Sermons on Spirit Filled Living:

The Unclean Spirit

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 14, 2010

The scary truth is, there are only two spirits that controls a man – God’s Holy Spirit or Satan’s unclean spirit. Friend, which spirit is in control over you?

Intro: One quiet Sabbath day Jesus entered the synagogue at Capernaum to declare His Father’s will. Notice that where the Lord does a good work, there is also the devil seeking to resist it. In our text, Jesus comes face to face with a man with an unclean spirit. It is a day of grace and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-27, Luke 8:49-56

Denomination: *other

Positioned For Transition

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 6, 2018

God is trying to get us to a place in the Spirit, the key to that journey is remaining, positioned for Transition.

Isaiah 43:18-19 [18] Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. [19] Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. … Remember... *To call to mind. *To be thought ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spirit Of Power

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 8, 2008

Faith in God expressed in the commitment of our life to the cause of Christ is the greatest antidote to fear.

Spirit of Power / 2 Timothy 1: 1 - 14 Intro: We live in a world of fear – fear of terrorism, inadequacy, what others think, disease, financial insecurity, unknown. Paul in prison / Timothy friend of one criminal and follower of another. Paul writes to help Tim with fear. !. Verse 7 – “For God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying In The Spirit

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 2, 2018

A better way to pray in order to get to the root of th problem

Praying in the Spirit Praying in the Spirit is important as well in our healing experience. Many times we do not know how to pray about something because we can’t really pinpoint the problem. Romans 8:26 KJV tells us, “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26, 1 Corinthians 14:15

Denomination: Methodist

"Another Spirit”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

One of the intriguing things about people is their differences.

Illus: For example, have you noticed the difference between the employer and the employee, such as: • When you take a long time, you're slow. • When your boss takes a long time, he's thorough. • When you don't do it, you're lazy. • When your boss doesn't do it, he's too ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:22-24, Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Kindred Spirits

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Jan 13, 2021

God has designed the created order with the foundational communities of the family and church. They reflect his gracious providential care, especially through the blessings of love, grace and a sense of belonging.

Matthew 12:46-50 [Read text] The cover photo from the Mother’s Day issue of a Christian magazine showed a neatly groomed and well dressed little brother and sister serving their mother an artistically arranged breakfast in bed on a silver platter. In a subsequent letter to the editor, a mother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

The Spirit Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 10, 2023

Jesus is alive!

The Spirit of the Resurrection I heard about a woman named Carol. She was the organist at her church. She was a good musician but did something no organist should ever do at her church. She overslept on Easter morning and missed the sunrise service. She was so embarrassed. Of course, the minister ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Pioneering Spirit

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Jun 24, 2003

While meditating about the faith and works of some of God’s pioneers from previous generations, I began to petition the Lord to raise up more true pioneers; men and women of God who are not willing to take “no” for an answer; men and women of God who are

By: Donna J. Kazenske While meditating about the faith and works of some of God’s pioneers from previous generations, I began to petition the Lord to raise up more true pioneers; men and women of God who are not willing to take “no” for an answer; men and women of God who are willing to go the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:22-23, John 10:35-37

Denomination: *other

Test The Spirits

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

We should no blindly accept everything that we hear, rather we should go and study the Bible before we make a decision

1 John 4:1-6 Test the Spirits Introduction A. It is almost the end of the school year B. Such a joyous time for all kids and teachers C. What normally happens at the end of the school year D. It is called finals E. Test based on everything that you were suppose to learn throughout the year F. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Testing The Spirits Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 3, 2015

The ministry of the Holy Spirit allows us to hear from God; to discern His voice. Therefore, prayer, meditation, and knowing the voice of Him is critical! Do we know His truth over the noise of everything else competing for our attention?

Testing the Spirits 1 John Bible Study, Part 9 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction - John gives us an incredible truth to hold onto (20) -- We will fail, even though we desire to be holy and to live right for God -- However, even in that, God knows our heart and knows everything we are -- Even in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Age Of The Spirit

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 7, 2013

Empowering the Church for worldwide mission.

THE AGE OF THE SPIRIT. John 16:5-15. When Ezekiel looked out across the valley of the dry bones, the LORD asked him, “Can these bones live?” to which the prophet answered, “Well, Lord, if anyone knows you do.” The Lord GOD spoke to the bones through the mouth of the prophet, and they revived: but ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit Of Support

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 29, 2001

Year C "The Day of Pentecost" June 3rd, 2001 John 14:8-17, 25-27

Heavenly Father thank you for your Holy Spirit that empowers us with courage and inspiration to be witnesses to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Amen. Title: “Spirit of Support” Chapter fourteen begins Jesus’ long “farewell” discourse found only in John, spanning chapters 14-17. Jesus begins by assuring ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-27

Denomination: Lutheran

The Critical Spirit

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 13, 2010

A critical spirit is An obsessive attitude of criticism and fault-finding, which seeks to tear others down The person with a critical spirit usually dwells on the negative, seeks for flaws rather than good

The Critical Spirit Luke 6:37-6:42 Illustration: Guilty as sin! It happened just a few years ago. The banks in New Jersey had been robbed systematically, one after the other. What made the robber stand out was his politeness. He just gave the tellers a note which said, "Please place your money ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Body And Spirit

Contributed by Chris Summers on May 11, 2005

Body and spirit , the rageing war.

Body and Spirit Good morening everyone. Today I want to talk about the war between the body and the spirit. How many of you have ever fasted ? Now not because there was no food in the house or because you wanted to lose those 5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Lifestyle Of The Spirit

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 29, 2023

In order to fight a successful war, you must know who the enemy is. In spiritual battle, our enemy is threefold: Satan, the world, and the flesh.

I want to tell you how to rob a post office. There was a post office in Texas burglarized in 1975 by 3 men. One hid in a closet and later let two others in. They successfully robbed the post office. It was an inside job. The reason I have told you this story is because there are three thieves that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-17

Denomination: Baptist