One prominent theme of the book of Acts is that of being a witness. See how Paul’s life demonstrates that being a witness precedes the act of witnessing. Discussion Questions – What’s the connection between Acts 1:8 and Acts 28:23? – What is a witness? Compare a firsthand eyewitness of an accident versus someone who […]
Pastor Tope: God Still Speaks
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Acts 8: The Ultimate Fruit that Validates Salvation
Simon believed, he got baptized, he followed Philip around town and still he wasn’t saved. Why? How can we be saved and stay saved? Listen as we talk about the ultimate fruit that validates salvation. Discussion Questions – Spiritual signs and wonders are pointers to Jesus. What was Simon fixating on and how does this […]
Acts 8: Filling to Overflowing
How can we be filled to the point that our relationship with Jesus flows out for others to see? Listen as we cover the effects of the Holy Spirit. Handout: Book of Acts: Verses about Receiving the Holy Spirit Discussion Questions – Print out and review handout containing verses about the Holy Spirit – What […]
Why Knowing About Jesus Is Not Enough
Article posted on Christianity Today, written by Alister McGrath (Alister McGrath is Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at Oxford University, president of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, and author). On a beautiful May morning in 1973, my Christian life took a decisive turn. I had converted to Christianity 18 months before, in […]
Book of Acts: Verses about Receiving the Holy Spirit
In preparation for this Sunday’s sermon, meditate on these verses. Acts 2 38 “Repent,” Peter said to them, “and be baptized, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 8 14 When the apostles who were at […]