Sermons on Hechos 16:28:

Shine Like Stars

Contributed by Larry Hale on Sep 5, 2022

God wants his church to be a strong, unified family with the common goal of reaching lost souls and disciplining new BELIEVERS by being the light of CHRIST to everyone we encounter.

Shine Like Stars – August 28, 2022 – Larry Hale, Sr. Pastor Glenvale Church of God, Marysville PA Philippians 2:12-18 NIV This year’s theme for Camp Yolijwa was “Shine Like Stars”. The name for the theme came from Philippians chapter 2 verses 14 and 15. This morning I would like dig a little ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-40, Philippians 2:12-18

Earthquakes Examined Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

The first thing I learned about earthquakes in the New Testament is that they can be completely positive with no harmful effects. Our text is a case in point. Paul and Silas are delivered from prison by the violent earthquake that opened all the doors.

It was in Santa Clara, California, in the summer of 1988 that Lavonne and I experienced our one and only earthquake. We were in a motel and the bed began to vibrate like it does when you put a quarter in the machine at the side of the bed. It only lasted a few seconds, but even that made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

Fickle People Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 2, 2021

This is the 47th Sermon in the Series Action. This series began during the COVID 19 pandemic and is a call for the Church to be the Church.

Series: Action [#47] FICKLE PEOPLE Acts 16:16-40 Introduction: Today, we celebrate Palm Sunday. This was the day that had been prophesied in Zechariah 9:9. John 12:12-15 This happened on Sunday; but by Friday, these same people were yelling “Crucify Him”. That’s fickle and it still ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

In The Midnight Hour PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

Explores the transformative power of faith through the story of Paul and Silas in prison, emphasizing perseverance, prayer, and God's promises.

Good morning, dear family of God! I am thrilled to stand before you today, not because of who I am, but because of who we are in Christ. We gather not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, united under the banner of God's love and grace. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-33

Topics: Paul And Silas, Lockdown

Praising God At Midnight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon explores how faith in God's goodness, resilience in adversity, and constant praise can guide and strengthen us, inspired by Paul and Silas's story.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we are united by a common thread, a shared faith that binds us together. It is this faith that strengthens us, that guides us, and that brings us here today. We are here to celebrate, to learn, and to grow together. And in this gathering, we are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Topics: God's Praise, Tough Times

There Is Power In Praise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Good morning, church family! We’re going to explore the story of Paul and Silas and how they used the power of praise to overcome trials and tribulations. As we go through life, we all face storms, but it's important to remember that we can always find victory through praising God. C.S. Lewis said: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Topics: Praise, Jesus, Storm

Victory Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 30, 2024

We often talk about the power of prayer, but we seldom talk about the power of prayer and praise together. St. Augustine said, “He who sings prays twice.”

Victory of Praise Text: Acts 16:25-34 Introduction 1. “Praise is prophetic power...to change your circumstances and to lift your burdens. Worship is like a victory cry before the victory.” -Gerald Mullins 2. We often talk about the power of prayer, but we seldom talk about the power of prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Methodist

Faith

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 6, 2024

The most important question a person can ask is, "What must I do to be saved?".

Faith Acts 16: 25 – 32 The apostle Paul was thrown into jail for preaching about Christ in the city of Philippi. He and his companion Silas were beaten and then chained to an inner dungeon. The Bible records that Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God, and the prisoners heard them. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul’s Missionary Journey’s Still Instructs The Church Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 30, 2024

The Church must be focused on Christ, even when times are tough, will we? Will we make disciples, will we focus on Jesus, will we share His salvation?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 24 Paul’s Missionary Journey’s still instructs the Church (“Lessons from the road!”) Acts 16:1-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Hour Of Decision Is Midnight

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 15, 2024

When one asks the question, "What must I do to be saved," accepting the answer we give will determine the eternal destiny for that person.

“About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them, and suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken. And immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone’s bonds were unfastened. When the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Freed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith, the fulfillment found in spiritual freedom, and the courage to face the future fearlessly with God. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you today, to stand in this sacred space, surrounded by the love and fellowship that binds us together as one body in Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, united in our shared calling to seek ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Topics: Freedom