Sermons on Acts:

God's Intention For The Human Race

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2025

n today’s Gospel we see Him sending missionaries throughout Israel, giving them instructions on how to behave. They would act like Jesus.

Fourteenth Sunday in Course 2025 We must never forget the Father’s intention for all human beings. It’s easy enough to do that when all around us we see greed, power-grabs, and one human being harming or destroying another. God never intended that to be our destiny. What God wants for every human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Presumption And Partial Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

One of the greatest dangers in leadership is stepping ahead of God—acting out of pressure rather than patience, and making decisions out of fear rather than faith.

PRESUMPTION AND PARTIAL OBEDIENCE – WHEN KINGS WALK AHEAD OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13, 1 Samuel 14 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5–7, Ecclesiastes 8:6, 1 Samuel 15:22–23, Isaiah 30:1, Hebrews 10:36 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest dangers in leadership is stepping ahead ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There's Always Room At The Table Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 19, 2024

God looks exactly like Jesus. Any other image of God is false. We recognize Jesus in the act of serving and there's always room at the table with God.

Ever wondered what God is like? It's a big question, right? But it's important because we tend to act like the God we believe in. The simple answer is, God is just like Jesus. Any other picture of God is off the mark. The Bible shows us how people's understanding of God changed over time, and it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Topics: Divine Nature, Jesus' Teachings, Spiritual Enlightenment, God's Love

The Healing Touch Of Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Why did Jesus choose to touch a leper, considered unclean and untouchable by society? This sermon explores the significance of this act and what we can learn from it.

Why did Jesus touch a leper? Lepers were considered "untouchable" and outcasts from society. But Jesus chose to touch this man. Why? And what can we learn from His actions? Let's start with a trivia question: What is the largest organ in your body? If you're an average adult, your skin covers about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Topics: Jesus' Miracles, Healing Of The Leper

Blood In The Watchman Hand PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

This sermon emphasizes our responsibility as Christians to act as watchmen, spreading the Gospel and warning others of spiritual danger, with the understanding that neglecting this duty can have serious consequences.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into an important message from the book of Ezekiel, chapter 33. This passage speaks to us about the Responsibility of a Watchman, The Consequences of Neglect, and The Power of the Gospel. Theologian John Stott once said, "We must be ...read more

Topics: Witnessing, Christ

Let Us Remember Our Call! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the unity of believers in Christ, their shared purpose to show His love to the world, and the importance of living in harmony, acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God.

Good morning, church family! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to gather with you all today, unified in our love for Christ and our desire to grow together in faith. As we dive into the Word today, we'll be focusing on Ephesians 4:4 and Micah 6:8, two scriptures that remind us of our unity in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4, Micah 6:8

Topics: Unity, Harmony

Lord Make Me A Good Preacher PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the power of making right choices, the importance of listening to God's Word, and the responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel, using Acts 15:22-35 as a guide.

Good morning, church family! I'm excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We're going to explore the power of making the right choices, the importance of truly listening to God's Word, and the immense responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel - hefty stuff, I know. But don't worry, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:22-35

Topics: Choice

The Holy Spirit In Biblical Symbols PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore and understand the symbolism of the violent wind and tongues of fire in Acts 2:1-3, which depict the arrival and transformative work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Good morning, family of God! Isn't it wonderful to gather here today in the spirit of unity and fellowship? We're about to embark on an exploration of the rich symbolism used in the Bible to describe the Holy Spirit. We're diving into Acts 2:1-3, where the arrival of the Holy Spirit is depicted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Topics: Holy Spirit

How To Serve Man PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of serving others as a crucial aspect of our Christian walk, following Jesus' example, and drawing wisdom from Proverbs to guide us in this selfless act.

Good morning, church family! Today we're going to explore a passage from the book of Proverbs that speaks to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ – serving others. There's a beautiful quote from Isaac Watts that says, "In matters of equity between man and man, our Savior has taught ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:10-27

Topics: Service

Loving God With All Of Your Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of Mark 12:30, urging believers to fully love God by desiring His glory, accepting His terms, and dedicating to His acts.

Good morning, it is a blessed day, a day the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We gather here today, not as strangers under a roof, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound by His love and grace. We are here to seek His face, to know His will, and to grow in our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Topics: Giving, God, All

The Power Of The Lamb's Blood SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Our text takes place on the eve of the Israelites' liberation from Egypt. They are instructed to slaughter a lamb and prepare it for consumption with bitter herbs. They are also commanded to take the lamb's blood and use it to mark the outside door posts of their houses. This act of faith and obedience would signal their homes to be passed over during the final plague. This message explores the significance of this act and the powerful symbolism it holds for us today.

Today, we gather to reflect on the significance of the blood of Jesus Christ. Just as the Israelites applied the blood of a lamb to their doorposts for protection and deliverance, we too can find hope and transformation through the blood of Jesus. Let us explore how the blood of Jesus provides ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:7-13

Topics: Easter, Good Friday

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Johns on Sep 15, 2001

God’s Grace doesn’t come without an obligation on our part. We must Believe(have faith) and act upon that faith (obey the Gospel), etc.

AMAZING GRACE - Titus 2:11-2; Ephesians 2:5 BUT GRACE DOES NOT: 1. CIRCUMVENT JESUS CHRIST John 1:17; Eph. 1:7; I Cor. 1:4; Luke 6:46 2. IGNORE THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST Acts 20:24,32; Col. 1:5-6; Acts 11:19-23 3. PERMIT ACCESS APART FROM FAITH Rom. 5:1-2; Eph. 2:8-9; Rom. 3:24-25 4. RULE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:5, Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You A Cain?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Today we consider what led to Cain's act of murder. In that we see the cause, the consequences and the cure of sin. And we have to ask ourselves "Am I A Cain?"

Introductory Considerations 1. Are you a Cain? 2. I would think and hope that everyone here would quickly be able to answer "of course not", for as we just read, Cain was a murder - in fact the first murderer of all time. 2. How could I even think to ask this question? How could I ever think ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Day Of Pentecost, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004

Acts Series: 8th Sermon--The Meaning and the Miracles: Miracle of SOUND [rushing mighty wind, Miracle of SIGHT [flaming heads] Miracle of SPEECH [other tongues].

The Day of Pentecost Acts 2:1-4 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Very controversial chapter! Many denominations build entire belief system around it. Some set it aside, afraid of looking like they are holy rollers…but let’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Traveling With Trust Series

Contributed by W F on Sep 21, 2004

A real believer can trust Gods purposes without knowing why he acts in some ways. (Part 4 "Passing Life’s Tests - the ’why’ test)

Passing Life’s Tests Hebrews 11:8-19 PART IV - Traveling with Trust - The “Why?” Test. Hebrews 11:17-19 INTRODUCTION There is a saying that goes, “Suspicion enters the door through which love and trust exit.” You know when I read the story of Abraham and Isaac, and how God asked Abraham to slay ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: *other