Sermons on Acts 26:19-26:

Defending The Faith Sermon Vi: Fortunate To Be Free To Share Our Testimony Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times of upheaval, when our Christian Faith is attacked by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians are fortunate to be free to share their testimony of the power of God unto salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE -- FORTUNATE ARE WE WHO ARE FREE TO SHARE OUR CHRISTIAN TESTIMONY In this year of our Lord 2020, may our foresight as well as our hindsight be 20/20! May hindsight of our encounter with Christ be as persuadable as was the Apostle Paul’s when he got his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:2-26

From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 14, 2020

In Acts 26:16-32, we see how one can turn “From Darkness to Light” beginning from: 1) The Appearing of Light (Acts 26:16–18), 2) Proclaiming the Light (Acts 26:19–23) and 3) 3) Persevering in the Light (Acts 26:24-32)

Acts 26:16–32 16 But rise and stand upon your feet, for I have appeared to you for this purpose, to appoint you as a servant and witness to the things in which you have seen me and to those in which I will appear to you, 17 delivering you from your people and from the Gentiles—to whom I am sending ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:16-32

Denomination: Other

Wow! You Almost Convinced Me To Be A Christian

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

The Passage is encouraging and concerning. Encouraging to know that God gives us an opportunity to make a choice about our eternity. Discouraging to know that there are others who hear about salvation but reject it.

ALMOST A CHRISTIAN 1. Acts 26:18 I am sending you to them 18 to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me. 2. Acts 26:24 Now as Paul thus made his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:24-28, Acts 26:17-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Failure Not Final Sermon Vi: Why Would Anyone Go From Persecutor To Persecuted Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

Since many folks in our culture appear to be consumed by hatred - much of it aimed at, but some of it by, Christians - we would be wise to review our Lord's confrontation with and transformation of Paul.

WHY WOULD ANYONE CHOOSE TO GO FROM PERSECUTOR TO PERSECUTED? You knew that any focus on the theme Failure Is Not Final with the Father had to get around to the persecutor who became the persecuted. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:9-20

Paul Before Agrippa Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 29, 2017

He explains why he was particularly pleased to be able to state his case to King Agrippa. Of all the high officials residing in the country, nobody knew better than the king the history, principals, and passions that motivated the Jewish people.

July 31, 2016 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.F.5: Paul Before Agrippa (Acts 26:1-32) Commentary 1 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art permitted to speak for thyself. Then Paul stretched forth the hand, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Is Repentance A Dirty Word? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 1, 2017

Message explores danger William Booth saw when he said, “The chief danger that confronts the coming century will be religion without the Holy Ghost, Christianity without Christ, forgiveness without repentance, salvation without regeneration..."

Is Repentance a Dirty Word? Part 1 Luke 24:45-48 Richard Tow 7/17/16 In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s the Salvation Army was a powerhouse of evangelism. It’s founder and leader was William Booth. I want to begin this morning by reading to you a warning handed down by him that will introduce ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45-48, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Proverbs 28:13, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 17:30, Acts 26:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

A Witness To The Faith

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2017

Although under house arrest, Paul continued to proclaim the Gospel. He refused to remain silent about the grace he had received. We need to share the desire and commitment of Paul to proclaim the Gospel.

A Witness to the Faith Acts 26: 19-23; 27-29 This was a stressful and frustrating time for Paul. At this time he had been under house arrest for more than two years. He was accused and arrested in Jerusalem by the influence of the Jewish Sanhedrin. Following an appeal to Caesar, he was brought to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-23, Acts 26:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Invitation To Have A Fresh Encounter With God Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 11, 2019

In our eagerness, in our business, in our enthusiasm, it is possible that we miss out on the most important aspect. The aspect of having an encounter with God. Let us have a fresh encounter with God.

Invitation to an Encounter With God Good Morning. I realise that there are three categories of people here. First category are the new students who are eager to know what lies ahead of them. You are all charged up, all excited to be part of this great institution that you have joined. Second ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-16, Deuteronomy 4:29, Jeremiah 29:13, Acts 17:27, Acts 26:19-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spong Vs Spong Part 5 The Hebrew Scriptures

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 1, 2020

What did Jesus and the Apostles say about the Hebrew Scriptures?

What did Jesus and the Apostles say about the Hebrew Scriptures? Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19, Acts 28:23, Romans 3:31, Romans 7:12, Acts 26:22-23, Zechariah 7:9-10, Matthew 7:12, Acts 24:14-15, Mark 7:9, 1 John 5:3, 2 Corinthians 3:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Personal And Life Changing Nature Of Encounters Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jun 7, 2022

Two aspects stand out when we study encounters with God. One is that it is always a personal one-to-one experience. The second is that it results in significant changes in our lives.

Encounter With God Part 2 Personal Encounter: A life Changing Experience For a video version of this message, please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xCZ-xRH3Yg Last week we started on a series on Encounter with God. Last week we explored the Biblical Perspectives of God Encounters. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-29, Acts 9:3-19, Acts 22:6-16, Acts 26:12-18, Acts 22:17-21, Acts 23:11, Acts 26:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Faith?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 13, 2022

As we repent from sin and turn to God, what must also be included?

As we repent from sin and turn to God, what must also be included? “I have had one message for Jews and Greeks alike—the necessity of repenting from sin and turning to God, and of having faith in our Lord Jesus.” (Acts 20:21 NLT) Repentance is also from unbelief to faith. Are good works evidence ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:21, Acts 26:20, Hebrews 11:1, Jude 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Stop At Almost Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 14, 2022

However you read it, in such a short time Agrippa was given opportunity to be a Christian - but he did not.

Life Lessons From The Chief of Sinners Don’t Stop At Almost Acts 26:1-29 Introduction “The saddest word in the whole wide world is the word, almost.” - Nikita Gill Today’s text has a wealthy ruler saying, “Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” (KJV) “Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'almost Persuaded… But Not Quite' (2023 Sermon)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 8, 2023

'Almost persuaded… but not quite' - Acts chapters 25 & 26 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background: Meet the Cast: • (1). Festus, the Roman Governor. • (2). King Agrippa. • (3). The Apostle Paul. Outline: Scan the section: • (1). Paul saw the light (vs 1-16) • (2). The Gentiles need the light (vs 17-18). • (3). Festus & Agrippa rejected the light (vs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Brethren

Tell Them Your Testimony

Contributed by Johnathan Solomon on Feb 25, 2022

As we examine Paul speech to the King Agrippa, we discover an outline of four points that all Christians should note when sharing their testimony.

According to the U.S. News, over 80% of New Year's Resolutions have failed by the weekend. The New Year is for many people a New Beginning People make resolutions with the hope that the New Year will bring positive change. The 10 most common New Year Resolutions are: 1. Spend more time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:4-26

Denomination: Baptist

Class: Biblical Worldview Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 3, 2022

Worldviews – we all have one whether we know it or not – but we need to evaluate and discern what our worldview is.

Pursue School of Ministry: Teaching - Biblical Worldview Putty last week did a teaching on worldviews and today I want to follow up on that teaching focusing more on forming and having a Biblical worldview. Worldviews – we all have one whether we know it or not – but we need to evaluate and discern ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Acts 26:1-32, John 15:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational