Sermons on Hechos 2:45:

Radical Response

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jun 20, 2023

Think about the power of sharing the Gospel, how it can pierce through the hardest heart and change a person's life. When a person responds to God, it changes their entire trajectory in life and eternal destiny.

Last week we spoke about the powerful manifestation of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the new believers. The Spirit came down like a mighty rushing wind, filling the room, and filling them personally. That powerful filling overflowed into the streets below as people from every nation heard the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Forever Family

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 25, 2025

One of the greatest gifts God gives us is 
the invitation to belong — not just to Him, but to a family — His family.

God’s Forever Family Introduction Erma Bombeck is one of my favorite authors. Her newspaper column called At Wit’s End was full of humor and wisdom. She wrote books like “If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, What am I doing in the Pits?” and “The Grass is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank”. In one of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One With Each Other - Community Series

Contributed by Ava Ch on May 11, 2025

The second week of the Stewardship series talks about oneness in being together. This was also Mother's Day, so we saw how, being in a community, we can nurture and receive love from each other.

One with Each other Introduction:?Beloved, on this second Sunday of our stewardship series, we turn to a portrait of the early church from Acts 2—a church not just alive in faith, but interwoven in life. They met together, prayed together, gave generously, and broke bread in one another’s homes. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-47, Acts 2:42-47

The Glory Of A Spirit-Filled Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The glory of a Spirit-filled church cannot be faked. It is seen in the lifestyle of its members, the power in its gatherings, and the love in its fellowship.

THE GLORY OF A SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:42-47 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1-2, Ephesians 5:18-21, John 17:21-23, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Romans 14:17 INTRODUCTION: A Spirit-filled church is not just a gathering of people; it is a living, breathing expression ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One In Heart And Mind

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 6, 2024

This is a message on the unity of the body of Christ in worship, life and mission.

A while back there was a fellow who regularly came to our church. He went through a number of legal and then medical problems, and then 2 people from this church were preparing to go to see him at home to provide moral support, prayer, and other help from the church as needed. Then we learned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abc - The Building Blocks Of Faith - Belonging Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 8, 2024

Christian belonging is our witness to a world of superficial relationships and influencer networking. Connection to a group of individuals due to attraction, identification and cohesion

Today we continue our series entitled, The ABC’s of faith. The larger idea is based on the idea that we learn over time through an exploration process of success and failure. Everything we come to know and understand is built over time on the foundation of trial and error. We learned last week, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 14:8, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 2:37-47, Luke 4:18-19, Micah 6:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 12:28-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jerusalem- A Healthy Congregation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 13, 2024

This is the 43rd Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#43] JERUSALEM- A HEALTHY CONGREGATION Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 What is the purpose of a local Congregation? What does a healthy Congregation look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Biblical Unity Release?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

If we all stay united in one Spirit and one mind, God will release divine grace, spiritual growth, manifest the spiritual gifts, daily gladness and find favor.

Summary: Unity is not just for the factory and the family, but also for our fellowship and our faith! These 5 principles work every time for a church that is serious about making a difference with their faith. Unity is not just for the factory and the family, but also for our fellowship and our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of A Renewed Church

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

How can revival take place when the church is dead and there is no voice to speak life into them? Such is the state of affairs of the churches today.

Opening illustration: A U.S. Lutheran bishop tells of visiting a parish church in California and finding a stirring red and orange banner on the wall. “Come Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!” it declared in words printed under a picture of a fire burning. The bishop was also interested in the sign directly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reclaiming The Blueprint Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

Many believers feel that something vital is missing from today's church, yearning for the vibrancy seen in the early church of Acts. God is calling us back to that original blueprint, to be a church devoted to Him, to each other, and to the mission of spreading His hope and redemption.

There is a growing sense among believers today that something essential is missing. We attend church services, participate in programs, and go through the motions of faith, yet we long for the vibrancy, the power, and the authentic community described in the book of Acts. It’s like we have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Other

Everything In Common Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 15, 2022

We, as the church, are truly better together.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - As we come together in ministry, we are not hesitating to begin our first series together. I want us to focus on the essentials for our church here at 29th. This morning we are beginning a series called: “We Are Better Together”. This series will be focused on unity and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Characteristics Of Faithful Church Members

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025

Faithfulness is not merely attendance; it is active participation, sacrificial service, and unwavering loyalty to Christ and His body.

CHARACTERISTICS OF FAITHFUL CHURCH MEMBERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:42-47 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 4:2, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 12:4-8, Philippians 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: The church is the body of Christ, and each believer is a member of that body. For the church to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Everyone Wants To "join"

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 18, 2025

The early church is an excellent model for us to follow. They had four characteristics that made them a church that everyone would want to join.

The Church Everyone Wants to “Join” David Owens Scripture Reading: Acts 2:42-47 8.17.25 Introduction: A. Good morning, brothers and sisters! Praise God for another Lord’s Day to gather to worship God and to encourage each other. 1. As you know, we just completed a sermon series about eternal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Matthew 15:8-9, Acts 20:29-30, 2 Timothy 4:2-4, John 13:35, Matthew 28:19, Matthew 5:13-16, Acts 4:29-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living By The Spirit (A Devotion And Bible Study)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 20, 2025

The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life.

Living by the Spirit A Devotion and Bible Study Scripture Focus: Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 8:14-16 Theme Overview: The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life. The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:14-16, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Philippians 4:7, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 4:2-3, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Colossians 3:12-14, Acts 2:42-47, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, John 15:1-8, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 5:18-20, 1 Peter 1:22, Romans 12:9-21, Philippians 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 46 - Be A Wise Steward Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 21, 2025

The secret to the tremendous growth of the early church was their unity and generosity. God has blessed us to be a blessing. May we be wise stewards who will use worldly wealth for godly purposes and invest for eternity.

Today’s meditation is based on Acts 4:32, “The group of believers was one in mind and heart. None of them said that any of their belongings were their own, but they all shared with one another everything they had.” (GNB) Those of us who have been born again as children of God, and have the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32, Matthew 6:20-21, Acts 2:45, Luke 16:9, Acts 4:37, Acts 5:1, Matthew 6:1-2, Acts 5:2-3, Hebrews 11:6, John 14:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other