Sermons on Peter And Cornelius:

When Peter Got Hungry

Contributed by Kyle Blanton on May 3, 2010

Preached for an Associational Revival with a theme of "Reclaiming the Vision".

There is a poem entitled “A Prayer For the Future”: Disturb us, Lord, when we are too well pleased with ourselves, when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little, when we arrive safely because we have sailed too close to the shore. Disturb us, Lord, when with the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

Instant Obedience!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 18, 2014

‘Please tell me what to do’ should be our motto and not ‘who are you to tell me what to do!’ Are you listening?

What Gives You the Right to Tell Me How to Live My Life? Acts 10: 33”So I sent to you immediately, and you have done well to come. Now therefore, we are all present before God, to hear all the things commanded you by God." Cornelius was the first gentile to be baptized in the Bible! Now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:30-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Stubborn Are We? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 16, 2009

How stubborn are we as a fellowship? Are we going to continue to stand in God’s way? Or are we going to join Him in reaching this community with His forgiveness, love and salvation? Are you ready and willing to serve Christ “outside” your comfort zone? Pe

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 13, 2009 Date Preached: May 17, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Are We Ready to Love – Reaching Out? Sermon Title: How Stubborn Are We? Sermon Text: Acts 10:1-48 (ESV) entire chapter 28 And he said to them, "You ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

Into The Face Of Trouble

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

Peter had received the call to go and visit a Gentile, so off he went. This doesn’t mean he didn’t have misgivings, but he went anyway. And so should we.

Passage: Acts 10:23b-48 Intro: “Chuck Yeager story” found on SermonCentral.com about Chuck Yeager, in a sermon on this passage by Brian Atwood. In it, Chuck Yeager discovers why a certain plane he was testing continued to crash after a certain manuever. A bolt that was designed to be placed head ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Surveillance Cameras

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 27, 2022

God's eyes are like surveillance cameras, He is watching your words, your actions, your priorities, the friends you move with, the joints you frequent, the food you eat, your thoughts, your clothes, everything is scanned - accordingly you will be rewarded.

Surveillance cameras Acts 10:33 "So I sent for you immediately, and you have been kind enough to come. Now then, we are all here present before God to hear all that you have been commanded by the Lord." An angel stood before Cornelius in shining garments! The Angel gave Cornelius all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peter’s Mother In Law Healed, Plus Others Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 8, 2017

There are those who claim that Peter never married, but these verses prove that he did. Evidentially, he took Jesus home for dinner, but when they got there, his mother-in-law was sick with a fever. Jesus touched her and she was healed at that instant,

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 27- Capernaum Peter’s Mother in Law Healed, Plus Others (Isaiah 53:4) Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:24-34, Luke 4:38-41 Jesus' healing of Peter's mother-in-law is found in three of the gospels; only John omitted telling the story, but according to Mark 1:29 (see below), ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:24-34, Luke 4:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Peter: From Galilee To Glory

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 1, 2007

Peter met Jesus the Christ by the sea of Galilee and his life was never the same. He grew to be the most prominent disciple in the gospels and the first half of the book of Acts.

Peter, from Galilee to Glory God has chosen to reveal Jesus to us in many ways in the Bible. From both Old and New Testaments Jesus is revealed to us. We can see him all the way through. Today, let’s see how we can see Jesus’ impact on the life of one of his most prominent followers in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From A Good Man Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

The example of Cornelius

Acts 10 - 4/2/17 Turn with me this morning to Acts 10.  M, M, L, J, Acts - the 5th book in the NT.  We have been looking at this book that is a transitional book in the bible - taking us from the earthly ministry of Jesus as presented in the gospels - then Acts tells us how the gospel, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed By Christ

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Aug 15, 2022

Many people who do not know the way to salvation are kept from hearing the gospel because of the prejudice of certain believers. As God's people, we need to be renewed by Christ so we can love people as God loves people.

“TRANSFORMED BY CHRIST” ACTS 10:24-48 This Summer, we have watched the early church grow from its birth on the Day of Pentecost when 3,000 people were saved. In Acts 4, 5,000 more people come to faith in Christ as Savior as the church enjoys its fellowship together. But, then come trouble. One ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-48

Denomination: Baptist

Peters Great Escape Series

Contributed by Eric Olson on Mar 7, 2002

Peter was freed from prison because the church prayed. This sermon covers six key points about prayer,discusses its importance,and follows with a 7 question quiz to examine our own prayer life.

Sermon Title: PETERS GREAT ESCAPE Sermon Series: P.O.W.E.R. Main Script: Philippians 4:6 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Other Scripture Studied: Acts 12:1-19, John 5:14 Talk about Peters great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go And Tell Peter

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

PETER’S STATE OF MIND AND SPIRIT.

I. PETER’S STATE OF MIND AND SPIRIT. A. HE HAD BOASTED AND HAD BOLDLY AVOWED HIS UNFAILING ALLEGIANCE TO CHRIST. 1. MATTHEW 26:33, 35 "PETER ANSWERED AND SAID UNTO HIM, THOUGH ALL MEN SHALL BE OFFENDED BECAUSE OF THEE, YET WILL I NEVER BE OFFENDED... PETER SAID UNTO HIM, THOUGH I SHOULD DIE WITH ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

It's Peter On The Line Series

Contributed by Peter Mclewin on Mar 14, 2002

The real miracle was greater than the catch of fish; Jesus had captured Peter’s heart.

Hats off to Luke for bringing his readers exclusive coverage of this great story. Jesus had attracted a crowd eager to hear a Word from God. When the Word of God is spoken with clarity, passion and conviction, it always draws a crowd. Gennesaret, the Sea of Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Restored Peter Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 17, 2002

Consider your real love for God! Does it lead you to an unwavering commitment to follow him completely?

Introduction: Jesus has a way like no one else at getting our attention. He will do whatever it takes to draw us close to himself throughout our journey through this life. Right there on the beach, Jesus led Peter through an experience that remove his former cloud of denial and cause Peter to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Last Words Of Peter Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 21, 2003

These are the last recorded words of Peter. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

"But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen." Before the great apostle says his final amen he reminds his readers about growth, grace and knowledge. GROWTH - a command for the Christ-follower, not an option. As many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Fishing Expedition

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jan 30, 2003

God placed a calling upon Peter’s life that never left him---even when he tried to leave the calling.

INTRODUCTION: Before the Lord Jesus had called Simon Peter to be a disciple he was a successful fisherman. Now, after the events recorded in chapters 18, 19 and 20, he returns to his first love. Some Bible scholars have suggested that he did this as a result of discouragement and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist