Sermons on Acts 1:8:

Your Heavenly Language

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 30, 2015

The proper uses of speaking in an unknown (to the speaker) language, both in private, and in public settings.

Heavenly Languages Explained Pastor Eric J. Hanson May 24, 2015 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is a good time to remember what happened on the first Pentecost after the resurrection and ascension of the Lord, and to consider what these things means for us now. Let’s review Acts 1:1-14 so as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Like Ripples In A Pond Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 31, 2016

Community, A Mission Plan, Urgency

A PARTNERSHIP WITH PURPOSE - Like Ripples in a Pond Acts 1:1-11 (p. 758) November 6, 2016 Introduction: Go back with me in scripture to a time at the end of Jesus’ physical ministry here on earth…He’s shared the passover meal with His followers in the upper ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Ready For Christmas (Updated)

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 30, 2016

With Christmas right around the corner, it got me thinking about how we as Christians ought to prepare for the spiritual side of Christmas. In this message I’d like to share four (4) distinct ways based on those who were there and what they did. Plus a Special ending "Overshadowed"

Getting Ready for Christmas Watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YW1yvKZGFmY Christmas is right around the corner and already as a society we’ve endured a month of Black Friday, a time when we can get the best deals on our Christmas giving. This got me thinking about how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 1:35, Luke 1:46-49, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Foursquare

Bridges And Ditches: The Wind Of The Spirit (Sermon #5 Of 5) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 31, 2015

The essential and non-negotiable role (need) for the Holy Spirit in the church's mission.

WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIP Good morning. I am so honored that you have chosen to worship with us today. I believe God has a orchestrated this appointment and we take it very seriously. Today we will conclude our emphasis from the Book of Acts on evangelism. And we will wrap it up by looking at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Nazarene

How Does The Church Make Disciples? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 16, 2015

Today we want to look at the corporate aspect of disciple making by answering the question, “How does the Church Make Disciples?”

Sermon Notes February 15, 2015 FBCam Jesus Christ: Disciple-Maker How Does a Church Make Disciples? Acts 1:1-8 Last week we discussed “How Can I make disciples?” Today we want to look at the corporate aspect of disciple making by answering the question, “How does the Church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Super: Naturally! How To Add God's Super To Your Natural

Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 17, 2015

God’s desire is that His church would walk in the Spirit, living the Spirit-filled life, and bearing the fruit of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

SUPER: NATURALLY! #1: ADD GOD’S SUPER TO YOUR NATURAL (Without Being Weird) INTRO TO TOPIC: A LOOK AT SUPERMAN: • Superman is one of my favourite superheroes. Comics, movies, TV shows. • When I was a kid I wanted to be Superman. S on T-shirts and red capes. Why? • Mild ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Missing God Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 18, 2015

The Holy Spirit takes an active role in the life of the Spirit filled believer to help care for their soul. He does this in many ways and His names reflect how He works in the life of the church, the believer and the unbeliever.

Video Illustration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIzHb9YNEOY Sermon Series: Soul Care and the Holy Spirit Thesis: The Holy Spirit takes an active role in the life of the Spirit filled believer to help care for their soul. He does this in many ways and His names reflect how He works in the life ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promise, Power, And Person!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 23, 2019

PROMISE, POWER, AND PERSON of the Holy Spirit. In this outline we briefly share 3 points of the work of the Holy Spirit to help the church be living testimonies to the world.

PROMISE, POWER, AND PERSON! John 16:7-13 (KJV) 7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. 8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-13, Acts 1:8, John 14:17, Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Which Kingdom Do You Serve?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2019

Will the kingdom you serve fall or remain forever?

Acts 5:34-39 34 Then stood there up one in the council, a Pharisee, named Gamaliel, a doctor of the law, had in reputation among all the people, and commanded to put the apostles forth a little space; 35 And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:34-39, Acts 1:6-8, Hebrews 12:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Possible Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 21, 2019

We’re called to witness where we are, but not stay where we are.

Mission Possible Rev. Brian Bill Acts 1:6-11 September 21-22, 2019 Sermon Bumper: Tell Me A witness is simply someone who speaks from personal experience about what is true. How are you doing at telling people the truth about Jesus? A first-hand witness reports what was personally seen, heard ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 16: Expound A Pericope Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 22, 2018

The value of a pericope in preaching

Lesson Goal In this lesson I want to encourage the use of pericopes in preaching. Lesson Intro Have you ever sat through a Bible flipping sermon, where the preacher turns to several Scriptures, ripping them out of their context. The only relationship between the Scriptures is that they all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be Witnesses Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 27, 2017

God calls us all to be Jesus' witness to a lost and dying world. It is a command of Jesus. Will we "deliver the mail" or stash it away?

Acts 1:4–8 (NKJV) OPENING ILL: In 1994 Congress investigates the mail system after millions of undelivered letters are uncovered in Washington. During a surprise audit, the U.S. Postal Service discovered that some local managers had temporarily stashed unprocessed mail in parked trailers so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

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

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