Sermons on Spirit Gave Them Utterance:

Quench Not The Spirit

Contributed by Robert Cox on Nov 11, 2008

How exactly do you "quench the Spirit"?

1 THESS 5:14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. 15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Baptize Them Series

Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016

We look at one other command from Jesus' Great Commission

Let’s get to our passage. Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

Jesus made an important promise to His followers regarding spiritual power: And behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. (Luke 24:49).

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT - POWER PRINCIPLE TWO OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to: • Give a Biblical reference which reveals the relation of the Holy Spirit to power. • Identify the main purpose of the power of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 11, 2025

Why did Jesus believe the early church needed the power of the Holy Spirit - and what can that power mean to us today?

A few years ago, the power went out on the north side of town. I first noticed it when I saw that the traffic lights weren’t working but I didn’t think much about it until I tried to stop into CVS to pick up some batteries. One of the clerks met me at the door and explained: “I’m sorry we have no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Unity

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jul 17, 2004

This is a Pentecost sermon.

The late 1960s was a time of great disunity in our nation. People were protesting the war in Vietnam. Race riots occurred in many major cities. Upheaval was prevalent on college campuses. Meanwhile, in baseball, the New York Mets had been the laughingstock of Major League Baseball for the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Praying In The Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on May 2, 2013

People buy generators so that when everyone's out of power, they still have it.That's what praying in the Spirit does; it builds up your spiritual man. It's an additional power source available to the Christian FREE! Why don't you turn it on?

PRAYING IN THE SPIRIT Eph. 6:18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was taking his eight-year-old son to school. While driving down the freeway, the boy he noticed a large flatbed truck with a forklift on the back. 2. His eyes widened and he said, pointing to the forklift, "Boy, I sure would like one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Them

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 13, 2010

The Apostle Paul was working with a church that had some real issues concerning just how Christians should treat each other regardless of their Spiritual Giftedness. The Apostle was writing to a church in conflict, but one that thought they had ARRIVED, s

Love Them Our text for this day is not what it first appears. We all have seen excerpts from this beautiful piece of literature and possibly have a copy of it hung on some wall in our house. I do! But our text is not just a lovie-dovie mushy- gooshy text on falling in love and getting married. Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Known To Them

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 16, 2005

Would you recognize Jesus if he came to visit you? How would he make himself known? Perhaps he would be known to you as he became known to the men on the road to Emmaus.

Known To Them – LK 24: 13 - 35 Intro: Laureen had corresponded with Gauthier since they became high school pen pals. A continent and an ocean had separated them. They had exchanged pictures years ago. Laureen was planning a trip to France and wanted to meet her long-distance friend. But now, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Holy Spirit And Revival Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit is the divine agent of revival, and without His outpouring, true revival cannot take place.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND REVIVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bless Them

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 29, 2005

Focuses on Jesus addressing the Disciples, not the crowd

A recent survey has compiled all the qualities that people expect from the perfect pastor: Results of a computerized survey indicated that the perfect pastor preaches exactly 12 minutes. He frequently condemns sin but never upsets anyone. She works from 8 a.m. until midnight and is also a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Known To Them

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 23, 2020

Christ Jesus can be known to us in the common places of our lives.

Luke 24: 13 - 35 Intro: The story is told of a woman of modest means who received a letter from Jesus informing her of his impending visit. She cleaned her small home, took what money she had and purchased food to fix and serve Jesus when he arrived. One the way home from the store, she met a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tell Them...

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 29, 2007

We must tell our children about the LORD. We can be passionate about our family and our country. We need to be passionate about the things of the LORD. This sermon was preached at a National Family Reunion.

Good Morning This morning I want to speak to you regarding some very important matters. Throughout the past few days, I have had opportunity to meet with some of you and learn about you. We are all here to have fun and do just that. To see where our heritage came from… Who we belong to… who we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Advocate Within: Embracing The Power Of The Spirit

Contributed by Mark Zorn on Sep 16, 2025

When Jesus promised His disciples an Advocate, He gave them—and us—the assurance that His presence would never leave.

Introduction: A Transformative Promise Pentecost is more than a commemoration of the Spirit descending on the disciples in Jerusalem; it is the celebration of a living promise that continues to shape our lives. When Jesus promised His disciples an Advocate, He gave them—and us—the assurance that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-17, John 14:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Filled With The Spirit

Contributed by James Owens on Feb 6, 2008

What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

“BEING FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT” TEXT: Ephesians 5:15-20 “See then that ye walk circumspectly, (i.e., Be very careful how you live) not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, (i.e., making the most of every opportunity), because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Church Of God