Sermons on Spirit Withdrawn:

Examples Of A Spirit Filled Christian

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the life of Stephen and illustrates six charateristics of a spirit-filled Christian

I. Introduction a. In Acts Chapters 6, 7 & 8 we see the story of Stephen. b. Stephen was a i. Martyr, Deacon, Preacher c. He was a man full of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 6:3; 6:5; 7:55) d. The Characteristics of a Christian filled with the spirit. II. Available to the Lord a. When the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

Baptized And Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Phillip Frye on Jul 5, 2002

Everyone is Baptized and Filled with The Holy Spirit, or are they?

Do all Christians receive the Holy Spirit through the Baptism at the time of conversion? Yes they do! Then, why do we refer to the Infilling of the Holy Spirit? There is a significant difference. The Baptism of the Holy Spirit occurs during the time of conversion when Jesus Christ is accepted as ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Spirit And Church Growth

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 15, 2007

Learn about the Holy Spirit and how he grows the church.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND CHURCH GROWTH The Holy Spirit Is Great The Holy Spirit Does Great Things Through People Be filled With The Holy Spirit As we begin this year we have many plans. Plans personally and as a body of believers. We want to see wonderful things happen in our personal lives as well ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit? Series

Contributed by Terry Detwiler on Jan 25, 2007

This is Part 1 of 3 of the Series "A Most MisUnderstood Gift". This explains what the Baptism of the Holy Spirit is and describes the difference between H.S. Baptism and Water Baptism.

PART 1 Introduction: For the next several week’s I am going to spend considerable amount of time on the subject of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and that which is closely related in some aspects – the subject of tongues. I will be breaking it down in very simple and concise terms so that we may ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Evidence Of A Spirit Led Life Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Feb 4, 2007

There is a story about Walter P. Chrysler. At the time he was a master mechanic on a railroad. He was 35 years old and he bought his first automobile with borrowed money. It was a $5,000.00, four-door Locomobile. The car was delivered to his hometown in I

THE EVIDENCE OF A SPIRIT LED LIFE Acts 8:26-40 There is a story about Walter P. Chrysler. At the time he was a master mechanic on a railroad. He was 35 years old and he bought his first automobile with borrowed money. It was a $5,000.00, four-door ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Policeman Spirit Or Passion For Prayer

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 10, 2006

It is very easy to sit in a church and grow a policeman spirit and want to correct all the problems, a PASSION FOR PRAYER WILL DO MORE TO REVIVE A CHURCH than finding faults. REMEMBER, REMARKABLE PRAYER WILL BRING REMARKABLE RESULTS!

SPIRITUAL POLICEMEN VS. PASSION FOR PRAYER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com NEVER FORGET THAT REMARKABLE PRAYER WILL BRING REMARKABLE RESULTS! TEXT: 1 Corinthians 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. REMARKABLE PRAYER WILL BRING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:32-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fruit Of The Spirit Part 1

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Jan 28, 2006

An introduction to Paul’s ’fruit of the spirit’ in Gal 5

Over the next three weeks we will be looking at the fruits of the spirit. When I was planning this series of sermons, I thought that it was a nice short series which would give everybody a chance to hear each member of the pastoral team preach and at the same time cover some of Paul’s important ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit Provides Freedom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 8, 2006

Epiphany 5(C) - The Holy Spirit provides freedom: freedom through Christ and freedom to serve Christ.

THE HOLY SPIRIT PROVIDES FREEDOM February 5, 2006 - Epiphany 5 - ROMANS 8:1-9 * * * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Today, if you looked inside the bulletin, saw the theme and listened to our text, we are going to talk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Power Against Graveyard Spirits

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Feb 15, 2006

I would like you to read this chapter with rapt attention because you might not come across a message like this again.

I would like you to read this chapter with rapt attention because you might not come across a message like this again. One point that should be clear to you, which surprisingly, is not clear to many people, including pastors, is the fact that God’s definition for many things is different from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worshiping God In Spirit And Truth

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 17, 2006

An exploration of contemplating the glory and goodness of God in worship

Christians serve a beautiful God. Beauty is the absolute foundation of all things. It is transcendent by nature. The beauty and glory of God are far more incredible and far surpassing any earthly beauty one could ever know. Everything about God is beautiful. His power is beautiful. His love is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Led By The Spirit - Tempted By Satan

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 8, 2006

1- Satan always makes us question our faith. 2- Satan always has a comeback temptation

INTRO.- ILL.- One bright, beautiful Sunday morning, everyone in the tiny town of Johnstown got up early and went to the local church. Before the services started, the townspeople were sitting in their pews and talking about their lives, their families, etc. Suddenly, the Devil himself appeared ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Receiving The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Jun 6, 2006

Wouldn’t it be great to sit in on one of the first conversations of the early church? We can. Check it out...

Receiving the Gift of the Spirit Acts 1:1-7 Jesus died, buried, rose again, and for 40 days appeared to his disciples. Wouldn’t it be intriguing to sit in on those conversations of the early church? We can! However . . . Like the disciples, we often focus on the details of Christ return ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Evidences Of Being Stirred By The Spirit

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

Evidences of Being Stirred By The Spirit

Evidences of Being Stirred By The Spirit I. The Spirit Stirs - Ez. 1 Cyrus the Great d. 529 B.C., king of Persia, founder of ACHAEMENID power and the Persian empire. He conquered MEDIA between 559 and 549 B.C., Lydia (see CROESUS) in 546, and BABYLONIA in 538. In EGYPT he laid the basis for ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Five Spirits That Limit God

Contributed by Et Tapper on Aug 10, 2005

These are five spirits that limit God’s work in the believers life and the church.

5 SPIRITS THAT LIMIT GOD INTRODUCTION: PS 78:41 I COR 10:6-13 THESE ARE THE 7 SPIRITS THAT LIMIT CHRIST JAMES 3:13-15 DEMONS DON’T JUMP ON YOU FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT. – LIKE FLEAS THE PROCESS OF THE DEVIL’S INFLUENCE ON YOU IS BY INVITATION. THE DEVIL DIDN’T MAKE YOU DO ANYTHING – YOU ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Casting Out An Unclean Spirit Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

Lessons from the miracle applied to today.

The Casting Out of a Unclean Spirit Miracles of Jesus Mark 1:21-28 Miracles # 05 I. When the place of worship and was open Jesus was there. Mark 1:21 NOTE: If Jesus saw the need to attend a worship service then we ought to see the need. II. Jesus taught with authority. NOTE: Preachers and Bible ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist