Sermons on Prayer In Tongues:

Is Tongues The Initial Evidence Of The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Nathan Foy on Aug 1, 2006

Some churches claim that tongues is the initial evidence of the Holy Spirit, what do the Scriptures teach?

Is Tongues the Initial Evidence of The Holy Spirit? As I have been to a number of Pentecostal churches, I noticed many of them teach that speaking in tongues is the initial evidence of the Holy Spirit. For those unfamiliar with what speaking in tongues is, it is where someone speaks in a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stopping Our Tongues From Quarrelling

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. - 2 Timothy 2:24 With the words of our mouth we can greatly transgress or speak words that bring hope, life and encouragement. We are to be s ..

And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. - 2 Timothy 2:24 With the words of our mouth we can greatly transgress or speak words that bring hope, life and encouragement. We are to be servants of God who submit our faculties, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tongues: What? Why? When? Who? Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 22, 2014

To speak in tongues or not to. Most Christians will be confronted withi this issue at some point in their lives. This sermon addresses what tongues were in the NT, their purpose in God's plan and whether God intended them to be permanent or transitory.

Tongues: What? Why? When? Who? Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 22, 2014 TEXT: Acts 2:1-13 – “And when the day of Pentecost was 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 all the house ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Tongue Can Make Or Break You Series

Contributed by James May on Nov 12, 2007

#11 in the Book of James Series begins a discourse on controlling the tongue.

11 The Tongue Can Make or Break You Book of James Series By Pastor Jim May There’s one little part of the body that all of us have a hard time controlling and that’s the tongue. That one little muscle is responsible for much grief in the world, and it has been the culprit behind many failed ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get Your Tongue Under Control

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 10, 2012

We must control our tongue at all times.

GET YOUR TONGUE UNDER CONTROL James 3: 1My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. 2For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. 3Behold, we put bits in the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Blacklist - Pt. 2 - Tongue Tangled Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 18, 2015

We are familiar with lists. To Do Lists, shopping lists, Santa's Naughty List. We know God has lists. The 10 Commandments, Fruit of the Spirit, Gifts of the Spirit. . . but are we familiar with God's "Blacklist"?

The Blacklist Pt. 2 - Tongue Tangled I. Introduction Lists are a part of life. Lists on paper. Lists on your phone. Lists are supposed to keep us ordered. "To Do Lists" and "Honey Do Lists". They are supposed to keep us on track . . . "Shopping Lists". There are lists you want to have . . . ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taming The Tongue: A Key To Harmonious Living SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon explores the power of the tongue and the importance of using it wisely. It emphasizes the need for self-control in speech to promote harmony and avoid destruction.

Lately, there has been a lot of negative news surrounding the Catholic church, particularly regarding allegations of sexual misconduct by priests. While I do not condone these actions, it saddens me because the world is watching and may view the church as hypocritical. However, there is another ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

Topics: Speech, Self-Control

"I Have Not Been Truthful" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 18, 2014

Very few preach about the Holy Spirit but this series will not only speak about the Holy Spirit but how to Live IN the Spirit.

The Ultimate Decision June 13, 2013 Well, today I am on trial. Not from man but from God. Over the past six weeks I have received numerous e mails about the devotionals. The main theme is that they seem "Spirit Filled". I write back and say "Yes I feel the Lord directing me in everything I say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

"I Have Not Been Truthful" Part Ii Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 18, 2014

Preaching in the flesh might make people excited but there is no change in the people when they leave. It is only by the power of The Holy Spirit that the message of Salvation will cut to the marrow of the heart and soul.

The Ultimate Decision September 17, 2013 A number of weeks ago I spoke at a church and was told that everything was different when preached. I had people come up to me afterwards and say "You are changed". "Wow, God was in this room tonight". This past week we have reached over 100,000 new ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Unity Despite Diversity

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on May 21, 2004

Am individual Congregationalists view of Corinthians 1

1 Corinthians 1 The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians Salutation 1. Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, 2. To the church of God that is in Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, together with all ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Organized

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Mar 28, 2005

Two things are specifically emphasized in this passage: 1. "Let all things be done unto edifying" (v. 26). 2. "Let all things be done decently and in order" (v. 40).

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: In a Peanuts cartoon Lucy demanded that Linus change TV channels, threatening him with her fist if he didn’t. “What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?” asks Linus. “These five fingers,” says Lucy. “Individually they’re nothing but when I curl ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Gifts Of The Spirit

Contributed by William Baeta on May 10, 2002

“When the day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance.”Acts 2:1, 4

Theme: The gifts of the Spirit Text: Acts 2:1-11; I Corinthians 12:3-7, 12-13; John 20:19-23 The “coming” of the Holy Spirit is a key event at the beginning of the Book of Acts and sets the stage for what is to follow. Just as the ministry of Jesus in the Book of Luke begins with His birth, so ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23, Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Apostolic Authority

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 29, 2001

This message will be unpopular because it challenges the foundation of those claiming to have this authority.

Apostolic Authority I realize this is not a popular message, but I also believe it is necessary and relevant to a biblically sound church. This is a follow up to the message, ‘Is Speaking in Tongues Essential?’ In this message, we looked at scripture that testified that not all Christians under ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:12-17, Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Suffering Servant's Trust Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 1, 2008

The 3rd Servant Sermon teaches that obedient & faithful life is centered on obeying God’s Word. Through all the darkness & suffering the Servant holds to God’s trustworthiness. Then this Servant invites God’s disciples to trust God & walk in His Word.

ISAIAH 50: 4-11 THE SUFFERING SERVANT’S TRUST [Mark 15:16-20] Following God’s declaration that He will deliver His people from their transgressions and rebellions begins the third (42:1-9 & 49:1-7) Servant Sermon in Isaiah. This obedient and faithful Servant’s life is centered on obeying ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Troublemaker

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 11, 2008

A message on the problems we have with our tongue.

THE GREAT TROUBLEMAKER James 3:1-2 INTRO: If this message is preached on Sunday night, announce that morning that you are going to expose the greatest troublemaker in the church that night. Probably the greatest offender of our body is the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist