Built to Last
A Study of Acts
The Mission Continues
August 21, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 28:11–31
Acts is a historical narrative that chronicles the life of the early church as it spreads geographically from Jerusalem to Rome and demographically from predominantly Jewish members to include Gentiles. As we study the last chapter of this book, it is clear that the conclusion leaves us on a high without even telling us what became of Paul. Well, join Pastor Derek as he shares on the topic "the mission continues", encouraging you to deliberately add to the narrative of being witnesses of Christ and building the church.
When Life Gets Tough
August 14, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 27, Acts 28:1–10
Life gets tough for everyone from time to time, yet God helps us to successfully navigate the perils along the way. Join Pastor Derek as he unpacks Acts 27 and 28: 1 - 10 demonstrating how God provided "secure" transportation so Paul could deliver the gospel to Rome. Take in the lessons gleaned from Paul's experience so you can apply them to your life when the sailing gets rough.
Trust God
July 24, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 23:12–35
God does not always accomplish his purposes through visible miracles. Sometimes the most casual and everyday happenings reflect divine interference in our lives and divine protection when we face opposition. Join Pastor Derek as he expounds the scriptures, exposing God's interference in the plot of the Jews to kill Paul and how God used the Roman soldiers to protect Paul during this period of his life.
Defender of the Faith
June 12, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 21:37—22:21
This sermon explores Paul's defense before the people of Jerusalem. In the face of a murderous commotion and having endured an unmerciful beating, Paul is spared by the Tribune and his soldiers. As he is being led away to safety, Paul requests to speak to the people and proceeds to defend his faith in Jesus Christ. As you study this portion of Scripture, you will see how you can defend your faith in the light of great opposition.
Discern The Will of God
May 29, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 21:1–14
Have you given any thought to the phrase "the will of God"? Too often people use the phrase to justify their position on a matter of prayer or discernment. But what is the will of God? Join Pastor Derek as he continues the study of Acts and the life of Paul who was now facing the threat of persecution that was awaiting him in Jerusalem. Grab your bibles and jump into this time of study in Acts 21: 1 - 14.
Be Faithful to God's Word
April 3, 2022 • Derek A. Ward • Acts 18:18–28
Are you aware that the Word of God is one of the greatest resources available to us in ministry? Are you using the word effectively in your life and ministry. Join Pastor Derek as we examine the early ministry of Apollos, an eloquent man, who demonstrates that we can be competent in Scriptures and fervent in spirit. He ultimately shows us how to use the word of God effectively.