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An Outline Of Acts 27

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 8, 2024

Acts 27 covers a period of Paul's life between his release from Caesarea and his shipwreck on the island of Malta (not mentioned in this chapter). Something seemed to be happening every minute during this longest voyage of Paul's life.

On the road to Rome, part 1: Caesarea to Crete Text, Acts 27:1-12, KJV: 1 And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band. 2 And entering into a ship of Adramyttium, we launched, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ambassadors For Christ

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Oct 29, 2024

This message views the biblical image of "ambassador for Christ" in the context of the Roman world. While sojourning on earth, we must represent our real homeland, the kingdom of heaven.

“George Shultz, when Secretary of State during the Reagan administration, kept a large globe in his office. When newly appointed ambassadors had an interview with him . . . Shultz would test them. He would say, ‘You have to go over the globe and prove to me that you can identify your country.’ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Firstfruits Of All Thine Increase: Lesson 1-Tithe Your Talent

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003

"All the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree is the Lord’s" (Lev. 27:30).

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What does the Lord expect from each one of us? The tithe. "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in Mine house, and prove Me now herewith, saith the Lord of Host, if I will not open you the windows of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Name It, Claim It

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 12, 2003

This message teaches on giving to the Kingdom of God and how God prospers those that give willfully, cheerfully, and unreservedly.

Name It, Claim It! Gen 13:8-17 I. Describe Abraham and Lot’s dilemma. a. Lot took the “Good” looking land! He chose city dwelling! He took what looked good to the eye. b. But Abraham decided to be a tent dweller. He chose to be a man that followed God. Looking for a city, whose builder and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:8-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Last Christmas?

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2003

A reflection on our views of the meaning of Christmas with references to Isaiah, Matthew and Luke.

It is Christmas Eve, but what does that really mean to us in today’s secular world? What does it mean to the thousands of shoppers who have ran out of time, trying desperately to find that last minute gift? It is Christmas Eve, but let’s go back to that time 2000 years ago to see what the view ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Congregational

Why I Am A Christian

Contributed by Claud Owens on Oct 25, 2003

What I can reply when people ask the reason why I am a Christian.

“Why I Am A Christian” Scripture Reading: Psalm 46 Gospel Reading Luke 12:.22 - 32 Last Wednesday I asked the kids in my class at the Korean Church this question: “Why are you a Christian, what good does it do you?” The answer to that question is found in the bible. Gordon just read Psalm 46 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-32, Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Bon Fire

Contributed by Carl Finney on Sep 18, 2006

showing how a Christian should B-On Fire

The “B – on Fire” Christian Main Passage: Matthew 7:21 – 23 Albert Barns “Notes on the Bible” Volume 12 pg. 184 “ ‘I never knew you’ that is, I never approved of your conduct; never loved you as my friends. See Psalm 1:6; 2 Timothy 2:19 and 1 Corinthians 8:3. This proves that, with all their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

You're Not A Stranger Anymore

Contributed by Roy Mason on Aug 5, 2001

Paul, in writing to the Ephesians talks about being “near and far.” Notice that Jesus has brought us all into relationship with one another through faith. What are the steps to being “brought near”?

You’re Not A Stranger Anymore © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason But now in Christ Jesus you who formerly were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. --EPH 2:13 NASB Do you ever remember being the “new kid in town”? Going to a new school for the first time is a traumatic experience. Our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Test Me In This

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 1, 2008

I felt challenged to preach this because of the un-biblical approach to giving in my largest Church, & try to explain that our giving either honours or dishonours God.

Proverbs 3:1-18 Malachi 3:6-12 Texts: Proverbs 3:9 -10 ‘Honour the LORD with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine. ’ Malachi 3:10 ‘Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Chosen People Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 14, 2009

For millennia the Jews have suffered oppression, slavery, genocide and many, many more hardships to numerous to list. Yet the Bible records them as being the chosen people. Just what they have been chosen for?

The Chosen People Romans 9:1-5 Genesis 12 1 Please Pass the Patriarchs Last week I presented a message called The Right Place at the Right Time. I was using the life story of Jacob in the bible to illustrate how some of us try to put ourselves in what we think is the right place at the right ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Close To The Cross, But Far From The Blood

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Mar 15, 2008

Four Soldiers were at the foot of the cross, but they were not repenting, but gambling! Why? Because they were distracted by Duty, Desires, and Deception.

Intro: Easter is coming earlier this year and I have been thinking about the cross. This morning, I would like to look at four men whose names we are not given. They are the four soldiers that gambled for Jesus’ clothes. One of the mysteries of the crucifixion is that there were so many who ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Holiness

Keep Christ In Christmas

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 17, 2011

We have many traditions celebrated during Christmas, where did they come from? Are they scriptual? In this sermon we discuss the Star, the Magi, and the Christmas tree, but they are nothing without Christ, Keep Christ in Christmas

Keep Christ in Christmas Matthew 2:1-12 There are many traditions related to Christmas time. Some are Bible based and some are not. Last week we discussed the origins of the date, and of Santa Claus, today I wish to discuss The Star, The Magi, and the Christmas Tree. 1. The Star: a. Some think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are Called To A Greater Love

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011

If we can ever learn that Jesus commands us to a greater love, then Christmas will truly be Christ's Mass, and our live will truly be Christ-like.

Advent Service at Providence Baptist Church, December 24, 2008 Title: “We are called to a Greater Love” Text: John 15: 12 – 17 A story is told of a little boy who wanted to grow so bad that he made a ruler to measure himself by. Each day he would stand beside his ruler and say, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Sort Of Home Will Heaven Be? John 14:1-6 Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 24, 2008

Heaven is a real and tangible place. Most people have the idea that we float around in heaven with harps. Nothing could be further from the truth.

NAS John 14:1 "Let not your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 "In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. 3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Sold Out To Jesus, Or Selling Out To The World

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on May 11, 2015

The acct of Esau selling his birth rite

ARE WE SOLD OUT TO JESUS, OR SELLING OUT TO THE WORLD Dr. Michael Pope Genesis 25:29-34 INTRODUCTION 1. One of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: Baptist