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Stephen The Witness And Martyr Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Stephen is a model for us of a Holy Spirit directed witness.

Stephen the Witness and Martyr Acts 6:8—8:1 Intro: There is a Conspiracy of Silence in so many churches… Thinking that we can merely live good Christian lives as our witness, without telling people the why: telling about Jesus Christ. God’s acts have always needed explanation to be clear. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Philip The Evangelist Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 28, 2005

Witnessing in the power of the Spirit

PHILIP THE EVANGELIST Acts 8:1-25 Intro.: What is evangelism? What is an evangelist? (Wait for answers) Jesus said in His final words, “Go, be my witnesses here and everywhere,” “Go and make disciples of all nations.” To evangelize is to tell the good news of Jesus. “Gospel” = “evangel” = ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Stephen: Full Of Faith, Grace And Power"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 24, 2004

Stephen was Prayed up, Prepared, Projected Christ and was Profitable for the Kingdom

We’re looking today, at the account of possibly the shortest lived Deaconship in the history of the church. The Apostles are finding themselves, as the Jerusalem congregation grows, having to deal with mundane issues that threaten to take them away from their appointed mission, which is prayer ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

"Philip: Preacher On The Run"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 25, 2004

Our opportunity for service may be in sight in a moment, and bypass us in another if we’re not ready to run to obedience. Philip ran to do God’s bidding.

Following the Acts record it would appear that the newborn church had been pretty cozy and comfortable, up until the martyrdom of Stephen. It had begun with a very public demonstration of God’s power in the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter and the others had boldly proclaimed their risen Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Orthodox

Christ The King Is Our Good Shepherd

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 22, 2004

PENTECOST LAST / CHRIST THE KING(A) - Christ the King is our Good Shepherd who searches for and rescues sinners.

CHRIST THE KING IS OUR GOOD SHEPHERD EZEKIEL 34:11-16 -- November 21, 2004 – Last Sunday of End Time / Christ the King EZEKIEL 34:1-16 11" `For this is what the Sovereign LORD says: I myself will search for my sheep and look after them. 12As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock when he is ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:11-16

Denomination: Lutheran

"Stephen: The 1st Christian Martyr"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This message examines the life and influence of Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

STEPHEN: THE FIRST CHRISTIAN MARTYR Text: Acts 6:8-15 "And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Lib- ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Part 1

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007

The sheep need a shepherd

The Good Shepherd Series Psalm 23 (1 of 2) May 27, 2007 Chester FBC, Chester, IllinoisDr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A The 23rd Psalm is most commonly read at funerals. (Understandable) 1 It’s understandable. a Offers comfort, healing, hope, promise, restoration, peace, righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Part 2

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007

The sheep need a shepherd

The Good Shepherd Part 2 Psalm 23 June 3, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He restores my soul; He guides me in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing And Responding To The Voice Of God

Contributed by Harvey Earls on Jun 18, 2007

Designed for those who are seeking to indentify, listen to, and obey God’s voice and calling.

As I write this sermon, I too admit that I have had times in my life where the Voice of God has been hard to discern. As I look back however, those times in my life are usually when there are so many other voices going on that I have trouble focusing in on what God is telling me. How many times ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Lost And Found" Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 24, 2008

This is a sermon based around the lost sheep parable pointing to Jesus the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheeps seeks out the lost with great rejoicing.

Lost and found: Luke 15: 1- 7 The Good Shepherd Several famous people were asked what they felt was the saddest word in the English language. Here’s what some of them said, • Poet T. S. Eliot: “The saddest word in the English language is, of course, ‘saddest.’” • Lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

I want us to take some time to gaze upon this shepherd of ours, and I want to talk with you for a little while about some of the traits that He has.

Have you ever heard or participated in a discussion about which animal humans are most like? Scientists have often tried to liken us with other animals. Lab tests for different medicines and immunizations are performed on rats and mice since their bodily functions are similar to humans. We’ve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:3

Denomination: Holiness

Barnabas Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Barnabus the giver, the risk-taker, the faithful

Barnabas: Stories of God’s People May 21, 2006 Intro: How many of you can think of someone who, at some point in your life, believed in you when you weren’t sure you believed in yourself? Someone probably a little older, a little wiser, more experienced, who looked at you and the situation you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabas Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Barnabas chooses to take a risk, to investigate a person, and to put even the potential of a relationship of love ahead of every other consideration - even his own safety.

Barnabas pt 2: Stories of God’s People May 28, 2006 Intro: Last week I shared the first part of the story of Barnabas, one of the early Christians and leaders of the church. We talked about how he was a man of generosity – selling an entire field and giving the money to the work of the Kingdom ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Philips- I Believed Therefore I Spoke

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 17, 2008

Believe in Jesus, speak about Jesus, second passage Acts 8

“I believed, therefore I spoke” or lessons from the two Philips (DRBC, 21/03/04, pm) Introduction • [Show picture]- Who is this? • George Foreman, ex-boxer, now famous promoter of…the Lean Mean Fat Reducing Grilling Machine • Sold over 50 million in the US, and 5 million in the UK- approx. 1 in ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Me? ... A Sheep!

Contributed by Matthew Mobley on Mar 28, 2008

A perspective on Psalm 23 aided by a real-life shepherd.

Me? ... A Sheep! Psalm 23 April 29, 2007 Pastor Ben Patterson of Santa Monica, California shares the following story about his 5-year old niece, Olivia, who along with her best friend Claire were participating in a Christmas nativity play at school. Claire was playing Mary and Olivia was an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist