Sermons on damaris: showing 91-105 of 117

The Folly Of Mere Spirituality Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 8, 2009

This continues in my expository series through the book of Acts.

Say the word “spiritual” today, and really, you’ve said nothing. There are all sorts of “spiritualities” out there in the marketplace. Google the word “spirituality”, and here’s outcome: • Spirituality.com, from the Christian Science society • Jewish kabbalah inspirational ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Preaching Like Paul Preached Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 25, 2016

In this sermon, we explore Paul's preaching and teaching by looking at his sermon in Acts 17.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher, who one day at the end of the worship service was shaking the hands of the congregation as they departed. 1. A very old lady went past him with a big smile on her face. 2. Following her was her middle-aged, adult son, who said to the preacher: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:13-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Babbling About Jesus

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 10, 2020

Today, even in our sophisticated, highly technological culture, men, women, boys and girls worship idols...

Background: Acts 17:1-15 (Acts 17:16 NKJV) Now while Paul waited for them at Athens, his spirit was provoked within him when he saw that the city was given over to idols. Athens was home to the most renowned philosophers in history, including Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, who was arguably the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Second Journey Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jun 12, 2023

After preaching to Jews and Gentiles on his first trip, Paul takes off again, hoping to encourage the new believers. His plans, though, change when God has other ideas about where he should go. Acts shares with us what God had in mind for Paul on his second journey.

Introduction Video Ill.: Paul’s Second Journey - Graphe This morning, we are continuing our summer road trip, going along with Paul on his journeys as recorded in Acts. Last week, we journeyed with Paul and Barnabas as they traveled throughout the province Asia, teaching about Jesus. We saw that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Packing For A Missions Trip Across The Street - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 10, 2008

What is it that we need to be prepared to unpack to people when they need to know how to be saved.

Packing for a Missions Trip Across the Street Part 1 Acts 17:16-34 Part 1 Know God is in Control Know what Christianity really is The Essentials of the Gospel People must believe that… …they are sinners separated from God …that Jesus is the Christ, God in the Flesh …That ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Bridges, Not Barriers Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 26, 2021

If we’re going to reach unbelievers with the gospel, we must build bridges, not barriers.

Last weekend, Pastor Ed and Sheila, Gary and Kathy Pinger, and Beth and I had the privilege of attending the Keep Believing Ministries retreat. KBM is one of Edgewood’s Go Team Partners. One of the many highlights was learning how the free gospel book, Anchor for the Soul has now been distributed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Here For A Reason!

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 3, 2020

You Aren't An Accident...

You Aren't An Accident – A Christian counselor once encouraged a woman who felt lonely and abandoned. As she explained how she felt he couldn’t concentrate on what she was saying, because a Scripture (Psalm 100:3) kept running through his mind: “It is He who has made us, and not we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, Psalm 100:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is There Only One God? (Or Egyptian Style Snakes On A Plane) Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 18, 2009

Trusting the one God in the rising tide of polytheism

Is there only one God? Ex.7:8-11:10 Is there only one God? Duh?!? I think you know the answer. But this question goes deeper because, church, beloved friends, we have a problem! Polytheism, is on the rise. Jordan Paper, who raised as Jew (with view there is one God), wrote a book in 2005 called ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Identifying The Competitors For Belief-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 25, 2014

3 of 4. John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. We must identify those competing for our belief. But How are we to identify them? Identifying competitors for your belief employs...

IDENTIFYING The COMPETITORS For BELIEF-III—John 1:19-28 Attention: Signs—What are they really trying to say? On a California freeway:—‘Fine for Littering’ In a New York jewelry store:—‘Genuine Faux Pearls’ In a Boston fast-food parking ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Reality Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2023

The story of God is all about the glory of God and the unfolding of the gospel.

The Real Reality Acts 17:16-34 Rev. Brian Bill September 16-17, 2023 Special thanks to Abi Kongkousonh for using her gifts to depict the story of Creation along with the fall of Adam and Eve. Keep that image in mind as we go through the message. Are you aware we ran out of parking spaces during ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Guideposts To Faith In A New Age Series

Contributed by Andrew Hamilton on Oct 25, 2002

Principles for Christians seeking to engage in dialogue with New agers

Guideposts to Faith in a New Age Acts 17:16-34 Video clip – vox pop of people talking about finding faith in other places Those comments probably don’t surprise any of us – I am sure if we took a camera out on the streets of Kalamunda and interviewed people of all ages we would get some very ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Maturity Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 15, 2002

This sermon seeks to outline both the Scriptural precedence for and three characteristics of spiritual maturity.

Maturity Acts 17 August 18, 2002 Intro: A. [Paul Harvey’s "For What It’s Worth"] Our For What It’s Worth Department hears from Hershey, Pennsylvania—where the woman in the Mercedes had been waiting patiently for a parking place to open up. The shopping mall was crowded. The woman in the Mercedes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Issue

Contributed by Matt Schuler on Oct 21, 2004

At times the church can be focused on too many "issues" and its desire to prove itself right. But what should we really be focused on? What is The Real Issue?

John 5:37-39 And the Father who sent me has himself testified concerning me. You have never heard his voice nor seen his form, nor does his word dwell in you, for you do not believe the one he sent. You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. These ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing God With 20/20 Vision

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

So as we look at Paul’s message to the Athenians – who were looking for God, I hope that the Lens of God’s Word will test our vision to see if we are: Seeing God with 20/20 Vision

Cornerstone Church October 2, 2005 SEEING GOD WITH 20/20 VISON Acts 17:16-34 There were six blind men who lived in India. One day they decided to visit the palace. In the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Areopagus Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 8, 2022

The focus of this sermon is Paul's observational skills and how Christians can also practice observing people and culture in a way that helps us connect them to the Gospel and lead them back to God.

Sermon Date 11-09-2014 Areopagus (Chuck Gohn) How many of you detest waiting in line for anything? I hate waiting in line. I hate waiting in grocery lines. I hate waiting on the telephone. I hate waiting in the doctor’s office. I just don’t like it. I am always thinking about ways I can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian Church