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Intro : A name is the title by which one person is designated from another. It is a way for us to tell people, places and things apart. In our day, manes do not hold much significance. William Shakespeare said, “ A rose by any other name would smell just as sweet. ” For us, names are just a way to tell…

Spirit Filled Church There was no denying the fact there was something different about the times there in Jerusalem. What the Lord said was going to happen, well, it was happening! The when, how and why (Act1:8, 2:1-2) 8 but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall…

Proof! We all want it, proof. Show we the proof, the evidence so I can evaluate it and draw a conclusion. Our passage this morning is where from the claim offered by John the Baptist to the proof of the claim starting to be offered. Purpose of the gospel to give proof of Jesus and what belief in Him…

Surprise is a very human emotion, not shared by God. Jesus demonstrates his embrace of humanity by sharing the possibility of surprise with us. But God does use surprise extensively. He uses his intimate understanding of how surprise works to grab our attention and to ensure that we hear his precious word. Surprise often brings us delight, and sometimes bewilderment. In either case, it welds the lesson into our memories and culture.

Watch What God Can Do! Oxyclean- How many of you recall seeing the old Oxyclean infomercials? Crazy Eddy’s Warehouse- his prices are insane. Billy Fucillo- huuugggeeeeh! Products that offer wonderful healing power and health benefits. Fountain of Youth, kind of stuff. Snake Oil salesmen. The past couple…

Peter continues his first sermon after Pentecost Peter speaks directly to convince his fellow Israelites about Jesus. Peter claims that God planned with foreknowledge for Jesus to be handed over for death on the cross. They might have asked why God would allow someone like Jesus, who loved openly and…

When seeking a miracle, the greater gift is the Master himself

Title Slide for Message 1. John wrote his Gospel to believers living in perilous times. A. John’s Gospel publish between 85-90 AD B. Jerusalem Destroyed 70 AD C. Rabbi Gamaliel II expels Messiah’s Followers from Synagogues D. The Death of His Brother, Peter, Paul and other Apostles. E. The spread of…

The Journey continues Paul a man on a mission, a man on the move, continues his journey heading back to Jerusalem, Antioch, then onto Rome and Spain was his intentions. From Ephesus to Macedonia (Act19:1-20:1) From the conversions to conviction, to conflict to calm To embracing and embarking onto Macedonia…

Safe to travel A journey starts with the first step, and we have had a great journey through Act9. The conversion of Saul (Act9:1-19) From a man serving God, to a man who comes to know God and it changed his life From a hunter to one who was pursued by the Lord; and was transformed by the Lord from a…

Inspiration What kind of life inspires you? Impactful — Makes a big difference Overcomer — Makes a huge change to be better Successful — Plans and achieves goals Kind — Innate ability to empathize with and reach out to others Wise — Knows how to find the right answer and applies it. Loyal — Never fails…

Mission works The mission of the local church is to carry the message, the gospel to those around us. The means of the church were spelled out in the scripture and hold true still today. Tonight we are looking at the continued mission of the local church born in Jerusalem. Jesus had told them to wait,…

First Sunday in June we started our journey through the gospel of John. Grace and Truth Came as God himself became flesh and dwelt among us as Jesus John the Baptizer’s Testimony Phillip tells Nathaniel (aka Bartholomew) to “Come and see” - after Nathaniel says “what good can come out of Nazereth.” Changed…

Expectations What is an expectation? It is something we believe will happen based on our desire, knowledge, or experience. What does it do for us? When it is not met. When it is met. When it is exceeded. What are your expectations today? PRAY READ 1 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the…

What are demons mentioned in the Bible? The word “devil” simply means “doubt.” Demons are generally the minions of the Devil. So you can interpret them as little doubts under the big doubt. Doubts produce anxiety and anxiety breaks relationships. In this sermon, Sam Stone explains how demon possession is manifested in broken relationships. Do you have demons that need to be cast out? Let's take a look!

Picture with me this morning, a group of soldiers- a battalion of troops- they have been engaged in combat for quite some time. They are seasoned, weathered, they have had their fair share of conflict. Leading these men is a highly respected, a very wise, and an overwhelmingly successful general. Now…

Introduction Now Elisabeth’s full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son. And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her. And it came to pass, that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; and…

Our Scripture lesson this morning is taken from 2 Cor 12:1-12 : I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body…

Introduction What event proceeded the actions in our text today? After the deaths of Ananias and Sapphira , the church continues its effort. Those outside the church seem to understand the nature of its power more than before. The church’s witness spreads beyond Jerusalem, eventually leading to increased…

We are continuing our series this morning Summer Stories. This four-week series will explores the lives of four people who had profound, life-changing encounters with Jesus. We will connect their stories to other modern-day individuals who have had similar experiences. We can all have life changing event…

Jesus and his disciples were invited to a wedding. Jesus’ mother Mary was helping see that things were taken care of under the master of the banquet. Mary became concerned when during the multi-day event, the wine ran out. That would have been a huge embarrassment and could be seen as a possible sign…

There are times when I read through Scripture and at first blush I find myself more of a skeptic than a person of faith. I find myself among those who might see the miracles of Jesus as happy thoughts, fairy tales, and myth. Today’s passage is one of those passages that finds me in this space. And yet…

Leper Cleansed 1 When he came down from the mountain, great crowds followed him. 2 And behold, a leper came to him and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.” 3 And Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I will; be clean.” And immediately his leprosy was…

Miracle and Message . Acts 3:1-26 Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. Seeing Peter…