Sermons on Tarsus:

Turning To God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 13, 2023

What is conversion?

Conversion is turning to God. It is the action accompanying repentance, the outward result of a changed heart, a changed direction, in biblical Greek (epistrophé) a turning about. It is the fruit that John the Baptist demanded (Matthew 3:7-8). Do repentance and conversion go together? Repent ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Successful? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 25, 2019

The dictionary has definitions of success and successful. Being successful in this life is no guarantee one will be successful in the next life!

Preface: The dictionary has a few definitions of success, mostly with the idea of accomplishing something or acquiring something (you either do something or get something you want to do). Jesus has been engaged in teaching and conversation with others (see chapter 11 and 12:1-12) but some of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, Job 1:21, Ecclesiastes 2:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jude Warns About Heresy Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Eight things to keep you straight.

A. INTRODUCTION “Beloved, I was going to write about our common salvation, but it’s necessary that I urge you to contend earnestly for the purity of the faith that was delivered to us. False teacher have sneaked into our church. They claim they live by grace, but their sexual lewdness has ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God’s Plan

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020

Look at this building. This is a beautiful place. Somewhere before every stone and wire and window and wall, there was a plan. Everything here reflects the plans that someone thoughtfully worked through and laid out.

Knowing God’s Plan 1. Acts: 9: 1-6 2. Isaiah 55:8 Plans are important! Look at this building. This is a beautiful place. Somewhere before every stone and wire and window and wall, there was a plan. Everything here reflects the plans that someone thoughtfully worked through and laid out. Others ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-8, Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Philippians Parts 1-4 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 1 – The Man Paul I. Name A. Hebrew Saul—asked for B. Roman – Paul –little II. Birth and Early Life A. Jew—Benjamin (Philippians 3:5) B. Born in Tarsus—capital of Roman province of Cilicia (Acts 22:3) C. Pharisee’s son (Acts 23:6) D. Roman Citizenship – Inherited ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-18, Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Outline For Acts 6:8-15

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 30, 2021

Stephen was a willing worker for the Church in the days of the Apostles. There were some people, including religious leaders, who didn't like him and made plans to do something to him.

An Outline for Acts 6:8-15 Introduction: Stephen was one of the original seven men chosen to assist the apostles (see Acts 6:1-7). He was able to more than just assist in distribution of food, as he performed “great wonders and miracles among the people” and even engaged in dialogue with members ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Lordship Of Christ Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Dec 9, 2016

How the Lordship of Christ helps us have courage to take the gospel to the streets

Sermon text: Acts 9:1-19 Title: To the Streets Introduction Today we are continuing in our series on the Book of Acts and this morning we are looking at Acts 9:1-19. This is the conclusion of our "To the Streets" portion of Acts which runs from chapters 5-9. Let’s begin by reading ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Legalistically Stubborn Paul Experienced Jesus For His Indwelling Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023

The most defining experience of your life will be touching/encountering Jesus.

A. INTRODUCTION: SAUL PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS 1. Saul was a successful failure. He was going to top of the religious ladder. “Paul was better qualified than all the legalists ... the best of all ... born a Jew into the tribe of Benjamin, and circumcised on the eighth day. He spoke Hebrew, kept ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:6, Acts 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

How Could One Solitary Life Have So Much Impact - Christmas Eve

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 24, 2023

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Good Evening, and welcome again to St. John’s Church. And, as you can tell, I love our Christmas Eve Service. The first one at St. John’s was in 1892, 130 years ago. This is only my 5th Christmas here, and I absolutely love how this service paints a picture. It really has a feel to it. As we close ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Divine Visitation And Destiny Revelation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

Divine visitation is heaven’s strategy for revealing and launching men into destiny. When God visits, He does not merely comfort; He commissions. He speaks identity, confirms purpose, and equips for assignment.

DIVINE VISITATION AND DESTINY REVELATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 49:1-6, Judges 6:11-14, Acts 9:3-6, Genesis 12:1-4, Luke 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest benefits of divine visitation is the unveiling of destiny. Many live and die ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 24, 2025

The Holy Spirit is God’s presence in the believer, guiding, empowering, and transforming us into the likeness of Christ for effective Christian living.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:16-17 Key Verse: “But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.” (John 14:26 ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Saw The Light Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

I Saw the Light

Acts 22 v 1 - 21 I Saw the Light 1. The Failure in His Religion - His Defence - He was - A Restrained Man - Verses 1 - 2 A Religous Man - He Speaks of - His Birth - 3 I am verily a man which am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, His Background - yet brought up in this city at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

Saul - Paul Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 7, 2025

The most defining experience of your life will be touching/encountering Jesus.

(All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted). A. INTRODUCTION: SAUL PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS 1. Saul was a successful failure. He was going to top of the religious ladder. “Paul was better qualified than all the legalists . . . the best of all . . . born ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Barrier Of Spiritual Blindness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 16, 2026

This message exposes how spiritual blindness prevents believers from seeing God’s truth, limits faith, and blocks breakthroughs. Breaking this barrier opens eyes to divine revelation, understanding, and God’s purposes.

BREAKING THE BARRIER OF SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 4:4 Key Verse: “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.” (2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Supplanter To Prince Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2026

God transforms flawed individuals into covenant princes when they surrender fully to Him.

FROM SUPPLANTER TO PRINCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 32:24-30 Key Verse: “And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed.” (Genesis 32:28) Supporting Texts: Genesis 25:26; Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God