Sermons on Acts:

The Second Coming

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 22, 2021

How do we react to signs of the end of the age? How would Jesus encourage us to act regarding prophecy? Let's examine principles from Jesus’ prophecy in Luke 21:25-36.

Prelude How do we react to signs of the end of the age? Purpose: How would Jesus encourage us to act regarding prophecy? Plan: Let's examine principles from Jesus’ prophecy in Luke 21:25-36. Distress “And there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on the earth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Wisdom For Graduates

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 10, 2021

In this passage, Solomon is acting as a teacher instructing his students about life. He concludes with his observations about the purpose of life; and in his closing remarks we find four words of wisdom that can be applied to graduates.

Today is our Graduate Recognition, and I feel led to share from a passage in Ecclesiastes. This book is believed to have been written by Solomon, since Ecclesiastes 1:1 says that these are “the words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem.” To get started, I think these words can ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost

Contributed by Anthony Stander on May 22, 2021

Act 19:2 He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost.

PENTECOST 2021 Act 19:1 And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples, Act 19:2 He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-2, Acts 1:8

Healing Scriptures

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 2, 2025

We are vulnerable to sickness and disease. But it is the POWER of GOD that Raises you up. Let the WORD of GOD wash over, in and around you, to cleanse you. Rise Up and Walk and BE HEALED in JESUS Name! (Acts 3:6)

2025.01.02 HEALING SCRIPTURES - All scripture from the NKJV BIG IDEA: We are vulnerable to sickness and disease in this earthly vessel... Aren't you glad it doesn't end there? BUT GOD... IT IS the POWER of GOD that will Raise you up. Let the WORD of GOD wash over, in and around you to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2-5, Psalm 107:19-20, Jeremiah 17:14, Psalm 91:1-2, Psalm 91:9-11, Psalm 91:15-16, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 41:3, Isaiah 53:5, Mark 5:34, Luke 17:19, 1 Corinthians 6:14, Acts 4:10, Acts 3:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Restoration

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2025

Divine restoration is the act of God bringing back to His people what has been lost, stolen, or destroyed. It is a demonstration of His mercy and power to turn around situations and restore His glory in the lives of His children.

Title: DIVINE RESTORATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 "And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26, Psalm 51:12, Isaiah 61:7, Jeremiah 30:17, Job 42:10, 2 Kings 8:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trusting God In Difficult Times

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

Life is filled with challenges that can test our faith, shake our confidence, and make us question God’s plan for our lives. During times of difficulty, trusting in God becomes a vital act of faith.

Title: TRUSTING GOD IN DIFFICULT TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10; Psalm 34:19; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 34:19, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pentecost: 'the Holy Spirit Is Given'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 8, 2025

PENTECOST: 'The Holy Spirit is Given' - Acts chapter 1 verses 1-13 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Day of Pentecost (vs 1a) (2). The Coming of the Spirit (vs 2-4) (3). The Reaction of the Crowd (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Happy Birthday is probably the best-known song, • In the English-speaking world, • It was written in 1893 by two sisters, • Mildred & Patty ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Call To Holiness

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 25, 2025

How Christians respond to the pressures and temptations of modern society while remaining faithful to God's standards. It means walking in obedience, embracing spiritual disciplines, engaging in acts of love and service, enduring trials with faith ...

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: How Christians respond to the pressures and temptations of modern society while remaining faithful to God's standards. Consider a young professional working in a competitive corporate environment where unethical practices such as dishonesty, manipulation, or cutting ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does God Want From Elders? (Job 29:1-25; Joshua 20:1-9; Acts 6:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 28, 2022

Job was the ideal role model, for a good "elder" in ancient Israel. Authority is used for the vulnerable, to create authentic unity. Part 3 of cities of refuge.

I'd like to begin this morning by simply reading Joshua 20:1-9, from start to finish: (1) And Yahweh spoke to Joshua, saying, (2) "Speak to the sons of Israel, saying, "Make for yourselves cities of refuge, which I had spoken to you by the hand of Moses, (3) to flee there, a ...read more

Scripture: Job 29:1-25, Joshua 20:1-9, Acts 6:1-7

Abraham, The Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 15, 2004

Abraham, the friend of God, was also a frail individual filled with doubts, who occasionally made unwise decisions. He sometimes acted without consulting God for guidance. He was often afraid. But God did not give up on him.

“Abraham—the friend of God” (introductory message) Hebrews 11:8-12, 17-19 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Introduction: Abraham is revered by all Jews, Christians, and Moslems; he serves as a common link. He is the patriarch of the Jewish nation, a spiritual father ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Congregational

God Will Settle All Issues

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 28, 2003

We live in a cursed world. Too often, the bad guy gets away. But in God’s judgment, all acts will be brought to light. A just reward will be given. Vengeance belongs to the Lord and He will settle all issues in eternity.

GOD WILL SETTLE ALL ISSUES SCRIPTURE: Psalm 58:10 “The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. 58:11 So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth.” Romans 2:16 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:10-11, Romans 2:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church As A Filled Community Series

Contributed by Galen Hackman on Mar 1, 2003

Second in a series of 5 sermons on the Core Characteristics of the Church. Acts 2:42-47 describes the nature of the Early Church and in this sermon we see how God filled their daily lives and how he desires to fill ours.

The Church as a Filled Community (Second in the series: The Core Characteristics of the Church) Acts 2:43 John 14:15-21 For our Lenten emphasis this year we are embarking on a journey that takes us inside the early community of believers, asking the question, “What made these people able to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, John 14:15-21

Denomination: Brethren

Power's Seduction Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 12, 2002

Easter reflection series: Jesus had power to subdue his enemies who came for him, why did He refuse to act with power and how we can respond with His life when power seduces us

Power’s Seduction Easter Reflection Series Mark 15:1-32 A. The Fallacy of Power Ever seen an abacus? U know those centipede-like things with wooden beads in rows. It’s a Chinese adding machine, calculator and PC even before the PC was invented. Still in use today in Asia, and perhaps u may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Guess Who Came To Dinner

Contributed by Milton Bradford on Mar 15, 2002

The woman who anointed Christ regardless of what others knew or thought about her, and her act of love is memorialized by Christ. I believe that scripture shows us this woman has a name -- Mary the sister of Martha and Lazarus.

By Pastor Milton O. Bradford, Good Hope Baptist Church Cleveland Ohio Luke 7:36-50 And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee’s house, and sat down to meat. And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Show Me The Money - How To Propser

Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 15, 2002

We act as if to prosper is a bad thing. We see someone having success and aren’t happy until something negative happens to them...but lets look at a study on prosperity. Lessons on how you can prosper.

Pray. God’s been working with me on the issue of prosperity story. Talk this morning about “Unlocking 6 Keys of How to prosper. God’s money back guarantee. Theme text comes from Prov 10:22 but we will spend some time in the books of Genesis, I Chronicles, Job, and Acts. We act as if to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:24

Denomination: Baptist