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Nothing But The Truth

Contributed by Mike Spain on Feb 20, 2003

based on 18 ratings

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Here is a teaching on the importance of truth and how God DETESTS lies. There’s even an eye opener in regards to the character of God and lies.

NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH When a witness in a court of law takes the stand, he or she makes a solemn pledge to “tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” • Not to dilute the truth • Not to expand on the truth • Not to interpret the truth • Just to tell the plain truth At least ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Galatians 4:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Biblical Church

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 6, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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In the life of Christ and the New Testament Church in Acts we see a clear picture of the purpose of the church and why the church exists.

“Becoming a Biblical Church” Acts 2, 3, 4 Matthew 9:35-37 As we enter the New Year 2003, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and looking forward to a joyous New Year. Many of you have made new commitments and new resolutions and set goals for the coming year. A New Year brings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8, Acts 4:7-31

Denomination: Free Methodist

The New Experience

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jan 14, 2003

based on 19 ratings

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The disciples of Christ are instructed to wait for the Holy Spirit.

The New Experience Acts 1:5-8 I. Introduction a. The Holy Spirit is necessary in our Christian walk. He is the power source that drives us in our daily walk. It’s also the Holy Spirit that convicts us of our sins, and it is Him that draws unbelievers to Christ. One of the main rules of Scuba ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing Revival (Lesson 1) Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003

based on 124 ratings

| 7,730 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: Acts 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Never Give Up, Never Surrender

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 7,542 views

Motivation for the ministry and mission of the church.

Never Give Up! Never Surrender! John 20:19-21; Acts 1:4-8 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Holiness

How To Have A Dynamite Church

Contributed by Tracy Thompson on Feb 11, 2003

based on 226 ratings

| 22,749 views

Preached this sermon to challenge our Church to access God’s Power for ministry.

Intro: In the passage of Scripture we read, We see in Acts 1:8 that Jesus told the Disciples that they would receive power when the Holy Ghost came upon them. In verse 4 Jesus commanded them to stay in Jerusalem and to “wait for the promise of the Father”. Then we read of the disciple going to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Burnout...just Burn

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Jan 14, 2002

based on 54 ratings

| 8,041 views

Before Jesus returned to heaven he gave His disciples everything they would need to start the fire that would "burn into" the church, but what does that mean for us today?

"Don’t Burnout…Just Burn" Acts 1: 1-8 I. Intro. A)Pastor to the church board: Bad news: the church burned down last Sunday Good news: no one complained that the Sanctuary was too cold! B)To say the Sanctuary is on fire is a mostly true statement 1)The Fire Triangle(Fire needs heat, fuel and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit And You - Part 1 Series

Contributed by James Capps on Feb 13, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 5,739 views

This series is on the Holy Spirit and how He he works in the Christians life.

Why is it that when we read the Bible or even hear a sermon we always try and relate it to someone else? Someone else has the duty Someone else has the job Someone else has the calling Someone else has the power of God SURELY IT CAN?T BE ME! The fact of the matter is in the Bible there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Antioch Concept

Contributed by Tom Anglin on Feb 21, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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A challenge to the Church, to take up where the church at Antioch left off, the task: the unfinished business of taking the Gospel to the ends of the Earth!

Percentage of new church members who have come from another church: 80 -- Pentecostal Evangel, 3/210/92. "To Verify," Leadership. The church is the only cooperative society in the world that exists for the benefit of its nonmembers. -- William Temple, Leadership, Vol. 5, no. 4. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 13:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Orders

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 8, 2002

based on 156 ratings

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As we begin the book of Acts, Jesus gives the church her "fighting orders" - Wait and Witness.

"The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2until the day when He was taken up to heaven, after He had by the Holy Spirit given orders to the apostles whom He had chosen. 3To these He also presented Himself alive after His suffering, by many convincing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Who Is The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 9, 2002

based on 14 ratings

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There are two reasons why we need to allow the Holy Spirit to be present in our lives – strength to live God’s way and power to do God’s mission.

MAIN THEME/TOPIC: Who is the Holy Spirit? TEXT: Isaiah 40:31 “ But those who wait on the Lord will find new strength. They will fly high like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Acts 1: 8 “But when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, you will receive power and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Plugging In

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 29, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 4,645 views

Two reasons for the Holy Spirit - power to live for God and to work in those who are yet to believe.

One thing that is very much a part of our society is power. We crave it. We get it. We use it. We abuse it. This morning in preparation for our time of communion together, I want us to think about power for a few moments. To begin, I ask for your response to this question: “What are sources of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

"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

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

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 31, 2003

based on 50 ratings

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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: Acts 1:6-26

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got The Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003

based on 30 ratings

| 3,794 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: Acts 1:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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