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Jesus Gives Two "Cans" To Those Who Think "I Can't"

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 21, 2003

based on 94 ratings

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how Jesus enabled his disciples to carry on after his ascension

June 1, 2001 Acts 1:1-14 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he showed himself to these men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is Coming Again

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 22, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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His first coming brought you liberation, His second coming is going to bring you transformation. His first coming brought heaven down to you; His second coming will bring you up to heaven.

Christmas Is Coming Again Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1 – 11 Introduction There is clear evidence that we are in the throes of the holiday season. It actually started the day after Thanksgiving. Someone even said that preparations where even being made after Halloween. Have you caught the fever ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"So, What Now?"

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 28, 2003

based on 19 ratings

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After the ascension and before Pentecost, the disciples seemed to have the attitude "so, what do we do now?"

Title: "So, What Now?" Text: Acts 1:12-26 Introduction In the days following the Ascension and prior to the coming of the Holy Spirit, the disciples seemed to have the attitude, "So, what do we do now?" QUOTE: William P Barker wrote, "If the last mighty act of God had been the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Nazarene

What Kind Of Church Will We Be? Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 28, 2003

based on 121 ratings

| 10,464 views

My heart aches for a glimpse, for a taste of what that Day of Pentecost was all about. And you know what, I have Hope that we will experience it, here, in our church, in our town, in our own families, with our own friends, with our neighbors.

AC 2:36 "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ." AC 2:37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, "Brothers, what shall we do?" AC 2:38 Peter replied, "Repent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Nazarene

What's So Important About Pentecost? Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 28, 2003

based on 234 ratings

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A look at the importance of this sometimes missed church holiday.

WHAT’S SO IMPORTANT ABOUT PENTECOST? ACTS 2:1-13 INTRODUCTION…Power for the Church by unknown Power can be used in at least two ways: it can be unleashed, or it can be harnessed. The energy in ten gallons of gasoline instance, can be released explosively by dropping a lighted match into the can. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Your Style (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 12,227 views

One of the keys to participating in evangelism is to figure out how God can use your personality and gifts to make an impact in the lives of others. While Peter was quite confrontational in his approach, Paul utilized a more intellectual line of reasonin

Discovering Your Style, Part 1 Rev. Brian Bill 2/25/01 Sometimes pastors take some heat for speaking too long. One long-winded minister was preaching away when a woman remembered that she had left the Sunday dinner in the oven. She hastily wrote a note and slipped it to her husband, who was an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

"Is Our Guest Room Prepared?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 29, 2003

based on 30 ratings

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The business of the in-between.

Acts 1:1-11 “Is Our Guest Room Prepared?” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One of the top priorities for people who are shopping for a home is to be sure that there is an extra bedroom… …a place where they can put an extra bed, nightstand, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Not Able To Be Kept Down

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 18, 2002

based on 38 ratings

| 4,855 views

Because of the resurrection of Christ, we can now display the certainties of Easter faith.

Easter Sunday April 12, 1998 INTRODUCTION 28 years in a cave. That’s how long Shoikoi Yokoi was in hiding. 28 years. Near the end of WWII, as a Japanese soldier, he was stationed on the island of Guam. In fear that defeat would mean capture by American forces, he ran into the jungle and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What's Stopping You?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

based on 27 ratings

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Looking at what the Spirit did for Peter at Pentecost, can encourage us to accomplish great things for God!

"WHAT’S STOPPING YOU?" Acts 2: 14-41 I) Intro: A) Obstacles into Opportunities (Local illustrations work best) II) Text: (Joke about length…remember the text is a sermon) A) Recap 1) Spirit came upon them / other tongues 2) Being made fun of B) Peter Defends position 1) Not drunk… 2) Uses text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

"Needs And Wants"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

based on 9 ratings

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Before it was even caled the "church" the church has been finding ways to meet the needs of people. But what about our wants?

"NEEDS AND WANTS" Acts 2: 42-47 I) Intro A) An "I need" illustration from kids childhood (Kids says, "I need" and the parent says, "you need? Or you want?") II) Text: RECAP: 3000 accepted Christ. Church jumped from 120 to 3000 in one day! A) Snapshot 1) Did not reject Jewish religion a) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Who Wouldn't Want To Be A Part Of This? Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 20, 2002

based on 91 ratings

| 5,449 views

Truly authentic biblical community is irrestible.

The Greatest Place on Earth – Part 3 January 27, 2002 Big Idea: Truly authentic biblical community is irresistible. INTRODUCTION In the Bible, Acts chapter 2 records a most incredible day. Less than two months after the public execution of Jesus – 50 days after his crucifixion to be exact – ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Acts 4:32-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing Deeper & Reaching Wider

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

based on 46 ratings

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Challenge to congregation to follow pattern for church growth in Acts 2

GROWING DEEPER, REACHING WIDER Text: Acts 2:42-47 I. GROWING DEEPER A. Who needs to grow deeper? 1. People who had just receive Christ. 2. People who are suffering from trials and persecution. 3. People who live and work among unbelievers. 4. People who are in the service. 5. All Christians need to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Hockey: Some Things We Have To Do Together Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002

based on 35 ratings

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The third in my series on the Winter Games, looks at the things in our Christian Walk that we need to as a team.

Of all the events of the winter Olympics and there are 15 main events in all, plus their sub events, there is one event that seems to spark our country’s collective psyche like none other and that is the Men’s Hockey. From the choice of the 1980 American Hockey Team for lighting the flame this year ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

Church Growth By God's Word

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 27, 2002

based on 5 ratings

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As God Word increased, the church in the book of Acts increased.

Careful examination of the New Testament church depicts a vibrant, sustenant, and growing body, whose strength can largely be contributed to the powerful preaching of the apostolic message. This preaching, though basic in theme, was the solid foundation upon which Christ built His church. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Formative Fellowship Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 4, 2002

based on 245 ratings

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God uses the fellowship of other christians to form us into mature Christians

Habits that Lead to Christian Maturity Lent 2002 Formative Fellowship Acts 2 The need for Maturity: In Romania, after communism fell, we in the west became aware of the many orphans there who were basically warehoused in huge orphanages. They were vastly understaffed. So the babies, while they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-46, 1 John 1:3-7

Denomination: *other

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