Branch Church

Acts 17:1-15 follow the gospel efforts in the cities of Thessalonica and Berea. Paul, Silas and Timothy's approach will help us answer the following questions; how do we know who or what to believe when it concerns the things of God? Should we simply believe whatever “any” preacher says?

In Acts 16:11-34, Paul and Silas engage in 3 evangelistic encounters in the city of Philippi. This message looks at the importance and practicality of sharing Jesus with others.

In Acts 16:1-10, Paul and Silas witness the workings of the Holy Spirit in their ministry. This message directs us to answer the question, how much do we depend on the Holy Spirit?

What does it take to be a church that speaks truth in love during this age of disruption, social fragmentation and cultural polarization? The best model for unity in diversity is Christianity.

In Acts 15, the church in Antioch encountered a problem that could have significantly derailed the church and Jesus’ mission for it if they had not handled it correctly. This message focuses on how the church leaders handled this problem and how we can learn from it.

Throughout the book of Acts, God shows us - no one is too far gone FOR Jesus and no one is an outsider FROM Jesus. This message recaps the first 14 chapters on our study through the book of Acts.

The resurrection of Jesus was God's greatest rescue extended to us. Jesus declared, "I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who BELIEVES IN ME will live, even after dying."

The account of Barabbas found in each of the 4 gospels is a reminder of the "great exchange" extended to us. God would have to treat Jesus like Barabbas so He could treat Barabbas like Jesus. We represent Barabbas.

The story of the Old Testament prophet Jonah, teaches us that we all stumble but God rescues us. No matter how many steps you take away from God, it still only takes one to get back.

In John 8, Jesus forgives the adulterous woman from the religious elite. But Jesus didn’t step in and rescue her from her accusers – JESUS RESCUED HER FROM THE LAW! This message looks at how Jesus fulfills the old covenant with a new covenant focused on grace.