Sermons on Acts 4:29-33:

Growth In Suffering Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 10, 2011

The Early Church experienced growth in numbers, and growth in depth and growth in community. It also experienced a growth in suffering. Jesus said blessed are those who suffer and are persecuted because of him! This talk encourages the church to proclaim

Although I’ve only seen part of it on YouTube there is a humbling episode from the 1961 British film called, ‘Whistle down the Wind’. A group of Lancashire children have experienced the death of a kitten. They had prayed fervently that the little cat would get well, but instead it died. They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-32

Denomination: Anglican

A Counterculture Community Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

As we begin this new series, we’re going to learn what it means to live a countercultural lifestyle as found in the Book of Acts. Whenever God wants to do a new thing, it usually begins with a movement which results in a radical, countercultural communiti

A Counterculture Community Acts 4:32-35 This year, we’re focusing on growing into mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Key to being mature is the lives we lead. As we begin this new series, we’re going to learn what it means to live a countercultural lifestyle as found in the Book of Acts. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Methodist

Foundations For A Great Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010

There are four major foundations that need laid to build a great church: prayer, power, proclaimation and passion.

Foundations to Build a Great Church Acts 4:31-35 August 29, 2010 Morning Message Introduction On December 2001, the “Leaning Tower of Pisa” was finally reopened to the public, after having been closed for almost a dozen years. During that time, engineers completed a 25 million dollar ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Church Of God

Lord, Make Us A Strong Church

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Sep 10, 2010

As the Lord has blessed each one of us to enter into a new year, 2010, I have been in prayer and have found myself very contemplative about the healthy and consistent spiritual growth of this congregation. Looking back over 2009, it is probably evident t

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III LORD MAKE US A STRONG CHURCH Acts 4:23-31 (NIV) The Text On their release, Peter and John went back to their own people and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. When they heard this, they raised their voices together in prayer to God. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Mountain Moving Prayers

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 29, 2011

Many people come with a grocery list during prayer. Some want to impress the hearers with their flowery language. Well that does not impress God one bit. In essence your prayers reflect what you believe about God. Do we pray like the early apostles or ...

Opening illustration: One day a handicapped woman (due to her physical state could not go to church) was reading the newspaper and came across an article about the ministry of D.L. Moody and the Revival that was taking place in the United States. Even though she had never heard of him before, she ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying In The Face Of Opposition

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 3, 2011

When threatened, the church responded with a prayer of personal commitment rather than praying against those who were persecuting them.

Praying in the Face of Opposition TEXT: Acts 4:23-31 BACKGROUND: After the glorious healing of the crippled man at the gate of the temple, Peter (with John alongside him) preaches a powerful message to those who are amazed. This upsets the elders and the teachers of the law who seize Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Economy Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 10, 2008

This sermon examines how Jesus would vote on the economy.

Scripture Recently I came across the following somewhat humorous view of the economic policies of different political systems: • In Communism, if you have two cows, the government takes both of them and gives you part of the milk. • In Socialism, if you have two cows, the government takes one cow ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marks Of The Filling Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Aug 28, 2008

The filling of the Spirit was evidenced in the early church in their unity and their attitude toward their possessions.

A few weeks ago we began looking at the book of Acts, when the Christian church first began, and the power of God’s Spirit was with the people. I want to challenge all of you to read the book of Acts during the summer. It’s 28 chapters long, if you read one chapter a day, you could have it done ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Methodist

It's Alive! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 21, 2008

Purposefully practice love and grace.

IT’S ALIVE! WE ARE NOW THE CHURCH Acts 4.32-35 S: Community C: Unity Th: Never the Same Again Pr: PURPOSEFULLY PRACTICE LOVE AND GRACE. ?: How? How do we get it done? KW: Practice TS: We will find in our study of Acts 4 four practices that enable us to show love and grace in our community. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

When Foundations Shake Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 22, 2008

When Christians get serious about their faith and venture beyond their comfort zones, they have a much deeper appreciation for the support God gives them.

When Foundations Shake (Acts 4:23-31) 1. In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey writes: "There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons. But then the karate lesson ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Release It All!

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jan 29, 2008

When you release all of your difficulty to God through prayer, God shakes your house and you become bold for Jesus Christ.

This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2008 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are hungry for God’s Word. Release it All! By Rev. Greg Johnson Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Powerful Church

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008

In spite of the persecution and opposition it endured, the early church was a powerful church. They experienced and operated in the power of the Holy Spirit daily. The Lord desires no less for His church today.

A Powerful Church Scripture Reading: Acts 4:5-35 Scripture Text: Ephes. 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Ephes. 3:20 [Living] Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-35

Denomination: Church Of God

The Power And Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Carlis Clinton on Feb 6, 2008

This sermon looks at the power available through prayer and the real purpose behind praying.

The Power and Purpose of Prayer: Making Prayer Your Second Language series part 1 Pastor Carlis Clinton (Community Seventh-day Adventist Church) ESL (English as a second language) classes are for people who want to learn English as a second language. There are courses like this available all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Adventist

When The Church Is Shaken Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 14, 2008

We are glimpsing the early church at a very turbulent and emotional time. How do they respond in such a time of crises?

The Highlands of Scotland are known for their shy and reserved temperament. Just how that became the temperament is not known. Some suggest it is the cold weather and long winters with very little daylight. The reserved nature is part of their culture and that reflects itself in every area of life, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Sharing Church Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007

The second in a series of messages based on our the 3 points of our church’s purpose statement: "Seek God, Share Christ, & Serve Others."

“THE SHARING CHURCH” Acts 4:8-31 INTRO – Football season is upon us. How many of you are ready for it? Looking forward to it? I know these guys seated down here in front are ready. Monday Night Football kicks off September 10! Football is a game of strategy, hard hits, and determination. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-31

Denomination: Baptist