Sermons on Acts 17:24-30: showing 1-15 of 343

What's Your Struggle?

Contributed by Robert Rust on Oct 18, 2000

Our story this week takes us to the city of Philippi, a Roman colony within Macedonia.

Our story this week takes us to the city of Philippi, a Roman colony within Macedonia. Luke, who is the author of the Book of Acts tells us that Paul and some of his followers were evangelizing in the surrounding area when they become embroiled in a conflict that pits religious, economic and class ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Turn Or Burn Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 25, 2002

The significance of repentance is particularly important when we consider how we usually handle our weaknesses

OPEN: “Johnnie,” asked the kindergarten teacher, “is the world round?” “No, ma’am,” was the reply. “It isn’t!” Exclaimed the teacher. “Then I suppose it’s flat?” “No, ma’am.” “Well,” said the teacher with a smile, “if the world isn’t round and it isn’t flat, then what is it?” “My dad says it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Too Superstitious

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 1, 2002

An answer to life’s most important question

March 31, 2002 The longer Paul waited in Athens for Silas and Timothy, the angrier he got—all those idols! The city was a junkyard of idols. He discussed it with the Jews and other likeminded people at their meeting place. And every day he went out on the streets and talked with anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Communicate The Good News Effectively Series

Contributed by Everette Pafford on Apr 9, 2002

The early christians and early church were very effectively in the communication of the gospel. This series investigates the why and how of their effectiveness. Part 1 examines why Paul was so effective.

“How to communicate the good news effectively” One Sunday as they drove home from church, a little girl turned to her mother and said, "Mommy, there’s something about the preacher’s message this morning that I don’t understand." The mother said, "Oh? What is it?" The little girl replied, "Well, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-11, Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

One More Night With The Frogs

Contributed by David Parks on Apr 15, 2002

Evangelistic sermon on the folly of delay

ONE MORE NIGHT WITH THE FROGS TEXT: Exodus 8:1-15 INTRODUCTION: I. BACKGROUND. A. Joseph’s family had gone into Egypt because of famine. B. Several hundred years had passed, the Pharaoh that knew Joseph was dead. C. A new dynasty had enslaved the Israelites. D. God sent the plague of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:30-31, Exodus 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Right Or Wrong? - Do All Roads Lead To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 16, 2002

Is it impolite to tell people of other faiths that they are wrong?

OPEN: In one of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts comic strips, Linus and Charlie Brown are engaged in serious conversation. “I have a theological question,” says Linus, “When you die, and go to Heaven, are you graded on a percentage or on a curve?” “On a curve, naturally,” Charlie responds. Linus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Positive In A Negative World

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 19, 2002

When the Apostle Paul preached on Mars Hill in Athens he cemonstrated how to be positive in a negative world.

“Being Positive in a Negative World” Apostle Paul -A bridge builder not a builder of walls- Acts 17:16-34 When the Apostle Paul preached on Mars Hill in Athens Greece he demonstrated how to be positive in a negative world. When we look at all that is happening around the world, in our cities and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

E.t. And The Resurrection?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 4, 2002

Using E.T as an illustration to link children with the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ

Gunthorpe 05-05-02 Acts 17: 22-34 Paul the Apostle in Athens Story: I wonder how many of you have seen the film ET - that was first released 20 years ago (on 11th June 1982) and which has now just been re-released. For those who haven’t seen it – like me – the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Anglican

Getting The Message Out

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 6, 2002

What makes you uncomfortable as a Christian? God can use that to motivate you to spread the gospel! Look at Paul’s example here in Acts 17

Getting God’s Message Out. Acts 17:16-34 What do you do when you are surrounded by things that make you uncomfortable? When Paul came to Athens, he walked through town and was upset by all the idols that he saw there. Now just think about the different ways he could have responded to it. 1. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Into It!

Contributed by Mike Spain on Feb 25, 2002

Here is a message that is based from The 50 Day Spiritual Adventure "More Than Survivors". It’s has a bit of a postmodern feel to it, but with a strong challenge to get into the everyday world so many Christians are offended by.

INTRO: Here’s a question! Have you ever spoken with someone visiting from another country? What’s the one thing we always seem to ask a foreigner? “How do you like America?” And what’s the one thing they always seem to say in return? “I like America. America very good”, or whatever the variation of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-28, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communicating Christ Effectively

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 4, 2002

Paul had four qualities that enabled him to effectively communicate Christ which we also need.

COMMUNICATING CHRIST EFFECTIVELY Acts 17:16-34 INTRO.- ILL.- A stranger entered the church in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he whispered: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Unfolding Deck Chairs" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003

Discerning what God’s will and direction is for our lives.

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist June 30, 2002 “Unfolding Deck Chairs” Acts 17:22-34 INTRODUCTION: In a “Peanuts” strip, Charlie Brown and Lucy were discussing theology. Lucy said, “On the great cruise ship of life, some people take their deck chairs to the bow. And some people take their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Methodist

Worship Without Understaning

Contributed by Don Miller on Jun 14, 2001

Many times what we call worship is not God honoring and is actually misdirected. Genuine worship must be focused on God and who He is.

Acts 17:22-31 Worship Without Understanding Don W. Miller Friendly Hope Baptist Church, Jonesboro, AR June 10, 2001 am Question: Can we really worship what we don’t know or understand? Don’t answer too hastily. Think about it. - According to Jesus: The Samaritans were doing so, John 4:22. - ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31, John 4:22

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of Destiny

Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jun 14, 2001

Explores God’s perspective on the launching of a new church.

DATE: June 14, 1998 TEXT: Acts 17:24-31 THEME: "The God of Destiny" INTRODUCTION Background - Paul at Athens. BODY I. WHAT IS DESTINY A. Destine - to determine beforehand. B. Predestine - to limit or mark out beforehand; to design definitely beforehand. C. To be like Christ (v. 10-11) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-31

Denomination: Pentecostal