Sermons on Acts 1:

Witness In Testimony

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Jan 8, 2002

How should the members of a church witness! Every way that they can!!

Witness in Testimony Called to be the Lord’s Witnesses Matt 28:18-20, And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Matthew 28:18-20

The Mission Of The Church

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 10, 2001

If we were going to compose a mission statement for our congregation, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX If we were going to compose a mission statement for Central Christian Church, what do you suppose it should say? What is our mission? Well, let me suggest that the mission of the church is very simple. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Biblical Theology Of Church Planting

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

``If you want to study something, begin with its origins.’’ In this lesson we want to ask the Lord’s help in examining the origins, nature, aims, Biblical commands, and methods of the apostles first century church planting Biblical Theology of Church Pla

A Brief Biblical Theology of Church Planting From The Acts of the Apostles Learning Objectives 1. The students will be able to explain how the first church started and grew. 2. The students will be able to explain five principles from Acts that will help their church grow. 3. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who? #5 Series

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

The big question is "who exactly is the ’who’" that is expected to be a part of "changing lives"

Changing Lives for Time and Eternity – “Who?” #5 Acts 1:8 (The Powerpoint can be found at http://www.hueytownbaptist.com/pastorspage/sermondownloads.html) > Changing lives for time and eternity, “what a grand idea!” Yet it is not just an idea, it is a divine expectation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Biblical Mission Of The Church?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Aug 4, 2007

Seven thing the church shouldbe doing

WHAT IS THE BIBLICAL MISSION OF THE CHURCH? The church is here for a Divine purpose. I want us to learn that purpose so that as we live from day to day we can have that purpose clearly as our motive to live. Let us look at Acts 1:8 and Matt. 28:20 I. IT IS GIVEN TO US TO PREACH AND TEACH THE WORD ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Holy Spirit In You. Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 12, 2007

This sermon looks at the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer. The Holy Spirit whom enables the believer to witness in the world Acts 1:8.To develop unity in the Church Eph 4:1-6. And equips the Christian to live Holy lives and bear fruit Gal:5:16-25

“The Holy Spirit in you.” The coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost is the gift of the risen Christ in dwelling His followers. The Day of Pentecost marks the inauguration of the coming of the Holy Spirit. Jesus had ascended to the right hand of the Father and as promised the people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

God Encounters #3: Jesus The Baptiser In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 18, 2007

John the Baptist said that Jesus would "baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Luke 3:16). We need a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit and fire on the church today!

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS #3 – JESUS THE BAPTISER IN THE HOLY SPIRIT OPENING TEXT: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8). • For the past couple of weeks, we have been considering the Foursquare Gospel: The red cross - symbol of Jesus the Saviour The blue cup - symbol ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: *other

Prayer Meeting Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 23, 2007

Many think prayer is a waste of time, but without the ministry of prayer, our work is a waste of time.

Prayer Meeting Acts 1: 14 Many think prayer is a waste of time, but without the ministry of prayer, our work is a waste of time. The thermometer of any church is its prayer meeting. You can do more than pray - but only after you have prayed. You can do more than pray after you have prayed, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 23, 2009

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit is not a ritual but real; it is the coming of a Person. It is not about a program but a power. It is not about propaganda but witnessing.

Jesus gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem…” • They need to wait. No time frame was given but they were called to wait. • Apparently this is really important. They need to receive the gift the Father has promised – the baptism of the Holy Spirit. • They are not to leave the city until ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Christ Returns To Earth Series

Contributed by Bill Burress on Oct 27, 2008

When Christ returns to take control

“Christ Returns To Earth” Acts 1:6-11 Ever since that day people have been discussing the Second Coming, the day in which Jesus once again sets foot on the earth. And notice how Jesus left; bodily, physically, and visibly. In the 14th chapter of Zechariah the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unity In The Community

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 9, 2008

The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. When the church comes together in unity, the spirit of God is poured out in abundance.

The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. There has become a gentle coldness and indifference to biblical truth and God’s standards of righteousness. We want to live like we want to live, we want to act like we want to act, we want to do what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Questions To Help Stop The Fear Of Witnessing

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 5, 2008

How many have ever tried to witness to someone? But you feel that you failed, that you bombed it and you feel like you just didn’t get the point across. Or how about this, you are talking to someone and you about ready to witness to them, and all of a sud

Questions To Help Stop The Fear Of Witnessing Acts 1:4-11 How many have ever tried to witness to someone? But you feel that you failed, that you bombed it and you feel like you just didn’t get the point across. Or how about this, you are talking to someone and you about ready to witness to them, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Holy Ghost Power

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 1, 2007

Do you want Holy Ghost power?

ACTS 1:8 “HOLY GHOST POWER” A) The Greek word for “power” here is “dunamis” where we get our English word “dynamite!” * We need the fire like Uncle Bud Robison preached about. * Fire in the pulpit … Fire in the choir … Fire in the pew. * Holy Ghost power means: An uncontrollable religious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Witnesses

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Nov 4, 2007

This is an exploration of how the power of God worked incredibly in the early church.

We Are Witnesses Acts Chapter 1:6-11 Kelly and I were on a little weekend get-away last week; dear friends of ours gave us a two night stay at a bed and breakfast on Kelley’s Island. We had a wonderful time, being able to clear off the schedule, drop our children off at the grandparents, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational