Sermons on Acts 20:31:

Divine Call To Leadership Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 29, 2019

Establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Divine Call to Leadership.” One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Appointment Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 31, 2019

To establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is a sound and faithful leadership. That means the appointing of elders and deacons (along with their families), who are committed to their divine assignment of: lovingly watching over, caring for and shepherding, the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment Remarks. 1. Today we will be discussing point one, of the lesson series: “Divine Call to Leadership.” This lesson deals with the leadership’s, divine appointment. One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finishing The Work Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 13, 2025

As Christians, we all have a job to do, which includes telling people about Jesus, and showing them Jesus by the way we treat each other.

FINISHING THE WORK Text: Acts 20:22-38 Introduction 1. The 1992 Summer Olympics featured two tremendously poignant moments. American sprinter Gail Devers, the clear leader in the 100-meter hurdles, tripped over the last barrier. She agonizingly pulled herself to her knees and crawled the last five ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-38

Denomination: Methodist

Apostasy In The Church Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the signs of apostasy in churches, how to overcome it, and how to find a true church biblically.

The Bible warns of a great apostasy that will occur in the latter days, where many will fall away from the faith and follow false teachings. Unfortunately, this phenomenon is evident in many churches today. In this sermon, we will explore the signs of apostasy in churches, how to overcome it, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Acts 20:28-31

Leadership's Divine Appointment_1 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 11, 2024

Establishing that sound and faithful leadership is one of the church’s greatest needs. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment Introductory Remarks. 1. The first lesson in this Series: “Divine Call to Leadership,” will be “The Leadership’s Divine Appointment.” 2. We will consider the elders at Ephesus’ divine appointment. Paul reminded them: “To take heed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leadership's Divine Assignment_2 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 11, 2024

Establishing that sound and faithful leadership is one of the church’s greatest needs. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment Introductory Remarks. 1. The second lesson in this Series: “Divine Call to Leadership,” will be “The Leadership’s Divine Assignment.” 2. We will discuss the elders at Ephesus’ divine assignment. Paul continued with his discourse: “For I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leadership's Divine Assurance_3 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 11, 2024

Establishing that sound and faithful leadership is one of the church’s greatest needs. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. The final lesson in this Series: “Divine Call to Leadership,” will be “The Leadership’s Divine Assurance.” 2. We will investigate the elders at Ephesus’ divine assurance. Paul concludes his assurance unto them: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Changing Of The Guard

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 17, 2025

Acts 20

THE CHANGING OF THE GUARD (ACTS 20:25-31) One of the biggest tourist attractions in England is, without doubt, a visit to Buckingham Palace, especially to see the 45 minutes “Changing of the Guard” ceremony at its appointed time, which I had the opportunity to do in my visit to England in 2006. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Little Red Riding Hoods

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 14, 2021

Sometimes referred to as Paul’s tearful farewell, Paul has what could also be described as an elder board meeting with the elders of the Ephesian church. Goodbyes have a way of making you think and Paul has some final thoughts for the church at Ephesus; most notably to beware the wolves.

Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Little Red Riding Hoods Text: Acts 20:17-38 Date: June 13, 2021 Big Idea: The passage is sometimes referred to as Paul’s tearful farewell. Not surprisingly, Paul has what could also be described as an elder board meeting with the elders of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Biblical Christianity: The Essentials, Not The Excesses

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 26, 2021

There is nothing complicated about what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. This message is basic, and can be used by anyone who needs to share their faith in Christ with someone or to turn to Him yourself.

I recently got in contact with a brother in Christ living outside of London who was asking for assistance in developing a website dedicated to Christian apologetics and evangelism for the UK, which is in just as bad a shape, if not worse, than here in America when it comes to the knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-7, Acts 20:28-31, John 14:6, John 3:16, John 20:30-31, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Hebrews 9:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 27, 2021

Having warned the elders of the Ephesian church about false teachers Paul also provides some final words of encouragement not the least of which is our everlasting inheritance.

OLActs20-Great Expectations Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Great Expectations Text: Acts 20:32-38 Date: June 27, 2021 Big Idea: The Bible talks about there being an inheritance for believers but what exactly does that mean? It was Dr. Seuss who said, “Don’t cry because it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:30-38, Ephesians 1:11, Matthew 25:14-30

A Final Farewell Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

A Final Farewell

Acts 20 v 25 - 38 A Final Farewell His Departure was - Certain - 25 And now, behold, I know that ye all, Sacred - among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, Sad - shall see my face no more. His Defence - 26 Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-38

Denomination: Holiness

A Farewell Message Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2025

Acts 20:13-38 teaches us that God sovereignly preserves his church through faithful elders.

Introduction Toward the end of his second term as the first U. S. president, George Washington announced his retirement from office in a letter addressed to the American people on September 17, 1796. Though many people feared a United States without Washington, the address assured the young ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul’s Final Encouragement To Ephesus Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 19, 2024

These are the final instructions given to a church whose name means “desirable”. Would our church today be willing to be this bold, this committed, this faithful to the calling that God has placed on each of us?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 31 Paul’s final encouragement to Ephesus Acts 20:7-38 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we had several challenges to consider when it comes to being faithful -- Ref: Christian life APP: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-38, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Acts 9:15, Ezekiel 33:6, John 1:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disciples Love The Church Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 20, 2021

I love the church. Because I’m imperfect and I’m a part of the church, the church as we see it is imperfect. But I still love the church.

ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP DISCIPLES LOVE THE CHURCH TOGETHER Acts 20:18-38 Introduction I love the church. Because I’m imperfect and I’m a part of the church, the church as we see it is imperfect. But I still love the church. Karl Vater : four main reasons why we should love the church -Jesus Loves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ