Spirit Filled
In the Bible, being "Spirit-filled" refers to the experience of being empowered and influenced by the Holy Spirit. This concept is particularly emphasized in the New Testament, where the Holy Spirit is depicted as a divine presence that guides, empowers, and transforms believers. For instance, in Acts 2, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost enables the apostles to speak in different languages and boldly proclaim the gospel (Acts 2:4). This initial filling marks the beginning of the Church’s mission empowered by the Spirit.The Apostle Paul elaborates on this concept in Ephesians 5:18, where he instructs believers to "be filled with the Spirit." This filling is not a one-time event but an ongoing process of surrendering to the Holy Spirit, resulting in a life characterized by love, joy, peace, and other fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). Being Spirit-filled also entails spiritual gifts, as noted in 1 Corinthians 12, where the Holy Spirit distributes various gifts to believers for the edification of the Church. Overall, to be Spirit-filled is to live in conscious dependence on the Holy Spirit, allowing His presence to shape one’s thoughts, actions, and relationships in alignment with God’s will.
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Marks of a Spirit Filled Church - Part 2
By A.W. Tozer3.7K19:54PSA 29:4MAT 6:33MAT 22:39JHN 10:27ROM 12:2EPH 4:321JN 1:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a positive influence in the neighborhood. He believes that by living a godly life and having spirit-filled churches, the crime rate can be reduced. The preacher also expresses his ambition to worship the Lord in holiness and to hear the voice of the shepherd. He concludes by stating that worship is more powerful and joyful than any form of entertainment, and that the church should prioritize worship.
Walking in the Spirit - Part 3
By Bruce Wilkinson1.3K1:53:04ACT 7:51EPH 4:26In this sermon, the speaker begins by praying for guidance and asking for the joy of the Lord to be their strength. They then encourage the audience to take out their Bibles and sing a chorus together. The speaker shares a personal story about a financial commitment they made and how they were unable to fulfill it. They emphasize the importance of integrity and trusting in God's provision. The sermon also touches on the idea of focusing on one truth while not neglecting other truths in the Bible. The speaker concludes by leading the audience in singing a chorus and expressing their love for the Lord.
So Great Salvation: Five Fold Ministry of the Spirit Filled Believer
By Paris Reidhead13346:23MAT 28:18LUK 10:1ACT 1:8EPH 4:11EPH 4:27In this sermon, Tommy shares a powerful story of his encounter with a witch doctor in a village. The witch doctor threatened Tommy and his group, but Tommy stood firm in his faith and preached the gospel to the villagers for three hours. The next morning, over four hundred people showed up at Tommy's house, eager to hear more about Jesus. Tommy then shares how the Church of Jesus Christ in that village grew from twelve to fifteen hundred in just six weeks. The sermon emphasizes the power of the gospel and the importance of sharing it with others.
Walking in the Spirit - Part 1
By Bruce Wilkinson2.1K1:09:09JHN 16:7ACT 13:2EPH 5:18In this sermon, the speaker addresses the lack of understanding among seminary students on how to know the will of God and live a spiritual life. He emphasizes the importance of not just knowing the doctrines of the Bible, but also knowing how to apply them in daily life. The speaker highlights seven things that the Bible says the Holy Spirit will do in the life of a believer. He challenges the audience to examine their own spiritual lives and consider the impact the Holy Spirit has had on them.
Walking in the Spirit - Part 4
By Bruce Wilkinson1.3K1:08:57EZK 36:26MAT 6:33JHN 7:39ROM 8:9GAL 5:16In the video, the speaker reflects on his experiences during the week, starting with an unbelievable day in Phoenix. He then discusses the need to establish healthy habits and avoid excessive television consumption. The speaker also shares his method of keeping track of spiritual disciplines, such as reading scripture and praying. He introduces various resources, including a book called "Family Walk" for parents, a compilation of teaching articles, and a textbook on the seven laws of a teacher.
On Being Filled With the Spirit
By Paris Reidhead1.2K1:00:31EPH 5:18In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being filled with the fullness of God. He explains that simply memorizing and reciting scripture is not enough, but rather we should seek the spirit of wisdom and revelation to truly understand its meaning. The speaker uses the analogy of a wedding ceremony to illustrate the absurdity of receiving God's fullness and then going on separate paths. He shares a dream in which a bowl represents the heart, and various objects symbolize important aspects of life. The dream reveals the need to surrender these things to God and seek His guidance in prioritizing them. The speaker acknowledges the common experience of fluctuating between spiritual highs and lows, but encourages listeners not to feel discouraged and to continue seeking God's fullness.
Walking in the Spirit - Part 2
By Bruce Wilkinson1.4K1:27:23LUK 4:1ACT 2:38In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit. He refers to the events of Acts chapter 2, where the disciples were filled with the Spirit on the day of Pentecost. The speaker also highlights Jesus as the primary example of being filled with the Spirit, stating that the Spirit was in Him, led Him, filled Him, and anointed Him for ministry. He encourages the audience to believe that the Spirit can work in and through them as well. The sermon concludes with a reference to Luke chapter 24, where Jesus opens the disciples' understanding of the Scriptures and commissions them to go and preach the Gospel.
Marks of a Spirit Filled Church - Part 1
By A.W. Tozer4.3K21:05MAT 6:33ACT 2:1ACT 2:32ACT 2:36ACT 2:42EPH 4:4In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the church being useful to the community. He dismisses the notion that the church is a parasite and believes that it should make a positive impact on society. The preacher also discusses the marks of a spirit-filled church, stating that a spiritual church can be distinguished from the world. He references the story of Pentecost in the Bible, where the Holy Spirit filled the disciples and enabled them to speak in different languages. The preacher encourages the church to be a witness to powers beyond the earthly and human, relying on the power of the Holy Spirit.
Crisis of the Spirit Filled Life
By Paris Reidhead1.9K34:25MAT 6:33EPH 1:4PHP 3:8COL 2:161JN 1:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that being filled with the Spirit brings joy, freedom, and liberty to the Christian life. He criticizes the misconception that being filled with the Spirit leads to bondage, explaining that it is actually meant to bring believers into a deeper relationship with God. The preacher highlights the importance of having a pure heart and a desire to please God in order to experience the fullness of the Spirit. He also emphasizes that loving God with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength enables us to do anything we want, as our desire will be aligned with pleasing God.