The Life of Jesus, A.D.
Surrender in the Storm
October 8, 2023 • Clay Scroggins • Acts 27
This Sunday Clay taught out of Acts 27, exploring a question that everyone wrestles with. Why does God allow us to go through storms in life? Seasons of testing are one way that God teaches us to cling to him above all else. God does not let us walk through these times alone; He is with us. The outcome that he is after is a heart that trusts Him more than ever.
The Power of Divine Appointments
October 1, 2023 • Acts 26
In a message from Acts 26, pastor Dan Slagle looks at Paul’s evangelical account before King Agrippa and how Paul goes about sharing Jesus with him. The scriptures show us that God is opening doors for sharing the Gospel with others and how our own personal story is powerful in sharing who Jesus is and what He’s done for us on the cross. When God has done something so transformative for us, how can we not share that with others?!
Sharing God's Love
September 24, 2023 • Acts 22
The greatest gift we can give any human is an introduction to the God who loves them. We are each surrounded by people who don't know the Lord - and it's easy to be intimidated at the idea of sharing our faith. Steve reminds us that the Gospel frees us and covers us. And so many others need that same good news.
American Idols
September 17, 2023 • Clay Scroggins • Acts 19
Bible Teacher Clay Scroggins calls us to recognize the idols in our lives. He does not encourage us to love our children, jobs, and friends less - but to love Jesus more. We all have idols in our lives: any good thing that we make the ultimate thing is an idol. Only remarkable sacrifice can destroy an idol. And only Jesus can ultimately satisfy. His death on the cross is the path to freedom and victory.
Power in the Name of Jesus
September 10, 2023 • Ken Werlein • Acts 19
Founding Pastor Ken Werlein challenges us to submit all areas of life to Jesus. In a message from Acts 19, we saw that while in Ephesus, Paul did more than teach and preach. As the Spirit of God moved, the people turned from evil and occult practices. Just as they burned their evil possessions, we must be willing to completely eradicate anything that stands between us and Jesus. Ken reminds us no matter the sin, Jesus can lead us to freedom and victory.
Priscilla and Aquila
September 3, 2023 • Dan Slagle • Acts 18
Dan Slagle taught out of Acts 18. Priscilla and Aquila give us a good example of a marriage where the husband and wife are on mission together. Even though we don't have any words of Priscilla and Aquila recorded, their actions reveal that God was the primary focus of their lives. By prioritizing their relationship with God, with one another, and service to others they set an example that we can still learn from today.
The Unexpected Gift of Disillusionment
August 27, 2023 • 1 Peter 1:3–9
Disillusionment is one way that God refines His children. If we are willing to take an honest journey and cling to Jesus, disillusionment will lead us somewhere beautiful. Peter's life shows us that wholeness in Christ integrates both knowing and feeling the truth of the gospel. It only comes after we shed our illusions about who Jesus is. He is committed to proving our faith genuine.
Find the Good
August 20, 2023 • Steve Carter • Acts 17
Paul doesn't mock the worldview of the unbelievers at Mars Hill. Instead he begins by seeing the good in them. By following his example, we can show unbelievers that the cross make sense of their pain and struggles. In this way, we can reach our family, neighbors, and city with the Good News of Jesus!
Life-Giving Community
August 13, 2023 • Steve Carter • Acts 16
In Acts 16, God uses an earthquake to allow Paul and Silas to show their jailer what true, life-giving, soul-restoring, Christian community looks like. In the modern era where we are increasingly isolated, life-changing community isn’t just a perk of the Christian faith, it is an essential part of being a follower of Christ.
The Will of God
August 6, 2023 • Ken Werlein • Acts 16
Founding Pastor Ken Werlein explores the theme of God's will in Acts 16. If you've ever struggled to know God's will - take comfort. Even Paul got it wrong sometimes! And obedience can be difficult - but it's not usually complicated. God will not show us our next step until we obey what He has already revealed. Through prayer, you can find the strength you need to move forward today!
When To Walk Away
July 30, 2023 • Gary Thomas • Acts 16
At the end of Acts 16, Barnabas and Paul disagree and part ways for the benefit of their ministries. Author and Bible Teacher Gary Thomas warns us that the devil can't steal our faith, but he can render us ineffective. Holiness isn't just avoiding sin; it's living a fruitful life. Jesus gives us many examples of such discernment. He walks away from toxic people who would distract from His ultimate mission. We can and should do the same!
The Kingdom is for Everyone
June 4, 2023 • Lizi Bailey • Acts 10
Worship Pastor Lizi Bailey reminds us of God's radical love for outsiders through the story of Cornelius and Peter. In Acts 10, we see God making his message to the Gentiles abundantly clear: "Yes, I want you in my family!" As followers of Jesus, we are God's welcoming committee; are we doing a good job? Lizi calls us to expand our hearts for the unsaved, treating everyone like an image-bearer and potential family member.
Grace Wins
July 23, 2023 • Duffy Robbins • Acts 15
Bible Teacher Duffy Robbins continued our series "Life of Jesus, A.D." with a message out of Acts 15. Paul encounters Judaisers who preached a "Jesus +" Gospel: Jesus PLUS good behavior, Jesus PLUS good works. It's easy for us to adopt this mindset today. Duffy reminds us that the key to our salvation is grace alone.
Christianity in Context
July 16, 2023 • Duffy Robbins • Acts 14
Duffy Robbins shares out of Acts 14. Paul and Barnabas shared the Gospel so well that many Greeks converted. Our witness is always more effective when we engage a person on their own terms. Duffy encourages us to understand other perspectives in order to share Christ more clearly.