We live in a world that groans in pain. Listen to hear how the Lord used Peter to bring hope in the face of paralysis and death. Then  ponder the reality that the Lord wants us to spread His hope today.

Saul’s conversion, early ministry, and pursuit of Christ provide insight on the past salvation, present walk, and future hope of the believer.

Saul, convinced he was serving God, was on his way to Damascus to ravage Christ followers.  Little did he know he was about to become one! A voice from heaven changed everything with the shocking statement, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting.”

(Apologies for some audio issues at the start but they clear up shortly into the sermon) We have a missionary God who cares not only for crowds but for individuals. Listen to see how God’s preparation, Philip’s cooperation, and the Spirit’s leading play into an Ethiopian’s salvation. And think of the exciting truth that God’s not done. He still wants to use…

R Kent Hughes wrote, “Following the church through Acts is like following a wounded deer through a forest. Drops of blood mark the trail.” Stephen’s martyrdom marked the beginning of intense persecution. But as believers fled, something wonderful happened: They spread the good news to some shocking places. Listen in to hear how salvation came to Samaria and learn some important lessons…

Stephen continues talking about the controversial ramifications of Jesus being the risen Messiah. At the end he drives it home with a pointed accusation aimed at the Sanhedrin. The results teach us deep lessons about the source and results of faithfulness in the life of the believer.

Stephen knew Jesus is the risen Messiah. He also knew this had radical impact on the way Jews should worship God, view their ancestors, and engage their temple and law. Talking about it got him dragged in front of the Sanhedrin. Listen in to hear how his history lesson from their own Scriptures paved the way to his main point.

Salvation is a free gift but discipleship is a costly road filled with trials. That’s why encouragement is so important as we follow Christ. Listen in to see how encouragement & discipleship went hand in hand in the early church – and how we can be encouraging disciplers today.

How did the early church handle it when one group of widows was being overlooked? And what can we learn about solving our own problems in the church today? Listen in to find out.

The attack from the Sanhedrin intensified but the early church kept on spreading the word about Jesus. They even rejoiced at being counted worthy to suffer for His name! Listen to see what drove them to be faithful and for some hope when the battle heats up in your own life.