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  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Holy Spirit - Part 2 Of 9 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017
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    The Holy Spirit in the New Testament with power, foretold to Jesus' mother and others, the Spirit on Pentecost, and baptism in the Holy Spirit as compared to baptism of believers today.

    THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Roberta Karchner avatar

    The Lord God Made Them All

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 18, 2019
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    At a pivotal moment, Peter discovered God loved those outside his inner circle. Who are we including or excluding?

    Acts 11:1-18 The Lord God Made Them All – How many Christians does it take to change a light bulb? It depends upon which denomination you belong to. If you are Methodist, you are welcome no matter what the status of your bulb. You can be bright, dim, or completely burned out. You can be a light ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    All Means All

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on May 23, 2019
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    This sermon on breaking down draws its primary illustration from Dr. Seuss's story "The Sneetches". This story was read to the children and congregation during the Children's Sermon immediately prior to the sermon.

    All Means All Acts 11:1-18 Tribalism is defined as the state or fact of being organized in a tribe or tribes and the resulting behaviors and attitudes that stem from loyalty to this tribe. On the surface, that doesn’t sound too bad. Human beings naturally migrate into groups of like-minded ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Matt Hoffmann avatar

    Go As Far As You Can See, And See What You Can From There

    Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Apr 28, 2010
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    In Acts 11:1-18, we begin to see the legacy of faith and risk-taking for the sake of the Gospel that included us in the promises of Christ

    Acts 11:1-18 It all started when they saw Jesus for the last time. His last words to them, “And you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and all Judea, and Samaria, and to the very ends of the earth.” Peter was among those who heard these words, and believed them. I’m sure, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Owens avatar

    Time For A Big Change Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 17, 2018
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    When Peter was sent to the home of Cornelius, God was trying to change Peter's and the churches perspectives toward Gentiles. Peter had some prejudices against Gentiles that needed to change. Perhaps we also have biases and prejudices that God wants to change.

    Introduction: A. One day a preacher went to his monthly meeting with the elders and presented an idea that he believed he had received from God. 1. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elders, they voted down the preacher’s proposed changes 12-1. 2. The elder ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    An Analysis Of Joel's Prophecy Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2018
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    This lesson analyzes Joel’s Prophecy regarding the “pouring forth of the Holy Spirit upon all flesh.” It will establish that there was only one “pouring forth” of the Holy Spirit in fulfilling this prophecy.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. An Analysis of Joel’s Prophecy Introductory Remarks. 1. In this lesson, we will analyze Joel’s prophecy regarding the “outpouring” or the “pouring forth” of the Holy Spirit upon all flesh on the Day of Pentecost. Many consider this event to be the “pouring out of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Stand In God's Way

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 2, 2018
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    They that limit the work of God or try to stop it shall die and make way for the fulfilment of the Kingdom Agenda. Nobody can stop your blessings or promotion for Jesus is the one who blesses and promotes.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: DO NOT STAND IN GOD'S WAY Acts 11:1-3 King James Version (KJV) 11 And the apostles and brethren that were in Judaea heard that the Gentiles had also received the word of God. 2 And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • John Lowe avatar

    Peter Defends Himself Before The Jerusalem Church Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 10, 2017
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    It appears that when the church leaders in Jerusalem had heard of Peter’s experience in Joppa at the home of Cornelius, they challenged his action and recalled him to Jerusalem for the purpose of justifying it.

    May 6, 2014 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.D.7: Peter Defends Himself Before the Jerusalem Church (11:1-18) Scripture (Acts 11:1-18; KJV) 1 And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Destroying The Wall Of Hostility Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 10, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,948 views

    Peter shared the works of God in saving the Gentiles in Cornelius' house. This is the will of God. It brings challenges the church will have to grapple with, but the truth is, God will make the Jews and Gentiles one in Christ.

    Good morning. Glad to be able to meet up again and remember our Lord together as a Body of Christ. We celebrate God’s goodness and lovingkindness despite the challenges. • Let us praise God with Psalm 47 before we look into Acts 11. 1 Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Grow And Go Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,066 views

    This is the 24th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Series: Action [#24] GROW AND GO Acts 11:1-18 Introduction: This has been a week of ups and downs. I have cried over great things and I have cried over bad things. At times, it has been a 2 steps forward and 3 steps back type of week. Through this, God has used Sunday School, Wednesday Night ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Explanation Of Peter

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 27, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,653 views

    Who was I that I could withstand God?

    PETER’S EXPLANATION. Acts 11:1-18. The turning point in Luke’s Gospel was when Jesus ‘steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem’ (Luke 9:51). The turning point of Luke’s second volume, the Book of Acts, is found in the breaking down of objections to the inclusion of Gentiles in the church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Landon Winstead avatar

    Dealing With Prejudice Series

    Contributed by Landon Winstead on Dec 31, 2013
     | 7,062 views

    Sometimes the person we judge in front of us may be Jesus

    Dodie Gadient, a schoolteacher for thirteen years, decided to travel across America and see the sights she had taught about. Traveling alone in a truck with a camper in tow, she launched out. One afternoon, rounding a curve on 1-5 near Sacramento in rush hour traffic, a water pump blew on her ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Gaining A Worldwide Vision

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014
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     | 4,150 views

    What happened in this passage is of critical importance to church history. The events in this passage need to be studied by every church and every body of believers.

    MAR 17 2013PM Gaining a Worldwide Vision Acts 11: 1-18 Usually as we begin each study, I lead in to the message with the ending of the previous week’s message. I don’t have to do that tonight because our passage comes from Acts 11: 1-18 and in it, Peter recaps the whole episode. So ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Acts Of The Apostles (16 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
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    Have you ever wondered why God promised to reward us for the good deeds we do in this life?

    The first thought that occurs is that He loves us, and wants to reward our good deeds as a father would reward his child for a good report card. Romans 8:17b says, “...and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together." This is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Will All Good People Be Saved? Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 4, 2015
    based on 44 ratings
     | 20,692 views

    To establish that all good people will be saved only due to their faith and obedience to God. Cornelius’ religious piety and righteousness did not save him. He had to hear, believe, and obey the gospel of Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Cornelius’ Character 2. Cornelius’ Commendation 3. Cornelius’ Conversion Remarks. Introductory Remarks. 1. In this gathering, we will discuss the theme: “Will all good people be saved?” It is not our purpose to deny anyone entrance into the kingdom of God. However, God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ