Sermons on The Role Of The Holy Spirit:

There Are No Magic Buttons

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 7, 2024

We must all be taken aside continually and taught more about the truth of Jesus and the Church.

Saturday of the Sixth Week of Easter 2024 Today’s Scripture from the Acts of the Apostles introduces someone new to the story of Paul’s time in Asia Minor. Paul is ministering in Galatia, up toward the Black Sea coast, while the scene shifts to Paul’s future destination, much farther south closer ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-28, Acts 18:23-28

Denomination: Catholic

"every Day Is Pentecost"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 14, 2024

A sermon about change in the church.

“Every Day is Pentecost” Acts 2:1-21 The Book of Acts is the story of the early Church and how it evolved. It’s an amazingly exciting adventure. And in it we get a very intriguing picture of a group of people—folks just like you and me—who are continually being changed and formed and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

You Are Here Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

Based on the hit song by Jeremy Camp and the small group study by Kyle Idleman and Jeremy Camp with the same title: I Still Believe.

I STILL BELIEVE: YOU ARE HERE 1 A. Romans 8:26 (READ) 1. We all have DATES that trigger MEMORIES for us. a. Some DATES you have circled on your calendar are sources of CELEBRATION and JOY— BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, FAMILY REUNIONS, GRADUATIONS. b. Other DATES embedded in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passions Or True Love? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 19, 2024

Crucifying the flesh with its harmful passions is crucial.

Tuesday of the Seventh Week in Course 2024 We worship today in the still strong light of Pentecost, and we are reminded by St. James “do you suppose it is in vain that the scripture says, ‘[God] yearns jealously over the spirit which he has made to dwell in us’"? Now the jealousy of God ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10, Galatians 5:19-24, Mark 9:30-37, John 8:44, Matthew 5:43-45  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Parable Of The 10 Virgins Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 19, 2024

The Parable of the 10 Virgins; 5 Wise, 5 Foolish

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins June 16, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD Matthew 25:1-13 For the last five days, we have spent the evenings here looking at the doctrines of Jesus' imminent return and the signs that are happening in the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

God’s Purpose For Our Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

Introduction: Most of us have attended a high school or college graduation at some time in our life.

The students who are graduating are told by the commencement speaker that they are preparing to enter the adult world, and that each and every one of them have talents and skills they can contribute to making this a better world in which to live. This is true, but if the commencement speaker was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

One Accord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

As a pastor I find this verse of scripture amazing. Why? Because this verse tells us two amazing things: the New Testament church was in ONE ACCORD in ONE PLACE.

Accomplishing either one of these would be marvelous, but to accomplish both is astounding. Illus: Occasionally, many churches have a “NO EXCUSE SUNDAY,” trying to get everyone to attend. Before this Sunday arrives, they send out newsletters from the church, stating: • Cots will be placed in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Learning My New Testament Trinitarian Names Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

When referring to the Godhead: Three eternal Persons, equal in nature, submissive in ministry.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Trinity. “Go and make disciples of all the nations (ethnic cultures), baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19, NLT). Note name is singular, yet three Persons. 2. Definition. “I am Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, John 3:3-7, Ephesians 2:4-7, John 7:37-39, Psalm 110:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Essence Of Jesus With Us

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 25, 2023

Jesus said we would have a helper so that we always pleased the LORD.

The Essence of Jesus with Us Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 14:15-24 John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. 16 “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; 17 that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Teachers, Reachers, Preachers And Bleachers

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 21, 2023

Although we will consider the individual spiritual gifts, I want us to examine a couple of other elements of these passages.

PURPOSE- Answering God’s call Key verses: Ephesians 4:11-13 11: And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists and some pastors and teachers. 12: for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, 13: till we all come to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Romans 12:4-8

The Seven Keys To Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 17, 2023

Learning to totally depend on the Lord is the second key to spiritual buoyancy.

The Seven Keys to Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Introduction Last week we began our journey into discovering the secrets of the apostle Paul's resilient spiritual life. We are calling them keys to spiritual buoyancy. Buoyancy is "the ability or tendency to float in water ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrating Pentecost

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 5, 2023

We celebrate Pentecost Sunday and the Birthday of the Church

Note: I would note that Loran Livingston had an influence of ideas in this message. I listened to his message on May 21 on Pentecost Sunday. Title: Bring them to Jesus Theme: It is important that we bring our prodigal children to Jesus and lay them at His feet. Text: Mark 9:17 - 19 Opening ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

"the Importance Of Humility" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"The Importance of Humility" Luke 14:7-14 Pastor John Bright Luke 14 7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: 8 “When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of honor, for a person more distinguished than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14, Genesis 3:5, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 3:34, Acts 10:25-28, Acts 10:34, Acts 11:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Promise You Need Series

Contributed by Justin Drozynski on Sep 13, 2024

You need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. It’s not a matter of if you want it

You need the Holy Spirit You need the Holy Spirit. He isn't a matter of do you want him, no God says you need the Holy Spirit whether you want him or not. If you want to walk the solid Christian Life, you're going to have to go after, and bring the Holy Spirit into living reality to your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Shavuot: The Feast Of Weeks (Pentecost)

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 1, 2024

Pentecost foreshadows that during the church age, a new phase in God’s program has emerged: Jewish and Gentile believers are united in one body through the Holy Spirit -- and God uses them to labor in His harvest field.

Shavuot: The Feast of Weeks (Pentecost) (Leviticus 23:15-23) 1. A Christian man and a Jewish man were debating which faith was best. The Jewish man argued, “We gave you the 10 Commandments.” The Christian responded, “Yes, but you can’t say we’ve kept them!” Many Christians are surprised to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:15-23, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible