Sermons on the power of the spirit: showing 646-660 of 173,571

The Promise Of Pentecost

Contributed by David Swinney on Jun 2, 2010

Jesus promised that his disciples would receive Power when the Holy Spirit came upon them.

The Promise of Pentecost Acts 1: 1 – 8 The forty days between the resurrection of Jesus and his ascension to the right hand of the Father must have been strange days indeed. They began with the disciples behind locked doors in an upper room in Jerusalem, hiding, we may assume, for fear of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gospel Changes Lives

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 24, 2023

Verse five in our text says that the gospel came in word, power, the Holy Spirit and with much assurance. Together these things brought a change to those who accepted the gospel. That's because the gospel changes people.

Alba 9-24-2023 THE GOSPEL CHANGES LIVES I Thessalonians 1:4-5 Three boys in the schoolyard were bragging about who had the better father. The first boy says, “My Dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper. He calls it a poem, and they give him $100.” The second boy says, “That’s nothing. My ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5, Colossians 1:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Broken Record - Miracle Service Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 4 - A Broken Record I. Introduction An unlocked door is just as strong and restrictive as a locked door if you don’t know that the door is unlocked. So, we have been talking about the fact that the Holy Spirit has been given to us and in this gift, things have been unlocked for us. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, Mark 16:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

"All About The Holy Spirit " Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jul 11, 2011

A powerful preacing message of the role of the Holy Spirit as Peter preached to Cornelius and the Gentiles.

Pastor Allan Kircher Acts 10:36-43 “All about the Holy Spirit” Acts series: God’s Vision and Power for Shell Point Baptist. Introduction: As we continue in the Book or Acts let’s refresh our memory: The church had been founded on the Day of Pentecost. • It had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of The Word Series

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

Just as Jesus did, we must arm ourselves with the Word of God, for it is the Sword of the Spirit. It is our weapon of defense against the enemy. We must carry our weapon of truth realizing it has great power and be prepared to use it.

Power of the Word Sermon Series: The Manual Matthew 4:1-12 The last few weeks we have been going through a series titled: The Manual. We have been examining the importance of God’s Word in history and in our lives today. First, we looked at 2 Timothy where we found that all Scripture is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Encounter

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

There is a war yet to be fought, an enemy still capable of inflicting great harm...if we allow him to. We must equip ourselves by allowing the power of the Spirit to come into our lives and work through us to defeat the enemy.

POWER ENCOUNTER ACTS 1:8 The good news Jesus proclaimed was the gospel of the kingdom of God. Mark, in the first chapter of his gospel, summarized Jesus’ preaching at the beginning of his public ministry by quoting Jesus in vs. 15 "The time has come. The kingdom of God is near. Repent and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

The Holy Spirit Is Given!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 28, 2013

The Holy Spirit is Given! at Pentecost - (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Day of Pentecost (vs 1a) (2). The Believers Together (vs 1b) (3). The Coming of the Spirit (vs 2-4) (4). The Reaction of the Crowd (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: One stormy night an elderly couple entered the lobby of a small hotel and asked for a room: • The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

The Sword Of The Spirit

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 5, 2011

one more piece of spiritual armor that gives you all the authority – all the power – all the protection you will ever need in the battles you are going to encounter in this life.

“The Sword of the Spirit” Eph. 6:17 March 7, 2010 OPEN: Ill – being invited to speak at a church. I had never been to the area before and arrived just a little early so that we might get a feel for the layout of the land and what the area was like. We decided to take a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Purpose Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 20, 2009

Teaches the real purpose of the Holy Spirit and how to recieve Him

“The REAL Purpose of the Holy Spirit” July 26, 2009 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Holiness

Empowered By God's Spirit 2 Timothy 1:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 28, 2024

2 Timothy 1:7 declares, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline" (NLT). Let us uncover the depth of this verse and how it shapes our lives as believers.

Empowered by God's Spirit Introduction: Today we gather to delve into the transformative power of God's truth, focusing on 2 Timothy 1:7 which declares, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline" (NLT). Let us uncover the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Acts 1:8, 1 John 4:18, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit Empowered Witness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

This sermon explores our calling to bear witness to Christ's truth, guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit, and the transformative power this brings.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. We find ourselves gathered here today in the warm embrace of our shared belief, a sacred bond that unites us all. As we come together in the spirit of love, unity, and the pursuit of divine truth, we are reminded of the great commission that is entrusted to us ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27

Topics: Witnessing, Sharing, Gospel

Pentecost: The Great Transfer

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 16, 2024

During the 40 days of teaching before the Ascension Jesus was preparing the disciples to listen to His voice by the power of the Holy Spirit verses in their past when the listened to the voice of Jesus while he was physically in their presence. Pentecost is transference.

In Jesus Holy Name May 19, 2024 Text: John 14:26 & 15:26 Pentecost Redeemer “Pentecost: The Great Transfer” After His resurrection Jesus spent 40 days visiting His disciples. He showed up ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, John 15:26

Denomination: Lutheran

Holy Wind, Holy Fire, Holy Spirit!

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jun 9, 2011

What does the Holy Spirit have to do with my life? The Spirit is power, and presence, and peace, and purpose.

If you all remember last week, we celebrated Ascension Sunday. And as part of that, we talked about Jesus’ ascension promise to the disciples, that they would “be clothed with power from on high.” As you may remember, this “power from on high” that Jesus is referring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

A Prayer Partner Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 2 - A Prayer Partner I. Introduction If you have ever been in a blazing hot parking lot with an undone clothes hanger clutched in your hands as you try to pull up the lock on a car door that is locked with your keys laying on the seat of the car, then you will whole heartedly agree ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Encounter With God

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on Jan 20, 2013

We can have a supernatural encounter with God

An Encounter With God Text Acts 2:1-4 When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3Then there appeared to them divided ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God