The Rocky Brown Podcast

The church is growing, the gospel is spreading, and opposition is increasing. Yet through it all, God continues to build His church. In Acts chapter 5, we'll examine the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira, the continued ministry of the apostles, and their unwavering commitment to obey God in the face of persecution. Let's open our Bibles and discover what this remarkable chapter teaches us about the holiness of God, the courage of faithful believers, and the unstoppable advance of the gospel.

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Honor.

It's a seemingly forgotten word in our culture. We talk about rights, success, influence, and recognition, but very little about honor. Yet God commands us to honor our parents, honor all people, honor our spouse, honor our leaders, and above all, honor Him. Perhaps the real question isn't whether we know what honor means—but whether our lives demonstrate it. Let's open God's Word and see what biblical honor truly looks like.

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In chapters 3 and 4, we'll witness the miraculous healing of a man who had been lame from birth at the gate called Beautiful. But as remarkable as that miracle is, it simply becomes the doorway for something even greater—the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

We'll follow Peter as he preaches to the crowds, stands boldly before Israel's religious rulers, and demonstrates what a life transformed by the risen Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit truly looks like.

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Acts chapter 2 records one of the most significant moments in the history of the church. In this episode, we examine the coming of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, Peter's sermon to the gathered crowds, and the birth of the New Testament church. Together, we'll explore what the Bible actually says about the gift of tongues we see here, the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, the gospel message that brought thousands to Christ, and the characteristics that defined the early believers. Join us as we study this foundational chapter verse by verse and discover its enduring significance for the church today.

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In 2005, world champion bull rider Justin McBride heard seven words from his friend JW Hart just before the gate opened: "Whatever you do, just don't let go." Those words became the title of a song and serve as a fitting illustration of the Christian life.

In this message we look at  Hebrews 10:19–25, and we discover that believers are called to hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, not because we are strong, but because He who promised is faithful. Together we'll explore what it means to draw near to God with confidence, cling to His promises through every trial, and encourage one another to remain steadfast until Christ returns.

No matter what you're facing today, this passage reminds us of one simple truth: Whatever you do... just don't let go.

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In this message, we explore what it means to serve Christ with our whole heart through the lens of Colossians 3:23. Together we'll look at Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 about where our treasure truly is, examine the Parable of the Talents, and challenge ourselves to consider whether we're giving Christ our best—or simply what's left over.

Following Jesus was never meant to be a half-hearted pursuit. God has entrusted each of us with time, abilities, resources, and opportunities for His kingdom. The question isn't how much we've been given, but what we're doing with what He has placed in our hands.

Whether it's your faith, your work, your family, or your calling, this message is a challenge to live with wholehearted devotion and to give everything you've got for the One who gave everything for you.

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We are beginning a brand-new study through the book of Acts. Before we jump into chapter 1, though, I want to spend some time looking back at the events that took place after Jesus' resurrection. We'll revisit the last part of Luke 24, John chapters 20 and 21, and then work our way into Acts chapter 1.

As we do, we'll see Jesus appear to His disciples, give His final instructions, restore Peter, commission His followers, ascend back to the Father, and prepare them for what would soon happen on the Day of Pentecost. Understanding these events gives us the foundation for everything that follows in the book of Acts.

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In the final part of our study through the Sermon on the Mount, we conclude Jesus' greatest recorded sermon by examining Matthew 6:16 through 7:28.

Jesus calls His followers to seek the Kingdom of God above earthly treasures, trust the Father instead of worrying, judge with humility, discern truth from error, and build their lives on the solid foundation of obedience to the Word of God. As the sermon comes to a close, the crowds are left astonished—not only by what Jesus taught, but by the authority with which He taught it.

Join me as we finish our verse-by-verse study of one of the most influential sermons ever preached and discover why its message is just as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago.

The Rocky Brown Podcast—Biblical teaching for everyday life.

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In Part 1, we examined the events leading up to the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus' opening words to His disciples. In this episode, we continue through Matthew 5 and into chapter 6 as Jesus addresses the Law, righteousness, prayer, fasting, and the condition of the human heart.

Again and again, Jesus exposes the difference between outward religion and genuine obedience to God. His message challenges not only what we do, but why we do it.

Join me as we continue our verse-by-verse study of one of the most important sermons ever preached.

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Before Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount, there was a path that led to it.

In this episode, we examine Matthew chapters 3 and 4—the preparation, testing, and early ministry of Jesus that set the stage for one of the most important sermons ever preached. From the ministry of John the Baptist, to the baptism of Jesus, to His temptation in the wilderness and the calling of His first disciples, every event points to the authority and mission of Christ.

The Sermon on the Mount did not appear in a vacuum. Understanding what happened before Jesus opened His mouth to teach helps us better understand the message He delivered.

Join me as we begin a verse-by-verse journey through the Sermon on the Mount by first exploring the foundation upon which it was built.

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