The True King Rules
August 27, 2023
Andrew Dawson walks through Acts 12:1–25 as a dramatic clash between Herod and the true King, showing that even in persecution, imprisonment, and death, Jesus remains sovereign. Through James’s martyrdom, Peter’s miraculous rescue, and Herod’s sudden downfall, Andrew emphasizes that believers can trust Christ’s authority and goodness in every circumstance, grounding their confidence in Jesus’ suffering and resurrection.
Showdown in Jerusalem
January 14, 2024
Stephen McHarg examines Acts 21:16–40 to show how Paul responded to persecution with humility, unity, and unwavering trust in God, even amid slander, violence, and arrest. Tracing themes of communion, concern, compromise, and consequence, he highlights Paul’s Christlike restraint and willingness to suffer for the sake of the gospel.
Trusting God in the Midst of the Storm
February 25, 2024
Nick Azzuolo reflects on Paul’s shipwreck in Acts 27 to show that believers can trust God in the midst of life’s fiercest storms. He highlights how God shows up with reassurance, brings supportive people alongside us, and patiently guides us through prolonged trials, using even hardship to deepen our faith and strengthen our roots.