Sermons on Acts 20 3a25:

Praising God For His Wonders - Sermon Iv: Praising God For Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 11, 2019

We the children of God are more than welcome to be persistent in asking our Father in Heaven for what we need, to keep on seeking, to keep on knocking as an ongoing act of faith in God.

PRAISING GOD FOR ANSWERED PRAYER In this month’s Health & Nutrition Newsletter, I read an interesting report based on a study of the “dose-response” effect of exercise – that is, if you exercise more than the minimum recommended for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Your Law Is My Delight Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 30, 2022

Psalm 119 is the most sustained act of praise and commitment to the Word of God in all of the Bible. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us.

All of Psalm 119 is read before me (22 readers reading eight verses each). Today we conclude our series, Life By the Book. The psalmist takes 176 verses to motivate us to get into the Bible and get the Bible into us. If you’ll continue to keep Psalm 119 open with me (page 611 in your Black pew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:169-176, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 24:35, John 10:35, Deuteronomy 17:18-19, Psalm 119:168, Psalm 119:97, Psalm 119:67, Psalm 119:164, Psalm 119:133  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude Problem

Contributed by Theresa Ratliff on Mar 25, 2013

Basedon Acts 2:1-21, this sermon talks about how our attitude about the Holy Spirit affects our ability to let the Spirit work in our lives.

I know many of you won’t want to admit it, but I bet there are passages in the Bible that you don’t particularly care for. Not because they cut too deep or because you don’t understand them, but simply because they don’t excite you. Well, I have a confession to make. When I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: *other

Big Faith In Little Things

Contributed by Theresa Ratliff on Mar 26, 2013

It's often easier for Christians to have faith in the big, amazing things God does than it is to have faith that he is acting in small ways in our lives every day.

“To have faith is to be sure of the things we hope for, to be certain of the things we cannot see.” Most Christians are familiar with some version of this verse. It’s been used as a definition for faith even in the secular world. It’s something we say to people to give ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: *other

Reminder Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2023

God’s grace ought to remind us that we needed God’s grace, and now it’s our responsibility to share that grace with someone in need of it.Acts

REMINDER OF GRACE Text: Acts 11:1-18 Introduction 1. This year in my daily devotions, I have been reading through the letters in the NT. I just finished 2 Peter; in it he reminded his readers of the need to be reminded on the elementary principles of the faith. 2. “Therefore, I will always remind ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Why Are We To Teach Our Children To Obey God?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 27, 2023

To enable every age to learn how to obey God and to set their expectations in him, God directed that his laws and acts be instructed to children and that they ought to be passed from age to age.

Monotheism is the faith in only one God. It was an unmistakable component of the Hebrew religion. Numerous old religions trusted in a large number of divine beings. However, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is the God of the entire earth, the only genuine God. This was a significant knowledge ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"if I Can Only ..."

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 26, 2023

“Do not fear, only believe” and “give God time.” We may not be able to predict how or even when God is going to act but we can be certain that He will.

As he rushed towards the shore, his heart sank as he saw how many people were already there. How was he ever going to get close enough to Him to plead for his daughter’s life … but still. He had to try. He would do anything to save his precious daughter’s life … even if it meant he had to fight ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, John 11:4

Denomination: United Methodist

Giving Your Best To Jesus

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 3, 2025

Mary’s act of love and sacrifice teaches us that Jesus deserves our very best. Our worship, devotion, and giving should reflect the value we place on Christ.

GIVING YOUR BEST TO JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 12:1-8 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:21, Romans 12:1, 2 Samuel 24:24, Luke 7:37-38, Mark 14:3-9 INTRODUCTION: Giving to Jesus is an act of love and devotion that reflects our heart's posture toward Him. In John 12:1-8, we see ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Supernatural Elevation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 26, 2025

Elevation is an act of being lifted from a lower place to a higher one. While men often rely on connections, skills, or luck for promotion, supernatural elevation comes by the hand of God.

SUPERNATURAL ELEVATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 75:6-7 "For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another." Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 2:7-8, Isaiah 60:1, Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Hypocrisy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

Hypocrisy is the act of pretending to be something one is not, especially in matters of faith and morality. Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for their hypocrisy, exposing their focus on outward appearances while neglecting inner purity.

Title: THE DANGER OF HYPOCRISY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 23:25-28 Supporting Texts: Luke 12:1-2, 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 26:24-26, Galatians 6:7-8, James 1:22-24 INTRODUCTION: Hypocrisy is the act of pretending to be something one is not, especially in matters of faith and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Luke 12:1-2, 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 26:24-26, Galatians 6:7-8, James 1:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Confess - 1 John 1:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2025

Confession is a fundamental part of our relationship with God. It is an act of humility, repentance, and trust. Explore what it means to confess, why it matters, and how it leads us into a deeper walk with Christ.

Go! And Confess - 1 John 1:9 Introduction: 1 John 1:9 (NLT) says, "But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness." Confession is a fundamental part of our relationship with God. It is an act of humility, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9, Proverbs 28:13, Psalm 103:12, Micah 7:18-19, Acts 3:19, 2 Corinthians 7:10, 1 John 1:7, James 5:16, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unveiling Divine Promises SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

Acts 1 reveals three divine promises that surpass any other promise in Scripture. Do you know what these promises are? And do you understand their significance to us?

Please stand with me as we sing the hymn "Standing on the Promises." Sing along with me: "Standing on the promises that cannot fail When doubts and fears assail, By the living Word of God, I shall prevail Standing on the promises of God." As humans, we often struggle to keep our promises. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Topics: Holy Spirit, Believers

Unleashing Our Inner Strength SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

I am convinced that the devil's greatest fear is that the church will get a revelation of the power that we already have, and that we will start acting like who God says we are.

I believe that the devil is most afraid of the church realizing the power we already possess and starting to act in accordance with who God says we are. Let's read Acts 2:1-4: "When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Topics: Empowerment, Faith

Saved From Shallow Religion Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction emphasizes the importance of private acts of giving, praying, and fasting as taught by Jesus, highlighting the need for a self-giving love that seeks God's approval rather than that of others.

Hello church and welcome. I am glad we are observing Ash Wednesday together. Today is the first day of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection, prayer, confession, and letting go. We join with believers all over the world during Lent. Lent is a time for us to assess ourselves and make adjustments. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-21

Topics: Self-Giving Love, Spiritual Practices, Divine Approval

The Watchman

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 27, 2003

Just as the watchman is to primarily act as a guard by watching carefully for danger and to warn of its eventuality, so too has God appointed His messengers to watch out for spiritual dangers and warn of its coming destruction.

The Watchman Ezekiel 3:16-21 At the end of seven days the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 17 "Son of man, I have appointed you a watchman to the house of Israel; whenever you hear a word from My mouth, warn them from Me. 18 "When I say to the wicked, ’You will surely die,’ and you do not ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist