Living the Spirit-Filled Life
June 4, 2023
James Fuoco calls believers to live a Spirit-filled life by looking at Peter and John in Acts 4:1–31, showing how the Holy Spirit empowered them to stand firm under persecution, proclaim salvation in Jesus’ name with bold authority, and obey God despite threats. He highlights four marks of such a life: expecting opposition for righteousness, speaking with Christ-centered authority, remaining obedient under pressure, and pursuing unity and prayerful dependence within the church.
A Magician Named Simon
July 16, 2023
Stephen McHarg contrasts Simon the sorcerer with genuine saving faith, showing how Simon’s belief and baptism masked a proud heart that desired power rather than repentance. Walking through Acts 8 in its broader context, he urges listeners to examine their own hearts, reject the lure of power and spectacle, and trust in Christ alone as the true source of salvation and transformation.
God Shows No Favoritism
August 13, 2023
Glenn Smith walks through the story of Cornelius and Peter in Acts 10:1-48, showing how God shattered long-standing ethnic and religious barriers and revealing that the gospel truly is for everyone. He highlights the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Gentiles, confirming that God shows no favoritism, and calling the church to reject partiality and participate fully in God’s inclusive saving work.
Freedom From the Chains of Bondage
October 8, 2023
James Fuoco explores Acts 16:16–40 by tracing three powerful scenes of deliverance. He emphasizes that no form of darkness, suffering, or sin can withstand the authority of Christ, and that God often uses trials to accomplish greater redemptive purposes. He concludes with a clear call to believe in the Lord Jesus for salvation and to respond in obedient baptism as an outward declaration of inward freedom.
The Trial Before Felix
February 4, 2024
Bolaji Jegede urges listeners, through Paul’s encounter with Felix in Acts 24, to recognize that there is no more convenient time than now to respond to the gospel. He calls both unbelievers and believers to reject spiritual procrastination and to respond immediately and faithfully to God’s prompting.