Sermons on Spirit Versus Flesh:

"What's Stopping You?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

Looking at what the Spirit did for Peter at Pentecost, can encourage us to accomplish great things for God!

"WHAT’S STOPPING YOU?" Acts 2: 14-41 I) Intro: A) Obstacles into Opportunities (Local illustrations work best) II) Text: (Joke about length…remember the text is a sermon) A) Recap 1) Spirit came upon them / other tongues 2) Being made fun of B) Peter Defends position 1) Not drunk… 2) Uses text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

Intimidation - The Fear Of People Series

Contributed by Greg Madden on May 11, 2001

Breaking free from a "man fearing" spirit. Learning to live for the Lord because you love Him.

If imagination is the biggest nation in the world today, then intimidation is the second largest. Websters dictionary defines intimidation as- influence or force by fear, verbal or non-verbal, direct or implide. Too many people allow others to control and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Philippians 2:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Condemnation

Contributed by Jeff Fradenburgh on Nov 14, 2001

As believers we are no longer condemned, but set free to serve Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 8:1 (NLT) 1So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. Condemnation involves a guilty verdict AND a sentence Those who were condemned were guilty of sin Romans 3:23 (NLT) 23For all have sinned; all fall short of God¡¦s glorious standard. Wait a minute, that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Telling Others

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Oct 9, 2001

Demonstrates the importance of sharing our faith with others and how the Holy Spirit helps us in completing that task.

Telling Others Romans 10:13-15, "For ’Anyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’14 But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him they have never heard about him? And how can they hearabout him unless someone tells them? 15 And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

New Foundations

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 14, 2003

The Temple in Jerusalem was foundational to OT Judaism in the same way as the Temple of the Holy Spirit is foundational to the New Covenant

Field Dalling 26-11-03 Mark 13:1-8 Shaking the Foundations As I started preparing the sermon for this morning, I was puzzled why this particular passage of the Gospel of Mark was in the lectionary. The whole Chapter is about the Signs of the End of the Age, but these first eight verses only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Virgin Birth Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 7, 2009

Jesus was conceived in the womb of His mother Mary by a miraculous work of the Holy Spirit and without a human father.

[For free weekly sermons delivered by email, please contact jonrmleod@yahoo.com] JESUS IS BETTER THAN SANTA Depending on one’s beliefs, either Jesus or Santa Claus is the main character of Christmas. Here are ten reasons why Jesus is better than Santa: Santa lives at the North Pole Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Come And Dine

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

There are things in our lives that keep us from consuming God’s Word and nourishing our spirits.

*Intro: We brought Josiah home last Thursday evening the 18th. As you might guess, the first night home was a bit tough for him. But, the hardest thing for me as his dad was that there was a 12-13 hour stretch on Friday that he didn’t eat. Kim would attempt to feed him and he had no interest. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Jesus Speaks…..

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 7, 2009

An evil spirit visits church and Jesus cast it out. Jesus demonstrates a new kind of preaching and authority

When Jesus Speaks….. If I say the name E.F Hutton….what comes to mind? Teenagers I think you are off the hook on this one. Let me say the phrase, When E. F. Hutton Speaks……People listen. It was in commercial about an investment company, two people in a crowded place talking normally, one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Congregational

Revival In Unity

Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 28, 2009

Looking at how the Holy Spirit alone can bring real unity to the church which then results in revival

Eph 4:2-3 NKJV ..with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Because of sin the unity between man and God was broken Salvation re-unites us to God, and also to each other in one purpose ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dare To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 22, 2010

If we are going to recapture our spirit of adventure for God, we must be willing to sacrifice for the Kingdom of Christ

Last week I shared the story of Helen Keller and her incredible spirit and inspirational life. We are to tackle life with the same kind of spirit or tenacity. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. This week I want to look at the life of one of the most influential, conservative ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-26

Denomination: Church Of God

The Abiding Presence Of The Triune God Is Our Peace

Contributed by Asiri Perera on May 18, 2008

The permanent abode of God in us in his full deity as Father, Son & Holy Spirit is our peace

The abiding presence of the triune God is our Peace Jn 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Illustration Parked on the side of the road, waiting to catch speeding drivers, a state ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Methodist

Experience The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 10, 2008

How do we use the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives to carry out the Great Commision?

“EXPERIENCE THE GREAT COMMISION” www.planttheseedministries.org Allan H. Kircher May 5, 2008 Matt 28:18-20 “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Communication Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

The third manifestation of the Holy Spirit was not only for the 120 but also for the crowds that had gathered in Jerusalem for the celebration of Pentecost.

THE MIRACLE OF COMMUNICATION ACTS 2:4 11 The third manifestation of the Holy Spirit was not only for the 120 but also for the crowds that had gathered in Jerusalem for the celebration of Pentecost. The followers of Jesus were filled with the Holy Spirit for PRAISE and PROCLAMATION. These ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4-11

Squeezed

Contributed by David Dailey on Oct 19, 2011

What comes out of our spirit when the enemy or the cares of life begin to put the squeeze on us?

SQUEEZED 1 Kings 20:26 And it came to pass at the return of the year, that Benhadad numbered the Syrians, and went up to Aphek, to fight against Israel. 1 Kings 20:27 And the children of Israel were numbered, and were all present, and went against them: and the children of Israel pitched before ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Can Half A Penny Do?

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 21, 2011

A sermon on the true meaning of giving. The value of a gift is not determined by its amount, but by the sacrifice and spirit in which it is given.

What Can Half A Penny Do? "Then a poor widow came and dropped in two small coins." Mark 12:42 (NLT) Intro: John Wesley’s Journal---Thursday, May 7, 1741. —I reminded the United Society that many of our brethren and sisters had not needful food; many were destitute of convenient clothing; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational