As we close out our series through the book of Acts, we are reminded that it's all about the message of Christ. Through Acts, we saw his message spread from Jerusalem to Judea and Samaria and we continue to carry it to the ends of the earth.
When Faith is Hard
June 2, 2024 • Will Corrie • Acts 27
Even when we are sure that God is in control it can still be difficult to believe his promises and find the courage to carry on. This week our elder Will Corrie leads us through Acts 27 and encourages us that even in the midst of doubt, God is faithful.
In Every Circumstance
May 26, 2024 • Kevin Marando • Acts 25—26
Nothing reveals our beliefs and priorities more than unwanted circumstances. This week in Acts 25-26 we see how Paul was able to trust God's sovereignty in his circumstances in order to leverage them to fulfill his mission.
Facing the Truth
May 19, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 24
What is your relationship with the truth? Do you dodge it, fear it, exaggerate it, diminish it, or do you face it? As we continue in our journey through the book of Acts, we see the Apostle Paul minister with a unique confidence in the truth, knowing that the truth is on his side.
Take Courage
May 5, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 23
This Sunday we begin our final season in the book of Acts with a look at the Lord's encouragement to His people and through His people.
All Things to All People
March 17, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 21:15–26
Contextualization is a term we use to describe how we seek to embody the message of Jesus in a specific context. As the Apostle Paul arrives in Jerusalem, we see him contextualize the gospel message. Looking to his example, and ultimately the example of Jesus, we consider how we too can lay aside our preferences to serve people and preserve unity.
Bound for Jerusalem
March 10, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 21:1–14
The Apostle Paul is committed to go to Jerusalem, while many people try to talk him out of the trip. Undeterred, he mirrors Jesus who "set His face to go to Jerusalem" where he would die on the cross and atone for our sins.
Outliving Yourself
March 3, 2024 • Kevin Marando • Acts 20:13–38
As Paul heads to Jerusalem, he has a final message for the leaders of the church in Ephesus. This week we learn about the gift and joy of repentance toward God and faith in Jesus.
How We Encourage
February 25, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 20:1–12
We've all received encouragement at just the right time, when we needed it most. As the Apostle Paul wraps up his time in Ephesus, he encourages the disciples and then departs on a bit of an encouragement tour. This week we learn from Paul what encouragement can look like in the life of a church.
No Little Disturbance
February 18, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 19:18–41
Jesus doesn't cause just a little disturbance in our lives. He makes us new. As we continue to follow Paul's ministry in the city of Ephesus, we see the Way of Jesus move so powerfully in the lives of the citizens that social norms are changed.
What You See Is Not All There Is
February 11, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 19:1–17
In life, it's easy to believe that what we can observe with our eyes and touch with our hands is all there is. The truth, however, is that there is more than meets the eye. The spiritual realm is just as real as anything we experience with our senses. As Paul returns for a lengthy stretch of ministry in Ephesus, we see God the Holy Spirit move in powerful ways.
The Deck Is Stacked
February 4, 2024 • Kevin Marando • Acts 18
Paul enters the massive city of Corinth with a mission to make disciples and plant a church. Through utilizing his gifts and training within his sphere of influence, he discovers that despite discouraging circumstances, God aligned every detail so that a church would be planted and grow.
How We See Our City
January 28, 2024 • Josh Wyatt • Acts 17:16–34
As the Apostle Paul arrives in Athens, we see his heart for a people and a place. Paul's heart reflects the heart of Jesus as he entered into Jerusalem. Today, how we see our city should likewise be reflective of the heart and mission of Christ.
As we continue on in our study of the book of Acts, we see Paul and team travel across Macedonia to the capital city of Thessalonica and then into Berea. In these cities we see unique responses to the message of Jesus. Paul's approach and the unique responses give insight into how we live out Christ's mission as His disciples.
This week we look at the birth of the church of Philippi, considered among the most healthy of the New Testament churches. In his record of the early days of this church, Luke highlights three conversions. Despite the diversity of these founding members, they are made into a family by the transforming power of Jesus.
