Apostle Paul
The Apostle Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, is a central figure in the New Testament and is widely regarded as one of Christianity's most influential leaders and theologians. His transformation from a fervent persecutor of Christians to a devoted apostle of Christ is documented in Acts 9, where he experiences a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus. Following this event, Paul became a key missionary, spreading the Gospel across the Roman Empire and establishing numerous churches.Paul's theological contributions are significant, as he authored many of the epistles (letters) in the New Testament, such as Romans, Corinthians, and Galatians. These letters articulate foundational Christian doctrines, including justification by faith (Romans 1:17), the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12), and the implications of grace (Ephesians 2:8-9). His teachings emphasized the importance of both faith and works, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the inclusion of Gentiles in the covenant community. Paul's life and writings have had a profound impact on Christian thought and practice, shaping the understanding of salvation and the mission of the Church throughout history.
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Paul, a Pattern of Conversion and Service
By Rolfe Barnard90450:49MAT 16:24ACT 9:3ROM 9:1In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of a powerful encounter with God during a sermon. A young Roman Catholic girl in the congregation began sobbing and crying out that Jesus is present. The preacher emphasizes the need for Christians to take their faith seriously and not play around, using the example of Paul as a human pattern to follow. He also highlights the sovereignty of God in saving individuals and the importance of having a burden for souls. The sermon concludes with the preacher expressing his concern for the lack of revival and burden for souls among God's people.
Paul Questions Twelve Men
By Paris Reidhead1.2K51:55ACT 19:1ACT 19:11In this sermon, the preacher discusses the process of salvation and the role of the Holy Spirit in awakening sinners to their danger and convicting them of their crimes. The preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as the means of justification and regeneration. The sermon also highlights the invitation for individuals to come forward and seek help in their spiritual journey. The preacher concludes with a benediction and encourages the congregation to turn to Acts 19 for further reflection on the topic.
Reason for His Passion
By Dennis Kinlaw1.4K44:57ROM 14:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not holding on to things in life, but rather giving and becoming a conduit for the grace, love, power, and goodness of God. The speaker highlights how the experience of receiving and giving is far more fulfilling than holding on to things. The apostle Paul is used as an example of someone who understood this concept and lived with a two-world perspective, focusing on the unseen world and how his actions would play before the throne of God. The sermon concludes with a call to live with urgency and give everything today, as the time is short and there is no time to be a halfway Christian.
Paul's Goal
By Vance Havner1.9K38:20PHP 3:10PHP 3:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices between the bad, the good, and the best in life. He warns against allowing the bad to hinder our pursuit of the good and the best. The speaker also cautions against becoming complacent and settling for mediocrity, using the example of churches that have become stagnant after building impressive buildings. He encourages listeners to press forward, striving to conform to the image of Christ and to prioritize their relationship with God above all else.
Fren-12 Apostolic Foundations - Paul at Athens
By Art Katz3.1K1:02:43MAT 6:33ACT 16:22ACT 17:14ACT 17:24EPH 2:20In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of a challenging and uninspiring meeting he had to participate in. Despite feeling tired and lacking a message, he prays for a woman who then sits in the front row. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the resurrection and trusting God in difficult moments. He highlights the eternal consequences of the word being spoken and urges the audience to see the night as God sees it. The speaker also emphasizes the need to become living testimonies of the message, rather than just speaking correct words. He encourages the audience to immerse themselves in the apostolic scriptures and make them the foundation of their reality. The sermon concludes with a reminder that we are of divine descent and should not worship idols, as God has revealed himself to us and calls us to repentance.