Sermons on Slain In The Spirit:

Position Yourself For The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 21, 2024

How can we position ourselves to be used by God in the gifts of the Spirit? Seven keys for making ourselves available to God for his supernatural operation through our lives are discussed.

Intro In this message, we are concluding our series on the spiritual gifts. We have gotten into a lot of detail in 1 Corinthians 14, so let me go back to the beginning of Paul’s teaching on the subject. 1 Corinthians 12:1: “Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31, Psalm 145:16, Acts 19:6, 2 Timothy 1:6, Acts 5:1-32, John 6:38, Acts 10:44-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

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 Woman Of Endor And Familiar Spirits

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 23, 2023

This message takes a somewhat detailed look at First Samuel 28, the record of King Saul's interaction with the woman who has a familiar spirit.

In 1978 or 1979, I was told about family members driving to Nashville – I’m from Tennessee – to see a lady because there were things going on in their lives that they didn’t understand. They had been praying but it seemed to them that God was silent. So they went to see this lady, who shared some ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:31, Leviticus 20:6, Leviticus 20:27, Deuteronomy 18:9-12, 1 Samuel 28:1-20, Ecclesiastes 9:4-6, Job 7:9-10, 1 Samuel 16:1-14, 1 Chronicles 10:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Armor Of God: The Sword Of The Spirit

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 13, 2023

If we were to have every piece of armor we have talked about up to this point, we would be capable of withstanding the devil's attacks in our life. But God gives us more! He wants us to be able to send the devil running, not simply be able to withstand his attacks!

Alba 8-13-2023 THE ARMOR OF GOD: THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT Ephesians 6:17 When our son, Kevin, was just a little boy, we had some videos and he loved watching the Disney animated movie, Robin Hood. He also liked the movie Ivanhoe, which was another swashbuckling film. As a result Kevin liked ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Walk By The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 27, 2023

To walk by the Spirit, we must keep in step with the Spirit.

How to Walk by the Holy Spirit Galatians 5:16-25 Rev. Brian Bill November 25-26, 2023 I have the joy of being married to my best friend. I’ve been crazy about Beth from the first day we met and am always amped up when I get the chance to be around her. This is a bit embarrassing to admit, but in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Of The Law Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 27, 2023

Who better to give a commentary on the Old Testament than it's author, Jesus? Let's look at the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5.

The best commentary on the Old Testament is by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. In each case we learn several things, 1) the Spirit of the law, 2) our utter failure to live up to it, and 3) our need for forgiveness and mercy. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Of The Law Part 2

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2023

How does Jesus explain the Spirit of the law. Let's continue our look at the Sermon on the Mount in in Matthew 5 part 2.

Did Jesus tell us to be as perfect as God? How is that possible? Let’s understand the context and the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5:38-48. Eye for an Eye Let’s begin with an eye for an eye. You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. (Matthew 5:38 CEB) Have we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of The Law, Part 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2023

What about spiritual show-offs? What about materialism and material worries? What did Jesus say about these things in Matthew 6?

As Jesus continued describing the Spirit of the law, He discussed spiritual show-offs, prayer and worry about material things. Let’s look at Matthew 6. Religious Show Offs What are our motives in doing good? Jesus taught that our motive should be to glorify God (Matthew 5:16) not to show ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Familiar Spirits Bible Study Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 7, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Familiar Spirits Bible Study (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Ecclesiastes 9:4-6, Leviticus 20:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of The Law Part 4

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 7, 2023

Let's discuss wrong judgment, right judgment and God's judgment in Matthew 7.

As we continue the Sermon on the Mount and the Spirit of the law, Jesus explains wrong judgment, right judgment and God’s judgment in Matthew 7. Wrong Judgment Should Christians severely judge others or unfairly find fault? Don’t judge, so that you won’t be judged. For with whatever judgment you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit & Christmas

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 12, 2023

At Christmas, we think about the shepherds, the Magi, the trip of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, and the murderous plots of King Herod, but we overlook all HE, the Holy Spirit, does.

THE HOLY SPIRIT & CHRISTMAS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two Aggies moved to a northern Canadian island. At Christmas they boarded a ferry off the island and went deep into the woods on the mainland, searching for a Christmas tree. 2. After hours of subzero temperatures and a few close ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:15-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Christians Checkbook- Be Filled With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 3, 2024

This is the 181st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 18th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#181] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- BE FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT Ephesians 5:18-21 Introduction: I was reading about the famous Pastor, D.L. Moody, (who was an Evangelist in the 1800’s) and he used a great illustration about being filled with the Holy Spirit that I would like to use ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of The Holy Spirit Baptism

Contributed by John Oscar on May 20, 2024

Pastor John shares why we need the Holy Spirit to help us survive and thrive in our current world

The Necessity of the Holy Spirit Baptism Scripture: Acts 2:1-4 Introduction: Today is Pentecost Sunday. It’s the day that the Holy Spirit was poured out upon the original followers of Jesus, and has been poured out on his believers ever since. The baptism in or off (interchangeable terms) the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Zechariah 4:6, Acts 1:8, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Receiving The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 21, 2024

As believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to live a life of power and authority. In this message today, we will discuss the importance of receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in other tongues and how it can benefit our spiritual lives.

Acts 2:38-41 Introduction As believers in Jesus Christ, we are called to live a life of power and authority. This includes being filled with the Holy Spirit and speaking in other tongues. In this message today, we will discuss the importance of receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-39, John 14:15-16, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 10:44-46, Luke 11:9-13, Acts 19:1-6, Mark 16:17, 1 Corinthians 14:2, Ephesians 5:18-19, Joel 2:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Pentecost Sunday - The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 25, 2024

A message about the work of the Holy Spirit. We missed Pentecost Sunday so we moved it to Memorial Day.

Pentecost Sunday - The Holy Spirit Theme: To show how Pentecost Sunday mark a monumental day in church history. Text: Acts 1:5 – 8, John 14, 15, 16 Introduction (We missed Pentecost Sunday so we moved it to Memorial Day) Today we celebrate Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day is a remembrance ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-8

Denomination: Church Of God