Sermons on wives of deacons: showing 211-225 of 17,845

The Face Of An Angel

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Dec 9, 2013

Stephen's death a challenge to all who love the Lord.

The Face of an Angel Acts 6:12/15 Stephen, the first deacon and Christian martyr the first gospel preacher. He was also one of the first to work miracles under the new dispensation. His life gave the sacred writer cause to give a detailed account of his character, education, background and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:12-15

Denomination: *other

Whatever You Get, Pass It On

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 8, 2008

Deacon ordination: Christ has won the victory, so yours is the opportunity to roll up the score with no fear of losing. Pass on what you have received in comfort, conversion, gifts.

Some things, once they get started, cannot be stopped. There are just some things, once they get rolling, which cannot be interrupted. It’s just impossible. You’re a student and have an exam tomorrow. When the morning dawns and the sun begins to rise, no amount of wishing that the day light would ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Positive Leadership Circumvents Church Problems Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2012

RIGHT NOW, THIS SECTION OF ACTS WE ARE IN IS FOCUSED ON CHURCH PROBLEMS AND DIFFICULTIES. IN CHAPTER 5 WE SAW TWO PROBLEMS BESET THE CHURCH, ONE INTERNAL, AND THE OTHER EXTERNAL. NOW, IN CHAPTER 6, WE HAVE A NEW DIFFICULTY. A DIFFICULTY THAT WILL RESUL

POSITIVE LEADERSHIP CIRCUMVENTS CHURCH PROBLEMS Acts 6:1-7 In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. 2 So the Twelve gathered all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sent To Serve Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Deacon Ordination Message

As we gather together today we are celebrating the installation and ordination of our deacons as well as commissioning the White family as they head to the place where the Lord has called them to as missionaries. As we celebrate this great day I want us to spend some time together in REVELATION ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

"stephen: A Heart Of Commitment" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 27, 2020

One of the things that are clear as you look at the gospels is that popularity can be costly. Most of us if we would admit it, certainly desire to have it. But we sometimes don’t realize what it can cost us.

HEARTBEATS “Stephen: A heart of Commitment” Acts 6:8-15 and 8:54-60 One of the things that are clear as you look at the gospels is that popularity can be costly. Most of us if we would admit it, certainly desire to have it. But we sometimes don’t realize what it can cost us. We see in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Acts 6

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 3, 2020

Selecting 7: Stephen seized

Selecting 7 (v. 1-7) We need to select leaders as well. Examples are greeters / musicians / ushers, audio / visual, children, youth, men's / women's ministry, etc. Stephen seized (v.8-15) - We may be persecuted for our faith, especially in 2020+ due to COVID. Seek the fruit of the Holy ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

1 Timothy 3 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 7, 2021

Overseers and Deacons

See www.biblemaster.com for more info. 1 Timothy is when Paul was free, II Timothy is when he went back to prison. Sometimes people don’t want to step up as a leader. There was initial reluctance in Moses, awed readiness in Isaiah, skeptical cynicism in Nathanial and eager sincerity in Matthew. ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Saint Who? Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching.

Series: Philippians Sermon: “Saint Who?” Philippians 1:1-2 Pastor John Bright Philippians 1 “1 Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2, Acts 16:6-10, Ephesians 4:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

The Significance Of Laying On Hands

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 28, 2023

A sermon preached at a Deacon Ordination prior to laying hands on the one being ordained.

The early church was experiencing phenomenal growth, marvelous miracles, pulsating power, and unlimited blessings. Then, right in the middle of this success story, dissension arose. The Greek speaking widows were being neglected in favor of the Hebrew speaking widows. The Apostles said that they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Treatment Of Church Members Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 22, 2022

1 Timothy 5:1-16 shows us the proper treatment of various church members.

Scripture Paul left Timothy in Ephesus to deal with false teaching and to instruct church members about living in God’s church. In chapter 4, Paul set down the qualities of an excellent minister and the dos and don’ts of Christian ministry. Then, in chapter 5, he went on to instruct Timothy about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

All Other Duties As Assigned

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

This morning we will set aside one to serve as a deacon. This is a pattern for the church and an example for each to follow.

Background to passage: Church is growing. Pentecost 3000 people got saved. Healed a lame man and preached the gospel, and the number of men was up to 5000 (plus women and young people). They were brought before the Sanhedrin twice, threatened, jailed, beaten, and given an ultimatum, preached the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Always Persecuted Church

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2024

A message about the first martyr Stephen and the ongoing persecution of the church

Title: “The Always Persecuted Church” Text: Acts 6:8 - 7:60 and 8:1-4 Subject: How does the church react to the stoning of Stephen & subsequent widespread persecution? Complement: …by spreading the word wherever they went. Big idea: _________________________. Persecution becomes a pathway to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 8:1, Acts 11:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Marriage Instructions Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 11, 2011

This sermon addresses God's commands for wives to submit to their husbands, and for husbands to be considerate and respectful of their wives.

Introduction: A. Marriage bears the brunt of a lot of humor, and in many respects for good reason. B. Here’s a few interesting quotes about marriage: 1. Mae West said: “Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution yet.” 2. Rita Rudner said: “I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Marriage Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 24, 2001

Our marriages should reflect the kind of commitment Jesus demonstrated when He went to the cross. We have in Scripture, instructions to both the wives and the husbands, that we bring our marriages under the Lordship of Christ.

Christian Marriage Col 3: 18-19 Ephesians 5:18-19, I Peter 3:1- 3:7 I remember standing before the congregation at Inverness Scotland. I announced the subject of my sermon. Today I will be preaching on marriage. I could see smiles and hear laughter coming from the congregation. I do not ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Be As Gentle As A Camel Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 21, 2013

When criticism is leveled toward you, your best response is gentleness. That is strength under control.

This week has been a bit stressful for me. We have had some unrest in our church body. Some negative comments have been made. We have lost a major player in our worship team along with his family. I, as the pastor, was taking the heat for things I really could not understand. However, I want you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:23

Denomination: Foursquare