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  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Drawing Comfort From God's Sovereignty

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,251 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

    A Good Conscience Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 4, 2006
    based on 87 ratings
     | 14,128 views

    Paul was able to live with a clear conscience...not DEFILED, SEARED, or EVIL, as are dangers for us. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

    A Good Conscience Acts 23:1 Have you ever been persecuted for your stand for Christ? If we’re living right, we’re to expect it: 2 Tim. 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Confidence In Criticism Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 11, 2006
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,484 views

    The way Paul stood his ground before the council is how we can take our stand in the world today. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

    Confidence in Criticism Acts 23:1-11 23:1 “earnestly” = He’s looking them straight in the eyes, not ashamed, not afraid, and not about to back down. Paul used to be a member of their number…and now they consider him to be a turncoat…a traitor. There’s nothing this group would like more than to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Just When I Need Him Most Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2006
    based on 136 ratings
     | 22,028 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

  • Stephen Collins avatar

    Overcoming Guilt Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,357 views

    Part 13 of "Being the Church," focusing on the terrible power guilt has over many of our lives and how God overcomes guilt with the power of His grace.

    Stephen N. Collins Millville – 09/05/08 Being the Church Overcoming Guilt Scripture: Acts 23:1-23, 1 Timothy 1:12-15 Icebreaker: A wedding guest bubbled over with accolades to the bride as she passed through the receiving line. She said, “Oh, you look so lovely, my dear. I’m so pleased that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Where Man Rules, God Will Overule Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,456 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

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Nt Court Tv Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,292 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

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    A Mightier Deliverance Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,055 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

  • Richard White avatar

    Difference Makers Know Why They Believe Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Apr 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,426 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

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    Against The Grain Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,930 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

  • Jeff Hughes avatar

    The Sanhedrin's Inquiry

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,482 views

    The Sanhedrin questions one of their own who has returned.

    I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. In Cambodia during the 1970’s, Hiam and his family were rounded by the Communists for being Christians. "Bad Blood" they were called. They were tied together and made to lie on the ground all night. The next morning, they were told to dig their own grave, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Richardson avatar

    Motivation? Part Ii

    Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,908 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

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Becoming An Effective Witness For Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,369 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

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    He’s Got You Covered Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,911 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

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    Having A Clear Conscience

    Contributed by Phillip Frye on Mar 4, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,739 views

    Do you have a clear conscience concerning your relationship with Christ?

    And Paul looking earnestly at the council, said, "Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day." Acts 23:1 If Paul could say that, can you say the same about yourself? The continuing verses referr to Paul and the division in the Church with the religious leaders ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal