Sermons on Acts (Page 7)

Acts 1:6-11 – The Time is Now – 0165A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0165A recorded on April 27, 1980 teaching from Acts 1:6-11 – The Time is Now. Pastor Stevens explores the concepts of sanctification and redemption through the lens of a personal anecdote and biblical scripture. Stevens uses the story of a young woman named Pam to illustrate how one can turn from a life…

Acts 4:23-37 – What Happens When a Church Prays – 0142AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0142AB recorded on February 24, 1980 teaching from Acts 4:23-37 – What Happens When a Church Prays. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses the biblical account in Acts 4 as a foundation to highlight the transformative power of prayer within a church community. He emphasizes that prayer is fundamental, not supplemental, arguing…

Acts 4:1-13 – How to Please God – 0135A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0135A recorded on February 6, 1980 teaching from Acts 4:1-13 – How to Please God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the biblical passage of Acts 4:1-13 and the central theme of “how to please God.” Pastor Stevens explores the concept of “Attractive Christianity,” questioning the vitality and impact of…

Acts 20:35 – God’s Methods of Giving – 0122AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0122AB recorded on December 26, 1979 teaching from Acts 20:35 – God’s Methods of Giving. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores God’s methods of giving, emphasizing the principle of generosity and kindness. Stevens argues that true giving, as modeled by God himself, involves giving something we truly value, just as…

Acts 1:1-11 – We Are Called By a New Name – Witnesses – 0054AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0054AB recorded on May 16, 1979 teaching from Acts 1:1-11 – We Are Called By a New Name – Witnesses. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the meaning of being witnesses for Christ, drawing heavily from Acts 1:8 and Isaiah 43. Stevens emphasizes that every Christian is called to be a witness,…

Acts 20:17-38 – We Are Called By a New Name – Servant – 0049A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0020B recorded on April 25, 1979 teaching from Acts 20:17-38 – We Are Called By a New Name – Servant. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens outlines the essential characteristics of a true servant of Jesus Christ, using the Apostle Paul as the ultimate historical model. He argues that authentic service requires…