Sermons on Acts 13:1-16:40:

Ending Well

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 13, 2016

This sermon was given at the end of 2015. It's to help people think about ending well so that they can have a strong beginning. But also so that they can hear the words of Jesus at the end say, "Well done good and faithful servant.

Ending Well “A good start need a better ending, and a good ending gives to us a better start.” This thought came as I was contemplating todays and next week’s messages. And to today, as we’re ending 2015, I’d like to talk to you about ending well. And then next week ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36

Denomination: Foursquare

Suddenly…

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 31, 2016

Did you ever notice something and it seems so suddenly new, but then you discover that it's always been there. The only thing different is, that you finally became aware of it.

Suddenly... Psalms 65:11 NKJ 11 You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance. Did you ever notice something and it seems so suddenly new, but then you discover that it's always been there. The only thing different is, that you finally became aware of it. It's kind of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:11, Acts 16:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Philippian Jailer's Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 13, 2016

To establish that the Jailer and household’s conversion follows the New Testament’s “pattern of conversions” as outlined in the Book of Acts. The jailer and his household were saved at midnight after hearing, believing, and obeying the gospel of Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Jailer’s Crisis at Midnight 2. The Jailer’s Counsel at Midnight 3. The Jailer’s Conversion at Midnight Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss a man who asked an essential question. A question that had eternal implications! This is a question that all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Are You Fighting Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 3 of the series Superatural, addresses the topic of demons.

Who Are You Fighting? Supernatural, Part 3 We’re in part 3 of our series on the Supernatural. The first week we did a broad overview of spiritual warfare, and what that means for us today, Last week we looked at the Holy Spirit, Who is the Holy Spirit, How can we be filled with the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring My Awe Of God

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2018

Why would you want to settle for just “doing church” when you could be filled with the awe of God?

Mary and I are truly grateful to the church for providing us with some extended time off to celebrate our 40th anniversary. As usual, it was great to have some down time just to relax and be refreshed on our vacation and, other than the cold that I think I picked up on the way home when there were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-44

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward For Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 30, 2018

How can we move forward for Christ? 1. Encourage people to embrace God’s grace (vs. 38-43). 2. Be flexible to follow the Lord (vs. 44-47). 3. Allow God to give you a full and fruitful life (vs. 48-49; 52).

Moving Forward for Christ The Book of Acts - Part 45 Acts 13:38-52 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 8, 2014 *In the Scripture tonight, Paul was on his first missionary and was about to finish his tremendous sermon in the city of Antioch in modern-day Turkey. As Paul finished ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:38-52

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Voice Be Heard! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 12, 2018

Let your voice be heard, because: 1. people will still believe in Jesus (1). 2. people are still belligerent against Jesus (2-7). 3. God is still big (8-10). 4. people are still blind to the truth (11-18). 5. eternity still hangs in the balance (18-20).

Let Your Voice Be Heard! The Book of Acts - Part 46 Acts 14:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 15, 2014 *Life changing words: Hearing your boyfriend ask, "Will you marry me?" Answering "Yes!" or "No." Both of those answers are pretty life-changing. How about hearing your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Be Saved?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 15, 2018

Over the 60 years of preaching in over 125 Nations of the world I have been asked this question. Thank God I have had the answer from the Word of God, the Bible. So whether it has been people crying out in our mass crusades or young people on the sidewalk

HOW CAN I BE SAVED? Over the 60 years of preaching in over 125 Nations of the world I have been asked this question. Thank God I have had the answer from the Word of God, the Bible. So whether it has been people crying out in our mass crusades or young people on the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31-32, 1 John 5:13-14

Simple Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 22, 2018

It's the goodness of God that draws people to Him. Not the madness of God, the anger of God or the disapproval of God.

INTRODUCTION Romans 1:16-17 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. 17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, John 3:16-18, Deuteronomy 30:19-20, Romans 10:9-13, Ephesians 2:8-9, Acts 9:1-19, Acts 16:29-31, John 3:1-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Strength During Suffering

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018

Suffering is a reality. Where can we gain strength from when we suffer?

New years are time to generally reflect and to look forward to new things. Despite the fact that it repeats every 365 days, it is still something to look forward to. We all have heard multiple jokes about New Year resolutions. Today is the 7th of the month and, if we had made New Year resolutions, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-15, Acts 16:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7e Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 7, 2018

Part 7e addresses the functions of Evangelists, Preachers, and Ministers/Servants/Deacons and some variations between the New Testament church and modern practice in the way these functions are implemented.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:16-23, Acts 15:2-6, 1 Timothy 3:8-12, 1 Timothy 3:8-10, Ephesians 3:6-7, 1 Corinthians 12:7-31, Romans 10:14-18, Romans 12:4-8, 2 Corinthians 8:1-6, Ephesians 4:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep Moving Forward For Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 10, 2018

God wants us to keep moving forward for Jesus Christ. Here's how to do it: 1. Recognize the magnitude of our mission (vs. 19-21). 2. Help strengthen the souls of the disciples (vs. 21-22). 3. Be on the lookout for new leaders (vs. 23).

Keep Moving Forward for Christ! The Book of Acts - Part 47 Acts 14:19-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 29, 2014 *It's hard to say goodbye to people we love in the church. About 25 years ago, Mary and I were serving at McClendon up in West Monroe. Gary and Linda Richardson ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Travelling With Paul: John Mark

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 11, 2018

Travelling with Paul : John Mark (Learning from failure) - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Mark the Man: • (1a). His Name. • (1b). His Family. • (1c). His Attitude. (2). Mark the Missionary: • (2a). He Had Church Support (vs 3). • (2b). He Had God's Blessing (vs 4). • (2c). He Had A Smooth Departure (vs 4b). • (2d). He Had An Idyllic Destination (vs 4b). • (2e). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-13, Acts 15:26-39

Denomination: Brethren

God Gives Us Great Reasons To Rejoice! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 24, 2018

Life gets hard, but God gives us great reasons to rejoice! 1. God gives us joyful reunions (vs. 21-26). 2. God gives us good results (vs. 25-26). 3. God lets us hear good reports (vs. 27). 4. God gives us rest (vs. 28).

God Gives Us Great Reasons to Rejoice! The Book of Acts - Part 48 Acts 14:21-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 13, 2014 *Church: There is a joy that belongs to us, because we belong to Jesus Christ. Yes, life gets hard, but God gives us great reasons to rejoice! And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Problem Solving In The Savior's Church Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 24, 2018

Every church will face problems. How can we overcome them? 1. Beware of misguided convictions (vs. 1-5). 2. Seek wise counsel (vs. 2; 5-9). 3. Consider the right questions (vs. 10). 4. Reaffirm our core beliefs (vs. 9-11).

Problem Solving in the Savior's Church The Book of Acts - Part 49 Acts 15:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 20, 2014 INTRODUCTION: *George Mallone told about a psychologist who spoke at a pastor's conference, and he decided to do a little experiment. Every time he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist