Sermons on Zeal Of Paul:

Addressing Festus (Acts 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2025

Are we willing to go to dangerous places for the Gospel?

Did Paul’s enemies bring him before another governor? Are we willing to enter dangerous places for the Gospel? Let’s look at Acts 25. After Antonius Felix left office, did Paul appear before Porcius Festus? Festus then, having arrived in the province, after three days went up to Jerusalem from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Return To The Early Church View Of Money

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 17, 2024

Spirituality is our business NOT making money. That was the view of the earliest churches. Why did it change?

Let’s return to the early church View of Money 1Timothy Chapter six Michael H Koplitz [Paul supports slavery] 1Tim. 6:1 All who are under the yoke as slaves are to regard their own masters as worthy of all honor so that the name of God and our doctrine will not be 1spoken against. 2 Those who ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

An Outline Of Acts 23

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 17, 2024

This chapter begins with Paul before the Sanhedrin, or Council, and his attempt to make a defense before them. One thing led to another and the chapter closes with Paul in Caesarea, kept in custody, by Felix, the governor.

Introduction: This chapter has three specific episodes in Paul's time at Jerusalem. First, he's going to address the "council" or Sanhedrin. Then, some enemies of Paul made a plan to eat or drink nothing until they had killed Paul. When Paul's nephew found out about this, he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 25

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 23, 2024

Porcius Festus inherited (!) Paul when Felix left. This chapter covers Paul's second (at least) trial before a Roman official, his appeal to Caesar, and a visit by King Agrippa. Paul shared his testimony with these and more!

An outline of Acts 25 Introduction: this chapter covers Paul's second trial (at least) before a Roman official; this time, Porcius Festus, who replaced Felix. Felix had left Paul in jail, basically, to please the Jews even though Felix knew Paul was innocent. Festus appears to start where ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

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

An Outline Of Acts 27

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 8, 2024

Acts 27 covers a period of Paul's life between his release from Caesarea and his shipwreck on the island of Malta (not mentioned in this chapter). Something seemed to be happening every minute during this longest voyage of Paul's life.

On the road to Rome, part 1: Caesarea to Crete Text, Acts 27:1-12, KJV: 1 And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band. 2 And entering into a ship of Adramyttium, we launched, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Words From An Old Soldier

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 6, 2021

Veteran's Day Sermon inspired by this sermon https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/an-old-soldier-whose-words-never-faded-away-mitchell-leonard-sermon-on-veterans-day-205015.

Wise Words From An Old Soldier Introduction Today we celebrate and honor our veterans. We thank you for your service. 2 Timothy 2:1-4 NKJV 1 You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ephesians 1

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 23, 2022

NASB

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints (not sinners) who are at Ephesus (Turkey) and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (showing His divinity) 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Ephesians 4

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 3, 2022

NASB

Dean Sherman is dean of the College of Christian Ministries for the University of the Nations. He is a respected international Bible teacher, having ministered in 49 states and more than 40 countries. I like what he wrote about Ephesians. He quotes Watchman Nee’s commentary Sit, Walk, Stand 1-3 ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Ephesians 6

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 3, 2022

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I’m glad I’m finishing this series. Paul continues talking about family, quoting from Exodus 20. 1. Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 HONOR YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER (which is the first commandment with a promise), 3 SO THAT IT MAY BE WELL WITH YOU, AND THAT YOU MAY ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

"never The Same Again" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 4, 2022

“You’ve got to be kidding me?” Have you ever heard those words? I think I would be saying when I read Acts chapter 9. Acts chapter 9 is the conversion of Saul who held the robes of the men who stoned Stephen, the first martyr in Jerusalem. You going to use this guy? And God says, “yes”.

In Jesus Holy Name July 31, 2022 Text: Acts 9:1 Redeemer Lutheran “Never the Same Again” “You’ve got to be kidding me?” Have you ever heard those words? I think I would be saying when I read Acts chapter 9. Acts chapter 9 is the conversion of Saul who held the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:11-16

Denomination: Lutheran

A Prayer Worth Learning PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon explores Paul's prayer in Colossians 1:9-14, emphasizing its relevance today in guiding us to live a life worthy of the Lord and grow in His knowledge.

Good morning, beloved, and welcome to this gathering. It is a joy to be in the house of the Lord, and it is my prayer that our hearts will be enriched and our spirits uplifted as we break the bread of life together today. Our focus today is from Colossians 1:9-14. This passage reveals the depth of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Topics: Power, Elements, Paul's Prayer

Kingdom Keys - Romans Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 6, 2023

Christian Unity provides the quintessential witness that allows us to move towards the goal of giving everyone the opportunity to know Jesus as we do.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-20, Ephesians 4:1-4, John 17:21, 1 Corinthians 12:13, John 1:12-13, 2 Peter 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Present And Prevent: In View Of The Lord’s Mercies

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 19, 2023

Romans 12 has two important commands for each and every believer. Paul gave two of them in the first two verses.

Introduction: Paul’s letter to the Romans is a classic piece of Scripture. Alva J, McClain and perhaps others noted how Paul made four basic divisions: condemnation, salvation, vindication, and exhortation. Chapter 12 begins the final section and indeed begins with a word of exhortation to these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist