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Acts
Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jan 6, 2024 (message contributor)
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1. O Theophilus
Contributed on Jan 6, 2024
As we embark on this new chapter in our lives I would like to examine the book of Acts.
“O Theophilus” Acts 1:1-3 As we embark on this new chapter in our lives I would like to examine the book of Acts. There are 28 chapters and I have no idea how long this will take. Our goal will not to rush through the book but rather to examine each week the Word of God to learn from it and to ...read more
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2. Wait For The Promise
Contributed on Jan 13, 2024
How hard is it to wait when you are so ready to receive that which you know to be a very special gift?
“Wait For The Promise” Acts 1:4-8 When Christine was very young the Christmas present she so wanted was a “Cabbage Patch Doll.” She spoke of it often and said how much she wanted that doll, and I told her that I was going to give her a box of rocks instead. Well I needed to keep my word so I took ...read more
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3. Messengers From God
Contributed on Feb 10, 2024
We live in a time where we are told much about Angels, and yet most that is spoken of today is false.
“Messengers From God” Acts 1:9-11 We live in a time where we are told much about Angels, and yet most that is spoken of today is false. We will not take weeks to study Angels but we will look at them today because our text brings us in contact with “Messengers” that are from God. Acts 1:9 “And ...read more
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4. Moving Forward
Contributed on Feb 17, 2024
We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now?
“Moving Forward” Acts 1:12-14 We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now? Wayne Logan (a preacher friend) said to me once, “I’m going to do what I know to do until I know what to do.” There are ...read more
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5. Church Business
Contributed on Mar 2, 2024
As we walk through the Book of Acts we hear Peter speaking about the subject of Judas Iscariot and had a business meeting
“Church Business” Acts 1:15-26 As we walk through the Book of Acts we hear Peter speaking about the subject of Judas Iscariot, who had betrayed Jesus and then went a hanged himself. Vs. 15 And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together ...read more
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6. The Uttermost Part
Contributed on Apr 12, 2024
I would like to ask a simple question; what does God want us to accomplish concerning the Gospel message?
“The Uttermost Part” Acts 2:5-12 As we sift through the Nations mentioned in Acts 2, I would like to ask a simple question; what does God want us to accomplish concerning the Gospel message? Since we have been saved what have we accomplished as a Child Of God? Some may say: I have straightened ...read more
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7. Pentecost
Contributed on Jul 6, 2024
Arriving now in chapter 2 we find ourselves in “Pentecost.”
“Pentecost” Acts 2:1-4 3-17-2024 AM Arriving now in chapter 2 we find ourselves in “Pentecost.” Acts 2:1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. Pentecost - The word “Pentecost” is a Greek word signifying the 50th part of a thing, or the 50th ...read more
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8. Power From God
Contributed on Jul 6, 2024
Following the question from the Disciples about the restoration of the Kingdom of Israel, and Jesus told them that time was about the Father and they had nothing to do with it.
“Power From God” Acts 1:8 Following the question from the Disciples about the restoration of the Kingdom of Israel, and Jesus told them that time was about the Father and they had nothing to do with it. Now we come to verse 8 and Jesus is telling us all; Vs. 8 “But ye shall receive power, ...read more
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9. God Is Not Done
Contributed on Jul 6, 2024
There is a question asked that the Disciples wanted to know the answer to
“God Is Not Done” Acts 1:4-8 The next verse there is a question asked that the Disciples wanted to know the answer to. Vs. 6 “When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? “Wilt thou at this time restore ...read more
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10. Hearken To My Words
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
Those that were in Jerusalem were hearing the Gospel message, but in their native or natural tongue.
Hearken To My Words” Acts 2:12-22 A great event is taking place in our text today. Those that were in Jerusalem were hearing the Gospel message, but in their native or natural tongue. In the last words of verse 11 “…we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God.” We ask; what ...read more
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11. Jesus Is Not Dead
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
As we continue through Acts; we are looking at the sermon from Peter and are on Point 2.
"Jesus Is Not Dead” Acts 2:22-28 As we continue through Acts; we are looking at the sermon from Peter and are on Point 2. Verses 14-16 is an introduction and testimony as to what is taking place with great power from God. Verses 17-22 is point 1 as Peter reminds them what Joel said: Joel ...read more
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12. King David The Prophet
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
We have been looking at the sermon from Peter on the day of Pentecost
“King David The Prophet” Acts 2:29-38 We have been looking at the sermon from Peter on the day of Pentecost Verses 14-16 is an introduction and testimony as to what is taking place with great power from God. Verses 17-22 is Point 1 as Peter reminds them what Joel said: Joel 2:28-32 Same words ...read more
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13. Stay Faithful
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
This is the first action after the filling of the Holy Spirit. The results seem to be profound and almost unbelievable, but not when God is involved.
“Stay Faithful” Acts 2:42-43 We finished last week the first known sermon after Jesus has ascended to sit on the right hand of the Father. This is also the first action after the filling of the Holy Spirit. The results seem to be profound and almost unbelievable, but not when God is involved. I ...read more
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14. A Time Of Prayer
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
How important is prayer in your life?
“A Time Of Prayer” Acts 3:1 We will just look at one verse today. How important is prayer in your life? Is it important enough to set time aside so that we may pray? Or is prayer just something we do when there is an urgent need like and accident, sickness, distress, or any on a number of ...read more
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15. At The Gate Beautiful
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
There is much said by commentaries about this text. Most agree that this is the first miracle following the ascension of Jesus to heaven; but I disagree.
“At The Gate Beautiful” Acts 3:2-8 There is much said by commentaries about this text. Most agree that this is the first miracle following the ascension of Jesus to heaven; but I disagree. I believe that the greatest miracle that can happen is not that the lame walk, or the blind see, or even ...read more
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16. When The Light Shines, Preach
Contributed on Jul 19, 2024
The point I am trying to make is very simple; God places His people in places for His glory.
“When The Light Shines, Preach” Acts 3:9-19 When Esther was placed as a queen a plot to destroy the Jews came to light. Her uncle said in Esther 4:14 “For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou ...read more
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17. Detained For Doing Right
Contributed on Aug 17, 2024
Are you ready to stand for right even if it means going to jail or prison?
“Detained For Doing Right” Acts 4:1-4 I have said many times, and I believe Scripture can back it; If you can see your enemy then you are seeing the wrong enemy. Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the ...read more
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18. The Head Of The Corner
Contributed on Aug 24, 2024
Just imagine Peter, John and now this healed man all detained. The reason; A man was healed without the permission of the leaders of the Temple.
“The Head Of The Corner” Acts 4:5-11 Just imagine Peter, John and now this healed man all detained. The reason; A man was healed without the permission of the leaders of the Temple. They spent the night in jail and I can only imagine what is going through their minds. Since we have no statements ...read more
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19. Bold For Christ
Contributed on Aug 30, 2024
What would it take for you to become bold for Christ? As we look at our text today I am leaning in the subject of being a witness for Christ.
“Bold For Christ” Acts 4:10-14 What would it take for you to become bold for Christ? As we look at our text today I am leaning in the subject of being a witness for Christ. On the morning of August 7, 1974, French acrobat Philippe Petit walked the more than 130 feet between the Twin Towers on a ...read more
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20. Do I Obey Those In Authority
Contributed on Sep 6, 2024
As we continue in our text we come upon a very relevant subject; do I obey those in authority? This is not an easy subject because the answer is yes and no.
“Do I Obey Those In Authority?” Acts 4:15-22 As we continue in our text we come upon a very relevant subject; do I obey those in authority? This is not an easy subject because the answer is yes and no. Romans 13 would be a great place to understand about obedience to those in authority; yet I ...read more
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21. When The Heathen Rage
Contributed on Sep 13, 2024
Life is always good, right??? What happens when you are persecuted for doing nothing wrong, but simply sharing with others what the Lord has done.
“When The Heathen Rage” Acts 4:23-31 Life is always good, right??? What happens when you are persecuted for doing nothing wrong, but simply sharing with others what the Lord has done. We have a great example before us to consider the next time you are sharing a testimony and others decide to ...read more
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22. One Heart And One Soul
Contributed on Sep 20, 2024
As we are looking at the New Testament Church in Jerusalem, I am intrigued with this simple statement in verse 32, “them that believed were of one heart and of one soul:” What would it take for us to be the same?
“One Heart And One Soul” Acts 4:32-37 As we are looking at the New Testament Church in Jerusalem, I am intrigued with this simple statement in verse 32, “them that believed were of one heart and of one soul:” What would it take for us to be the same? If you were to look on the internet, “Uniting ...read more
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23. Great Fear In The Church
Contributed on Sep 27, 2024
A lesson that shows us that the Lord is active with His children and it is not the amount but the motive that is important.
“Great Fear In The Church” Acts 5:1-11 I can’t say for anyone else but I pray often for a personal revival and a church wide revival. What is taking place in our verses today is the example of what the Lord has desired of His children; to draw us closer to Himself. A great bit of personal ...read more
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24. God Is In Control
Contributed on Oct 17, 2024
In uncertainty and chaotic times, it is so comforting to be reminded that God is in control. No matter what this present world may think or do; we draw strength knowing that the LORD really is involved in our lives.
“God Is In Control” Acts 5:16-25 In uncertainty and chaotic times, it is so comforting to be reminded that God is in control. No matter what this present world may think or do; we draw strength knowing that the LORD really is involved in our lives. Illustration: Jim Elliot, along with four of ...read more
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25. Know How To Act Not React
Contributed on Oct 26, 2024
What will you do IF or WHEN you are commanded not to speak about Jesus? This would seem to be a question that we would never have to answer; but with these days there may come a time when we, like the Apostles, will stand accused of preaching truth.
“Know How To Act Not React” Acts 5:26-42 What will you do IF or WHEN you are commanded not to speak about Jesus? This would seem to be a question that we would never have to answer; but with these days there may come a time when we, like the Apostles, will stand accused of preaching truth. We ...read more
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26. Multiplication And Division
Contributed on Nov 2, 2024
If one way will not slow them down or stop them, then Satan will use whatever he can.
“Multiplication And Division” Acts 6:1-7 If one way will not slow them down or stop them, then Satan will use whatever he can. In chapter 5 we saw the attempt to stop the work of God by threatening and beatings. Now we see another attempt by internal strife. I. An Observation Vs. 1 “And in ...read more
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27. Stephen, Full Of Faith And Power
Contributed on Nov 8, 2024
When you are falsely accused, be like Stephen.
“Stephen, Full Of Faith And Power” Acts 6:8-15 Introduction: I wish I could give you the book that I read; but I read some years ago about the words “Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death” that was said by Patrick Henry on March 23, 1776 was heard by Henry by a Baptist preacher who was fined for ...read more
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28. Heritage
Contributed on Nov 15, 2024
Do we know enough of our own history that we could, like Stephen, stand before a trial and explain why we believe in Jesus as our Saviour and how America is better because of the work of God?
“Heritage” Acts 7:1-54 How important is our heritage? Webster’s 1828 = Heritage, 1. Inheritance; an estate that passes from an ancestor to an heir by descent or course of law; that which is inherited. 2. In Scripture, the saints or people of God are called his heritage as being claimed by him, ...read more
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29. Stephen Finished Well
Contributed on Nov 22, 2024
what words will you hear when you stand before a Holy God?
“Stephen Finished Well” Acts 7:54-60 We have been told that the words that would be the blessing of a life time are; “Well done, good and faithful servant.” The most terrifying words; “Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels:” Both were words that ...read more
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30. Great Persecution
Contributed on Dec 4, 2024
It has been said; “You are either in a trial, coming out of a trial or getting ready to return into a trial.”
“Great Persecution” Acts 8:1-4 It has been said; “You are either in a trial, coming out of a trial or getting ready to return into a trial.” We are reminded by Jesus that trials are part of our lives. Matthew 7:24-27 “Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will ...read more