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Taking A Stand Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 13, 2004

based on 66 ratings

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Peter’s response to Simon seems a bit harsh... until you realize what Simon really needed in his life.

OPEN: In February 2001, Adam Burtle, a 20 year old student at the University of Washington put his soul up for auction on eBay. The ad read: "Hardly used. I make no warranties as to the condition of my soul. As of now it is near mint condition, with only minor scratches. Due to difficulties ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embarrased Believer Or Person Of Impact

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Mar 22, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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All followers of Jesus can be high impact people because of the purpose and power of God in their lives.

Embarrassed Believer or Person of Impact? Scripture Reading: Acts 6:1-15 Text: Acts 6:2-10; 7:54, 57-59 Sermon Idea: Are you an embarrassed believer or person of impact? All followers of Jesus can be high impact people because of the purpose and power of God in their lives. We can and should be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-10, Acts 7:54-59

Denomination: Holiness

The Limitations And Advantages Of Learning, As Illustrated In The Life Of M

Contributed by Walter Pankow on Apr 5, 2004

based on 4 ratings

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Advantages and disadvantages of education

Acts 7:22. Volume I. Page 48. We have heard many severe condemnations of the educational system of to-day, both by learned and unlearned. The strongest condemnation I have heard was by a doctor who had to deal with many cases of immorality among high school students. The ordinary m an knows ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Importance Of Knowing History

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 19, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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We must not be set in opposition to God.

THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING HISTORY Acts 7.1-53 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE MUST NOT BE SET IN OPPOSITION TO GOD. We must not set ourselves in opposition to God. KW: Pleas TS: Since Stephen stands accused of blasphemy, we will find four pleas he makes in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism In The Ministry Of Phillip Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 23, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 3,917 views

A sermon on the place of baptism in the ministry of Phillip the evangelist.

Baptism in the Ministry of Phillip Acts 8 INTRO.: Phillip was not one of the twelve apostles. He was one of the first deacons, selected in Acts 6. He is described as a man “full of the Spirit and wisdom.” Acts 6:3-5. He was a powerful and capable preacher of the Gospel. There was serious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lively Oracles Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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The accuracy and truthfulness of its message attest to its divine nature.

THE HOLY BIBLE ACTS 7:38 A. THE BIBLE IS CALLED 1. "The book of the Lord": Isa. 34:16 2. "The scripture of truth": Dan. 10:21 3. "The holy scriptures": Rom. 1:2; 2 Tim. 3:15 4. "The lively oracles": Acts 7:38 5. "The gospel of God": Rom. 1:1-3 B. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:38

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Pourquoi Les Eglises Ferùent

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

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Il y a un certain nombre de raisons pour lesquelles une église peut baisser et être confronté à la perspective de la mort du ministère en place. Certaines des causes sont en dehors du contrôle de l’Eglise. D’autres sont le résultat direct de ce que le p

POURQUOI LES EGLISES FERMENT ? Il y a un certain nombre de raisons pour lesquelles une église peut baisser et être confronté à la perspective de la mort du ministère en place. Certaines des causes sont en dehors du contrôle de l’Eglise. D’autres sont le résultat direct de ce que le peuple fait ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Please Explain Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 4,781 views

The Ethiopian Eunuch didn’t understand the Bible until someone explained it to him. The whole Bible points to Jesus’ life death and resurrection.

In a few minutes we’ll say the creed, as we do most weeks, and we’ll repeat these words almost without thinking: "For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again - in accordance with the Scriptures." I wonder whether we ever stop ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Anglican

Walking Across Impossibilities Part Two Series

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on May 17, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 4,248 views

If you have faith in God.... trust and believe Him for everything... not just the big things.. but everything in your life... you can walk across impossible situations! No matter how bad things seem in your life.... don’t quit... don’t give up.

Walking Across Impossibilities Part Two Through Faith, Your Impossible Situation Can Become Possible Exodus 2:11-15 In our previous lesson, we learned that the children of Israel were in an impossible situation; under bondage and hard taskmasters. There seemed to be no way out of this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-15, Acts 7:22, Exodus 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

City-Wide Revival Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 23, 2004

based on 130 ratings

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It can happen again, and here’s the ingredients to fire our people up again! Outline: The Man, The Message, The Miracles. Powerpoint at website.

City-Wide Revival Acts 8:1-8 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I’m a student of church history…and some of the most fascinating stories you can read are about the occurrences of Great City-wide Revivals! [shake entire city for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

For Once Listen To What God Says

Contributed by Ramsey Ledford on Jul 14, 2005

based on 26 ratings

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This is a sermon about something we all do, it’s about listening. Though we all listen many are no effective listerners at all. God has something to say and we must listen.

“For Once Listen To What God Says” #1) How well do YOU listen? “SECURE ATTENTION” A) God teaches in His word that when we do something we should do it to the very best of our ability. 1) God teaches in His word that we should do the best we can in all areas of life for His glory. 2) Today I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Committee.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 21, 2003

based on 19 ratings

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The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations.

The committee. Acts 8:1 -- 25. 12/17/03 The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations. What the devil meant for harm, the Lord just turned around for good. Some of the believers had to flee ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Nemesis, The Power, And The Obedient Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 22, 2004

based on 17 ratings

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This study is taken from our ongoing series of "Fabulous Friday Morning Bible Studies" and describes the transformation of Saul from a coat watcher to the Arch-nemesis of the church, the problem of Simon the Sorceror during the Samaritan Revival, and Phil

Acts 8 Verse 1-3 “THE ARCH-NEMESIS OF THE CHURCH Dr. Luke wants to make certain that the reader is aware of Saul’s presence and attitude regarding the mob execution of Stephen. Some have assumed that Luke is declaring that Saul had an actual vote in the Sanhedrin, but I really doubt that this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Make A Way Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 20, 2006

based on 104 ratings

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How God makes a way when your problems seem unsolvable.

This is the 3rd installment in the 4-part series on Second Chances. We’ve been looking at the times the Bible uses the phrase "a second time" and we’ve been learning more about how God gives each of us numerous opportunities to do His will and experience the joyful life He offers. It is so good ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:10-13, Acts 7:13-40

Denomination: Baptist

Simony, Nepotism And Cronyism- Oh My!

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 24, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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A sermon on corruption in the church based on the story of Simon the Sorcerer in Acts 8. (Thanks to SermonCentral Contributors and Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page)

Sermon for 1/22/2006 Acts 8:4-25 Introduction: In February 2001, Adam Burtle, a 20 year old student at the University of Washington put his soul up for auction on eBay. The ad read: "Hardly used. I make no warranties as to the condition of my soul. As of now it is near mint condition, with only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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