Sermons on Acts 12:5-16:

The Abc’s Of Prayer

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 27, 2019

Finding peace during a struggle, is like trying to find calm in a hurricane. But just like there is calm in the eye of the hurricane, we can find peace and calm right in the middle of our struggles.

Illustration by James Chandler It started as a slip up during a prayer before a church softball game. The minister was leading everyone in prayer. As he closed in prayer he accidently said, "In Jesus’ name we play." That phrase caught on and soon others were praying before softball games ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Earnest Prayer Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 7, 2020

God often does the unexpected when we’re earnest in prayer.

A week ago, I listened to the Voice of the Martyr’s podcast called VOM Radio and learned about Petr Jasek, a believer from the Czech Republic, who was imprisoned in Sudan for 14 months. He served as the Africa Regional Director for Voice of the Martyrs and traveled to Sudan on their behalf. BTW, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Guardian Angels Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 9, 2020

Angels surround you when you’re alive, and they accompany you when you die, carrying you into the very presence of God Himself, so ask God to open your eyes and don’t be afraid.

Several years ago, Philip Bump, a technology writer for The Atlantic, wrote an article about Santa’s Christmas Eve workload. He calculated the number of Christian children in the world and the geographic distribution of those children around the globe. After factoring in all the nuances of time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23, Psalm 34:7, Psalm 91:11, Psalm 68:17, Matthew 18:10, Acts 12:15, Luke 16:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

He’s A Chain Breaker!

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 7, 2018

God’s in the business of setting captives free. Throughout the Bible He's freeing prisoners. In Acts 12 we see God answer intense prayer to free Peter from Herod's clutches. He's a chain-breaker!

HE’S A CHAIN BREAKER! Acts 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An airline company was disturbed over a high percentage of accidents so they decided to eliminate human errors by building a completely computerized plane. 2. On its maiden voyage, the plane was filled with passengers. "Ladies and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 24, 2018

In this sermon on Acts 12 and Peter's miraculous escape from prison, we wrestle with the truth that God is in control. This leads to a lot of assurance, but it also leads to trust.

Introduction: A. You have probably heard the glib saying, “Every cloud has a silver lining.” 1. Although it is true that suffering can lead to blessing, it is easier to say it than experience it. B. One day a young man who sold magazine subscriptions door to door, came home with $25 which he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prison Break

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jul 13, 2021

This message shows how the church advances in the face of spiritual opposition.

Title: “Prison Break” Text: Acts 12:1-10 Big idea: “Jesus has promised to build his church!” (so the word of God spread...12:24) Complement: to show God’s power and continued care for Jewish Christianity. Acts 12:1 It was about this time that King Herod arrested some who belonged to the church, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-10, Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church—his Saints.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 11, 2021

This young church watched as leaders were slaughtered, beheaded, burnt at the stake, and fed to hungry lions. Leaders and members alike were commanded to renounce Jesus, and pay whole homage to King Herod...

The Church—His Saints. Acts 12:1-17TPT You just thought you were having a bad day? A young man was learning to be a paratrooper. Before his first jump, he was given these instructions: 1. Jump when you are told. 2. Count to 10 and pull the ripcord. 3. In the unlikely event that your shoot ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17, Revelation 12:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Trek To The Throne

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Jan 4, 2021

God calls us to approach His throne of grace. In Hebrews 4:16, we are instructed to approach Him in confidence. James instructs us to approach the Father with faith. Let's take a 10,000 foot view of what the Word of God says about approaching the Father.

THE TREK TO THE THRONE Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." One angle to tie these attributes, these qualities together is to relate it to a backpacking trip. People ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4, Psalm 42:1, John 4:23, John 14:13, Philippians 4:6, Matthew 18:19, Romans 15:30, Acts 12:5, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Isaiah 50:4, Psalm 5:3, Isaiah 64:4, John 10:27, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 40:1, 1 Thessalonians 1:2, Luke 11:8, Mark 11:24, John 14:13-14, John 14:14, 1 John 5:14, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 50:15, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Psalm 62:8, Psalm 139:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Jesus Delivers His Church

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Jan 28, 2021

In his church, the Lord Jesus is still doing the good work that He has begun, and He is doing it unstoppably.

Beloved in Christ, I’d be worried if the church was a human effort. If it was up to us alone to defend the church, maintain her unity, or increase her numbers, we’d have reason to be concerned. For the church would certainly follow the path of so many man-made clubs and societies—for a while strong ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42, Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying Through A Pandemic

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2021

The church ought to pray with great expectation because (1) God sees our trials, (2) God hears our prayers (3) and God will take care of our enemies.

Acts 12:5 “Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.” The graphic scene of Acts 12 is not strange to the Church. The church has always faced opposition. Since its inception, the devil has been trying to stop the church and even to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-25, Luke 18:1, Luke 21:36, Mark 11:17

Denomination: Methodist

Won't God Do It??? Yes He Will!!!!!!

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 11, 2021

As I look back over my life And I think things over I can truly say that I’ve been blessed I’ve got a testimony.

Won’t God do it!!!! Yes, He will!!! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: - Acts 12 FOCUS VERSE #7 Clay Evans wrote “I’ve Got a Testimony some of the words are “As I look back over my life And I think things over I can truly say that I’ve been blessed I’ve got a testimony. Sometimes I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:7

Denomination: Apostolic

The Folly Of Fighting God Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Apr 19, 2021

Though there may be temporary worldly TRIUMPHS, God will ACCOMPLISH all His purpose through His church.

The Folly Of Fighting God Acts 12:1-25 With 24-hour cable news channels we have become accustomed to constant coverage of national and international events. Whether that is election coverage, violent crimes, natural disasters, or a high profile court cases - we have instant information at our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Opening Doors Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 5, 2020

This is the 26th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#26] OPENING DOORS Acts 12:1-25 Introduction: How do you know when to go through doors of opportunity? How do you know if the door is even open? In the Book of Revelation, a message was given to the Church in Philadelphia. Revelation 3:7-8 Our text today, shows us how to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Gates Must Be Opened Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 11, 2022

If these gates remain shut, it will limit our service to God and hinder our destiny fulfilment; but when these gates are opened, we will have exponential church growth, improvement in our church finances and abundant blessings.

THE GATES MUST BE OPENED “When they were past the first and the second ward, they came unto the iron gate that leadeth unto the city; which opened to them of his own accord: and they went out and passed on through one street; and forthwith the angel departed from him” (Acts 12:10) We shall ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10, Mark 7:34-35, Isaiah 60:11, Revelation 2:25, Psalm 126:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Les Portails Doivent Être Ouvertes (The Gates Must Be Opened - French) Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 11, 2022

Si ces portes restent fermées, cela limitera notre service à Dieu ; mais lorsque ces portes sont ouvertes, nous aurons une croissance exponentielle de l'église, une amélioration de ses finances et d'abondantes bénédictions.

LES PORTAILS DOIVENT ÊTRE OUVERTES "Après avoir passé la première et la deuxième circonscription, ils arrivèrent à la porte de fer qui mène à la ville, et qui s'ouvrit d'elle-même ; ils sortirent et traversèrent une rue, et ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10, Mark 7:34-35, Isaiah 60:11, Revelation 2:25, Psalm 126:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal