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Why God Used Stephen In Such Powerful Ways

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 23, 2001

based on 68 ratings

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The Lord multiplies those who are willing to follow Christ in all aspects of life even if it means personal sacrifice. Stephen spoke out against the idolatry of the people who trusted more in the gods of their own making than Jehovah. (Acts 7:40) It might

Why God Used Stephen’s Willingness to Die for What He Believed (Acts 7) Illustration:Ministry that costs nothing, accomplishes nothing. John Henry Jowett. 1. Jesus said, “If anyone will come after me let him deny himself, take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) The Lord multiplies ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church Vital Signs

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 19, 2001

based on 66 ratings

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A deductive exposition of the text that reveals the six vital ministries of the church.

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to work for health and vitality in our local congregation. Response: individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray at the altar rail and commit themselves to working for even greater vitality in our church. Visual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Expansion

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Nov 5, 2002

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God will expand the ministries within a church, when we allow him to determine the priorities.

EXPANSION fellowship community ¡V 3 Nov 2002 Acts 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION: As we come to God¡¦s precious Word today, I have titled today¡¦s message: ¡§Expansions.¡¨ Now, there are some good types of expansion and some bad. For example, when a business expands that¡¦s a good example, but when my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Take A Stand For Jesus

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

based on 9 ratings

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Share your faith

Average Christian is about as likely to join the Mafia as seriously live like Jesus. Paraphrase Acts 6:1-7 - read vs.. 5 & 8 Stephen a spiritual redwood Read vs.. 8-15 Opposition from former slaves, not slaves to Temple rituals Charged with speaking blasphemy against Moses and God and the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raising The Bar Of Evangelism Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Nov 12, 2002

based on 246 ratings

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This is part of a series of sermons that encourages members to take a personal responsibility for the growth and ministry of the local church.

RAISING THE BAR THE BAR OF EVANGELISM Acts 4:32-33 INTRODUCTION: Each day as Paul Harvey signs on he says, “You know what the news is. In a minute you’re going to hear the rest of the story.” POEM> What’s the News? What’s the news? What’s the news? Pray, what’s the order of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everyone Has A Story

Contributed by Eric Thomas on Nov 14, 2002

based on 23 ratings

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As followers of Christ, we must embrace and share the story that God has penned upon the fabric of our hearts.

Introduction The members of First Church saw that they had a story to tell and they shared it with others wherever they went and whenever they could. This morning I pray that we might see our life’s story as the members of the First Church saw their life story. I pray that we might celebrate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:41-42

Denomination: Baptist

Deliberate Dishonesty Series

Contributed by Darrell White on Nov 15, 2002

based on 86 ratings

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Many of us live in deliberate (secret) sin, but God knows our hearts and will act accordingly.

Deliberate Dishonesty Acts 5:1-11 11/15/02 Introduction A. Does sin affect you? Do you believe that when you sin there will be repercussions for your sin? 1. Many of us have seen the repercussions for our sin. a. People have been hurt – physically or emotionally. b. We have been personally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

Miracles In The Christian Life

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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The Christian sees what the unbeliever does not see; believes what the unbeliever does not believe; and will escape what the unbeliever cannot escape.

NOTABLE MIRACLES IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE "What shall we do to these men? For, indeed, that a notable miracle has been done through them is evident to all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it." Acts 4:26. I. THE CHRISTIAN SEES THE INVISIBLE We see Christ in the Old Testament: As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:26

Denomination: Baptist

Jealous For Christ Series

Contributed by Darrell White on Nov 22, 2002

based on 15 ratings

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Jealousy causes us to live life in fear, anger and pride - Christ calls us to live in peace, confidance, and humilty.

Jealous for Christ Acts 5:17-42 11/24/02 Introduction A. In addressing the topic of jealousy this morning, I would like to start by using a story the Dr. Gary Collins wrote: “For many years Sir Walter Scott was the leading literary figure in the British Empire. No one could write as well as he. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Holiness

Prayer, The Pressing Priority

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Nov 23, 2002

based on 14 ratings

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Since prayer is the pressing priority of the hour, we need to know how we should go about it.

Prayer, The Pressing Priority Text: Acts 6: 4 Intro: After Jesus concluded a prayer cession, one of His disciples said, “Lord, teach us to pray…” (Luke 11: 1c). The teaching that followed is what is commonly referred to as “The Lord’s Prayer,” or “The Model Prayer.” As one might assume, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Profile Of A Great Christian

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002

based on 14 ratings

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Truly one of the great figures in the long line of Christian heroes is Stephen. His fearless proclamation of the Gospel, well-knowing the possible consequence of doing so, should inspire us to uncompromisingly proclaim God’s message without regard as to

PROFILE OF A GREAT CHRISTIAN “And Stephen, full of faith and power, did wonders and miracles among the people.” Acts 6:8 I. STEPHEN WAS A MAN OF HIGH MORAL CHARACTER: "But select from among you, brethren, seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Integrity On Display Series

Contributed by Stephen Boardman on Oct 20, 2002

based on 101 ratings

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Everyone of us are examples to non-Christians. Some are good examples and some are bad examples. Ananias & Sapphira were included in the Bible because of their bad example; Paul shows us what a good example, a man of integrity, looks like!

If you want to have the kind of a church Like the kind of a church you like, You needn’t slip your clothes in a grip, And start on a long, long hike. You’ll only find what you left behind, For there’s nothing that’s really new. It’s a knock at yourself when you knock your church – For the it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-36, Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Becoming A Barnabas Or A Barnacle

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

based on 76 ratings

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Encouragement

Becoming a Barnabas or a Barnacle, Acts 4:36-37 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ September 8, 2002 A man interviews some people for a secretary job. First enters a very beautiful woman and the boss asks her: - "What’s your name?" - "Lily", says the woman. - "Why Lilac?" asks ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flip Side Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Andrew Hamilton on Oct 26, 2002

based on 76 ratings

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As much as Jesus calls for complete surrender, he also makes that call of ordinary people - putting discipleship within all of our grasp

The Flip Side of Discipleship Intro Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews. Problem: "Left inside main tire almost needs replacement." Solution: "Almost replaced left inside main tire." Problem: "Test flight OK, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Answering Our Culture #5: "Jesus Is Not The Only Way To God Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002

based on 51 ratings

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Fifth in the series aimed at answering objections. This one discusses exclusivity, and that people feel sincerity is the main issue.

Answering Our Culture #5 – “Jesus is Not the Only Path to God.” (Sincerity is All That Matters) John 14:6; 3:35-36; Acts 4:12 August 25, 2002 NOTE: SOME OF THE MATERIAL FOR THIS MESSAGE WAS FOUND IN PAUL COPAN’S BOOK "TRUE FOR YOU, BUT NOT FOR ME." (1998; BETHANY HOUSE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, John 14:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

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