Blueprint for Problem Solving

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Blueprint for Problem Solving

Witnesses in Jerusalem

September 15, 2024 • Travis Markes • Acts 6:1–7

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1. The problem-solving process is connected to prayer and God’s Word.

2. Biblically thriving churches still have problems.

3. Deal with problems in a spirit of unity, not division.

4. Problems can be resolved by every member being involved.

5. The Biblical responsibility of the spiritual leader is prayer and preaching.

6. Spiritual leaders must be spiritually qualified.

7. The need for new organization grows as the body grows.

Persecution to Preaching

November 3, 2024 • Travis Markes • Acts 8:1–8

1. A time of great persecution (1-3). Biblical Truths: *God is Sovereign over persecution. *Jesus can save the worst of sinners. 2. A time of great preaching (4-7). Biblical Truths: *Every Christian is a missionary. *Proclaim where you are planted. 3. A time of great joy (8). Biblical Truth: *The Gospel of Jesus Christ brings joy!

Stephen: The First Christian Martyr

October 27, 2024 • Travis Markes • Acts 7:54–60

1. The anger of the self-righteous (54). 2. The vision of Jesus Christ (55-56). 3. The violence of the mob (57-58). 4. Responding with God’s Grace (59-60).

Confirming Moses

October 13, 2024 • Josh McKee • Acts 7:17–43

1. The birth, rescue, and instruction of Moses 2. The turning and exile of Moses 3. The presence of God and the calling of Moses 4. The People's rejection and Stephen's confirmation of Moses. 5. God's response to unfaithfulness.