What do you do when following Jesus brings opposition instead of comfort?

In Acts 4, Peter and John find themselves arrested, threatened, and pressured to stop preaching about Jesus. After witnessing a miraculous healing and boldly proclaiming the gospel, they stand before the same religious leaders who had condemned Jesus. Faced with intimidation and persecution, they are forced to answer a critical question: Will they fear man or fear God?

In this verse-by-verse study of Acts 4:1–31, Pastor Nick explores how opposition often follows obedience, why the fear of man can keep believers silent, and how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary people to live with extraordinary courage. Rather than praying for an easier life, the early church prayed for greater boldness—and God answered.

If you’ve ever struggled to speak about your faith, worried about what others might think, or faced challenges because of your commitment to Jesus, this message will encourage and challenge you to stand firm in the truth of the gospel.

Key Topics:

• Acts 4 explained

• Peter and John before the Sanhedrin

• The fear of man vs. the fear of God

• Why Christians face opposition

• The power of the Holy Spirit

• Boldness in sharing your faith

• The growth of the early church

• Living courageously for Jesus

Fervent Church meets Sundays at 9:30 AM in Hutto, Texas.

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