Sermons on Cyrene:

The Power Of Pentecost

Contributed by W. Leon Morrow on May 30, 2009

This Pentecost sermon emphasizes that the power of the Holy Spirit is greater than the evil in the world. Congregants are called to intentionally plan to come together and received the power of the Spirit.

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21 NLT 1 On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. 3 Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Sadness To Joy

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 9, 2009

Trials and tribulations may bring sorrow, but Jesus brings us joy.

Text: Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to Him, “Rabboni!” (which is to say, Teacher). Seven days before the resurrection, there were shouts of joy along the road from Jericho to Jerusalem. The crowd recognized Jesus as King and gave Him the glory that He so deserved. The people ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Work Of The Spirit, Part C Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Sep 21, 2007

God has a specific direction for each one of us. He desires that you be set apart for the work that He has prepared for you. His directions are clear, concise and timely. They won’t lead you astray.

Life, Everlasting, Part IV – The Work of the Holy Spirit, Part C. ACTS 13:1-4 13:1 In the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch) and Saul. 2 While they were worshiping the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Am Glad To Be A Member Of The Church Of Christ

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on May 11, 2008

Membership is the church of Christ is saturated with gladness.

I AM GLAD TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CHURCH OF CHRIST Acts 2:40-47 By Cleavon Matthews March 9, 2008 INTRODUCTION It was the Day of Pentecost. It had been seven weeks since Passover. It marked the conclusion of barley harvest and the inception of wheat harvest. It was flawless timing. Pentecost was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Doesn't "Turning The Other Cheek" Just Make Me A Doormat? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 13, 2010

A look at one of Jesus more difficult teachings and why it's worth our obedience.

- Our first reaction to reading Jesus’ words here is likely to be disbelief. “Is He serious? You’ve got to be kidding me!” - Which leads us to our first question. . . What Was He Thinking? Is Jesus naïve, stupid, or insightful? - Matthew 5:39-42. a. Is Jesus naïve? - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Warnings To The Church - Get It Right Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 24, 2017

The Book of Revelation gives us warnings and instructions about what the church should be.

March 26, 2017 Morning Worship Text: Revelation 1:1; Chapters 2-3 Subject: Lessons From Revelation Part 3 Title: Warnings to the Church – Get it Right This is our third sermon in the series Lessons from Revelation. If for some reason you have always deemed the Book of Revelation as one that is ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loneliness

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 5, 2020

Loneliness is the soul feeling isolated from meaningful human connections, feeling misunderstood, out of place, etc.

Loneliness By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- This is not necessarily a sermon designed for those that are single, because you can feel lonely in any circumstance, at any age, you can even feel loneliness when you are surrounded by people, in a relationship, or when you have many friends ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Apostolic

Thanksgiving In Canaan Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 16, 2021

Thanksgiving Holiday: This message looks at two thanksgiving feasts that the Israelites were commanded to observe each year, in remembrance of God bringing them through their hardships in Egypt and the wilderness wanderings.

Many people think of Thanksgiving as a wonderful time of enjoying a long weekend, spending quality time with friends and family, and eating a great home-cooked meal with all the “fixings.” Perhaps some people view it as the start of the Christmas “holiday” season, with an opportunity to shop for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

When God Moves Through Us

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on May 25, 2020

Pentecost showed a God whose power comes upon us, whose presence rests gently upon us, and whose power manifests through us, to help a world in much need of a loving and forgiving Christ.

Acts 2:1-21 When God Moves Through Us A few days after Thanksgiving of 2016, Eric Heffelmire was working on his GMC truck at his family home in Vienna, Virginia. As he recalls, “I was on my back, face up, and I was trying to get some corroded brake lines when apparently the jack slipped and fell ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Look To The Crucified One And Receive Our Healing

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Sep 10, 2020

Sometimes we are tempted to think that life is so unfair. Where is God when we are suffering? We attempt to look at questions such as: Why does Jesus has to suffer and die? & What does the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ has to do with me?

Part 1 : Facts About the Crucifixion Crucifixion probably started first with the Persians but perfected by the Romans to inflict the maximum pain to the victim. Crucifixion was also the most disgraceful form of execution and cruel that Roman citizen will not be executed by crucifixion. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26, Luke 15:11-32, Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Charismatic

A Fight To The Finish - Stephen, A Man Who Finished Strong

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 10, 2022

How could Stephen finish so strong? How could he pray for your enemies so fervently? I believe there are several things that Stephen did that made all the difference and allowed him to finish strong. Stephen started out right.

Sermon: A Fight to the Finish - Stephen, A Man Who Finished Strong Scripture Lessons - Acts 6:8-15 “Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, performed amazing miracles and signs among the people. 9 But one day some men from the Synagogue of Freed Slaves, as it was called, started to debate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15, Acts 7:54-60, 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Methodist

Amazed And Confused Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 4, 2022

The power of the Holy Spirit empowers us to fulfill the Great Commission.

AMAZED AND CONFUSSED Text: Acts 2:5-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: When you strip it of everything else, Pentecost stands for power and life. That's what came into the church when the Holy Spirit came down on the day of Pentecost. – David Wilkerson 2. Last week we talked about how the power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5-13

Denomination: Methodist

Caring For The Family Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 21, 2022

We see Paul's care and concern for the family of God, his deep concern for the believers and his counsel for them to hold fast to the truth of God.

We have finally reached the last chapter in our Sermon Series on the book of Romans. We started it on 23 May 2021 and it has taken us 9 months. • By now I hope we have a clearer understanding of Romans, the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the salvation that God has provided for us. Let’s turn to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27, 1 Corinthians 12:21-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Feast Of Weeks - Pentecost Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 18, 2022

Seeing Jesus in the midst of the 7 feasts of Israel

The Feast of Weeks Leviticus 23:15-22 March 20, 2022 Today we’re looking at the 4th of the 7 Feasts of Israel. There’s really a lot to unpack in this Jewish festival, so we’re going to get right into it. The Feast of Weeks is probably the best known of the Jewish feasts as it corresponds to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Just Greetings

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 31, 2022

Now I know they didn't have church buildings then, but as you read this chapter you can almost visualize yourself walking in through the open door of the church at Rome, wandering down the aisle and meeting the various members.

Alba 7-31-2022 MORE THAN JUST GREETINGS Romans 16:1-16 Jeff Strite, minister with the Church of Christ at Logansport in Logansport, Indiana tells a story about how the way we greet one another makes a difference. Here is how he told the story: Years ago, I was preaching in a congregation where a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ