Sermons on Acts 1:3-14:

Purpose Of The Gifts Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 17, 2024

Message introduces a series examining the Gifts of the Spirit. In the first half, the series entitled Foundations for Worship is reviewed, teaching the relational nature of the gifts. In the second half, God's purpose for the gifts is explained.

Intro Today, we begin a series on the gifts of the Spirit. This is a challenging subject because the goal is not just more knowledge about the gifts but knowledge that releases us into the actual exercise of the gifts in our personal lives and in the corporate life of this church. “Be ye doers of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, John 4:23-24, Matthew 5:23-24, Exodus 25:1-22, Luke 23:8, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15-18, 1 Corinthians 14:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Nature Of The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 19, 2024

Based on 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, eight characteristics of the gifts of the Spirit are examined.

Intro We are examining the gifts of the Spirit. Last week, we talked about the purpose of the gifts. The gifts of the Spirit are not designed to entertain the saints or make church more exciting. The gifts of the Spirit are to build up the saints so they can do the work of the ministry. The gifts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:8, Acts 10:38, 1 Corinthians 10:20, Romans 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Preaching The Gospel Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 22, 2024

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 commands us to "Go and make disciples of all nations

Why we have to preach the gospel: We have to preach the Gospel because: 1. *God commands it*: Jesus instructs us to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). 2. *Souls are at stake*: People without Christ are lost and destined for eternal separation from God (John 3:36). 3. *The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

Transformative Power Of The Fire Of God

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 24, 2024

The Fire of God is a potent symbol in Scripture, representing purification, transformation, and divine presence.

The Fire of God is a potent symbol in Scripture, representing purification, transformation, and divine presence. This sacred flame has the power to refine, renew, and empower believers, burning away impurities and igniting a passion for God's will. Biblical Examples: - Moses' encounter ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:2-4, 1 Peter 1:7, Acts 1:8

Celebrate What God Has Done Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 25, 2024

He is faithful. He is faithful for the future just as much as he has been in the past. Trust Him for the road ahead. Though it seems so very uncertain, God is trustworthy, our part is to hold on tight as God begins to do a new thing in our lives. The future is bright.

There was once a great and mighty citadel of the faith. It’s members were many, it’s band large, it’s youth growing in the faith, it’s members organized and energized, it’s outreach far and wide, it’s services many and multiplied, and it’s reputation, as one of the premier citadels of the mighty ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14, Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Living Word: From Scripture To Spirit-Powered Witness Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2024

How do we engage with the Bible? and how do we live out its truths in the power of the Holy Spirit?

The Living Word: From Scripture to Spirit-Powered Witness Introduction: Today, we are diving into three powerful passages that reveal the true nature and purpose of God’s Word: John 5:39-40, Luke 24:27, and Acts 1:8. Each of these Scriptures offers profound insight into how we are to engage with ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39-40, Luke 24:27, Acts 1:8, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 1:17-18, 2 Timothy 3:15, Luke 24:44, Romans 8:11, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Propósito De Los Dones Del Espíritu Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 30, 2024

El mensaje presenta una serie que examina los dones del Espíritu.

Hoy comenzamos una serie sobre los dones del Espíritu. Este es un tema desafiante porque el objetivo no es solo un mayor conocimiento sobre los dones, sino un conocimiento que nos permita ejercerlos en nuestra vida personal y en la vida corporativa de esta iglesia. “Sed hacedores de la ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, John 4:23-24, Matthew 5:23-24, Exodus 25:1-22, Luke 23:8, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15-18, 1 Corinthians 14:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Naturaleza De Los Dones Del Espíritu Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 30, 2024

Basado en 1 Corintios 12:1-11, se examinan ocho características de los dones del Espíritu.

Estamos examinando los dones del Espíritu. La semana pasada, hablamos sobre el propósito de los dones. Los dones del Espíritu no están diseñados para entretener a los santos o hacer que la iglesia sea más emocionante. Los dones del Espíritu son para edificar a los ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:8, Acts 10:38, 1 Corinthians 10:20, Romans 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Prioridad De La Llenura Del Espíritu Santo #3 Series

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Sep 5, 2024

La prioridad de la plenitud del Espíritu Santo en la vida del creyente y seguidor de Jesucristo.

Prioridad de la plenitud del Espíritu Santo EL ESPÍRITU SANTO Y EL PODER 1. La ascensión de Jesús - Sus palabras finales - Preparación y provisión de poder - Hechos 1:1-11 • Esperen la promesa del Padre... Pronto serán bautizados con el Espíritu Santo... ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Foursquare

What Now? (Continued)

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Sep 9, 2024

Now, I don’t know if you’ve ever hooked a water moccasin...

I would like to ride piggy-back on Pastor Jeff’s message last week, so you may hear a couple of similar thoughts. Pentecost is one of 7 seasonal feasts the Hebrew people observe. Also called “Feast of Weeks” Pentecost begins on the 50th day after Passover Believers rendered thanks to YHWH for the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 1:4-5, Joel 2:28-32

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 20, 2024

We need to know the Holy Spirit better. Without Him, we miss out on many blessings.

INTRODUCTION - What is the average Christian’s understanding of the Holy Spirit? - I used to freak out when people called Him the Holy Ghost. - I do not know about you, but ghosts do not give me a comfortable feeling. - Is the Holy Spirit as well known or understood as the two other members of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Mission Is Our Mission

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 22, 2023

Jesus leaves but now his mission becomes our mission.

"Jesus’s Mission is our Mission” Acts 1:6-14 1. Jesus’s Mission was to preach the Gospel” says Matthew 4:23Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in the synagogues, preaching the good news of kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. • Jesus Mission was to preach ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Methodist

An Ascension Gift Basket For You!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2023

Although the Bible doesn’t call it a “gift basket” it does use the word “gifts” in connection with our Savior’s ascension into heaven. Because of Jesus' ascension we receive many gifts. In Luke's account of the ascension we notice three.

We call them “gift baskets.” They might be for holidays like Christmas or Easter. Or they may be given for someone’s birthday, or perhaps an anniversary. Now as you think of gift baskets what makes them different from other gifts? Although perhaps you can think of many more things that make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53, Acts 1:11

Denomination: Lutheran

Redirected

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 22, 2023

A sermon for the 7th Sunday of Easter, Year A

May 21, 2023, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Acts 1:6-14 Redirected Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. As I interact with our Rachel’s Place Day Care, I’ve come to admire the abilities of the teachers to redirect ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Lutheran

While We Wait

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 23, 2023

For each of us, waiting on the Lord is a continual, daily decision. In our hearts I hope we would pray, “God, while I wait, I will trust you and I will follow you and be faithful to you, even when the circumstances of my life are not turning out the way I planned it.

Acts 1:12-26 12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mountain called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day’s journey away. 13 When they had entered the city, they went up to the upstairs room where they were staying, that is, Peter, John, James, and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational