Sermons on the early church:

Ushering In A New Era Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

The Book of Acts provides us with a blueprint of living as Dr. Luke presents the beginning of the early church.

Tonight we begin a journey to explore the unfinished work of Jesus Christ as the pages of Acts unroll before us. From the infant stages of the early church to our contemporary existence today, the work of the Kingdom of God is still actively being finished. This is an exciting adventure we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Things Common

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Nov 11, 2007

Take a look at the early church and some of the amazing, and not so amazing, believers that God worked through.

All Things Common Acts Chapter 4:32-5:11 We are continuing on in our study of the early church as it is revealed to us in the Book of Acts, and I have really enjoyed just spending some time with these incredible examples and fantastic followers of Christ! The early church was not perfect, they ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Detainment, Delivery, And Denial

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Jan 27, 2008

Watch how the power of God moves in such a way that the early church can barely believe their eyes!

Detainment, Delivery, and Denial Acts Chapter 12:1-16 We are continuing in the Book of Acts today – looking at chapter 12 where we are going to see a roller-coaster ride in the life of one Apostle Peter. Really God is doing some amazing things in the life of His followers – the gospel is now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparation For Explosion Ii Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 24, 2007

Exposition of Acts 1:6-11 about God preparing the disciples for the explosion of the early church

Text: Acts 1:6-11, Title: Preparation for Explosion II, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/22/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Liken God to preparing for a big party or event, maybe talk about the preparation for Mackenzie’s party B. Background to passage: After Luke’s introduction, in verse 6 he transitions to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Witnessing To Christ

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 22, 2017

The reason that the Early Church was able to preach the Gospel is because the Holy Spirit fell on them at Pentecost.

THE ETERNAL GOD AND THE BREVITY OF LIFE Psalm 90 Psalm 90:1. It is remarkable that the children of Israel survived 400 years in Egypt, and for some of that time under unspeakable oppression. Yet despite their hard labour and sorrow, the LORD had been their dwelling place “from generation to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-32

Denomination: Anglican

Worthy Traits Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

This is the first look at the early church. And these verses show us the traits that characterized the daily lives of believers.

As we travel along through the Book of Acts, we come to verse 41-47 in chapter 2. This is the first look at the early church. And these verses show us the traits that characterized the daily lives of believers. Here they are in a nutshell and then we will look at them a little closer. 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of James – The Brother Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

James, the brother of Jesus, transformed from a skeptic into one of the most influential leaders of the early church.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JAMES – THE BROTHER OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:1 "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting." Supporting Texts: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Acts 15:13-21, 1 Corinthians 15:7, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1, Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Acts 15:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

All Things In Common

Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 1, 2008

The pressures of persecution brought the early Church closer together and closer to God. If we allow the pressures of our life to be redeemed by God then they will draw us closer as well!

All Things In Common, Acts 2:38-47 Introduction It happened at the noonday luncheon of the local Rotary. The dishes had been cleared away, and the meeting had been called to order. After the reception of new members and the introduction of visitors, the chairman asked who of those present ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Believers In Fellowship.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 19, 2021

Believer and fellowship go hand n hand. The early church gained momentum because of fellowship. Remember, Jesus ordained the body as His living-breathing believers...

Believers In Fellowship. Acts 2:37-47NKJV Believer and fellowship go hand n hand. The early church gained momentum because of fellowship. Remember, Jesus ordained the body as His living-breathing believers. Jesus also clarified, that the gates of hell shall not prevail against His church—His body. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ingredients Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

Last week I shared my vision for this church..and that vision centered on a belief in the supernatural power of God. I shared how the early church was comprised of believers who not only heard about...but actually experienced the full gospel...with signs

THE INGREDIENTS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH ACTS 2:1; AMOS 3:3 Last week I shared my vision for this church..and that vision centered on a belief in the supernatural power of God. I shared how the early church was comprised of believers who not only heard about...but actually experienced the full ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

The Council Of Chalcedon Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 30, 2014

Considered by many to be the last Ecumenical Council, how did the Council of Chalcedon affect the history of the early church and begin the rift which would ultimately become the Great Schism in 1054.

Church History: Examining the Creeds and Confessions of the Church Through the Ages and Why They Matter. Lesson 5: The Council of Chalcedon So far, in our study of church history we have seen: An overview of the last 2,000 years of church history. The creeds which are found within the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephen’s Witness To The Jews, And Ours

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2009

We need to consider the early Church’s message to their elder brothers, the Jews, and our attitude of love for them today.

December 26, 2009 St. Stephen, protomartyr Once the Church of the first decade accepted the reality that the scandalous execution of the Messiah, Jesus, was really the beginning of the transformation of man into the obedient child of God, a new scandal occupied their attention. And so, with the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Authentic Life Part 4 - James 2: Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Aug 19, 2010

James is a no nonsense leader of the early church. His letter speaks to specific issues, and those issues are still in the church today.

Study of James: Wisdom and Practical Christian Living JAMES 1: 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. The Book of James is probably the oldest book of the New ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Authentic Life Part 5 - James 2: 16-26 Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Aug 19, 2010

James is a no nonsense leader in the early church. His letter speaks to specific issues in the church, those issues still exist.

Study of James: Wisdom and Practical Christian Living The Book of James is probably the oldest book of the New Testament, written perhaps as early as A.D. 45, before the first council of Jerusalem in A.D. 50. James was martyred in approximately A.D. 62, according to the historian Josephus. James ...read more

Scripture: James 2:15-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Authentic Life Part 6 - James 3:1-12 - Tattle Tale Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Aug 19, 2010

James was a no nonsense leader of the early church. His letter was written to specific issues in the church, those issues exist today.

Study of James: Wisdom and Practical Christian Living The Book of James is probably the oldest book of the New Testament, written perhaps as early as A.D. 45, before the first council of Jerusalem in A.D. 50. James was martyred in approximately A.D. 62, according to the historian Josephus. James ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal