God’s word for us today is Acts 20:22-32.
I. Compelled by the Spirit
(What does this really mean?)
II. Hardships
(Prepare the people or relieve the flock?)
III. Shepherds
(a) Focus on obedience to Other
(b) Guide forward / Avoid dangers
IV. Wolves
(a) Focus on self-preservation
(b) Cause havoc
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The Whisper of…self
Published September 5th, 2010 in Podcast, Spirit Powered Church and The Power of the Spirit (2007). 0 Comments
God’s Word for us today is Acts 16:16-34.
[Jailer] What must I do to be saved?
[Paul & Silas] Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, along with your entire household. (vs. 30-31)
There is no more important Q&A for any human being. And your response will determine your eternal destiny. Have you put your trust [...]
Becoming a Spirit-Powered Church: Staying Faithful to Your Calling
Published July 4th, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Acts 5:29
“We must obey God rather than human beings.”
The religious authorities in Jerusalem attempted to intimidate the disciples into silence, forbidding them to teach in the name of Jesus. After the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2, the disciples possessed a courage that could not be shaken…even [...]
Becoming a Spirit-Powered Church: Living With Courage & Love
Published June 27th, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Acts 4:32. 32.
“Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common.”
The Jerusalem Church exhibited a remarkable unity of spirit which expressed itself in their attitude toward private property. They [...]
Becoming a Spirit Powered Church: Why won’t they be quiet?
Published June 20th, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Acts 4:1-22.
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Becoming a Spirit-Powered Church: Growing Strong in God’s Word, Faith, and Power
Published June 13th, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Acts 3: 1-16.
“And His Name, through faith in His name, Has man this man strong, whom you see and know.” -Acts 3: 16a
1. Faith is essential in all prayer where God’s power is needed.
2. Faith is our part of “completing the circuit that releases God’s [...]
Becoming a Spirit-Powered Church: Believers Become Community
Published June 6th, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Acts 2:42-47.
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers (verse 42).
The early Christians were committed to (1) the apostles’ teaching - like studying Scripture today, (2) fellowship and (3) worship, including the Lord’s Supper and prayers. How is the balance of [...]
Dry Bones + Spirit = New Life!
Published May 23rd, 2010 in Podcast and Spirit Powered Church. 0 CommentsGod’s Word for us today is Ezekiel 37:1-14.
“He said to me, ‘Mortal, can these bones live?’ I answered, ‘O Lord GOD, you know.’ Then he said to me, ‘Prophesy to these bones, and say to them: O dry bones, hear the word of the LORD. Thus says the Lord GOD to these bones: [...]
