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  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    The Committee.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 21, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,872 views

    The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations.

    The committee. Acts 8:1 -- 25. 12/17/03 The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations. What the devil meant for harm, the Lord just turned around for good. Some of the believers had to flee ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Please Explain Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,804 views

    The Ethiopian Eunuch didn’t understand the Bible until someone explained it to him. The whole Bible points to Jesus’ life death and resurrection.

    In a few minutes we’ll say the creed, as we do most weeks, and we’ll repeat these words almost without thinking: "For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again - in accordance with the Scriptures." I wonder whether we ever stop ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jeff Christopherson avatar

    How To Handle The Temptations Of Power (Acts - Part 14) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,005 views

    The key to handling power is to understand what power is - and what power does...

    How to Handle the Temptations of Power Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 14 Pastor Jeff Christopherson April 13, 2003 Acts 8:4-25 I. Understand What Power Is: Power is not neutral. Power is the potential to create or destroy. Examples: • Adam ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    Here's A Real Bargain

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 22,182 views

    We should examine the reality of faith.

    HERE’S A REAL BARGAIN Acts 8.9-25 S: Holy Spirit C: True faith Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE SHOULD EXAMINE THE REALITY OF FAITH. Type: Inductive, Narrative I. SIMON (9-11) II. SAVIOR (12-13) III. SALVATION (14-17) IV. SIMONY (18-19) V. SENTENCE (20-24) VI. SUCCESS (25) PA: How is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fredericks avatar

    3 Counter Offensives Of The Church

    Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,415 views

    The church is not a fortress, but a force, and therefore must implement 3 counteroffensives in response to our enemy’s attacks!

    The Church’s Three Counteroffensives to Our Enemies Attacks Acts 8 17 Nov 2002 INTRODUCTION: We are going to return to our broad outline for understanding Acts, you’ll remember the theme is THE START OF SOMETHING GREAT. While our three major points were: 1. Being a witness in Jerusalem (1:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Neil Richardson avatar

    Lessons From Philip

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,454 views

    Even though the believers were scattered through persecution, Philip went about doing good and preaching the good news and leading many to Christ.

    Summer Survival: lessons from Philip in Acts 8 Who was he? Not Philip the apostle, but one of the deacons, "seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom" who were appointed to distribute food fairly amongst the Jewish and Gentile widows of the early church in Jerusalem (Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    True Or False - Counterfiet Christianity Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,181 views

    the difference between true faith and false faith

    Counterfeit Christianity True Or False? Courage comes with True Faith Insecurity comes with False Faith Christ is the object of True Faith Self is the object of False Faith Joy is the result of True Faith Bitterness is the result of False Faith Slide 1 Have you ever met someone who claimed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    The Amazing Incredible Flexible Philip Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,741 views

    Does life happen to you or do you happen to life? See how Philip adjusted to changing life circumstances and how learning from him can help us cope too.

    How you look at life really can determine whether you act on life or life acts on you. Is life a series of unrelated coincidences? Is it the cosmos is conspiring to bring about the most pain and suffering possible? Is it something you command like an army to bend to your will? None of these are ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Richard White avatar

    And The Gospel Goes On Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Aug 28, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,485 views

    The theme of Acts is not just the works of the apostles but that nothing stops God from spreading His word.

    And the Gospel goes on. Acts 8:1-24 Very anticlimactically written, from this point on there is a shift from Peter and John to a man named Saul. Saul is introduced as being present when Stephen was stoned and that he gave his approval. Dr. Luke gives us insight into Saul and then will compare it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    A False Faith Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 8, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,149 views

    The devil does not mind a person having a faith, going to church, being religious, doing deeds of service, using Christian vocabulary as long as that person does not experience saving faith in Jesus Christ and His merits.

    A Close Look At A Phony Acts 8:9-25 FALSE HONESTY Several years ago, in Long Beach, California, a fellow went into a fried chicken place and bought a couple of chicken dinners for himself and his date late one afternoon. The young woman at the counter inadvertently gave him the proceeds from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    In Step With The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007
     | 3,990 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is the fourteenth in my series on the Book of Acts.

    In Step with the Spirit Acts 8:1b-40 August 12, 2007 Raised a Baptist, I’ve still got Baptist feet. In other words, you don’t want to see me try to dance. That doesn’t mean I don’t have rhythm; I’m okay there, but dance? No. I’ve never laughed as much in my life, I don’t think, as I did a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Faith That Doesn't Save Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,640 views

    Don’t be misguided on where you will spend eternity. Only true faith, will set you free.

    Intro One of the most fearful realities in all of scriptures is that some who think they are saved will be eternally lost. They think they are on the narrow path that leads to heaven, but in reality they are on the broad path of religion that leads to destruction. Once day they will hear the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Getting Sinners Lost

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 25, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,225 views

    A message to today’s church member who does not realize that they might be lost!

    GETTING SINNERS LOST Acts 8:5-25 INTRO: Before anyone can be saved, they must first know that they are Lost!! Church members need to realize that some of them are lost. Today, we will see the tragic story of an unconverted church member. I. SIMON’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Haguewood avatar

    Can We Fall

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 22, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,153 views

    Is the claim, "Once Saved, Always Saved" accuate, this sermon investigates this topic and answers this question

    CAN WE FALL? Text: Acts 8:1-24 INTRODUCTION: 1. Many groups today believe in the doctrine that once you are saved, you are always saved. 2. In other words, they do not believe that a person can become lost once they have acquired salvation. 3. We answered the question, “Can you be separated from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The First False Believer Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 3, 2008
     | 4,469 views

    Exposition of Acts 8:5-25 about the false profession of Simon Magus, and some indicators of true faith

    Text: Acts 8:5-25, Title: The First False Believer, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/30/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about Dr Bennett and tell of his estimation of the greatest heresy plaguing Southern Baptists today. Talk about the list of names that need to be removed from off of our church roll, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist