Sermons on Ulrich Simon:

The Book Of Acts, Part 12- Counterfeit Faith; Simon The Sorcerer Series

Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 4, 2006

In Acts 8 we meet just such a leader. •A man with a following; a man who is viewed by those around him as powerful and dynamic and charismatic. •Yet whose spirituality is just as phony as David Koresh or Marshall Applewhite.

Counterfeit Faith Simon the Sorcerer; 8:9-25 It was Nov. 18, 1978. Congressman Leo Ryan from San Francisco had decided to fly a fact-finding mission to a place called Jonestown Guyana, South America. His mission is to investigate alleged human rights abuses at a religious cult known as the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Saints Simon And Jude: Called, Beloved, Kept Safe Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 28, 2025

They were faithful in the quiet, unglamorous work of loving people one conversation at a time.

Title: Saints Simon and Jude: Called, Beloved, Kept Safe Intro: They were faithful in the quiet, unglamorous work of loving people one conversation at a time. Scripture: Luke 6:12-16 Reflection Dear Friends, I once met an elderly woman at a parish office hour who told me she felt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Other

Santos Simón Y Judas: Llamados, Amados, Protegidos Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 28, 2025

Fueron fieles en la silenciosa y poco glamurosa labor de amar a las personas, conversación a conversación.

Título: Santos Simón y Judas: Llamados, Amados, Protegidos Introducción: Fueron fieles en la silenciosa y poco glamurosa labor de amar a las personas, conversación a conversación. Escritura: Lucas 6:12-16 Reflexión Queridos amigos: Una vez conocí a una ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Other

Mga Banal Na Sina Simon At Jude: Tinawag, Minamahal, Pinananatiling Ligtas Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 3, 2025

Sila ay tapat sa tahimik, hindi nakakaakit na gawain ng mapagmahal na mga tao nang paisa-isa.

Pamagat: Mga Banal na sina Simon at Jude: Tinawag, Minamahal, Pinananatiling Ligtas Intro: Sila ay tapat sa tahimik, hindi nakakaakit na gawain ng mapagmahal na mga tao nang paisa-isa. Banal na Kasulatan: Lucas 6:12-16 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, Minsan ay nakilala ko ang isang ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Other

Discipleship - The Normal Christian Life! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 14, 2018

Jesus calls Simon, James & John to Follow Him – Luke chapter 5 verses 1-11 – Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Disciples love to hear the Word of God taught (vs 1-3) • Disciples obey Jesus even when it doesn’t make sense (vs 4-7) • Disciples are aware of their own sinfulness (vs 8-10a) • Disciples are fishers of people (vs 10b) • Disciples are willing to forsake all and follow Christ (vs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Simon Of Cyrene - From Bystander To Cross-Bearer

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 19, 2024

Today, we explore the remarkable story of Simon of Cyrene, the man who transitioned from being a mere bystander to bearing the cross of Jesus. His encounter with Christ teaches us about the transformative power of obedience and presence.

Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Simon’s story is found in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Let’s take a closer look at who he was and what we can learn from his remarkable encounter with Jesus. Simon was from Cyrene, a city located in the northern part ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21, Matthew 27:3, Luke 23:26, Acts 2:10, Acts 11:20, Acts 13:1  (view more)  (view less)

Jesus Or Simon-The Real Cross Carrier

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005

Who really carried the cross to calvary? Did Simon or Jesus? It may appear that Simon carried the cross for Christ but truly Christ carried the cross for Simon.

JESUS OR SIMON-THE CROSS CARRIER In every young man’s life there comes a defining moment. The moment where a young boy knows that he has taken a large step towards manhood. This moment happens quickly but after it has past the boy will never go back again. It is the moment where a boy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Andrew Simon Peter's Brother

Contributed by Matthew Botha on Jul 28, 2025

What seems insignificant can be used for God's Kingdom

1 / 3 ANDREW, SIMON PETER’S BROTHER Key Scripture: John 6:1-15 After these things Jesus went over the Sea of Galilee, which is the sea of Tiberias. Then a great multitude followed Him, because they saw His signs which He performed on those who were diseased. And Jesus went up on the mountain, and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 7 - Jesus Calls Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

A closer look at the calling of one of the Disciples, Simon Peter.

The Commission Part 6 –Jesus Calls First Disciples Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ Ministry † Jesus was Baptized, receiving the Holy Spirit † Jesus was tempted, and led by His Spirit, not His ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Bible Church

Jesus Calls Simon, Andrew, James And John

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Feb 3, 2010

Jesus calls the first disciples, preaches to the crowds then performs a miracle.

God our Father whose word has come among us, may the light of faith kindled in our hearts shine in our words and deeds, through him, who is Christ the Lord, who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. Amen Fishing was both an important and common way ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Simon Peter- The Man Who Became A Rock Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

This is the 1st sermon in the "Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles" series.

Series: Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles [#1] SIMON PETER- THE MAN WHO BECAME A ROCK John 1:42 Introduction: In this series, we are going to study the characteristics of the 12 Apostles. I want you to take the good and the bad from each Apostle’s life and use it to make good decisions ...read more

Scripture: John 1:42

Denomination: Baptist

I Predict: Jesus Will Come Again Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 23, 2011

Paul tells me that God’s people "eagerly await" Christ’s return. But why? Why should we be excited and what is it that will make this such a wonderful event for us?

OPEN: People’s minds have been focused on the end of the world of late. A few years ago I began to hear predictions the world would end in 2012 (next year) - a speculation based upon an oddity in an ancient Mayan Calendar. This created quite a stir because the Mayan calendar was an extremely ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Role Of Simon Of Cyrene A Man Drawn Into The Mystery Of The Cross - "Simon Of Cyrene And The Theology Of Participation In Christ’s Suffering” - "Why God Allows Us To Carry Crosses In The Work Of Redemption” Series

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 12, 2026

Simon’s Cross Was Not His Own

________________________________________ The Role of Simon of Cyrene A Man Drawn into the Mystery of the Cross “Simon of Cyrene and the Theology of Participation in Christ’s Suffering” “Why God Allows Us to Carry Crosses in the Work of Redemption” ________________________________________ Simon ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21, Luke 23:26

Signs Of The Non-Believer

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 4, 2006

Simon the Magician looked pretty good. But his behavior after his "conversion" experience left a lot to be desired. We can find some pretty clear characterisitcs of those who look like believers, but are not.

Passage: Acts 8:9-25 Intro: Researchers in Denmark have discovered how one of the deadliest known toxins invades and kills human cells. 1. it is the toxin that causes diseases like diphtheria, cholera and pneumonia. Il) read from news release 2. since Satan is a great counterfeiter, it should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Watch The Lamb

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2025

Simon of Cyrene came to offer a lamb and carried the cross for the Lamb of God. One-half mile separated the Temple from the Cross; Simon saw both covenants in operation and sided with the grace of Jesus!

WATCH THE LAMB Mark 15:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this minister, he'd been out bear hunting all day. He searched through the woods, but found no signs of a bear. Frustrated, he threw his gun down on the ground and walked over to a stream to cool off. 2. About that time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God