Sermons on Listen Before Acting:

An Outline Of Acts 17:1-15

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 5, 2022

Paul, Silas, and Timothy left Philippi and made their way to Thessalonica and later Berea. They preached, people believed, but others did not. This is an action-packed episode in Paul's life and ministry.

Introduction: Paul, Silas and Timothy had left Philippi. Now they’re heading towards Thessalonica and later Berea. People believed the Gospel, but others did not, so Paul and the others had to move on to other locations. 1 The Ministry in Thessalonica Text: Acts 17:1-9, KJV: 1 Now when they had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 8:1-25

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 4, 2021

The first section of Acts 8 describes briefly the persecution against the Church after Stephen's death and the results of Philip's ministry to a city in Samaria. This outline covers some of what he did there.

Introduction: Acts 8 contains two events in the life of Philip, most likely another one of the original seven men called deacons. This first section relates how believers were “scattered abroad” after the death of Stephen (see Acts 7) and how Philip went to two very different places. Prologue: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Take Time To Listen When You Pray

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 17, 2015

For an athlete to excel in the sport of his or her choice they must submit to the physical disciplines that will prepare them for excellent performance. Likewise, to truly be followers of Jesus Christ, we must follow certain exercises and disciplines.

2-22-05 Title: Take Time to Listen When You Pray Text: “But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.” (Matthew 6:6) Bible Reading: Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Had A Dream (Acts 11)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 18, 2007

When one man dreams, it is just a dream, but when we all dream together ... ...

I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slaveowners will be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood. ... I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Acts 16 - God Always Leads Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 25, 2013

God leads. God leads us to where He wants us to be. Therefore watch where you are, and be the instrument that God can use to accomplish His purposes.

1. God LEADS… are we following? Paul has chosen Silas as his partner for the 2nd missionary journey. He also took Timothy along this time. • Something interesting happens in 16:6. They were in the region of PHRYGIA but they were ‘kept by the Holy Spirit’ from moving into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

There's No Time Like The Present

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jan 13, 2009

When offered the free gift of salvation, Felix and his wife Drusilla decided to wait for a "better time."

THERE’S NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT Text: Acts 24:24, 25 Introduction: o In this short scripture, we have a request, a response, and a result I. The Request (v. 24) • Paul had finished his third missionary journey and was led to Jerusalem by the Holy Spirit • Stays with Philip the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

American Wedding Ceremony And The Act Of Baptism

Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on Jun 19, 2001

The American Wedding Ceremony has many elements which correspond to the Act of Baptism and they both unite for life

Last Sunday, we talked about wedding ceremonies. We talked about how they differ from country to country and from culture to culture. We spent a considerable amount of time talking specifically about one type of a wedding ceremony that was practiced during Jesus day, among the Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:27, Revelation 2:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Made To Make A Difference (Acts 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 6, 2012

This expository sermon series is adapted from Max Lucado's book, Out Live Your Life, and credit for most the series belong to him. Outlines are original. In Acts 3, we learn to Share the Work, See the Wounded, and Serve the Weak.

Made to Make a Difference: Acts 3 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/3/2011 This series is inspired by and portions adapted from Max Lucado’s Out Live Your Life. The very first followers of Jesus weren’t what you might expect. None of them had any seminary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Preposition "Eis" In Acts 2:38

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Jun 30, 2006

This is an examination of the meaning of the Greek preposition "eis" as we determine whether remission of sins precedes or follows repentance and baptism.

During the last Century, theologians who believe that salvation is attained only by belief in Christ have made the assertion that the Greek preposition eis translated in Acts 2:38 as “for” should be translated “because of”. They assert that the Greek would suggest that one must repent and be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tell Them Your Testimony

Contributed by Johnathan Solomon on Feb 25, 2022

As we examine Paul speech to the King Agrippa, we discover an outline of four points that all Christians should note when sharing their testimony.

According to the U.S. News, over 80% of New Year's Resolutions have failed by the weekend. The New Year is for many people a New Beginning People make resolutions with the hope that the New Year will bring positive change. The 10 most common New Year Resolutions are: 1. Spend more time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:4-26

Denomination: Baptist

Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 17, 2013

A study of the book of Isaiah chapter 45 verses 1 through 25

Isaiah 45: 1 – 25 Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret “Thus says the LORD to His anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have held—to subdue nations before him and loose the armor of kings, to open before him the double doors, so that the gates will not be shut: 2 ‘I will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Journey Through Acts (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 16, 2024

In Acts 5, we encounter the tale of Ananias and Sapphira. The essential elements of the story—the deception, the devil, the deaths, and the dread—work together to remind us that sin and Satan are serious obstacles in our journey with Jesus.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 5:1-11 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/16/2017 If you were with us the last couple weeks, you know we began a ten-week journey through the book of Acts. The book of Acts picks up right where the Gospels leave off ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

A Church On Fire

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 26, 2024

Based on Acts 2 - Challenges hearers to consider the 4 components of a church on fire for the Lord (adapted from Adrian Rogers' sermon - "The Ingredients of a Church Aflame")

“A CHURCH ON FIRE” Acts 2 FBCF – 8/25/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Monticello Methodist Church fire – Jan 11, 1980 This was a literal church on fire. FBCF was already a church on fire before this week’s revival w/ Dr. Don Wilton. But after what we experienced this week, the Holy Spirit poured MUCH ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Really Listen To The Voice Of God

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 24, 2010

How do we discern the will of God in our lives. I suggest five indicators

Do we really listen to the voice of God JOHN 10:22-30 I would like to focus on one verse this morning: “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them and they follow me” (Jn 10:27) There are many committed Christians who ask the question “How can I know the will of God for me. Where does he want me ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Anglican

Joseph The Actor Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

Joseph is wearing a mask and playing a role that is not his real self, and that is what an actor does.

The old joke is the question, who was the greatest actor in the Bible? The answer is Samson, because he brought down the house. The surprising thing is that there really are actors in the Bible and Joseph is the first. He put on a performance that would have won him an Academy Award. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-22