Sermons on Acts 2:16-18:

The Birth Of The Church And The Gift Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stan Lobin on Jun 26, 2019

The birth of the Christian Church was ushered in by the promised gift of the Holy Spirit through whom our lives will transform and empower us to transform the world

The Gift of the Spirit and the Birth of the Church In the old traditional culture, the word of God was passed on to the next generation from parents to children through the telling of stories. These stories were told to ensure the important messages from God did not die with the older generations. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Pentecost

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

In this sermon, the so-called "Kantian wall" is acknowledged as a support rather than a threat to Christianity. There is no human way to know God except through Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit has a very special role to play.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Among the great events of the 18th Century is, of course, the American Revolution. But ask historians and they will tell you that there is still another 18th Century revolution ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-10, John 14:25-26, Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

I Will Pour Out My Spirit Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2018

To establish that Joel’s prophecy that Jehovah “would pour out of His Spirit upon all flesh” was fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost upon all nations and for all generations. To clarify that there was only one "out pouring" of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Announced Out Pouring 2. The Actual Out Pouring 3. The Alleged Out Pouring Remarks. 1. In this lesson today we will be discussing the theme: “I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh.” It will be clear at the conclusion that this prophesy was fulfilled on the Day ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Analysis Of Joel's Prophecy Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2018

This lesson analyzes Joel’s Prophecy regarding the “pouring forth of the Holy Spirit upon all flesh.” It will establish that there was only one “pouring forth” of the Holy Spirit in fulfilling this prophecy.

INTRODUCTION Outline. An Analysis of Joel’s Prophecy Introductory Remarks. 1. In this lesson, we will analyze Joel’s prophecy regarding the “outpouring” or the “pouring forth” of the Holy Spirit upon all flesh on the Day of Pentecost. Many consider this event to be the “pouring out of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:14-18, Acts 10:44-48, Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 12: Preach A Biblical Topic Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 18, 2018

How to preach a topic that comes from the Bible.

Lesson Goal To preach a topic that comes from the Bible. Lesson Intro Preaching a text is the easiest and most effective habit for preaching. However, various topics are also covered in the Bible that require the use of several passages of Scripture. How to handle this is an art and a technique ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Will Change You!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 25, 2018

Pentecost Message - The Holy Spirit will transform the way 1. You Speak (Your language) 2. You walk (The way you live)

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21 (Call to Worship - Psalm 104:24-35) Title: Pentecost Will Change You! Pentecost Message - The Holy Spirit will transform the way 1. You Speak (Your language) 2. You walk (The way you live) INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father, Son and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Psalm 104:24-35

Denomination: Nazarene

The Holy Spirit - Part 1 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017

The Holy Spirit is undeniably the least understood part of deity, yet he is said to live within us, a gift we receive when we are baptized. He has several names - Comforter, Spirit of Truth, Helper, and even Holy Ghost in early English translations.

THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, John 16:7-15, 1 Corinthians 12:3-14, Ephesians 4:4, Mark 1:10, Acts 2:2, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 4:24, 2 Samuel 23:1-2, Psalm 51:11, 2 Peter 1:21, Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit - Part 2 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017

The Holy Spirit in the New Testament with power, foretold to Jesus' mother and others, the Spirit on Pentecost, and baptism in the Holy Spirit as compared to baptism of believers today.

THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:4-5, John 16:7-15, John 14:26, John 14:16-17, Matthew 3:11, Luke 1:26-35, Acts 11:1-18, Acts 10:1-48, Acts 2:1-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Starts With One: Part Three, Acts 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 6, 2017

The Mission of Acts

The Coming of the Holy Spirit 1When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. 3And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and resteda on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakthrough Prayer For My Church

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

As people of faith we need to be people of prayer but even more than that, people of breakthrough prayer, asking God to break through in situations where there is nothing else we can do. We need breakthrough prayer in our churches.

It was July of 2012 and was a sad day for me. In my first sermon here I told you about Elwood, my first appointment. Elwood was a nice, quiet, quaint little church in Madison County. A pretty stereotypical white framed country church on a quiet Farm to Market road. In the spring the pastures ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

When God Gets Loose

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 6, 2014

When God gets loose, things change. This message share some things which happen when God gets loose!

WHEN GOD GETS LOOSE Acts 2:14-39 • When we lived in Biloxi, we got a dog & our daughter named her "Dutchess." I’m not so sure whether “Dutchess” was the dog’s name or position!! For me, dogs belong outside, but not Dutchess. When we lived on Lakeview circle, she ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Entering The Lord's Church

Contributed by Andy Brenton on Aug 26, 2014

Jesus said the only way to enter the kingdom is through being born of the water and of the Spirit (John 3:3-5). But what is the kingdom? It is the church (Matthew 16:18-19). Well, does the Lord have two ways for one to enter the church?

ENTERING THE CHURCH “Acts 2:47” A. Some Things Are Expensive But Are Not Really Valuable— Like A Yacht. Some Things Are Inexpensive But Very Valuable— Sunshine Or Rain. Some Things Are Very Expensive And Are Very Valuable— Christ Church! B. Consider The Value Of The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Point Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 3, 2014

To be all that God has called us to be, we must proclaim Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Fern Hansen’s mother was taking her turn cleaning the church, when she heard some boys outside throwing snowballs too close to the building. Rapping on the window pane, she shook her head, causing the white scarf she was wearing to swing from side to side. Alarmed, one boy asked the other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Telling People About Jesus Series

Contributed by Bill Brazell on May 13, 2014

God has called us to Complete the Mission that Jesus began. To do that, we must be “Telling People About Jesus”. People that you come in contact with every day. We must make it the pattern of our lives.

Completing The Mission That Jesus Began Telling People About Jesus Acts 2:14-42 God has called us to Complete the Mission that Jesus began. To do that, we must be “Telling People About Jesus”. People that you come in contact with every day. We must make it the pattern of our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-42

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost: Birthday Party Or Memorial Service?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 19, 2014

Has Pentecost become a dim memory of God's past dealing with the church?

Pentecost: Birthday Party or Memorial Service? Acts 2: 1-41 Introduction Today is Pentecost Sunday on the church calendar. In it we remember the birth of the church when the Holy Spirit descended from heaven and came upon the believers in Jerusalem. In many Schools today, children will cut out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible