Sermons on Damascus:

Jesus, Radically Changing Lives Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 23, 2013

Every person can have his or her life radically changed by Jesus Christ. Paul did a complete 180, and Christ is still doing this for people today.

Every person can have his or her life radically changed by Jesus Christ. Paul did a complete 180, and Christ is still doing this for people today. Jesus, Radically Changing Lives Acts 9:8-22 Introduction: 1. We learned last week that one of the most significant events in the Bible is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:8-22

Denomination: Bible Church

Can I Get A Witness? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 14, 2009

Exposition of Paul’s testimony that he gave the crowds in the temple mount that had rioted trying to kill him

Text: Acts 21:27-22:30, Title: Can I Get a Witness? Date/Place: NRBC, 3/15/09, AM A. Opening illustration: the little bird who decided not to fly south for the winter… B. Background to passage: remember that for the sake of the church Paul has been going through a purification ritual in line with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Found

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 16, 2019

Christ Jesus came to seek the lost and save the sinner.

January 13, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 15:1-10; 1 Timothy 1:12-15 Lost and Found Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Just so I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

How The Fallen Will Rise Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Jul 31, 2023

There is a clear promise from God that He will execute both mercy and judgment on the people of the earth.

Introduction: Amos is a different kind of prophet. He is not the son of a prophet, does not come from a prophetical school or a priestly family. Instead, he is a working man, a sheep herder, and a tender of sycamore fruit. But there can be no doubt as to the veracity of his message. It only ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:11

Denomination: Baptist

Close Encounters Of A Third Kind

Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on May 17, 2008

This sermon explains three different types of encounters with Christ

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF A THIRD KIND By: Pastor Ken Jarman OPEN DOOR OUTREACH MINISTRIES, NEW BERN, NC 28560 Sunday May 18, 2008 ACTS 9:1 –9 Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest And asked letters from him to the synagogues of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Turning Points

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Patience is needed to accomplish great things.

Turning Points Phil 3:5-6 In his 84 years, Thomas Edison patented over a thousand inventions. He is most famous for inventing the light bulb, but made more money off the alkaline battery. Edison was a bulldog, unwilling to accept failure as a final outcome to his efforts. Before he successfully ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Philippians Series

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Sep 4, 2001

This sermon introduces Paul’s letter to the Philippians and outlines Paul’s life.

Introduction to Philippians February 11, 2001 Introduction to Philippians One of the most special moments for me in Central Asia took place when a 20 year old man named Ahemd, came to me with tears in his eyes. His father had just beaten him b/c of his faith in Jesus… and not only that, but ...read more

The Impact Of Good News Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 17, 2008

The impact of the "good news of the gospel" has a way of changing lives and the perspective of life, just like it did for Paul (Saul of Tarsus)

Romans – God’s Glorious Gospel The Impact of Good News Romans 1:8-15 * Good News! What comes to your mind when you hear these two words? For one couple it may be “you’re expecting a baby.” For another couple it could be, “you’re approved for your new house.” For one person it would be, “you’re ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Decide Who To Align Yourself With

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Mar 17, 2005

Where are you Going? and who is in Charge? If it hasn’t happened to you yet there will be a time when you must decide who to align yourself with. Who is Lord of your life?

Finding our place in the Glory Ian Johnson Mar 17, 2005 Finding our place in the Glory March 2005. One of the greatest scientists of our time was Albert Einstein. He was a man who was so focused on his scientific theories. He was so focused; he often neglected even the simplest things of life, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Protecting Our Own Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

We live in a world where we need protection. - police protect us from criminals - medicines protect us from diseases - laws protect our rights and freedoms - seat belts, air bags, helmets - insurance protect our finances - armed forces protect us from… We live in a world where we need ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Is About Transformation

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011

Saul the zealot becomes Paul the apostle

What does the word ‘zeal’ mean to you? Do you picture some running around fanatically shouting and calling our attention to some-thing very important that needs our focus immediately? Do you have a picture in mind of Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders charging up San Juan hill in Cuba ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

When You Lose Control Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 14, 2015

A first person message in which explains why he preaches Christ crucified.

“Getting Into Shape: When You Lose Control” Acts 9:1-19; 1 Cor. 2:1-5 & 9:15-18; 2 Cor. 5:13-15 Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I’m glad for the opportunity to preach to you about Jesus. Some of you are here because you’re curious, some because you’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Weaknesses Can Strengthen Us Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 27, 2017

Strength out of weakness, sounds a little impossible doesn’t it? How can something that makes us weak cause us to be strong? For when I am weak, then I am strong. How do we apply this in our own lives today? How can our weaknesses strengthen us?

Our Weaknesses Can Strengthen Us Strength out of weakness, sounds a little impossible doesn’t it? How can something that makes us weak cause us to be strong? It sounds like a paradox, strength out of weakness, it is a phrase that at first may not seem to make a lot of sense, many in the world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-34, Hebrews 12:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sonrise 2024 Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 29, 2024

For our Sonrise meeting at the Tawa water tank, overlooking the town.

In his letter to the Philippians Paul mentions Jesus' death and resurrection a couple of times. Firstly, in chapter 2 when he writes of Jesus humility as an encouragement for his readers, he states this. 2 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-11, Philippians 3:4-11, John 10:10

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Secret Behind Whirlwind Ministries

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 31, 2024

Let’s look at Paul’s two options, and consider how they might be relevant to each of us.

Fifth Sunday in Course 2024 Today we are offered the scriptural view of two preachers of the gospel. First we hear St. Paul, writing to his unique community in sin-city, Corinth, telling them what his reward for his service to the Church is. Then we hear about Jesus, early in His divine ministry ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:11, Psalm 147:1-6, 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 1 Corinthians 9:22-23, Mark 1:29-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic