Acts 1:1-13:3

Jim recaps the sermon series so far, taking a morning to look at some of the themes and challenges that run through the first 13 chapters of Acts.

Acts 12:19-13:3

The death of Herod and the commissioning at Antioch are placed next to each other for the sake of contrast--they reveal the difference between earthly, and Kingdom leadership.

Acts 12:1-19

Peter escapes from prison and enjoys a comic interlude with his supporters.

Acts 11:19-30

In this passage we see the formation of the first multi-ethnic church. It's in this context that Barnabas brings Saul alongside for a foundational year of ministry.

Acts 11: 1-18

In Peter’s confrontation with his critics, he strikes the humble tone of a witness, not a teacher, yet in these few verses he has much to teach us about living as authentic Christians in today’s world.

Acts 10:34-11:1

Peter announces a certain kind of gospel message to a certain kind of audience. Attending to those details helps us to be better followers of the Gospel.

Acts 10:1-35

In Acts 10, God throws open the doors to anyone who would come and meet Him. From working through an appointed people, to an anointing available to all people. 

Acts 9:32-43

Whether in times of violent opposition, or times of peaceful security, Peter gets on with the job of imitating Jesus, in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Acts 9:19-31

The story of Saul after his conversion tells us of the importance of coming to God as we are, of allowing His Spirit to transform us and of the power that is in community.

Acts 9:1-19

Paul's conversion shows us something about the power of the Spirit for personal change, and about how God prepares us for abundant life in His service.