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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Who Is The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 8, 2012
     | 9,878 views

    The Holy Spirit is the neglected part of the Trinity today and we need to allow the Holy Spirit to arise within us, to empower us to be God’s dynamic witnesses to this dying world.

    Series: Holy Spirit Rising Quote: Samuel Chadwick “Christianity is hopeless without the Holy Spirit!” Jim Cymbala’s quote from Spirit Rising. Sermon: Who is the Holy Spirit? Thesis: The Holy Spirit is the neglected part of the Trinity today and we need to allow the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Is The Holy Spirit? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 11, 2020
     | 5,253 views

    The Holy Spirit is the neglected part of the Trinity today and we need to allow the Holy Spirit to arise within us, to empower us to be God’s dynamic witnesses to this dying world.

    Series: Holy Spirit Rising Quote: Samuel Chadwick “Christianity is hopeless without the Holy Spirit!” Jim Cymbala’s quote from Spirit Rising. Sermon: Who is the Holy Spirit? Thesis: The Holy Spirit is the neglected part of the Trinity today and we need to allow the Holy Spirit to arise within ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fruit Of The Spirit # 4

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022
     | 1,369 views

    We have been looking at the fruit of the Spirit as presented by the Apostle Paul in the 5th chapter of Galatian

    The Apostle Paul tells us that when we’re filled with the Holy Spirit, we’ll evidence the fruit of the Spirit in our lives by exhibiting, "love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance:." In this message, we want to look at the 4th fruit of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Alan Peary on Jan 25, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,523 views

    This is the sixth in a series of 8 messages centered around the importance of changing the climate in which we live, work or play.

    Changing the Climate – Part 6 of 8 INTRODUCTION TO THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Over the past couple of months I have been talking about the need for us to change the climate we are surrounded by. The key portion of scripture I have been using is from Acts 1:8 "But you shall receive power when ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit- Peace. Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,026 views

    The fruit of peace is a beautiful fruit to behold!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever come home after a hectic day looking forward to some peace and quiet? • As you pull into the driveway you are anticipating a nice quiet evening at home with the family! • You get out of the car and walk in the door and the dream is shattered. The kids are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy: A Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,977 views

    Abiding in Him will always result in His fruit in us. If we are not bearing fruit, it is evidence that we are not abiding in Him.

    1. Joy Comes from the Spirit A - The source of true joy comes from the Holy Spirit. It is His fruit. It is what He produces. The Bible says that there is great joy in salvation (possessing the Spirit). Knowing our sins are forgiven and having assurance of future rest brings a joy that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bowing To A Crippling Spirit

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Sep 1, 2016
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     | 18,844 views

    Just like the woman in the synagogue, too often we accept whatever is crippling us when Jesus desires to heal and deliver us.

    BOWING TO A CRIPPLING SPIRIT Luke 13:10-17 It’s hard for us to think about this passage of Scripture without thinking about all that this woman must have gone through. • For 18 years this woman had been crippled: Bent over and unable to straighten herself up. • We can only imagine the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Making The Spirit Smile Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 15, 2004
    based on 13 ratings
     | 2,849 views

    This message is part of series through the book of Ephesians and deals with how to avoid the grieving of the Holy Spirit.

    Making the Spirit Smile Ephesians 4:30-32 I. The Personhood of the Spirit (v. 30a) A. The Witness of Jesus Christ (John 14:17, 16:13) B. Our Potential Effect on the Spirit 1. We Can Choose to Have Fellowship With Him (Gal. 5:16) 2. We Can Choose to Be Controlled (Eph. 5:18) 3. We Can Choose to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Steve Lombardo on Nov 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 26,370 views

    Every believer will bear fruit, proving their new birth, and the Holy Spirit brings this about.

    …God, He’s part of the Trinity. That’s what Christianity affirms. We’ve talked about that two weeks ago. And then last week was “What is My Relationship with the Holy Spirit?” – how do I live and interact with God, the Holy Spirit. This week is entitled, “The Fruits of the Holy Spirit” – that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spirit Care 101 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 12, 2023
     | 1,874 views

    Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus.

    Video Transition: Movie from the trailer for Jesus Revolution Spirit Care 101 Thesis: Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus. Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Spirit-Filled Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 228 views

    The sermon encourages believers to rely on the Holy Spirit’s presence and power to transform daily life, bringing peace, unity, and Christlike character.

    Some of us walked in today with hearts that feel hurried and hands that feel heavy. You’ve prayed for peace but still feel the pull. You’ve promised yourself patience and then snapped before breakfast. You’ve wanted joy and found only jitters. Friend, you’re not alone. What if, in the middle of ...read more

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    The Power Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,883 views

    Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) Worshiping in the Spirit requires the empowerin

    Symbols Describing the Power of the Spirit - Adapted from Dr. C.I. Schofield’s notes Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Be Led By The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 11, 2019
     | 6,860 views

    When we want to be led by GOD'S SPIRIT - the HOLY SPIRIT, we are open to His Leading, we choose none of our ways, that is sense and reason as outlined in Romans 8:6 - the two most deadliest tools of man ever invented are his common sense and logical reasoning without the HOLY SPIRIT.

    Be Led By The HOLY SPIRIT Text: Romans 8:14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Amplified Bible Led here came from the Greek word ago (G71) which means to bring, drive, induce, carry, keep open, lead away. When we want to be led by GOD'S SPIRIT - the HOLY SPIRIT, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living In The Spirit 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 10, 2015
     | 4,361 views

    Second of Five messages on what it means to live by the Holy Spririt

    “Life in the Spirit” Part Two REVIEW Paul wrote to the Galatians about the new life in the Spirit as opposed to a life of trying to find acceptance through keeping rules no one can keep. He affirmed the power of Jesus in His life. For through the Law I died to the Law, so that I might ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Who Is The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Steve Taylor on Oct 17, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,824 views

    An overview of some characteristics of the Holy Spirit and His role for the believer.

    Today, I would like to introduce you to the Holy Spirit. Now whenever that is said, people begin to get nervous. We often times have so many different ideas about the Holy Spirit that any discussion of the Holy Spirit becomes a nerve racking ordeal. Before I begin the introduction, however, I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist