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John Hames
John Hames
76 Sermons
John Hames (1880-1945) was an American holiness preacher associated with the Pentecostal movement. His rural revival ministry emphasized repentance and the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Sermons 76

Galatians 5:22 Christian Living

John Hames preaches on the importance of adorning our lives with Christian graces as outlined in Colossians 3:1-13. He emphasizes the need for believers to not only be saved and sanctified b…

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Psalm 34:14 Christian Joy

John Hames preaches on the profound joy and peace found in the book of Philippians. He emphasizes the command to 'Rejoice in the Lord always,' highlighting that true joy springs from a pure …

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Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches about the sanctification of the body as a temple for the Holy Ghost, emphasizing the need to cleanse and dedicate every part of our being to God. He discusses the errors …

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Romans 12:2 Sanctification

John Hames delves into the concept of Sanctification as it relates to our threefold nature - the spirit, soul, and body. He emphasizes the importance of bringing our affections under the con…

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Daniel 1:8 Sanctification

John Hames preaches on the trinity of man, consisting of spirit, soul, and body, emphasizing the importance of sanctification in all three areas to be blameless before the coming of the Lord…

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2 Peter 1:11 Christian Character

John Hames delivers a powerful sermon based on 2 Peter 1:3, 11, urging believers to not be content with their current spiritual state but to enrich their sanctified lives with heavenly grace…

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Exodus 25:9 Prayer Guidance

John Hames preaches on the importance of seeking God's plan for our lives, drawing parallels between Moses receiving the vision of the tabernacle on Mount Sinai and believers receiving divin…

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Psalm 141:5 Christian Discipline

John Hames preaches on the importance of receiving reproof with humility and gratitude, highlighting how reproof is a valuable tool in the Christian's journey towards holiness. He emphasizes…

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Joshua 1:8 Morning Devotions

John Hames emphasizes the importance of starting the day with God through prayer, meditation, and reading the Bible to receive grace and strength to face the challenges of the day. He warns …

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Psalm 50:23 Christian Living

John Hames emphasizes the importance of regulating one's conversation in alignment with biblical standards, focusing on the power of controlling one's words and maintaining a spirit of quiet…

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Luke 10:42 Surrender To God

John Hames preaches on the contrasting lives of Martha and Mary in Bethany, illustrating the difference between a life of worry and anxiety versus a sanctified life of devotion and surrender…

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Proverbs 13:15 Christian Witness

John Hames preaches on the importance of not allowing our good deeds to be spoken of as evil, emphasizing that even Jesus Christ faced criticism despite His purity. He highlights common ways…

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1 Samuel 15:9 Sanctification

John Hames delves into the story of Saul sparing Agag as a symbol of sparing carnality in our lives. He highlights how modern holiness seekers spare Agag by not fully committing to a life of…

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Galatians 1:16 Inner Transformation

John Hames preaches on the profound experience of having Christ enthroned within the human heart, emphasizing the mystery of Christ formed within believers as the hope of glory. He delves in…

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Ecclesiastes 12:14 Moral Conscience

John Hames preaches on the importance of conscience, record, and judgment as highlighted in Acts 24:16, St. John 19:22, and Ecclesiastes 12:14. He emphasizes how conscience, as the voice of …

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Proverbs 29:1 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the powerful sermon by Stephen in Acts 7:51, highlighting Stephen's courage to stand up for his God-given convictions and his ability to stir the devil while remain…

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John 3:7 New Birth

John Hames emphasizes the importance of obtaining a clear, definite witness from God that our sins are forgiven and under the blood, highlighting the necessity of the 'New Birth' experience.…

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Psalm 104:16 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches on how the righteous shall flourish like the palm tree, drawing parallels between the characteristics of the palm tree and the Spirit-filled believer. He emphasizes the i…

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Genesis 31:30 Spiritual Renewal

John Hames preaches on the importance of returning to our spiritual 'Bethel' when we find ourselves straying away from God's path. Using Jacob's experience as an example, he highlights the d…

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Proverbs 4:23 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the importance of not grieving the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the need to obey His gentle impressions and allow Him to work in our lives to fulfill God's purpose. He …

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Job 28:7 Christian Joy

John Hames preaches about the hidden joys that believers experience as they overcome challenges and obstacles in their faith journey. These hidden joys include the assurance of forgiveness a…

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Jeremiah 1:17 Spiritual Calling

John Hames delivers a sermon on discerning one's calling to the work of the Lord, emphasizing signs such as a prominent thought of the work, a compelling drawing of the Spirit, a testimony t…

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Matthew 6:7 Spiritual Freedom

John Hames emphasizes the importance of maintaining freedom and joy in the Spirit to fully enjoy religious services, despite Satan's attempts to hinder believers. He encourages believers to …

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1 Samuel 3:9 Spiritual Growth

John Hames emphasizes the importance of listening to strong sermons without losing confidence or becoming discouraged. He highlights how inexperienced converts may struggle to accept truth a…

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Exodus 23:2 Christian Living

John Hames emphasizes the importance of avoiding doubtful practices and conduct, as they can lead to sin and separation from God. He warns against engaging in activities or going to places t…

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2 Timothy 1:6 Spiritual Gifts

John Hames delivers a sermon on the parable of the talents, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and utilizing the God-given talents and inspirations bestowed upon Christians. He highli…

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Psalm 23:3 Holy Spirit

John Hames emphasizes the importance of being led by the Holy Spirit, who guides believers through gentle whispers, inward restraints, and burdens to communicate His will. He explains that t…

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Psalm 15:2 Christian Character

John Hames delivers a powerful sermon on the characteristics of a true Christian, emphasizing the importance of genuineness, uprightness, and sincerity in a world filled with dishonesty and …

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Acts 22:3 Spiritual Conversion

John Hames preaches on the powerful conversion of Saul to Paul, highlighting the profound impact of experiential religion and the necessity of a genuine change of heart even for the morally …

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Acts 2:4 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the transformative power of Pentecost in the lives of the disciples, emphasizing how they were elevated into the supernatural realm, gaining deep insights into spiritu…

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Matthew 13:20 Spiritual Growth

John Hames emphasizes the importance of being planted in the right environment after conversion, drawing parallels between sowing grain in proper soil and individuals getting converted in co…

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Matthew 4:1 Spiritual Warfare

John Hames preaches about the reality of spiritual warfare and how Satan targets newly converted souls, seeking to bring doubt, comparison, false expectations, and discouragement to hinder t…

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Matthew 12:36 Faith And Obedience

John Hames preaches about the importance of faith, trust, and obedience in God's word, emphasizing the accountability we have for our words and actions on the day of judgment. He challenges …

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Romans 8:28 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches about the three things God desires of His children: growth in grace, the planting of Christ's graces in our hearts, and happiness and success through God's provisions. He…

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Joshua 5:12 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches on the importance of spiritual growth and maturity, highlighting the dangers of remaining in a state of spiritual babyhood, where believers are dull of hearing, lack prog…

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Psalm 139:1 False Professions

John Hames preaches about the various disappointments at the judgment day, emphasizing that many will be shocked to hear Jesus say 'I never knew you' due to their false professions and lack …

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Romans 12:2 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches on the importance of soul progress and maturity after sanctification, urging Christians to continually develop and add to the Christian graces already within them. The se…

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Genesis 2:16 Christian Growth

John Hames preaches on the valuable lessons we can learn from trees as divine creations, highlighting their instructive nature, dependence on unseen sources, resilience to weather changes, a…

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Proverbs 17:17 Faith And Hope

John Hames preaches about finding springs in the desert of life, symbolizing faith, hope, joy, love, friendship, contentment, and prayer as sources of life, happiness, and peace amidst chall…

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Matthew 16:24 The Cross

John Hames preaches on the importance of taking up our cross daily as a Christian duty, which involves going against our natural desires and embracing tasks that may seem burdensome or uncom…

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Luke 24:49 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the five beautiful emblems of the Holy Spirit: wind, water, fire, dove, and oil, each representing different aspects of the Spirit's work in believers. The Holy Spi…

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Isaiah 1:18 Salvation Through Faith

John Hames preaches about the significance of faith in the precious blood of Jesus Christ as the foundation of our religious faith and character. He emphasizes that salvation hinges on our a…

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Exodus 24:8 New Covenant

John Hames preaches on the powerful contrasts highlighted in Hebrews 12:24, focusing on the Pentecost at Mount Sinai versus the Pentecost at Mount Zion where believers were filled with the H…

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Psalm 126:5 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the manifestation of the Spirit given to believers for their benefit, highlighting the transition from joy and ecstasy to soul-burden that can confuse new converts.…

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Proverbs 3:11 Gods Discipline

John Hames preaches on the importance of not despising the chastening of the Lord, drawing parallels between earthly parents correcting their children and God's discipline of His children. H…

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1 Corinthians 12:3 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the role of the Comforter, introduced by Christ before His departure, who reveals and protects the divinity of Jesus, making Him a living reality to believers. The …

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1 Samuel 15:23 Obedience To God

John Hames emphasizes the importance of obedience in the Christian walk, highlighting how disobedience can lead to destruction and separation from God. He warns that past obedience does not …

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Proverbs 13:20 Spiritual Warfare

John Hames emphasizes the importance of avoiding fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, highlighting how worldly influences and carnal associates can lead believers astray more th…

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2 Kings 2:9 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the story of Elisha seeking a double portion of Elijah's spirit, drawing parallels to believers seeking the fullness of the Holy Spirit for holiness. The conditions fo…

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Psalm 34:15 Gods Character

John Hames delivers a sermon on the attentive, patient, and universal ear of God, emphasizing that His ears are always open to the cries of the righteous. Hames explores the comforting truth…

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James 4:7 Spiritual Warfare

John Hames preaches on the importance of putting on the whole armor of God to withstand the challenges and temptations of life, comparing it to a journey with hills, valleys, and obstacles a…

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Psalm 51:10 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the significance of the anointing oil in the Bible, symbolizing the Holy Spirit's various operations in a believer's life. The ingredients of the holy ointment represe…

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John 1:32 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches about the emblems of the Holy Spirit found throughout the Scriptures, such as the gentle dove, the gentle dew, and the still small voice. He highlights how the Holy Spiri…

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Psalm 119:105 Christian Living

John Hames preaches on the spiritual race of the Christian life, drawing parallels to an Olympic race where believers are called to run with patience, laying aside every weight and the inbre…

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John 14:26 Holy Spirit

John Hames emphasizes the crucial role of the Holy Ghost in preserving sound doctrine and revealing the true nature of Jesus. Without the Holy Spirit, individuals, regardless of their educat…

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Numbers 17:8 New Covenant

John Hames preaches about the significance of the holy of holies, drawing parallels between the ark of the covenant and a sanctified heart where God's laws are written, transforming duty int…

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Exodus 34:29 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the significance of the tabernacle's two apartments, representing the two works of grace, and the articles within the holy place - the seven-pronged candlestick, table…

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Colossians 3:15 Heavenly Boldness

John Hames preaches on the importance of boldly entering into the holiest through the blood of Jesus, emphasizing the heavenly boldness and supernatural courage that comes with the blessing …

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Exodus 34:29 Childlike Faith

John Hames preaches on the importance of having a childlike spirit in order to enter the kingdom of heaven, emphasizing characteristics such as honesty, teachability, charity, tenderness, tr…

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Proverbs 14:30 Christian Love

John Hames preaches on the importance of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13, emphasizing the 'nots' that love embodies. Envy is highlighted as a destructive force that eats away at the pu…

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Romans 8:28 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches about the spiritual progress of a growing saint, likening it to a vessel navigating the deep sea, depending less on emotions and more on the inward hidden life as faith m…

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Exodus 3:21 Divine Promises

John Hames preaches on the powerful promise God made to Moses, 'And He said certainly I will be with thee' (Exodus 3:21), emphasizing the significance of divine promises in our lives. Specia…

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Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the significance of the sunrise blessing in the sanctified life, drawing from the story of Jacob at Peniel. The sunrise experience symbolizes the warm, comforting pres…

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Revelation 8:3 Prayer Life

John Hames preaches on the significance of the altar of incense in the tabernacle, symbolizing prayer as a sweet fragrance rising to God, representing Christ's intercession for us and our in…

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Genesis 4:4 Tabernacle Theology

John Hames preaches on the deeply spiritual truths taught in connection with the tabernacle, highlighting its significance as a type of Christ and its fulfillment in His saints. Believers wh…

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Psalm 55:17 Secret Prayer

John Hames emphasizes the importance of secret prayer in the Christian life, highlighting how Satan fiercely opposes this phase of devotion and uses various methods to hinder believers from …

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Joshua 5:12 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches on the importance of progressing from spiritual babyhood to Christian Perfection, as outlined in the letter to the Hebrews. He emphasizes the need to move from a state of…

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Proverbs 15:1 Effective Evangelism

John Hames emphasizes the importance of wisdom and tact in sharing the message of Christ, cautioning against being overzealous and driving souls away rather than drawing them to Christ. He s…

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Proverbs 4:23 Spiritual Growth

John Hames warns the congregation about the deceptive tactics of Satan, particularly focusing on how untimely matrimony can be a tool used to hinder the spiritual growth of young converts. H…

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Psalm 119:105 Faith And Obedience

John Hames preaches on the importance of walking by faith, not by sight, emphasizing the need to remain faithful and obedient to God even when joy is lacking or when clear direction is not r…

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Leviticus 19:16 Divine Judgment

John Hames preaches about the downfall of King Belshazzar in Babylon, emphasizing the divine judgment that came upon him for his arrogance and desecration of sacred vessels. The sermon delve…

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Psalm 139:23 Spiritual Freedom

John Hames preaches about the importance of self-examination and repentance to remove spiritual hindrances that bind us, leading to a lack of joy and power in our Christian walk. He emphasiz…

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Matthew 5:11 Persecution

John Hames preaches on the inevitability of persecution for those who choose to live godly in Christ Jesus, tracing the history of persecution from Abel to the present day. He highlights fiv…

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Matthew 5:48 Holy Spirit

John Hames preaches on the importance of not stopping at conversion but striving for perfection in Christ, which includes seeking holiness, entire sanctification, and the baptism of the Holy…

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Exodus 12:13 The Blood

John Hames preaches on the significance of the blood in the Old Testament, emphasizing its role in cleansing the soul and symbolizing the deliverance of God's people. The Passover Lamb's sac…

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Matthew 13:8 Spiritual Growth

John Hames preaches on the parable of the sower, emphasizing the importance of having a willing and responsive heart like good soil that produces varying amounts of fruit. He delves into the…

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