Sermons on Acts 6:8-8:40:

Stephen: His Life & His Love; Pt 1 By Dr. Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 7, 2004

While in seminary, I was asked, "What is the best translation of the New Testament?" I replied, "My Grandmother." Today Stephen serves as our best example of the qualities of a servant. Let’s examine them together!

Introduction I. I was standing in the hall following Chapel at Seminary and was asked by a fellow student, what I thought was the best translation of the New Testament was, I replied, "My Grandmother..." Surprised my friend continued his questioning by returning with, "I didn’t know your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

'betty, Lie Still' Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Aug 9, 2002

This message explores some important truths regarding our prime ministry as portrayed by Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch.

‘BETTY, LIE STILL’ Acts 8:26-40 Introduction ‘Old Betty was converted late in her life, and though she was very poor she was very active. She visited the sick; out of her own poverty she gave to those who were still poorer; she collected a little money from others when she could give none of her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

"Leaderhsip That Makes A Difference"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 10, 2002

Many people who serve in positions of leadership only hold a position and never make a difference. Things and people remain the same during their tenure and time is lost that can never again be retrieved. God help us all to be leaders that make a differ

"LEADERSHIP THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE" Dr. Dennis Deese, Fan The Flame Ministries, Inc. ACTS 6:1-8 Many people who serve in positions of leadership only hold a position and never make a difference. Things and people remain the same during their tenure and time is lost that can never again be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-8

The Scattered Church

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 11, 2002

God has one desire for us: to go and share the good news!

THE SCATTERED CHURCH ACTS 8: 1-8, 26-40 AUGUST 11, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Who knew it was so simple. Asking children in my Sunday school class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get to heaven?” “NO”! The children answered. “If I cleaned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Stephen: The Princely Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 27, 2002

"Lord, lay no charge"

STEPHEN THE PRINCELY PRAYER “Lord, lay no charge.” Date: August 18, 2002 P.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Acts 7:55-60 Introduction Over these past few months I have taken scriptures and prayers in the Bible and used them as sermon topics. I have called them prayers that made a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Baptist

How To Do Right When You've Been Wronged

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

How should a Christian react to being wronged?

How To Do Right When You’ve Been Wronged Open: The title of my message this morning is: “HOW TO DO RIGHT, WHEN YOU’VE BEEN WRONGED” It happens to all of us at one time or another. We know we didn’t do anything wrong, we were innocent in the situation. We didn’t provoke or incite, but someone ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Acts 8:32, Romans 12:19, Romans 12:17-18, Luke 23:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

234 - Why Water Baptism? (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Sep 21, 2002

Three undeniable truths about water baptism.

Sermon Study # 234 – Why Water Baptism (part 1) READ > Acts 8:26-39 (KJV) Key Passage: Acts 8:36 And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized? Acts 8:37 And Philip said, If thou believest with all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Family That Prays Together Stays Together Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 6, 2002

Tips on how to become praying people.

THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER Acts 4:23-37 INTRODUCTION A good Christian lad went camping with his family. He was warned not to stray too far from the campfire, as the woods were full of danger. The young boy had every intention of not straying but curiosity got the better of him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37, Acts 7:27, Acts 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

#4perspective:change Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2002

If you don’t like what you are getting,you must change what you are giving.

#4 PERSPECTIVE: CHANGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Jer. 13:23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the leopard his spots? Acts 6:14 ... they said, We heard Jesus was coming and bringing change. Isaiah 6:8, says: "Here am I." Ruth 2:2 says, " Let me now go, I shall find ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:14, Jeremiah 13:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Secret Of Success Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 16, 2002

The story of Stephen. In God’s eyes, Stephen was so successful, that verse 56 tell us that Jesus Himself stood to show Stephen that He was a witness on his behalf.

THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Acts 6:8-15 & 7:54-60 INTRODUCTION Do you believe that we as a society put a lot of emphasis on success? (ALLOW RESPONSES) What are the indications of our obsession with success? (ALLOW RESPONSES) Would you like to know the secret of success? Hands up who would like to know ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Here? Pt 1 Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 23, 2002

There appears to be the themes of persecution in verses 1-3 and evangelism in verses 4-8. But I want to suggest that this entire passage is primarily all about evangelism!

WHY ARE WE HERE? pt 1 Acts 8:1-8 Introduction Two elderly couples were enjoying conversation when one of the men asked the other, ‘Fred, how was the memory clinic you went to last month?’ ‘Outstanding, they taught us all the latest psychological techniques: visualisation, association, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

In My Whole Life Nobody ... Part 2 Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 14, 2001

"I guess I was a kind of an unruly girl or something, so maybe they didn’t want me. I attended a church college, too. But nobody ever said a word to me about becoming a Christian. So I never did."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Acts 8:34-39; Matthew 10:32 ILL. Last week I began Part 1 of this 3-part sermon series by telling about a young lady I had never met before who asked if she could talk with me about a problem concerning ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:30, Acts 8:34-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why God Used Stephen In Such Powerful Ways

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 23, 2001

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

Stopping Your Ears

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 5, 2002

There are several interesting similarities between the mob that Stephen preached to and those who will deny the same message today.

STOPPING YOUR EARS Acts 7:51-60 (vs. 57) INTRO. These are the final moments in the life of one of the first Christian martyrs. The men Stephen was speaking to were the great and mighty men of their day and nation. They knew the Scriptures and should have been among the first to recognize ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Baptist

Servanthood

Contributed by Lee Brockinton on Oct 11, 2002

servanthood

Title: Life Basic Training # 2 ..Moses -- The Making Of A Servant Text: Acts 7 Intro: Last week we began a series of messages that deals with our values. Values - is the lifestyle by which we truly live our lives by. For what we live is what we truly value. -- Last week we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:17-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational