Sermons on mocking spirit: showing 4,381-4,395 of 134,588

Taking Control Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 25, 2011

But for the Holy Spirit we are lost in our slavery to sin.

“Between the Lines: Taking Control of Your Life” Romans 8:1-17 It was a media heyday as thousands, if not millions, sat glued by their television sets watching a white Ford Bronco speeding down a California freeway with scores of the California Highway Patrol cautiously in pursuit. O. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Walk By Faith Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 27, 2011

Part six focuses on the power of the Holy Spirit in our faith walk.

We Walk By Faith Part 6 Scriptures: Acts 1:8; John 14:16-17; 16:13; Philippians 4:13; Matthew 6:33 Introduction: To date in this series I have shared with you what faith is; how we all have faith in the natural; how we have some faith spiritually; and how faith comes. This morning I want to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Transformation Of Jesus' Disciples

Contributed by Tessie R. Simmons on Sep 5, 2011

The Holy Spirit transforms the disciples from men of fear to men of faith.

The gospels tell the story of fearful disciples who desert Jesus after his arrest. Peter denies him three times(John 18:25-27), and then joins the other disciples who hide from Roman soldiers. At Christ's crucifixion, only John stood by the cross of Jesus with the three women: Mary the mother of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:25-27

Denomination: Methodist

More Than My Agenda Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 28, 2011

I want more than my agenda and plan for my life.

Me (my dilemma or question) One Sunday morning, an old cowboy entered a church just before services were to begin. Although the old man and his clothes were spotlessly clean, he wore jeans, a denim shirt and boots that were worn and ragged. In his hand he carried a worn-out old hat and an equally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Stuff Of Heroes Series

Contributed by Scott Berry on Jul 21, 2011

How do we live as heroes? It is only by being strengthened by the Holy Spirit who leads us like he did the apostle Peter.

The stuff of heroes – the holy spirit changes everything – the transformation of Peter from denier to preacher, you don’t have to be a hero alone – we are called to learn to ‘Keep in step with the Spirit’ Gal 5:16 The best turn arounds from zero to hero in a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 18, 2012

Sound was the first element of Creation The first thing that happened in Creation was The Word. “God said. Let there be light”

John 1 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He (Jesus) was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. Genesis 1 1 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Rechargeable

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 5, 2012

Just as rechargeable batteries have revolutionized our communication world, being regularly recharged by the Holy Spirit will revolutionize our spiritual life. We need it.

RECHARGEABLE Acts 4:29-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HUMOROUS CHURCH SIGNS 1. “Salvation Guaranteed -- or your sins cheerfully refunded." 2. "God does not believe in atheists, therefore atheists do not exist." 3. "Forgive your enemies -- it messes with their minds." 4. "Don't be so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Much Of God Do You Want? Series

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 1, 2012

Oh there a lot of people that have been around it and even marveled at it just like I did. * they’ve sensed it! * they’ve smelled it! * they’ve felt it! * they’ve seen it in action! But they’ve never tasted it, experienced it a

The Holy Spirit (part one) How much? Of God? Do you want? Acts 2:1-8, 12-18 NKJ. 1. When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.  2. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have You Ever Been Offered Something That Was Too Good To Be True? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2012

Humanly speaking, maybe you have been offered some amazing deals. Maybe you have accepted them, maybe you have rejected them - you have a choice in what you do. I want to ask you if you have accepted or rejected the most amazing offer you could ever rec

2012 06 10 Ash AM Fresh Fire Living Water I was shopping in Tesco the other day and I wanted to buy some Cheddar Cheese. Easier said than done. With a choice of Mild, Medium, Mature, Extra Mature, Seriously Strong, English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Canadian, Pilgrim’s Choice, Wyke Farms, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Obedient People Have Special Experiences Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 15, 2012

Sometimes we can’t make up our minds, but God is never uncertain about any decision. Sometimes when things are not going good, we think that God is against us, but all of His thoughts and actions are good, and even those that seem harmful are for our own

Obedient People Have Special Experiences Acts 1:4; 2:1-8 Introduction God has wonderful plans for people who are obedient ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: The Content Of The Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 19, 2018

The Christian’s life is anchored in Jesus Christ. From our election in Him before time began, to the final salvation of which the indwelling Spirit is the guarantee, everything we need to live “to the praise of His glory” (1:12, 14) is found in Christ.

Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/23/17 Lesson 5: The Content of the Prayer (1:15-19) Ephesians 1:15-19 (NIV) 15 For this reason, ever since I heard ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Four Pillars Of Your Spirituality Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 24, 2018

It is only the Spirit of God that can help us build these four pillars and sustain them for a rich and special spiritual life.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER pt. 11 (THE FOUR PILLARS OF YOUR SPIRITUALITY) Acts 2:42-44 King James Version (KJV) 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43 And fear came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-44

Denomination: Charismatic

The Character Of A Disciple: A God Inspired Life Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 6, 2018

God wants us to be people of love and joy and peace. He wants to breathe into us the qualities of generosity, integrity, humility, and self-discipline. The disciples of Christ are “inspired” people ... Inspired by God's Holy Spirit.

Let’s go back to the beginning of this chapter … back to verse 1 (Philippians 2:1-5): “If then there is any encouragement in Christ … any consolation from love … any sharing in the Spirit … any compassion and sympathy … make my joy complete … be of the same mind … having the same love … being in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 2:8-10, Philippians 2:1-5, Philippians 2:6-8, Galatians 5:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Confronted With Your Belief? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 30, 2017

What spiritual problems can we have while still on earth and what is the solution?

Please open God’s Word to Mark 9…. A bit of introduction before reading our passage: We noted last week that the beginning of Mark 9 tells the story of the reality of God, Jesus Christ, people, and God’s Word. Jesus took 3 of the disciples to a mountain to see that reality. The remaining disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You In A Receiving And Giving Mode? (In That Order)

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 8, 2015

The greatest proof a non-believer can ever receive comes from men and women who are turned on to the Gospel! Turned on to the Word of God. It’s so easy to think, “O, it just the book of Acts or one of the other 65 books of God’s word.”

Are You In A Receiving and Giving Mode? (In that order) Acts 1:1-8NKJ Peanuts cartoon: Lucy says to Charlie Brown, "I would have made a great evangelist." Charlie Brown answers, "Is that so?" She says, "Yes, I convinced that boy in front of me in school that my religion is better than his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God