Sermons on Acts 20:32:

Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Developing the heart of a servant part 2 Acts 20:18-38 We discussed, last Sunday, the need for faithfulness…to our families, in our finances, to the fellowship of the body, and to the faith. Today, as we continue developing the heart of a servant we will need to think about two more things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 3 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Inside the Heart of the Apostle Paul part 3 Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, whether we get paid for it or not. You may have a career, but have a heart for other things. The Apostle Paul was much more than a tentmaker. He had other interests and those other interests helped mold him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Good Leader

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 31, 2015

In his farewell speech Paul advises the leaders at Ephesus how to become good leaders of the flock.

Imagine after spending nine years in missionary work being asked by God to leave your ministry area to go to a place where persecution and then prison are guaranteed! Instead of being concerned of his own welfare Paul was genuinely concerned for the leaders of the church at Ephesus. He spent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Baptist

Triple Giving Series

Contributed by Tim Zoltowski on Jan 30, 2016

A look at giving of your knowledge, your time, and your money for the common good. The message discussed our need to use what we have been given to lift up the Body of Christ. The need to use the gift we have been given in accordance with our faith.

It is better to give than to receive. That is what Paul quoted Jesus as saying. It is more blessed to give than to receive. Today we will conclude our series on giving by talking about HOW we give. Last week, you’ll remember, that we said if you are in Christ Jesus, the question was not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-35

Denomination: Bible Church

Generosity: Primarily Like Christ

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Feb 1, 2018

Like Jesus, Christians are to build their lives around the principle of generosity.

What would you say to people you love who you are never going to see again? For many of us that brings to memory an emotionally powerful moment in our life. May be it was tender words of affection and admiration or it may have been tearful words of confession and forgiveness. I’ve been at this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-35

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Like Paul Led Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 25, 2016

In this sermon, we look at two passages that describe Paul's leadership, and then we glean leadership principles from them.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a tribe of Native Americans who came to their Chief one autumn and asked him if the winter was going to be cold or not. 1. Not really knowing for sure how cold the winter would be, the chief replied that the winter was going to be cold and that the members of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Renewing Your Mind About Leadership

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 24, 2018

Leaders must: 1) Be Right with God (Acts 20:28a), 2) Shepherd the flock (Acts 20:28b), 3) Guard the flock (Acts 20:29–31), 4) Study and pray (Acts 20:32), and 5) Be free from self-interest.

The crucial component in any organization, institution, or business is its leadership. Good leadership can lift an organization to the heights of success, whereas poor leadership can plunge it into the depths of ruin. Not surprisingly, a vast amount of material is available for those wishing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-38

Denomination: Other

How To Get Ready For Our Hard Goodbyes (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 9, 2018

God's Word has the power! 1. To give us Christian growth (vs. 32). 2. To inspire Christian giving (v. 33-35). 3. To soothe Christian grief (vs. 36-38).

How to Get Ready for Our Hard Goodbyes (Part 3) The Book of Acts - Part 74 Acts 20:32-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 15, 2015 BACKGROUND: *Remember that Acts 20 was a pivotal time in the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul. In these verses Paul reflected on the past. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32-38

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build Your Relationship To God!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 12, 2020

Get this relationship right and earthly ones will also change as you practice the same principles.

II Corinthians 11:21-33 Proposition – You must build your relationship with Jesus! I. By being totally committed! A. Forget feelings! II Timothy. 2:1-7 Newlyweds-everything fresh, different, after awhile routine Examples: soldier, athlete, farmer B. Recognize your position! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:21-33, Ephesians 1:15-23, 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, Acts 20:18-38, Ephesians 4:11-16, Psalm 133:1, Job 13:15, 2 Timothy 2:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Great Church Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 11, 2020

Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. It takes work to make them strong. Let's look at some ways from the scriptures.

Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. There are some very important ingredients – key parts. I feel the starting point to understand and remember, “It’s God’s church and it’s God’s plan.” 1. Ephesians 5:25; The church is the object of Christ’s love. 2. 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-35

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Kingdom Central Despite Life’s Winding Paths Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2020

All believers are stewards of the Kingdom of God. As we meander through life, we need to face the realities about keeping the Kingdom a priority while doing what we can to improve its future impact.

Keeping Kingdom Central Despite Life’s Winding Paths (Acts 20:22-36) 1, Life can be filled with amazing coincidences. 2. Stephen and Helen Lee had just gotten engaged when they made a shocking family discovery. While looking through family photos during their engagement party in New York, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Help Your Church, Don't Hurt It - Part 1

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 17, 2020

The church is being attacked today.

ACTS 20:28-32 “HELP YOUR CHURCH – DON’T HURT IT” – PART 1 A) Whether we realize it or not, our churches are under attack this morning. * You see, the devil and the world hate what is happening here, and they’ll stop at nothing to destroy this place of worship. * How many times have we heard ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

Help Your Church, Don't Hurt It - Part 2

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 17, 2020

The church is being attacked today

ACTS 20:28-32 “HELP YOUR CHURCH – DON’T HURT IT” – PART 2 A) This morning we talked about how that the church is under attack. * The devil doesn’t want us here ... He doesn’t want us to survive ... He wants nothing more than to stop us and destroy this place of worship. B) Paul’s intentions ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 27, 2021

Having warned the elders of the Ephesian church about false teachers Paul also provides some final words of encouragement not the least of which is our everlasting inheritance.

OLActs20-Great Expectations Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Great Expectations Text: Acts 20:32-38 Date: June 27, 2021 Big Idea: The Bible talks about there being an inheritance for believers but what exactly does that mean? It was Dr. Seuss who said, “Don’t cry because it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:30-38, Ephesians 1:11, Matthew 25:14-30

Farewell Speech Of Paul Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 10, 2021

The long-lasting speech of Paul starts with the testimony of his commitment, humility, sincerity in serving the public and the church. He never withdrew any sound doctrines, will of God, profit teachings and blessings from his hearers.

Acts 20:13-38 Farewell Speech of Paul at Ephesus 20:13-17 Paul at Seaport of Ephesus 20:18-35 Long lasting speech 20:36-38 Tearful Farewell to Paul Acts 20:13-17 Paul at Seaport of Ephesus Paul decided hurriedly go back to Jerusalem for the feast of Pentecost. But, before that, he would like to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Methodist