In our study of the book of Acts, we have discovered that when the Holy Spirit accompanies the preaching of the Word, people come to know and love Jesus. When people come to know and love Jesus, community is born. Gospel-centered community brings hope and healing. We have also seen that wherever the Spirit is at work, there is opposition. What do we do when we are faced with opposition? Acts 4:23-31 teaches us to pray!
New Churches: The Power of Prayer
Acts 4:23-31
March 18, 2018 • Murray Lee
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