Sermons on Acts 6 3a1:

Disciples Get Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 16, 2021

In this series we are looking at ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP and we begin where Acts does. Disciples Get Together.

ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP Disciples Get Together Acts 2:42-47 Introduction Acts 2 was called by J. D. Bales “The hub of the Bible”. Three thousand people responded to the gospel call, gave their lives to the Lord, were baptized and received forgiveness and the indwelling Holy Spirit. This infant ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Solitude 101

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 7, 2013

1) The Call to Solitude (Mark 6:30-31), and 2) The Challenge of Solitude (Mark 6:32-33), 3) The Compassion of Solitude (Mark 6:34)

Those who are successful learn how to be alone. Whether it is an artist with a canvas, an author staring at a page, a teacher making out a lesson plan or a businessperson reviewing accounts, they know that certain things must be done alone. From that time alone a painting can be put on public ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Other

Armor Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 4, 2015

1) The Shield of Faith (Ephesians 6:16) 2) The Helmet of Salvation (Ephesians 6:17a), 3) The Sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17b)

John Bunyan, the author of Pilgrim’s Progress, wrote another famous allegory entitled The Holy War.... He believed that God and Satan are locked in a titanic war in which the souls of humanity are at stake — that we are the principal players in a real war. ... Bunyan sought, by the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Other

Moving Forward To Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Jul 4, 2009

This is a full outline of Hebrews 6.

Moving Forward to Spiritual Maturity Hebrews Chapter Six Introduction: 1. In chapter five Paul showed us the Priesthood of Christ. a. Imperfect Priesthood of Aaron (vs. 1-4). i. Selected from men (v.1). ii. Sympathetic because of his own weakness (v.2). iii. Set apart by God (v.4). b. Perfect ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Active Life Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 28, 2014

How much time do you spend in front of the mirror? How often do you look in the mirror? What do you do with what you see there?

“Faith That Works: The Active Life” James 1:19-27 A young pastor’s wife came to her husband one day with a look of obvious concern. He lovingly inquired as to the problem. She replied that she had really been struggling lately with the sin of vanity. “How’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Strong Faith In A Faithful God

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 10, 2015

For faith to be true faith, it must be active faith. Its activity, however, must begin with prayer. This should precede any action. "I will cry," he says, "unto God most high."

STRONG FAITH IN A FAITHFUL GOD Text: "I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me." (Psalm 57:2) DAVID was in the cave of Adullam. He had fled from Saul, his ruthless foe, and had found shelter in the clefts of the rock. In the beginning of this psalm he rings the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:2

Denomination: Baptist

Siete Jovenes Equivocados

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 15, 2009

¿Cuál es la reacción del diablo a la mención de tu nombre? Sobre todo, nuestra relación con Cristo es lo que hace la diferencia.

Siete Jovenes Equivocados Hch. 19:13-19 13 ¶ Pero también algunos de los judíos, exorcistas ambulantes, se pusieron a invocar el nombre del Señor Jesús sobre los que tenían espíritus malos, diciendo: --¡Os conjuro por el Jesús que Pablo predica! 14 Eran siete hijos de un tal Esceva, un judío, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:13-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Good Investment With Good Returns Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jul 26, 2016

This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

10So he set out and went to Zarephath. When he came to the gate of the town, a widow was there gathering sticks; he called to her and said, ‘Bring me a little water in a vessel, so that I may drink.’ 11As she was going to bring it, he called to her and said, ‘Bring me a morsel of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance Through Struggles: The Final Victories Of Paul's Ministry

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 10, 2021

The Apostle Paul lived on the edge of death, that’s for sure. As he traveled from here to there, throughout his ministry he planted many churches.

“In ancient Rome, crowds by the tens of thousands would gather in the Colosseum to watch as Christians were torn apart by wild animals. Paul Rader, commenting on his visit to this famous landmark, said, "I stood uncovered to the heavens above, where He sits for whom they gladly died, and asked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:23, Acts 21:10-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Bearing Your Cross!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 13, 2018

What does it mean to "take up" or "bear" your cross? What does the Bible teach about "cross-bearing"?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Mark 8:34; 1 Corinthians 1:22-24 This morning I want us to look at a verse of Scripture, Mark 8:34. "Then Jesus called the crowd to Him along with His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34, 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk Like A Man

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 14, 2018

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity”. Masculinity only becomes toxic when men do not lead as God intends them to lead.

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity” , while there is a real application for this phrase, when applied to men who are violent, abusive, overly aggressive and overtly forceful. It is now being applied to all men. Modern society looks at the characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Loving And Serving God Through The Word!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 11, 2019

Teaching the Word of God in Bible Schools, Seminars and Churches, for many years I have begun each session with having the people make this confession. I will outline it here as the process goes from hearing to doing.

Loving and serving God through the Word! John 14:15 (KJV) If ye love me, keep my commandments. Teaching the Word of God in Bible Schools, Seminars and Churches, for many years I have begun each session with having the people make this confession. I will outline it here as the process goes from ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 119:11, Proverbs 18:21, Romans 10:8-17  (view more)  (view less)

God’s 3 Ways To Be Receive Blessings!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 5, 2019

GOD’S 3 WAYS TO BE RECEIVE BLESSINGS! If we follow these 3 steps not only does it open the door to blessings but you will certainly grow spiritually.

GOD’S 3 WAYS TO BE RECEIVE BLESSINGS! If we follow these 3 steps not only does it open the door to blessings but you will certainly grow spiritually. Revelation 1:3 (KJV) Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3, Romans 10:17, James 1:23, Psalm 119:11

Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 17, 2019

Jesus teaches us by expounding the interpretation of Scripture by emphasizing and contrasting our outward vs inward (spiritual) obedience.

Weekend Message/Devotion February 17, 2019 Matthew 5:21-24, 27-30, 33-37 Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us Jesus is actually confronting these areas of the Law and expounding the interpretation beyond that of the scribes. How and why is He doing this? The how is of great importance. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24, Matthew 5:27-30, Matthew 5:33-37, 1 John 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practice A Little Kindness

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

practice random acts of kindness in response to hostility, cruelty

I know most of you have heard the song 'Try a Little Tenderness'; well, today we are going to ‘practice a little kindness’. The media is noisy these days with opinions about controversial issues. People on both sides of these issues advocate for something they call “kindness.” But, what sort of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Episcopal