Messages on Acts
The Essentials
Acts 21:1-26 As Christians, we are told that we should be united in purpose, to love God and each other, and to share the gospel message with others in love. Sometimes we struggle with the concept of unity because we differ with each other on theology. But we don’t have to divide over our differences. We can be united if we choose to agree on the essential doctrines of the Christian faith and if we offer grace for any non-essential…
Heading Towards the End
Acts 20:1-38 Paul faced many challenges and some of them were deeply personal. One of his greatest challenges was to face a return trip to Jerusalem when he knew that it meant bondage and suffering were ahead. But strengthened by the Holy Spirit, Paul forged on ahead. He was sure of the rewards in his future, and he was determined to serve Jesus with everything he had all the way to the end. Scriptures Referenced Acts 19:21 Acts 9:16 2…
Wash, Rinse and Repeat
Acts 17:1-34 One thing that you can say about Paul is that he was consistent. When he arrived in a new place, he looked for the synagogue and he went to services to spend time with his own people. He shared the gospel with them by reasoning from their own scriptures to prove Jesus was the Messiah they were waiting for. Some believed, many did not, but Paul tried over and over again to make sure that the Jews received…
Here We Go Again
Acts 15:36-16:24 Paul’s commitment and devotion to God is remarkable. The abuse that he endured just to make sure the gospel message made it to everyone, Jew and gentile alike was beyond what most of us could bear. Thankfully, nothing could stop him because he was powered by the Holy Spirit.
Jesus, Only Jesus
Acts 15:1-35 One of the most important distinctives of the early church was the emphasis on the pure work of Christ. None of us could save ourselves and we certainly can’t save anyone else. Only Jesus could do it, so that’s what He did. Scriptures Referenced Romans 3:20 Colossians 2:8 Galatians 2:16 Matthew 24:4-5 Ephesians 5:6 Exodus 20:3
Paul Turns to the Gentiles
Acts 13:1-52 It is hard to fault Paul for his love and determination to see the Jews saved. He was so devoted to God’s people. Fortunately for us, he was just as committed to seeing the gentiles saved. Scriptures Referenced Psalms 2:7 Psalms 16:10 Habakkuk 1:5
A Tale of Two Ministries
Acts 9:20-43 Two completely different men, pillars in the church, with two completely different ministries, sharing the common thread of telling the world about Jesus. Scriptures Referenced Mark 1:16-18 Acts 8:3-6
Who Are You, Lord?
ACTS 9:1:19 When Saul got permission to go to Damascus to pursue Jesus followers, he never expected to meet Him on the way there. Talk about a life changing moment! Scriptures Referenced Acts 7:58 1 Samuel 3:4 Acts 8:1-3 Exodus 20:3
Unless Someone Guides Me
ACTS 8:25-40 Don’t you love divine appointments. Those opportunities to so something that God has planned for you. The things that make a difference. God planned a divine appointment for Phillip to meet and teach an Ethiopian eunuch, and the response was positive, and it was rewarding to the point where everyone involved was rejoicing and praising God. A good day! Scriptures Referenced John 1:1-3 Romans 10:9 Acts 1:8 Revelation 1:3 Deuteronomy 18:10 James 4:8 Acts 16:31 Acts 2:38
Is Belief Enough?
Acts 8:4-25 Simon the magician heard the message, believed and participated in the work of the church before receiving the Holy Spirit. Unfortunately, he misunderstood and though he claimed belief and was baptized in water, he thought that he could buy God’s power. This only leads to a state where a person becomes convinced that they are the owners of that power, and they lose sight of God who is sovereign and owns all. It leads to bad consequences and…
Stephen’s Defense (Part 2)
Acts 7:31-60,8:1-3 It must be hard to be innocent and yet tried for a crime. To think that a man can be tried for a crime where there is no evidence and only unsupported lies as testimony would make you think that anyone in such a position would eventually be exonerated. Unfortunately, that isn’t always true, and some never get justice in this lifetime. Stephen, one of the first deacons of the Christian Church experienced this, but He saw the…
Stephen’s Defense (Part 1)
Acts 7:1-30 It must be hard to be innocent and yet tried for a crime. To think that a man can be tried for a crime where there is no evidence and only unsupported lies as testimony would make you think that anyone in such a position would eventually be exonerated. Unfortunately, that isn’t always true, and some never get justice in this lifetime. Stephen, one of the first deacons of the Christian Church experienced this, but He saw the…
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