Unexpected Acts
Discover an unpredictable God through the book of Acts
Unexpected God
June 4, 2023 • James Paton • 2 Corinthians 13:11–13, Matthew 28:19, Ephesians 2:18, John 15:26
Sometimes "Statements of Belief" in churches feel like software licenses, having to check “I agree” to proceed. When followers of Jesus talk about the Trinity, what exactly do they mean? What are we agreeing to? Are there 3 Gods or 1 God? What difference does it make? What does it mean to be in a relationship with the Triune God?
Becoming Your True Self
May 28, 2023 • Ken Shigematsu • Ephesians 3:16–19
Ever feel like no matter what you do or how much you achieve, it’s never enough? The feeling of shame is more common than we think. It's not confined to failure or trauma. Discover the path to healing and live with greater joy and lightness of being—to become your true self—which most reflects the beautiful image of God.
A Major Detour
May 14, 2023 • Les Bon-Bernard • Acts 16:9–15
Ever had travel plans change last minute? Paul knows what that's like! He adjusts his itinerary on the fly when he's called to Macedonia in a vision, where an unplanned encounter with a cloth dealer named Lydia changes her life forever. Is God calling you? Will you say "yes"?
A Change of Menu
May 7, 2023 • James Paton • Acts 11:1–18
Food is such a big part of our lives. What are some food traditions you love around holidays and family celebrations? How does it feel when a meal you're looking forward to changes last minute? God surprises Peter with a big shift in meal planning that means more than just an updated shopping list.
An Amazing Imitation
April 30, 2023 • Cory Harasym • Acts 9:35–43
If "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery," there's no better way to honour God than by imitating Him! And the good news? It's never too late to start. Meet Tabitha and Peter: 2 people with unexpected "second acts" in life and a very unusual meeting as they each learn to be like Jesus.
An Unlikely Friendship
April 23, 2023 • James Paton • Acts 9:1–20
Have you ever met someone completely opposite from you who ended up as a close friend? What happens when we put aside our differences to serve God together? We begin our journey in the book of Acts with 2 guys who were natural enemies - who God drew together for His mission in the most unusual way.
A Bold Move
April 16, 2023 • Pastor Jeff Marshall • Acts 5:27–42
NEW SERIES: When was the last time you were caught off-guard? There's no shortage of surprises in the stories of Jesus' followers and the forming of the Church after His resurrection. Discover an unpredictable God and how He loves inviting ordinary people like us into the extraordinary as we journey through the book of Acts.