Sermons on Hechos 4:20:

Being A Bold Witness Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 11, 2019

We need to be bold in our witness for Christ. We are one generation away from being a pagan nation.

This sermon series entitled “The Ends of the Earth” is about how we, as the body of Christ, have been directed to reach a lost world for Him. So how are we doing? Not how has the church done in the past, but how is the church in reaching the lost doing today? The fact is, we are but one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 18, 2019

We must keep speaking even when told not to.

Responding to Persecution Acts 4:1-22 Rev. Brian Bill November 16-17, 2019 Imagine a church that lives on mission by gathering with God’s people, by growing in their faith, by giving what God has given to them and by going with the gospel, all for the glory of God. This church is known as a place ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Not Who We Used To Be

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 5, 2019

This message, although not a sequel, builds on an earlier teaching, "Dead To The World."

We are not who we used to be In November, I delivered a message titled “Dead to the World.” In that message, I talked about what it meant to be dead to sin and to the things of this world. But the focus of the message was on what it means to be spiritually alive without the shackles of the Adamic ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3, Galatians 3:26-28, Ephesians 4:32, Ephesians 5:1-2, Acts 4:19-20, Acts 5:27-29, John 17:16, Galatians 5:10, Colossians 3:1-4, Philippians 4:8, John 17:14, 1 John 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

These Are Not Idiots Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 2, 2020

Peter and John are emboldened by the Spirit to defend themselves before the Sanhedrin.

These Are not Idiots Acts 4:5-22 Peter and John had been under great pressure before when Jesus was arrested by both the Temple guard and Roman soldiers. Peter made a temporary and futile attempt at bravado before he caved miserably. The two of them followed at a distance and came into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peter's Conflict With The Religious Leaders Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 16, 2020

Any progress in the Christian life will face opposition

Peter's conflict with the religious leaders Acts 4:1-22 1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, 2 being grieved that they taught the people, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Time To Stand For Jesus

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 25, 2020

Just as the early apostles were called to give an account for preaching and healing in the name of Jesus of Nazareth, it's time for us to Stand and let all know we are people of the Cross.

Time to Stand for Jesus Christ of Nazareth July 12, 2020 Acts 4 New International Version (NIV) Peter and John Before the Sanhedrin 4 The priests and the captain of the temple guard and the Sadducees came up to Peter and John while they were speaking to the people. 2 They were greatly disturbed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Patriotic Christians #4 - Respecting Our Leaders Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

Though we may not agree with our elected officials, we have a duty to God to respect them, to honor them, to submit to their leadership, and obey them. God has ordained the governing authorities, and by respecting and honoring them, we show respect and honor to God.

Patriotic Christians #4 Respecting Our Leaders Theme: Though we may not agree with our elected officials, we have a duty to God to respect them, to honor them, to submit to their leadership, and obey them. God has ordained the governing authorities, and by respecting and honoring them, we show ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-17, Acts 4:19-20, Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mission Opposition Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020

As we SURRENDER our will to the Spirit of God, He will EMBOLDEN us to faithful testimony for Christ, even in the face of opposition.

Mission Opposition Acts 4:1-22 As we continue our study this morning through the book of Acts we have seen the fledgling congregation in Jerusalem experience tremendous gains. The Holy Spirit descended upon them in power on Pentecost Sunday which resulted in the mighty wonders of God being ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Four Great Freedoms In Christ Sermon Ii: Freedom Of Speech Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 11, 2019

God grant that, in America but also prayerfully and hopefully throughout the whole world, Christians will (or one day will be able to) exercise their God-given freedom to "speak the truth in love".

FOUR FREEDOMS IN CHRIST SERMON II: FREEDOM OF SPEECH To be free to speak is probably the most basic of all freedoms since all other freedoms depend upon the ability to communicate our needs . . . wants . . . choices . . . preferences . . . likes . . . ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, Acts 4:20

Unstoppable Church (Christians) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Sep 12, 2019

Very few things in life are unstoppable. The only truly unstoppable force in this world comes from God. The Spirit of God makes His Church, His people, and His purpose unstoppable.

Lots of people get stopped by lots of things. I remember being stopped in my tracks one day at church – Snake. People are stopped in their tracks by all kinds of things. Sadly, I have known people who were stopped in their tracks relationally. Maybe they got burned in a relationship, or even in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Acts 4:8, Acts 4:12-13, Acts 4:18-21, Acts 5:19-21, Acts 6:7, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Salvation Is Found In No Other Name! Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 20, 2014

In Acts 4:12, the Apostle Peter made a powerful declaration on the significance of Jesus Christ for our salvation. This message looks at that passage,

SALVATION IS FOUND IN NO OTHER NAME! Acts 4: 12-33 Dorn Ridge Church of Christ (Centennial Park July 20, 2014) INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning, I want to focus on what might be one of the greatest assertions of the Christian faith. 2.) In Acts 4: 12, the apostle Peter declared: “Salvation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Fear! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 24, 2014

Find courage in the fellowship of the saints, your faith in the Sovereign Lord, and in the filling of the Holy Spirit.

One summer evening, during a violent thunderstorm, a mother was tucking her small boy into bed. She was about to turn off the light when he asked with a tremor in his voice, “Mommy, will you sleep with me tonight?” The mother smiled and gave him a reassuring hug. “I can't, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Taking A Stand Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

If we are going to follow Jesus, we have to put him first above anything or anyone else.

Taking A Stand Text: Acts 4:1-22 Introduction 1. Have you ever had to stand up for something you believe in? When we stand, it's normally because there is some sort of opposition facing us. So we have to muster up the courage and take action to stand against that opposition. 2. When I first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 31, 2017

What should we do when our government is ungodly? 1. Spend more time with our Savior (vs. 13). 2. Always choose God over government (vs. 14-20). 3. Keep speaking about our Savior (vs. 20). 4. Keep giving glory to God (vs. 21-22).

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 2 Acts 4:13-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 21, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we continue to follow up on the great miracle that took place at the beginning of Acts 3. Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to pray, and they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

News At 7 Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 5, 2014

This sermon looks at Peter and John's hearing before the Sanhedrin from the standpoint of politically correct modern news media.

News at 7 Series: Acts Chuck Sligh October 5, 2014 (NOTE: There is a PowerPoint presentation for this sermon available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com.) TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 4 INTRODUCTION Peter and John wouldn’t have gone over too well with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist