Sermons on Romans 8:19-27:

The Work Of The Spirit In Our Lives

Contributed by William Yates on Oct 14, 2003

In this message we explore how the Holy Spirit works in our lives as laid out in Romans 8:9-30.

Sanctifying Work of the Spirit in our Lives It was nearing the end of Jesus’ life on earth. The disciples were still self-centered and timid. They had been with Him for three years in His ministry throughout Palestine. They had seen Him calm storms, drive out demons, heal lepers, and raise a dead ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-30

Changes Worked By The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 26, 2003

The Holy Spirit catalyzes change in people, situations and organizations. A catalyst is someone that precipitates change without being altered in the process. The Spirit has a clear view of every person’s heart and mind so that He knows what changes are n

Changed by the Spirit Song: (To the tune of I sing the mighty power of God who made the mountains rise) 1. O Spirit of the living God, thou light and fire divine, descend upon thy church once more, and make it truly thine. Fill it with love and joy and power, with righteousness and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Song Of Glory Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 27, 2003

The last sermon in this series on the fishers of men. A metaphorical sermon on the songs of Creation.

Sermon for 10/26/2003 The Song of Glory Introduction: A. I remember as a young lad in the 6th grade going down to the pond and just sitting there after a bad day… It helped to soothe me. I didn’t pray but the sounds and smells and feels and sights soothed my troubled soul WBTU: A. In my study ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6, Romans 8:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Endure The Pains Of Childbirth Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 20, 2004

#6 in Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series. This deals with suffering, and how to let it do its work in us until God brings us to glory.

Romans 8:18-25 – How to Endure the Pains of Childbirth (I would like to credit The Ultimate Blessing, written by Jo Anne Lyon, a Wesleyan pastor and married to one as well, founder of World Hope International, for a lot of the thought processes. As well, Eugene Peterson’s The Message for this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Need Help Praying? Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 25, 2004

#7 in Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series. This is about prayer, how it is a challenge but it’s worthwhile too. And the Spirit helps us to do it. Lots of good illustrations from other sources.

Romans 8:26-27 – Do You Need Help Praying? An unknown Confederate soldier wrote these words: I asked God for strength that I might achieve. I was made weak that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked God for health that I might do greater things. I was given infirmity that I might do better ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Bad News And Good News

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Oct 28, 2004

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope)

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope) I. THE BAD NEWS A. The whole creation has been subjected to decay and destruction (vs. 20, 22) B. Believers who are the firstfruits of the Spirit groan inwardly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When We Don't Know What To Pray...

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 14, 2004

Message offering encouragement when we are at a loss for words in prayer.

When We Don’t Know What to Pray... Romans 8:26-27 November 13, 2004 Introduction Have you ever been in a situation where you didn’t know how to pray? Something’s going on, and you don’t know what to ask God? You think that maybe you should pray for one thing, but then you think it should be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Plunging To Murky Earth

Contributed by Dan Steadman on Dec 3, 2004

A message of hope centred around the coming of the Christ child

Romans 8:18-27 PLUNGING TO MURKY EARTH A family was out vacationing at the lake one summer. Dad had been puttering out by the boat house. Two of his sons, a 12-year old and a 3-year old were down playing along the dock. The 12 year old was supposed to be watching his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Twelve Ways The Holy Spirit Benefits You

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 7, 2004

O let God’s Spirit fill your soul And cast out every sin, Then shall you love both friend and foe And know His peace within

Twelve Ways the Holy Spirit Benefits You (Rom 8:26,27) - "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express." Illustration: Henry Bosch tells a humorous story about a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Groaning Universe Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 16, 2004

When our future glory is revealed in the fullest sense, the universe will be changed radically. God has a plan for His New Creation, and our new life in Christ is the first installment of that plan.

A Groaning Universe (Romans 8:18-25 with 2 Corinthians 4:17-5:2, 17) 1. Odor May Be Clue to Missing Airport Fish ANCHORAGE, Alaska - A strong odor led airline officials to what they believe is the 40 pounds of halibut a traveler reported missing from his checked bags two weeks ago. Brenee ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Treasure - Our Eternal Hope Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 17, 2004

Hope is an interesting word. Allan K. Chalmers – The grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for. Toady we will discover the greatest hope is the hope God offers Christians

INTRODUCTION, Tomorrow is President’s Day, a day where we as a nation stop to reflect on the 43 men who have led our country as President. From George Washington to George W. Bush, each man has left a mark on the country. Some have gained notoriety for their decisions, while others have been ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Intercessory Partner

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 19, 2004

This sermon stresses how the Holy Spirit is our intercessory partner. It also gives some practical tips on how to pray

Preached at SBC Philippi on 7/18/04 a.m. service Rev. Jeff Simms, Pastor www.sbcop.org Our Intercessory Partner Romans 8:26-27 Primary Purpose: To look at how the Holy Spirit helps intercede for us when we don’t know how to pray Have you ever had a time when you didn’t know how to pray? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

An Active God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 28, 2004

God is very active in the moment to moment lives of those Who know Him in ways in which we are rarely conscious.

An Active God (Romans 8:26-28) 1. God’s providence and planet earth. Our Earth, for instance, is perfectly designed for life. It’s the "just right" size for the atmosphere we need. Its size and corresponding gravity hold a thin, but not too thin, layer of gases to protect us and allow us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Only Hope

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 7, 2004

My heart goes farther than my hands, can reach. I feel a sermon I could never preach. We can find hope against hope!

OUR ONLY HOPE? ! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. THIS IS A TWO PART LESSON. I STAND AT NIGHT, AMID THE CITY’S THRONG; AND I SCAN THE FACES THAT PASS ALONG. AND I READ A HISTORY OF WOE AND OF WANT AND OF GRIEF, AND MY HEART GOES FURTHER THAN MY HAND CAN REACH, AND I FEEL A SERMON I COULD NEVER PREACH. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:20-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Benefits Of Being A Christian Series

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 6, 2004

Sometimes we don’t witness because we don’t know what to say. When an insurance salesman comes to sell us insurance he or she points out the benefits of having this plan. We should point out the benefits of being a Christian.

Benefits of a Christian Romans 8:16-37 16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 17 Now if we are children, then we are heirs--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-37, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ