Sermons on Book Of Action:

The Book Of Acts, Part 12- Counterfeit Faith; Simon The Sorcerer Series

Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 4, 2006

In Acts 8 we meet just such a leader. •A man with a following; a man who is viewed by those around him as powerful and dynamic and charismatic. •Yet whose spirituality is just as phony as David Koresh or Marshall Applewhite.

Counterfeit Faith Simon the Sorcerer; 8:9-25 It was Nov. 18, 1978. Congressman Leo Ryan from San Francisco had decided to fly a fact-finding mission to a place called Jonestown Guyana, South America. His mission is to investigate alleged human rights abuses at a religious cult known as the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of God's Word. Are You Taking Time To Read The Book

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 20, 2010

The Bible is the Christian's guide through life

The Character of God's Word. Are you taking time to read the Book A challenge to read the Bible Joshua 1:8-9 Psalm 119:11 Believers Lack Biblical Understanding: A Barna poll reveals that many born again Americans hold beliefs contrary to Scripture. Among the most disturbing is that 68% ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wisdom #1: Suffering - Triumph Over Tragedy (Book Of Job)

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 24, 2015

Even though we don’t always understand why sometimes bad things happen to good people, God is always good, and His love for us never fails.

THE WISDOM TRILOGY #1: SUFFERING – TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY (BOOK OF JOB) INTRO TO SERIES: For the next three weeks, we are going to look at three of the five wisdom books from the Old Testament: Job, Ecclesiastes, and Psalms. (We have done a whole month series in Proverbs and a two month series in ...read more

Denomination: *other

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 2: The Things Which John Saw Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 11, 2015

John's final book begins with glorious encounters in the heavenlies. God's outline of the book was,1. The things you have seen, 2. the things which are, and 3. and the things which shall be. This is part one of the outline, and most important!

1. The things which John saw. (1:1-20) Address of origin (1: 1-2). John receives this document from an angel. Even when Jesus appears to be speaking, the angel is delivering the message. Knowing just this one fact will make much of the reading in the beginning and especially at the very end of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 6. The Elect And The Persecuted. (Ch 7) Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 17, 2015

The Jewish elect and the persecuted church are shown in Tribulation era "close-ups".

Close-up : The Jewish elect in the wilderness (7:1-8, 14:1-5, 12:6, 12:13-16) I’ll say it again: We have already covered most of the entire scope of the Book of Revelation, that is, the Scroll in the hand of the Lamb, in one short chapter. By chapter 7, we have come to the end of human ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 9: 2 Witnesses, The Woman, The Dragon. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 20, 2015

More close-ups of the Tribulation picture, setting clearly the background of those awful years to come.

Close-up : The Two Witnesses (11:3-14) Prophets of God (11:3-12). Has the world then recently come to a measure of peace in the first half of Daniel’s seven years? Has the conquering prince of the first seal brought, along with his destruction, some measure of hope by his ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From The Book “the Power Of The Spirit" By William Law

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

All truth about God must be revealed by God – and can only be known by a person’s heart

"The things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God" (1Cor. 2:11). Without the present illumination of the Holy Spirit, the Word of God must remain a dead letter to every man, no matter how intelligent or well-educated he may be. The things of God "are spiritually discerned" (2:14), and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Key Verse To The Entire Book Is Verse 19- There Are 3 Divisions Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 3, 2018

Revelation 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, past--- and the things which are, present--- and the things which shall be hereafter; future

#3 - 1:1-7 New Revised Revelation Study Let us begin today by pointing out that the key verse to the entire book is verse 19. In this verse there are 3 divisions of this book. ~ past--present-- future Revelation 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, past--- and the things ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Book Of James Say About Rich People?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 8, 2024

Why does James not like rich people? The culture tells us why. Wealth is not a problem today. It is how wealth is obtained and used that is the potential problem.

What does the book of James say about rich people? James 2:1-7 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz James 2:1 My brethren, do not hold your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ with an attitude of personal favoritism. 2 For if a man comes into your assembly with a gold ring and dressed in fine ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Two Kinds Of Followers- The Kissers And The Cleavers (From The The Book Of Ruth)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2022

Today I want to preach about a wonderful love story in the book of Ruth.

The Book of Ruth is probably the most wonderful love story ever written. Illus: Benjamin Franklin—as you know, he was one of the fathers of our great nation. He was also the ambassador to France. And, when in France, he was a member of a literary society, and they were giving different readings ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 1:2-10 - Message 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023

Paul takes on the false teachers with no holes barred. Twice he states that they be accursed. This message examines the false gospel that had ensnared the Galatian churches to bring the grace of God into disrepute. True grace of God has no part in keeping the Law.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 1:2-10 - MESSAGE 2 This message continues from Part 1 (A). PAUL’S COMPANIONS IN UNITY AND CONFIRMATION {{Galatians 1:2 “and all the brethren who are with me, to the churches of Galatia.”}} This wonderful truth of brotherhood strengthens the purpose of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:2, Galatians 4:19-20, Acts 7:26, Galatians 1:3, Romans 3:20-28, Galatians 1:4, Isaiah 53:7, 2 Timothy 3:13, 2 Timothy 3:1, Galatians 1:5, Galatians 1:6, Galatians 1:8-9, Acts 20:28-30, 1 Timothy 6:20-21, 1 John 4:1, Galatians 1:10, Romans 9:32-33, 1 Corinthians 1:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introducing The One True God Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This is the 49th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#49] INTRODUCING THE ONE TRUE GOD Acts 17:10-34 Introduction: Acts 17:10-15 As we studied last week, each person must choose to say yes or no to Jesus. In Thessalonica, there were some who were saved; and there were others who wanted to destroy anybody who believed in Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-34

Denomination: Baptist

Be An Encourager Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This is the 50th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#50] BE AN ENCOURAGER Acts 18:1-28 Introduction: Over the last few Wednesdays, we have been studying how to make wise choices in who are your close friends. One of the main points is- To have a close friend, you have to be a close friend. We live in a time where people enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

How To Behave In A Meeting Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 29, 2021

This is the 67th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#67] HOW TO BEHAVE IN A MEETING Acts 20:1-12 Introduction: Once again, we see Paul leave and travel to other towns. This was part of his 3rd Missionary Journey. Acts 20:1-6 There are 2 passages in Scripture that Ministers love- The favorite of Youth Pastors is from 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Serve The Lord Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 5, 2021

This is the 68th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#68] SERVE THE LORD Acts 20:13-38 Introduction: We have talked several times about the difficulty of being in Ministry, (and it can be tough); but there is also a lot of joy and fulfillment serving the Lord. God could just take care of all of the ministry needed to be done; but ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Baptist