Sermons on The Spirits Encouragement:

How To Give Courage To Others – Encouragement Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 22, 2008

This sermon looks at three ways to give encouragement. 1. With your WORDS. 2. With your ACTIONS. 3. With your ATTITUDE.

How To Give Courage to Others – Encouragement I heard another preacher speaking about encouragement a few months ago – and it really impressed me. The way that he defined encouragement was: “to add courage to”. He said, “A person who gives words of encouragement is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 21, 2020

You Are Not Alone

Daily word of encouragement: We need to be constantly reminded of a few things: 1. GOD is still,on the throne 2. We are a people of strength, resiliency and adaptability 3. We are at our best when we are in unity with God and with each other. It is so easy and maybe inviting to just shut oneself ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouragement When Sharing The Gospel Goes Poorly Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 9, 2018

Some hopeful words for those struggling with the rejection that sometimes happens when we witness for Christ.

AN INEVITABLE CHALLENGE: Ministry is uncertain. - 2 Corinthians 2:12-13. - We don’t know all the details, but these verses indicate some good and some bad. A HOPEFUL TRUTH: The Kingdom is always advancing. - 2 Corinthians 2:14a – “But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Stressed? Finding Encouragement In The Storm. Acts 27

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 24, 2024

A message of encouragement during the trying times we are living in.

Good morning, everyone! Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Messages Of Encouragement #2: Strength To The Weary

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 15, 2022

In Isaiah's day Judah was invaded by Assyria, threatened by Babylon and ridden with sin. And yet, Isaiah offers a wonderful message of encouragement: 'they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles.' How is that possible?

Last week we started a series on ‘Great Messages of Encouragement’ in Scripture. Today we’re going to look at a great message of encouragement in Isaiah. It’s at the end of Isaiah 40. Isaiah writes: “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts Of The Spirit 5- Propecy & Discernment Of Spirits Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 17, 2004

1) The three sources (of revelation) 2) The three standards (against which to measure it) 3) The three stages (at which error can creep in: revelation, interpretation, application)

Gifts of the Spirit 5- ¡§To another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits¡¨ 1 Cor 12:10 WBC 19/9/4 pm - How can I become more discerning about what is from God and what isn¡¦t? - How can I be wise about mistakes made in the prophetic yet completely open to what God might be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction Continued - The Spirit’s Energizing Of The Existence. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010

The real source of energy behind the universe.

Intro: 1. The scientists were all excited about what is called "dark energy" but lately articles have brought the idea into doubt. One such article notes: "It was only a few years ago that astronomers shook up current models of the Universe with the theory of dark energy; which says ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Human Spirit Fails, But The Holy Spirit Prevails

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 24, 2010

Where are you on the line between optimism and pessimism? What is the right balance? Let's see what we learn from the tower of Babel. A. The human spirit triumphs. Not! B. Like at Babel, so still today C. The Holy Spirit centers us on Jesus and his cross

Text: Genesis 11:1-9 Theme: The Human Spirit Fails, But the Holy Spirit Prevails A. The human spirit triumphs. Not! B. Like at Babel, so still today C. The Holy Spirit centers us on Jesus and his cross Season: Pentecost - c Date: May 23, 2010 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Your Spirit ? (Defeating The Jezebel Spirit)

Contributed by Tamela Walker on Aug 30, 2017

In this message we must understand that we are in a Spiritual Warfare that is trying to destroy the House of God. And in this spiritual fight we have to use the gift of discernment. There are 3 questions in this message that need to addressed.

What Is Your Spirit? Defeating the Spirit of Jezebel Church let me ask a few questions this morning. Do you remember your first love? Do you remember how our mind was always on that special one? Do you remember how you could not sleep without saying goodnight my love? Do you remember how your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Led By The Spirit Of God Or The Spirit Of The World? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 24, 2023

Brothers and sisters, if you are in Christ today, if you are born a second time, a new being, with the Sacred Spirit within you, and it’s really real, then you are closer to me than my own flesh and blood family. We are family by the Spirit of God.

As believers in Jesus we are his representative body on the Earth. We are the body of Christ. This means Jesus does his work through us, as we are led by Him. That’s something I think we need to emphasize more and more, being led by God’s Spirit practically on a daily basis. Are you led by the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-35, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Salvation Army

How To Maintain The Holy Spirit’s Presence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 24, 2025

The presence of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life is precious, but it must be cultivated, honoured, and maintained through obedience, holiness, and fellowship with God.

HOW TO MAINTAIN THE HOLY SPIRIT’S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:30 Key Verse: “And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.” (Ephesians 4:30, KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 51:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, John 14:16-17, Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Criticism Not Handled Properly Can Be An Evil Thing Indeed.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 23, 2016

The wrong type of criticism can lead to all sorts of problems. This we must be aware, so that we can handle those who would put us down; criticism to them being a weapon.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 30th September 2012; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 Psalm 12 James 5:13-20 Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Episcopal

You Can Be Healed: Spirit, Mind, And Body

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Mar 19, 2015

In Matthew 9, Jesus says three things to the paralyzed man. Be encouraged, your sins are forgiven, and get up and walk. This is a crusade sermon that I often preach overseas to thousands of people at a time. It is simple, but powerful.

A. The Story (Matthew 9:2-8; Mark 2:1-12) 1. Once there was a paralyzed man who could not move his hands or his feet. 2. He had four friends who decided to bring him to Jesus. 3. When they arrived at the house where Jesus was teaching, they were prevented from entering because many religious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:2-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Acquiring The Fire Of God

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 15, 2009

Where is the Fire of the Holy Ghost Spirit of God in the chruch? What causes it to be gone? And Where is it?

“Acquiring the Fire of God” Proverbs 26:20-21 Jeremiah 20:9 KJV Introduction: The word fire has the definition of; 1. To purify 2. Rapid combustion in which a substance ignites and burns, producing heat, light and flame. 1) WHAT CAUSES THE FIRE TO GO OUT IN OUR LIVES A. Lack of prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Weapons For Offense

Contributed by Steve Smith on Mar 30, 2010

After encouraging believers with different defensive weapons for "spiritual warfare", Paul gives two weapons that together give the believer weapons for "hand to hand" combat. Both however, only work through the power and connection of the Spirit.

A. Quote: Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones wrote this about our spiritual battle: A man who does not understand the nature of the problem he is confronting is a man who is already doomed to failure. Christian people are like first-year college students—they think at first that every subject is quite ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17-18, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist