Sermons on Acts 1:14:

Readiness For Pentecost

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

Three things we can do to be ready for Pentecost

READINESS FOR PENTECOST ACTS 1:12-26 Three things we can do to be ready for Pentecost Vs. 12-14 First two were taking place as the disciples left the Mount of Olives and made their way to the Upper Room, a room above a street in Jerusalem that now had become very special to them because of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

The Notables Of The Early Church Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 14, 2008

he Church is made up of God’s people. This was true from the beginning and is true today. But who were those people who made up the earliest church?

The Notables of the Early Church (Acts 1:12-14) 1. Following Jesus Christ has never meant deserting the human race and living in seclusion -- or putting on an image of otherly-worldness -- if there is such a word. True, some Christians have chosen to live this way, like the Amish. But most have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Change In James

Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 26, 2009

Using the change seen in Jesus’ brother James, we show how that affects our changing & growing walk with Christ today.

No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, you did not just suddenly appear there. No, you started as we all start; becoming aware of a need inside your heart that you probably could not explain. Then, you became aware of Jesus Christ, the One known as the Savior and how He could give ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: *other

Judas Priest Iscariot Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on May 27, 2009

Do you want to become great in the Kingdom of God? Then start with this premise in your life: It is not about me, it is about Jesus Christ; The less I am, the greater Jesus is; The greater Jesus is, the greater I will be in the kingdom of God.

Judas Iscariot. He must be replaced. Judas has failed and another must rise up to take his place. The church will not end with the failure of Judas, the church will regroup, reevaluate, and pursue its calling - to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Judas was one of the twelve, he was one of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Church, Anyway? Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009

The first part of a series based on Charles Swindoll’s Bible study of Acts. This message deals with the nature of the Church.

Stephen N. Collins 06/08/2008 Being the Church Part 1: What is the Church, Anyway? Icebreaker: (Strike a match) 2,000 years ago in Jerusalem, a small flame was lit. That small flame spread and became a little bigger, then a little bigger, then it started spreading quickly, consuming the minds ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Force That Shakes The World

Contributed by Kevin Walker on Jan 23, 2009

Corporate prayer is the force that shakes the world.

The Force that Shakes the World Acts 2 1. E.M. Bounds, a Methodist minister and Author in the late 1800’s called prayer “the force that shapes the world.” 2. Re-word his quote: “The church in prayer is a force that shakes the world.” 3. Read text, and tell of Acts 2. a. We think Pentecost; it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Reaching Our Potential In Christ Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 24, 2009

In this message I am teaching the message that we find our purpose and potential in Jesus Christ, as individuals and as the church. Prayer, working together and focusing on Jesus are the main points.

The Power of a Changed Life “Reaching Our Potential in Christ” Acts 1:12-26 Dale Carnegie wrote the book titled “How to Win Friends and Influence people.” It was an overnight success selling over 15 million copies. Dale Carnegie was a master at identifying people with great potential. He was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Life Elevated

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 7, 2009

The whole idea of Christ elevated is totally incomprehensible, or if you will: heavenly / for those of us who are able to understand Latin: celestial.

Life elevated Let me show you the two standard issue License Plates of our state, both of which feature the slogan: Life Elevated Depending on whether you are the winter or summer type you either pick the Arches or the Greatest Snow on Earth. I pick the Snow. Either of them refer to the strengths ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Congregational

Preparing For A Great Move Of God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 18, 2010

A sermon examining the importance of waiting on the Lord.

PREPARING FOR A GREAT MOVE OF GOD (Part 2) Acts 1:12-14 (Antioch Baptist Church – Sunday March 2nd, 2025) Last week we began to examine the final conversation that Jesus had with His Disciples before His ascension. Soon the mission that they had been chosen to accomplish would commence. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The 7ups Of Life

Contributed by Deborah Naves on Jan 28, 2010

God wants you to be your very best. Take the 7Up challenge and find out what you need to do to be a better Christian.

Be Uplifted - The 7Up Talk. _ _ _ _ _ If you’ve ever read the book of Acts, you’ll know it chronicles the story of Jesus’ ascension into heaven [Acts 1:1-14]. It is the Bible’s detailed account of how Jesus departed from his disciples and returned to Heavenly Father. As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Missed Opportunities

Contributed by Tim Shepard on Apr 8, 2008

This sermon is about some basics of prayer that we as Christians seem to have forgotten.

Missed Opportunities It happened only a few weeks ago. The normal time for prayer came in the service. I had asked for requests. Only one person raised their hand. And so I proceeded with the prayer itself. But the moment I was finished praying hands shot up all over the sanctuary. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: *other

Out Of Sight

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 4, 2008

For Ascension Sunday: Whether we work diligently when our supervisor is out of sight is a measure of commitment and character. Compare Matthias, who took a job he did not ask for; and Joseph Justus, who was passed over.

When you see your supervisor, you work. When you do not see your supervisor, you may work, but 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 see your supervisor, you work diligently. You know that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-26

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Jesus Right Now?

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on May 18, 2007

Ascension of Jesus to encourage our mission and witness for him

Acts 01:01-11 Basingstoke 20th May 2007 Where is Jesus Right now?? I expect you’ve seen the film, “Forrest Gump.” Where Tom Hanks plays a slow witted southern man by whose simplicity, good-heartedness, and good luck, moves from an obscure childhood to become a millionaire shrimping tycoon. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do While You Wait

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Sep 20, 2007

Ever prayed and then waited on the anwser. What are we to do after we pray and we are just waiting on God to answer? This sermon peers into the upper Room as we learn from the disciples of Jesus what to do while we wait on Him!

Intro: Hunters wait for the kill Pregnant women wait 9 months for the birth Patients wait on the doctor Husbands wait on their wives while they shop Teenagers can hardly wait until theycan drive Psalm 62:5 “My soul, wait quietly on God alone.” Waiting is not the absence of movement! Waiting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Empowering The Kfc - #3 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 30, 2007

Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

The Kingdom Focused Church “Empowering the Kingdom Focused Church” Acts 1:9-26 > Acts 2 records the beginning the church age. Candidly, the church as we know it today was born right here. To read Acts 2 is to see the chapter opening with some 120 believers in the upper room and the Manifest ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-26

Denomination: Baptist