Sermons on Spirit Vs Flesh:

Fanning The Flames Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

Just as a fire needs to be maintained to keep burning, we must fan the flames of the Holy Spirit in our lives to remain spiritually vibrant and effective.

FANNING THE FLAMES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:3-4 "And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit - The Difference Maker

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 29, 2018

In this passage we see the Difference that the Holy Spirit can make in our lives - 1. Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit. 2. The Holy Spirit gave Peter courage and boldness. 3. The Holy Spirit enabled Peter to stand up and proclaim Jesus as Savior

Scripture: Acts 4:5-12 (Call to worship - Psalm 23) The Holy Spirit - The Difference Maker In this passage we see the Difference that the Holy Spirit can make in our lives - 1. Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit. 2. The Holy Spirit gave Peter courage and boldness. 3. The Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Self And Pride Oppose The Spirit

Contributed by David Leach on Feb 16, 2014

In the life of earnest Christians, of those who pursue and profess holiness, humility ought to be the chief mark of their uprightness.

February 14 (Andrew Murray’s devotional) In the life of earnest Christians, of those who pursue and profess holiness, humility ought to be the chief mark of their uprightness. It is often said that it is not so . May not one reason be that in the teaching and example of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Healthy Body, A Dying Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

This sermon is a call to examine the true state of your inner man. A healthy body without a healthy spirit is a dangerous deception.

A HEALTHY BODY, A DYING SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 4:8, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Matthew 23:27-28, Romans 8:6, Proverbs 4:23 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, physical health and external appearances are often given the utmost priority. People ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Feb 21, 2008

Sermon looks at a daily filling of the Spirit and the steps necessary to become Spirit filled

What we believe series How to be filled with the Holy Spirit (Acknowledgement - Dr. Henry Schorr, Centre Street Calary AB) February 24, 2008 Part 8 Matthew 3:11-17 o Were in a series about what Christians believe. What do Christians believe about God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit? o I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11-17

The Redemptive Role Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 13, 2003

I feel very strongly that the commencement of Celebrating our Cultural and Spiritual Heritage as African descendants must begin with a recognition and appreciation of the Role of the Holy Spirit in our Redemptive History. For He was and is and is yet to p

“God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who hast brought us thus far on the way; Thou who hast by Thy might, led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2004

Christians throughout the centuries have affirmed their belief in the Holy Spirit. This sermon explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in the Holy Spirit. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Sends The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 31, 2004

PENTECOST(A) - Jesus sends the Holy Spirit to comfort his disciples and to convince the world in regard to sin, righteousness, judgement.

John 16:5-11 - May 30, 2004 - Pentecost JOHN 16:5-11 5"Now I am going to him who sent me, yet none of you asks me, `Where are you going?’ 6Because I have said these things, you are filled with grief. 7But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Holy Spirit In The Life Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 29, 2013

A review of why Jesus needed the Holy Spirit in His life and how the Holy Spirit operated in the life of Jesus.

A week ago Thursday night when I got home from our summer Bible study, I had a small red itchy spot on my right arm. I figured that I must have gotten some kind of bug bite, so I put a little anti-itch cream on it and went to bed. By the next morning, it really didn’t look much different, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

My Spirit Will Not Always Strive

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 30, 2014

We're looking at how the enemy tries to separate us from God, the barriers God has set up to keep us from sinning, and how far God will go before He says, “That’s enough!”

MY SPIRIT WILL NOT ALWAYS STRIVE Gen. 6:3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I got to visit Chi Alphans last Wed. & Thurs. nights and invite them to church. They were very appreciative of our support and love toward them. 2. I was talking to a college student the other day who’s paying her way ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 32 - What Should We Do When The Flood Waters Rise? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 23, 2025

When the flood waters rise... 1. Remember God’s help (vs. 1-2). 2. Rely on God’s help (vs. 1-4). 3. Request God’s help (vs. 5-14). 4. Rejoice in God’s help (vs. 15).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 32: What Should We Do When the Flood Waters Rise? Psalm 144:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 23, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Today we will study one of the many great prayers in the Old Testament. Anyone who has read much of the Bible knows that the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 144:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit And Oreo Cookies

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2004

Who is this one we call the Holy SPirit and what does He do today

The Holy Spirit and Oreo Cookies John 14:15-31 JN 14:15 "If you love me, you will obey what I command. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever-- 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Studies In Ephesians: Strengthened By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Bible study throughout the book of Ephesians.

Note: This is a study through the book of Ephesians as done in 1995. One of the main sources I used at the time was Beacon Bible Commentary vol. 9. Title: Strengthened by the Spirit Theme: To show the purpose of being strengthened by the Spirit Text: Ephesians 3:14-21 Ephesians 3:14. For ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Holy Spirit Love For All

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

Saints do not let anyone tell you that you are a second class Christian because you do not speak in tongues or walk on fire or survive snake bites. Such testing and qualifying today is not of the Spirit but is of men not God. Without love I am nothing.

Holy Spirit Love for All 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Acts 10:44-48 Have you ever noticed that this Christian life does not always go according to the script that you and I think it should follow? Just like when you go to a live theater performance people forget their lines. Sometimes we as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Acts 10:44-48, John 3:16-17, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-12, John 15:16-17, Galatians 5:22-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Worship Our Wonderful Shepherd Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 1, 2019

1. Worship Jesus for His courage (vs. 11). 2. Worship Jesus for His care (vs. 12-13). 3. Worship Jesus for His closeness (vs. 14-17). 4. Worship Jesus for His control (vs. 17-18).

Worship Our Wonderful Shepherd Jesus Christ The Gospel of John John 10:11-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 15, 2017 (Revised November 1, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Tonight, we will focus on some great reasons why everyone should worship the Good Shepherd Jesus Christ. It all ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist