Sermons on Listen Before Acting:

Rise Up And Choose Christ

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 4, 2007

This is a sermon we preached on our 18th anniversary at the church. It challenges us to Rise Up And Choose Christ. It’s our theme. Watch the video or listen to the audio version at www.glenvillenewlife.com.

Rise Up And Choose Christ 3/4/2007 Isaiah 40:27-31 Acts 14:8-20 Today is the celebration of starting our 18th year in ministry together. We praise God for God’s working in and through the life of this church to make a difference for Jesus Christ. How many of you can say that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Hidden World Of Service

Contributed by Michael Trask on Sep 25, 2006

The contrast couldn’t be more stark. Jesus describes his ultimate act of service while the disciples argue over which of them will be the greatest! This sermon stealthily plunges the listener into this contrast; then pulls them out on the right side.

My dear friends in Christ, I want to tell you about something that I didn’t really begin to figure out until I was about 24. Many of you figured it out long before you reached that age; some of you have not figured it out yet. But when someone finally does learn it, and it begins to sink ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Pentecostal Power Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

The early church celebrated this day long before they did Christmas. If we are unaware of this day it is due to the lack of understanding of the place of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.

One of the oldest festival days in history is the Festival of Pentecost. It was one of the favorites of the Jews for centuries before Christ, and it has been a significant day in the church for two thousand years. It became the third great Christian feast after Christmas and Easter. It marks the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

What Does Jesus' Church Look Like? (Acts - Part 9) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

the counter-culture vision of Jesus’ church...

What does jesus’ church look like? Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 9 Pastor Jeff Christopherson March 9, 2003 Acts 4:32-35 A Snapshot of a Culture where God is Excluded: Self-centred “I look out for number one!” Exclusive “I look ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Time, To Get Our "Acts” Together -Part 2 Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 16, 2012

With the Pentecost Sunday on the anvil, to focus on the factors that contributed to the resounding "success" of the Early Church with the primary focus on responsibilities of the laity.

It’s time, we got our “Acts” together -2 As I pointed out in Part I of my sermon, both the Early Church clergy and laity together worked for building up the Kingdom shaking the sinful world to its core in the process. While, we had focused on the unequivocal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: *other

Transformed By Truth: Salvation Through Jesus Christ Acts 4:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 26, 2024

Acts 4:12 encapsulates the core message of the Gospel and the foundation of our faith

Transformed by Truth: Salvation through Jesus Christ Acts 4:12 Introduction: Today, we are going to delve into a powerful and transformative truth found in Acts 4:12. This verse encapsulates the core message of the Gospel and the foundation of our faith. Let's read this verse together from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, John 14:6, 1 Timothy 2:5, Philippians 2:9-11, John 14:13-14, Romans 10:9-10, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Be Transformed: The Call To Repentance And New Life - Acts 2:38 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 9, 2025

Pentecost was not merely a historical event—it was the dawn of a new era. The Holy Spirit descended, Peter preached with boldness, and hearts were pierced. The crowd, convicted, asked, “What should we do?” - Peter’s response is our focus—a divine blueprint for transformation.

Go! And Be Transformed: The Call to Repentance and New Life - Acts 2:38 Acts 2:38 (NLT): Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 3:2, Romans 6:4, Ephesians 1:13, Luke 15:11-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Forget The Lord

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

There are many things in our lives that can lead us to forget about the Lord and how He has blessed us. Moses warned the Israelites about this before they entered the promised land. We must listen to this warning!

Who here has a busy life? I sure can identify with you all. • Right now has been one of the busiest times of my life • I am now a full time college student • If I do all of the homework, I at times have 6-10 hours of homework per week • I am still working up to 20-24 hours ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Task Unfinished Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 9, 2019

We have all we need to finish the task in front of us.

A Task Unfinished Acts 1:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill September 7-8, 2019 Play Gospel Project Video: Acts BTW, a longer version of this video covering the first half of the Book of Acts is available on the “Sermon Extras” tab on the Edgewood app or website. If you don’t have Right Now Media, you’ll need ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Some Things I Want You To Know Before I’m Gone”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 15, 2018

Three things to remember.

“Some Things I want You to Know Before I’m Gone” April 15, 2018 3 John 1-4 “Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well. It gave me great joy when some believers came and testified about your faithfulness to the ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

God Of Restoration

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 24, 2021

Jonah is angry; God helps him to deal with it. God's action is a great example to us in how to help someone who's hurting. We also see how God sometimes speaks to Jonah. We should be aware that God may speak in this way.

Over the past four weeks we’ve been following a series on Jonah. Today we move on to the last chapter in the book of Jonah and the last talk in our series. Since some of you haven’t been with us as we’ve gone through the book of Jonah, I’d like to fill you in on what’s been happening. The prophet ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get More Out Of The Church Service

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 10, 2020

Most people like bargains. Getting the most for the least amount invested. The same should be true of the time spent in our church services.

Most people like bargains. Getting the most for the least amount invested. The same should be true of the time spent in our church services. At the best, the actual time in church could not be over four hours a week, unless you are involved in the ministry of this church. Often people tell me the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Some Of The Ways I Can Avoid Acting, Speaking, Or Reacting Impulsively?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others.

1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others. James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."(James 1:19) 2. Carefully consider the long-term effects of any impulsive behavior. Solomon wrote, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Second Coming Of Jesus.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 12, 2004

That must have been some site for the disciples as they stood on the Mount of Olives to see our Lord ascend into heaven before their very eyes.

The second coming of Jesus. acts 1:9 -- 11. 07/04/04 Today we want to talk about the second coming of our Lord Jesus found in acts chapter 1. That must have been some site for the disciples as they stood on the Mount of Olives to see our Lord ascend into heaven before their very eyes. Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Awesome Power Of Expectation

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 2, 2015

Expectation is the breeding ground for miracles. Remember how you were the night before Christmas or your Birthday you are excited, filled with anticipation.

“The Awesome Power of Expectation” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- Let us all take a trip back to our childhood for a moment. Remember how you were the night before Christmas or your Birthday you are excited, filled with anticipation, super exhilarated to the point that you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:2-5

Denomination: Apostolic