📖 Sermon Title “Paul Speaks to the Ephesian Elders” – A Sermon on Acts 20:17–38

📝 Sermon Description

In Acts 20:17–38, Paul gathers the elders of the church in Ephesus and gives them a deeply personal and solemn charge. Looking back on his ministry among them, Paul reminds these shepherds of his humility, perseverance, faithfulness in proclaiming the whole counsel of God, and unwavering commitment to the gospel of God’s grace. Looking ahead, he warns them of dangers that will threaten the church and calls them to watch carefully over themselves and the flock that the Holy Spirit has entrusted to their care. Paul’s farewell reminds us that Christ’s church is precious, purchased with His own blood, and that those who lead and serve the church must remain faithful to God’s Word, guard against false teaching, and entrust themselves and God’s people to the grace of God.

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⛪ Sermon by Pastor Phil Nicewonger

🗓️ Sermon Date

📅 Sunday, August 30th, 2026

📖 Sermon Title

“Paul Speaks to the Ephesian Elders” – A Sermon on Acts 20:17–38

📝 Sermon Description

In Acts 20:17–38, Paul gathers the elders of the church in Ephesus and gives them a deeply personal and solemn charge. Looking back on his ministry among them, Paul reminds these shepherds of his humility, perseverance, faithfulness in proclaiming the whole counsel of God, and unwavering commitment to the gospel of God’s grace. Looking ahead, he warns them of dangers that will threaten the church and calls them to watch carefully over themselves and the flock that the Holy Spirit has entrusted to their care. Paul’s farewell reminds us that Christ’s church is precious, purchased with His own blood, and that those who lead and serve the church must remain faithful to God’s Word, guard against false teaching, and entrust themselves and God’s people to the grace of God.

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⛪ Sermon by Pastor Phil Nicewonger

🗓️ Sermon Date

📅 Sunday, August 30th, 2026

📝 Sermon Description

In Acts 20:1–17, we see the heart of the apostle Paul for Christ’s church. As Paul travels through Macedonia and Greece, he strengthens and encourages the believers, giving himself to the work of building up God’s people. In Troas, the church gathers on the first day of the week to break bread and hear the Word, and when tragedy suddenly strikes Eutychus, the Lord graciously restores him to life. Through Paul’s ministry, we are reminded that genuine love for the church is expressed through faithful encouragement, sacrificial service, devotion to God’s Word, and a deep concern for the spiritual good of Christ’s people.

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⛪ Sermon by Pastor Phil Nicewonger

🗓️ Sermon Date

📅 Sunday, August 23rd, 2026

📝 SERMON DESCRIPTION

In Acts 18:23–19:7, the gospel continues to advance as Paul begins his third missionary journey and arrives in Ephesus. Along the way, Apollos is instructed more accurately in the way of God, and in Ephesus Paul meets disciples who had only known the baptism of John. He explains the fullness of the gospel, pointing them to Jesus Christ, and they are baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. This passage reminds us that sincere faith must be grounded in the truth of the gospel and that God faithfully brings His people to a fuller knowledge of Christ through His Word.

Preached by Pastor Phil Nicewonger

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🗓️ SERMON DATE

Sunday, August 9th, 2026

📝 SERMON DESCRIPTIONIn Acts 18:1–22, Paul brings the gospel to Corinth, a city marked by wealth, immorality, and spiritual darkness. As he reasons from the Scriptures and testifies that Jesus is the Christ, some reject the message while others believe and are baptized. In the midst of opposition, the Lord strengthens Paul with the promise of His presence and assures him that He has many people in the city. This passage reminds us that the advance of the gospel does not depend on favorable circumstances, but on the faithfulness of God, the power of His Word, and the courage He gives His people to keep proclaiming Christ.

Preached by Pastor Phil Nicewonger

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🗓️ SERMON DATE
Sunday, August 2nd, 2026

📝 SERMON DESCRIPTIONIn Acts 17:16–34, Paul proclaims the one true God to a city filled with idols. He declares that God is the Creator and Lord of all, calls everyone to repentance, and points to the resurrection of Jesus as the assurance of coming judgment. This passage reminds us that the gospel confronts false worship and calls every person to faith in the risen Christ.

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🗓️ SERMON DATE

Sunday, July 26th, 2026

📝 SERMON DESCRIPTION

In Acts 17:1–15, Paul and Silas continue proclaiming the gospel amid both opposition and faith. In Thessalonica, Paul reasons from the Scriptures, explaining that the Christ had to suffer and rise from the dead and declaring that Jesus is the promised Christ. Some believe, while others respond with jealousy, hostility, and persecution.When Paul and Silas arrive in Berea, they find people who receive the Word with eagerness and examine the Scriptures daily to determine whether these things are true. Many of them believe.This passage reminds us that the gospel must be proclaimed from the Scriptures, that God’s Word demands a response, and that true spiritual readiness is marked by both eagerness and careful examination. Though opposition may arise, the Word of God continues its work, bringing sinners to faith in the risen Lord Jesus Christ.

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🗓️ SERMON DATESunday, July 19th, 2026

📝 Sermon Description

In Acts 16:19–40, Paul and Silas are beaten, imprisoned, and placed in stocks for faithfully proclaiming the gospel. Yet even in suffering, they pray and sing hymns to God. When the Lord sends an earthquake and opens the prison doors, the Philippian jailer cries out, “What must I do to be saved?” Paul answers with the good news: “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved.” This passage reminds us that God is sovereign over suffering, the gospel cannot be imprisoned, and salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ. The Lord uses the faithful witness of His people to bring sinners from fear and despair into joy, fellowship, and new life.

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🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, July 12th, 2026

📝 Sermon DescriptionIn Acts 16:11–18, the gospel comes to Philippi, marking the beginning of the church’s spread into Europe. There we see the Lord at work in two very different lives: Lydia, whose heart is opened by God to receive Paul’s message, and a slave girl, who is trapped in spiritual bondage and exploitation. This passage reminds us that Christ is King over the nations, sovereign over salvation, and powerful to free those enslaved by darkness. The gospel advances not by human strength, but by the gracious rule and saving power of the risen Lord Jesus.

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🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, July 5th, 2026

In Acts 15:36–16:10, we see the Lord directing the advance of the gospel through both human weakness and divine guidance. Paul and Barnabas part ways over a sharp disagreement, yet God continues to multiply gospel laborers and strengthen His churches. Timothy joins Paul in the work, the churches are encouraged in the faith, and the Holy Spirit redirects the mission toward Macedonia. This passage reminds us that Christ rules over His church, works through imperfect servants, guides His people by His Spirit, and opens new doors for the gospel according to His sovereign purpose.

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🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026