Sermons on Hechos 1:12:

Walking In The Wonder Of God Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Jul 23, 2004

Walking in the Wonder of God

Acts 1:12, “The apostles were at the Mount of Olives when this happened, so they walked the half mile back to Jerusalem.” Here then we turn our attention to an event that is of utmost importance for us in our study of Acts thus far. We have surveyed thus far, the Kingdom of God, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On Mission With God

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jul 25, 2004

Four reasons we can be on mission with God

Acts 1:1-14 On Mission with God Introduction Perhaps one of the most dynamic stories in all of history is that of the followers of Jesus, those who constituted His first church turning the world upside down. It is in reality an account of a church with humble beginnings on mission with God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

We Have A Job To Do Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 29, 2004

Jesus left this world to prepare a place for us. He left us with marching orders that keep us busy till he returns. Luke’s inspired message of Acts reminds us of our task and our strength in Christ.

Acts 1:1-11 We have a job to do. Scott Bayles, from the Church of Christ at Freeport Illinois said something like this: The average Christian in America has heard over 4000 sermons, sung over 20,000 songs, participated in over 8000 public prayers… and converted zero sinners to Christ. He also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing God Series

Contributed by John Park on Oct 12, 2004

A sermon from the first chapter of Acts from a chapter by chapter series on Acts.

EXPERIENCING GOD I. Introduction A. Author and Date 1. Although the author is not named in the book we can gather from external evidences and from inferences of the book itself that Luke was the author. 2. The earliest of the external evidences appear in the Muratorian Canon (A.D. 170), ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Listening God? Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

This is a sermon on hinderances to our prayers being heard and answered.

Are you listening God? – Hindrances to our prayers being heard and answered Acts 1:12-14 Five things to check when you think God isn’t listening. 1. Are your motives right? James 4:3 2. Is there unconfessed sin in your life? Isaiah 59:1-2 It is strange that while praying, we seldom ask for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Moves

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

How the Holy Spirit moves in the church.

How the Holy Spirit Moves By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Acts 1 The first mentioned of the Holy Spirit of the bible says, “The Spirit of God moved” 1. The Spirit of God moves where there is unity a. Acts 1:4 “Gathering them together…” b. Acts 1:14 “These all with one mind …” c. Acts 2:1 “When the day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Principles For Choosing Leaders Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 12, 2004

Leadership is the most important function in the church. The church will never rise above its leadership. Therefore, selecting the right leaders is vital to be an effective, Christ-honoring, and scriptural church.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 1:12-26 TITLE: “PRINCIPLES FOR CHOOSING LEADERS” INTRODUCTION: A. A man is driving with his wife at his side and his mother-in-law in the back seat. The women just won’t leave him alone. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Great Revival Of The Church

Contributed by David Carter on Feb 16, 2001

Revival

THE FIRST GREAT REVIVAL OF THE CHURCH Text: Acts 1: 12-15; 2: 41-47 WHAT IS A REVIVAL? A Revival is an awaking of God’s People, which cause them to become active for God! "Vive means life, and Re means again" (Revival to life not Resurrection from the dead!) Hosea 10:12 - "Break up ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Time To Wait

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: There is a time to wait and there is a right way to do it.

Thesis: There is a time to wait and there is a right way to do it. Intro.: 1. What do the following people have in common? a. <examples>: 1) 15 year old teenager who longs for a driver's lic. 2) A young couple who have set date for their wedding. 3) A 4 or 5 yr. old who is looking forward to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Why Are God's Precedents Often Accompanied With Demonstrations Of Great Power?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Pentecostal outpouring of power was a demonstration of God’s divine influence on an epic setting event - the inauguration of the Christian church. Whenever the Lord sets an important precedent He accompanies it with a demonstration of power to signal

1. The Pentecostal outpouring of power was a demonstration of God’s divine influence on an epic setting event - the inauguration of the Christian church. Whenever the Lord sets an important precedent He accompanies it with a demonstration of power to signal His Divine energetic approval. By the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is It Important To Fellowship With Godly Associates?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers.

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers. Mutual encouragement provided them with the necessary incentives to stay obedient, loving and committed to our Lord. They assembled together in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ascension Of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 20, 2000

Seeks to expound the Ascension in its Historical, Spiritual and Practical context

THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST If you had looked at your diary last Thursday (that would have been six weeks after Easter) you might have seen the heading "Ascension Day", but then it might not be there because Ascension Day is one of the neglected feast days of the Christian church. That ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12, Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing To Recieve The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 8, 2000

How the disciples prepared to recieve the promised coming of the Holy Spirit.

“Preparing to Receive the Holy Spirit.” Acts 1:12-26 Last week we began a study of the Book of Acts by noting five foundational principles on which Christ wanted to build his church. 1.) The Believers Message – Christ is Risen, 2.) The Believers Might – the power of the Holy Spirit, 3.) The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

In Search Of A Kingdom

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

We often seek kingdoms based on power, wealth, and fame; however, Christians should seek the kingdom of God, which is based on love.

"In Search Of A Kingdom" -Acts 1:1-12 Rev. A.L. Torrence Pastor of the Cross of Life Lutheran Church In our text, we see a group of Galileans searching for a kingdom and the power that goes along with it. They asked the question, "Lord is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Getting Ready For A Pentecostal Experience Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Following the Instructions of Jesus as they await the dawning of a Christian Pentecost

As we begin this fourth lesson in Acts, we have now moved past Dr. Luke’s introduction and into the beginning of the early church. We have seen the importance of the resurrection in the redemptive history of the church. We have read how Jesus appeared to ver 500 of His followers following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Pentecostal