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Are you waiting until you feel “ready” before letting God use you? 

In Acts 9:32–43, Peter shows us that God isn't looking for perfect people with all the right abilities, He’s looking for people who are available.

Through the healing of Aeneas and the raising of Tabitha, we see what can happen when ordinary believers step out in obedience, depend on Jesus, and say, “Here I am, Lord.”

📖 Scripture: Acts 9:32–43

God can call you in a moment—but becoming who He has called you to be takes time.

In Acts 9:19–31, Saul has surrendered his life to Jesus and immediately begins telling others about Him. But the Apostle Paul we know today wasn't formed overnight. His journey included years of growth, testing, rejection, opposition, faithfulness, and obedience.

In this message, Pastor Nick looks at Saul's early walk with Jesus and reminds us that God may be doing more in you right now than through you.

Maybe you're wondering why you're not further along. Maybe you feel like God has called you to something, but nothing seems to be happening. Or maybe you think you need to know more, grow more, or have everything together before God can use you.

You don't.

God can use what you know today while continuing to shape who you're becoming tomorrow.

The trials, waiting, hidden seasons, small acts of obedience, and everyday faithfulness aren't wasted. God is building something in you.

📖 Scripture: Acts 9:19–31

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What are you still holding back from Jesus?

In Acts 9, Saul’s life changes completely when he stops resisting Jesus and finally surrenders. The man who was persecuting Christians becomes a completely different person—and his story forces us to ask an uncomfortable question: Have I actually surrendered my life to Jesus, or am I still holding something back?

In this message, Pastor Nick shares from Acts 9 and his own testimony about burnout, resisting God, letting go of the things that keep us trapped in our old lives, and what it means to truly follow Jesus with no turning back.

Maybe for you it’s an addiction. Maybe it’s bitterness, pride, control, a relationship, your career, or simply trying to live with one foot in the church and one foot in the world.

Whatever it is, you don’t have to keep resisting God.

Today can be the day you surrender.

📖 Scripture: Acts 9

🎙️ Message: No Turning Back

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Saul was one of the greatest enemies of the early church. He approved of Stephen’s death, dragged Christians from their homes, and traveled to Damascus intending to arrest even more followers of Jesus. But everything changed when Jesus met him on the road.

In this message from Acts 9:1–19, Pastor Sam teaches through Saul’s unlikely conversion and the obedience of Ananias. Although Ananias had every reason to fear and resent Saul, he followed Jesus, placed his hands on him, and called him “Brother Saul.”

This passage reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace. Jesus meets people at their worst, transforms broken lives, and calls His followers to love, forgive, carry one another’s burdens, and pray for those who oppose them.

No matter what you have done or how far from God you may feel, it is never too late to turn to Jesus.

Scripture: Acts 9:1–19

Speaker: Pastor Sam

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Have you ever felt a nudge to do something... and talked yourself out of it? In this message from Acts 8, we look at Philip's encounter with an angel, a desert road nobody wanted to travel, and an Ethiopian official searching for God without even knowing it yet.

We break down what it really means to have the Holy Spirit as our Advocate — not just with us, but in us and upon us — and why so many of us struggle to recognize His voice. You'll learn the difference between conviction and coincidence, how to test what you're hearing against Scripture, and why obedience almost always shows up outside your comfort zone.

If you've ever wondered "was that God, or was that just me?" — this one's for you.

📖 Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, John 14:15-27, Hebrews 13:1-2

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In Acts 8:4–25, Philip brings the gospel to Samaria, where many people place their faith in Jesus—including Simon the sorcerer. But Simon’s response reveals a sobering truth: it is possible to be around the things of God, say the right words, and still have a heart that is not right before Him.

This message challenges us to look beyond outward religion, spiritual experiences, and simply going through the motions.

Are we pursuing Jesus Himself, or are we pursuing power, recognition, comfort, or what God can do for us?

As we study Philip, Simon, Peter, and John, we will see the difference between a counterfeit faith and a genuine relationship with Christ. We’ll also be reminded to test every message against God’s Word, repent when our hearts drift, and abide in Jesus.

Scripture: Acts 8:4–25

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Persecution broke out against the early church, forcing believers to leave Jerusalem and scatter throughout Judea and Samaria. What appeared to be a devastating setback became the very thing God used to spread the gospel beyond the city.

In this verse-by-verse teaching through Acts 8:1–8, Pastor Nick contrasts Saul’s religious pride with the faithfulness of Stephen and Philip. Saul believed he was serving God while actively resisting Him, while Philip remained surrendered to God and continued preaching Jesus wherever he went.

This message reminds us that God does not waste our trials, hardships, or uncomfortable seasons. The difficult path may be the very place where God strengthens our faith, uses our story, and brings joy to others through the gospel.

Scripture: Acts 8:1–8

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Stephen stood before the very council that condemned Jesus to death. Instead of defending himself, he boldly proclaimed the gospel.

In this verse-by-verse study of Acts 7, we walk through Stephen’s powerful sermon—the longest recorded sermon in the book of Acts. By tracing the lives of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, and Israel’s history, Stephen reveals a sobering pattern: God continually calls His people to Himself, yet they continually resist Him.

The same warning applies today.

It’s possible to know the Bible, attend church faithfully, and still resist the work of the Holy Spirit. This message challenges us to examine our own hearts and ask: Where am I resisting what God is calling me to do?

In this sermon you’ll discover:

• Why Stephen chose to preach instead of defend himself.
• How Abraham, Joseph, and Moses all point to Jesus.
• Why God cannot be confined to a building or religious tradition.
• The danger of loving religion more than Christ.
• The difference between conviction and condemnation.
• How to respond when the Holy Spirit is calling you to repentance.

Whether you’re new to Christianity or have followed Jesus for years, this passage is a powerful reminder that God desires surrendered hearts more than religious routines.

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60 (ESV)

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What happens when the church grows so fast that needs go unmet? In Acts 6, the early church faces its first internal conflict — and the apostles' response reveals something powerful: God often solves problems by raising up faithful people from within. Pastor Nick walks through the appointment of the first seven deacons, the qualifications that matter most (good reputation, full of the Spirit, wisdom), and how one of those men — Stephen — becomes a model of courageous, Spirit-filled service. Whether God is calling you to something big or something small, this message is a reminder that there is no insignificant ministry in the Kingdom of God. You are chosen. You have a purpose. The question is: will you answer the call?

📖 Acts 6:1–15 | Fervent Church · Hutto, TX

What does it really mean to stand for Jesus when the world tells you to sit down and be quiet?

In Acts 5:12-42, the early church continues to grow through the power of the Holy Spirit, but opposition quickly follows. The apostles are arrested, miraculously freed, commanded to go back and preach, beaten for their faith, and yet they leave rejoicing because they were counted worthy to suffer for the name of Jesus.

In this message, Pastor Nick teaches through Acts 5 and reminds us that God’s work cannot be stopped. The question is not whether God will accomplish His plan, but whether we will stand and be part of what He is doing.

If you have ever struggled with fear, obedience, boldness, or standing firm in your faith, this message will encourage and challenge you.

📖 Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

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🎙️ Message Title: Stand

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