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Sermons on Acts 20

14 sermons preach from Acts 20 in real church libraries — each one transcribed, summarized, and indexed to the verse. Jump to the exact moment a verse is quoted, or open the full sermon.

“The Bible says it is better to give than to receive (paraphrase).”
Acts 20:35 · as preached in “RCC HOUSTON | 10AM Service | 6.28.26” at Reformation Culture Church
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Acts 20:17

1 sermon

“From Miletus he sent for the leaders (elders) of the church at Ephesus.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:38:19Open this sermon

Acts 20:18

1 sermon

“You know that from the first day that I came into Asia after what manner I have been with you.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:56:40Open this sermon

Acts 20:19

1 sermon

“Serving the Lord with all humility of mind and with many tears (Acts 20:19).”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:39:58Open this sermon

Acts 20:20

1 sermon

“then he says in verse 20 I have been your teacher (I've taught you how to pray, forgive, study the Bible...)”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:58:45Open this sermon

Acts 20:21

1 sermon

“Testifying both to the Jews and also to the Greeks repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:55:40Open this sermon

Acts 20:22-23

2 sermons

“Paul: 'not knowing what will happen to me... I only know that the Holy Spirit has revealed it to me that prison and hardship are facing me.'”

Deeper Church LA 06.28.26 Sunday Experience

Deeper Church LAJun 2026

A worshipful Sunday service and message calling believers to trade personal agendas for God-given assignments — emphasizing surrender, obedience, stewardship, capacity, and community, with practical announcements and an invitation to respond.

Hear it quoted1:07:00Open this sermon

“And see, now I go, bound in the Spirit to Jerusalem, not knowing the things that will happen to me there, except that the Holy Spirit testifies in every city, saying the chains and tribulations await me.”

In The Book Of Acts - General Bible Study (February 18, 2021)

Jesus Christ To God Be The Glory Church Int'l MainFeb 2021

A Bible study on the Holy Spirit's activity in the book of Acts, outlining eight primary roles—witnessing/preaching, boldness in prayer and proclamation, imparting wisdom for leadership, giving visions/instructions, declaring future events through prophets, warning of danger, correcting doctrinal error, and supernatural movement/transportation (with application to the rapture). The sermon concludes with the gospel call: repent, be baptized in Jesus' name, and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit, plus an invitation to receive Christ.

Hear it quoted32:37Open this sermon

Acts 20:22-24

2 sermons

“Now compelled by the Spirit I'm going to Jerusalem ... my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me.”

RCW LA - South Coast Super Regional Sunday Service | May 24th

Restored Church LAMay 2026

A Sunday regional service centered on the theme "Kingdom Dream": encouraging believers to dream for God's kingdom, to recover and renew dreams after hardship, and to persevere in those dreams. The service included worship, leadership transitions, communion focused on forgiveness, a teaching exhortation to evangelize broadly, testimonies, baptisms, and a call to generous giving for missions.

Hear it quoted1:26:48Open this sermon

Acts 20:24

3 sermons

“My only aim is to finish the race.”

RCW LA - South Coast Super Regional Sunday Service | May 24th

Restored Church LAMay 2026

A Sunday regional service centered on the theme "Kingdom Dream": encouraging believers to dream for God's kingdom, to recover and renew dreams after hardship, and to persevere in those dreams. The service included worship, leadership transitions, communion focused on forgiveness, a teaching exhortation to evangelize broadly, testimonies, baptisms, and a call to generous giving for missions.

Hear it quoted1:33:56Open this sermon

“Reference to Acts 20:24—“finish my course” as relating to running the race.”

Logos Bible Masterclass | Scott Lindsey | Wednesday 11-19-25

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoNov 2025

A Logos Bible Masterclass demonstration by Scott Lindsey showing how the Logos Bible Software (now with AI features) accelerates Bible study, counseling, and ministry work; includes practical examples, a Q&A, promotional offer (60-day/2-month trial) and pastoral application including an altar call and church announcements.

Hear it quoted35:45Open this sermon

Acts 20:25

1 sermon

“Acts chapter 20, verse 25.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:33:07Open this sermon

Acts 20:28

2 sermons

“Only one person has purchased you — Jesus Christ at the cost of his own blood.”

Are Generational CURSES Real?! What the Bible REALLY Says... | Live Free with Josh Howerton

Lakepointe ChurchMay 2026

Pastors Josh, Paul, and Carlos discuss whether "generational curses" are biblical, distinguishing between punitive consequences, generational influences/strongholds, and the Christian's standing in Christ. They also define types of "possession," explain how believers can be oppressed but not owned by demons, and offer pastoral counsel for breaking family patterns through discipleship, prayer, and personal responsibility.

Hear it quoted47:14Open this sermon

“he says in closing to the leaders at Ephesus: feed the Church of God, who the Holy Ghost has made you overseer.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted2:01:22Open this sermon

Acts 20:29-30

1 sermon

“"For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock; of your own selves shall men arise speaking perverse things to draw away disciples after them."”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:51:37Open this sermon

Acts 20:31

1 sermon

“Therefore watch and remember that by the space of three years I have ceased not to warn everyone night and day with tears (Acts 20:31).”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:40:12Open this sermon

Acts 20:35

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Acts 20:36-38

1 sermon

“And when he had thus spoken he kneeled down and prayed with them all; and they all wept sore and fell on Paul's neck and kissed him, sorrowing most of all...and they accompanied him unto the ship.”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:34:13Open this sermon

Acts 20:36

1 sermon

“And when he had thus spoken, he kneeled down and prayed with them all... they all wept sore (Acts 20:36).”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:40:28Open this sermon

Acts 20:37

1 sermon

“They wept sore when Paul said they would see his face no more (the 37th verse says that they wept sore).”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:47:55Open this sermon

Acts 20:38

1 sermon

“Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake (Acts 20:38).”

Sunday 1-8-23 "I Never Can Say Goodbye" Rev. James T. Meeks

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJan 2023

A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emotional bonds between pastor and congregation, the tensions of leadership change, key lessons from Paul's farewell (tears, tension, testimonies), and the formal passing of pastoral leadership to Rev. Charlie Dates. The program included civic recognition, a Baylor University archival gift, prayers, an altar call for salvation, and a stewardship appeal to bless the retiring pastor and first lady.

Hear it quoted1:41:01Open this sermon

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