Sermons on Acts 13:5-15:41:

A Hunger For Truth Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 16, 2022

'A hunger for truth' Acts chapter 13 verses 13-53 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Preparation (vs 16-25) Declaration (vs 26-37) Application (38-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • "Just one more thing..." • Was the TV detective Columbo's catchphrase. • Columbo, was a homicide detective with the Los Angeles Police Department • When you first saw him on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52, Acts 13:13

Denomination: Brethren

After God’s Own Heart

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022

David was a man after God’s own heart, because of his integrity. Through an overview of David's life, we explore what it is to have the heart of God, by contrasting “Saul’s heart of defiance” with “David’s heart of obedience.”

Baptist Men’s Day, on the Southern Baptist Convention calendar, is observed on January 24, 2021 (which, of course, we are a week late). I have written this morning’s sermon to recognize the men of our congregation, and we’re going to be looking at living a life of integrity before God. Our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem Council Sermons Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 24, 2022

We need to live by the wisdom of the Jerusalem council. Never make if difficult for anyone turning to the Lord. The death burial and resurrection of Jesus is available as a free gift to all who put their faith in Christ.

The background to the sermons preached at the Jerusalem council. We read in acts chapter 6 verse 7 that the word of God was spreading and the number of disciples increased rapidly and that a large number of priests became obedient to the faith. So we realize as we move on through the book of Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching Provokes Persecution. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 28, 2022

‘Preaching Provokes Persecution’ - Acts chapter 14 verses 1-28 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Iconium – Division (vs 1-7). • the apostles experienced conversions (vs 1): • the apostles experienced opposition (vs 2) • the apostles experienced supernatural signs (vs 3): • the apostles experienced God’s guidance (vs 5-6): (2). Lystra – Delusion (vs 8-20). • a healing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

‘grace On Trial’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 30, 2022

‘Grace on trial’ - Acts chapter 15 verses 1-41 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Problem (vs 1&5) (2). The Solution (vs 6-18) (3). The outcome (vs 19-35) (4). The spoiler (vs 36-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The story is told about a preacher who got up into the pulpit, • He smiled and then apologized for the plaster (Band-Aid) on his face. • He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-41

Denomination: Brethren

Healing From The Past Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on Mar 25, 2021

This is the 4th Devotion in a series entitled, "Building Relationships that Last

Every one of us have been influenced by various factors from our past, and these have shaped our lives. Most of these are from our childhood, and therefore were beyond our control. These include our place of birth, our parents, siblings, extended family, school, society, church and other ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:17, Matthew 6:14, Romans 8:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 103:12, Hebrews 10:17, 1 John 1:9, Isaiah 1:18, John 4:28-30, Philippians 3:13-14, Acts 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

The Depravity Of Man Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 6, 2021

Men suppress the truth about God and lost their only true bearings in life, become futile in their thinking and darkened in their hearts. The result is ungodliness and unrighteousness.

Why do we need the Gospel? Why do we need Jesus to save us? What’s wrong with us? Why the need to be rescued in the first place? • These are important questions because unless we understand our plight, we will not appreciate the Gospel. It won’t be good news to us. • Jesus: "It is not the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32, Isaiah 44:13-20, Acts 14:15-17, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be A Barnabas - Be A Bridge Builder

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jul 5, 2021

a narrative message about the ministry of Barnabas - and how we can all be a Barnabas!

“Be a Barnabas - be a Bridge Builder.” Subject; What role did Barnabas play in the ministry of the early church? Complement: he reached out and recruited Saul and partnered with him in the mission. Preaching idea: Be a Barnabas! Text: Acts 11:19-26 19 Now those who had been scattered by the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26, Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is His Commandment Series

Contributed by Marc Heatherington on Jul 14, 2021

"And whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight. And this is His commandment: that we should believe on the name of His Son Jesus Christ and love one another, as He gave us commandment." 1 John 3:23-24

This is His Commandment By Marc Heatherington Our passage today is from 1 John 3:22-23: And whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight. And this is His commandment: that we should believe on the name of His Son Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34, Romans 7:7, Acts 15:23-29, Acts 17:30, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, Matthew 5:17, 2 Corinthians 3:1-9, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 14:26-37, 1 Corinthians 7:10, Romans 16:25, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Thessalonians 3:10, 1 John 3:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Growth For Christian Living

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020

Material created when I was an Adjunct Professor for a small seminary. There should be something in here a Pentecostal can find helpful. ;-)

Personal Growth for Christian Living Course Material Presented By Dr. Ronald E. Shultz Trinity Valley Baptist Seminary and College June 17, 18, 2013 Table of Contents Seclusion – Fellowship/Meditation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:34-37, 1 Samuel 3:3-10, Acts 13:46-47, Acts 6:2-4, Acts 4:31, Luke 11:27-30, Luke 4:4, Proverbs 30:5-6, Joshua 1:7-8, Psalm 22:22-26, Genesis 6:13-14, 2 Chronicles 20:21-22, 1 Chronicles 16:34-35, Judges 5:2-3, Acts 9:3-7, Matthew 14:22-23, Isaiah 40:31, 1 Kings 17:1-6, Psalm 63:5-7, 1 Chronicles 23:30, Psalm 32:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sent Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 6, 2020

This is the 27th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#27] SENT Acts 13:1-12 Introduction: One of the main themes of the Book of Acts is the work of the Holy Spirit. The Early Church did not grow because of their hard work. They grew because of the work of the Holy Spirit. I want you to notice today, that as a Child of God, you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Of It All Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 6, 2020

This is the 28th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#28] THE POINT OF IT ALL Acts 13:13-41 Introduction: I come here this morning asking you a question- “What’s the point”? It seems like our Nation is going down the tubes and we can’t do anything about it. Hollywood can have shows with live audiences; but California Churches ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Acts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 8, 2020

The Holy Spirit initiates, guides, empowers and saves. He is always in our lives to direct us. Are we hearing Him well?

Hello everyone! May the Lord bless you and be gracious to you. Let us continue to enjoy all that God has given us, and that includes the Bible, His holy Word. • Let us pray and ask God to bless us as we feed on His Word. Speak, O Lord, as we come to You to receive the food of your holy Word. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Redemption Story Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 16, 2020

God delivered a powerful sermon on the acts of God throughout Israel's history. God is the actor and direction of His redemption story in history, culminating in the coming, death and resurrection of Jesus.

Good morning, everyone. Let’s begin this morning with Psalm 20. May the LORD answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. 2 May he send you help from the sanctuary and grant you support from Zion. 3 May he remember all your sacrifices and accept your burnt ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Your Response Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 17, 2020

This is the 29th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#29] WHAT IS YOUR RESPONSE? Acts 13:42-52 Introduction: Last week, we studied Paul’s 1st recorded sermon. In our passage today, we are going to notice several different reactions to Paul’s sermon. These reactions still hold true today, when people hear God’s Word. Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Baptist