Sermons on Scriptural Baptism:

Pentecost Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 21, 2002

Pentecost: the people, the phenomena, the power (for praise and proclamation)

Pentecost WBC 19/5/2 am Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost is the middle of 3 annual Jewish ‘Harvest Festivals’ = the ‘grain harvest’ - called ‘Pentecost’ as is 7 weeks (or 50 days… hence ‘Pente’) after Passover - the previous Jewish Festival which commemorates their Exodus from Egypt, and the Passover lamb ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Believers Anointing Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002

The anointing of the believer is the same anointing that was upon Jesus Christ, It is the mighty Power of the Holy Spirit. To do the works of Jesus we must have the same power he had, and we do through the anointing of the Holy Spirit.

(Eph 6:10) Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. (This discourse begins almost with this premise accepted as common knowledge) (Our strength is found in our relationship with God through the power of his Spirit) From the apostles perspective everything ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

E=mc2, But W.w.j.d.?

Contributed by John Beehler on May 30, 2001

Communication with God, as well as others, is important. God’s purpose must become our purpose.

E=mc2, but W.W.J.D.? The disciples, despite the presence of the Holy Spirit, were misunderstood. They were perceived, because of their exuberant behavior, as being loaded. Sauced. Drunk. How rare it is to experience real communication. The kind of communication where every word is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blood And Water Series

Contributed by Eric Welch on Sep 4, 2001

God has joined the ’what’ of salvation (the blood of Jesus) with the ’when’ of salvation (at immersion in water).

What God Has Joined, Let No One Separate Blood and Water Ephesians 1.7; Acts 22.16 I. What God Has Joined… A. Blood (the what) 1. Atoning blood of the Old Testament a. Mosaic: blood was sprinkled from the atoning sacrifice (Lev. 16; 17.11). b. However, the blood of bulls and goats were only a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7, Acts 22:16

David's Cry For Holiness

Contributed by Jon Earls on Feb 13, 2003

David cry’s out for Holiness in these verses. He answers the all important question, "Who will make it to heaven?"

David’s Cry for Holiness I. The Prayer for Holiness. (v. 3) A. Shows that holiness is hunger. Matthew 5:6 “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” If any of us ever want to succeed in our Christian life we are going to have to hunger and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-5

Denomination: Holiness

The Gentiles Are Also Included In The Blessing Of Pentecost

Contributed by Walter Pankow on Aug 17, 2004

a sermon on Pentecost and the household of Cornelius

Acts 10:42-48 Pentecost 1927 (page 57 - Volume 1) For centuries the children of Israel held a select place in the favor of God, so they began to think that God’s covenant was bound to them alone and to those of their blood. They boasted: We are Abraham’s seed. They considered themselves a godly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:42-48

Denomination: Lutheran

You've Got The Holy Ghost

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Aug 23, 2004

The devil is afraid of the Holy Ghost. Unfortunately, so is most of the modern day church. There’s no need to be afraid of having the Holy Ghost come upon you because He is already in you.

You’ve Got the Holy Ghost TEXT – John 14:17 The same spirit that raise Jesus from the dead lives in you. The same spirit that lived in Jesus lives in you. You’ve got the Holy Ghost! 1 Corinthians 6:19 says you are the temple of the Holy Ghost. He walks in you. He talks in you. He abides in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:17

Denomination: Charismatic

You Shall Be Changed

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 5, 2004

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is essential for effective, world-changing ministry.

March 7, 2004 Morning Worship Text: 1 Samuel 10:1-7 Subject: The Holy Spirit Title: You Shall Be Changed Revival is here! I have been waiting to say that for many years. I have looked here and there searching for evidence of revival wherever I have been. I’ve been to the mountaintop, thinking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In The Power Zone Series

Contributed by Rick Adams on Mar 30, 2004

Discovering the Champion in You Part 3. God doesn’t want us to "vacation" in His power, but live in it everyday. This message focuses on the power of the Holy Spirit that empowers every born again believer.

INTRODUCTION For the past few weeks we have been looking at a short series entitled, “Discovering the Champion in You.” I believe that all of God’s children are destined to be champions of the faith. Often times we don’t feel like we are, but the reality is, God has declared us more than ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Pentecost?

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 20, 2003

Peter, and many others, got something down deep inside of them that day and never stopped talking about Pentecost the rest of their lives.

WHAT IS PENTECOST Text: Acts 2:1 thru 4 There is much to learn from the story of the Day of Pentecost, but I am impressed to speak today about it’s importance. In scanning over verses 5 thru 11, we can see there were many different languages spoken as a result of Pentecost. The people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Purpose Of Power Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 2, 2003

Sermon on 1 Corinthians 14 the primacy of prophesy vs. the self edification which the gift of tongues was being used for.

We are in the Business of Creating a Temporary Settlement of the Eternal Community of God’s Family – Welcome Home! We’ve been studying our way through 1 Corinthians What we have seen is a variety of teachings on the way it was in the church in Corinth and the way it should be and what we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cornelius Receives The Holy Spirit

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

We are fortunate that the Holy Spirit has been poured out on us. There are many people that want to know more about God, but don’t know where to begin.

We are fortunate that the Holy Spirit has been poured out on us. There are many people that want to know more about God, but don’t know where to begin. The Holy Spirit should be impacting our lives so dramatically that those who know us will want what we have. Regretfully, that may or may not be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pentecost For The Samaritans

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

Short outline for a devotional setting.

Prophesied by Jesus – Acts 1:8 Fulfilled by Phillip – Acts 8:5 Conditions in Samaria: Simon the Sorcerer – vs. 9 - 11 Phillip preached Christ – Vs. 5 The multitudes reacted: 1. Accepted the Word 2. Unified into one accord 3. Experienced miracles 4. Many were delivered 5. Many were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Glory Of God

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

Second only to the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ, this was the greatest day in history of the N. T. church. This may come as a bit of surprise to some of you, but did you know that this had happened once before?

Isn’t it wonderful to sense the awesome presence of God? There really is nothing else like it. I think I speak for most of us when I say that. The Glory of God is greater than being anywhere else this morning. Text: Acts 2:1 thru 4, 12 thru 21 Second only to the crucifixion and resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

His Annointing

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

We believe in God’s Word for direction and instruction. The Apostle Paul said it so well in his letter to Timothy, “…I know Whom I have believed…”

I would like to ask the Lord this morning what He wants me to do to be an effective part of His plan. Personally, I can say I do not want things to become routine for us. I hope we all have come here for the same reasons. We are hungry for God. It is important that we study God’s Word closely. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Assembly Of God