Sermons on Marine Spirits:

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 4, 2002

From a series "What we Believe..."

“What We Believe…” God the Holy Spirit Romans 8:2-16 Today we look at what is probably the most controversial, the most misunderstood and least used doctrines in churches today – that is the HOLY SPIRIT. In the the Old Testament, God’s power; in New Testament He is the third person of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Discouragement

Contributed by Chad Prather on Oct 5, 2002

The Jebusites were an Old Testament enemy of Israel and represent the spirit of discouragement

Seven Nations Greater Than You (Part 7) Overcoming the Obstacles to Your Destiny The Jebusites - The Spirit of Discouragement Josh. 3:10; I Sam. 30:1-8 Jebusite - Heb. - “Trodden down.” They represent the spirit of discouragement. Over 17 million people are clinically depressed and it ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:10, 1 Samuel 30:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit In The Church

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Our annual "State of the church"address

The Spirit in the Church address Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ May 19, 2002 Those of you who know me well know that I really like politics. Some people chart March madness and the sweet sixteen. While I chart who is ahead in the presidential primaries. I am probably one of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:3, Proverbs 16:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Broken Spirit

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A BROKEN SPIRIT PLEADS FOR FORGIVENESS AND CLEANSING

BIG IDEA: A BROKEN SPIRIT PLEADS FOR FORGIVENESS AND CLEANSING INTRODUCTION: a penitential psalm I. (:1-4) A BROKEN SPIRIT CONFESSES SIN A. A Broken Spirit Appeals to the Grace of God (:1) God’s Grace is Rooted In: 1. His lovingkindness (:1) 2. His compassion (:2) B. A Broken Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The spirit of thanksgiving is found in thanks-living.

Thesis: The spirit of thanksgiving is found in thanks-living. Intro.: 1. Psalm 116 was most likely written by King David. 2. From the content it appears to have been written after some great act of deliverance by the Lord. I. THE LORD DELIVERS THOSE WHO DEPEND ON HIM (verses 1-11). A. Verses ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1

Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Ever since the early church, there have been schemes and promotions to produce unity in the church. But, divisions continue. The only medicine to heal the wounds of disunity and discord is found in this text of Scripture.

UNITY OF THE SPIRIT TEXT: Eph 4:1-3 1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; 3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Today we begin a series on the fruit of the Spirit. We consider why we struggle with manifesting the fruit and how we are able to do so.

1. The days are getting longer, the temperature slowly warming up. We can see and feel that soon it will be spring. 2. One of things I used to enjoy doing in late spring, is looking at the beautiful gardens people have. Last year remember handing out brochures for VBS. I admired well-landscaped ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Introduction 1.

A. Introduction 1. In Romans 6 the apostle Paul explained why a Christian wants not to sin, even though Christ has paid the full penalty for all sin. a. In so doing, he refuted the argument for "easy believism." b. KEY VERSE: How shall we who d __ __ __ to sin live any longer in it? (6:2) 2. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-13

Life In The Spirit 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Life in the Spirit is more than we think.

INTRO.- ILL.- The captain’s voice came over the PA system of the airplane. He said, "There’s no cause for alarm but we felt you passengers should know that for the last three hours we’ve been flying without the benefit of radio, compass, radar, or navigational beam due to the breakdown of some ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fullness Of The Spirit

Contributed by Brian Spence on Oct 18, 2000

Last week, we celebrated the 6th Anniversary of Waterford Gospel Church.

Last week, we celebrated the 6th Anniversary of Waterford Gospel Church. However today, we celebrate another anniversary, it is the anniversary if the Church Universal. Today is Pentecost Sunday, or Wit Sunday, as some call it, marking the birthday of the Church at Pentecost. With this in mind, I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Ephesians 5:18

A Spirit Of Unthankfulness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

Why is our society and the church so proned to be unthankful?

A SPIRIT OF UNTHANKFULNESS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 12:15 A man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of things which he possesseth. Matthew 6:33 is the Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His Righteousness and these things shall BE ADDED unto you. Gal. 6:9 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15, Matthew 6:33, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

By The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Nov 14, 2002

We are discouraged -- because of the attacks on our nation, the problems in our families, the economy, or financial problems. We can be pessimistic and think things will never improve. We can be optimistic and think we have the power to bring about chan

By the Spirit Of God Maynard Pittendreigh Zechariah 4:1-11 We are continuing our study of the Minor Prophets. Last week we looked at Haggai and this week we look at Zechariah. Both of these prophets are preaching at the same time – late in the year of 520 BC. Both of these prophets deal ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Flesh Or The Spirit

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 2, 2003

There is a war going on between our flesh and the Holy Spirit. And our behavior shows which of the two is winning.

Passage: I Corinthians 3:1-9 Intro: It’s sad to watch someone who has deceived themselves. 1. people who talk the talk, but can’t walk the walk. 2. the Taliban and Iraqi fighters, so full of bravado one week, lining up to hand over their weapons the next. 3. some football teams, staking their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Growing In The Spirit

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 4, 2003

Christians must be careful to walk in the Spirit of God or else they may revert to their old nature.

May 4, 2003 Morning Service Text: Galatians 5:16-18; 22-25 Subject: Life in the Spirit Title: Growing in the Spirit. The war in Iraq is essentially over. The enemy has been defeated. There are still skirmishes being fought but for all intents and purposes the war is over. This was a war in a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Test The Spirits

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

We should no blindly accept everything that we hear, rather we should go and study the Bible before we make a decision

1 John 4:1-6 Test the Spirits Introduction A. It is almost the end of the school year B. Such a joyous time for all kids and teachers C. What normally happens at the end of the school year D. It is called finals E. Test based on everything that you were suppose to learn throughout the year F. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance