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Hungry For Faith

Contributed by William Nickles on May 4, 2003

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An encounter with Christ is essential for true faith to take shape. Our encounter with the world is then empowered by the Christ we meet at the table.

I made the point last week that poor ole doubting Thomas should not be singled out as the only disciple who had doubts about this new “resurrected” reality. Here is the rest of the story – as Paul Harvey would say – to vindicate Thomas. Verse 41 of today’s text clearly makes the point. “While in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48, Acts 3:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Tranquility To Captivity

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on May 4, 2003

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Paul’s transition from a time of tranquility to captivity actually served to take his ministry to a new realm of effectiveness.

From Tranquility to Captivity. Acts 21:1 After we had torn ourselves away from them, we put out to sea and sailed straight to Cos. The next day we went to Rhodes and from there to Patara. 2:We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail. 3:After sighting Cyprus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15, Acts 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Men Learning To Love

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 5, 2003

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Men learning to love

Topical Sermon: Men Learning to Love INTRODUCTION: Acts 13 and 14 tell the story of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey. They return to Antioch from their relief mission to Jerusalem to spend a considerable time with the Antioch Church in preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3, Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Praying The Hard Prayers Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2003

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2d in the series "Patterns for Prayer." The disciples’ prayer in Acts 4:23 gives us a pattern for praying for boldness in the face of persecution.

Introduction Zig Ziglar story of boy that went with his mother to the old general store. He liked to sneak away from his mother and when no one was looking he would dip his finger into the large barrel of molasses. The storekeeper caught him doing this and decided to teach the boy a lesson. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hope

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

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Finding hope, which is confidence in the Savior.

Title: Hope Text: Acts 2:22-39 Acts 2 has been called the record of the birthday of the church. This is true. It was the beginning of "the Way", as they called it. It was the beginning of the gospel of Christ being preached, that He was the resurrected Son of God. Peter preached statements ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reach Out To Total Strangers

Contributed by Charles Degner on May 5, 2003

based on 18 ratings

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The model of the book of Acts is clear. The apostles went with the gospel to people not just like themselves, but to stangers. That’s what love compels us to do!

Acts 11: 19-30 "Love" is one of those sadly misunderstood words in the human language today. What do people usually mean when they say they "love" something or someone? I consulted the American Heritage Dictionary of the Enlish Language. The definitions are ranked by how frequently they are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Deacons: God's Ministering Servants

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

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Learning what God wants from deacons.

Title: DEACONS: God’s Ministering Servants Text: Acts 6:1-6, Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Introduction: God is the God of organization and structure. ‒ It is seen in the universe around us. ‒ It is seen in nature. ‒ The human body itself is so structured. ‒ The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13, Acts 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Because Of Christ

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

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Standing for the cause of Christ.

Title: Because of Christ! Text: Acts 4:18-22 Introduction: Have your ever stood for something? --In high school they took our break, we boycotted lunch --No matter what you think of Promise Keepers, you have to admire their stand. --America was even founded by men with a cause!! 1. People ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Additions And Accusations

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on May 5, 2003

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Leaders are appointed to the church.

Additions and Accusations Acts 6:1-14 Jeff Hughes – April 27, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. Exponential church growth is a problem that the early church at Jerusalem had, and a problem that many churches today seek to have. The early church had grown to the point that all of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 5, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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Sermon 2 0f 5. Written and Preached by Steve Higgs of MCC. "What are some of the thoughts and images that come to your mind when you think about the word kingdom?"

Living In The Kingdom What are some of the thoughts and images that come to your mind when you think about the word kingdom? Some of you maybe struggle with the controlling side of life and you immediately think, “Well…. every kingdom needs a king and why not me?” You imagine yourself sitting on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Identity In Christ

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on May 5, 2003

based on 57 ratings

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Easter 3: We’re still celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection from the dead... and in this Resurrection, Christ offers us a new identity.

Jeff Foxworthy became famous with jokes based on the line, “You just might be a Redneck IF...” and then he would give you a stereotypical behavioral association. He would say stuff like: ·“You just might be a Redneck IF...You use your fishing license as a form of identification.” ·“You just might ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Repent

Contributed by Al Lowe on May 7, 2003

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The Believer must Spiritually Repent

Acts 3:12-19 PROPOSITION: The believer must spiritually repent. OBJECTIVE: To understand the concept of repent. The gist of this section of scripture is Peter and John’s healing experience and Peter’s second sermon. There are no less than three major themes presented here. In no particular ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on May 8, 2003

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50-DAYS TO PENTECOST Jesus offers "living water" to those who are thirsty. What prerquisites did Jesus say were necesary in order to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

✎ When was the last time you fed a baby oatmeal? Peaches or applesauce? How about my all time favorite green beans or peas? Regardless of what you may be serving when your baby does not want to eat his or her entire body gets engaged in the struggle. The jaws become cast iron letting ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Acts 2:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Responsibility

Contributed by Paul George on May 8, 2003

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Most Christians agree daily reading of the Bible is a right and responsibility

A CHRISTIAN RIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITY Acts 17:11 Most Christians agree in order to assure spiritual growth Christians should read the Bible daily. They should verify what they have been taught. Luke tells us the Bereans were more noble-mind in their character shown by their open-mindedexamination ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Holiness

Christ, The Good Shepherd

Contributed by William Baeta on May 9, 2003

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“I am the good shepherd; and I know my sheep, and am known by my own. As the Father knows me, even so I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep” John 10:14-15.

Theme: Christ the good Shepherd Text: Acts 4:5-12; 1 Jn. 3:1-2; Jn. 10:11-18 We all learn by example and this is the way children easily pick up the habits of adults. A young couple returning home from work one afternoon opened their front door only to hear their nine-year-old son and seven year ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18, Acts 4:5-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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