Sermons on Receiving The Spirit:

Testing The Spirits Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 3, 2015

The ministry of the Holy Spirit allows us to hear from God; to discern His voice. Therefore, prayer, meditation, and knowing the voice of Him is critical! Do we know His truth over the noise of everything else competing for our attention?

Testing the Spirits 1 John Bible Study, Part 9 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction - John gives us an incredible truth to hold onto (20) -- We will fail, even though we desire to be holy and to live right for God -- However, even in that, God knows our heart and knows everything we are -- Even in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Another Spirit-A Different Spirit.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 5, 2023

The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.

Another Spirit-A Different Spirit. Isaiah 53:1AMP The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. Isaiah 53:1 Who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Do You Have The Spirit? Part 2 Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Apr 24, 2010

The natural man cannot receive the things of the Spirit. The Holy Spirit is needed today.

Do you have the Spirit? Part 2 JCC 25.04.10 am Read 1 Cor 2:9-16 Key Verse: V 14 Human intellect cannot understand the things of the Spirit The theologians have a term for the human nature, ‘The Adamic nature’ Paul in another place refers to the natural man as the old man or the old ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pentecost- Don’t Be "Holy Spirit Shy.”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 11, 2022

The key is the realization that when the charis or gift of God is received, then the charismata should be in evidence.

To confirm is related to the word “firm” as in to strengthen and reinforce. God confirms our faith so we can withstand a certain amount of force, to stand in opposition to the falsehoods and challenges manifested by the devil, and more positively, to witness to the Gospel. e.g. Owen Phelps said ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Catholic

The Witness Of The Spirit

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 16, 2010

God is speaking to you through the inner witness of the Holy Spirit and He wants you to hear.

July 18, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Romans 8:1-17 Subject: Hearing from God Title: The Witness of the Spirit If you weren’t here last Sunday night you missed out on the beginning of a short series. How many of you know that God wants to speak to you at all times in every aspect of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Is One Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 29, 2024

This sermon addresses three questions: Who is the One Spirit?, What is the role of the One Spirit?, and How should we respond to the One Spirit?

Introduction: A. The story is told about a Christian who arrived in Heaven and was excited to meet many people from Old Testament times and he had lots of questions for them. 1. To Noah, he asked what it was like to be in the ark with all those animals. 2. To Joseph, he asked what it was like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6, John 7:37-39, John 3:3-5, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Romans 8:10-27, Matthew 12:31-32, Ephesians 4:22-32, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 5:18, Ephesians 6:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Spirit

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Apr 30, 2007

We want to have an encounter with God just as John did on the Isle of Patmos.

IN THE SPIRIT ON THE LORD’S DAY TEXT: Revelation 1.9-11 INTRODUCTION: John knew who Jesus was. He had walked with Him for 3 years. He had seen Him heal, save and raise the dead. Many miracles were performed while John was watching. John is around 90 years old at this time. He was the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spirit Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We are told that when we meet Jesus everything changes. But what should change? This series will deal with the transformation that we are supposed to undergo.

“Transformers” Pt. 3 – The Spirit We have discussed that we need a transformation in our mind. What we think about, how we think about us, others, and church. Then last week I challenged you to have a transformation in how you use your vessel – your body. Are you silver or Styrofoam? I know ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Spirit

Contributed by Sam Tollison on Dec 18, 2008

A look at John on the island of Patmos

9 I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient endurance that are ours in Jesus, was on the island of Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. 10 On the Lord’s Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, 11 which ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The Spirit

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 24, 2020

When life is difficult, we must cling to our faith in God and find hope and joy.

In The Spirit Philippians 1: 21 - 30 Intro: I read a story of a young man we will call Bob. He decided to go on his first deep-sea fishing trip. After about an hour, he decided that it was the dumbest decision he ever made. With every pitch and roll of the boat, he doubted he could survive the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

This sermon explores how to live by the Spirit, focusing on the freedom, fruitfulness, and faithfulness that comes from a Spirit-led life.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It's a joy to gather together in His name, as we continue to grow and learn on this road of faith, this path of discipleship to which we have been called. Today, we have the privilege to open the sacred pages of God's Word, to drink deeply from the wellspring ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-25

Topics: Walking, Spirit

Love, Obedience And The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 23, 2009

John’s gospel reveals that love, obedience and the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives are all connected. Jesus claims and promises great things. We must believe to receive these.

Have you ever been on a spiral staircase? When we lived in Lancaster we would often visit Prospect Mountain where there was a stone tower about 45-50 feet high. You could go in a door at the bottom of the tower and climb up a spiral stair to the top and look out on a panoramic view of the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Apr 11, 2003

A keyword sermon describing the Holy Spirit as the Paraclete.

Every Monday our evangelism team goes out to call on people who have visited the church or to parents of the children who attend our school. Last Monday we finished our scheduled call with Darryl and Sharon who are very strong believers in the Lord. Before we left their home we circled for a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Spirit

Contributed by Umesh Bardewa on Mar 5, 2019

we need Holy Spirit

Research paper On “Holys Spirit” By Umesh B. Pariyar B. Th- III 01-03-2018 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8