Sermons on Pauls Concern:

Ananias Sent To Saul

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

Ananias is here ordered to go and look after him, to heal and help him; for he that causeth grief will have compassion.

Ananias is here ordered to go and look after him, to heal and help him; for he that causeth grief will have compassion. A native of Damascus; for it is said <Acts 22:12> that he had a good report of all the Jews who dwelt there, as a devout man according to the law; he had lately embraced the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devil In Disguise

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 20, 2004

Once again the Bible is a wonderful commentary on the practical struggles of the Christian life. Tonight we want to look at the activity of Satan, as he attempts to thwart the efforts of saints. We see this clearly in the character of a fellow named Bar

THE DEVIL IN DISGUISE A Look At Those Who Thwart the Ministry of the Saints! INTRODUCTION: Once again the Bible is a wonderful commentary on the practical struggles of the Christian life. Tonight we want to look at the activity of Satan, as he attempts to thwart the efforts of saints. We see ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Our Mission Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Nov 5, 2004

This series is based on A. M. Hills book "Holiness in the Book of Romans."

This is, in essence, Paul’s mission statement. Mission statements are wildly popular today. A. The Spirit PROMISED Joel, “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh” (2:28). Isaiah 44:3 “For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Servant

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

In the opening verses of this letter Paul introduces himself to the believers in Rome. When he wrote this letter he had never been to Rome, so naturally he gave a brief description of himself and his special status in the church.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: John Kenneth Galbraith, in his autobiography, A Life in Our Times, illustrates the devotion of Emily Gloria Wilson, his family’s housekeeper: “It had been a wearying day, and I asked Emily to hold all telephone calls while I had a nap. Shortly thereafter the phone rang. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 20, 2004

One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked this earth.

One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked on this earth. It happened when a man named Saul met our Lord on the road to Damascus. Who was Saul of Tarsus? 1. He was a faithful Jew. (Philippians 3:4-6) He was a member of the proud tribe of Benjamin, one of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can't Unscramble Eggs

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 23, 2001

You can’t change your past. But you can take that past and go forward for Christ.

Title: “You can’t unscramble egg’s” Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-16 ETS: Despite his past, God saved and used Paul. ESS: Despite your past, God can save and He can use you. OSS: I want my people to be saved and used by God. Probing Question: Why doesn’t our past matter? U.W. Reasons Transitional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Presenting Arms: Embrace For Life Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 1, 2001

Incredible numbers of people are falling, and we have contributed by pushing them to the edge and failing to listen. But at the Lord’s Table we see the embracing arms of Christ and are empowered to lift the fallen and give them life.

Those of you who were in my Vacation Bible School class know what happened – the class was supposed to run from 7:15 until 9:00 each night. At 8:57, what did I say? Something like: I know you have to go, but there are just a couple more points I want to make. And so, at a few minutes after 9, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Excellent Examples

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 17, 2001

And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost: So that ye were ensamples to all that believe in Macedonia and Achaia.

---------------------------------- 1Th 1:1-7 Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians [which is] in God the Father and [in] the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace [be] unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. We give thanks to God always for you all, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul Views Of Persecution And Power Encounters

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

Paul Views of Persecution and Power Encounters

Paul Views of Persecution and Power Encounters Paul, as many Christian leaders in Africa, have not been strangers to persecution, misunderstandings, and imprisonment for the sake of the truth. Part of the promise of living Godly in Christ Jesus involves abuse. Just as Paul suffered persecution so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:5-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For Demas Hath Forsaken Me

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

There is never a time in a belivers life to quit.

Introduction: This is the last words of this chapter and some of the last words spoken by Paul. There are many characters that surround Paul. He is writting to one of them and writing about another. No doubt that Paul and others had high hopes for Demas. But something happened and now Demas has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10, 2 Timothy 4:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Paul: A High Impact Person, Moving From Success To Significance

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 27, 2000

We all can learn from Biblical characters/scoundrels because they were all thoroughly changed when they encountered God. From the example of Paul we can see how God can change and use us to be "High-Impact People" for Him.

"Paul: A High Impact Person, Moving From Success to Significance" Philippians 3:4-4:1 INTRODUCTION: Remember when you were young, pretending to be someone you admired? I always did this when I played sports. Neighborhood kids would get together, and after we would choose sides, we would then ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Jail Breaks - Part Ii

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 7, 2000

We’re set free to serve.

The year was approximately A.D. 52. Paul was on his second missionary journey and the Holy Spirit had called him and those traveling with him to Macedonea; located just East of Italy and North of the Mediterranean. Their travels took them to Philippi, a Roman colony and one of the leading cities ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-30

Denomination: Orthodox

Misunderstanding Miracles

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 20, 2000

Acts 14:8-20

Sermon 8th August 1999: Acts 14:8-20 Good Evening. They say that if at first you don’t succeed, try and try again; and if at first you havn’t bored the congregation totally rigid, then you get a second chance to come and practice preaching. So we come together in the name of the +Father, the Son ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Power Of Conversion

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 22, 2000

The power of God is revealed in the conversion of Saul

The Power of Conversion Acts 9:1-9 I. Saul’s Mission A. Saul wanted to destroy the church 1. Saul states his threats a.) Saul makes his disgust of the church known b.) Saul designs a plan to eliminate the church 2. Saul was eager to persecute the Christians a.) Saul approached this issue with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

A Journey Of Faith

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 15, 2001

Paul’s conversion experience is an example of how God can reach anyone and use them for His glory.

A Journey of Faith Acts 9: 10-30 INTRODUCTION Paul had encountered Jesus on the Damascus Road. He was left blind from it. He was the archenemy of Christians. Now he needed a friend. God was at work in his life. I. PAUL WAS BEFRIENDED (Acts 9:10-22) A. God asked Annanias to go to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-30

Denomination: Baptist