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Rocky Iv - The Comeback Kid Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2003

based on 45 ratings

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Acts 4 presents Peter as a confident, powerful preacher of Christ... but not two months earlier he had been a cowering coward. What made the difference?

OPEN: In the 70’s there was runaway hit movie starring Sylvester Stallone, entitled "Rocky." Many people, including myself were unaware that the movie was based on a real life boxer named Chuck Werner - otherwise known as the Bayonne Bleeder (because he bled so easily and freely throughout his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shattering Sharethefaithaphobia

Contributed by Matthew Doebler on Aug 13, 2003

based on 46 ratings

| 3,191 views

Teens are interested in religion and religious topics and yet we have such a tough time sharing our faith. Why? What can we do about it?

Youth Rally Sermon Shattering Sharethefaithaphobia There are a lot of phobias out there, aren’t there? You’ve heard of some of them, like aquaphobia, arachnophobia, xenophobia, but here are a few more: Peladophobia: fear of baldness and bald people. Chaetophobia: fear of hairy people. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

We Have To Say It! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 23, 2003

based on 108 ratings

| 14,826 views

Believers courageously speak the truth.

WE HAVE TO SAY IT! Acts 4:1-22 S: Courage Th: Walk with Spiritual Courage Pr: BELIEVERS COURAGEOUSLY SPEAK THE TRUTH. ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: We will find in our study of Acts 4:1-22 three parts that show how the disciples react to adversity. The _____ part is the… I. TRIAL (1-12) II. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Pre-Persecution: Withstanding Challenges To The Gospel By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

based on 20 ratings

| 3,323 views

The Spirit fills His People to give a bold witness to Christ, in accordance with the promise (Acts 1:8_9; John 14_16, Comforter). In that the Spirit testifies to the uniqueness of Christ no other name! (John 14:6)

INTRODUCTION: In the modern world is was the German Schleiermacher who first argued that because of the love of God and because heaven would be spoiled if its inhabitants knew of a place of eternal torment, that all individuals must ultimately be saved; Bruner, and Barth followed suit, as did Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Persecution Prayer (Acts 4) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,360 views

A study in how the early church prayed: in one accord, to the Sovereign Lord, for spiritual empowerment.

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard the idea that you shouldn’t base your beliefs and convictions on a historical book - like Acts? What do you think? Do you think that we should follow the examples of those OUTLINE FOR TODAY WE MUST PRAY IN SOLIDARITY - ONE ACCORD WE MUST PRAY TO A SOVEREIGN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Boldness

Contributed by Ronald Zamkus on Feb 24, 2001

based on 145 ratings

| 40,246 views

The early church expressed BOLDNESS when filled with the Holy Spirit. Do we?

On death row, the condemned man was asked what he would like for his last meal before execution. The menu was - Lobster, Filet Mignon, Beef Wellington, Caviar or Shrimp. The prisoner replied - “I’d like a bowl of mushrooms.” The warden was surprised, “Why a bowl of mushrooms?” The prisoner ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Proclaming Jesus In The Midst Of Persecution

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 18, 2003

based on 94 ratings

| 11,770 views

We see in this sermon Peter and John proclaming the gospel in spite of suffering, and the results being many were saved in the name of Jesus Christ.

PROCLAMING JESUS IN THE MIDST OF PERSECUTION ACTS 4:1-12 All of us have seen the recruiting sign saying that Uncle Sam "wants you." Another announces that "the Marines are looking for a few good men." God wants all people to be saved (I Timothy 2:4) and He does not wish for any to perish (II ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Produces Boldness Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Feb 6, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 5,848 views

The purpose of this message is to help Christians count the cost of proclaiming the gospel and encourage us by knowing God will make us bold if we step out in faith and proclaim the wonderful message of the cross.

THE GOSPEL PRODUCES BOLDNESS Acts 4:1-13 INTRODUCTION: A. Random Houses Webster’s College Dictionary defines “bold” as 1) not hesitating or fearful in the face of danger – courageous; or 2) scorning or ignoring the rules of propriety; forward; impudent 1. In one manner of speaking boldness ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Courage Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Feb 6, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 7,945 views

The purpose of this mesage is to show believers the qualities of Christian Courage and encourage believers to tell the gospel story with truth and courage.

CHRISTIAN COURAGE* Acts 4:1-14 INTRODUCTION: A. As I study a book of the Bible or a particular passage I do a lot of reading in commentaries. 1. Three of my favorites are The Pulpit Commentary, The Biblical Illustrator, and The Preacher’s Homiletic Commentary. 2. They each have their own ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Down Opposition

Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 2,674 views

Dr. Wood used this sermon to encourage the listeners that in the midst of opposition all Christian can draw from a higher power, and that power is from the Holy Spirit.

Some history must be covered before we can understand what took place and how we can apply this passage of Scripture to our lives today. First take note of verse 2 they, the apostles taught the people and preached in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. In verse one if we were to do a literal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-22

Denomination: Baptist

How Dare You! Series

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Aug 26, 2007

| 2,951 views

• Belief is both subjective and objective. It’s subjective when you believe it. It’s objective when someone else doesn’t, and . . .their objective is your silence.

Let’s imagine dialogue between Abraham and God. “Abraham, this is God speaking. I want you to leave everything and go to the land I will show you.” “Where’s that?” “If I told you, you wouldn’t believe me.” “Try me.” “It’s 1500 miles from here in a place called Canaan.” “Never heard of it.” “I know, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redefining Significance (How To Surprise Your Biggest Critics) Acts Part 7 Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 2,812 views

contrasting God’s and the world’s understanding of a significant life...

Redefining significance: how to surprise your biggest critics Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 7 Pastor Jeff Christopherson - February 23, 2003 Acts 4:1-22 I. HOW OUR WORLD DEFINES SIGNIFICANCE: 1. Success. (People speak of my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping On Keeping On Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Apr 13, 2008

based on 14 ratings

| 10,267 views

Lessons we can learn from Peter and John’s example in refusing to stay silent or testifying in Jesus’ name.

*Intro>The French Foreign Legion has an inspiring motto: “If I falter, push me on. If I stumble, pick me up. If I retreat, shoot me.” -Obviously, neither Peter nor John were members of the French Foreign Legion, but they demonstrated a similar determination. -After being used by God to heal a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

"When They Saw The Boldness Of Peter And John” Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2007

based on 76 ratings

| 31,664 views

four characteristics of a bold witness as illusrated in the life of Peter and John from Acts 4

HOLY BOLDNESS “When they saw the boldness of Peter and John” Acts 4:1-22 There is a faint knock at your door. You open it to find a cowering man who timidly asks, “You wouldn’t want to buy a vacuum cleaner, would you?” Unless you either take great pity on this poor excuse for a salesman or you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Be Bold When Sharing My Faith In Jesus With Others?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 28, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 3,592 views

Boldness in ’evangelism’ comes through being filled with God’s Holy Spirit. That’s how we can be bold when sharing our faith with others.

I love getting into conversations where people ask me what I do. When I’m dressed in a tee-shirt and jeans the challenge for me is how to say what I do without it being a conversation stopper! It seems to me that there are a few jobs which can act as conversation stoppers, and it wouldn’t surprise ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

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