Sermons on Acts 1:42-47:

The Kiss Of Life

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019

Judas' betrayal of Jesus is one of the most vile acts in history. How do we see Judas?

The Kiss of Life Luke 22:1-6 Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover. And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill Him; for they feared the people. Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve. And he went ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom And The Quality Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 17, 2019

A wise person accepts and acts upon realities that others deny or ignore. The sooner we get these down, the better!

Wisdom and the Quality of Your Life (Proverbs 27:19-26) 1. Some people are amazingly shrewd. Take this joke: 2. Morris (the father) says to his son:“I want you to marry a girl of my choice.” The son says: I will choose my own bride.” Morris says:“But the girl is Bill Gates’daughter.” The son ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Miracles In The Desert Times Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Feb 8, 2018

A sermon using the Acts 8 account of Philip and the Ethiopian to show how God works miracles in the deert times

Acts 8:26-40 English Standard Version (ESV) Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch 26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Rise and go toward the south[a] to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” This is a desert place. 27 And he rose and went. And there was an Ethiopian, a eunuch, a court ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Scott White on Oct 24, 2016

A lesson on the roots of Thanksgiving, both the holiday and the act of giving thanks to the One who gives us His all.

Scripture: Psalms 100 A Psalm of Thanksgiving. Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. Know that the LORD, He [is] God; [It is] He [who] has made us, and not we ourselves; [fn] [We are] His people and the sheep of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Persistent Prayer Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

Persistent prayer refers to the continuous, unrelenting act of bringing our petitions before God, regardless of the delay in answers.

THE POWER OF PERSISTENT PRAYER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:1 "Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart." Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Hebrews 4:16, James 5:16, Luke 11:5-10 INTRODUCTION: In the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1, Matthew 7:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Hebrews 4:16, James 5:16, Luke 11:5-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Counterfeit Gods

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 16, 2025

A message from Acts 17 regarding Paul's ministry in Athens exposing the false gods of then and now.

Acts 17:16-31 – Paul in Athens Move #1 – What idols do you see in Canada? (Hockey?… a minor god at best… Success? Money & greed? – yes - the bible told us this truth 2000 years ago. A relatively new god is the Self! …and its attractive, but misleading nickname - “Happiness.” This is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31, Romans 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Who Turn The World Upside Down Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 21, 2025

Acts 17:1-15 teaches us what characterizes people who turn the world upside down.

Introduction Years ago, I saw an advertisement for the “perfect” pastor. Here is what it said: • The perfect pastor preaches exactly 10 minutes. • He condemns sin roundly but never hurts anyone's feelings. • He works from 8 AM until midnight and is also the church janitor. • ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Consecration

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

Consecration is a call to total dedication to God. It is the act of setting oneself apart for divine use, surrendering fully to the will of God.

CONSECRATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1 "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship." Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 2:21, 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024

Through Baptism sacred act, we die to our old selves and rise with Christ to walk in newness of life.

Through Baptism sacred act, we die to our old selves and rise with Christ to walk in newness of life. Baptism marks a decisive turning point in our journey of faith. It's a public declaration that we have surrendered our lives to Jesus, and His grace has washed away our sins. As we emerge from ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-27, Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19-20

We Are Who God Says We Are

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Sep 2, 2024

Although at times, believers act according to their old nature, we are, in fact, new creations in Christ Jesus

We Are Who God Says We Are Text: II Cor. 5:17 Introduction: Even though every believer, at times, lives, and acts according to the old self, we still are new persons—new in relationship to God and new within ourselves. The change that takes place in us when we come to Christ involves two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

End Time Revival

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

Every revival begins with a fresh revelation of Jesus. The Holy Spirit acts on that revelation and makes it real with tremendous power.

Every revival begins with a fresh revelation of Jesus. The Holy Spirit acts on that revelation and makes it real with tremendous power. Father God gives a revelation of Jesus, and the Holy Spirit expounds the revelation. As a result, Jesus is physically seen. Trinity is involved in a ...read more

Responses To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 3, 2024

Acts 5:17-42 shows us different responses to the gospel, responses that we still see today.

Introduction After Pentecost, the message of the resurrection of Jesus Christ spread rapidly in Jerusalem as Spirit-empowered believers shared the gospel with unbelievers. Miraculous signs and wonders accompanied the proclamation of the gospel, and no one could deny that God was at work in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gospel Continues To Advance Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 26, 2025

Acts 19:1-20 shows us several core truths that take place when the gospel advances.

Introduction Have you heard of the Welsh Revival of 1904-1905, a movement profoundly impacting Wales and beyond? The central figure in the Welsh Revival was a man named Evan Roberts. He was born in Loughor, Wales, in a devout Christian family. Roberts developed a deep commitment to Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Difficult Doeg Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 10, 2022

Difficult people are everywhere around us. Difficult people may be us. How do we act and react?

THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID DIFFICULT DOEG 1 SAMUEL 21:1-9, 22:6-23, PSALM 52 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION We are currently in a time when we are looking deeper at the life of King David in the Bible. His life is given to us as a gift in that we see the ups and downs of his life in detail. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:6-23, 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Temptation Of Christ In Context

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 5, 2022

A resisted temptation is, in fact, an occasion of grace, for all who have faith in Christ, and act on that blessed faith.

First Sunday of Lent The two most important questions of life are these: How can I deal with my sins and responsibility for them? The second is: How can I, when I die, know eternal happiness? The Church offers us three critical readings from Scripture to help us with these questions, but there is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Romans 10:8-13, Deuteronomy 6:4-10

Denomination: Catholic