Sermons on Acts 10:34-38:

When God Changes A Bigot’s Heart Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 9, 2015

God's plan was always to reach the world. Yet by Acts 10, the Gospel had gone no further than Jews & a few Samaritans. Why? racism & bigotry. In Acts 10, God changed all that in the story of Cornelius, leading to a dramatic salvation that changed history.

When God Changes a Bigot’s Heart Acts Series Chuck Sligh August 9, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Speaking of the saints and angels around the throne of God in heaven, Revelation 5:9-10 says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Church’s Outreach – The World

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

CHANGE IS A CONSTANT IN THE WORLD TODAY, AND ALSO IN THE CHURCH. wE MUST MAKE SURE THAT IN THE MIDST OF MODERNIZING OUR METHOD OF OUTREACH, THAT THE MESSAGE REMAINS THE SAME.

THE CHURCH’S OUTREACH – THE WORLD ACTS 10:1-43 THIS IS A VERY UNUSUAL TYPE OF MESSAGE FOR ME TODAY. I DO HAVE THREE POINTS TO IT, BUT MY FIRST POINT IS ABOUT 20 MINUTES, AND MY SECOND AND THIRD MAY BE FIVE MINUTES FOR BOTH. MOST OF THE MEAT OF THE PASSAGE IS FOUND IN THE FIRST 20 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Cornelius' Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 9, 2016

To establish that this conversion also follows the New Testament’s “pattern of conversions” as outlined in the Book of Acts. This lesson will establish that these uncircumcised Gentiles were added to the church in the same manner as all other believers.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Cornelius’ Character before the Lord 2. Cornelius’ Call by the Lord 3. Cornelius’ Conversion to the Lord Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we continue discussing New Testament conversions. As we continue to plow through this theme, one thing has become ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48, Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Total Forgiveness

Contributed by Gary Christensen on Mar 7, 2016

God says we have been cleansed, washed in the Blood of Jesus, made to be "as white as snow." Yet, people doubt. They say, "But, we still sin." Yes, we do, But "The Blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin!" We need to Believe that we have been cleansed.

Total Forgiveness While reading about Peter's vision, in Acts 10 recently, I received a new insight into how God looks at our Total Forgiveness. Peter is praying, up on a housetop, when he falls into a trance. He sees a “sheet” filled with “all kinds of wild beasts, creeping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Total Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Gary Christensen on Mar 9, 2016

Another interpretation of Peter's Vision, about clean and unclean. What if this means that you and I are now considered clean and washed and totally forgiven? I believe it does! God says it. I believe it! Now there is nothing between us and God!

Total Forgiveness While reading about Peter's vision, in Acts 10 recently, I received a new insight into how God looks at our Total Forgiveness. Peter is praying, up on a housetop, when he falls into a trance. He sees a “sheet” filled with “all kinds of wild beasts, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will All Good People Be Saved? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 4, 2015

To establish that all good people will be saved only due to their faith and obedience to God. Cornelius’ religious piety and righteousness did not save him. He had to hear, believe, and obey the gospel of Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Cornelius’ Character 2. Cornelius’ Commendation 3. Cornelius’ Conversion Remarks. Introductory Remarks. 1. In this gathering, we will discuss the theme: “Will all good people be saved?” It is not our purpose to deny anyone entrance into the kingdom of God. However, God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48, Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Point Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 9, 2015

The Gospel is for anyone who will receive it.

Turning Point Text: Acts 10:23-48 Introduction 1. Illustration: On July 1-3, 1863 was the turning point of the American Civil War, and the turning point of our nation. It took place in the quite farming town of Gettysburg, PA. Abraham Lincoln summed up its importance in just 272 words. His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 28, 2016

The Apostle Peter learns that God plays no favorites, that everyone matters to God! The Easter message is good news, that all our sins can be forgiven, that we can have hope of a new tomorrow. (Can be modified for other than Easter.)

Acts 10:34-43 The Greatest Gift When my wife and I started a family, we formed our own family traditions, including for Easter. When the kids awoke on Easter Sunday morning, each child would find a colorful basket just for him or her, a basket full of Easter candy, small toys, and that wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Doing Good

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Every Christian has a responsibility to do good for the sake of the Kingdom.

Acts 10:38 KJV How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. Matthew 5:16 KJV Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 24, 2011

The need for the power of the Holy Spirit in order to enjoy and to expand the Kingdom of God.

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Study Text: Acts 10: 38 Acts 10:38: How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. The power of The Holy Ghost was on Jesus and it manifested in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Power Through God’s People #8: Cornelius And Peter Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

A series of character sketches in the book of Acts - Cornelius and Peter.

Acts 10:1-48 – God’s Power Through God’s People #8: Cornelius and Peter So we’ve been working through the book of Acts this fall, looking at how God used His people in the early church to accomplish great things, making the world a better place. Today we come to an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

One In The Spirit: God Shows No Partiality

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 22, 2007

This sermon compares Peter’s ministry with Cornelius in Acts 10 to the open door God is giving our congregation to be partners in ministry with a Hispanic speaking congregation.

One in the Spirit: God Shows No Partiality --Acts 10:34-48 On Sunday evening, January 27, 2002, Olympic gymnasts Mary Lou Retton-Kelley, Kerri Strug, and Bart Conner appeared on the Celebrity version of the TV Reality-Game Show “The Weakest Link,” along with five other famous Olympic athletes. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-48

Denomination: Methodist

Peter's Connecting Message To A Disconnected People Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Apr 22, 2007

The purpose is to connect the disconnected to Christ Jesus.

PETER’S CONNECTING MESSAGE TO A DISCONNECTED PEOPLE Acts 10:34-43 Mother Theresa once said ‘you will never know Jesus is all you need until Jesus is all you have’. The sad thing about his quotation is that many will never make that discovery. That is not the case in this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

The True Reason Of Christmas!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 4, 2019

The almost forgotten reason for Christmas seems to be almost lost in the hustle and bustle of people out doing each other with decorations and gift buying that most overlook the greatest GIFT there was ever given.

THE TRUE REASON OF CHRISTMAS! The almost forgotten reason for Christmas seems to be almost lost in the hustle and bustle of people out doing each other with decorations and gift buying that most overlook the greatest GIFT there was ever given. This is a gift that if we over look will cost us ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Acts 10:34, Romans 10:13, John 1:12

Have You Crossed The Jordan? Series

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 16, 2019

The Lord has personally invited you to enter His rest and discover His strength. But you will have to “cross over the Jordan” in your spiritual life to experience the reality of that truth.

HAVE YOU CROSSED THE JORDAN? Text: Joshua 3 Dr. Larry Petton _______________________________________________________________________ SCRIPTURE TEXT – JOSHUA 3:5-17 5 Joshua told the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” 6 Joshua said to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5-17, Acts 10:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational