Sermons on The Jailer At Philippi:

Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 8, 2023

Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we respond in a way that facilitates the work of the Holy Spirit, or will we respond in the flesh, pursuing worthy goals in an unworthy manner? Message examines biblical revelation of how to respond.

Intro Persecution: Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we be prepared and equipped to handle it well? These are questions that naturally arise as we read our text today. It’s found in Matthew 5:10--12: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, Luke 6:22-26, John 3:19-20, 1 Peter 2:1-24, 1 Corinthians 4:11-18, Acts 5:41, Matthew 5:44, 2 Timothy 4:1-6, Matthew 13:1-21, Hebrews 10:26-29, Mark 8:34, 2 Timothy 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

That You May Know Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019

Christians are encourage to KNOW they are eternally secure and from that knowledge continue to the work the works of God for the rest of their lives!

A number of years ago, there was a very mean man who sold wood to his neighbors. He took advantage of them by cutting his logs a few inches short. Everyone grumbled, but he was the only lumberjack and wood splitter in town. One day the report was circulated that the wood-splitter had been ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Life In Three Words

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jan 31, 2007

There are three words that define a Christian’s life no matter their particular testimony: repentance... belief... baptism

INTRODUCTION When Jesus Christ comes into a person¡¦s life, conversion brings changes that may be sudden or gradual. Sometimes, the winds of conversion blow through a person’s life -- mowing down their sins and rebuilding a life of faith in what seem like mere moments. That was definitely the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Baptist

When You’re Shut Up, Don’t Shut Up!

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Mar 27, 2020

What do we do when shut away during coronavirus Covid-19?

When you’re shut up, don’t shut up! Acts 16:16-33 Into Being shut up, is never nice on a long term. We can do it for a while. But we like freedom. We like to walk out. Do things for ourselves. It’s one reason why being in prison is a punishment: Freedom is taken away. Now we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-33

A Simple Plan For Sinful Man

Contributed by Mike Turner on Dec 26, 2003

God has a simple plan for sinful man

A SIMPLE PLAN FOR SINFUL MAN TEXT: ACTS 16:25-31 1. THE ASKING- What took place in this man’s life that brought him to this pivotal point...that he would ask this question. What must I do to be saved ? a.. praying - Paul & Silas were praying...probably praying for their own release and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Different Gates

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 22, 2002

God moves in the hearts of men in many different ways. Consider some "gates" in the new birth experience.

DIFFERENT GATES "And it came about that as he journeyed, he was approaching Damascus, and suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him; and he fell to the ground, and heard a voice saying to him, ’Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me?’ And he said, ’Who art Thou, Lord?’ And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Worship And Deliverance Series

Contributed by David Edison Thella on Aug 26, 2013

worship can bring both spiritual and physical deliverance

Isaiah 6:1-4 NIV v.1 "In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord," King Uzziah is a symbol for pride. When pride died, Isaiah was able to see the Lord. He has been a prophet yet he did not see the Lord before. He prophesied five chapters until now. From here is a different story. We may be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

Don't Lose Your Song

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 13, 2018

What could cause us to lose our song? Imprisonment? Financial setbacks? A major accident? A serious health condition? In the moment of tragedy sorrow is inevitable but what about afterwards? Let's look at some people who sang in 'unsingable' situations.

DON'T LOSE YOUR SONG ARM prison outreach ministries newsletter story, "What would it take to make you lose your song?", by Lester Roloff. "Let me ask you a question. What would it take to make you lose your song? Could you sing in the jail? The Lord taught me to sing in the jail one night. I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:17-26, Acts 16:22-34, Ephesians 5:18-20, Psalm 96:1-6, Colossians 3:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Your Enemies Without Being A Doormat Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 10, 2025

The Bible teaches us to "love our enemies....

The Bible teaches us to "love our enemies" (Matthew 5:44, Luke 6:27-36). However, this doesn't mean allowing them to take advantage of us or harm us without boundaries. In fact, setting boundaries and standing up for ourselves can be a form of love – love for ourselves and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

The Power Of Calling Upon The Name Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 8, 2026

Paul called upon Jesus, and his life was transformed.

Calling upon the name of Jesus is the key to salvation. Acts 2:21 says, "Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." This isn't just about uttering Jesus' name; it's about surrendering to His Lordship and submitting to His authority. What Does It Mean to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Dad: Man Of The Home

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 11, 2006

Three examples for Dads

DAD: Man of the Home Ps 128 INTRO: Top Ten Ways to Intimidate Your Daughter’s Date When He Comes to Pick Her Up: Richard V. obviously hasn’t done any of this. I must have Others listen & learn 10. Sprinkle some dust on your daughter before she leaves. Explain, “It makes fingerprinting easier.” 9. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Ways To Use God's Christmas Gift Part 3 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 13, 2003

The third part of a Christmas series looking at how best to use God’s Christmas gift to us -- IE: Jesus Christ. This message explores another two "uses" -- duplicating the gift and sharing our "insights" about the gift

THE BEST WAYS TO USE GOD’S CHRISTMAS GIFT Part 3 Acts 13:1-3 Acts 13:1-3 In the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch) and Saul. 2While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Valentine's Day Through The Ages

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 28, 2025

Valentine's Day is more than candy and flowers.

Valentine’s Day Through the Ages We celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14th each year. We exchange candy, flowers, cards, and gifts between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. As is often the case, we participate but don’t know why. Let’s consider this ancient Christian and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Must I Do To Be Saved

Contributed by John Baggett on Jul 25, 2003

Straight Forward Salvation- Shows the greatness of Jesus and the simpleness of salvation. Simple enough for the unchurched and powerful enough for the long time Christian

What Must I Do To Be Saved Acts 16:27-34 Turn if you will to Acts 16 With all the religions from Buddhism to Islam to Christianity our world is seemingly covered in a cloud of confusion. When one finds the truth of Christianity... knowing that it is Christ... and Christ alone in which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:27-34, John 4:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism, The Next Step

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 7, 2007

This is a look at the three baptisms mentioned in the New Testament.

November 4, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Mark 1:1-4; Acts 16:25-34; Romans 6:1-4 Subject: Baptism Title: Baptism, The Next Step When your kids were little did they ever play church? I used to love it when our girls did that. I remember Charlotte telling me that she played church as a child with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God