Sermons on Acts

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 28:30-31, 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Sermon #44 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel Sermon Outline 1. Epilogue 2. Epitaph SERMON IN A SENTENCE May your epilogue and epitaph be that you were a faithful follower of Jesus to the very end.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 28:11-31 Sermon #43 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel 1. An Undeniable Fulfillment 2. An Unwavering Commitment 3. An Unhindered Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Knowing that the gospel cannot be stopped and will ultimately triumph over every worldly and spiritual hindrance, the unending mission of the church is to stand on God’s promises and proclaim the life-giving message of forgiveness of sins through faith in Christ until He comes.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 27:1-44 Sermon #41 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE When navigating life’s storms, we behave most like Christians when we honestly acknowledge the storms and actively, boldly, and confidently trust God in the midst of them.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 25:13 – 26:32 Sermon #40 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE While the prideful and foolish world views the resurrection of Jesus as crazy and inconsequential, the humble and wise Christian recognizes it as the most important event in history SERMON OUTLINE Tricky Problem Turning Point Tragic Pride

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 24:27 – 25:12 Sermon #39 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE God knows what He’s doing, so trust in His plan, His power, and His promises. SERMON OUTLINE Though God’s plan may be puzzling, it is still perfect. Though God’s sovereignty may be shrouded, it is still supreme. Though God’s decrees may be delayed, they are still dependable.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 24:1-27 Sermon #38 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE The gospel of Christ must be fearlessly proclaimed and never foolishly postponed. SERMON OUTLINE The Flattering and Falsifying Prosecutor The Forthright and Factual Prisoner The Flagrant and Foolish Procrastinator The Faithful and Fearless Preacher

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 23:12-35 Sermon #37 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Our circumstances may be difficult and our burdens heavy, but we can rest the full weight of our every concern on the One who holds the whole world in His hands. SERMON OUTLINE Nefarious Conspiracy Necessary Conjunction Nephew’s Confession Numerous Chaperones

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:37 – 22:29 Sermon #35 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Those who have been converted are called to confess their faith with calmness and courage to a culture that needs to be changed by Christ. SERMON OUTLINE His Credentials His Conversion His Commission Application Points Calmness Courage Calling Change

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:15-36 Sermon #34 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE We must never compromise the gospel, nor willfully participate in sin, but we must passionately pursue the glory of God, the unity of the church, and the evangelization of all people while standing firmly on the truth of God’s Word…even if it costs us everything. SERMON OUTLINE Affectionate Reception Allegations and Rumors Attempted Resolution Anger and Retaliation

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:1-14 Sermon #33 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE You may pay a steep price to pursue Christ’s plan for your life with courage and conviction, but you will never regret the cost. SERMON OUTLINE Differing Perspectives Disobedience vs. Devotion Prohibition vs. Prediction Determined Plan The Spirit’s Direction Christ’s Pattern Discipleship’s Price Painful Deadly Pleasurable

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 20:1-12 Sermon #31 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE As a community of believers, we must encourage one another by gathering together for worship, uniting together in service, declaring the truth of the gospel, and clinging to the hope of the resurrection. SERMON OUTLINE 1. Presence2. Partnerships3. Proclamation4. Power of the Resurrection

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 19:8-41 Sermon #30 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE When the word of the Lord grows, God’s power will be displayed, Jesus Christ will be exalted, confession and repentance will occur, and society will be impacted. SERMON OUTLINE 1. Revelation2. Reverence3. Repentance4. Reform

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 17:16-34 Sermon #27 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Out of zeal for the Lord and compassion for the lost, we must engageour culture and point them to their only hope – the Lord Jesus Christ. SERMON OUTLINE 1. Paul’s Motive2. Paul’s Method3. Paul’s Message

Sermon #8 from the Series Titled: “Acts: The Advance of the Gospel” Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. Sermon Titled: “The Characteristics of a Spirit-Filled Church” Sermon in a Sentence: “A Spirit-filled church will be made up of Spirit-filled believers who are passionate about studying the Bible, sharing with one another, telling others about Jesus, and worshiping together by joyfully and reverently remembering what Christ has done for them.”