Paul faced many hardships in his journey of following Jesus, and today we learn about one of them. In this episode, Anthony High steps into the role of Bible teacher, switching seats with Arlin, who hosts this conversation about Acts 21-23. In this study in Acts, Paul goes to the temple in Jerusalem, encounters a mob, and is arrested. Through these events, Paul experiences both the high cost of following Jesus and the comfort Jesus provides amid hardship. We also examine the role Paul’s Roman citizenship played in his trial, and what role heavenly citizenship plays in our lives. Watch this episode to discover the cost, the comfort, and the citizenship of following Jesus.

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Anthony High and guest Trevor Drudge jump back into Acts, digging into Acts 19-20. In these chapters, we see how the gospel brings transformation, which sometimes leads to a disruption. We see the sons of Sceva's failed fake exorcism and a citywide burning of magic books. We explore how Paul’s preaching caused a riot to erupt in the goddess Diana’s temple, Paul's farewell to the Ephesian elders, and are inspired by Paul’s resolve to finish the race God set before him. Join us this episode to learn about how God can bring transformation to our hearts and lives.

Details for HOH Events in October

Monday, October 26: Banquet in Harrisonburg, Virginia

Tuesday, October 27: Banquet in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Shady Maple.

Wednesday, October 28: Special Night of Music, featuring Glory Road and Shalom Quartet in Ephrata, Pennsylvania.

Thursday, October 29: Music and Missions Evening in Dundee, New York.

Friday, October 30: Music and Missions Evening in Southern Ontario, Canada.

To learn more or register for these events, visit https://heraldsofhope.org/events/

To learn more about our guest Trevor Drudge, check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrevorDrudgeMusic

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In this episode, Anthony High is joined by Trevor Drudge to look at Acts 16-18: Paul's Second Missionary Journey. We explore why Paul and Barnabas parted ways over John Mark, and how the Holy Spirit redirected Paul and Silas through closed doors in Asia and Bithynia to the Macedonian call. We see God opening doors and hearts throughout the journey: Lydia's heart opens to the Gospel, an earthquake opens a prison door and leads to the Philippian jailer's salvation, and Paul takes the Gospel to the philosophers in Athens. Along the way, we discuss what closed and open doors can look like in our own lives, and how God uses even our times in the wilderness to help advance his kingdom.

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What did the early church in Acts do when controversy and cultural clashes came up? Joined by guest Trevor Drudge, we begin Part 3 of our series in Acts where we look at the gospel spreading to the uttermost parts of the earth. Trevor walks us through Acts 13-15, looking at Paul’s first missionary journey and focusing on the pivotal Jerusalem Council. As the church started including Gentiles, there arose a conflict between the Jews and the Gentiles about whether Christians needed to follow Levitical law. This episode walks through Peter's and James's responses at the Jerusalem Council, examines the four prohibitions James proposes, and closes with a reflection on how the early church's example of reaching unity amid disagreement applies to cross-cultural ministry and Christian living today.

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How do we respond when God says "no" to our prayers? We're joined by Trulan Martin one final time as we close out Part 2 of our Acts series. Trulan unpacks the historical background of Acts 12, studying who Herod was and how his rule threatened the early church. We look at James' execution, Peter's miraculous escape from prison, and the believers' startled response when their prayers were answered. Along the way, we wrestle with what it means when God says "yes," "no," or stays silent. Acts 12 leaves us with powerful lessons on fervent prayer, humility, and the danger of taking glory for ourselves.

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In this episode, host Anthony High welcomes Bible teacher Trulan Martin to share his findings on Acts 10–11. The focus returns to Peter, who has several experiences that guide him to understand that the Gospel is for the Gentiles as well as the Jews. The Jews had many strict laws regarding cleanliness that created a clear divide between themselves and the Gentiles, but God was about to break down those walls. Peter's vision at Simon the Tanner's house, his encounter with Cornelius, and the Holy Spirit falling on the Gentiles all confirm that God shows no partiality. Even so, Peter faced criticism from the circumcision party back in Jerusalem, which showed how deeply ingrained those divisions were. Trulan reflects on the miracle of salvation extended to the Gentiles and the truth that God's plan is far bigger than we can imagine.

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As we continue our study in Acts, a new influential figure emerges: Saul, later known as Paul. In this episode, Trulan Martin and host Anthony walk us through the remarkable event of Saul's conversion. Once a persecutor of the church, Saul encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus. He went from hunting down Followers of the Way to becoming a pivotal voice in proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God. Together, we explore what it means to "call on the name of the Lord" and why God called Saul home to wait nearly a decade before his ministry to the Gentiles could begin. Along the way, we reflect on how God’s timing is perfect, even when it requires seasons of waiting.

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How does the Gospel break down walls? Joined by guest Trulan Martin, we begin Part 2 of Acts, looking at Acts 8. We see how the persecution led by Saul scattered the early church and propelled the gospel beyond Jerusalem. They follow Philip the evangelist as he preaches the Gospel in Samaria and to an Ethiopian official. Along the way, we dig into the history of the Samaritans, examine the strange account of Simon the Sorcerer, and see how God strategically used Peter and John in Samaria to tear down centuries of hostility between two people groups. This episode helps us reflect on the walls we put up in our lives and how the Gospel breaks those divisions down.

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Why was Stephen rejected and stoned? In this episode, Anthony High steps into the role of Bible teacher, switching seats with Arlin, who hosts the conversation. They examine Acts 7, which shows the life of Stephen, the first Christian martyr. He was rejected for boldly proclaiming the truth before the Sanhedrin. In his speech, Stephen confronts the sins of the culture and exposes patterns of rebellion throughout Israel’s history. Though the Sanhedrin were “cut to the heart,” they chose to reject the message, harden their hearts, and stone him. This episode reveals how ignoring truth can be detrimental to our spiritual lives, and challenges listeners to consider whether they will recognize and respond to God’s voice or resist Him.

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Where does your true loyalty lie? In this episode, Tony High and guest teacher Jeremy Sensenig step into the tension and “messiness” of Acts 5–6. They explore a challenging truth: our primary loyalty shapes our integrity—and that loyalty is ultimately driven by our deepest fear. From the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira to the apostles’ bold stand before the council, this conversation wrestles with what it really means to “obey God rather than men,” while highlighting the marks of a healthy, Spirit-led church and key insights for everyday faith. SOCIAL LINKS

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