Sermons on Spirit Empowered Lives:

He Gave Gifts Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 26, 2020

God through the Holy Spirit has gifts which glorify Christ and empowers the church to edify the Body of Christ and minister to all mankind. This message is an introduction to those gifts.

He Gave Gifts Introductions to Holy Spirit Gifts Charles Swindall gave an illustration of what it may look like to the Lord as He looks upon His church in regard to Holy Spirit given gifts to the body of Christ. Think how you would feel if this happened to you. Let us say you have a friend who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In The Flow”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 7, 2025

As we finish our series on elevating discipleship to the next level, I want to examine the discipleship process as described by Jesus in Luke 9:23 and then reflect on the power available to be fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living in the Flow” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryONqKD4l9I As we conclude our series on elevating discipleship to the next level, I’d like to take time to look at the classic definition of discipleship given by Jesus in Luke 9:23. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, Ezekiel 47:9, Hebrews 12:1, John 7:37-39, Luke 9:24-25, Psalm 37:4-5, Revelation 22:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

The Holy Spirit In The Life Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 7, 2015

Jesus lived as He wants us to live, full of the Spirit of God. What did that look like in His own life while here?

IN THE LIFE OF JESUS Luke 1:15, Matthew 1:18-20. 15 "For he will be great in the sight of the Lord, and shall drink neither wine nor strong drink. He will also be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother's womb." 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary ...read more

Scripture: John 1:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting The Spirit Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 16, 2006

The essence of Christianity is this remarkable truth: Christ came from heaven and died for us on the cross and rose again so that, in the person of the Holy Spirit, he might dwell in our lives.

Response Goal: Individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will join me in starting each day by saying, “Behold, the servant of the Lord. Be it unto me according to your word. Fill me with your Holy Spirit. More than anything else, I want Jesus to show up in my life. I’m available to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Improve Our Preaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Let the Spirit empower, enable and enlighten your mind so you can be a more effective communicator of His truth

Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning The Agony Of Defeat Into The Thrill Of Victory Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

When I follow Jesus He transforms my suffering in the flesh into triumph in the spirit

ENGAGE/TENSION How many of you know who Vinko Bogataj is? That’s what I figured. That name isn’t real familiar for any of us. But for those of my generation who grew up watching “Wild World of Sports”, you may not know his name but you’re familiar with his infamous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Anointing Of The Holy Spirit!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 28, 2008

This outline points out how much we need the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. It also deals with some of the works of the spirit in our lives. We do not have to face the trials of life on our own. He will help us. If you have the Holy Spirit on the i

THE ANOINTING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT! This outline points out how much we need the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. It also deals with some of the works of the spirit in our lives. We do not have to face the trials of life on our own. He will help us. If you have the Holy Spirit on the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

A Good Way To Live

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 24, 2003

This sermon calls us to the kind of living Paul describes in Ephesians 5:15-21. 1- Make the most of opportunities coming your way 2- Understand what the Lord’s will is 3- Be filled with the Spirit

A Good Way to Live 12-29-02 Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 “Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, 16making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. 18Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29, Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Live A Life Worthy Of Calling Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 17, 2009

Christians are called to the image of Jesus Christ and so, with the help of God the Holy Spirit, Christians are to live a life on earth worthy of this calling.

God used the Apostle Paul to write a letter to reveal His plan. We had noted previously that the letter was not only for those Christians in Ephesus 2000 years ago but it is also for us today! From the first three chapters of Ephesians, we learned much important truths about God and His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Breath Of Fresh Air

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 20, 2022

Life can knock the wind out of us. Jesus shows up in those closed in places where we hide to breathe fresh Spirit into us to empower us to go on living into the mission He has called us into.

SERMON TITLE: A Breath of Fresh Air TEXT: John 20:19-29 (NRSV) I. INTRODUCTION: Have you ever got the wind knocked out of you? Maybe as a child, you fell on the playground, or you were somehow hit in the stomach and couldn’t breathe. It is terrifying in those moments when it seems like time stands ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace And Spirit Life Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 4, 2011

Our freedom in Christ does not remove our struggle for freedom to live above sinful practices or to avoid giving in to temptations.

Romans 8:1-8 Introduction: A. History affords many lessons of America’s struggle to maintain her freedom. Thousands of lives have been lost in this battle. B. While we have freedom in Christ-and are therefore no longer under condemnation, we often struggle with feelings of defeat, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Led By The Spirit Of God Or The Spirit Of The World? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 24, 2023

Brothers and sisters, if you are in Christ today, if you are born a second time, a new being, with the Sacred Spirit within you, and it’s really real, then you are closer to me than my own flesh and blood family. We are family by the Spirit of God.

As believers in Jesus we are his representative body on the Earth. We are the body of Christ. This means Jesus does his work through us, as we are led by Him. That’s something I think we need to emphasize more and more, being led by God’s Spirit practically on a daily basis. Are you led by the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-35, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Our Choice To Live Or Die PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of our daily decisions, emphasizing the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God in our decision-making process.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is always a joy to gather with you, to celebrate our shared faith, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. This morning, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a fresh revelation that will aid us in our daily walk with the Lord. We are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17

Topics: Sin, Choice

The Church Of My Dreams

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 9, 2009

The church as God intended it will be affirmative of one another’s gifts, evangelical in spirit, inquiring in mind, comprehensive in compassion, and empowered by Christ.

I have two requests to make of you this morning as we continue. Two things I need for you to do: First, I am going to ask our ushers to distribute a little document that I have prepared for you. It is something of an outline of today’s message, but it is also a starter kit for your vision of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

The House Of God Lives Series

Contributed by Bobby Gilles on Sep 23, 2014

How can we love each other well? How do we not only tolerate diversity, but celebrate it? How do we not only celebrate it, but pray for more of it – much more than we currently see in our congregation? The answer is in God's word ...

My wife Kristen and I often watch a sitcom on Netflix at the end of a long day. I like Cheers; Kristen likes The Andy Griffith Show. So we compromise on one or the other. Andy Griffith takes us back to a simple time and an idyllic, small North Carolina community, where people sang country gospel ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist