Sermons on Acts 2:20:

Acts Of The Apostles (3of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

If you were to ask church members today what was the greatest day in their church, some might say:

• The greatest day in our church, was after we all had worked and sacrificed for a long time to build it, and had it completed, and were finally able to dedicate it to the Lord, and begin worshipping in it." • Others might say the greatest day in our church, was when we made the last ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Relying On The Work Of The Spirit

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

When we bear witness to the saving power of Christ, we must rely on the Spirit to empower our efforts.

Jesus had told them to wait—His first disciples, I mean. He had given them important work to do—the most important work of all, actually—but He had told them not to attempt it just yet. No. They were to wait. “Don’t give,” He said, “until you have received. Nothing can be done by you until ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Preacher Rescued From Death Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2025

Acts 23:12-35 shows us how God’s providence works in his most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing all his creatures, and all their actions.

Introduction In December 2005, Tony Dungy, coach of the Indianapolis Colts, suffered a tragic loss with the death of his 18-year-old son. At the same time, the Colts faltered during their final games and lost the chance to play for the Super Bowl that year. As players cleaned out their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:12-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Three Harvests Of The Jewish Year

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 3, 2025

There were three Harvest Festivals in the Jewish Year. Passover, Pentecost and the Feats of Tabernacles

Harvest Festival – Swayfield 2025 The reason we celebrate Harvest Festival is because it is a day when we remember and give thanks to God for all He has given us. And as a result of God’s blessings, St. Paul urges us, to be generous to others. Look at what Paul says: 7Each man should give ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Of Faith And Conviction

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In today's sermon, we will explore the profound connection between faith and conviction, drawing inspiration from Hebrews 11 and the examples of biblical heroes.

>> Opening Bible Verse Hebrews 11:1-40 ESV "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation..." >> Opening Illustration Consider the story of Dashart Manji, a man from Gaya who ran ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40, 2 Timothy 4:7, Daniel 3:16-18, Exodus 3:4, Deuteronomy 34:4-5, Romans 4:20-21, Job 1:22, Daniel 6:22, Genesis 6:22, Nehemiah 2:20, Hebrews 11:6, Acts 2:14-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Peter’s First Sermon Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 24, 2025

When the Holy Spirit empowers a message, it pierces hearts, brings conviction, and draws multitudes to Christ.

THE POWER OF PETER’S FIRST SERMON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:14-41 Key Verse: “Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.” (Acts 2:41) Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:19-20; Luke 24:49; John 16:7-8; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When You Need Something More Than Another Good Sermon

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

REAL CHURCH — REAL PEOPLE — IN THE REAL WORLD A good sermon lifts Jesus high, awakens hope in weary hearts, calls us home, and invites a personal response of faith.

INTRO — THE SERMON JUDGING COMMITTEE –––––––––––––––––– 1. A GOOD SERMON PROCLAIMS Acts 2:14 Peter stood up and raised his voice. He didn’t hide behind politeness or whisper his faith so no one would be offended. He didn’t wait for perfect conditions. He didn’t send out a survey to the crowd ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Romans 10:9-10, John 12:32, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 34:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Joel. God Wants To Give His Mercy And Grace, And To Pour Out His Love On All People. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 15, 2025

Nothing like a plague of Biblical proportions to give a nation a bit of a hurry up about returning to God. In Joel's day it was locusts, they had eaten all there was and it was a heads up that; The Day of The Lord was coming. That, and you can't eat what doesn't exist.

Joel. God wants to give his mercy and grace, and to pour out his love on all people. The book of Joel, the third of our minor prophets is a short read. This book of three chapters, is about God confronting and defeating evil. The name Joel while being a short name contains a lot of meaning; ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:4-6, Joel 1:13, Joel 1:14, Joel 1:17, Joel 2:26-27, Joel 2:28-32, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Luke 22:49, Acts 2:33, Acts 2:17-21, Joel 2:12-14, 2 Timothy 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus The King - Empowering His Church (Pentecost) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 30, 2025

JESUS the KING, having ascended to the Right hand of the FATHER, now empowers HIS Church with the HOLY SPIRIT, granting divine authority, boldness, and power to continue HIS mission on earth. At Pentecost, the Kingdom came within us, making us a Spirit-filled people who declare that Jesus is Lord.

2025.11.30. Sermon Notes. Jesus the King Empowering His Church (Pentecost) William Akehurst, HSWC SERIES: JESUS THE KING KEY WORD: Pentecost, Empowerment, Holy Spirit, Witness, Kingdom, Promise, Power (dýnamis), Unity, Revival, Mission, Authority, Boldness SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-4, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:14-21, Acts 2:37-41, Acts 1:4-8, Joel 2:28-32, John 14:16-18, John 16:7-15, Ephesians 1:18-23, Galatians 5:16-25, Acts 4:31, 1 Peter 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

El Espíritu Habita En La Iglesia

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jul 5, 2024

El Espíritu Santo es poder para testificar, promesa cumplida, señal de victoria y don de Dios.

Un día mi padre llegó del trabajo, se puso una ropa vieja para hacer tareas de limpieza y arreglos en la casa. Es decir, se puso aquella playera desgastada y con uno que otro hoyito, y esos pantalones manchados de pintura, su gorra descolorida y unos tenis viejos, y se puso a pintar los ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hearken To My Words Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 19, 2024

Those that were in Jerusalem were hearing the Gospel message, but in their native or natural tongue.

Hearken To My Words” Acts 2:12-22 A great event is taking place in our text today. Those that were in Jerusalem were hearing the Gospel message, but in their native or natural tongue. In the last words of verse 11 “…we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God.” We ask; what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord, Already, Not Yet.

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 10, 2024

The day of the Lord is also the day of Christ’s coming. It refers to his first coming and his second coming. There is an already and not yet aspect to the day of the Lord. Christ has come. The return of Christ and final judgement has not yet come.

When Joel wrote about the day of the Lord it was understood that this was some dreadful event coming like the invasion of a foreign army or a natural calamity like locusts destroying the crops and causing a famine. There was also a hopeful expectation to the day of the Lord that in the end it ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32, Joel 2:12-13, 2 Peter 3:8-10, Amos 5:8, Acts 2:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon For Pentecost

Contributed by William Meakin on May 2, 2024

Pentecost is fundamentally a celebration and acknowledgment of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.

Kevin J. Vanhoozer, an American theologian once remarked: “It is well known that Pentecost reverses Babel. The people who built the tower of Babel sought to make a name, and a unity, for themselves. At Pentecost, God builds his temple, uniting people in Christ. Unity – interpretive agreement and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47, Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 6:10

"every Day Is Pentecost"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 14, 2024

A sermon about change in the church.

“Every Day is Pentecost” Acts 2:1-21 The Book of Acts is the story of the early Church and how it evolved. It’s an amazingly exciting adventure. And in it we get a very intriguing picture of a group of people—folks just like you and me—who are continually being changed and formed and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Pentecost: The Establishment Of The Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

Fifty days after Jesus' resurrection, the church of Jesus Christ was established. A follow-up to the Gospel of Mark series. (PREACHED DURING THE COVID SHUT DOWN)

PENTECOST: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHURCH (FOLLOW-UP TO CHRIST'S GREAT COMMISSION) Good Morning Family, I’m praying that everyone is doing well. I know that you, even as I am, are anxious to be at the church building worshipping together as a family. But, sadly, we will still be home again ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ