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In Search Of A Kingdom

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

based on 134 ratings

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We often seek kingdoms based on power, wealth, and fame; however, Christians should seek the kingdom of God, which is based on love.

"In Search Of A Kingdom" -Acts 1:1-12 Rev. A.L. Torrence Pastor of the Cross of Life Lutheran Church In our text, we see a group of Galileans searching for a kingdom and the power that goes along with it. They asked the question, "Lord is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Star Gazers Or Earth Shakers? Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

based on 124 ratings

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How do we spend our time, staring out hoping or moving forward and doing?

I remember several years ago rearranging my schedule to watch Tiger Woods in his attempt to win the Masters. I hurried home from the office at 3 for the afternoon coverage, turned on the television, and snow. We had paid the cable bill, so I knew that wasn’t the problem. So I called the cable ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Mission Of The Church

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 10, 2001

based on 215 ratings

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If we were going to compose a mission statement for our congregation, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX If we were going to compose a mission statement for Central Christian Church, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission? Well, let me suggest that the mission of the church is very simple. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Jesus Ascended To The Father, He Gave Gifts. Series

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 29, 2001

based on 54 ratings

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As Jesus ascended He gave us a promise, and the Apostle Paul reminds us of the hope, inheritance, and greatness of the promises of God.

THE Last Sunday IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, Ascension Sunday INTRODUCTION;;Luke-24: 44-53, ACTS 1:11 There are many days of the church year WE CELEBRATE, CHRISTMAS, EASTER, PENTECOST. YET, There are ALSO days of the church year the we fail to recognize, and these days and events reveal to us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

The Real Absence Of Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Pahls on Jun 6, 2001

based on 39 ratings

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Explores the tension in our lives generated by the absence of Christ after his Ascension. There is, however encouragement and hope for us, both in the "already" of our present salvation and in the "not yet" of the coming consummation at Christ’s Return.

The Real Absence of Christ Part #1 For Ascension and Pentecost 2001 Acts 1:1-11 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Shall Receive The Spirit (Acts 1, Pt 2) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003

based on 19 ratings

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The inerrant Scriptures teach that Holy Spirit has come upon the church, the renewed Israel, to empower the gospelizing of Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the remotest part of the earth.

Outline: The chapter breaks down into three sections. The Prologue of the Physician The Promise of Pentecost The Prophecy Passes 1. The Prologue of the Physician 1:1-3 Acts 1:1 The former account I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 until the day in which He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Having A Witnessing Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Nov 30, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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Sermon in the Sseries Let’s Be Jesus Friends

Series: Let’s Be Jesus Friends Sermon 2: Having a Witnessing Lifestyle Acts 1:1-26 The Great Commission applies to our lifestyle. We are a people are always on the go. The average family moves once every five years. We are also on the god on a day-to-day basis. We who know Jesus are citizens of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Revival (Lesson 1) Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003

based on 124 ratings

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Series: What Happens When the Church Prays?

“Every revival begins in a prayer meeting” –J. Edwin Orr “Whenever God intends great blessings for His people, He first sets them to praying” –Matthew Henry 1. The promise of revival: Acts 1:4-8. Predicted by John the Baptist. “You shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost, not many days from now” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Jesus Left, But He Left"

Contributed by Michael Walker on Feb 2, 2003

based on 14 ratings

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Though Jesus left earth, He left us to bring in His harvest. He left us His Word, His example, etc.

"Jesus Left, But He Left" - Acts 1:9 - 11 - Friend, I don’t know about you, but when I read God’s Word, I do my best to put myself right in the scene of what I am reading. And after reading, I really analyze just what I read and what the story was about. Have I told you that I really love ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Ready Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 8, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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Christ’s return is inevitable. We need to be ready for His return.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 1:1-11 TITLE: ‘GETTING READY” INTRODUCTION: A. A fresh graduate from Bible college was in the pulpit in his first church. He was extremely nervous because he was attempting to preach without ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ascension Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 28, 2004

based on 117 ratings

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We can’t treat Jesus like Socrates, Gandhi or Confucius. The Ascension is the final proof that we are dealing with more than a man. All the Bible says about who Jesus is makes little sense without the Ascension.

“I Believe”—sermon series on the Apostles Creed The Ascension>>Acts 1:6-11, Eph 1:20-23 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The Ascension means there can be no neutrality about Jesus. We cannot simply pick and choose from His teachings. We can’t treat him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Congregational

Don't Just Stand There Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 2, 2004

based on 91 ratings

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One of the greatest temptations for Christians is to "just stand around" and watch others do things for God. This sermon got a great response from many in the audience.

OPEN: Back in the 1800’s there was a group of believers known as the Millerites, who were led by a man named William Miller – a Baptist preacher who had predicted (in 1831) that about 12 years later - sometime between March of 1842 and March of 1843 - Jesus would come …. His announcement caught the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting For Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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As we wait for Jesus to return, let’s keep our eyes focussed on the ministry Jesus has given us, the ministry of sharing the gospel with others, of building his kingdom. Let’s continue to pray for the coming of his kingdom, to strategise about how to see

Today we begin a new series of sermons, looking at the first years of the Christian Church as they’re recorded for us in the book of Acts. We won’t cover the whole book this year, it’s far too long for that, but we will begin this year by looking at the first 11 chapters over the next few months. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Anglican

Christmas Is Coming Again

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 22, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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His first coming brought you liberation, His second coming is going to bring you transformation. His first coming brought heaven down to you; His second coming will bring you up to heaven.

Christmas Is Coming Again Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1 – 11 Introduction There is clear evidence that we are in the throes of the holiday season. It actually started the day after Thanksgiving. Someone even said that preparations where even being made after Halloween. Have you caught the fever ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Is Our Guest Room Prepared?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 29, 2003

based on 30 ratings

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The business of the in-between.

Acts 1:1-11 “Is Our Guest Room Prepared?” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One of the top priorities for people who are shopping for a home is to be sure that there is an extra bedroom… …a place where they can put an extra bed, nightstand, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

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