Sermons on Stephen:

The Beginning And The End Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 25, 2020

Jesus said He was the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End, the 1st and the Last. What does that mean for us and how can that change our lives?

Back in 2008, there was a surprise best selling book entitled: “Not Quite What I Had Planned - 6-Word Memoirs by Writers Famous & Obscure” Notice the first SIX words of the title. “Not Quite What I Had Planned.” The book essentially asked people to sum up their lives in 6 words. Amongst ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saul Of Tarsus' Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 4, 2016

To establish that Saul of Tarsus’ conversion followed the New Testament’s “pattern of conversion,” as depicted in the Book of Acts. This lesson dispels the false notion that Saul was saved on the road to Damascus rather than in the city three days later.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Saul's Clash with Christ 2. Saul's Call by Christ 3. Saul's Conversion to Christ Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: "Saul of Tarsus' Conversion." What will be evident in this lesson is that Saul's conversion ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Eyes Opened To The Law Of God

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on May 28, 2003

The term ‘law’ is used in various senses in the Bible. Sometimes it means that which was written on the two tables of stone; sometimes the ceremonial law given to Israel by God through Moses; sometimes the five books of Moses in distinction from the books

THE EYES OPENED TO THE LAW OF GOD “Open Thou mine eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law.” Psalm 119:18. In this discourse I shall show — I. IN WHAT SENSE THE TERM LAW IS USED IN THE TEXT. II. THE MEANING OF THE REQUEST — “OPEN THOU MINE EYES.” III. WHAT IS IMPLIED IN MAKING THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fly High - Acts Part 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006

The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary things for the Kingdom of God. He influenced important people for the Kingdom of God because of his devotion to the Lord and to ministry.

“Fly High” – Acts part 6 Video Illustration: For the 4th of July – also a soldiers story about the power of the Gospel in a Battle zone. Pray for our Country and for the soldiers oversees. Thesis: The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses And The Spirit Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 4, 2015

Moses is overwhelmed with the pressure of leading the Israelites and God places the Spirit on Him onto 70 others to carry the load.

Series: Soul Care and the Holy Spirit Opening Video: Jim Cymbala interview by CBN – The Holy Spirit (5 min). Testimony of the power of the Holy Spirit: Hand out his books to people in church as a gift for ones who give a testimony to the power of the HS! Series: Soul Care and the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Light Of His Presence-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 10, 2020

The remarkable conversion of Saul, in which he put his faith in the Savior he had been so viciously persecuting, unfolds in five phases: 1) Contact (Acts 9:3), 2) Conviction (Acts 9:4), 3) Conversion (Acts 9:5), 4) Consecration (Acts 9:6–8), and 5) Communion (Acts 9:9).

Acts 9:1-9 [1] But Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest [2] and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. [3] Now as he went ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Other

The Holy Spirit’s Favorite Verse: Unpacking Psalm 110:1-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 18, 2025

How can you sleep at night when the world is on fire? This psalm provides a pillow to rest your head on in times of chaos and fear.

Psalms 110:1-7 Of David. A Psalm. 1 Yahweh says to my Lord: "Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet." 2 Yahweh will extend your mighty scepter from Zion; you will rule in the midst of your enemies. 3 Your people will be willing on the day of your power, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-3

How To 'face' The Challenges Of Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 23, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF LIFE AND EXHORTS US TO HAVE A 1. STRONG FACE 2. VICTORIOUS FACE 3. UNASHAMED FACE 4. RECEIVING FACE 5. HAPPY FACE 6. SHINING FACE 7. SEEING FACE

HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF LIFE ************************************************ OUTLINE 1. STRONG FACE 2. VICTORIOUS FACE 3. UNASHAMED FACE 4. RECEIVING FACE 5. HAPPY FACE 6. SHINING FACE 7. SEEING FACE THE MESSAGE HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do When Painted Into A Corner

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 1, 2004

A sermon that uses the situation where Moses is between the Egyptian army and the red sea to extract biblical principles for us who find ourselves in difficult situations.

Painted into a corner. Many of you will be familiar with the cartoon picture of a person who paints the floor of a room and paints himself into a corner where there is no window or door. So the painter is surrounded by wet paint on all sides and no exit on the others. A modern saying that fits ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Really Counts Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Oct 12, 2004

Love is eternally excellent.

WHAT REALLY COUNTS I Corinthians 13:8-13 S: Love C: Love is eternal Th: Live the Difference Pr: LOVE IS ETERNALLY EXCELLENT. ?: How? How do we know? KW: Explanations TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 13:8-13 four explanations why love is eternally excellent. The _____ explanation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

7 Habits Of Welcoming Churches Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on May 10, 2004

God expects his people to welcome both the weak in faith and the strong.

One of my fond childhood experiences is that of watching my mother work in the kitchen preparing to bake cookies, cakes, or cinnamon rolls. With her apron on she would take the ingredients and mix them, sometimes with my help, and then put them into a pan or on a cookie sheet and put them into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

God's Christmas G.i.f.t.

Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 19, 2003

God’s gift was sent at Christ’s birth. Sermon is organized around an acronym (G.I.F.T.) which describes the gift of salvation.

The First Gift Rev. Sean Lester December 21, 2003 morning service Text: Ephesians 2:1-10 Introduction A. What do you get the person who has absolutely nothing? The answer is anything practical would be a blessing. For instance, when a young couple gets married, they often begin their lives ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts: Part 2 Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 16, 2006

God still uses the “manifestation gifts” to build up his church. Every Christian should be aware and desirous of these gifts from God.

We’re going to spend some time today talking about 9 of those gifts and how God wants to use them in the body – but I was reminded by my “mouse problem” that we must be connected to the giver of the gifts – the Holy Spirit – in order to be able to make use of his gifts. God wants to use each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Thing

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

Devotion to Christ

ONE THING We have said it many times and a lot of ways: You will never know real peace in your life without accepting Jesus Christ as Lord. In his book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey coined the phrase, “The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

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