Sermons on Acts 12 3a10:

Can These Bones Live?

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 26, 2011

We are conditioned to think that death is the final act of life. But God wants us to know that He is the one who gives life now and eternally.

Ezekiel 37. 3 And He said to me, "Son of man, can these bones live?" So I answered, "O Lord GOD, You know." 4 Again He said to me, "Prophesy to these bones, and say to them, 'O dry bones, hear the word of the LORD! Introduction We are all conditioned by life to believe that there is no ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Struggling To Be A People Of Integrity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 12, 2009

Preached 1989. A people of integrity will not act as though God is automatically on their side, apart from righteousness; and they will pay attention to the way in which leadership is chosen.

On this Independence Day weekend we think about our nation’s history, our nation’s life. As we do so I want to assure you that we will be wrestling with the word of God, not just scattering political opinions over the landscape like birdseed. I am not here as political pundit, but as a pastor and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Super Bowl Church Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 28, 2014

The first church in Acts was a champion church. This sermon examines the characteristics of the New Testament church that if adopted would turn any church into a winning church.

Super Bowl Church Chuck Sligh July 27, 2014 The opening illustrations come from Mike Gilbert’s sermon found on SermonCentral.com titled Reading the Map / Visualizing the Goal. [There is a PowerPoint presentation available for this sermon which is available by emailing me at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Citizenship

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 16, 2017

Ought Christians be good citizens? What’s the difference between love of country and idolatry of country? Is paying taxes participation in evil acts by governments?

Prelude, Purpose & Plan Ought Christians be good citizens? What’s the difference between love of country and idolatry of country? Is paying taxes participation in evil acts by governments? Let’s understand that Christians are to be good citizens and paying taxes ought not be a moral ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Make The Gospel Look Good (Titus 2:1-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 31, 2022

How should first century Roman women, equal in Christ, act toward their first century Roman husbands? Is equality, or the gospel, more important?

Our passage today revolves around two related themes: reputation, and the good news about Jesus Christ. At first glance, you might not think that's Paul's focus. It's going to seem like Paul is talking about how men, and women, and slaves, should live in relation to one another. But ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

The Body And Blood Of Christ; Corpus Christi; The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2023

In one and the same act, Judas hands Christ over to be sent to death, and Christ hands himself over in his self-giving in the Eucharist to us.

St. Thomas Aquinas says we often remember unusual things better than familiar things because things with a weird twist make a greater impression on the mind, which is also validated by the modern neuroscience of memory. So, here are some unusual truths about the Eucharist: The customary or valid ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Catholic

The Supremacy Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 7, 2016

But both the acts of creation, and also His authority over the Church Jesus has proven Himself to be supreme over all, and is worthy of our worship.

THE SUPREMACY OF JESUS CHRIST COLOSSIANS 1:15-23 GREENMOUNT AND O’LEARY CHURCHES OF CHRIST OCTOBER 30, 2016 [Sermon 3 of __ in series on Colossians] Audio Link to hear the preaching of this message: http://chirb.it/JHqyG5 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Today there are many who have a great deal ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Image Worshiping

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 25, 2019

Let your acts show your reverence for God and worship of Him. Let's not focus on material things to the neglect of the things of God

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *IMAGE WORSHIPING* 1 Corinthians 10:14-15 King James Version (KJV) 14 Wherefore, my dearly beloved, flee from idolatry. 15 I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say Beloved, the Greek word translated as idolatry is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-15

Denomination: Charismatic

God Remembers, Forgives And Redeems

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 16, 2019

In this 3 point outline we see 3 most wonderful promises and blessings God has for all. We only have to act and be blessed.

One Minute Sermon! God Remembers, Forgives and Redeems Isaiah 44:21-23 Amplified “Remember [the foolishness of] these things, O Jacob And Israel, for you are My servant! I formed you, you are My servant; O Israel, you will not be forgotten by Me. 22 “I have wiped out your transgressions like a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:21-23, Romans 8:1, Psalm 103:2-5

God Remembers, Forgives And Redeems

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 17, 2019

In this 3 point outline we see 3 most wonderful promises and blessings God has for all. We only have to act and be blessed.

God Remembers, Forgives and Redeems Isaiah 44:21-23 Amplified “Remember [the foolishness of] these things, O Jacob And Israel, for you are My servant! I formed you, you are My servant; O Israel, you will not be forgotten by Me. 22 “I have wiped out your transgressions like a thick cloud And your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Isaiah 44:21-23, Romans 8:1

Principles Of Judgement Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 22, 2022

Life is short and opportunities are more. However, the acts and deeds are going to make us to stand before the judgement of God. The Principles are laid down by God.

Romans 2:1-16 Principles of God’s judgment day Paul here mentions judgment day. The justice of God is based on the lights revealed to men of every generation. Paul talks that the Judgment is certain, Judgment is the last act of God on the universe, and it will be a righteous act. Hence, no one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Before The Lights Went Out

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 30, 2018

God acts in mercy once more before His people end up in the dark. A Sermon for the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

Before the Lights Went Out 1 Samuel 3:1-20 Verse 3 says that this event happened before the light went out in the Tabernacle. This is more than just the physical light. The lamp in the Tabernacle was never supposed to go out because it represented the continuous presence of God with the people of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20, 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian Response To Injustice Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

Christians are not unique in their opposition to injustice, but we find their uniqueness as we examine the response they are to make to unjust acts against them, and the reasons for making this response

Injustice is an evil that has been so universally despised that one need not depend on Christian authors alone to attack it. Cambyses, the king of ancient Persia, had a keen sense of justice. When he discovered that a close friend was taking advantage of his secure relationship to him by selling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18

Successful Suffering Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

The difference between tragedy and triumph is all in how you count your trials. James says by an act of the will count it all joy when tried.

Imagine the testing of the body in such a sport as football. To be on your feet and seconds later brought to the ground hard and fast. Then to get up and do it again, and again, and again, but constantly moving forward. All of that falling is not what wins the game, but whether or not you win ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

"these Bones Will Live: Embracing The Power Of The Holy Spirit" Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 18, 2024

As we reflect on the passages from Acts 2 and Ezekiel 37, we are reminded of the miraculous work of the Spirit in bringing life to that which was once dead.

Title: "These Bones Will Live: Embracing the Power of the Holy Spirit" Introduction: Today we gather on this sacred day of Pentecost, a day when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples with power and fervor, igniting the flames of faith in their hearts and empowering them to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Ezekiel 37:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist