Sermons on Acts 16:1-16:

Three Portraits Of Salvation In Philippi

Contributed by John Hamby on May 27, 2014

Every morning and every evening the head of a Jewish household would pray, giving thanks that God had not created him “a Gentile, a woman or a slave.” It hardly seems coincidental that the first three conversions which take place at Philippi, come from those three despised categories.

“Three Portraits of Salvation In Philippi” Acts 16:11-40 Every morning and every evening the head of a Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

A Very Real Enemy Series

Contributed by Steven Damico on Aug 1, 2014

The spirit of Python will squeeze the joy out of your worship & praise.find out how to to get victory over this subtle destroyer.

A Very Real Enemy Acts 16:16-18 16 And it came to pass as we went to prayer, a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us, which brought her masters much gain by soothsaying. 17 The same followed Paul and us, and cried, saying, These men are the servants of the most high God, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Thank God I Totaled My Car! Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2014

How can one find blessing in wrecking their car? You might be surprised to find out...and blessed.

I've been preaching for a while, in my 18th year of preaching. I've been around the block so to speak, but I don't claim to anyone special--just a man called to work for the Master. But being in ministry for more than just a few years does give a man experience in both the good and the bad--but is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Bible Church

The Environment Of Choice Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2014

THIS PASSAGE PRESENTS US WITH SEVERAL SCENARIOS, EACH OF WHICH PRESENTS PAUL AND BY INFERENCE US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY OF CHOICE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE NOTE OF THE PRINCIPLE THAT CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES. IN OTHER WORDS, CHOICES

THE ENVIRONMENT OF CHOICE Acts 16:11-40 From Troas we put out to sea and sailed straight for Samothrace, and the next day on to Neapolis. 12 From there we traveled to Philippi, a Roman colony and the leading city of that district of Macedonia. And we stayed there several days. 13 On the Sabbath we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Question And The Only Right Answer To It

Contributed by David Mcnally on May 5, 2014

The question which the Philippian jailer asked Paul and Silas 2,000 years ago is still relevant today and we have to encourage people to ask it, and no matter how 'diverse' or 'multi-cultural' our society is, there is only one correct answer to it.

Psalm 34:1-9 and 17-22 (all) emphasize v.22 Acts 16: 16-34 Sermon: What must I do to be Saved? There's only one answer to that question. “Saved”. A little 5-letter word usually being the past tense of the verb “save” which means 'set free' or 'rescue'. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Simple Steps

Contributed by Don Emmitte on May 6, 2014

Parenting is one of the most difficult experiences of our lives. By understanding the early life of Timothy we can discover "Three Simple Steps" that will help lead our families toward Christ and His grace.

Three Simple Steps Acts 16:1-5 Mother’s Day Sermon, 2014 by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Take Your Bibles, Please… Paul came also to Derbe and to Lystra. A disciple was there, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy Call A Holy City A Holy Comforter

Contributed by Judith Hand on Jan 14, 2015

The Lord Calls Equips and Comforts his servants

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15 Revelation 21:10 – 22:5 John 14: 23-29 A HOLY CALL A HOLY CITY A HOLY COUNSELOR In scripture God is referred to as HOLY, HOLY, HOLY. He is God in three persons, the Holy trinity. When I looked at the scripture passages for today in preparation for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

Lydia – A Worshipper Of God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 22, 2015

Lydia – A Worshipper of God - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The work of providence in her conversion (vs 6-10). (2). The work of Paul in her conversion (vs 12-13). (3). The work of Lydia herself in her conversion (vs 14a). (4). The work of God in her conversion (vs 14b-15a). SERMONBODY: ill: • I guess you have all seen the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-15

Denomination: Brethren

A Call To Help

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 9, 2014

These verses show how Paul took Timothy under his care to develop and grow him.

AUG 11 2013PM A Call to Help Acts 16:1-16:11 Paul and Barnabas have parted ways since they couldn’t agree on whether to include Mark on the 2nd missionary journey. The disagreement was so sharp that Barnabas took Mark and went his way, while Paul took Silas with him to start his 2nd ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

One Message, Three Methods Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 5, 2021

God uses many methods to get His message out

I recently put a post on the Edgewood Facebook page: “Knowing that it is God who draws you to Himself in salvation, could you share what method or means God used to bring you to faith in Christ?” Here are some of the responses… • A beautiful Christian mother! • When our second child was born ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles 22 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

In chapter 15, we studied the sad separation of Paul and Barnabas.

Before this, in Acts 13:2, we read, "As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, "Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them." God, the Holy Spirit, had called them unto this work, and they were being greatly blessed of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Trouble At Philippi.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 22, 2022

Diabolical opposition to the gospel.

TROUBLE AT PHILIPPI. Acts 16:16-34. One of the hazards of church planting is a problem of space: where and when to gather for worship. Of course, small groups can meet in our homes: but the very beginning of gospel work might, in suitable climates, take place outdoors (cf. Acts 16:13). But ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Welcome To The Family Sermon Vi: Disseminating God's Grace To Whomever Whenever Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

In times when, more than ever, people need the Lord and the peace that God gives, mature Christians do all they can to influence their friends and family to come to know Him whom to know is peace, joy and life eternal.

DISSEMENATING GOD’S GRACE TO WHOMEVER WHEREVER Did you hear about the grocery store owner who put up a sign that read: “Eggplants – 25 cents each, 3 for a dollar” . . . Customers complained that they should get 4 for a dollar! So, each one who complained ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-15

Is Your Dreams Alive

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 28, 2020

We all have dreams. I am not referring to our dreams in a fantasy world while we slept soundly but to those vivid dreams we had when we were younger, at least once upon a time in our colorful life.

Is your Dreams Alive? 1. Genesis 37.1-11 2. Acts 16:9-15 Psalm 126 We all have dreams. I am not referring to our dreams in a fantasy world while we slept soundly but to those vivid dreams we had when we were younger, at least once upon a time in our colorful life. Everyone must have had a chance ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11, Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Count Your Blessings

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Nov 29, 2021

When you count your blessings, it means you’re being grateful. It helps you recognise and admit God’s favour and mercies even over little things in life, that would’ve possibly been overlooked.

When you count your blessings, it means you’re being grateful. It helps you recognise and admit God’s favour and mercies even over little things in life, that would’ve possibly been overlooked. It makes you more and more positive and optimistic. Simply because, you can’t be pessimistic and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2, Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Charismatic