Sermons on The Gifts Of The Spirit:

The Fruit Of The Spirit "Gentleness" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 4, 2009

Now we deal with gentleness, which is actually from the same root word as kindness, to be useful. However there are many more uses of the word in the Greek that have slightly different meaning like mildness, meekness, suitableness, and humility.

Begin by reading the Magnificat Luke 1 verses 46-49 and then Luke 2:13-19. I find that passage gives me a sense of the peacefulness and gentleness of the night of Christ’s birth. There’s no better display of gentleness in the Bible than Mary when she found out she was pregnant, and then gave ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Who Is The Holy Spirit? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 19, 2006

The Holy Spirit is the one who comes and stands beside us at all times.

WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? Text: Jn. 14:15-26 Introduction 1. Read Jn. 14:15-26 2. Illustration: Wilma had been a member of her church for many, many years. In her later years she needed the assistance of a cane to help in walking. As she was talking with her pastor, she would make points by ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by George Rennau on Sep 26, 2006

The biggest sin the Holy Spirit is working to convict men of is their unbelief in Jesus.

The Work of the Spirit 1. TO CONVICT US John 16:8-11 When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: [9] in regard to sin, because men do not believe in me; [10] in regard to righteousness, because I am going to the Father, where you can see ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spirit-Filled Life Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007

Paul’s point is that the Holy Spirit is the controlling influence motivating and directing the lives of believers. As we sort through these participles, we can identify at least three results of the Holy Spirit’s influence.

The Spirit-Filled Life Ephesians 5:15-21 Quick Discussion: What are the two most significant influences on your life? “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead be filled with the Spirit.” At the heart of this contrast is a life lived under the influence of … those influences, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worshiping In Spirit And Truth Series

Contributed by Scott Jordan on May 19, 2007

Part 3 of a series on Worship

Worshiping in Spirit and Truth The Power of praise John 4:20-24 I. Worship is an issue of the heart. But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him. 24God is Spirit, and those who worship Him ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: *other

Test Every Spirit Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 8 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Test Every Spirit 1 John 4:1-6 I. Introduction A. Harmonica Lessons 1. A young Texas engineer was sent to Ireland to work for two years. a) He accepted the assignment for the extra money that was needed to put a down payment on a house after his wedding. b) His fiancé remained in Texas to get all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revival In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 4, 2006

When we purposely do not grieve the Holy Spirit, we are acting within the confines of a disciple, and we shall find revival in our souls. EPH. 4:30

I want to share one verse with you tonight. It is a short verse, but I think it might be among the most important verses found in the New Testament. EPHESIANS 4:30 – ‘And don’t grieve God’s Holy Spirit, who sealed you for the day of redemption.’ We are told in the Word of God not to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30

Denomination: *other

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Love

Contributed by Kevin Maloney on Feb 6, 2006

"The fruit of the spirit is love...and against such things there is no law." Paul calls Christians to live beyond the demands of the law by walking closely with the Spirit and bearing his fruit.

The Fruit of the Spirit is Love…And Against Such Things There is No Law Galatians 5:22a&23b In Galatians 5:22, God says “The fruit of the spirit is love” And then at the end of 5:23, after explaining how that love overflows in joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Longsuffering

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Feb 12, 2006

This sermon deals with the fruit of longsuffering, how we can get it. and a look at gods longsuffering.

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LONGSUFFERING Gal.:5:22 Introduction. For the longest time we have been talking about the fruit of the spirit, as you know I like to veiw this as a Basket that we carry and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Church Of God

A Man With An Evil Spirit

Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 18, 2006

Jesus comes to the unclean and lonely place and brings redemption, deliverance and forgiveness, he can do that today of us if we let him

Do you believe? Peter Pan implored all to believe in fairies to save Tinker Bell, Do you believe in fairies, me I feel that they things of fiction really. From today’s reading I would ask you a more pertinent question, do you believe in demons or do you feel they are the work of fiction? Bertrand ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Kindness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 24, 2006

Kindness is a nondescript fruit that is very important for our growth in Christ.

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 • Today as we carry on with out look at the fruit of the spirit, we are going to take some time to examine a fruit that seems to be pretty nondescript on the surface. • Kindness seems like something that is pretty ordinary, but when you start to really think about it, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Goodness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 31, 2006

There is more to goodness than meets the eye.

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 THIS IS A CLIP IN POWERPOINT • SLIDE #2 • What do you think of when you think of goodness? • I would imagine that each one of us would have a different idea as to what it is. • Today, I want us to examine the fruit of goodness. • Whenever the subject of being good comes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Comfort Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Apr 4, 2006

Jesus promised his disciples the comfort of the Holy Spirit. It is a promise not only to the disciples, but all Christians throughout time are recipients of this comfort that Jesus has promised to those who love him and obey his gospel.

THE COMFORT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT JOHN 14:16-21 In this passage of scripture Jesus promises his disciples the comfort of the Holy Spirit. It is a promise not only to the disciples, but all Christians throughout time are recipients of this comfort that Jesus has promised to those who love him and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Essentials Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 5, 2006

work of Holy Spirit in the life of every believer

Intro: being raised in Pentecostal churches there was one verse that seemingly was used at every camp, convention or special revival services. Zechariah 4:6-not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit saith the Lord. It was the prophesy of Zechariah unto Israel that God’s Spirit would give them ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

You become a Christian in a moment, but becoming Christ-like is a lifelong journey.

Oswald Chambers, reflecting on man’s role regarding sanctification, wrote, “Personal holiness is an effect of redemption, not the cause of it.” Twenty years after his conversion, after having founded churches throughout the Mediterranean world, and near the end of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational