Sermons on Emperor Claudius:

"good News: Righteousness"

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 11, 2022

"Good News: Righteousness" - Romans chapter 1 verses 8-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Bible Reading: Romans chapter 1 verses 8-17 SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Paul appreciates them (vs 7-8). (2). Paul prays for them (vs 9-10a). (3). Paul longs to encourage them (vs 10b-13). (4). Paul has an obligation towards them (vs 14-15). (5). Paul introduces his theme to them (vs 16-17). SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Brethren

Unconventional Wisdom

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jul 5, 2021

Have you ever felt led of God to do something that other trusted friends and advisors were counseling you against? Such is the case with Paul in Acts 21.

Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Unconventional Wisdom Text: Acts 21:1-16 Date: July 4, 2021 Big Idea: Have you ever felt led of God to do something that other trusted friends and advisors are counseling you against? Such is the case with Paul in Acts 21. He’s feeling led to go to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-16, Acts 20:22

On The Grow Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 4, 2012

This lesson introduces a study in the book of James. This study will focus on how to "Be Prepared" for living in our current world.

1. Author Jack London made some observations from his adventures in the Canadian Yukon. One thing he observed was that beginners on the Yukon trail attempted to carry with them all of their conveniences which belonged to their old way of life. Packs would begin to get too heavy and the trail would ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing The Call Part 5 Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 26, 2019

In Acts 18 we’re looking at the events of the life of Paul but not in his words, the writings are from Luke who recounts the history and the events.

ACTS Pursuing The Call – Part 5 Dr. Tom Bartlett JULY 21, 2019 Acts 18:1-17 OUTLINE After his discouragement at Mars Hill, God Brings Paul Comfort through. . . New godly friends After this Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently come ...read more

Denomination: Other

Priscilla Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Priscilla

A. INTRODUCTION: FAITHFUL IN AN OCCUPATION 1. Her husband’s name Aquila is Jewish, her name is Gentile. 2. Did Pricilla have a cross culture marriage? Did she assume the Hebrew faith? 3. Aquila and Priscilla were urban dwellers, not rural or small town. 4. Children are never mentioned. B. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:16

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Goes To Athens Lesson 44 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Paul goes to Athens

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Berean Christians accompanied Paul to Athens because they were concerned for his safety. 2. In the province of Achaia, Paul ministered to Athens and Corinth, but preached the same message of the gospel. a. Athens – philosophy, center of science, arts and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

From Peril To A Palace Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

From Peril to a Palace

Acts 23 v 12 - 35 From Peril to a Palace The Plot It's Source - 12 when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, It's Sincerity - and bound themselves under a curse, It's Solemnity - did anathematize themselves, YLT saying that they would neither eat nor drink till ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:12-35

Denomination: Holiness

The Nemesis, The Power, And The Obedient Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 22, 2004

This study is taken from our ongoing series of "Fabulous Friday Morning Bible Studies" and describes the transformation of Saul from a coat watcher to the Arch-nemesis of the church, the problem of Simon the Sorceror during the Samaritan Revival, and Phil

Acts 8 Verse 1-3 “THE ARCH-NEMESIS OF THE CHURCH Dr. Luke wants to make certain that the reader is aware of Saul’s presence and attitude regarding the mob execution of Stephen. Some have assumed that Luke is declaring that Saul had an actual vote in the Sanhedrin, but I really doubt that this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Investment Without Loss Of Principle Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 25, 2014

James warns rich believers not to abuse their wealth but to use their wealth for future spiritual gains.

What is your investment strategy? Generally speaking, when it comes to financial investment, the greater the potential return, the greater the risk. So, financial planners may recommend a strategy that is focused on Preservation of Principal. But what about investing with the preservation of the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are A Team

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jun 12, 2006

In marriage, In life,-- We must work as a team

There’s 2 married couples that gets attention in the NT Annanias & Saphirra---- KILLED Priscilla & Aquila---- AH- KWILL- AH I thought it’s UH- KEE-LA— LIKE TEQUILA— Or UH- KWILL- AH Very little is written— It’s clear— THEY HAD A GREAT MARRIAGE We will learn from – ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Ministry Is Born

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jul 19, 2006

Dr Wood uses this text to show four things that will happen when God is at work in the lives of people.

Verses 19-20 Hellenist – Greek Speaking Jews The Hellenist were the ones who killed Stephen and attempted to kill Saul Now they are being converted to Jesus in Antioch Antioch is located in the Northeast tip of the Mediterranean Sea What is now the northern part of Syria. This Antioch should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

A New Evangelical Explosion Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2014

The Pope calls for a missionary conversion of the whole Church, especially the papacy.

Thursday of the 31st Sunday in Course 2014 Joy of the Gospel The most pronounced conflict in the early Church was not a conflict with the Romans. Except for the persecution of the madman Nero, and a minor tiff with Claudius, the Church was pretty well left alone until close to the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-8

Denomination: Catholic

Leaving The Synagogue (Acts 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 6, 2025

Was leaving the synagogue symbolic of the Gospel to the Gentiles?

Why did Paul abandon the synagogue in Corinth and go to the Gentiles? Did Apollos need permission from anyone to preach Christ? Let’s review Acts 18. Where did Paul go after leaving Athens and where did he begin preaching? After these things Paul departed from Athens and went to Corinth. And he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"when The Church Prays" Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 6, 2002

This is a series of messages about divine weapon # 4. Divine weapon #4 is an incredible weapon – a weapon that is arguably the most powerful divine weapon that we have. A weapon that scripture says is powerful & effective…

When The Church Prays – part one In Ephesians 6 we read; “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against the rulers, against the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Too Busy Not To Pray

Contributed by Shaun Smith on Jul 29, 2003

Amidst the busyness of secular and Christian life, God is calling us to be still and know that He is God.

***It should be noted that parts of this sermon have come from the fantastic resource Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire by Jim Cymbala.*** My prayer for today is that we would all be challenged. Not that we would come to church expecting to leave feeling warm and fuzzy. But that, at the end of our time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Pentecostal