Sermons on Resisting The Spirit:

Be Imitators Of God - Living In The Light, Living By The Spirit’s Power, And Living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 13, 2023

Paul reminds us to give thanks for God in all things, the submit yourselves, your identity, your position in life and then submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Who you are in Christ supersedes and guides your actions in every area of life.

Sermon: Be Imitators of God - Living in the Light, Living by the Spirit’s Power, and living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Scripture Ephesians 5:1-2 “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-32, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Discerning The Spirit Between Demonic Manifestation Vs. Holy Spirit Manifestation. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 18, 2025

The following content may be disturbing to some readers. As believers, we are called to discern the spirits and test every manifestation to ensure it aligns with the will and character of God (1 John 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:21).

As believers, we are called to discern the spirits and test every manifestation to ensure it aligns with the will and character of God (1 John 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:21). The Bible warns us about the schemes of the devil and his attempts to deceive and lead us astray (2 Corinthians 11:14, Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4, Luke 8:26-39, Mark 16:17

A New Heart And A New Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 29, 2025

God’s promise of a new heart and a new spirit is the foundation of true spiritual transformation.

A NEW HEART AND A NEW SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ezekiel 36:26 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 31:33, Psalm 51:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 8:9, Galatians 5:16-17 INTRODUCTION The human heart is the centre of spiritual transformation. God desires not just external obedience but an ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In Victory Over Sin Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 23, 2025

To walk in victory over sin means to daily appropriate what Jesus has done on the cross, live under the influence of the Holy Spirit, and make deliberate choices that reflect our new nature.

WALKING IN VICTORY OVER SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:1-14 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Galatians 5:16-25, 1 John 1:9, Hebrews 12:1-4, ú 119:1o1 INTRODUCTION: The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ did not only provide forgiveness of sin but also secured ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 3, 2023

The Comforter has come, so you must give Him place in your life and let Him be all He wants to be. He is on a divine mission to get a Bride ready for Jesus.

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter Study Text: John 14: 15 - 17 Introduction: - Jesus knew we needed the Holy Ghost, but He had to go away before the Spirit could come to us. John 16:7 - Jesus knew how important the coming of the Comforter would be to people, and you must understand that as ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit Of Jezebel And The Battle For The Altar Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The spirit of Jezebel still operates today—seeking to control, intimidate, and shut down prophetic voices. But God is raising bold, fearless servants who will not bow to fear, nor run from confrontation.

THE SPIRIT OF JEZEBEL AND THE BATTLE FOR THE ALTAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:1-2 Supporting Texts: Revelation 2:20; Ephesians 6:12; 2 Timothy 1:7; Isaiah 54:17; 2 Kings 9:30-37 INTRODUCTION: Elijah had just achieved a historic spiritual victory on Mount Carmel. He confronted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The World System's Utopian Fantasies & The Resistance Awaiting A Better World

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

One may browse through a hundred news articles a day or reflect on the situations facing humanity with great trembling. And one may reflect back upon history to consider how history repeats itself.

I'd like to arrange several elements which we'll reference during this reflection. We'll be referencing sources including Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time, the novels 1984 and Animal Farm by Orwell, Aldous Huxley's Brave New World, an obscure Walt Disney film from 1979 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Minority Report Series

Contributed by Tony Kwan on Feb 1, 2003

How to resist the pressure to conform

Introduction/background Recently I watched a movie called Minority report. In the movie, there are three psychics (pre-cogs) that can look into the future, they foresee the occurrence of future crime and hence prevent it from happening. The pre-cogs are supposedly never wrong, in fact the movie ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Who Laughs

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2013

RESISTING GOD'S AUTHORITY IS DANGEROUS!

HE WHO LAUGHS INTRODUCTION: KING DAVID WROTE ABOUT ONE HALF OF THE PSALMS (TOTAL 150). OTHER AUTHORS INCLUDE SOLOMON, MOSES, ASAPH, ETHAN AND THE SONS OF KORAH. SOME PSALMS MENTION NO AUTHOR. PSALMS RUNS THE GAMUT OF EMOTION SUCH AS SORROW AND REJOICING. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PSALMS 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Sweet Holy Spirit Of God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 15, 2014

Its a must in order to serve our we have to have that sweet spirit.

THE SWEET HOLY SPIRIT OF GOD John 14: 16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; 17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit's Awakening: Pentecost Day SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The manifestations of the Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, God's timing of the event, and the crowd's response are explored. With the outpouring of the Spirit, the church is becoming a prophetic community. The whole church is to be a prophetic community.

Today, we will delve into the events of the Day of Pentecost as described in the Book of Acts. This significant day marks the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit to His followers. Let us explore the perfect timing of this event, the manifestations of the Spirit, and the reactions ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Topics: Gifts, Tongues

The Spirit Of Justice And Handling Enemies Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 6, 2021

Let's look at two attitudes towards justice and enemies that come out of the law, and how Jesus taught the spirit and intent behind them.

Let's look at two attitudes towards justice and enemies that come out of the law, and how Jesus taught the spirit and intent behind them. The Spirit of Justice A law of just compensation gave the value for repayment of a lost eye or tooth in an accident or altercation. But Jesus said not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Haughty Faces, Ichabod, And God’s Glow!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Oct 31, 2015

The faces of people reflect their spirit and many are haughty. Many people are Godless fools proud of their wealth, position, and power. And sadly all that will be all gone one day and they will be in anguish because God “resists the proud"

Haughty Faces, Ichabod, And God’s Glow! Kelly Durant 11-1-15 Psalm 19:8 The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. 2. How many of you have travelled on an airplane lately? Let me tell you about my most recent ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Spirit Of Life In Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

Romans Chapter 8 is designed to unlock the mystery and addresses the subject of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus and the difference Christ makes. Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit completely changes the life of every believer. Believers

The Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus Romans 8:1-2, 11 “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.….But if ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

What The Spirit Comes To Do

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

a look at the words of Jesus to help people better understand what the Holy Spirit does and to assure He's given the opportunity to do those things in their lives & others

John 16:5-15 Intro: Remember when life was complicated? And then, technology fixed it. You see, life used to be complex. You used to have to rise from your seat, walk to a television, and turn the channels. Sometimes, you even had to adjust the antenna. Now, you have one of these: universal ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ