Sermons on Acts 12: showing 16-30 of 280

Praying Through Your Problems

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

When you start a new church you don’t have seasoned prayer warriors in that church who will pray in the blessings and the protection of God. We were successful because we convinced a few Christians in other churches to pray us through our early problems.

"PRAYING THROUGH" YOUR PROBLEMS TEXT: Acts 12:5 INTRODUCTION: Moses prayed and God spared Israel from judgment. Joshua prayed and God caused the sun to stand still. Hannah prayed and God gave her a baby boy. Solomon prayed and God gave him wisdom. Elijah prayed and God sent fire down from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5

The Benefits Of Corporate Prayer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered why some churches seem to get their prayers answered while others do not? In this passage the church is praying for Peter’s deliverance from the clutches of Herod. These were people who realized that every good thing comes from thei

1. Have you ever wondered why some churches seem to get their prayers answered while others do not? In this passage the church is praying for Peter’s deliverance from the clutches of Herod. These were people who realized that every good thing comes from their heavenly Father. They were all mindful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does God Do His Work?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Amidst the clouds of doom, gloom and stubborn opposition, God sheds His light to the dark regions of menâs minds. In this passage we learn a little bit more about how the Divine work of God overshadows every difficulty, discouragement or predicament. Alth

1. Amidst the clouds of doom, gloom and stubborn opposition, God sheds His light to the dark regions of menâs minds. In this passage we learn a little bit more about how the Divine work of God overshadows every difficulty, discouragement or predicament. Although God’s purposes may not be clear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rewards Series

Contributed by Troy Mason on Sep 13, 2002

Last in a series of sermons from the lives of Jesus’ disciples and how they changed the world. This one looks at the personal rewards brought about by being a disciple of Jesus.

Be a World Changer III The Rewards Acts 12:1-17 Introduction: Last in the series on changing the world. Here we have James martyred. He had been called from his fishing boat about 15 years before and now he has truly given all to Christ. Peter faces the same fate. Normally prisoners were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Worship?

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2003

Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.

"What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Holiness

"If The Church Would Just Pray"

Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on Aug 17, 2003

When Peter was in prison, awaiting what appeared to be a sure execution, the church prayed without ceasing for him and Peter was set free by an angel of the Lord. Powerful things happen the church prays.

In the text, we find something taking place that seems to be missing in many churches today – that is church folk praying for church folk. In this particular case, a church member in trouble. The Apostle Peter is on death roll and all petitions to commute his sentence have been exhausted. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5, Acts 12:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Release

Contributed by Richard Hall on Sep 5, 2003

No matter what prison we find ourselves in God has the power to release us.

THE POWER OF RELEASE ACTS 12: 1-12 Nobody like to be in bondage… Claustrophobia Read Scripture 1) PRISONS THAT HOLD US… A) Peter was in prison due to his unfortunate circumstances a) Nothing that he had done wrong b) Sometimes we find ourselves in places of bondage that hold us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Prayer For Others Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 15, 2003

8th in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Looks at the Church’s payers for Peter in prison as a pattern of intercessory prayer.

Introduction: "Somebody’s Praying Me Through--with military testimonies" (Available at http://doxologyrecords.com/news/article.asp?intNewsItemKey=16) At it’s best prayer is not simply a list of things I want from God but also a time of intercession for others. Intercession is when we pray for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

P.u.s.h. Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Jun 27, 2003

To let people know that if they pray and really pray the God that I serve will make a way out no way.

SUBJECT: P.U.S.H. SCRIPTURE: ACTS 12:3-8 INTRODUCTION This word PUSH means to physically move something or somebody out of your way. But in today’s message the word PUSH we want to break it down into this phrase. Today the word PUSH means Pray Until Something Happens. Not enough people or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

P.u.s.h. Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Jun 29, 2003

To let people know that prayer is the answer, and not to just pray but to be relentless in what they want Gdo to do for them. Also to allow people to realize that not all the time do you have to pray for yourself, but you can pray for somebody else too.

SUBJECT: P.U.S.H. SCRIPTURE: ACTS 12:3-8 INTRODUCTION This word PUSH means to physically move something or somebody out of your way. But in today’s message the word PUSH we want to break it down into this phrase. Today the word PUSH means Pray Until Something Happens. Not enough people or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Increase Our Faith - Part One Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

...a church will pray and pray for a miracle to take place and then when it happens…they don’t believe it.

INCREASE OUR FAITH Text: Luke 17:5 There is a legend of a small town in which there were no liquor stores or nightclubs. Eventually, however, a nightclub was built right on Main Street. One of the churches, in the area, was so disturbed that they conducted several all-night prayer meetings, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5, Acts 12:5-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of A Praying Church

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003

In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER.

In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER. Some Wonderful Things Happened When This ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Acts 4:23-33, Acts 12:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Know Where To Go Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003

This sermon focues on determining the will of God in your life. It is the final messsage in a series of talks based on Romans 12:2. Topical in nature.

How to Know Where to Go Romans 12:2 Mind Games / Dr. Marty Baker / February 23, 2003 www.stevenscreek.net Last summer, our family took a vacation that we will always remember. We loaded the van, drove to Atlanta and hopped on a plane and flew into the wild blue yonder. We arrived at our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Iron Gates

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

There are "iron gates" that confront both the saved and the sinner but God provides safe passage through them if we turn to Him.

“IRON GATES” “And when they had passed the first and second guard, they came to the iron gate that leads into the city, which opened for them by itself; and they went out and went along one street; and immediately the angel departed from him.” Acts 12:10 I. “Iron gates” that imprison the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did You Sign Up?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 27, 2002

This sermon deals with discipleship and why is it that we chose to become Christians in the first place.

Why Did You Sign Up? GNLCC 11/10/2002 Job 1:6-22 Luke 5:1-11 Text Acts 12:1-4 Eric Jackson was a nineteen year old junior in high school who wanted some excitement in his life. He had failed the proficiency exams three times and it didn’t look as though he was going to graduate next ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Acts 12:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed