Sermons on Acts 1:8-2:41:

Resolution 2022 "Unity In The Community”

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 7, 2022

This is a word, if the church is ever going to grow and grow the way I believe God wants us to grow and impact the way we say we want to see our communities impacted, that we need to apply to all our lives today.

Resolution 2022, “Unity in the Community” Ephesians 4:1-5 NKJ I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavoring to keep the unity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1, Genesis 11:4, Acts 2:1, Psalm 84:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Mystery And Wonderment Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 10, 2022

Mystery has been defined as: "Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain." Wonderment is described as a state of awed admiration and respect.

Albert Einstein, the German-born theoretical physicist once remarked: “The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. He to whom the emotion is a stranger, who can no longer pause to wonder and stand wrapped in awe, is as good as dead; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:2-3, Ephesians 1:9-10, Acts 2:22, Ephesians 3:5

The Proclamation Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 14, 2022

Based on Acts 2:14-41 - Encouragers the hearers to consider Peter's sermon on the Day of Pentecost & the importance of the Church today proclaiming the Gospel.

“THE PROCLAMATION” Acts 2:14-41 FBCF – 2/13/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Ads in Super Bowl tonight will cost $7 million for a 30-sec commercial. Companies will pay this because they know the power of advertising & the importance of getting their message out. 70s & 80s advertising: - Perfume ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Baptist

You Don't Look Like Your Picture!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 18, 2022

The first church was powerful for the cause of Christ. When we match the present churches to that earliest congregation, we are often compelled to confess that we don't look like we are their descendants. It is past time for us to take steps to correct this situation.

“In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 21, 2022

From three of the gospel writers we find “four” accounts of the Great Commission. As we examine each account, we gain a better understanding of what Jesus requires, and what we are able to accomplish through the Lord’s power.

This morning we are going to look at four separate passages on what is known among believers as The Great Commission. The Great Commission is all about missions, since the word “commission” contains the word “mission” in it. Now, that word “commission” means, “charge, order, or mandate.”(1) This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-18, Luke 24:46-48, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Power Grab Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 1 - A Power Grab I. Introduction It may be truth. It may simply be legend, but either way it is a story worth retelling. I have told it to you before but stay with me. Harry Houdini, the famed escape artist, issued a challenge wherever he went. He could be locked in any jail cell in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overshadowed

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 11, 2022

A Short teaching on being Overshadowed by the Holy Spirit

Overshadowed When we think about a shadow, we generally think of something dark and sinister just lurking outside our sight, and it fills us with fear. The idea or the link between shadows and fear is seen in the statement made where a person is afraid of their own shadow. We see such fear when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35, Acts 1:8, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Foursquare

The Night Jesus Was Born

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 14, 2022

This message will answer the following questions: Who should be told about the birth of the Savior? What did the shepherds do after they left Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus? What did Mary do? What other events might Mary have pondered in her heart?

Who should be told about the birth of the Savior? (Luke 2:8-16) God chose to tell His good news to the lowly. He sent His angels with the message to shepherds, who were watching their sheep in the fields that night. An angel said, "A Savior, who is Christ the Lord, has been born today in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Luke 1:26-37, Luke 1:31, Luke 1:35, Luke 1:42, Luke 1:39-45, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:25-38, Matthew 2:1-11, Matthew 2:13-14, Matthew 2:16-18, Matthew 2:19-23, John 19:25-27, Acts 1:3, 1 Corinthians 15:6, Acts 1:6-14, Acts 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 15, 2022

No matter what situation you find yourself in this Christmas, please believe that God loves you, that God wants to use you, and that God can use you. Then let God use you for His glory.

Philip Griffin, senior pastor of the Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wisconsin, describes a lost dog sign he once saw. There was a big cash reward for whoever found the lost dog, and a description of the dog. It read: "He's only got three legs, he's blind in the left eye, he's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Ephesians 1:6, Matthew 28:19, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 16, 2022

We truly are better together.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - Speak on the goodness of our being together this morning - This series called “We Are Better Together” - Intentional in pointing our minds to unity as a church family and as part of the churches of Christ. LOVE THY NEIGHBOR The offense: A 24-year-old man Filo ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Leads To Salvation Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 29, 2022

The cross leads to salvation.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION RECAP OF LESSONS IN SERIES - The Cross is a Foolish Message (1 Corinthians – message is foolish to a world that is perishing) - The Cross Gives Us Endurance (we run this race in this world and are able to overcome obstacles, fear, weariness) - The Cross Has Enemies (With ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-42, Isaiah 53:3-6, Galatians 2:20-21, 1 Peter 2:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stuck In The Middle Of Good And Evil Games

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Aug 18, 2021

Is there a battle going on between God and Satan? Is there a competition of intelligence -like a chess game. You're left thinking that there’s a chance that the devil might win. But is this what's going on?

Stuck In the Middle of Good and Evil Games Far too often do we see the concept that in this world is a battle going on between God and Satan. It's in the movies and in TV shows all saying that there is this fight It’s portrayed as a competition of intelligence -like a chess game. And your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-2, Habakkuk 1:12, 1 Timothy 1:17, Isaiah 40:28, Colossians 1:16, Job 1:6-7, Psalm 3:3, Romans 8:28, 1 Peter 5:10-11, Revelation 21:3-5, Revelation 20:10, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Acts 1:10-11, James 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Sounds Of Pentecost.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 20, 2021

The Holy Spirit baptism is and always has been the empowerment for evangelism. Jesus made clear to his disciples the purpose of the infilling of the Holy Spirit they soon were to receive.

The Sounds Of Pentecost. Acts 1:8TPT The Holy Spirit baptism is and always has been the empowerment for evangelism. Jesus made clear to his disciples the purpose of the infilling of the Holy Spirit they soon were to receive. Jesus said, Acts 1:8TPT But I promise you this—the Holy Spirit will come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 24:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Now?

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Did you read something new? Familiar passage with new eyes? I hope you did?

On the Sunday following Resurrection Sunday, I expressed my concern of how we’ve had this climactic week, then we go back to “business as usual”. I didn’t realize until this week, that we see this very thing in Acts. Our key passage today will be in Acts 2:1-4, but I want us to begin in Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

It's All About Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 18, 2023

Unity is all about Jesus. What exactly is it that makes us "ONE" as a Church?

(This sermon was given at our annual "Unity Service" where our Spanish, Creole, Burmese and English speaking members join in Worship. Scriptures, songs and prayers were offered in different languages and the sermon was tranlated from English into the other langauges). OPEN: A mom looked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ