Pastor Troy Dobbs teaches from Acts 8, showing how the early church experienced rapid growth despite intense persecution. Drawing from church history, he explains that the church’s expansion was driven by believers’ deep conviction in Jesus’ resurrection, the empowering work of the Holy Spirit, and, unexpectedly, persecution itself. Rather than silencing the gospel, persecution scattered believers into new places, spreading the message and bringing joy to entire cities, including Samaria. Pastor Troy highlights how God sovereignly uses suffering to advance His mission, honor faithful witnesses like Stephen, and even prepare future leaders such as Saul. The sermon emphasizes that ordinary believers, not just apostles, carried the gospel wherever they went. Ultimately, encouraging Christians to remain hopeful, flexible, and vocal, trusting that God turns hardship into victory for His unstoppable mission.