Sermons on Gevurot 10:34:

When God Changes A Bigot’s Heart Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 9, 2015

God's plan was always to reach the world. Yet by Acts 10, the Gospel had gone no further than Jews & a few Samaritans. Why? racism & bigotry. In Acts 10, God changed all that in the story of Cornelius, leading to a dramatic salvation that changed history.

When God Changes a Bigot’s Heart Acts Series Chuck Sligh August 9, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Speaking of the saints and angels around the throne of God in heaven, Revelation 5:9-10 says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Church’s Outreach – The World

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

CHANGE IS A CONSTANT IN THE WORLD TODAY, AND ALSO IN THE CHURCH. wE MUST MAKE SURE THAT IN THE MIDST OF MODERNIZING OUR METHOD OF OUTREACH, THAT THE MESSAGE REMAINS THE SAME.

THE CHURCH’S OUTREACH – THE WORLD ACTS 10:1-43 THIS IS A VERY UNUSUAL TYPE OF MESSAGE FOR ME TODAY. I DO HAVE THREE POINTS TO IT, BUT MY FIRST POINT IS ABOUT 20 MINUTES, AND MY SECOND AND THIRD MAY BE FIVE MINUTES FOR BOTH. MOST OF THE MEAT OF THE PASSAGE IS FOUND IN THE FIRST 20 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 21, 2015

Peter's vision reveals that all people from every nation are acceptable in God's Kingdom

Acts 10:1-17, 34-35 “The Vision” INTRODUCTION Recently a relative visited us for a few days this past year. She’d been to Surprise a few years ago and she was astonished at how Surprised had changed. Surprise had to change in order to accommodate increased population and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-35

Denomination: Lutheran

"Is God Bigger Than We Think?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 8, 2015

A sermon about inclusion.

"Is God Bigger than We Think?" Acts 10:1-48 When C.S. Lewis was only about 6 or 7 years old he announced to his father: "Daddy, I have a prejudice against the French." "Why?" asked his dad. "If I knew that," replied Lewis, "it wouldn't be a prejudice." He was right, you know. The point ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Divine Encounters With God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2018

When we least think that God is on the move, we find that He was there all the time intervening and helping us.Just because we cannot see it, does not mean He is silent.

Divine Encounters with God Acts 10:1-48 Introduction- Last week we looked at getting ourselves in the presence of God and allowing Him to intervene in our lives. Worship can put in the presence of God as we enter into His presence. Those that seem to encounter God have either been intentional or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Nazarene

Time For A Big Change Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 17, 2018

When Peter was sent to the home of Cornelius, God was trying to change Peter's and the churches perspectives toward Gentiles. Peter had some prejudices against Gentiles that needed to change. Perhaps we also have biases and prejudices that God wants to change.

Introduction: A. One day a preacher went to his monthly meeting with the elders and presented an idea that he believed he had received from God. 1. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elders, they voted down the preacher’s proposed changes 12-1. 2. The elder ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48, Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The True Reason Of Christmas!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 4, 2019

The almost forgotten reason for Christmas seems to be almost lost in the hustle and bustle of people out doing each other with decorations and gift buying that most overlook the greatest GIFT there was ever given.

THE TRUE REASON OF CHRISTMAS! The almost forgotten reason for Christmas seems to be almost lost in the hustle and bustle of people out doing each other with decorations and gift buying that most overlook the greatest GIFT there was ever given. This is a gift that if we over look will cost us ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Acts 10:34, Romans 10:13, John 1:12

Easter Sunday Morning Sermon: 'giving Up On Death'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 21, 2019

Easter Morning Sermon: 'Giving Up on Death' - Acts chapter 10 verses 34-43 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: God is not partial (vs 34-35) Jesus is unique (vs 36-41) Good news to share (vs 39-43) SERMON BODY Ill: • Mel Blanc is a voice you will all know, • But a name you will probably not. • He has been called, “The man of 1,000 voices” • Some of them you will instantly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Brethren

Scarification And Resurrection

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 21, 2019

By prayer, fasting and giving we wear away our protective ego so that the grace of Christ can seep into or flood our souls and bring us to new life.

Easter 2019 Scarification and Resurrection It’s been years since I made a loaf of bread, or cinnamon rolls, but I do remember the leavening. I recall taking warm water and adding a package of Fleishmann’s yeast and then mixing in the flour and salt and oil. You have to knead–that’s spelled with a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, John 20:1-9, Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Catholic

Memorables

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 20, 2019

The conversion of Cornelius and his household is a memorable event for believers.

1. Life is filled with memorable events. a. National and International: • 1972 Summer Olympics were overshadowed by the “Munich Massacre” in which 11 Israeli athletes, coaches, and officials were held hostage and eventually killed. • 1980 Winter Olympics – USA Hockey Team defeated USSR • End of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Point Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 9, 2015

The Gospel is for anyone who will receive it.

Turning Point Text: Acts 10:23-48 Introduction 1. Illustration: On July 1-3, 1863 was the turning point of the American Civil War, and the turning point of our nation. It took place in the quite farming town of Gettysburg, PA. Abraham Lincoln summed up its importance in just 272 words. His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Methodist

Hiding In Our Hearts--Racism & Prejudice

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 11, 2020

How Do We Battle Against Racism & Prejudice In The Church And In Society?

Hiding in the heart—Racism & Prejudice June 13th, 2020 Jeremiah 17:5-11 Acts 10:23-48 We have witnessed more types of upheaval and trauma in our lives resulting from back to back incidents in the last few months than many have seen in a lifetime. The worldwide pandemic of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-11, Acts 10:23-48, Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Core 52 Week 24 - Our Calling And Election Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 14, 2020

Predestination. Election. Free will. These are some of the most hotly debated doctrines in the church. We think we have to be in one camp or the other. But is that true? Let's find out together.

You can listen to the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://pastorlanny.buzzsprout.com/ Core 52 Week 24 - Our Calling • Threw away the rent check. Before you judge me, how many gift cards got thrown out at Christmas time in the wrapping paper at your house? • So easy to overlook or lose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:2-13, Matthew 22:14, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Timothy 2:4, Acts 10:34, 1 Peter 1:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Racists And Bigots And Bias, Oh My!

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 15, 2020

The death of George Floyd brought the problem of racial injustice to the forefront again. Although there may be a need for police reform, the underlying problem goes deeper. What does God's word say about things like racism, prejudice and discrimination?

RACISTS AND BIGOTS AND BIAS, OH MY! The death of George Floyd brought the problem of racial injustice to the front burner again. This time it seems like the protesters are not letting up until there's at least some level of reform. Although there may be a need for that, the underlying problem ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-7, Philippians 2:1-2, Philippians 4:2-3, Leviticus 19:14-15, James 2:1-4, Acts 10:34-35, Colossians 3:15, Galatians 3:26-28, Psalm 133:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel That Saves Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 2, 2020

We see the transforming power of the Gospel when the Gentiles listened and believed in the Name of Jesus Christ. The Gospel has to do with Jesus of Nazareth.

Good morning. Let’s commit this time to the Lord in prayer. Our gracious Father, we come to worship you, our Creator and Redeemer. Thank you for reconciling us back to You through Your Son, Jesus. Thank you for loving us and watching over us. Let us praise You as long as we live and honour ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible