Sermons on Gevurot 20:35:

Trabajo Santo: Es Dadivoso

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Aug 17, 2023

El trabajo debe ser un esfuerzo reorientado, esmerado y dadivoso.

En estos días estaba platicando con un hermano de la iglesia que ha estado poniendo particular atención a los sermones de nuestra serie: Trabajo Santo y me compartía que al reflexionar y aplicar los principios bíblicos que hemos estado compartiendo, ha experimentado una ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28, Acts 20:33-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul’s Charge To The Ephesian Elders Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 14, 2023

Paul sees the elders of the Ephesian church for the last time. He gives them a charge: 'Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock.' It's a message the church needs to hear today.

Today’s passage has a lot to tell us about the job of a minister or pastor or elder. Maybe you think, ‘I’m not a minister or pastor or elder. This doesn’t apply to me’! But all of us have responsibilities towards other people. This passage has something to say to all of us. Before I get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Baptist

Unwavering

Contributed by William Jones on Oct 31, 2023

As we jump back into the book of Acts we find Paul in chapter 20, Paul is wrapping up his 3rd missionary journey and is anxious to return to Jerusalem.

Good morning again Church! Judging by the dip in the temps, Fall has finally arrived! It seems like every season this year has been late! We had a late spring, summer just about never showed up, now it won’t leave! Some of you have mixed feelings about this. I know Bob is happy, as long as it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's 3rd Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 10, 2023

After spending some time in Antioch, Paul left and traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia

November 11, 2023 Prologue After spending some time in Antioch, Paul, once again had itchy feet. It was time to return to Galatia and Phrygia. Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, who was originally from Alexandria Egypt, went to Ephesus. He had a thorough knowledge of scripture and he taught in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:23, Acts 19:35-40, Acts 20:18-35, Acts 21:15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

An Outline Of Acts 20

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 8, 2023

Acts 20 has a summary of Paul's ministry in various places after he left Ephesus. His closing message to the elders of Ephesus is a masterpiece of a charge to church leaders anywhere.

1 Paul’s journeys from Ephesus to Troas Text, Acts 20:1-6, KJV: 1 And after the uproar was ceased, Paul called unto him the disciples, and embraced them, and departed for to go into Macedonia. 2 And when he had gone over those parts, and had given them much exhortation, he came into Greece, 3 And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of Ephesus: The Flame That Became An Ember (Revelation 2:1-7)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 16, 2023

Revelation, Chapters 2 and 3, deal with seven specific churches located in Asia Minor (present day Turkey) that were given words of encouragement and criticism by the Lord Jesus Christ. We need to read what Jesus says to them, because it applies to us as well.

Revelation 2 and 3 deal with seven specific churches listed by the Lord Jesus Christ (Revelation 1:11). He gives orders to the apostle John to write down what He says and send it to the pastors of these churches in order to let them know that despite the circumstances in which they find ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Acts 18:19-21, Acts 20:17-38, 1 Timothy 1:3, Acts 17:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Faith Family Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 8, 2022

If Paul was obsessive about teaching the gospel of Christ, he was just as devoted to encouraging the church to love one another.

Life Lessons From The Chief of Sinners Love Your Faith Family Acts 20:17-38 Introduction The amazing transformation of Saul the Persecutor to Paul the Apostle has so much to teach us about following Jesus. The Chief of Sinners teaches us: -Discern the hope found in Jesus -Accept the Truth when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A God-Centered View Of Giving

Contributed by Randy Breedlove on Jun 9, 2022

Discover why a God-centered view of Giving is essential to joyful Christian living.

‘A God-centered view of Giving’ Mexia Baptist Church Frisco City, AL ‘Stewardship Sunday’ June 5, 2022 The Bible talks about money & possessions. Did you know? *There are over 2,100 Biblical references to possessions- second only to the Bible’s references to love. * 1/6 of the New ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-11, 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Psalm 50:10, Matthew 6:19-21, Acts 20:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 8 - The Blessing Of Selfless Giving Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 28, 2023

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

Scripture: Acts 4:32, John 3:16, John 10:25-37, Acts 20:35, Matthew 27:59-60, Isaiah 53:9, Matthew 27:57, Mark 15:43, Luke 23:50, John 19:38, 1 John 4:18, Matthew 7:24-27, Matthew 3:17, Matthew 27:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Sermon On Devotion

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 14, 2023

Devotion is defined as love, loyalty or enthusiasm for a person or activity.

Jagadish “Jaggi” Vasudev, better known by the honorific title “Sadhguru,” an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality once remarked: “True devotion means becoming the hand of the Divine. Whatever comes your way, you will know how to transform it into something beautiful.” James 1:22-26 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1, Romans 14:1, 2 Timothy 2:15, Acts 20:35

Renewing Your Mind About Leadership

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 3, 2022

Leaders must: 1) Be Right with God (Acts 20:28a), 2) Shepherd the flock (Acts 20:28b), 3) Guard the flock (Acts 20:29–31), 4) Study and pray (Acts 20:32), and 5) Be free from self-interest (Acts 20:33–38).

Acts 20:28-38. 28 Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood. 29 I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock; 30 and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-38

Denomination: Other

Message 10 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:12-14 – Church Leadership Positions And Practical Matters For Christians Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 31, 2022

In church government there are 5 words translations use for the leadership positions, looked at briefly and then we consider a verse of great practical support. It covers busybodies, disorderly people, the fainthearted, helping the weak Christians, and patience in opposition.

MESSAGE 10 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:12-14 – CHURCH LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AND PRACTICAL MATTERS FOR CHRISTIANS RESPECT YOUR SHEPHERDS We will continue with the studies in 1Thessalonians, and today we will look at the governing of a church and the shepherd role within the leadership. PART A. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23, Acts 20:28-29, 1 Peter 5:1-3, Ephesians 4:11-12, 2 Thessalonians 3:11, Ephesians 4:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, Romans 15:1-3, Acts 20:33-35, 1 Corinthians 8:9, Acts 11:22-26, Romans 14:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:18, 2 Corinthians 13:4, 1 Thessalonians 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Live To Give Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 24, 2024

I’ve found over the years that the Lord is constantly turning things upside down. That's the way He gets things rightside up.

Fifth Sunday of Easter 2024 The psalm that we sang or heard just a little while ago, our responsorial today–does anyone remember the first words of the whole psalm in Scripture? It’s Psalm 22. The last time we encountered it this year was during Holy Week. The first words were spoken by Jesus from ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, 1 John 3:18-24, Acts 9:26-31, Acts 20:35, Matthew 7:1, Psalm 22:26-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Paul's Farewell To Ephesus Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 16, 2015

To establish that Paul’s farewell was one of kindness and deep concern for the church leaders at Ephesus, and all ministers and elders should aspire to foster this same spirit in their work of Christ everywhere.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Commitment To Ephesus 2. Paul’s Commission to Ephesus 3. Paul’s Character in Ephesus Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson outlines Paul’s farewell address to the Ephesian church elders who came in haste to see him before his journey to Jerusalem. These elders had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Measure A Man

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 24, 2015

The world measures a man by brains, or by brawn, or by bucks. How do we, as Christians, measure a man? We measure a man by the manner of his life, the message of his life and the motto of his life.

How To Measure A Man Dr. James O. Davis Acts 20 What is the measure of a real man? Let this message grip your heart forever. The apostle Paul is revisiting a strategic mission field. And he comes to Miletus and there he gathers with him the Ephesian elders. And he has a time walking with them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:19-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God