This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit with a sincere heart, surrendering all areas of our lives to God, and being open to His transformative work. It highlights the need to yield every room in our hearts to Jesus, seek Him earnestly, and believe in His eagerness to fill us with His Spirit. The speaker encourages a deep commitment to Christ's lordship, a continuous walk with God, and a hunger for a consistent life filled with the Holy Spirit.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing a book he read about an evangelist who preached to large crowds but allowed immorality and sin to destroy him. He then references the story of King Saul from the Bible, who started off as a great man of God but fell into disobedience. The preacher emphasizes the importance of not grieving or resisting the Holy Spirit, as it hinders our ability to walk with God. He concludes by warning against tempting the Spirit of the Lord and encourages the audience to surrender every aspect of their lives to God's ownership.

This sermon delves into the truth about prophecy, exploring the characteristics of prophets in the Old Testament and the importance of discerning true prophets from false ones. It emphasizes the need for a deep connection with God, a simple lifestyle, and a focus on holiness and repentance. The sermon also touches on the significance of music in prophesying and the dangers of false prophets seeking personal gain. It concludes with a reminder of God's predestined plan for each individual and the importance of being vigilant against deception.

This sermon emphasizes two important lessons for Christians: the need to recognize that without Christ, we can do nothing of eternal value, and the assurance that with Christ, we can accomplish everything God has planned for our lives. It challenges believers to seek to be filled with the Holy Spirit to live a life that honors God, transform relationships, and fulfill God's purposes, even in seemingly impossible situations.

Denny Kenaston preaches on the Baptism of the Holy Ghost, emphasizing the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives. He reflects on the change in the apostles after Pentecost, highlighting how they were turned into different men, moving from the natural realm to the spiritual realm. Kenaston challenges the congregation to seek the anointing of the Holy Spirit to become holy people, filled with holy character, and to live lives that glorify God and build His kingdom on earth.

St. Cyril of Alexandria preaches about the necessity for believers to share in the divine nature of the Word by being transformed through the Holy Spirit to live a new life pleasing to God. The sending of the Spirit after Christ's departure was crucial for believers to be united with Him and grow in holiness, fortifying them against spiritual battles. Through examples from the Old and New Testaments, it is evident that the Spirit changes individuals, making them other-worldly in outlook and courageous in the face of adversity.

Chuck Smith explores the life of Saul, emphasizing how despite his physical advantages and opportunities to lead God's people, he ultimately played the fool by failing to submit fully to God. Saul's military pride, disobedience, and jealousy led him to make foolish decisions, including seeking counsel from a witch. The sermon teaches that true folly lies in resisting God's call and not yielding one's life completely to Him, as even those with great potential can fall into foolishness without divine guidance. Smith warns that pride and disobedience can lead to a life of regret and separation from God.

Chuck Smith discusses the significance of living a Spirit-filled life, emphasizing that while Saul had natural qualifications for kingship, it was the divine qualification of the Spirit of the Lord that truly empowered him. He outlines three key aspects: the ability to prophesy, the transformation into a new person, and the assurance of God's presence through the Spirit. Smith highlights that the Spirit not only inspires but also changes us to reflect Christ's image, providing comfort and strength in our weaknesses. Ultimately, the indwelling Spirit serves as God's assurance and pledge of our inheritance.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, highlighting that the Spirit of the Lord can come upon anyone, turning them into 'another man.' He explains that this privilege, once rare in the Old Testament, is now available to all through repentance and baptism. The sermon illustrates how the Spirit empowers individuals to prophesy, gain strength, wisdom, and perform miracles, ultimately leading to a profound change in nature and character. Smith reassures that with God's presence, believers can face trials with confidence, as God transforms weaknesses into strengths and failures into successes.

David Wilkerson emphasizes that destiny is God's ordained purpose for each individual, illustrated through the life of Saul, who was chosen by God to lead Israel but ultimately failed to fulfill his calling due to seeking human approval and making compromises. Despite being transformed and empowered by the Holy Spirit, Saul's desire for acceptance led him away from God's plan, resulting in shame and ruin. Wilkerson encourages believers to prioritize their relationship with Jesus, as a deep knowledge of Him and acceptance of His love is essential for walking in one's true destiny.