Sermons on Acts 6:1-8:3:

The Book Of Acts, Part 11- Available To God; What To Do Before Your Call Series

Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 4, 2006

We’re going to look at a man named Philip •Philip is what we might call a "minor character of Acts" •We know great characters of Peter and Paul. •When we meet Philip: -Not a professional missionary; great evangelist; powerful preacher -Just an o

Available to God (or, “What to do before your call”) Philip in Samaria (Acts 8:1-8) 1982 was a momentous year in my life. After 12 yrs. of school and 4 yrs. of college, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree. It was a wonderful accomplishment. •Unfortunately, like many college graduates my goal up ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Human Resource And Diversity Issues In The Early Church

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on May 6, 2006

Apostolic church faced human resource issues. Apostles needed to delegate authority so could concentrate on primary calling to pray and preach.

Introduction Running a church sometimes just takes common sense. Real problems arise in the Church just like any other institution, however, through prayer, cooperation within the Body of Christ, and some thought even the most complex problems can be solved. Today’s reading from Acts 6:1-7 deals ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Life Story Of Moses

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 10, 2006

A panorama of Moses’ life breaks nicely into three forty year segments (Acts 7:23; Deut.34:7). Our focus today will be on the second forty year segment of his life for it was in this time of life that God did His greatest work in Moses.

Background: A panorama of Moses’ life breaks nicely into three forty year segments (Acts 7:23; Deut.34:7). Our focus today will be on the second forty year segment of his life for it was in this time of life that God did His greatest work in Moses. In Stephen’s speech just prior to his martyrdom in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-36

Bringing Cause From Chaos

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

God is not the author of chaos but he can take even our chaos and bring His great cause from it.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com ------------------- BRINGING CAUSE FROM CHAOS. ACTS 6:1-8 A. This is the first place that there was trouble in the church. There was commotion, confusion, disorder . They say that a church should never have any disorder in it. That may be so but there ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Deacon Ordination Charge

Contributed by Bruce Allen on May 25, 2006

This sermon is a charge to the deacons at an ordination service.

Deacon Ordination Charge Acts 6:3 Introduction This morning this church has gathered together to ordain the following two men – C. E. and J. O. – as deacons. The term “Deacon” is a term which is our English transliteration of the Greek word diakonos. This Greek word is found 29 times in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:3

Denomination: Baptist

Take God At His Word

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 13, 2006

Abraham received God’s promise but saw its fulfilment 25 years later. The long journey and wait saw his faith growing stronger and his understanding of God deepened.

In Gen 12, God made a promise to Abraham, that • He will give Abraham a land – “the land I will show you” (12:1) • He will make him into a great nation; He will make his name great • He will be blessing, and become a blessing to others. The world will be blessed through him. Here we see the heart ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-5, Acts 7:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Hand At The Plow

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 25, 2006

An ordination service ... Day after day commitment, all the while realizing the Lord could come back at any moment...

My father-in-law is a farmer. Over the years, I have come to learn and appreciate what that means. When a yuppie comes out here from the city and decides to have a farm because it sounds so quaint, they aren’t really farmers. They may like playing around with the horses and maybe even doing a day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:3

Denomination: Baptist

Part 4 - Service Giving And Mercy Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Apr 29, 2005

In this sermon we examine the biblical definition and use of Srvice (or helps), giving and mercy in the spiritual gifts.

Spiritual Gifts Series Part 4 – “Service, Giving and Mercy” Rev. Bruce A. Shields – First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org I would like to welcome you to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City, we are very glad you are here today. If you are visiting, please fill out a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

The First Controversy In The Church Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on May 1, 2005

What does a church in action do with problems? How do we handle controversy? By following the example of the early church.

The First Controversy in the Church A church in action will still have some problems. ILL>>>Perhaps the only way to avoid quarreling with your wife is to let her go her way and you go hers. ILL>>> Sue Martinuk, War had broken out between my roommate and me. We dealt with our anger by not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Deacons Leading As Change Agents

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 5, 2005

God desires to use deacon leadership to lead His churches through changes that inevitably come up in the life of a church.

God’s Glorious Church Deacons Leading as Change Agents Acts 6:8-15 Woodlawn Baptist Church May 1, 2005 Introduction Do you like change? You’ve probably heard about the man from the back mountains of Tennessee who found himself one day in a large city, for the first time standing outside an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Los Primeros Diaconos

Contributed by Richard Perez on Nov 9, 2006

El Ministerio de Diaconos Dentro de la Iglesia Local

Los Primeros Diáconos Hechos 6:1-7 R. Perez 1 En aquellos días, como crecía el número de los discípulos, hubo murmuración de los griegos contra los hebreos, que las viudas de aquellos eran desatendidas en la distribución diaria.2 Entonces los doce convocaron a la multitud de los discípulos, y ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

So Somone Is Throwing Stones

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 9, 2006

Accept the provoking reality Acknowledge the preserved resource Activate a proper response

SO SOMEONE IS THROWING ROCKS AT YOU Acts 7:54-60 Acts 7 is the longest address in the book of Acts, and one of the most important. In it Stephen reviewed the history of Israel and the contributions made by their revered leaders: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, David, and Solomon. Stephen’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist

Going Out Of Your Way For Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 14, 2006

Discover the reason why missionaries and other Christian workers go out of their way to follow Jesus Christ.

Introduction: Have you ever had a disagreement with someone over a sandwich? I have! My disagreement was with Judy (my wife). I met Judy when I was in seminary. When we first started dating this disagreement occurred. On this particular afternoon Judy had to work and I was off. She worked as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is With Me

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

A message that reveals seven blessings of God being with us

The Lord is With Me 7 blessings of God’s Presence Pro 18:10(AMP) The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the [consistently] righteous man [upright and in right standing with God] runs into it and is safe, high [above evil] and strong. (BBE) The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the upright ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:10, Acts 6:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Set Up

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 12, 2006

We can adjust to the change God brings.

A SET UP Acts 6.8-15 S: New Covenant C: Adapting to Change Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE CAN ADJUST TO THE CHANGE GOD BRINGS. Type: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be a person of faith, like Stephen – a man of character and courage. • Adjust yourself, adjust your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist