Serving A Gospel Mission Together

Serving A Gospel Mission Together | Acts 6: 1-7

Where do you see a growing need in our church? How is God calling you to serve with your time, talents and treasures? By this time, the early church had seen massive growth despite opposition from outside. Even in ch. 5:14 we're told that "more than ever believers were added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women." But as the disciples were increasing a complaint began to arise in the church. That is when the apostles began to appoint new leaders to meet the growing needs. So in this passage, we'll see that servant leaders were appointed: a) To care for the needs of the church. b) To free up the ministers of the Word. c) To prioritize the spread of the Gospel.

Worthy to Suffer For His Name

Worthy to Suffer For His Name | Acts 5: 27-42

What made the early church so bold in the face of persecution? When the religious leaders saw the apostles were gaining followers, they arrested and put them in prison. But the prison could not silence the apostles. During the night an angel had opened the door and led them out to teach in the temple (in v. 25). So they were arrested again and beaten and charged not to speak in Jesus' name! Yet, how did the apostles respond to the beating and threats? And how will we respond when our faith comes under pressure? Following in this passage, we'll see:- a) Obeying God when the pressure comes. b) Trusting God rather than fearing men. c) Rejoicing when dishonoured for His name.

A Radical Gospel Community

A Radical Community | Acts 4: 32–37 | Pastor Joey Zorina

What does a community changed by the Gospel look like? Last week we saw in ch. 4, that in the face of opposition, the apostles trusted in God’s sovereignty and the power of prayer. V. 31 says that when they had prayed, the entire place was shaken and they continued to speak the word with boldness. The preaching of the Word was so effective that it radically changed their community. So in our passage, we’ll see:- a) The unity beneath the surface. b) The power to testify of Jesus. c) The grace to share our treasures.

The Rejected Cornerstone

The Rejected Cornerstone | Acts 4: 1—12 | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode, we saw before (in ch. 3: 1–10) the healing of the crippled man. As that healing attracted a large crowd, Peter began to preach his second sermon (in vv. 12–26). There, Peter was boldly calling Jews to repent so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord. But how did the crowd respond to that sermon? And how should we respond to God’s Word today? Here, in our passage, we see 3 types of responses to God’s Word:- a) Those who oppose the word. b) Those who believe the word. c) Those who reject the precious stone.

Times of Refreshing and Restoration

Times of Refreshing and Restoration | Acts 3: 17—26 | Pastor Joey Zorina

How can we experience “times of refreshing” when we’re weary? In our passage, we see that “times of refreshing” comes by: a) Turning from our ignorant rebellion. b) Listening to the prophetic scriptures. c) Receiving God’s promised blessing.

Made Strong By The Power of Christ

Made Strong By The Power of Christ | Acts 3: 1—16 | Pastor Joey Zorina

Here, we see a man crippled from birth who had to be carried to the temple gate daily. This man had many needs. But in v. 3, Peter and John were also on their way to the temple. Very often we don’t quite know what to expect; but Jesus is always ready to meet us—far beyond our expectations. So in our passage, we see: a) The weakness that cripples us. b) The power that strengthens us. c) The only name that saves us.

Portrait of A Spirit-Filled Community

Portrait of A Spirit-Filled Community | Acts 2: 41- 47 | Pastor Joey Zorina

What does a Spirit-filled community look like? Last week, we saw that the outpouring of the Spirit was followed by declaring the mighty works of God (ch. 2: 1-24). And the outpouring of the Spirit with Peter’s sermon had given birth to the early church (vv. 25-40). So in this passage, we see that a Spirit-filled community is: a) Devoted to teaching and fellowship. b) In awe of Jesus and generous. c) Worshipful and winsome.

Pentecost | The Spirits Presence and Power

Acts 2: 1--16 | The Spirit's Presence and Power | Pastor Joey Zorina.

What does Pentecost mean? For most Christians, Pentecost reminds us of speaking in unknown tongues. But how are we to understand this strange phenomenon? Follow along as we look at 3 insights on the work of the Holy Spirit from our passage: - a̎) The Spirit gives us power to witness. b̎) The Spirit opens our ears to hear˪ c̎) The Spirit shows us the risen Saviour.