Sermons on Spirit Filling:

Jtv: A Temptation Island #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 30, 2019

Jesus' temptation and success provides us hope through an understanding of God’s inner workings when we are tempted.

This week we begin a new 6-week message series entitled, “Jesus Television or JTV.” The premise is that for Americans, who watch an average of 4 ½ hours of TV per day, 32 hours per week (Nielsen Media Research – www.buzzle.com) , the TV and its program represent almost a 1/3 of person’s waking ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, Mark 4:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian And The Occult Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 24, 2017

The occult is all around us. It invades our homes via entertainment, lures power-seekers, the superstitious, escapists, and thrill seekers. A solid Biblical foundation is the best inoculation against this lure.

The Christian and the Occult (intro) (topical) 1. I do a lot of review for Amazon.com, so I am flooded with requests to review books, products, etc., often in exchange for a free copy/product. 2. But I like to set my own agenda as to what I read; my time is precious, and doing one thing means not ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do Not Fear!!

Contributed by Pooja Kapoor on May 1, 2017

Child of God, Do Not Fear

Child of God, Do not Fear, Do you see anywhere in the Bible saying that Jesus Feared! Yes it does tell us that the Son of God, - Jesus Wept. - Jesus was Tired - Jesus slept. - Jesus got troubled - Jesus Prayed - Jesus was Hungry - Jesus was Thirsty - Jesus was Sad - Jesus was angry - Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:2

In My Father’s House Are Many Mansions Series

Contributed by Ps Trevor Bartley on May 18, 2017

Many people think and have been taught that when Jesus is talking in John 14:2-3 that they are going to get a great home of brick and mortar, or a mansion. I am investigating this view...

I would like to investigate a thought about the word ‘dwelling’ as found in 2 Corinthians 5:1-9, this word is also found in John 14. I would like to encourage you to consider, when you are studying something, you need to use more than one scripture to qualify a truth. Many people think and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-29

Denomination: *other

Spiritual Gifts And The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 6, 2020

Diversity in unity. The Oneness of the body of Christ.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS AND THE BODY OF CHRIST. 1 Corinthians 12:3-13. ‘No-one can say “Jesus is Lord” except in the Holy Spirit,’ argued the Apostle Paul (1 Corinthians 12:3b). The Holy Spirit bears witness of Jesus (cf. John 15:26). The Holy Spirit only ever glorifies Jesus (cf. John 16:14). For us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Promise To Receive

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Apr 14, 2020

This message discusses the person and work of the Holy Spirit within the lives of every believer

1. The Holy Spirit Has Been Promised - Jesus prayed for the Holy Spirit to be sent unto us (16a) - Jesus knew we would need the Holy Spirit to counsel, comfort, and even help us (16b) - Jesus makes the promise of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Absalom

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 23, 2020

When something is too good to be true then be careful! From the life of Absalom, we learn a lot of lessons.

Absalom 2 Samuel 14:25”…Now in all Israel was no one as handsome as Absalom, so highly praised…” When something is too good to be true then be careful! When the offer is too spectacular, opulent and enormous then be cautious, for instance, I got an email stating that I was selected as the ‘best ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Faith Is On Collision Course With A Defiled Conscience Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 23, 2021

Our warning about the conscience's impact on our faith is found in 1 Timothy 1:18-19.

Introduction • Luke 17 ends with Jesus telling his disciples what signs to look for as the end times approach. Let me let you in on a secret: this world isn't going to last forever. And so, as Jesus is concluding His comments to His disciples, He makes this statement in Luke 18:8 (NKJV) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline For Acts 2

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 29, 2021

This outline of Acts 2 comments on four aspects of the Day of Pentecost. The Lord Jesus Christ had promised the disciples in Acts 1 that they would receive power to be His witnesses, and on Pentecost, it happened!

Outline for Acts 2, The Church-Its Foundation and Mission Introduction: The Church began on the Day of Pentecost (Acts 2) after Peter delivered his message about Jesus and the Resurrection. After he finished, 3000 people repented and were baptized—and the story continues to this day. (Note: this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ven, Espíritu Santo

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on May 15, 2021

Domingo de Pentecostés

Ven, espíritu santo Sagrada Escritura: Hechos 2:1-1, 1 Corintios 12:3-7, 1 Corintios 12:12-13, Gal atians 5:16-25, J oh n 20:19-23, J oh n 15:26-27, Juan 16:12-15. Reflexión Mis queridos hermanos y hermanas, Hoy, tomemos el evangelio según San Juan (Juan 20:19-23) en ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Eyeglasses

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 19, 2021

The Holy Spirit enables us to see clearly through the eyes of God.

Eyeglasses – John 16:7 - 15 Intro: When going on a trip (long or short) we make preparations: we give someone a key to walk through our house to make sure everything is okay, we may put timers on lights so they will come on and go off to make it look like someone is there, we might have someone ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Avoid The Seductive Trap Of Legalism Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

“If your religion hasn’t changed your life, you’d better change your religion, because Jesus will make a bad man good and a good man better.”

Welcome and thank you for worshipping with us this morning on this Memorial Day weekend. Keep Colossians 2 open before you, will you? It’s good to see many of you for the first time in months! And we are grateful for those of you continuing to worship with us online as well. Please text the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Love Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

July 18, 2020 Our scripture for the next 9 sermons begins and concludes with this statement, “You will RECOGNIZE them by their fruits.” Context Jesus was wrapping up the Sermon on the Mount. He had just told the crowd to beware of false prophets who walk around in sheep’s clothing, but are in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Patience Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

August 08, 2020 We are a society in a hurry. We want what we want and we want it yesterday, so we have: • Microwaves – great invention to reduce cooking times, but now we tap our fingers because it’s not fast enough. • Highspeed internet • Highspeed rail • Instant messaging and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Kindness Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

August 15, 2020 It’s amazing how cruel and unkind people can be……….. Here is one example from this week’s headlines: • Missouri woman pepper-sprays workers who ask her to wear a face mask Despite the headlines, most of us live out our days fulfilling the obligations of life while trying to do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist