Mountainside Church Boone

This episode explores Acts 19, where the Holy Spirit arrives in Ephesus, bringing healing, deliverance, and bold witness.

It contrasts the power of God with occult practices, describes believers publicly renouncing their idols, and explains how the Spirit assures, transforms, and empowers Christians for mission.

This sermon from Mountainside Church examines Acts 18, focusing on Pauls ministry in Corinth and the ordinary believers—Priscilla, Aquila, Crispus, and Apollos—who helped spread the gospel. It highlights how God turns setbacks into new beginnings and calls believers to faithful, sacrificial discipleship.

Key themes include trusting God in fear, the command to keep speaking the gospel, and the importance of investing in others to multiply the impact of the church.

In this episode we walk through Acts 17, following Paul and Silas from Thessalonica to Berea and on to Athens, describing how the gospel provokes three common responses: belief, curiosity, or rejection.

The message highlights the Bereans' careful search of Scripture, Paul’s reasoned conversation with the Athenians about the true God, and the reminder that Jesus calls for an ongoing, life-changing response — not mere opinion. The episode encourages listeners to trust God to work beyond expectations and to live as devoted disciples of Christ.

In Acts 16 we see the gospel break into the lives of three very different people: a wealthy businesswoman, a slave girl, and a Roman jailer. In a culture where some Jewish men prayed, “Thank you, Lord, that I am not a Gentile, a slave, or a woman,” the Spirit of God made sure the good news touched each of those very groups. It’s a beautiful reminder that Jesus is for everyone—no matter your background, failures, status, or doubts. Just as Paul and his companions learned to keep stepping forward, trusting the Spirit to guide them to where God was at work, we’re invited to do the same. The good news is that salvation isn’t something we achieve; it’s a gift freely given. And Jesus is still meeting people today—breaking chains, healing hearts, and drawing people from every walk of life into His family.

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This episode examines Acts 14–15: Paul and Barnabas’ missionary work in Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe — a miraculous healing, the crowd mistaking the apostles for gods, fierce opposition that leads to Paul being stoned, and the gospel opening to the Gentiles as the church grows.

The pastor reflects on the cost of discipleship, the reality of suffering and persecution, and the power of mutual encouragement and joy as the community presses on in faith.

This episode reads Acts 13:14–38 and unpacks the gospel: God’s rescue through Jesus, the forgiveness of sins, the presence of the kingdom now and the hope to come, and the transforming power of the Spirit in believers' lives.

Today we compare elite athletes’ discipline and sacrifice to the Christian life, emphasizing commitment versus consistency. The message draws on 1 Corinthians 9 and 1 Timothy 4 to call believers to spiritual training, perseverance, and pursuing the eternal prize—Jesus—culminating in a reminder that our efforts are a response to God’s grace .

The sermon contrasts Jesus’ kingdom values with the world’s “Babylon” mindset—money, status, power, and self-made security—and challenges listeners to see life differently.

Using passages from Luke 6, Matthew 6, and Matthew 20, the message explores the Beatitudes, loving enemies, radical generosity, and servant leadership. Practical next steps include praying for the renewal of your mind, asking God to help your unbelief, practicing small acts of obedience, and seeking the kingdom first.

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This candid teaching challenges us to reflect deeply on what it means to truly value the things God cherishes. From the stirring words of Psalm 27 to the wisdom found in Isaiah and beyond, explore how we can align our hearts with the Spirit’s leading today.

If you’ve ever felt like you've missed the deeper essence of worship or struggled with keeping God at the center of your life, this is for you. It’s all about rediscovering the awe and reverence for Him in every step of our journey. 

Remember, it's never too late to invite the Spirit in and let Him transform you from within. Check out more from Mountainside Church to stay inspired and uplifted!

This week, we're diving deep into the power of God's word and how it's already equipped us for every good work. You may feel inadequate. But guess what? We have everything we need to succeed—thanks to the word of God! 

Join us as we explore this exciting journey of realizing that we are perfectly equipped to step into God’s calling with courage and faith. Let's step into our God-given potential and become who we were always meant to be!