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Ordinary people become extraordinary vessels when they surrender to the Holy Spirit's guidance. This powerful message explores what happens when believers commit to radical obedience, regardless of how foolish they might appear to others.

Through decades of ministry experience, our speaker shares vulnerable stories that reveal God's pattern of working through simple acts of faithfulness. The remarkable account of a blind baby receiving sight after a simple declaration of healing demonstrates how God honors obedience over ability. Equally moving is the story of a hardened biker who finally surrendered to Christ after three separate believers approached him—each thinking they had failed in their witnessing attempt.

The message skillfully unpacks essential truths about the local church using three primary biblical metaphors: the Bride of Christ, the Body of Christ, and an Army under orders. These compelling images challenge contemporary notions that one can follow Jesus without committed church involvement. As the speaker boldly asserts, "How can you say you accept Christ when you reject his bride?"

Particularly illuminating is the discussion of spiritual gifts, where the speaker challenges common misconceptions. Rather than gifts being received through faith or human effort, they are distributed by the Spirit according to His will for specific purposes. We don't receive all gifts; rather, God equips us with exactly what we need for the ministry He's called us to perform.

The teachings culminate in an exploration of end-times prophecy, proposing that the fig tree blossoming in Matthew 24 symbolizes Israel's rebirth as a nation in 1948. This interpretation suggests we may indeed be living in the final generation before Christ's return—a time when God will pour out His Spirit on ordinary believers who will perform extraordinary miracles.

Are you ready to die to self and reputation to follow the Spirit's leading? The choice is yours, but as this message powerfully demonstrates, when ordinary people say yes to God's sometimes uncomfortable promptings, lives are transformed in ways statistics and strategies could never accomplish.

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Have you ever let the fear of rejection hold you back from sharing your faith? You're not alone. In this powerful exploration of Acts 14:8-20, we confront one of the biggest obstacles Christians face when it comes to evangelism: the paralyzing fear of being rejected.

The story begins with a miraculous healing in Lystra, where Paul enables a man crippled from birth to walk instantly. What follows is both comical and profound—the locals mistake Paul and Barnabas for Greek gods, attempting to offer sacrifices to them. Despite their protests, the people cling to their traditions. Eventually, Jews from nearby cities stir up opposition, and Paul is stoned and left for dead. Yet amazingly, he gets up and continues his mission in the next town.

This narrative offers us profound insights into why people reject the gospel. Some struggle with reconciling a good God with the presence of suffering in the world. Others find themselves blinded by deeply-entrenched traditions and cultural beliefs. Understanding these barriers helps us recognize that rejection isn't personal—as Jesus said, "If they hate you, remember they hated me first."

Drawing fascinating parallels to the story of Jia Jiang—who deliberately sought rejection for 100 consecutive days to overcome his fear—we discover a transformative truth: the reward of seeing someone come to salvation infinitely outweighs the temporary pain of rejection. Like Paul, we need both compassion for the lost and the power of the Holy Spirit to speak boldly despite opposition.

How would your life change if you asked yourself: "Is your dream—your love for lost people—bigger than your fear of rejection?" This week, challenge yourself to share Jesus with at least one person. Because while you worry about hearing "no," consider the greater possibility: what if they say "yes"?

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What does it mean to be a real follower of Jesus in a world that's actively working to poison minds against Christianity? This powerful examination of Acts 14 reveals the three non-negotiable requirements of authentic discipleship that separate cultural Christians from true disciples.

The greatest decision we face isn't about career, relationships, or location—it's whether we will follow Jesus wholeheartedly. As Paul and Barnabas demonstrate in their missionary journey to Iconium, genuine faith demands more than wearing a Christian badge or expressing religious sentiment.

First, following Jesus requires belief—not just intellectual acknowledgment of facts, but heart-level conviction that transforms your core identity. When the religious leaders couldn't defeat the apostles' message through debate, they resorted to character assassination, a tactic still employed today. Through media control, educational systems, and entertainment, our culture subtly poisons minds against Christians while portraying immorality as virtue.

Second, authentic discipleship demands complete allegiance. When the gospel divides a community, there is no neutral ground—you either stand with Christ or against Him. This allegiance means surrendering lordship of your life, regardless of the cost.

Finally, true faith perseveres. When threatened with stoning, Paul and Barnabas didn't abandon their mission but continued preaching elsewhere. Many profess faith but fall away when faced with persecution or tempted by worldly pleasures. As Jesus warned, only "the one who endures to the end will be saved."

The moving story behind "I Have Decided to Follow Jesus" perfectly captures this commitment. When a tribal chief in India executed a convert's family before his eyes, the man's final words remained, "No turning back." Like him, may we fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith—for what profit is it to gain the whole world yet lose your soul?

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The profound difference between hearing and listening forms the foundation of Pastor Chris's message on Acts 13:13-52. Throughout history, God has been working with purpose, revealing that Jesus is the culmination of His divine plan for humanity's redemption. What does listening to God's Word involve?

• Listening requires remembrance of history's purpose - God was actively working through Israel's story, to bring about the Messiah and His Kingdom.

• Listening requires the recognition that Jesus is the fulfillment of Israel's story and a myriad of detailed prophecies.

• True listening to the gospel requires response - you can't remain neutral

• One can reject Jesus or receive Him; the first results in judgement while the latter in eternal life. What you can't do is remain neutral.

Today is the day of salvation. If you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts. Let's not just be hearers but doers of the Word.

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The people we surround ourselves with shape who we become. Pastor Ben takes us through Acts 13:4-12, exploring the powerful confrontation between Paul and Bar-Jesus, a false prophet who opposed the gospel message despite his impressive-sounding credentials.

Drawing from the timeless wisdom that "show me your friends and I'll show you your future," this message examines how the influences in our lives—whether people, media, or entertainment—can either draw us closer to Christ or pull us away. Through personal stories and biblical insights, Pastor Ben challenges us to evaluate whether what we allow into our lives is moving us toward spiritual growth or hindering our journey.

Are you surrounding yourself with people and influences that make you more like Christ? Join us as we explore how to build a life centered on godly influences and become life-giving influences for others.

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Discover the transformative spiritual practice that's hiding in plain sight throughout Scripture yet rarely discussed in modern churches. Fasting—mentioned over 60 times in the Bible and practiced by Jesus himself—has largely disappeared from our spiritual conversations despite its profound impact on our relationship with God.

What makes this ancient discipline so powerful? Unlike other spiritual practices, fasting uniquely demonstrates our desire for God above all else by temporarily setting aside His good gifts (typically food) to focus more fully on Him. As Augustine wrote, fasting is "for Christians what exercise is for the athlete," strengthening us for life's battles and sharpening our spiritual sight.

Our journey through Acts 13 reveals how the early church at Antioch was "worshiping the Lord and fasting" when the Holy Spirit directed them to commission Paul and Barnabas for missionary work. This pivotal moment in church history—the launching of the first missionary journey—emerged directly from a time of corporate fasting. The text mentions fasting twice in just three verses, highlighting its significance in hearing God's voice with clarity.

Will you accept the challenge to rediscover what generations of faithful believers have known? Your spiritual journey might be transformed by what you discover when you fast.

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Prayer is not just a religious ritual but a transformative force that can break chains, open prison doors, and change seemingly impossible situations. This message dives deep into the power of intercessory prayer—the practice of fervently taking others' needs before God—as dramatically illustrated in Acts 12.

The message tackles challenging questions about prayer's relationship to God's sovereignty. Why was Peter rescued while James was executed? If God is sovereign, why pray at all? Through exploring these questions, we gain deeper insight into how prayer doesn't change God's mind but rather activates His power as He has designed prayer to be one of the means through which He accomplishes His purposes.

Whether you're new to prayer or have been praying for decades, this message will reignite your passion for intercession by revealing how your earnest prayers for others can bring about supernatural intervention. Join us Wednesday nights at 7pm as we put these principles into practice together and watch God move in power.

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Every human being is a disciple of someone or something. Whether consciously or unconsciously, we're all being shaped by the voices we listen to most—political ideologies, entertainment, social media, or Christ himself. Discipleship is power: it shapes our individual lives, our homes, nations, and the world.

Whether you're a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this message challenges you to evaluate who's discipling you and how you're discipling others. The discipleship journey isn't measured by comparing yourself to others, but by asking: "Do I look more like Christ today than I did yesterday?" Join us as we explore how the ancient church's discipleship practices can transform our lives and communities today.

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