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The Power Of An Acts 1:8 Church Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 9, 2005

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A simple study of Acts 1:1-8.

The Power of An Acts 1:8 Church (Acts 1:1-8) First message in a series through Acts 1. Jesus Models the Holy Spirit’s Presence(Verse 3) To those He also presented Himself alive… appearing to them over a period of forty days. Wow, it seems to me that Jesus literally modeled the presence of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What I Can Do While Waiting On God

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 4, 2005

based on 440 ratings

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Waiting for God doesn’t mean sitting around doing nothing… it means doing what we can, while we can, as best we can…while always being careful to not run ahead of God

“What I Can Do While Waiting On God” Acts 1:1-4 OPENING JOKE: A group of travelers were being made to wait on their airplane, which was late due to another flight being canceled. The crowd looked horrible and impatient as the time went on and on. Finally an angry passenger pushed his way to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-4, Acts 26:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acts The Beginning Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 4, 2005

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In the book of Acts we see the beginning movement of God’s chariot of the Gospel called the Church. In the first chapter of Acts we see the church in training, transition, and ultimately under the control of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION: In the book of Acts we see the beginning movement of God’s chariot of the Gospel called the Church. It is a book about transformation and growth. From infancy in Jerusalem on through its adulthood having reached the capital of the known world Rome. We see the gospel grow through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of The Spirit

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005

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Before the followers of Christ could be His witnesses, they needed the power of the Spirit.

Author: Luke He was a MEDICAL DOCTOR: "the beloved physician" (Col. 4:14). He was a COMPANION OF PAUL: "Only Luke is with me" (2 Tim. 4:11). He was a GENTILE. The Book of Acts is really a SEQUEL to the Gospel of Luke. "The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus of all that Jesus BEGAN both to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Of The Holy Spirit (Korean)

Contributed by David Kim on Jan 23, 2005

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Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wait On The Lord Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

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This sermon is an introduction to the book of Acts and an encouragement that through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit we can be Great Commission Christians.

Wait on the Lord – Acts 1:1-8, The Holy Spirit gave them the power to: I. Share it personally (“it” being the gospel) (Acts 2:14 Peter’s sermon and then all that follow) II. Spread it widely a. Jerusalem (Acts 2:14) b. Judea and Samaria (Acts 8) c. The uttermost parts of the earth (Acts 9 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Living Acts Chapter 29 Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

based on 28 ratings

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Introduction to a study through the book of Acts. Each day we get up and write our own verse of Acts 29. . . does it look like Acts 1-28? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Living Acts Chapter 29 Start series by saying “Turn to Acts 29, please. . .” They can’t, there isn’t one! We are responsible to LIVE Acts 29. Each day we get up, and we pick up a pen and paper, and we write our verse of chapter 29. What does it say? Does it look like the first 28 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2005

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How do Jesus’ prior acts prepare us for what the Spirit will do in His physical absence? 8 ways in which the Stage is Set for the Spirit of God

SETTING THE STAGE FOR THE SPIRIT OF GOD—Acts 1:1-3 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of Jesus earthly acts/ministry. There is an account of Jesus’ acts which precedes the acts recorded in this account. How do Jesus’ prior acts prepare us for what the Spirit will do in His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

All New

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 20, 2004

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Introduction to study of Acts....two realities of building the kingdom of God....The blocks, God’s orders, and the mortar, our simple obedience.

THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships July 18, 2004 1The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2until the day when He was taken up to heaven, after He had by the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Jul 23, 2004

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The Kingdom of God from Acts 1

Acts 1:1-2, “1Dear Theophilus:In my first book I told you about everything Jesus began to do and teach 2until the day he ascended to heaven after giving his chosen apostles further instructions from the Holy Spirit.” Luke here is reiterating everything he already said in Luke. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On Mission With God

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jul 25, 2004

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Four reasons we can be on mission with God

Acts 1:1-14 On Mission with God Introduction Perhaps one of the most dynamic stories in all of history is that of the followers of Jesus, those who constituted His first church turning the world upside down. It is in reality an account of a church with humble beginnings on mission with God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

We Have A Job To Do Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 29, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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Jesus left this world to prepare a place for us. He left us with marching orders that keep us busy till he returns. Luke’s inspired message of Acts reminds us of our task and our strength in Christ.

Acts 1:1-11 We have a job to do. Scott Bayles, from the Church of Christ at Freeport Illinois said something like this: The average Christian in America has heard over 4000 sermons, sung over 20,000 songs, participated in over 8000 public prayers… and converted zero sinners to Christ. He also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Mission Really Complete?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 3, 2005

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When Jesus ascended into heaven, what did he want his disciples to be concerned about? Do we pick up where He left off?

Is the Mission Really Complete? Pastor Glenn Newton April 1, 2005 Acts 1:1-11 Very few of us ever enjoy the luxury of coming to the end of even our most productive day & saying, "It is finished. I’m through. I’ve accomplished everything I set out to do today." But Jesus could do that. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Is Politically Correct Spirituality So Unsatisfying? (Acts - Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

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taking out cues from the early church...

Why is Politically Correct Spirituality so Unsatisfying? Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, yet Radically Christian” Part 1 Pastor Jeff Christopherson - January 12, 2003 Acts 1:1-11 -I’m excited about Acts… C.D’s available I. How we became ‘politically correct’: Philosophy: from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Hear Jesus Say ‘goodbye'”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2006

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Luke’s account of Jesus’ ascension into heaven gives us a "goodbye" unlike any we have ever heard.

“Good-bye! It was great visiting with you. Let’s keep in touch! See you in a few months!” Without bringing tears to the eyes of those of you who hate to say goodbye I want all of you to bring to mind a time when you were saying goodbye to family or friends. What were some of the things that you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

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