Sermons on Acts (Page 3)

Go, Stand, Speak: Obeying God Rather Than Men

We consider the actions of the apostles are they are arrested and jailed a second time for declaring Jesus as crucified, risen from the dead, and exalted to the right hand of God. In this crucial time at the very founding of the church, the preeminence of Christ over all is asserted and boldly proclaimed in the midst of opposition. In a time of needed courage, we learn from their example the power of the Spirit, the proclaimed word, and…

The Essential Church

What does it mean to be a church? What is essential? What is essential to the gathering of the church? How much can be adapted or accommodated? This sermon explores these questions as we consider the nature of the church under the pressure of COVID-19 and health restrictions applied to the gathering of God’s people.

The Certainty of Jesus’ Resurrection

In this sermon we consider the reality of the resurrection of Jesus. What we see is that the reality of the resurrection is not only a vindication of Jesus’ life and ministry, it is a guarantee of coming judgment to all people everywhere. The resurrection is not just an event in the past, its consequence affects your future. The resurrection is certain, future judgment is certain. In light of this, consider these question:1. What was helpful to you as you…

The Heart of Corporate Prayer

Alex Russell shares about the importance and power of praying together. May we be encouraged to gather together and call upon the name of the Lord for an outpouring of His Spirit.

Christ Alone

The teaching of Christ alone is one of, if not the key truth of the doctrine of salvation. Christ alone is more than salvation is found exclusively in Christ. Christ alone points to the necessity, and most importantly, the sufficiency of Christ’s person and work. All glory to Christ for he is the author and finisher of our salvation. Let’s rejoice in what it means to be saved by Christ alone!

Pluralism and the Bible

What does it look like to live and speak in a pluralistic culture where this is no absolute truth? How do we respond and tell the truth as the church of Christ? It is so important to answer these questions from the Scriptures so that we are being faithful to Jesus and to his truth.

The Application: Conquering Grace

Why did I believe the gospel when so many reject it? Why am I convinced of my problem of sin when so many are not? These are mysterious questions for the believer. Today we explore those questions as we consider God’s work in overcoming our rebellious hearts with his conquering grace.

A Model for Our Times

Paul reminds the Ephesian elders of his own example and gives them a charge. A three-fold watch to watch themselves, the flock, and false teaching. We learn here what an elder or pastor looks like and what they do.