Sermons on Acts 1:6:

Our Caring God Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 26, 2018

God does not give up on us.

[Song – Call to Worship; Scripture Reading (Acts 1.6-11); Prayer 1. Acts 1.6-11 a. Last words of Jesus according to Luke b. Importance of last words—dying man to son, “Take care of your mother.” c. Nathan Hale (1755-1776) – "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country." d. Red ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Sent My Apostles With A Great Commission Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

How the Great Commission was carried out

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. I Gave the Great Commission Five Different Times In Separate Locations. 1. The lack of learning readiness by My disciples. They were spiritually blinded and had tunnel vision about ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19, Mark 16:14-16, Matthew 28:16-20, Luke 24:46-50, Acts 1:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Lords Provisions Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Nov 11, 2018

First lesson in the series on Acts, on God's Provisions as they begin their journey.

Lessons From The Early Church The Lord’s Provisions Acts 1:1-11 Over the next couple of weeks we are going to be looking at the early church here in Acts. In a series I am calling “Lessons From The Early Church.” This morning we are looking at “The Lord’s Provisions” As we get into Acts I want ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ye Shall Receive Power Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 20, 2018

To establish Jesus’ promise to the apostles that “ye shall receive power after that the Holy Ghost comes upon you,” this promise was fulfilled on the first Pentecost, after Christ's resurrection and ascension into the heavens. This truth is impossible for the true believer to deny.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Joel’s Prophecy: “I will pour out of my Spirit.” 2. John’s Prediction: “Ye shall be baptized.” 3. Jesus’ Promise: “Ye shall receive power.” Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “Ye shall receive power.” This lesson will address the “who” it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8, Acts 2:1-18, Joel 2:28-29, Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unstoppable - A Gospel Movement Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 10, 2018

The first message in the book of Acts

UNSTOPPABLE – The Gospel Movement 9/17/17 Acts 1:1-11; 2:1-41 Can you think of anything in life that’s unstoppable? I know it seems Hurricane Irma is unstoppable – but it’ll soon come to pass. By definition if something is unstoppable then it can’t be stopped (I know… Profound!). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Church On Mission

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

a. The church age was ushered in because of God’s people praying, in unity, setting the world aside.

I. They were filled (in submission to) with the Spirit. (1:4) A. Filled means to be in submission. B. Care for spiritual things rather than worldly things. C. (Romans 8:5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Spreading The Word Sermon I: How It Is Possible Against Such Odds Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, the spreading of the Good News of God's love in Christ is our unfinished task from which mature Christians will not shrink or be silenced.

HOW IS IT POSSIBLE TO SPREAD THE GOOD NEWS AGAINST SUCH ODDS? There was no doubt about the empty tomb! The question for the Jewish hierarchy was how to control and shape the narrative to explain away even the possibility of a resurrection - to discourage Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-14, Acts 2:22-38

Star Gazers Or Earth Shakers?

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 9, 2020

When Jesus ascended, the apostles kept staring up at the clouds -- even after He was out of sight. Two angels felt it necessary to reprimand them and get them moving toward their true mission, the saving of lost souls. This message will nudge you to that!

STAR GAZERS OR EARTH SHAKERS? Acts 1:6-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR A family had a reunion on a Saturday in California. On Sunday they all went to church. During the opening hymn, an earthquake hit. The building shook, the overhead lights swung back & forth. In true California style, they never ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seed Of Promise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 31, 2017

Jesus came to do 2 things: save the lost and build His church. But how was He going to build His church and what tool did He give us to use to help Him do that?

There’s a true story about a young boy named “Greggy” who was playing on beach. He spent long hours working on intricate sand castles; whole cities would appear beneath his hands. But then one day, some bullies came along and the kicked and smashed them all. And they did this day after day after ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

While Waiting On God, I Can... Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 29, 2020

This is the 1st sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#1] WHILE WAITING ON GOD, I CAN… Acts 1:1-26 Introduction: Have you ever been forced to sit and wait on something? (Everyone should be saying yes. We are all waiting to see what will happen with COVID-19; and how it will continue to affect us.) I hate waiting. Unfortunately, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strengthened Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 30, 2020

The disciples were strengthened by the presence of the risen Christ, the promise of the Holy Spirit and the hope of the returning Christ.

As you know by now, we are suspending all our services and gatherings because of the COVID-19 pandemic, until 30 April, pending further updates from the government. • Small groups of 10 and below can still meet but will have to keep to the safe distancing and other precautionary measures, now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Luke 1:1-4, Luke 24:30-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Easter Witness Of God's Love

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Apr 19, 2020

What is Easter all about? What does Jesus' death and resurrection mean for our lives? These are the central questions of the seven-week Easter season. We may not be able to fully understand the meaning of these questions answers, but that does not stop us from bearing witness to those answers.

What is Easter all about? What does Jesus’ death and resurrection mean for our lives? These are the questions that have been on my mind and heart this past week. Is Easter a one-day holiday in the spring where we simply gather with family for a nice meal, maybe exchange small gifts, hunting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Waiting Witnesses

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 26, 2020

We are the Waiting Witnesses of Jesus Christ. We await his return, we witness to the truth about Jesus while we are here.

WAITING WITNESSES Acts 1:1-11 Introduction What do you say after Easter? After the greatest earth-shaking event ever to happen on our planet? The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is the game-changer - the moment that the power of God and the divinity of Jesus was forever proven. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In God's Waiting Room

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 27, 2020

A sermon from Acts 1 to encourage believers to think about reasons that God tells us to wait

“IN GOD’S WAITING ROOM” Acts 1:1-14 FBCF – 4/22/20 Midweek Service Jon Daniels INTRO – Most of us do not enjoy sitting in a waiting room. - Dr. office or hospital waiting room - Getting oil changed or car repaired - Some type of business or work appointment - Right now, we are ALL in a waiting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Post Easter Identity Crisis And Tarzan!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 27, 2019

Now what has Tarzan got to do with the Post Easter days the Saviour spent on Earth before His ascension? Well...read on...

POST EASTER “IDENTITY CRISIS” AND "TARZAN"!!! Let me begin with a Tarzan story! Well, this is as real as it is surreal. Johnny Weissmuller, the Champion Olympic swimmer who donned the role of Tarzan the ape man in the Silver screen with as much aplomb in 1930s & 40s’ as he dominated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:10, Acts 1:6

Denomination: *other