Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Acts 1:1-8:

showing 16-30 of 1,118
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Clear Scripture Filters

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    The Begining Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jun 24, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,009 views

    Ovireview of the Book of Acts - Begingng of a series. The idea that the letter is written to you and me and perhaps other purposes too.

    We are going to do something a little different for our sermon time. At least it is different for me. For the next while, at least through the Fall we are going to remain in one book of the Bible. That means that when you arrive Each Sunday you will already know which book and chapter of the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brad Rigney avatar

    Jesus Promises: He Is Coming Back

    Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 24, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,843 views

    This sermon takes the three promises of Jesus in Acts 1 and focuses on the fact that we can Rely on His Promise to REturn. We can be assured that Jesus will come back Personally, Visibly and Suddenly!

    Jesus Promises: I will be Back Acts 1:1-11 Intro.: A. There are some passages in Scripture that as you read them and study them, you really wish you could have been there personally! I would have loved to been there to witness Jesus’ Baptism when God spoke in an audible voice saying this is my ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Adventist

  • Brad Froese avatar

    Pentecost: Experience The Rest

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,457 views

    Inspiration for those who want a life changing encounter/experience with the Almighty.

    ILLUSTRATION: My grandfather Ken is sitting with us in the church today. For years, he’s been involved in one form of ministry or another at several churches. One day, he waited at the altar in a church to pray with anyone who needed prayer when a little boy came forward. The young man asked for ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James May avatar

    Plug Into The Power

    Contributed by James May on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 74 ratings
     | 29,027 views

    If we are going to have the power of the Holy Spirit in operation in our lives, we must first get "plugged in", "turned on" and "fired up" with Jesus.

    Plug into the Power By Pastor Jim May (This sermon references a video that was purchased from Sermonspice.com that depicts a young man using a chainsaw without starting it.) Acts 1:8, “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • William Noel avatar

    It's Your Move

    Contributed by William Noel on Dec 3, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,600 views

    Easter admonitions for Christians to get and stay busy for Christ

    “It’s Your Move” Acts 1:1-11 Intro. · Easter should be the most important day, in the life of a Christian! · It should remind us of the uniqueness of our faith, and the power of our God! · It should also be a reminder of our responsibilities as a Christian! o Christ has done His part in making a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Seeking The Power And Taking Authority

    Contributed by James May on Apr 15, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,842 views

    We need the empowerment of the Holy Ghost before we can take authority over the devil.

    Seeking the Power and Taking Authority Pastor Jim May We live in an age when everyone wants to be empowered. Every segment of our society, every little group of dissidents and every club or organization wants to have the power to control its own destiny. Men and women want the power to just be ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    Many Convincing Proofs

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Apr 18, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,057 views

    Following His resurrection, Jesus offered many convincing proofs He is alive.

    Many Convincing Proofs Acts 1:3 INTRO.: Some very creative theories have been offered regarding the resurrection of Jesus. His disciples stole His body. The women went to the wrong tomb. Mass hallucination. He only fainted, didn’t really die. Jesus gave “many convincing proofs” of His ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Preparation For Explosion Ii Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 24, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,475 views

    Exposition of Acts 1:6-11 about God preparing the disciples for the explosion of the early church

    Text: Acts 1:6-11, Title: Preparation for Explosion II, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/22/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Liken God to preparing for a big party or event, maybe talk about the preparation for Mackenzie’s party B. Background to passage: After Luke’s introduction, in verse 6 he transitions to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Bain avatar

    The Journey Of Church Series

    Contributed by Eric Bain on Apr 24, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,523 views

    This sermon challenges the congregation to consider the journey of church (as a community)… and the adventure it provides.

    The Adventure of Church Acts 1:1-11 © 2007 Eric Bain NOTE: This sermon is available in audio format @ www.sanctuary-church.com Big Idea - The journey of Church is an adventure into the known… unknown. Open up your Bibles to the book of Acts. • It’s the first book after the 4 Gospels ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Last Words And Last Sighting

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 27, 2007
    based on 97 ratings
     | 9,120 views

    This text deals with Jesus’ last words and His last sighting. - Wait patiently - Worry not - Witness everywhere - Wonder not

    INTRO.- In my former book. Do you like books? Do you read books? ILL.- TEACHER: Who is your favorite author? PUPIL: George Washington. TEACHER: But George Washington never wrote any books. PUPIL: You got it. TEACHER: How many books have you read in your lifetime? PUPIL: I don’t know. I’m not ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    To The Ends Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 1, 2007
     | 4,588 views

    Thoughts about our condition at an Acts 1:8 church

    Text: Acts 1:8, Title: To the Ends of the Earth, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/6/07, AM A. Opening illustration: the woman in Lilburn that gasped at the small number of churches in Maine, USA, after reading scripture and prayer- the evangelism linebacker B. Background to passage: As I mentioned last week, we ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    God's Part And Ours

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007
     | 2,801 views

    partnering with God in evangelism

    God’s Part and Ours Becoming a Hospital – pt. 3 October 5/6, 2002 Intro: How long does it take to “convert”? And whose job is it to do the “converting”? I want to take a look at those questions this morning as we continue to take a look at what it means for us to become a hospital, meaning a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    All New

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 1,945 views

    Introduction to study of Acts....two realities of building the kingdom of God....The blocks, God’s orders, and the mortar, our simple obedience.

    THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships July 18, 2004 1The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2until the day when He was taken up to heaven, after He had by the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Jenkins avatar

    The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by David Jenkins on Jul 23, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,220 views

    The Kingdom of God from Acts 1

    Acts 1:1-2, “1Dear Theophilus:In my first book I told you about everything Jesus began to do and teach 2until the day he ascended to heaven after giving his chosen apostles further instructions from the Holy Spirit.” Luke here is reiterating everything he already said in Luke. It ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Hughes avatar

    The Importance Of Missions

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 24, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,317 views

    Why we support missions work

    The Importance of Missions Jeff Hughes – September 28, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. Over the past few months, we have been looking at the spread of the gospel; and if you’ve been here a couple of weeks, and you’ve been listening, you’ll know that God didn’t just start a big ad ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational