Sermons on Introduction To Acts:

Timothy Series

Contributed by Wayne Clarke on Nov 20, 2001

Profile of Timothy, co-worker with Paul, based on his family background and ministry.

Timothy Series on Paul’s Partners Bible passages Acts 15:39-16:5, Phil 2:19-24, Tim 1:3-8 Tim – one of the most important and most interesting characters in the NT – story hard to piece together. Acts… in Paul’s letters, writer with Paul of 6 of them… 2 books letters written to him in Ephesus… ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Folly Of The Love Of The Shepherd - The Source Of Our Hope!

Contributed by Sahaya Selvam on Nov 16, 2002

A Reflection on John 10, in the African context

The Maasai of East Africa are a very peculiar people. Very often they are known for raiding the neighbouring tribes to take possession of their cattle. From the newspaper accounts one may think that the Maasai are a very violent people. Now, there is a mythical background to why the Maasai raid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ramon Muniz on Oct 7, 2002

Jesus called himself "The Good Shepherd." This message looks at proving that Only Jesus fills this role. He is "good" because He is God. He is the Shepherd, not just a shepherd.

“THE GOOD SHEPERD” Over the past 6 weeks we have looked at the “I AM” statements of Christ. We have explored significant lessons Jesus gave as He made these descriptive statements about himself. “I AM” - He clearly used it to identify himself as God “I AM the way, the truth & the life” – In ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 1 ( 23rd Psalm): The Lord Is My Shepherd*

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 17, 2002

Your relationship with God is not a prize to be won but rather a gift to be received.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 1 (23 Psalm): The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want A. WHY IS THIS THE FAVORITE PSALM? 1. Easy to memorize. These six verses are a short “self-contained” picture of our relationship with God. 2. Intimate fellowship. Promises God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2 (23rd Psalm): I Shall Not Want*

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 17, 2002

You will have many earthly desires in life, but you shall not want for anything the Shepherd.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 2 (23rd Psalm): I shall not want A. ABOUT RELATIONSHIP 1. Why can I say, “The Shepherd is mine?” a. Because He gave His life for me. “The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). “I give unto them (the sheep) eternal life” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6 (23rd Psalm): I Will Fear No Evil

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002

Evil is real and should be feared, but it is no threat to you when the Shepherd is with you.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 6 (23rd Psalm): I Will Fear No Evil A. WHAT DOES PSALM 23 TEACH US ABOUT OPPOSITION? 1. The existence of evil. 2. Evil is in conflict with you. 3. You should not let evil scare you. 4. You can overcome evil. 5. The shepherd is your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 9 (23rd Psalm): My Cup Runs Over*

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002

You will know more satisfaction with the Shepherd than with anyone or anything else in life.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 9: My Cup Runs Over A. RELATIONSHIP IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 1. The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment. a. Possession. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. Sacrifice. “The good shepherd giveth His life” (John ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 10 (23rd Psalm): Goodness And Mercy*

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002

Once you belong to the shepherd, goodness and mercy will pursue you for the rest of your life.

Psalm 23 Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 10: Goodness and Mercy A. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? 1. Stopped following. “He leadeth me.” 2. Straying. “Yea though I walk through the valley.” 3. Death shadows. “The valley of the shadow of death.” 4. Protected. “I will fear no evil, for Thou art ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Member Who Cares

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 30, 2002

What kind of church member are you? If you had to fill out a resume for church membership what would it look like?

A CHURCH MEMBER WHO CARES Acts 4:32-37; 9:26-27; 11:27-30; 15:36-39 INTRO: If you could examine a resume of the New Testament character of Barnabas, it would look something like this: NAME: Barnabas (son of consolation, son of encouragement). RESIDENCE: Cyprus. BACKGROUND: Levite, a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 16, 2001

For His sheep.

The Good Shepherd - John 10:1-18 This is my wife’s favorite passage and she has asked me for years to teach on this, but somehow it has never seemed to be what I was being lead to preach or teach. Finally, here we are. I guess that is a lesson in itself on patience. C];-)}|> There are many ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD

BIG IDEA: CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD INTRODUCTI0N: Do you ever have a problem with contentment? Who doesn’t! How do you feel when your kids or your wife complain ... = a reflection on your ability to provide and care for your family The Good Shepherd can be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stephen The Witness And Martyr Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Stephen is a model for us of a Holy Spirit directed witness.

Stephen the Witness and Martyr Acts 6:8—8:1 Intro: There is a Conspiracy of Silence in so many churches… Thinking that we can merely live good Christian lives as our witness, without telling people the why: telling about Jesus Christ. God’s acts have always needed explanation to be clear. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Philip The Evangelist Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 28, 2005

Witnessing in the power of the Spirit

PHILIP THE EVANGELIST Acts 8:1-25 Intro.: What is evangelism? What is an evangelist? (Wait for answers) Jesus said in His final words, “Go, be my witnesses here and everywhere,” “Go and make disciples of all nations.” To evangelize is to tell the good news of Jesus. “Gospel” = “evangel” = ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirituality Of Stephen

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 1, 2003

There were certain traits in the life of Stephen that revealed his spirituality. These traits should be a part of the makeup of every child of God.

The Spirituality Of Stephen Text: Acts 7: 55-60 Intro: In my opinion, Stephen is one of the finest examples of spirituality in the entire Bible. He was one of the first deacons of the early Church in Jerusalem. The Bible describes Stephen as one who was full of the Holy Spirit, faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's "Son"

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 19, 2003

Sermon on Timothy

PAUL’S "SON" PHILIPPIANS 2:19-24 04/19/95 A reporter in San Bernardino California arranged for a man to lie in a gutter on a busy street. Hundreds of people passed by, but not one showed any sympathy. A few years back you may recall an article in the newspaper that told how thirty-eight people ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Bible Church