Marcellus Casey, one of our teaching pastors and Kansas City Chief's Chaplin continues in our Growing Pains Series. He shares personal stories and biblical references to encourage the audience to remain open to God's work during periods of waiting, anger, and persecution. He discusses the importance of understanding historical contexts and the power of God's grace and compassion. Marcellus uses examples from the Bible to illustrate the consequences of waiting and acting in one's own way. He also shares his own experiences of football and financial struggles to emphasize the rewards of perseverance and faithfulness. Throughout the message, Marcellus encourages the audience to share their faith, trust in God's power, and find joy in the challenges they face for His name.
Characters
April 21, 2024 • Marcellus Casey • Acts 5:29–42
The Spiritual Posture for Power
May 26, 2024 • Marcellus Casey • Acts 9:25
Pastor Marcellus Casey, one of our teaching pastors, Joined us and shared Biblical examples to caution against seeking power through unauthorized means and emphasizes the importance of humility and surrender. Using examples from the Israelites in the desert, King Saul, John the Baptist, and Simon the Sorcerer, Marcellus warns against desiring power for personal gain and exploitation. He encourages listeners to trust in God's provision and act on His timeline, rather than relying on personal performance or abilities. Marcellus also emphasizes the significance of having a pure heart and a legitimate relationship with God to access His power.
Hard Lessons: Huge Opportunity
May 19, 2024 • Pastor Christian Newsome • Acts 8:1–8
Pastor Christian reflects on the church's journey through Acts 5-8 and draws parallels between the early Christian church and the story of Noah in Genesis. He emphasizes that Christians should not resist God's plan and instead embrace the opportunities for growth that come from hardships. He also discusses the importance of acknowledging death and aging, and the role they play in Christian growth. Pastor Christian encourages the audience to take Jesus beyond the church walls and share their faith experiences, emphasizing the importance of personal cleansing and faithfulness in spreading the gospel.
The Blessing of Opposition
May 5, 2024 • Pastor Christian Gracia • Acts 7
Pastor Christian Gracia reflects on the growth of the church and how it relates to the Church of https://dashboard.subsplash.com/-d/ the story of Stephen in Acts 7, who delivered a sermon in the face of opposition. Christian encourages the church to build bridges with those who hold different viewpoints, using the example of Joseph and Moses, who faced opposition but were used by God for His purposes. He emphasizes that God's presence and activity are not limited to a specific time or place and that we are the temple collectively and individually. Christian also discusses how the persecution of Stephen led to the spread of Christianity to new regions and encourages the congregation to learn from Stephen's message, emphasizing the importance of building bridges, persevering through hardships, and relying on God's grace.