Sermons on Jewish Conversion:

Walking Headlong Into Trouble Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 2, 2008

What do you do when you know trouble is coming? Do you run the other way as fast as you can? Paul didn’t and his example helps us when we face difficulty or when those close to us face trials.

Did trouble take Paul by surprise? It shouldn’t have. Back in Acts 9, right at his conversion, Jesus made it clear to then Saul what his future would be like. He told Ananias, who was sent to pray for Saul, “Go, for he is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-40

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Fool’s Rejection Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How does Good Friday depict the passions of the flesh and the rejection of God’s wisdom?

Proverbs 14:12 P: There is a way that seems right to a man, C: but its end is the way to death. Do we ever think that our thoughts or our actions will actually bring death? --death upon ourselves or death upon others? I’d imagine, we don’t live in a community were we are planning to bring death ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33, Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking Cultural Barriers In Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

Cultural barriers should never stop us from spreading the gospel. Jesus died for all people, and His message must reach every tribe, language, and nation. As believers, we must be intentional in overcoming cultural prejudices, adapting our evangelistic methods, and relying on the Holy Spirit.

BREAKING CULTURAL BARRIERS IN EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 10:34-35 "Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit Is Given! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 30, 2021

‘The Holy Spirit is Given’ Acts chapter 2 verses 1-13 – sermon by Gordon Curley – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Day of Pentecost (vs 1a) (2). The Coming of the Spirit (vs 2-4) (3). The Reaction of the Crowd (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Many of you know I like to drink the black nectar. • A good cup of coffee is one of life’s pleasurers! • And I agree with the person who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon; The Pentecost Effect - Paul’s Encounter On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 18, 2024

Misguided zeal is dangerous. The things that most threaten the Gospel and the abundance and freedom in Jesus Christ are caused by misguided zeal. Some things may appear to be good, maybe even seem godly, yet stand in the way of the gospel.

Sermon: Paul’s Encounter on the Road to Damascus Scripture: Acts 9:1-11 “Meanwhile, Saul was uttering threats with every breath and was eager to kill the Lord’s followers. So he went to the high priest. He requested letters addressed to the synagogues in Damascus, asking for their cooperation in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18, 1 Timothy 1:12-13, Philippians 2:9-11, 1 Peter 5:6-7

Denomination: Methodist

Encounter At Jacob's Well

Contributed by Lee Henry on Oct 16, 2006

The Samaritan woman’s encounter with Jesus at Jacob’s well changed her life. An encounter with Jesus can also change our life.

Encounter at Jacob’s Well John 4 In John 4:42 we read that many Samaritans came to Jesus and recognized Him as “Savior of the world.” What led to this great response of the Samaritans? It all began with an encounter at Jacob’s well between Jesus and a Samaritan woman. Jacob’s well is located ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tradition And The Tongue

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 27, 2012

Jesus is not interested in rules which people can point to as the outward manifestation of some arbitrary rule-driven form of righteousness. He is interested in the heart.

There are many traditions in the world. One of those traditions is to have a liturgical calendar and today, May 27 happens to be the Day of Pentecost. It is the day of the birth of the church, fifty days after the Passover. And that was the day according to Jewish tradition that Moses received ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: *other

Encounters

Contributed by Joe Birdsall on Apr 28, 2015

A sermon based on John 4. The encounter with Jesus at Jacob's Well.

At the beginning of John Chapter 4, Jesus and his disciples are traveling back to Galilee from the province of Judea. In order to do this, they have to travel either around or through the province of Samaria. Jesus apparently makes the decision to take the shortcut through Samaria. When they ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-19

Denomination: Nazarene

"What Is Wrong With This Picture?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 10, 2009

A sermon about evangelism.

John 4:4-42 “What is Wrong with this Picture?” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Newspapers and magazines sometimes run a feature entitled: What is Wrong with this Picture? They don’t mean it’s a bad photo. They mean that someone in the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Starting With Amen

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019

The Amen is at the beginning of an affirmation, not at the end...

Starting with Amen John 3:1 NIV 1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. Nicodemus is introduced Member of the Jewish ruling council John 3:2 NIV 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Trinity. What's That? Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on May 24, 2005

This sermon helps us to look at God’s character in regards to the Trinity. It only scratches the surface of this doctrine, but is written to help the congregation begin to look at God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit

Genesis 1.26 1.In the Jewish culture, a familiar term that is used during worship and regular conversation is the word Midrash. 2.A Midrash is a type of biblical interpretation found in rabbinic literature. 3.Midrashic interpretations usually pay close attention to the meanings of individual words ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go, Call Thy Husband, And Come Hither Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 27, 2010

. THE WARNING THAT CONCERNS ME- ALARMING A. The possibility they denote B. The opportunity they disregard II. THE WONDER THAT CAPTIVATES ME - AMAZING A. It is so amazing in that it embraces the unwanted before salvation B. It is so amazing in t

“Go, call thy husband, and come hither” John 4: 1-42 I. THE WARNING THAT CONCERNS ME- ALARMING A. The possibility they denote B. The opportunity they disregard II. THE WONDER THAT CAPTIVATES ME - AMAZING A. It is so amazing in that it embraces the unwanted before salvation B. It ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles 31 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

The Bible records many oral reports that were given.

For example, if you remember in the Old Testament, Moses sent out the ten spies to scout out the land and they came back and gave their report. Some of them gave a very negative report. They said that they should not attempt to invade the land because there were giants in the land, and they would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

What's Your Status Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

Paul writes to affirm the true status and position of every true believer. Just what is that status and position?

WHAT’S YOUR STATUS? GALATIANS 3:26-4:7 INTRODUCTION: Paul had preached the Gospel. Many people had believed. In his absence false teachers had infiltrated the camp and begun to misguide people. They were saying that grace and faith was not enough. Until you adopt Judaism you are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Open Doors Close Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 17, 2013

Start of the 2nd missionary journey - Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A New Partner (15:40-41): (2). A New Helper (16:1-5): (3). A New Vision (16:6-10) (4). A New Convert (16:11-15) SERMON BODY: Ill: • One day when C.S. Lewis was in the tool shed in his garden. • And he noticed a sunbeam shining across the shed. • And it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Brethren