Sermons on Mean Spirited:

Totally Immersed Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 21, 2011

"If you have the Word without the Spirit, you’ll dry up. If you have the Spirit without the Word, you’ll blow up. If you have both the Word and the Spirit, you’ll grow up." (Derek Prince)

Opening illustration: Speaking to a large audience, D.L. Moody held up a glass and asked, "How can I get the air out of this glass?" One man shouted, "Suck it out with a pump!" Moody replied, "That would create a vacuum and shatter the glass." After numerous other suggestions Moody smiled, picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fullness Of God Pt 2 - The Comforter Has Come Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 5, 2012

Jesus says that He will ask the father and send us another Helper. The word helper is the word Parakletos in the Greek. It’s one of those Greek words that is difficult to translate into a single English word. It can be translated Comforter, Helper, adv

The Fullness of God Pt 2 – The Comforter has Come John 14:16-27 We started last week talking about rethinking the Spirits role in our lives and our Church. We talked about rediscovering the work of this third person of the Trinity – the God who seems to be all but forgotten in the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-27

Denomination: *other

Fresh Fire: Presence, Prayers & Power Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2012

Each of us is different. But every single one of us is designed to be empowered by The Holy Spirit. If you feel like your not operating properly, if you are always saying to yourself “there must be more to the Christian life than this” than maybe the pr

Fresh Fire: Presence, Prayers & Power Do you like gadgets? I love gadgets. I think it is safe to say that if you took away my Computers, iPod, iPad and iPhone for a day I would find it difficult to survive without going crazy. The ability to communicate is important to me. The other day our ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Cornelius' House"

Contributed by Ken Harris on May 17, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that when the Holy Spirit fell on the people in Cornelius’ House - their hearts were transformed and they began to prophesy.

17 May 2009 Sixth Sunday in Easter U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: When the Holy Spirit fell on the people in Cornelius’ House, before they knew it, they were transformed (and had become new), and were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Remedy For Weak Flesh - Mark 14:27-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 9, 2024

Jesus said the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Does that mean we’re doomed to failure because of weak flesh? No. Jesus gave us a remedy.

Mark 14:27 "You will all fall away," Jesus told them, "for it is written: " 'I will strike the shep-herd, and the sheep will be scattered.' 28 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee." 29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42, Matthew 26:31-46, Luke 22:31-46, John 13:36-38

Fundamentals Of The Faith - Week 3 - What It Means To Be A Born-Again Christian - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 15, 2020

OUR RELATIONSHIP TO GOD, THE SON, JESUS

A. Made Accepted In The One He Loves. 1. Eph 1:6 "to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves." a. Jesus is the one He loves. 2. Matt 3:17 "And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased." ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:6, Matthew 3:17, 1 Peter 2:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Want To Be Like Jesus Today? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2012

How often do you think about the things of God? How much time do you spend reading the Bible? There is so much in God’s word that we need to put into practice in our own lives. We need to ensure we are not running on empty.

The Proof of the Spirit 1 John 4:10-4:17 This month in our Fresh Fire series we are considering the Holy Spirit in the Life and Ministry of Jesus. Looking at the life of Christ, is something that is essential for every believer. To help us grow in our understanding of Him & our relationship with ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:16-25 - Message 20 – Walking By The Spirit Embracing The Fruit Of The Spirit – Not The Deeds Of The Flesh Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 26, 2024

Walk by the Spirit is the secret of the Christian life. In this message we look at the well-known verses connected with the deeds of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit. God’s appointed way to walk is by the Spirit, and NO OTHER way is acceptable; the walk of faith through the Spirit.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:16-25 - MESSAGE 20 – WALKING BY THE SPIRIT EMBRACING THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT – NOT THE DEEDS OF THE FLESH [A]. WALKING BY THE SPIRIT OPPOSES THE FLESH {{Galatians 5:16 “I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh,”}} The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Genesis 5:22, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 48:15, Isaiah 30:21, Mark 7:5, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:16-17, John 16:8, Galatians 5:17, Psalm 119:105, Galatians 5:18, Galatians 5:19-21, Revelation 9:21, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Isaiah 5:20-21, Galatians 5:22-24, Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 5:25, 1 Thessalonians 2:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Take Up Our Cross? - Sermon Of Proper 17 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 28, 2020

How do we demonstrate our willingness to follow Christ in our lives - The illustration was found on the internet, but I am unsure of the original source

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

Work Out Your Own Salvation With Fear And Trembling. What Does That Really Mean?

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Oct 11, 2019

Paul writes in Phil 2:12-13 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

Phil 2:12 work out your own salvation with fear and trembling…. Question: "What does it mean to work out salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12)?" Paul writes in Phil 2:12-13: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beatitudes - You’re Blessed !

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Nov 4, 2017

Each Beatitudes is a proverb-like saying, cryptic, precise, and full of meaning which isn't always crystal clear and using the NRSV and the Message for 'Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven' reveals the importance of GRACE.

The Beatitudes - You’re Blessed (NRSV vs The Message) - Matt 5:3 Todays gospel for All saints day is known as the “Beatitudes” and is one of the best known and loved verses of the Gospel. It forms the beginning of what has come to be known as the “Sermon on the Mount” Jesus saw the crowds ...read more

Easter Means God Is Trying To Get Your Attention Because He Loves You Series

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Apr 3, 2010

God keeps calling you, God keeps trying to get your attention but you treat Him as if He is bothering you, all He wants to say is "I love you"

Resurrection Sunday April 4th 2010. God is trying to get your attention because He loves you. Introduction: • On January 27-28, 2009, Arkansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Texas: at least 23 people die due to severe storms that covered roads and power lines with snow and ice. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Divine Power For A Divine Purpose

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 29, 2011

The power of the Holy Spirit is given to us so that we can be effective witnesses for Christ and to expand His kingdom.

DIVINE POWER FOR A DIVINE PURPOSE STUDY TEXT: ACTS 1:8 Introduction God promised a divine power which shall be solely for a divine purpose. This is because the power will come through the Holy Spirit, and the primary purpose shall be to win souls to the kingdom of God. Thus, the baptism in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Galatians 5:16-25, The Spirit-Controlled Life! Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 5:16-25, The Spirit-controlled life!

The Spirit Controlled Life Galatians 5:16-25 March 2008 * One of the positive things about preaching through a book of the Bible is that you are forced to address topics that you might otherwise skip over. * Traditionally, we Baptist have left the teaching of a Spirit controlled life to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

#4 Chosen Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

We were chosen to represent Jesus to the world by living in contrast to the evil that surrounds us.

Let’s Pray Today we continue with our study of the book of Colossians. Paul wrote this letter and three others (Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) while in prison awaiting trial. Paul is the consummate leader. He is always trying to spread the gospel even while battling outside forces. In Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational