Sermons on Stephen:

Why Are We Here? Pt 1 Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 23, 2002

There appears to be the themes of persecution in verses 1-3 and evangelism in verses 4-8. But I want to suggest that this entire passage is primarily all about evangelism!

WHY ARE WE HERE? pt 1 Acts 8:1-8 Introduction Two elderly couples were enjoying conversation when one of the men asked the other, ‘Fred, how was the memory clinic you went to last month?’ ‘Outstanding, they taught us all the latest psychological techniques: visualisation, association, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm In An Unsettled Day

Contributed by Larry Jones on Feb 27, 2001

The world needs us to be stronger than ever.

Acts 6:7-10, 7:46-60 Standing Firm In An Unsettled Day Here we see a man of God set up in His work serving God. He stood and preached, witnessed, was a defender of the faith, even to the point of death Some would say, "what a pastor", "he was a great evangelist", "If he lived today he would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7-10, Acts 7:46-60

Denomination: Baptist

Servants Of Tables (Acts 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 17, 2025

What is a ministry? Let's look at Acts 6.

As the church grew, was there a need to create a ministry for physical tasks? How was this fulfilled? Did opposition continue? Let’s look at Acts 6. Was there a need for seven men to serve in a diaconate or ministry of physical duties? What were the initial qualifications for this role? What two ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Should Mean Everything To Us.

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

While we are comfortable in our homes and pews there are people around the world who are suffering and dying for the sake of the gospel. This should embolden us to preach the gospel ever more.

I. Stephen’s death seems to instigate the persecution of the church. A. The stoning was likely illegal. B. It was a result of the crowd’s emotions being stirred up. C. It seems to have emboldened Saul carry out his persecution of the church. II. The church persecuted. A. This portion of this verse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Division Of Labor And Promotion Of Faith Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 27, 2011

The smallest work for God requires and depends not on personal charisma but on the Holy Ghost if we desire to bring glory to God

"And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lesson 41: Preach A Fight Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 24, 2018

Preach a sermon that attacks evil or heresy

Lesson Goal Learn how to preach a sermon that attacks an evil or other inadequacy. Lesson Intro Stephen the martyr's sermon was a fight. It was an attack on stubborn and disobedient religion that resists the Holy Spirit. It cost him his life. Lesson Plan We are going to examine the sermon of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Remembrances

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 12, 2009

What to remember about the celebration of Easter

EASTER SUNDAY 2009 “RESURRECTION REMEMBRANCES” LUKE 24:1-8 OPEN Do you ever have trouble with your memory? I heard about a preacher and his family who went on vacation one summer. They had determined that they would be in church on Sunday but when they got to their destination, they found ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persecution Vs The Insuppressible, Irresistable Gospel Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 8, 2011

The gospel and the Holy Ghost combination is unstoppable and will be victorious over all obstacles.

Acts 8 General outline 1. Introduction of Saul's exploits against the church 2. The result of persecutions against the church 3. Philip's ministry in Samaria 4. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost 5. Simon (the sorcerer) vs Simon (Peter) 6. Christ's Ambassador meets Ethiopia's Secretary of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

St. Paul - From Terrorist To Evangelist

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 3, 2011

A talk focusing on the life of St. Paul, but particularly his life as a religious terrorist, and his conversion to becoming a follower of Christ. God can change anyone, including you.

The Vicar wrote to a parishioner, “Be honest. Do you think I should put more fire into my sermons?” The reply said, “No. I suggest you do just the opposite!” In our Bible reading Stephen is preaching a fiery sermon a few months after the death and resurrection of Jesus. The church was growing but ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

What Jesus Touches, He Changes. Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 24, 2016

His name had been Saul, but that - along with his entire life - was changed when he met Jesus. What changed him and what can we learn from his experience?

OPEN: There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day her preacher noticed how proud she seemed to be of her pretty cross, and said to her, “Honey, don't you know that the cross Jesus died on wasn't beautiful like the one you're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:3-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul Sees The Lord Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 31, 2017

It was a little more difficult to preach in Samaria, because of the ancient traditions and prejudices of long standing which were expressed in the familiar words, “Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans” (John 4:9).

February 26, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Lesson III.B.1: Paul Sees the Lord (9:1-9) Scripture 1 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, 2 And desired of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of A New Life Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 9, 2020

This is the 20th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#20] THE BEGINNING OF A NEW LIFE Acts 9:19-30 Introduction: Some things are hard to believe. Last week we saw that… * Saul had a difficult time believing in Jesus. It had been his mission to utterly destroy those that believed in Jesus. * Saul changed his mind when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God When I Hurt? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 22, 2012

Does God care when His people suffer? Does He desert them in their sorrow? A message to encourage the suffering saint by redirecting our gaze to the Master in our sorrow.

“As they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ And when he had said this, he fell asleep. “And Saul approved of his execution. “And there arose on that day a great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Uses Evil For Good Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2023

Three progressive features show "How God uses Evil for Good", describing: 1) Persecution (Act 8:1–3), which stems from 2) Preaching (Acts 8:4-7), which results in 3) Productivity (Acts 8:8).

Acts 8:1-8. [8:1] And Saul approved of his execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. [2] Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation over him. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Other

Faith That Is Pleasing To God

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 19, 2002

To have a faith that obeys. To have A faith that doesn’t question God

Faith that is pleasing to God I. Have a faith that obeys. / To have A faith that doesn’t question God Do you just know sometimes it’s the Lord speaking but you JUST need More? Abraham’s faith / Isaac’s sacrifice Gen 22:1-3, 6-12 Abraham’s faith meant implicit obedience. A. - He didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational