"And now you know the rest of the story." Paul Harvery famously used that line to conclude his radion program. How does that line apply to the church at Jerusalem and the life of John Mark? In this sermon today, we attempt to answer that question.

Herod challenged God for the life of Peter. Who won? What happened to Peter? What happens to Herod in the aftermath? Herod learns your sins find you out, and that pride comes before a fall.

Nehemiah was burdened for his city Jerusalem. He has dedicated himself to see the walls of Jerusalem rebuilt. How does Nehemiah describe the dedication of those walls? Are lessons to be learned?

Jerusalem was more than a city — it was the place where God placed His name. In Nehemiah's day, the people regathered from many places to become one again, rebuilding not only walls but worship, leadership, and identity. Living in the Holy City required courage, sacrifice, and faithfulness, yet it was the path to flourishing. The same is true for us: God's design leads to blessing when we walk in His ways.

In our text today, we see a showdown between the will of Herod and the will of God. Who's will prevails? We see in our text. This text gives us encouragement when we face difficult circumstances.

In this sermon, Bro. Jerry discusses spiritual leadership found in the leaders in the days of Malachi.

Luke shares how that James has been killed by Herod. Why does he include this detail. Also, we find in the KJV the word Easter. Is there significance to the events which Luke shares?

Barnabas takes note of the grace that is in Antioch. In this sermon, we will see that the grace which begun in the church at Jerusalem now spreads to Antioch. Does that grace continue to spread in us?

Peter is challenged by they of the circumcision because he went to Cornelius. How does Peter respond to this challenge? We will see the truth wins.

Nehemiah has lead the rebuild of the walls of Jerusalem. Israel needs more than rebuilt walls, they need a recommitment to the ways of God. Today, we see the reformation that needs to take place in the children of Israel if they will succeed in the city.