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  • Sermon # 8 - The Blessing Of Selfless Giving Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 28, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,920 views

    We live in a world that prompts us to be self-centered and individualistic. What does God expect of us? This sermon will teach us about giving the way that is pleasing to God.

    We read in Acts 4:32, “Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common.” (ESV) One of the key reasons for the tremendous growth of the early church was that the people ...read more

  • The Power Of A Personal Pentecost

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003
    based on 105 ratings
     | 11,415 views

    The Book of Acts records two great "Pentecostal" experiences in the early church. But often, throughout church history, many personal “Pentecosts” have occurred.

    THE POWER OF A PERSONAL PENTECOST "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." Acts 1:8. The Book of Acts records two great "Pentecostal" experiences in the early ...read more

  • "What Are You Praying For?"

    Contributed by Alan Chandler on Mar 18, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,516 views

    When faced with a challenge does your prayer reflect your faith? This message looks at the prayer life of the early beievers as they faced a threatening challenge

    "WHAT ARE YOU PRAYING FOR?" Acts 4: 23-31 PREPARATION: Read and be familiar with the book "Who Moved My Cheese" I) Intro A) Zig Ziglar story of boy that went with his mother to the old general store. He liked to sneak away from his mother and when no one was looking he would dip his finger into ...read more

  • The Prayer For Boldness

    Contributed by Mark Witherden on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 10,553 views

    Do you want boldness? The early disciples found themselves in need of boldness and this is how they got it. Something every believer should be praying.

    When the early church prayed Acts 4:23-31 The Apostles Prayer And being let go they went to their own companions and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. So when they heard that, they raised their voice to God with one accord and said: "Lord You are God, who made ...read more

  • What Are Positive And Negative Ways That Power Is Utilized

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,181 views

    1. Saul abused his religious powers in persecuting Christians, the early church and encouraging others to have Stephen put to death for preaching Christ.

    1. Saul abused his religious powers in persecuting Christians, the early church and encouraging others to have Stephen put to death for preaching Christ. Since such a prominent figure as Paul practiced persecution, many people wrongly followed his example by whipping up opposition to growth of ...read more

  • Go, Go, Go Series

    Contributed by Shawn Ragan on Nov 30, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,765 views

    This sermon, the fourth and conluding sermon in this series, is a short review of what we have covered, and a look at the problems the early church faced in following this command.

    Go, Go, Go Church of God Seventh Day Meridian, ID November 25, 2000 INTRODUCTION Good Morning Good Thanksgiving Today, we will be concluding what we have been talking about throughout this last month: The Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. With it being Thanksgiving weekend, I also have a message ...read more

  • Is The Doctrine Of "Original Sin" Really Scriptural?

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 5,578 views

    Many today accept the doctrine of "Original Sin" or "Total Hereditary Depravity" as basic truth; yet, it is not supported by the Bible nor was it taught in the early Church.

    The doctrine of "Original Sin" basically states that Adam’s guilt has been passed down to each member of the human race. Thus, we are born condemned sinners. We are separated from God and His grace from birth. We are born spiritually dead. Only the blood of Christ can remove the stain and guilt of ...read more

  • Witnessing The Difference

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 160 ratings
     | 11,562 views

    How was the early church able to grow so fast and steadily? They believed three key truths: Jesus is Risen, Jesus is Ruling, and Jesus is Returning!

    If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: ww.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Witnessing The Difference by Scott R. ...read more

  • Becoming An Acts 1:8 Church

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,334 views

    The goal of the local church is to become an Acts 1:8 Church - a dynamic church alive with the power of God. The early church in Acts is our model.

    Becoming an Acts 1:8 Church -God’s Word Around the World- Acts 1:8 Acts 17:16-23 Our goal for the Willow Vale Church is to become an Acts 1:8 Church. The history of the church as recorded in the Book of Acts reveals a dynamic church. The church was alive with the power of God. The church in ...read more

  • The Paradox Of Our Time

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Dec 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,952 views

    This is a 15-20 minute devotional designed to help people transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas with the proper heart. A good Christmas message for early in the season.

    (opened this message with a video clip entitled ’The Paradox of our Time’ downloaded from Sermonspice.com. The first paragraph ’show pics’ included pictures of dogs with cats, and other comical unexpected partnerships.) We live in a world of paradox. At a time of great paradox. In the ...read more

  • Serious Talk Or Idle Chatter?

    Contributed by Tim Oakley on Jul 29, 2006
     | 2,501 views

    If we do as the early church did in verse 42 then we will see God add to our number daily as verse 47 testifies to.

    Serious Talk or Idle Chatter? Introduction Acts 2:41-47 Wednesday night Bro. Tom asked the question of everyone at Bible study, What are your goals for the church? First off let me say thanks to Bro. Tom for being willing to be so bold and ask such a point blank question. Of the few that were here, ...read more

  • Priscilla - A Study In Ministry And Leadership

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 7, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 42,820 views

    Priscilla and her husband Aquila made a huge impression on Paul. What are the charecterstics which enabled them to be used so mightily in the early churches?

    Priscilla – A study on Ministry and Leadership Acts 18: 1-7, Acts 18:18-21, 1Corinthians 16:19, 2Timothy 4:19, Romans16:3-5 Let us start with a little trivia 1. How many times is Priscilla’s name mentioned in the bible? (7) 2. How many times is her name mentioned alone, without her husband’s ...read more

  • Time To Launch

    Contributed by Matt Zurowski on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,112 views

    A message on Missions based on Romans 10:13-17 with a look at what Jesus laid, what the early church launched and what was left for us.

    “ Lamak”* was born into a wealthy, powerful Muslim family in South Asia. His family’s reputation put pressure on him to live like a Muslim. Everything changed when Lamak turned his life over to Jesus Christ while working in Singapore. When he returned home four years later, he accepted the risks ...read more

  • Some Principles For Prayer

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,115 views

    A short talk for an early morning Communion service presenting 4 principles for prayer from verse one of this Bible Reading. They are not exhaustive by any means.

    What needs do you have? To whom do you go to lay bare your needs? What needs do you have? Some Bible commentators suggest that the words used in verse one simply mean ‘bring all sorts of different prayers’ for those in authority; and whilst that is absolutely true, I do believe that ...read more

  • The Dangers Of Grace Part 1

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,340 views

    Spiritual coldness, like an engine with no oil, is deadly if it isn't treated early because it will do so much damage before it becomes obvious.

    The Dangers of Grace Part I Deuteronomy 32:15-18 Purpose: To teach the early warning signs of getting away from the Lord. Aim: I want the listener to feel a deep sense of danger that their relationship with the Lord can grow cold very easily. INTRODUCTION: The most dangerous problem is the one ...read more