Sermons on Philip In Samaria:

God Hates Racism

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Nov 22, 2021

God hates sin. Racism is sin, and a Christian must hate what God hates, therefore a Christian cannot be a racist.

GOD HATES RACISM TEXT: GALATIANS 3:27-29 INTRODUCTION: A racist is someone who believes that a person’s race is the fundamental determinant of human traits and abilities and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of one particular race over another. In his letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Blessing In A Persecuting World

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 13, 2022

A sermon about the blessings and woes found in the Sermon on the Plain, with particular focus on the persecution of Christians today.

The Sixth Sunday After Epiphany February 13, 2022 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Luke 6: 17-26 Finding Blessing in a Persecuting World In our gospel lesson, Jesus says to us today, Vv. 22-23 “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you and revile you and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Chasing The Wind - The Great Adventure

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 23, 2008

he book of Acts is about “Chasing the Wind” (Holy Spirit) and living the great adventure

Chasing the Wind -Living the Great Adventure- Acts 1:4-8, Acts 2:1-2 The book of Acts is about “Chasing the Wind” and living the great adventure. The author of the book of Acts was Luke the physician. He wrote to Theophilus, a Gentile official who became a Christian through the influence of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Evangelize On Purpose Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 5, 2021

"Evangelism is the ultimate goal of the kingdom focused church, and everything the church does has to contribute one way or another to reaching that goal. It’s also true that church growth without evangelism is impossible" - Gene Mims

This morning we’ll be viewing the purpose of “evangelism.” So, what is evangelism? In his book, The Kingdom Focused Church, Gene Mims (a former President of LifeWay Christian Resources) defines evangelism as “the process of sharing the gospel with the lost and winning them to Christ, thereby ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:46-53

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Guide You Into All Truth (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 10, 2020

To establish that God has provided for seekers of faith: the pattern of conversion to Christ. It was given to the world through the revelation of the Holy Spirit, beginning on the Day of Pentecost. This lesson describes the work of the Holy Spirit, in the dispensation of grace.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. He Will Guide You into All Truth Remarks. 1. This is the second lesson, in this sermon-series entitled: “The Pattern of Conversion.” Recall, Jesus said to them: “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-15, John 8:31-36, Acts 20:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blind Man

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010

A message to encourage men to use what they have to the glory of God.

THE BLIND MAN Mark 10:46-52 By Cleavon Matthews June 2004 INTRODUCTION The significant city of Jerusalem is the destination. On the pathway to this pericope of passion is the historic ‘city of Palm trees’ Jericho. This is not the original city of the Old Testament. It is two ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

Teaching Series that looks at the current role of the Holy Spirit on earth and within the church.

Understanding the Holy Spirit LESSON ONE I. Who Is the Holy Spirit? A. The Holy Spirit is more than an “experience.” 1) The Holy Spirit is not an “it.” 2) The Holy Spirit is a person and He has a Personality. B. Jesus never referred to the Holy Spirit as just a ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Caution: Restoring New Testament Evangelism Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

This lesson examines what the Bible means when it talks about evangelism and then compares this to what we see being called "evangelism" today. Have we redefined evangelism to ease our consciences?

Introduction Our first lesson was a reminder of our mission. We have been given the green light to evangelize by the Lord, and this mission was given to each and every Christian, not just a select few. Each one of us are called by God to “love our neighbor as ourselves” and to have an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hello, My Name Is... Series

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Feb 29, 2024

The Testimony of Lazarus Today I would like to focus on the Power of a Testimony. Today, I would like to look at Lazarus, we will call him the Witness of Christ.

Hello, my name is... The Testimony of Lazarus. Key verse: Mark 5:19, “... Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee.” Text: John 12:9-11 (9) Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Mark 5:19, Romans 10:8-17, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

People Need The Lord! Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 17, 2002

This sermon determines to move people towards evangelism in a purposeful way.

People Need the Lord! Acts 8:26-40 May 19, 2002 Intro: [Preparation: Put a board of some type in front of the sanctuary with a sign on the top that says, "People Need the Lord" and put three post-it notes in each bulletin. A. [Unbelievably Good Gospel, Citation: Ken Taylor, New Orleans, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

12 Ordinary Men - Phillip - Fill In The Blank Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 6, 2012

This is the fill in the blank for the Bible study of Phillip from 12 Ordinary Men. See also notes from the Bible Study found in the series of sermons here.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. This is the fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary Men Philip – the Bean Counter Philip ...read more

Scripture: John 6:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Take Your Show On The Road

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Feb 26, 2001

We know God has called us to show the love of Jesus to our community. Now, we discover how God calls us to take this show on the road!

An Anatomy of a Call A Reader’s Theater Rendering of Acts 8: 26-39 Reader 1 (A male voice) Reader 2 (A female voice) Reader 3 (A male voice) Reader 4 (A female voice) The Minstrel (MIN) Reader 1: Then an angel of the Lord spoke to Phillip. Reader 2: Go south to the road--the desert ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are The Odds? (Seeker, Servant, Savior)

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Jan 15, 2009

How a seeker, a servant, and a Savior all came together.

11/16/08 What are the Odds? (Seeker, Servant, Savior) Ac 8:26 And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert. Ac 8:27 And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Phillip Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

A biographical sketch of Phillip

“PHILIP” TEXT: JOHN 1:43-46, JOHN 6:1-7 Sunday, March 7, 2004 We are on a twelve week series on the disciples if you are visiting with us. We are walking through Lent with those who walked with Jesus, learning the lessons they learned in their lives, how God encountered them, discovering their ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Influential Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 10, 2018

Peter's influence on the early church cast a long shadow for good.

Introduction: A. There is a Peanuts cartoon that shows Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown and she says, “Guess what, Chuck? It was just the first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” 1. Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16, Acts 9:32-42, Acts 5:1-11, Acts 9:9-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ