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The Call of God
Acts 13
I. The Prerequisite of a Call – Service
Acts 13:2 (KJV) As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
II. The Purity of a Call – Sincerity
Acts 13:2 (KJV) As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
III. The Priority of a Call -Separation
Acts 13:2 (KJV) As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
IV. The Person of the Call -Sovereignty
Acts 13:2 (KJV) As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
V. The Partners in the Call – Saved
Acts 13:3 (KJV) And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away.
A Praying Church
Acts 12
I. Committed Prayer
Acts 12:5 (KJV) Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.
II. Continual Prayer
Acts 12:5 P(KJV) Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.
III. Corporate Prayer
Acts 12:5 (KJV) Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.
IV. Concerted Prayer
Acts 12:5 (KJV) Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.
V. Concentrated Prayer
Acts 12:5 (KJV) Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.
What a Church
Acts 11
I. This Church was a Persecuted Church vs. 19 – 19Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch,
II. This Church was a Friendly Church
20And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians . . .
III. This Church was a Witnessing Church
20And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians, preaching the LORD Jesus.
IV. This Church was a Grace-Filled Church
22Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch. 23Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.
V. This Church was a Diligent Church
26And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.
VI. This Church was a Giving Church
27And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. 28And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the Spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world: which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar.
Let’s Talk about Jesus
Acts 10
I. The Peace of God’s Son
Acts 10:36 (KJV) The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:)
II. The Position of God’s Son
Acts 10:36 (KJV) The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:)
III. The Pronouncement of God’s Son
Acts 10:37 (KJV) That word, I say, ye know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached;
IV. The Power of God’s Son
Acts 10:38 (KJV) How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
V. The Product of God’s Son
Acts 10:38 (KJV) How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
VI. The Presence of God’s Son
Acts 10:38 (KJV) 38 How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
The Mission of the Church
Acts 9
I. Edification of the Saints vs. 31 – 31Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied.
II. Sanctification of the Saints vs. 31 – 31Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied.
III. Multiplication of the Saints Vs. 31 – 31Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied.
GOOD Things come from BAD Situations
Act 8
Acts 8:2-4 (KJV) 2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him.3 As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison. 4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.
I. The Sorrow of the Church
Acts 8:2 (KJV) And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him.
II. The Suffering of the Church
Acts 8:3 (KJV) As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison.
III. The Saturation of the Church
Acts 8:4 (KJV) Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.
Stephen’s Secrets for Success
Acts 7
I. The Character of Stephen
A. He was full of Faith.
Acts 6:5 KJV 5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith . . .
B. He was full of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 6:5 KJV 5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost . . .
C. He was full of power.
Acts 6:8 KJV 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.
II. The Conflict of Stephen
Acts 6:9 (KJV) 9 Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Libertines, and Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and of them of Cilicia and of Asia, disputing with Stephen.
III. The Condemnation of Stephen
Acts 7:54 KJV 54 When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth.
IV. The Coronation of Stephen
Acts 7:60 KJV 60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep
What’s The Deal with Deacons??????
Acts 6
I. The Reason for Deacons
A. The Concern for the Widows
Acts 6:1 (KJV) And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
B. The Commitment of the Apostles
Acts 6:2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables.
Acts 6:4 (KJV) But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
Deacons exist to serve the Church so the Pastors can Study & Pray
II. The Requirements of Deacons
Acts 6:3 (KJV) Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.
Men of Honest Report – These were to be men of high degree–men of character and integrity.
Men Full of the Holy Spirit – Every Christian possesses the Holy Spirit, but not every Christian is filled with the Holy Spirit.
Men Full of Wisdom – Wisdom comes from above, and it takes wisdom from above to serve as a Deacon.
III. The Results of Deacons
A. Word of God Increased
Acts 6:7 (KJV) And the word of God increased . . .
B. The Church Grew
Acts 6:7 (KJV) And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly . . . .
C. People were Saved
Acts 6:7 (KJV) And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.
Problems at Church
Acts 5
I. A Satanic Plot
Acts 5:1 (KJV) 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles’ feet.
Why would they do this Wicked Deed? Three Reasons
A. They had No Contentment with their Stuff
B. They had No Control over Self
C. They had No Consideration for the Savior
II. A Severe Punishment
Acts 5:3-6 (KJV) 3 But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land? 4 Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God. 5 And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things. 6 And the young men arose, wound him up, and carried him out, and buried him.
Their Sin had nothing to do with money, giving or tithing.
Acts 5:4 (KJV) 4 Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God.
Their Sin was lying to the Holy Spirit which is Nothing More than Hypocrisy
III. A Supernatural Power
Acts 5:12 (KJV) And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon’s porch.
My Friend . . . Persecution
Acts 4
I. An Aggravating Arrest
Acts 4:1 (KJV) 1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,
II. An Intimidating Interrogation
Acts 4:5-6 (KJV) 5 And it came to pass on the morrow, that their rulers, and elders, and scribes, 6 And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem.
III. A Respectful Reply
Six Steps to Respond Properly to Persecution when it Comes
A. Be Spirit Filled – Vs. 8
Acts 4:8 (KJV) 8 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them . . .
B. Be Submissive – Vs. 8
Acts 4:8 (KJV) 8 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel,
C. Be Secure
Acts 4:9 (KJV) 9 If we this day be examined of the good deed done to the impotent man, by what means he is made whole; 10 Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.
D. Be Surrendered – Vs. 17-19
Acts 4:17-19 (KJV) 17 But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name. 18 And they called them, and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus. 19 But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye.
E. Be Supported – Vs. 23
Acts 4:23 (KJV) 23 And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them.
F. Be Stedfast – Vs. 29
Acts 4:29 (KJV) 29 And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word,
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