SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Acts 1:12:

showing 1-15 of 214
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Clear Scripture Filters

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Owen Bourgaize avatar

    The Ascension Of Our Lord Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 630 ratings
     | 143,938 views

    Seeks to expound the Ascension in its Historical, Spiritual and Practical context

    THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST If you had looked at your diary last Thursday (that would have been six weeks after Easter) you might have seen the heading "Ascension Day", but then it might not be there because Ascension Day is one of the neglected feast days of the Christian church. That ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    Preparing To Recieve The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 117 ratings
     | 34,700 views

    How the disciples prepared to recieve the promised coming of the Holy Spirit.

    “Preparing to Receive the Holy Spirit.” Acts 1:12-26 Last week we began a study of the Book of Acts by noting five foundational principles on which Christ wanted to build his church. 1.) The Believers Message – Christ is Risen, 2.) The Believers Might – the power of the Holy Spirit, 3.) The ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Antonio Torrence avatar

    In Search Of A Kingdom

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000
    based on 134 ratings
     | 5,596 views

    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:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bob Briggs avatar

    Getting Ready For A Pentecostal Experience Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,547 views

    Following the Instructions of Jesus as they await the dawning of a Christian Pentecost

    As we begin this fourth lesson in Acts, we have now moved past Dr. Luke’s introduction and into the beginning of the early church. We have seen the importance of the resurrection in the redemptive history of the church. We have read how Jesus appeared to ver 500 of His followers following ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Carter avatar

    The First Great Revival Of The Church

    Contributed by David Carter on Feb 16, 2001
    based on 145 ratings
     | 4,314 views

    Revival

    THE FIRST GREAT REVIVAL OF THE CHURCH Text: Acts 1: 12-15; 2: 41-47 WHAT IS A REVIVAL? A Revival is an awaking of God’s People, which cause them to become active for God! "Vive means life, and Re means again" (Revival to life not Resurrection from the dead!) Hosea 10:12 - "Break up ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Experiencing Revival (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,704 views

    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:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Hughes avatar

    The New Era

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,075 views

    The Acension of Christ marks a the beginning of the church age

    The New Era Acts 1:9-14 Jeff Hughes – January 19, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. We serve a risen Lord this morning, folks. Buddhists can’t say that. They know where Buddha’s tomb is, and his remains are there. Confucius and Krishna’s remains are rotting somewhere, and so are ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Jesus Gives Two "Cans" To Those Who Think "I Can't"

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 21, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 16,381 views

    how Jesus enabled his disciples to carry on after his ascension

    June 1, 2001 Acts 1:1-14 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 After his suffering, he showed himself to these men ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    "So, What Now?"

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 28, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,528 views

    After the ascension and before Pentecost, the disciples seemed to have the attitude "so, what do we do now?"

    Title: "So, What Now?" Text: Acts 1:12-26 Introduction In the days following the Ascension and prior to the coming of the Holy Spirit, the disciples seemed to have the attitude, "So, what do we do now?" QUOTE: William P Barker wrote, "If the last mighty act of God had been the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Out Of Sight: When The Lot Falls On You -- Or Doesn't

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 31, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,678 views

    Our work is different when we are supervised than when we are not, but our character and commitment are measured thereby. We can be Matthias, who accepted an assignment he did not seek, with joy; or Joseph Justus, who failed to get that same assignment,

    When you can see your supervisor, you work. When you cannot see him, your work style is likely to slow down. The difference between those two things is the measure of your character and your commitment. When you can see your supervisor, you work diligently. You work hard; you get the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    You've Got The Power

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,773 views

    Jesus knew that the apostles could not succeed unless they were continually filled with the Spirit’s divine grace, power and love for people who are struggling with their sins.

    1. Many people are afraid of witnessing because they fear being rejected, criticized or misunderstood. However, Christ knew that every single individual needs a Spirit empowered testimony to be delivered from an eternity in hell, sin and misery. Without the strength of the Holy Spirit, the facts of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ray Scott avatar

    The Intention Of The Ascension

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 11,315 views

    In the final post-resurrection appearance of Jesus, He ascends into Heaven to send the Holy Spirit to indwell each believer to fulfill the Commission He gave them.

    “The Intention Of The Ascension” Acts 1:1-14 INTRODUCTION: Since Easter Sunday, we have been studying the “Post-Resurrection Appearances Of Jesus”. We saw how Jesus appeared to: o The women at the tomb. o The 2 disciples on the Road to Emmaus. o The 10 Disciples, with Thomas absent. o The 11 ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Woodward avatar

    Waiting For God

    Contributed by John Woodward on Jun 12, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 24,793 views

    The disciples had to wait for the gift of the Holy Spirit; what do we do when we are waiting for God to act in our lives?

     Sermon Waiting for God Gracious God: Grant that we might hear what you would have us hear, grant that we might see what you would have us see, and grant that we might do what you would have us do. Amen. I would like to focus this morning on those times when we must wait for God -- ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Congregational

  • Fred Elliott avatar

    Jesus Last Words Of

    Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,187 views

    We must be a witness

    JESUS LAST WORDS OF INSTRUCTIONS TO CHRISTIANS ACTS 1: 8-11 I. The very last words spoken by Jesus before ascending to Heaven A. Ye shall receive power 1. We still have that same power today B. Ye shall be witnesses 1. In Jerusalem- city 2. Judea- county 3. Samaria- ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Finally Ready: Or Are You?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 24, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,261 views

    For Ascension and for Graduate Recognition: when we think we are ready for life, we may be the least ready! Trusting the Lord, however, will provide a challenging life plan. The church can and will support young adults who dream great dreams for the Lor

    Every year about this time we engage in a little ritual. In May or June, proud families drive off to some distant university, there to celebrate with a young adult who has finally slugged through four or more years of classes, writing papers, taking exams, and surviving all-nighters, and who is ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist