February 22, 2026

Here's the thing about church planting: when you're one year in and searching for permanent space, God's provision becomes thrillingly real. Larry announces a new sermon series through Acts, starting with chapter 1:1-11, to help his young congregation understand what the early church looked like and what role each member will play in their church's future. (This isn't just Bible study for Bible study's sake.) Over 500 people witnessed Jesus alive after his crucifixion, and that physical resurrection changed everything for the disciples. They went from complete despair after watching their teacher brutally executed to becoming bold proclaimers of the gospel. What transformed them so dramatically? The risen Christ himself.

Larry explains that Jesus appeared multiple times over 40 days, showing his wounds as proof. But when the disciples expected talk about establishing an earthly kingdom, Jesus redirected their focus. He commissioned them to spread the gospel throughout the world and build God's church through the Holy Spirit's power. The message for today's believers: churches exist to glorify God and expand His kingdom, not to serve our personal preferences. Bible Fellowship Church was founded with three purposes: edifying one another, equipping members to know God and share their faith, and primarily glorifying God.

Ready to discover how this applies to your church involvement? Listen to the full message.