Sermons on Trial Of Paul:

An Apostle Of Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2015

A review of Paul's introduction to his second letter to Timothy informs us of the Apostle's view of his call and service.

“Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God according to the promise of the life that is in Christ Jesus…” [1] Reading Paul’s letters, I’m always struck by his introductions. With the exception of his missives to the Philippian saints, the Letters to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Saul Meets Stephen Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 22, 2014

This is the beginning of sermon series based on the travels of Paul, and there is no place to begin like the beginning.

It would appear that he had everything going for him. He was one of the leaders of the early church. He was a person of influence and integrity and he had the respect and honour of his colleagues and peers. Think about it, how would you like to be described as “a person full of faith and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Wesleyan

God At Work!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 4, 2024

God at Work! - Acts chapter 9 verses 23-43 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Christian's development: Paul (vs 23-31). (2). The man at Lydda: Aeneas (vs 32-35) (3). The woman at Joppa: Tabitha (vs 36-43) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A few years ago, someone came up with a list of Lightbulb Jokes. • And they soon got adapted to Christian Lightbulb ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-43

Denomination: Brethren

Journey Through Acts (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 7, 2024

In Acts 9, Paul's conversion reveals an unshakable conviction and an unexpected confrontation, which ultimately to an uncommon conversion.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (7) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 9:1-22 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/6/2017 As most of you know, we’re already seven weeks into a ten-week journey through the book of Acts and it feels like we’ve barely begun. In sense, Acts 1:8 seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2010

The Lord Almighty is present with His children in the midst of the darkest nights.

Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea (Psalm 46) 1. You never know for sure when troubles will arise, or where they come from. 2. This AP story broke this past week: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A fire that did $20,000 in damages to a northeast Arkansas home wasn't caused by an electrical problem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I’m About To Make A Comeback

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 12, 2010

While there are bad things that happen to good people we must realize like Job that no matter what we go through we have to have a made up mind that God……..no matter what I go through I’m gone trust you !

“I’m about to make a Comeback “ Text :Job 13.15 Introduction: A. Why do bad things happen to good people ? The Book of Job, is one of the oldest manuscripts in the Bible, probably written before Exodus! It tells the story about a man who’s name bares the title of this ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Struggle Can Turn Sweet

Contributed by Brian Detalente on Apr 28, 2011

Trusting God in the time of trials and struggles.

Judges 14:5-14:9 5 Then went Samson down, and his father and his mother, to Timnath, and came to the vineyards of Timnath: and, behold, a young lion roared against him. 6 And the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him, and he rent him as he would have rent a kid, and [he had] nothing in his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing In The Storm

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 9, 2010

If you wish to stand in the storm, you will hear and obey; if you do not you will experience destruction.

Standing in the Storm 02/15/09 AM Text: Matthew 7:13-27 Reading: Matthew 7:24-27 INTRODUCTION This weekend brought a rare event to the San Diego area – weather! We experienced a rare powerful winter storm system that brought about weather about as wild as it gets in Southern California. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why? Understanding Life Events (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

Sometimes the events of our lives do not seem to make sense. But there are three things God is always doing (1) Bringing People to Moral Choice (2) Revealing Himself (3) Preparing His People for Eternity. This sermon examines what God was doing in the eve

Why? Understanding Life Events (I) 1 Kings 21 5-31-09 Intro I want to begin this morning with a brief clip from the movie, Faith Like Potatoes. How many have seen it? It’s a very good movie—based on a true story. Let me give a little background for the clip. Angus Buchan is a farmer in South ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-29

Denomination: Charismatic

Living Above Our Storms: Part 1 - How Are You Facing Life's Difficulties? Series

Contributed by Sidney Sumida on Sep 15, 2009

Examining the keys to growing strong through the trials of life.

LIVING ABOVE OUR STORMS Part #1: How Are You Facing Life’s Difficulties? Introduction We are currently, here in the islands, in what is known as, "Hurricane season". Hurricane or Typhoon season is determined by a study of historical data collected over a period of time on weather patterns in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Accepting The Challenge Of Your Faith

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011

ALLOWING GOD TO INCREASE YOUR FAITH THROUGH HIS MANY MEDIUMS

ACCEPTING THE CHALLENGE OF YOUR FAITH 5/20/2011 IKing 17:17-24 17 And it came to pass after these things, that the son of the woman, the mistress of the house, fell sick; and his sickness was so sore, that there was no breath left in him. 18 And she said unto Elijah, What have I to do with thee, O ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back Against The Wall

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014

Jesus stands with us even when our back is against the wall

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 14:33 I. The Promise of Peace I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace Every person will face challenges in life; it is one of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:33

Denomination: Church Of God

Overcome!

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 10, 2014

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Overcome! John 16:29-33 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Overcome.html "I have overcome the world." = Attaining Victory! Who said it? Jesus. Who won the victory? Jesus. Who then possesses the victory? Jesus. Is He willing to share? Yes! [not the glory, but the victory!] The world is tough. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

Worship From The Depths

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 5, 2012

We all have bad days and difficult seasons in life - how do we genuinely worship God when our world is falling apart around us? Join us as we study Job's life and discover how we can "Worship from the Depths"!

Worship From the Depths - Job 1-2 - November 11, 2012 We’ve all had bad days before - those days when nothing seems to go right no matter how hard we try. I’ve had some pretty bad days but I’m not sure that many of them come close to the experience of a man I will simply ...read more

Denomination: *other

Passing The Tests Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 15, 2017

Pass the tests of life when you rejoice in the trial, remain through the trial, and request wisdom from the trial.

Three old men were at the doctor for a memory test. The doctor said to the first old man, "What is one plus one?" "Two hundred seventy-four," he replied. The doctor said to the second man, "It's your turn. What is one plus one?" "Tuesday," replied the second man. The doctor said to the third ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free