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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Where Man Rules, God Will Overule Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,397 views

    The Bible often teaches and illustrates the doctrine of God’s providence; His providence should be a source of great comfort and instruction for every believer.

    “What rotten luck I’ve been having lately!” “I’m having a bad day!” “Oh, well, whatever will be will be, and there’s nothing that we can do about it!” You’ve probably heard people say all of these statements. Perhaps you’ve even said or thought something similar yourself at times. But all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Drawing Comfort From God's Sovereignty

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,194 views

    We can find ourselves in precarious positions where we wonder what will become of us. And yet our sovereign God is using even our weakness to accomplish His purposes.

    Passage: Acts 23:12-35 Intro: Our lives are filled with questions. 1. when we were seniors in college and not in a serious relationship, we asked “who?” 2. all of our lives we are asked, “What are you going to be…?” 3. and when we are in trouble, we ask two questions: “When is this going to end, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Just When I Need Him Most Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2006
    based on 136 ratings
     | 21,933 views

    The powerful, inspired writings of the Apostle Paul from his prison cell, and how they can help us to be free! Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

    Just When I Need Him Most Acts 23:10-11 Can you imagine being jailed for the cause of Christ? What would you be thinking as you sat there? What would be your attitude? We don’t have to wonder how it was for Paul. For the majority of the rest of the book of Acts he was a prisoner, and during ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "Fly High" - Acts Part 21 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,670 views

    Acts 23 teaches us that “Flying high” for the Lord means we understand that our testimony – our witness - does impact the direction of nations and that the natural law of sowing (planting) and reaping (harvesting) is also a spiritual law. Our personal wit

    Fly High – Acts part 21 Opening Illustration: On the lighter side of life Thesis: Acts 23 teaches us that “Flying high” for the Lord means we understand that our testimony – our witness - does impact the direction of nations and that the natural law of sowing (planting) and reaping (harvesting) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard White avatar

    Difference Makers Know Why They Believe Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Apr 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,372 views

    Do you know why you believe? Are you willing to die for that belief. Teh Apostles faced horrible deaths for their proclamation of the resurrection.

    Difference Makers Know why they believe. Acts 23:1-11 Do we know why we believe? Are we willing to die for what we believe? Chuck Colson, "henchman" of the Nixon Administration, former Marine Officer was converted to Christ. His story is fascinating. It was not a Biblical passage per se that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Nt Court Tv Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,261 views

    Exposition of the first 11 verses of Acts 23 about Paul’s informal trial in front of the Sanhedrin, his outburst, and his deliverance.

    Text: Acts 23:1-11, Title: NT Court TV, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/10/09, AM A. Opening illustration: It’s interesting that there has been such an increase of shows on television that involve the court room. These shows really are all about the judge. He or she is the focus of the program. There is an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    A Mightier Deliverance Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,999 views

    Exposition of Acts 23:12-35 about the excessive deliverance of Paul from the Jews

    Text: Acts 23:12-35, Title: A Mightier Deliverance, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/17/09, AM A. Opening illustration: reminisce about our yearly deliverance at Camp Jubilee B. Background to passage: Remember Paul has now been delivered from three riots in a row by the Lord and the Romans. And now the enemy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Becoming An Effective Witness For Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,216 views

    Jesus wants us to be witnesses for Him, who effectively share the good news of His grace with others.

    Becoming an Effective Witness for Christ Acts 23:1-11 Intro: [Get picture of a BMW] Has anyone here ever owned a BMW? Has anyone here ever wanted to own a BMW? Well, it may shock you to know that Jesus gave His disciples a BMW before He went back to heaven. Well, sort of. In Acts 1, Jesus told His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    He’s Got You Covered Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,865 views

    No matter how hard our enemy fights against us, God will take care of us if we will trust in Him.

    He’s Got You Covered Acts 23:12-35 Intro: One of the things we start hearing a lot about around election time is health coverage. Some say that the government should guarantee health coverage for every citizen. Others say that every employer should be required to provide health coverage for all ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Richardson avatar

    Motivation? Part Ii

    Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,880 views

    When we have our motivation focused correctly, that is, we are doing something for God, God will honor that dedication and commitment with blessing our lives.

    Title: What’s your Motivation? Part II Scripture: Acts 23 The following is by Paul Anka & Frank Sinatra As performed by Frank Sinatra Hit # 27 on the Top 40 charts in 1969 And now, the end is near, and so I face, the final curtain. My friend, I’ll say it clear, I’ll state my case, of which I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Against The Grain Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,893 views

    Let us learn from the example of Horace Bushnell. Let us find the courage in Christ, to go against the grain.

    Against The Grain, Acts 23:11 Introduction When I was a teenager I spent a couple of years living with my Dad and Grandpa in Butte, Montana. It was a true bachelor lifestyle with three generations of Surber men living under one roof. The only place we shopped was as the local butcher shop which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    What Resurrection Means?

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 27, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,328 views

    Resurrection means nothing to many, but to others it is everything.

    Acts 23:6 I am on trial because of my hope in Resurrection. 1. The Resurrection means nothing To some people A. Resurrection means nothing To those who are craving for the ways of the world B. Resurrection means nothing To those who have their mind on earthly things and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    Character During Adversity Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 31, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,101 views

    The character of Paul is revealed as his stands trial before the high priest who reveals he already has deemed Paul guilty.

    If you ever testify in court, you might wish you could have been as sharp as this policeman. He was being cross-examined by a defense attorney during a felony trial. The lawyer was trying to undermine the policeman’s credibility.... Q: "Officer -- did you see my client fleeing the scene?" A: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nelson Emeonu avatar

    The End Of All Conspiracy

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Dec 8, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,405 views

    The conspiracy of the evil ones against a child of God shall not stand. One with God is in the majority. He cares for His children and His counsel shall stand forever. Remember,If God is for you, no one can be against you.Trust in Him always.

    THE END OF ALL CONSPIRACY ACTS 23:12-31 What is conspiracy? 1. A secret agreement to do evil 2. A plot to carry out some harmful acts 3. A combination of persons for evil purpose. 4. A secret plan or game 5. A kind of gunpowder plot 6. A circle of gang THE STORY- ACTS 23:12-16 “And when ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #1 Shake It Off

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 3, 2014
     | 6,067 views

    Sometimes life and ministry seems to tax the joy and hope out of the believer. The attacks seem to come from every side. Am I wrong? Am I in the wrong place? Problems? Hang on, if the snake bites, shake it into the fire and go on.

    #1. SHAKE IT OFF, GOD HAS A PLAN... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com PAUL WAS ASSURED NO MATTER WHAT THE ENEMY MUSTERED AGAINST HIM, GOD HAD A PLAN... YOU ARE GOING TO ROME... FEAR NOT... YOUR MINISTRY WILL THRIVE UNTIL GOD IS FINISHED... Acts 23:11 (KJV) And the night following the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God