Acts 4:12
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other - No kind of healing, whether for body or soul, can come through any but him who is called Jesus. The spirit of health resides in him; and from him alone its influences must be received. For there is none other name - Not only no other person, but no name except that divinely appointed one, Mat 1:21, by which salvation from sin can be expected - none given under heaven - no other means ever devised by God himself for the salvation of a lost world. All other means were only subordinate, and referred to him, and had their efficacy from him alone. He was the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world; and no man ever came, or can come, to the Father but by him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other; for there is none other name under heaven given among men whereby we must be saved--How sublimely does the apostle, in these closing words, shut up these rulers of Israel to Jesus for salvation, and in what universal and emphatic terms does he hold up his Lord as the one Hope of men!
John Gill Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other,.... Meaning not corporeal healing, but spiritual and eternal salvation; the Syriac version renders it, neither is there "redemption in any other": Christ is the only Saviour and Redeemer, who was promised and prophesied of as such; who has saved and redeemed his people from the law, sin, and Satan; nor is salvation to be sought and hoped for from any other; not in a man's self, nor in any other creature, angels or men; not in and by his own works, and legal righteousness; not by obedience to the law of Moses, moral or ceremonial; nor by the light of nature, much less by an observance of the traditions of the elders: for there is none other name; thing or person, be it ever so great, or whatever show of power and strength, of holiness and religion, it makes; as the name of kings, princes, and the great men in the world; or of ministers and preachers in the church; or even of Christians and believers, which may be only a name to live; none but the name of Jesus, his person, blood, and righteousness: under heaven: throughout the whole earth, in all the nations and kingdoms of it; nor even in heaven itself, among all the mighty angels there, thrones, dominions, principalities, and powers; none but the Father and the Spirit, who are one with Christ: there is none but he given among men; and he has been freely given by his Father, as an instance of his matchless love to the world; and also freely given by himself, to be a sacrifice for the sins of his people; and is freely preached among men, as the only Saviour of them; for there is no other, whereby we must be saved: God resolved in his purposes and decrees, in his council and covenant, upon the salvation of his chosen people; and he appointed his Son to be the salvation of them, and determined he would save them by him, and by no other, and in no other way; wherefore, whoever are saved, must be saved by him, see Hos 1:7 the Arabic version adds, "unless by him only".
Acts 4:12
Peter and John before the Sanhedrin
11This Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’12Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”
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Brother Yun - Heavenly Man
By Brother Yun27K40:51Underground ChurchMAT 14:29MAT 28:18JHN 8:32ACT 4:12ACT 16:251CO 15:42TI 1:8In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of losing his first love for God while being caught up in the busyness of ministry. He emphasizes that past obedience is not enough and that repentance is necessary to avoid God's discipline. The speaker also highlights the importance of every believer in sharing the gospel and declares that the church is the hope of the world. He encourages listeners to be obedient to God's calling and to trust in His power to deliver them from trials.
Aaron's Failure
By Duncan Campbell18K1:00:51FailureEXO 32:7JOS 14:6PRO 9:10MAT 3:2MAT 11:28ACT 4:12JAS 1:5In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of his daughter giving a testimony before leaving for Nepal. She attributes her faith and presence at the meeting to her parents, which humbles the speaker. The speaker then questions if others can say the same about their parents and challenges the audience to be men and women of God. He shares a story of a Christian worker who bought a television set despite the negative influence it can have on young people. The speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects God's presence and warns against dishonoring God's name in the presence of enemies.
Books I Recommend With Comments - Part 1
By Leonard Ravenhill12K1:00:42Book ReviewsEXO 3:1EXO 31:18MAT 16:13JHN 4:24ACT 4:12HEB 11:1REV 21:1In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life of John Wesley and his dedication to meeting with God every morning at 4 o'clock. The speaker recommends a book called "A Treasury of Prayer" by Dr. E. Hudson Taylor, which explores the growth of the soul and the work of the China Inland Mission. The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and shares a poem by F.W.H. Meyer about the power of prayer. The speaker also criticizes some preaching practices, suggesting that some preachers simply reuse old sermons with different texts, while emphasizing the need for both sermon preparation and spiritual preparation through prayer.
Prohibition (Edited)
By Billy Sunday6.8K01:05PRO 14:34PRO 20:1MAT 6:33ACT 4:12ROM 13:11CO 6:19EPH 5:18In this sermon, the preacher highlights the negative impact of excessive taxation on alcohol in America. He argues that the government's decision to impose a $2 tax on whiskey and a $5 tax on beer will have detrimental effects on the economy. The preacher suggests that instead of focusing on repeal, America needs to focus on repentance and righteousness. He emphasizes the need for Jesus and spiritual transformation rather than relying on material possessions or engaging in destructive behaviors. The sermon encourages listeners to turn to God for guidance and salvation.
Man's Ruin and God's Remedy
By Oswald J. Smith5.7K18:49Depravity Of ManISA 53:6MAT 6:33JHN 1:12JHN 3:16ACT 4:12ROM 3:23ROM 6:23In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Isaiah 53:6, which states that all people have gone astray like sheep and turned to their own ways. However, the Lord has laid the iniquity of everyone on Jesus Christ. The preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting what God has done and receiving Jesus Christ as one's personal Savior. He refers to John 1:12, which states that those who receive Jesus are given the power to become children of God. The preacher shares his personal experience of accepting Jesus at a young age and encourages the audience to open their hearts to Jesus and be saved for eternity.
Israel in the End Times
By David Pawson5.6K55:20Prophetic2SA 5:11KI 12:20JER 1:5MAT 24:4ACT 4:12ROM 11:26REV 7:4In this sermon, the speaker discusses the signs that Jesus gave regarding his second coming. He explains that there are four main signs: famine, wars, earthquakes in the world; a great falling away and completion of evangelism in the church; the appearance of the Antichrist in the Middle East; and a darkened sky with no natural light. The speaker emphasizes that these signs are not yet fully present, with only the first sign being evident. He also addresses the interpretation of the fig tree mentioned by Jesus, stating that it is not an allegory for Israel's return, but rather an analogy indicating that when Israel is back in the land, the second coming is near.
What Does It Mean to Accept Christ - Part 2
By A.W. Tozer5.3K20:22Sinners PrayerMAT 16:26MRK 16:15JHN 3:3ACT 4:12ROM 10:9EPH 2:81JN 5:12In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a lawyer who was led to Jesus Christ. The lawyer credits his salvation not to the preacher's sermon, but to a conversation he had with an "odd fellow" who asked him if he wanted to go to heaven. Initially, the lawyer was angry and walked out of the church, but as he walked down the street, he couldn't shake the thought of heaven or hell. This realization led him to seek salvation and he eventually reached out to the preacher for guidance. The preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as a revolutionary act that transforms a person from the inside out, and urges young people to not be deceived by false teachings that trivialize the acceptance of Christ.
Things God Wants Us to Know - Part 1
By Brother Andrew5.2K30:40RevelationMAT 6:33JHN 3:16ACT 4:12ROM 10:9REV 17:6REV 20:15REV 22:19In this sermon, Brother Andrew shares four things that God wants us to know. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and the impact it can have, as demonstrated by the story of a man in a Russian prison who found Jesus through a gospel track given to him years earlier. Brother Andrew also discusses the high demand for scriptures in countries like Russia and the need for the Bible Society to keep up with this demand. He highlights the injustice and suffering faced by believers, such as Galina, who endured three years in a concentration camp for her faith. The sermon encourages listeners to be aware of these realities and to use every opportunity to share the Word of God.
(Forging the Vessel of Recovery) 2- the New Cruse
By B.H. Clendennen5.0K1:07:25RecoveryISA 61:1MAT 6:33LUK 4:21JHN 14:6JHN 15:5ACT 4:12ACT 14:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having life in Christ. He refers to John 1-4, which states that in Jesus was life, and this life was for all men. The preacher explains that wherever Jesus went, his life exposed the devil and caused demons to cry out. He then discusses the need for a specially prepared vessel, calling out a remnant who are dissatisfied with the superficiality of religion. The preacher highlights that the world and tradition have infiltrated the church, hindering the true power of Christ. He emphasizes that sanctification must point to a person, Jesus Christ, and that the missing ingredient in today's religion is life.
A Personal Pentecost
By Bill McLeod4.6K54:28PentecostMAT 6:33JHN 3:16ACT 2:41ACT 4:12ACT 4:31ROM 10:17EPH 3:19In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful testimony of a revival that took place in the Hebrides islands. Prior to the revival, every home in those islands had Bible reading and prayer twice a day, which laid a foundation for the young people to hear the basic truths of the gospel. During the revival, without a preacher present, all 80 young people in a gathering fell on their knees and wept, crying out to God and getting saved. The speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on God and shares the story of a man who wasted years before experiencing a powerful revival. The sermon also highlights the significance of the Holy Spirit's presence in the lives of believers, referencing passages from Acts and Galatians.
There's Something Missing
By Warren Wiersbe4.6K34:59JHN 6:66ACT 3:6ACT 4:7ACT 4:12ACT 19:2ACT 19:20HEB 12:1In this sermon, the speaker discusses how the word of the Lord spread and impacted people's lives in the absence of modern communication tools. He emphasizes the importance of having the right kind of people to spread the gospel effectively. The speaker highlights three groups of people who played a significant role in evangelizing a whole district in three years. These groups include believers who were alive to the Holy Spirit, Jewish men attempting to cast out demons, and backslidden believers who were willing to let go of their sins. The speaker encourages the audience to be people who are alive to the Holy Spirit and willing to be used by God to make a tremendous impact on an unsaved world.
Powerful Convicting Sermon - Hell Fire
By Charles Lawson4.3K27:10MAT 5:22MAT 5:29LUK 16:23JHN 3:16JHN 14:6ACT 4:12ROM 6:23HEB 12:29REV 20:15This sermon emphasizes the reality of hell as described in Matthew chapter 5, focusing on the urgency of understanding its existence and the need for salvation through Jesus Christ to avoid eternal damnation. The preacher highlights the seriousness of hell, the consequences of rejecting Christ, and the eternal separation from God that awaits those who do not accept Him as their Savior.
Evangelism Series - Part 1
By Carter Conlon4.3K59:38EvangelismPRO 11:30MAT 6:33MAT 7:21JHN 14:26ACT 4:12ROM 8:111CO 15:57In this sermon, the speaker begins a three-week teaching session on the keys to personal evangelism. While he acknowledges the abundance of how-to books on witnessing, he emphasizes that personal evangelism is not just about the technicalities. The speaker focuses on the wisdom of winning souls and effectively communicating the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He warns against machine-gun evangelism and urges believers to speak in a way that people can understand, just as Jesus did through parables. The importance of living where the people live and responding with wisdom is highlighted, as the Scripture says that he who wins souls is wise.
The Supremacy of Christ in Truth in a Postmodern World
By Voddie Baucham4.2K1:00:39PostmodernISA 53:6JHN 14:2JHN 14:6ACT 4:12COL 1:22HEB 9:28In this sermon, Vody Balkam addresses the issue of people's hostility towards Jesus and their engagement in evil deeds. He emphasizes that humans were created to bring glory and honor to Jesus, but instead, they are hostile towards Him. Balkam also discusses the influence of philosophy and cultural relativism on ethical judgments, using the example of Nazi Germany. He concludes by stating that every human being, regardless of time or place, asks four fundamental questions: Who am I? Why am I here? What is wrong with the world? Balkam suggests that the answers to these questions can be found in the supremacy of Christ and truth.
Human Rights
By Brother Andrew4.2K1:16:03Human RightsMAT 28:19ACT 4:12ROM 12:151CO 12:261TH 5:172TI 3:121PE 3:15In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful encounter with a street child who wandered into their church service. The child, barefoot and filthy, mistakenly believed he was the conductor of the choir. Despite his appearance, the child showed kindness by cleaning wilted flowers and offering them to the speaker. This encounter deeply impacted the speaker, highlighting the plight of street children and the suffering church in restricted countries. The speaker emphasizes the need for action and returning to the principles of God's word to make a difference in these situations.
Road to Reality - Christ's Call - Part 1
By K.P. Yohannan3.9K26:03CallingMAT 28:19ACT 4:12In this sermon entitled "Christ's Call," Brother KP Johannon addresses the question of whether it is possible to live in the abundant life promised by Jesus. He emphasizes the need to overcome sin that hinders our walk with the Lord. Brother KP highlights the importance of impacting the world with the message of Jesus, as there are still billions of people who have never heard His name. He also challenges the shallowness and lukewarmness he observed in American Christianity, urging believers to move beyond mere information and take action in response to the call of Christ.
The Church That Is, Is Not the Church That Was
By Leonard Ravenhill3.9K1:26:33RevivalLUK 13:6ACT 3:1ACT 3:19ACT 4:12ACT 4:31ACT 5:29In this sermon, the preacher discusses the lack of impact that the church is having on the world. He references J.B. Phillips, an English preacher, who was deeply moved by reading the book of Acts in the New Testament. The preacher emphasizes the contrast between the bondage of living under the law and the freedom found in Christ. He also highlights the fact that Christianity was born in a time of slavery and totalitarianism, yet the early Christians were able to bring about change. The sermon concludes with a call for the church to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit and live out their faith boldly.
Who Are the Meek and What Do They Inherit
By Carter Conlon3.6K51:25MeeknessEXO 5:21MAT 6:33JHN 8:32ACT 4:12ROM 8:282CO 12:9In this sermon, the speaker discusses the challenges faced by Moses when he was sent by God to deliver the Israelites from the grip of Pharaoh. Despite coming with a message of freedom, Moses faced opposition and criticism from the very people he was meant to bless. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not being discouraged by the negative voices that may come against us when we are following God's calling. The sermon also highlights the need for rest and relaxation in our lives, as being wound up too tight can lead to unnecessary stress and tension.
Where to Look for Life
By Alan Redpath3.6K35:28LifePSA 121:1ISA 45:22MAT 6:33JHN 14:9ACT 4:12ROM 10:132CO 4:18In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a young man who was feeling miserable and burdened by his sins. On a cold winter day, the young man decided to attend a Methodist chapel instead of his intended church. The preacher, who was delayed by the weather, began the service and announced his text from Isaiah 45:22, "Look unto me and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth, for I am God, and there is none else." The preacher then directly addressed the young man, urging him to look to Jesus for salvation. In a powerful moment, the young man looked deep into his soul and found peace, joy, and a burden lifted from his heart.
Conversion of Muslim to Christ - Part 1
By Afshin Javid3.6K09:59ISA 55:6JHN 14:6ACT 4:12ROM 10:131TI 2:5This sermon shares the powerful testimony of a former devout Muslim who experienced a supernatural encounter with God's presence and grappled with the question of why Jesus would help a Muslim. Despite his deep commitment to Islam and spiritual practices, he found himself in a moment of confusion and desperation where he cried out to God for help. This led to a life-changing encounter where he called upon the name of Jesus and experienced a miraculous intervention, challenging his beliefs and prompting a search for the true path to follow.
An Open Door
By Carter Conlon3.4K21:20HopeJOS 24:15JHN 10:9JHN 14:6ACT 4:12REV 3:8In this sermon, the preacher shares a testimony of a person who sought God and experienced a miraculous transformation in their life. The preacher emphasizes the importance of being sensitive to the Holy Spirit in order to witness the miraculous in our own lives. The sermon then focuses on the words of Jesus to the church of Philadelphia in the Book of Revelation. The preacher highlights the promise of God to keep His people from the hour of temptation that will come upon the world. He encourages the congregation to enter through the door of life, which is found in Christ, and to overcome the challenges they face by choosing to serve and walk with Him.
One Messiah, Two Comings
By Jacob Prasch3.3K1:06:16MessiahGEN 39:13GEN 41:42GEN 45:1ZEC 12:1MAT 4:1ACT 4:12PHP 2:10In this sermon, the speaker begins by quoting a verse from the Bible that declares the power and authority of the Lord. He then relates this verse to the current situation in Jerusalem, where the nations are gathering against it. The speaker mentions the condemnation of Zionism by the United Nations in the past and predicts that even left-wing Jews will talk about a Palestinian state. The sermon then shifts to the story of Joseph in the book of Genesis, highlighting how he was given all power in Egypt and every knee had to bow to him. The speaker connects this to Jesus, stating that all authority has been given to him in heaven and earth. The sermon concludes by referencing the tribulation and the time of the Gentiles, emphasizing the fulfillment of prophecies in the New Testament.
Are You Tired?
By Major Ian Thomas3.0K1:04:58WearinessMAT 11:28JHN 3:16JHN 10:11JHN 14:6ACT 4:122CO 5:171TI 1:15In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging the rapid growth of the world's population, with an estimated 4,000 more people being born by the time he finishes speaking. He also highlights the prevalent issue of tiredness among people in today's world. The speaker expresses his desire to bring refreshment and comfort to the tired audience. He then shares a personal story about a young girl who discovered the purpose of her existence in surrendering her entire being to Jesus Christ. Throughout the sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as our Creator and Redeemer, and surrendering all aspects of our lives to Him.
What Is the Greatest Need in the Church Today
By Alan Cairns2.9K03:30ACT 4:12ACT 12:5ROM 1:16EPH 2:8JAS 5:16The greatest need of the Church today is to truly understand, believe, and live by the Gospel of Jesus Christ as revealed in Scripture. This involves taking the Gospel seriously, not conforming it to modern culture but confronting culture with the unedited truth of the Gospel. Emphasizing the importance of grasping the biblical doctrine of justification by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone as a motivating force in personal and corporate church life. Additionally, there is a crucial need for the church to prioritize and practice fervent, scriptural prayer as commanded in the Bible.
3 Ways to Hell
By Jack David Daniels2.8K1:17:46HellMAT 6:33MAT 7:13MAT 7:23JHN 3:16JHN 14:6ACT 4:12ROM 10:9In this sermon, the preacher uses an illustration of a tightrope walker to emphasize the importance of belief. He shares the story of a tightrope walker who successfully pushes a wheelbarrow across a tightrope and asks the crowd if they believe he can do it again. The preacher then transitions to discussing the concept of hell and the need to believe in Jesus to avoid it. He highlights that many people are going to hell and urges the audience to take this seriously and seek salvation through Jesus. The sermon emphasizes the importance of belief and the consequences of not believing in Jesus.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other - No kind of healing, whether for body or soul, can come through any but him who is called Jesus. The spirit of health resides in him; and from him alone its influences must be received. For there is none other name - Not only no other person, but no name except that divinely appointed one, Mat 1:21, by which salvation from sin can be expected - none given under heaven - no other means ever devised by God himself for the salvation of a lost world. All other means were only subordinate, and referred to him, and had their efficacy from him alone. He was the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world; and no man ever came, or can come, to the Father but by him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other; for there is none other name under heaven given among men whereby we must be saved--How sublimely does the apostle, in these closing words, shut up these rulers of Israel to Jesus for salvation, and in what universal and emphatic terms does he hold up his Lord as the one Hope of men!
John Gill Bible Commentary
Neither is there salvation in any other,.... Meaning not corporeal healing, but spiritual and eternal salvation; the Syriac version renders it, neither is there "redemption in any other": Christ is the only Saviour and Redeemer, who was promised and prophesied of as such; who has saved and redeemed his people from the law, sin, and Satan; nor is salvation to be sought and hoped for from any other; not in a man's self, nor in any other creature, angels or men; not in and by his own works, and legal righteousness; not by obedience to the law of Moses, moral or ceremonial; nor by the light of nature, much less by an observance of the traditions of the elders: for there is none other name; thing or person, be it ever so great, or whatever show of power and strength, of holiness and religion, it makes; as the name of kings, princes, and the great men in the world; or of ministers and preachers in the church; or even of Christians and believers, which may be only a name to live; none but the name of Jesus, his person, blood, and righteousness: under heaven: throughout the whole earth, in all the nations and kingdoms of it; nor even in heaven itself, among all the mighty angels there, thrones, dominions, principalities, and powers; none but the Father and the Spirit, who are one with Christ: there is none but he given among men; and he has been freely given by his Father, as an instance of his matchless love to the world; and also freely given by himself, to be a sacrifice for the sins of his people; and is freely preached among men, as the only Saviour of them; for there is no other, whereby we must be saved: God resolved in his purposes and decrees, in his council and covenant, upon the salvation of his chosen people; and he appointed his Son to be the salvation of them, and determined he would save them by him, and by no other, and in no other way; wherefore, whoever are saved, must be saved by him, see Hos 1:7 the Arabic version adds, "unless by him only".