Are you just a believer, or are you a disciple living in the power of God? Is there a difference between knowing about Jesus and being empowered by His Spirit to live a transformed life? In this sermon, "Living in the Power of God," we join the Apostle Paul in Ephesus, where he encounters a group of disciples with a shocking gap in their knowledge: they had never heard of the Holy Spirit. This pivotal moment from Acts 19 serves as a launching point to explore what it truly means to follow Christ. It's not enough to simply repent; we are called to be filled with the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses. This message unpacks three essential components of a powerful, Spirit-filled life: The Holy Spirit: Discover why the Spirit is not an optional extra but the essential source of power for every believer. Teaching & Instruction: Understand the vital role of sound doctrine and continual learning in spiritual growth. Evidence of Growth: Learn to recognize the signs of a transformed life, from spiritual gifts to godly character. If you desire to go deeper in your faith and move from simply knowing about God to truly living in His power, this message is for you.

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Acts 19:1-12

Is your job just a way to pay the bills, or could it be a platform for God's work? How do we find divine purpose in our daily tasks, routines, and relationships?

In "Faithfulness and Work," we follow the Apostle Paul from the philosophical heights of Athens to the notoriously tough city of Corinth. It's here, in a difficult mission field, that he meets fellow tentmakers Aquila and Priscilla. This sermon explores how their partnership in an ordinary trade became a powerful model for ministry, proving that the most profound Kingdom work often happens outside the church walls.

Discover three transformative truths about your own life:

You can turn your work into worship.

You can make a Kingdom impact through your relationships.

You can be faithful even in the small things.

This message will challenge you to see your daily life as your primary mission field and equip you to serve God right where you are.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction & Scripture Reading (Acts 18:1-4)

(01:22) Paul's Journey to the Difficult City of Corinth

(06:03) Main Idea: How God Uses Ordinary Work for His Kingdom

(07:11) Point 1: Turn Your Work into Worship

(11:32) Point 2: Make a Kingdom Impact Through Relationships

(15:08) Point 3: Be Faithful in the Small Things

(16:55) 4 Questions for Your Life and Work

(21:06) Closing Prayer

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Acts 18: 1– 4

In a world full of different beliefs, philosophies, and idols, how do you find the one true God? More importantly, how do you connect with people who seem spiritually lost without condemning them? Join us for "The Unknown God," a sermon that takes us to the intellectual heart of the ancient world—Athens—with the Apostle Paul. As he walks through a city filled with statues, he's distressed by the idol worship. But instead of condemning the people, he finds a brilliant starting point for the Gospel: an altar dedicated "TO THE UNKNOWN GOD." From this single inscription, Paul begins to reveal the God they've been worshiping in ignorance—the Creator of the universe, the Sustainer of life, and the Father of all mankind. This message unpacks Paul's masterclass in evangelism and reveals timeless truths for sharing our own faith: Meet people where they are without judgment. Find common ground to build a bridge for the Gospel. Address the deep human need to belong. Always point to the ultimate proof: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Learn how to share your hope with gentleness and respect by introducing people to the God they may not even know they're searching for.

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Acts 17: 16-23

Have you ever wondered why God has placed you in a certain city, job, or situation? Do you sometimes question His plan when it doesn't match your expectations? In this sermon, "The Lord Opened Her Heart," we journey with the Apostle Paul to Philippi. He arrives following a vision from God, expecting something big, but instead finds a small group of women praying by a river. It's here that we meet Lydia, a successful businesswoman whose life is transformed when "the Lord opened her heart" to the Gospel. Lydia's story is a beautiful illustration of what happens when we trust God's direction, even when it's confusing. Her immediate response of faith, baptism, and hospitality became the foundation for the very first church in Europe. This message explores four vital truths for our own lives: we must trust where God leads us, embrace the community He gives us, commit to meeting together, and continually love one another. If you're seeking to understand your place in God's plan, this sermon will open your heart to the unexpected ways He works.

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Acts 16: 11-15