Sermons on An Apostle:

Increased All The More In Strength!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 6, 2015

Self-pity has sabotaged growth in many lives, many have acted so stupidly in the past that they have failed to manifest their potential to do something useful and wonderful with their lives .

Increased all the more in strength! Acts 9:22 ”Saul increased all the more in strength, and confounded the Jews who lived in Damascus by proving that Jesus was the Christ.” When Apostle Paul was running from pillar to post and persecuted on all sides, the Bible says he increased all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Aug 17, 2016

In English class, we've been given five questions to answer in every circumstance. How does answering those questions help us understand the marching orders we've been given in the Great Commission?

In 1944, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese military was commissioned to guerilla warfare with squad of 4 in a remote island of the Phillippines. From the end of WWII, various leaflets and propaganda pieces were dropped onto the island to notify Onoda that the war was over, but he was sure it was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Give A Defense For Your Hope

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 10, 2013

We're supposed to be prepared to give a defense for the hope that is within us. But how are we to go about that? Using Paul's defense in Acts 26 we'll lay the ground work for sharing your hope with others.

In Acts 26:1-23, the apostle Paul is standing before King Agrippa and makes a compelling defense for the hope that was in him (Acts 26:1 ESV, 21:6; 1 Peter 3:15). As we read his defense (or sermon if you will,) we’ll learn some valuable tips that will help us all in presenting a defense for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-23, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: *other

Thomas: From Pouter To Doubter To Shouter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 1, 2015

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From Pouter to Doubter to Shouter John 20:24-29 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/thomas.html We know less about Thomas than some of the disciples. We don't know his trade or how or when Jesus called him. [unlike several others] He may have been a twin. Thomas is Aramaic for twin. Didymus is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Navigating The Waves Of Doubt

Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015

A little doubt will do you good if you learn to navigate its waves.

Navigating the Waves of Doubt John 20:24-31 This morning I want to introduce an idea to you that is so counterintuitive, you won’t believe me when I first tell you. I’m going to talk to you about doubt today and you’re going to doubt the truthfulness of my main point. Here it ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas The Doubter Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 5, 2019

To find out how to overcome our doubts as to what God wants us to do for Him please read this sermon on Apostle Thomas.

Thomas the Doubter John 11:1-16, 14:1-7, 20:24-29, 21:1-25 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When we walk into a church building and sing the hymns and worship songs, pray, and have conversations concerning our walk with Jesus we try our very best to give the impression ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16, John 14:1-7, John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

God's Mighty Works Can Never Be Forgotten

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 20, 2023

Whatever demons we have been rid of, we owe that to Jesus, and so must be faithful to Him for all our lives.

Saturday of 15th Week in course 2023 St. Mary Magdalene The first miracle of the Hebrew exodus was that Pharaoh let the people go. That had taken multiple plagues and great signs and wonders worked by God against the Egyptians. But when the last plague struck Pharaoh and his people, he all but ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-2, John 20:11-18, Exodus 12:37-42

Denomination: Catholic

Paul The Church Planter

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Mar 28, 2023

The Apostle Paul is probably the greatest church planter in the history of the church. What can we learn from him, and how should we implement it into our modern times?

It is estimated that the Apostle Paul traveled a total of 17,285 miles! It is the equivalent of going from Jerusalem to San Francisco and then back to New York City. During his three missionary journeys alone, Paul covered some 8,000 miles by land and sea. Paul was a preacher. His passion was to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 5:1-11

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 5, 2021

Ananias and Sapphira sold a piece of land and gave part of the money to the apostles. But there was something not quite right about this and it became clear very quickly. This is another outline from a mini-series on Acts I preached several years ago.

Introduction: the early church faced a significant problem: taking care of new converts and their needs. The last verses of Acts 4 describe how people sold things they owned and gave the money to the apostles to help meet these needs. Barnabas, a Levite of Cyprus, even sold a piece of land and gave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day - Women In Ministry And In The Church

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 10, 2021

A Mother's Day message that looks at women in the ministry of Jesus and in the early church.

Mother’s Day Message - Sunday, May 9, 2021 Message on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1aGQ1B_CpA4?t=10 Happy Mother’s Day! We’re so glad that you have joined us today as we celebrate moms today specifically and women in the church in general. Today we are celebrating Mothers. We are doing that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:3-4, Romans 16:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus – His Exaltation Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 21, 2021

Jesus – His Exaltation Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey – February 14, 2021

Jesus – His Exaltation Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey – February 14, 2021 Intro... Well... good morning Westside Vineyard family and friends. It really is my privilege and pleasure to have this time to share with you. And I’m EXCITED to continue together in our series entitled ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romans 9: Stumbling Over Jesus

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 21, 2021

May you and I have hearts that are directed by our faith in Christ. May you and I have conversations that constantly steer towards faith. May you and I point to Jesus in all we say and do. May you and I have hearts that are tender towards people who are lost without Christ.

ROMANS 9: STUMBLING OVER JESUS ROMANS 9:1-33 #Romans9 INTRODUCTION… I am the kind of minister who prayerfully plans out on what to preach on a regular basis. I regularly pray about what Bible books and topics we need to dig into for our spiritual lives. This year, from the beginning of the year ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John 90 Years Old Finished Well Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023

John was one of the first to be called to be a disciple.

A. JOHN BEGAN WELL 1. The apostle John was one of the first called. “Two disciples followed Jesus … Andrew first ... found his brother … brought him to Jesus … John also found his brother ... we have found the Messiah … the Christ” (John 1:38-41, ELT). 2. The youngest of the 12 disciples – 17 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:38-41, John 21:7, Revelation 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Open Your Heart Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 26, 2022

Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.”

Life Lessons from the Chief of Sinners Open Your Heart Acts 16:11-15 Introduction Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” It is amazing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15, Romans 10:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 7, 2022

What is the church’s mission? Studying the church’s mission is called missiology. Let’s discuss a mission trip from Luke 10:1-20.

What is the church’s mission? Studying the church’s mission is called missiology. Let’s discuss a mission trip from Luke 10:1-20. 70 Apostled Short term mission trips are as old as when Jesus sent the 70. They were 1) “sent” or “apostled” as the Greek says. The eastern churches call these the 70 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist