Sermons on People In Acts:

Leave Your Matter In God's Hands | Part Iii Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 5, 2023

God will trouble your troubles today. God defends His people! God stands for His people! He fights the battles of His people.

OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Opening Passage He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 Title LEAVE YOUR MATTERS IN GOD'S HANDS | PART III Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Ref: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, John 1:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Who We Are In Jesus Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 19, 2013

1. We are selected people (vs. 2a) 2. We are sanctified people (vs. 2b) 3. We are sprinkled people (vs. 2c) 4. Sometimes we are suffering people (vs. 6-7) 5. We are saved people (vs. 3-5 & 8-9)

Who We Are in Jesus Christ 1 Peter 1:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 21, 2012 *Most of us are old enough to remember famous actor, Kirk Douglas. He is Michael Douglas’ father. And in his day, Kirk was perhaps more famous than Michael. Kirk Douglas starred in many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas According To The Magi

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 18, 2007

The reactions of Herod, the religious leaders, and the Magi to the birth of Jesus mirror people’s responses to Jesus today.

How “Wise” Are You? True and False Questions about the Wise Men Questions 1. The wise men arrived in Judea after Jesus had been born. 2. The Bible says that there were three wise men. 3. The wise men went directly to Bethlehem when they arrived in Judea. 4. The wise men were kings. 5. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"God's Return On Investment May Not Be The Same As Your 401 (K)"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 1, 2008

A sermon about investing in people.

Matthew 25:31-46 (Reading from The Message) James 2:1-13 Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org “God’s Return on Investment May Not Work the Same as Your 401 (k)” The following is a brief meditation written by Claudia Burney: “Jesus lives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: United Methodist

The Kingdom Of God: "Kingdom Life Is Power”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 23, 2024

Paul said the kingdom of God isn’t in word, but power. The Kingdom of God is where the Kingdom is being manifested in people’s lives that are being changed and brought into alignment with God. This Sunday we’ll look what this power is and isn’t.

The Kingdom of God “Kingdom Life is Power” 1 Corinthians 4:18-20 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32UqfQiFSKI This morning, we’ll be looking at another aspect of the Kingdom of God that's not well understood. Further, these verses we will be exploring, Paul could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:18-20, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 3:5, Acts 17:6, Romans 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Engage The Real Enemy

Contributed by Marlene Dean on Jun 7, 2020

In this divided nation it is essential that God's people understand that satan is the enemy, not other people. It is also imperative that they understand that we, God's people, are in a battle with the forces of evil.

Today we are not going to begin with scripture, because I want you to begin by talking about Strep Throat. Strep Throat: Strep A bacteria Pain in throat/white patches, Fever, stomach ache, chills, fatigue You can treat the symptoms. Gargle with salt water and take pain medication for the sore ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

New Testament Religions

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Aug 15, 2022

It would be an understatement to say that the religious world is in a state of confusion. With hundreds of denominations in this country and thousands of religions worldwide, it’s sufficient to say that many people simply don’t know what’s going on.

Introduction. You likely know that sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:1-2). Therefore, in order to get back to God, we need religion. The word “religion” basically means to “tie or bind back to God again.” This fundamental belief in sin and redemption has fueled the development of many varied ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-14, Acts 26:5, James 1:26, James 1:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Habits The Church Needs

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 25, 2005

Steve Covey wrote a book about the habits of Successful people. The Church needs to have these type of habits. What attracts people to churches, it is habits of people that they find attractive.

Seven Habits Churches Need Romans 15:1 ff RO 15:1 We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. 2 Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 3 For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: "The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Aiming Higher By Stooping Lower

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Apr 15, 2004

Having trouble feeling like serving? Remember, we are more likely more likely to act ourselves into feeling than to feel ourselves into action.

Luke 22:24-27 “Also a dispute arose among them as to which of them was considered to be greatest. Jesus said to them, "The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those who exercise authority over them call themselves Benefactors. But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Dirty Rags

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jan 10, 2003

"All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags! (Isa 64:6).

Do you have chores to do at home, you know, jobs to help in the house? When I was busy at work in the office, I didn’t have too much spare time but when I retired my wife soon found me some jobs. I had to take a crash course in cleaning the silver. The trouble with silver is that it soon gets ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Cannot Be Defeated Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 17, 2011

Acts 12 records another attempt of Satan to defeat God and his plan for the church. However, God cannot be defeated. This sermon explains why.

* Concept of being undefeated: a rare occurrence - Only 1 NFL team; 7 NCAA basketball teams; no NBA or MLB teams * Being undefeated symbolizes that no one was able to be better, play harder, or accomplish more * It's practically impossible to always be undefeated: the longer you play, the less ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: Hope For Troubled Times (3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

The third in a series on the life of Joseph, this three-point expository sermon reveals that Joseph tended, toiled, and trusted while waiting in prison for God to act.

Joseph: Hope for Troubled Times (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/1/2014 ILL. Before James Garfield became President of the United States, he was the principle of Hiram College in Ohio. One day, an affluent father once asked him if a particular course of study could be ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Martyr-Witnesses To The Truth About Human Sexuality Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 1, 2013

It is not an act of love to tell those who are committing grave sin that their actions are OK. We must respect human dignity like the Ugandan martyrs.

Monday of 9th Week in Course 2013 Gaudium et Spes The setting of the Book of Tobit, one of the inspired books of Scripture that came to us only in Greek, is of an exiled family in a land with an oppressive government, one that enforced laws prohibiting certain practices of the Jewish faith. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Breaking The Stronghold Of Sin Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 17, 2025

Sin, though often seen as a mere act, is a powerful stronghold that can dominate and enslave a person, holding them captive to destructive behaviors and mindsets.

Title: BREAKING THE STRONGHOLD OF SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:12-14 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Galatians 5:16, James 4:7 INTRODUCTION: Sin, though often seen as a mere act, is a powerful stronghold that can dominate and enslave a person, holding them captive to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-14, Galatians 5:16, James 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Justification

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 31, 2025

Justification is one of the most profound doctrines of the Christian faith. It is the divine act by which God declares a sinner righteous on the basis of faith in Jesus Christ.

JUSTIFICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." – Romans 5:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 3:24, Galatians 2:16, Titus 3:7, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9 INTRODUCTION Justification is one of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God