Sermons on Acts 16:1-40:

Acquiring A Vision

Contributed by Dan Yaw on Jan 26, 2001

How, to whom, and why does God give a vision?

Introduction: Why is this building sitting at 3131 Duff Road today? Let’s agree one thing: Northside Baptist Church is Christ’s church. Amen? It doesn’t belong to you, it doesn’t belong to the preacher, it belongs to Jesus. He has a reason why He located us here. So, let me ask you again: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Destroyer, A Doubter, And A Few Disciples

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 30, 2001

Discusses the importance of baptism in conversion by comparing three conversion stories from Acts.

DECISION DAY A Destroyer, A Doubter, and a Few Disciples Acts 8, 9, 16, 19, 22 INTRODUCTION: ILL> The Obit Brad and Mike were two old retired widowers who lived close to each other and would constantly check on the other. Their friendship was more practical rather than a real friendship and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-33, Acts 19:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Jailhouse Rocks

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 4, 2001

When God moved to save Paul and Silas lives were transformed

When the Jailhouse Rocks Acts 16:20-34 February 4, 2001 Morning Service Introduction I. The earthquake in India A. The mass destruction 1. Cities have been decimated 2. Homes and buildings completely destroyed 3. 10’ of thousands have been injured and over 20,000 have died B. Respect for the power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:20-34

Denomination: Church Of God

The Nettles Of God's Love

Contributed by Michael Bell on Feb 22, 2001

This sermon answers the question: HOW ARE WE AS BELIEVERS TO HANDLE THE DISAPPOINTMENTS & DIFFICULTIES OF CLOSED DOORS IN OUR LIFE?

INTRO: Vance Havner in his book IT IS TOWARDS EVENING tells the story about a town where the living of most came through farming cotton. Then the Boll Weevil invaded...devastated the cotton crop - the very source of their income - threatening to put everyone in poor house. THE DOOR TO A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:4-10, 2 Corinthians 12:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Trying To Enter Bithynia?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 15, 2004

Are you sure that where you now are is fully in the will of God? If not, allow God to speak to you.

Stiffkey 16-05-04 Acts 16:6-15: The Vision of Macedonia This morning’s first reading – Acts 16:6-15, is the earliest record of how the Gospel first came to Europe. And I’d like to focus on one verse only – verse 7 which says: “When they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-15

Denomination: Anglican

"Yes We Can"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 15, 2004

God opens and closes doors so that we can do His will.

Acts 16:9-15 “Yes We Can” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org What were the chances that Jeanne and I would ever meet each other? Jeanne was born in Arkansas. I was born in Ohio. Jeanne grew up in Georgia and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Turning Point At Midnight

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 6, 2003

Our greatest discoveries come during the darkest times of our lives.

Scripture: Acts 16:23 – 26 Title: “Turning Point At Midnight” Introduction: Most of the present-day Church would not believe this story. (Acts 16:6 – 7) Especially the unbelieving world. You might ask, why. This story tells about people being led by the Holy Spirit – God giving directions through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:23-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 9, 2003

A look at the need for prayer in our daily lives and in the life of the church.

Job 34:33-37 33 Should it be according to thy mind? he will recompense it, whether thou refuse, or whether thou choose; and not I: therefore speak what thou knowest. 34 Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken unto me. Job 19:23-29 23 Oh that my words were now written! oh ...read more

Scripture: Job 34:33-37, Acts 16:19-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Struggles

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

Power Struggles

Power Struggles Act 16:16-34 I. The Power of Sin. V16-17 Spirit of Deception A. POSSESSED BY A DEMON Spirit of Divination SHE WAS JUST A LITTLE GIRL 1. Strong’s defines the Greek word here as "a young girl, a damsel, a maid-servant, or a young female slave." ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Greater Than All Our Sin

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Mar 22, 2004

Exploring what it means to be saved by “grace through faith” instead of our good works or righteous behavior.

Grace-Greater Than All Of Our Sin Acts 16:30 Thesis: Exploring what it means to be saved by “grace through faith” instead of our good works or righteous behavior. Ron & Susan Wenaas had been waiting a lifetime it seemed for a child to enter their lives that they could call their own. Finally that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:30

Denomination: Holiness

The Ministry Of Motherhood

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help.

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help. Intro.: 1. Today is "Mother's Day." A day we honor those who have (with God's help) given us the gift of life. Many different typesof mothers here today: a. Women who want to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

I Can Do All Things, Even Build A Church

Contributed by Jeffrey Sackett on Sep 20, 2002

A sermon looking at the hazards and opportunities as we start a building program

“I CAN DO ALL THINGS, EVEN BUILD A CHURCH!” Acts 16:22-30; 2 Tim 3:12. Some of you might be wondering about the title of this message in relation to the Scripture passage. Normally, a message with this title would be associated with Philippians 4: 13 where at the end of a discussion about financial ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-30, 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Simplicity Of The Gospel

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Sep 23, 2002

The amazing grace of God is one of the simplest yet hardest to grasp concepts of the Christian faith.

The Simplicity of the Gospel I had some notes taken from someone else’s message (a long time ago?) but have lost the reference. This message uses the fruit of those notes. Thanks to the co-author. I believe God is the true Author of every message to His people. (the Philippian jailer) And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Will Of God

Contributed by Richard Deem on Mar 1, 2001

Often the commited Christian finds it difficult to discern the will of God. It may surprise you to know that it is possible to be in the will of God and not really be aware of it!

TEXT: Acts 16:6-10 INTRO: In 1984 my family attended a Spiritual Retreat (Conference) in Bertchesgaden, West Germany. This was an annual event for those involved in the Ministry to the Military in Europe. These were "high times", indeed. Not only were we "high on a mountain, nestled in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Church Of God

What Will You Do At Midnight

Contributed by David Dailey on Mar 1, 2001

how will you act under pressure.

What Will You Do At Midnight? Our text is in Acts 16:25-26 - And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational