Sermons on Gevurot 2:40:

Power And Glory

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

1. This morning we want to share a history lesson.

1. This morning we want to share a history lesson. To this point in our study of the church, we have dealt with: a. prophecy about the church -- (1) Christ promised to build His church, and He promised to use as the "foundation" for it the powerful confession of Simon Peter ( Matthew 16:13-19 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-46

How To Avoid The Tendency To Blame Others For All Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is easy to try to shift the blame to others for our problems. The first century Jews were guilty of this tendency. Those who do have a habit of blaming others for every little problem forget what Paul said in Romans 7:18 says, "I know that nothing good

1. It is easy to try to shift the blame to others for our problems. The first century Jews were guilty of this tendency. Those who do have a habit of blaming others for every little problem forget what Paul said in Romans 7:18 says, "I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Spirit Reigns Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 16, 2000

What happens in the church when the Holy Spirit is in control.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 5 “WHEN THE SPIRIT REIGNED” Acts 2:40-47 There seems to be some confusion today as to why the church exists. Win Arn , a church consultant, once surveyed members in about a 1,000 churches asking this question, “Why does the church exist?” Ø 89% said, “The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 3, 2002

Four attributes that contributed to the success of the early church that can be applied to the church of today.

In a Peanuts cartoon, Lucy demands that Linus change TV channels and then threatens him with her fist if he doesn’t. "What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?" asks Linus. "These five fingers," says Lucy. "Individually they are nothing, but when I curl them together like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Other

Grice's Quality Maxim Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Feb 7, 2002

Generally good guidelines to follow in basic Communications, Grice’s Maxims can be used to improve our Evangelism skills and serve the Lord!

Using Grice’s Maxims for Optimal Evangelism 1 - Grice’s Quality Maxim Though Paul Grice was a philosopher and not a theologian, he had principles that can apply in sharing our Faith with others seeking and curious about Christianity. ’Grice’s Maxims’ were his ideas for effective ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-6, Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What's Stopping You?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

Looking at what the Spirit did for Peter at Pentecost, can encourage us to accomplish great things for God!

"WHAT’S STOPPING YOU?" Acts 2: 14-41 I) Intro: A) Obstacles into Opportunities (Local illustrations work best) II) Text: (Joke about length…remember the text is a sermon) A) Recap 1) Spirit came upon them / other tongues 2) Being made fun of B) Peter Defends position 1) Not drunk… 2) Uses text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

Church Growth: To Be Or Not To Be

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 11, 2002

What hinders churches from growing and what causes them to grow?

CHURCH GROWTH: To be or not to be Acts 2:36-41 INTRO.- ILL.- It was their 13th wedding anniversary. The husband was away at a meeting on their special day. He called a florist to send a bouquet of 13 helium balloons with a message of gratitude for the heights to which his wife had inspired ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cycles Of Life

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 12, 2002

one of a series on Acts

Cycles of life Some people worry about what they feed their puppy. Puppy Chow is strange thing for people to worry about in my opinion. To me it’s a bit silly - I guess I’m just not into pets like some people. Americans spend billions of dollars a year on food for dogs! And Purina gets its cut ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responding To Peter's Preaching Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Hearing the word of God has a variety of reponses as Peter found out.

I. The Call for Repentance given by Peter Now when they heard this, they were pierced to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brethren, what shall we do?” And Peter said to them, “Repent, and let each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transitional Church

Contributed by Kris Erskine on Dec 9, 2000

A Church On the Move"

Transitional Church "Church On the Move" Immediately we see: A Church that Waits, never Wants Worships, never Worries Witness, never becomes Wicked Signs of Chuch in Transition: I.Education-v.42 Meditating ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2000

The Holy Spirit has the power to change lives and churches

The Power of the Spirit Acts 2:1-41 I. The Filling of the Holy Spirit (Verses 1-13) A. The power falls 1. The disciples were together a.) This is a larger group than the twelve apostles and was estimated to have been approximately 120 of Jesus’ followers b.) They had gathered specifically to wait ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Church Of God

The Work Of The Spirit

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 18, 2000

The Spirit works in the lives of believers

The Work of the Spirit Acts 2:1-41 I. The Holy Spirit Empowers A. The Spirit gives us strength 1. Our human weakness is replaced with divine strength 2. We are given strength to overcome life’s difficulties B. The Spirit gives us power 1. The Spirit creates new spiritual energy within us 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Church Of God

A Healthy Church

Contributed by Delbert Evans on Jan 17, 2001

A Biblical formula for a healthy church

The Biblical Formula For A Healthy Church Introduction: Many are looking for ways to have a healthy church. Proposition: The Bible alone can show us how to grow a healthy church. The following Biblical revelation shows us how to grow a healthy church. 1. It Was A Caring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Holiness

Somebody's Trying To Tell You Something

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 2, 2001

An evangelistic sermon based on Peter’s Sermon on the day of Pentecost

Introduction If you get your ten year pin and your boss gives you a resume writing kit, you know somebody’s trying to tell you something. If the love of your life gives you a ticket to Paris for your birthday, and it’s one way, you know somebody’s trying to tell you something. If you ask your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

Results Of Peter's Sermon On Pentecost

Contributed by Wade Bridges on Feb 11, 2001

This Sermon is on the Results of Peter’s Sermon on the Day of Pentecost

The Results of Peter’s Sermon at Pentecost ACTS 2:37-47 This Morning we looked at many wonderful things about Peter’s Sermon on the Day of Pentecost. Note Peter’s Sermon this Morning. Peter Preached: WITH BOLDNESS VERSE 14. ON THE HOLY SPIRIT VERSES 17-18. ON THE TRIBULATION ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Baptist