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The Devoted Became The Devotees Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 8, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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This sermon explains that if we want to experience the abundant blessings that the first church received, we must devote ourselves to the same things they devoted themselves to.

The Devoted Became the Devotees Acts 2:42-27 February 3, 2002 Intro: A. [Church Growth, Church Depth, Citation: Vance Havner in On This Rock I Stand. Christianity Today, Vol. 30, no. 13.] I heard of a preacher the other day who was asked, "What’s the size of your pastorate?" he said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unlovely To Beautiful Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 8, 2002

based on 21 ratings

| 6,471 views

This sermon demonstrates the importance of praising with passion!

Unlovely to Beautiful Acts 3:1-10 February 10, 2002 Intro: A. [Not Ready for Aging] In the cartoon For Better or Worse, a mother is looking into the mirror and carrying on a conversation with herself. She says, "My face is changing. It’s not the same—definitely not the same—different. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Church Prays Part 4

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 26, 2002

based on 71 ratings

| 7,613 views

Today we are going to thumb through the pages of Acts and watch those 6 principles we talked about in week two come alive!

When The Church Prays – part 4 John Maxwell writes in his book, Partners in Prayer; In the summer of 1876, grasshoppers nearly destroyed the crops in Minnesota. SO in the spring of 1877, farmers were worried. They believed that the dreadful plague would once again visit them and again destroy the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Refresher Course

Contributed by Joseph Louis on Jun 26, 2002

based on 67 ratings

| 8,153 views

A Message to Refocus on Spiritual Things

Title: Spiritual Refresher’s Course Scripture: Acts 3:19 (AMP), "So repent - change your mind and purpose; turn around and return [to God], that your sins may be erased (blotted out, wiped clean), that times of refreshing - of recovering from the effects of heat, of reviving with fresh air - may ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Courage And The Christian Series

Contributed by George Odell on Jun 27, 2002

based on 5 ratings

| 5,906 views

Sermon Series on the Book of Acts, this sermon just happened to be preached on the 4th of July weekend. It deals with courage as a Christian and having courage in time of peril.

As we go into the coming week we will be celebrating another Fourth of July here in our country. The fourth is the day we celebrate our independence from those who oppressed us so many years ago. This year I think it will have as much or more meaning than the Fourth that followed the bombing of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-13

Denomination: Methodist

Determination To Make Christ Known Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 1, 2002

based on 48 ratings

| 10,187 views

Steps in becoming as determined as Peter and his colleagues to make Christ known.

Determination To Make Christ Known Acts 4:8-22 INTRODUCTION By a show of hands how many of you like fishing? Explain how Arnhem Land ruined me! Well, I want to tell you a story about three people who went on a fishing trip together: A priest, a pastor, & a rabbi went out in a boat to catch ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-22, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

These Men Had Been With Jesus! Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 1, 2002

based on 139 ratings

| 14,511 views

Seven principles for living a dynamic Christian life.

THESE MEN HAD BEEN WITH JESUS! Acts 4:1-22 INTRODUCTION A couple of questions. Firstly: Why are so many churches nearly empty?! (ALLOW RESPONSES) Secondly: Why do so few Christians make an impact?(ALLOW RESPONSES) Someone read 1 Cor 3:1-4 What does this passage say about the questions we have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Family That Prays Together Stays Together Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 6, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 84,991 views

Tips on how to become praying people.

THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER Acts 4:23-37 INTRODUCTION A good Christian lad went camping with his family. He was warned not to stray too far from the campfire, as the woods were full of danger. The young boy had every intention of not straying but curiosity got the better of him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37, Acts 7:27, Acts 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

the Covenant Signs And Seals: Covenant Baptism Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 6,026 views

Baptism is a sign of covenant inclusion for the visible people which seals our union with Christ through the work of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION: A Reformation study of the sacraments is a sad study, filled with testimonies of bitter polemics, schism, division, and even execution. One may catch a glimpse of the pain, seeing Zwingli at Marburg, or a drowning protestor in Zurich, or a banished ¡°sacramentarian¡± in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Kind Of Church Should We Be?

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

based on 17 ratings

| 3,878 views

A sermon that looks into a Biblical model of what a church should look like.

Introduction: Would you rather be a goose or an eagle? Read Scripture/Pray Background: Church directly after Pentecost @ about 120 Purpose Statement: If we are to be a Biblical church then we must… I. Be Devoted (v. 42) A. To the Word 1. Apostle’s teaching was foundation of the NT 2. Note the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Anchor Points For Church Growth

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 10, 2002

based on 158 ratings

| 11,357 views

In light of a desire for church growth many abandon the anchoring points that bring God’s blessing.

ANCHOR POINTS FOR CHURCH GROWTH ACTS 2:41-47 Introduction: If we desire church growth, it would be good for us to look at the pattern set by the early church in Jerusalem following the Day of Pentecost. The church experienced phenomenal growth and had the power of God flowing through virtually ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

"Truth Or Consequences"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

based on 94 ratings

| 8,021 views

Ananias and Saphira were right to equate giving with spirituality, but wrong to think giving was a substitute for spirituality.

“Truth and Consequences”(Ananius & Sapphira) Acts Rev Dr Robert G. Leroe Have you ever kept a gift that you had planned to give away? Acts 5 tells of such a gift. This incident reveals that even in the earliest days of the Church, New Testament believers were not a society of perfect people. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

The Work Of The Holy Spirit And Church Revitalization Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 12, 2002

based on 244 ratings

| 18,842 views

Church Growth is the Supernatual Work of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit and Church Revitalization Dr. Ray W. Ellis The work of the Holy Spirit is vital to the revitalization of a local church. The entire process of revitalization is based on seeking spiritual health prayer and the energizing work of the Holy Spirit. Without the presence of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Devil Made Me Do It! Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 14, 2002

based on 47 ratings

| 10,239 views

Looking at the account of Ananias and Sapphira in four sections: 1. The Sin of Ananias and Sapphira, 2. The Courage of the Apostle Peter, 3. The Judgment of God, and 4. The Reaction of the people.

THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT! Acts 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION That great preacher of old, Spurgeon said – and I quote, ‘Mark Antony once yoked two lions together and drove them through the streets of Rome, but no human skill can ever yoke together the Lion of the Tribe of Judah and the Lion of the Pit.’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ignite A Revival

Contributed by James May on Oct 9, 2002

based on 58 ratings

| 14,251 views

If we really want to see revival then we must allow the Holy Spirit to "kill" the sin within us so that the "common people" will be touched through us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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