A Bible teaching titled “Forgiven” from Acts 13:36-39 by Brett Meador.저자 Brett Meador

A Bible teaching titled “Forgiven” from Acts 13:36-39 by Brett Meador.저자 Brett Meador

Following Peter’s vision concerning the Gentiles, the church continues growing, and the Gospel spreads rapidly in Acts 11-12. However, the explosion of Christianity sparks persecution from Herod, who kills James and imprisons Peter. Yet we still see that God is in control as Peter is miraculously freed through the power of prayer and angelic interv…

Following Peter’s vision concerning the Gentiles, the church continues growing, and the Gospel spreads rapidly in Acts 11-12. However, the explosion of Christianity sparks persecution from Herod, who kills James and imprisons Peter. Yet we still see that God is in control as Peter is miraculously freed through the power of prayer and angelic interv…

The Gospel reaches the prominent but wicked city of Antioch in Acts 11:19-21, and many people become believers as a result. Similarly, we desire to impact the city of Portland, Oregon, and shine the light of Jesus Christ within our dark community. In this special message, Pastor Brett shares plans to reach the Portland metro area with the Good News…

The Gospel reaches the prominent but wicked city of Antioch in Acts 11:19-21, and many people become believers as a result. Similarly, we desire to impact the city of Portland, Oregon, and shine the light of Jesus Christ within our dark community. In this special message, Pastor Brett shares plans to reach the Portland metro area with the Good News…

God orchestrates an extraordinary scenario in Acts 10, leading to the salvation of Gentiles and their inclusion into the Church. As we watch the story unfold, we meet a diverse cast of characters who all played a unique role, see how God combined vision and confirmation to accomplish His purpose, and hear the Gospel message of salvation through Jes…

God orchestrates an extraordinary scenario in Acts 10, leading to the salvation of Gentiles and their inclusion into the Church. As we watch the story unfold, we meet a diverse cast of characters who all played a unique role, see how God combined vision and confirmation to accomplish His purpose, and hear the Gospel message of salvation through Jes…

While praying on a rooftop, Peter receives a vision in Acts 10:9-20 that would interestingly impact the early church and Christianity to this day. As we study Peter’s vision and its implications, we examine how the Lord can still give us dreams and visions as we seek Him and how we can have confirmation that they are from Him.…

While praying on a rooftop, Peter receives a vision in Acts 10:9-20 that would interestingly impact the early church and Christianity to this day. As we study Peter’s vision and its implications, we examine how the Lord can still give us dreams and visions as we seek Him and how we can have confirmation that they are from Him.…

Things take a significant turn for the early church in Acts 9:20-43 as Saul, once their primary persecutor, converts to Christianity and exits the scene to prepare for his future ministry. Meanwhile, we catch up with Peter, who continues to follow Jesus' example while boldly sharing the Gospel throughout the region.…

Things take a significant turn for the early church in Acts 9:20-43 as Saul, once their primary persecutor, converts to Christianity and exits the scene to prepare for his future ministry. Meanwhile, we catch up with Peter, who continues to follow Jesus' example while boldly sharing the Gospel throughout the region.…

Saul of Tarsus is on his way to threaten and murder the Christians in Damascus when he has a life-changing encounter with God in Acts 9:1-19. In this dramatic account of his conversion, we see God knock Saul down to show him the error of his ways and extend his free gift of salvation to even the most unlikely person.…

Saul of Tarsus is on his way to threaten and murder the Christians in Damascus when he has a life-changing encounter with God in Acts 9:1-19. In this dramatic account of his conversion, we see God knock Saul down to show him the error of his ways and extend his free gift of salvation to even the most unlikely person.…

When Saul's persecution begins to scatter the church, Philip travels to Samaria, where he encounters a sorcerer and an Ethiopian eunuch. As we meet this interesting cast of characters in Acts 8, we study the varied responses to Philip's preaching while learning important lessons about evangelism, salvation, and the power of the Holy Spirit.…

When Saul's persecution begins to scatter the church, Philip travels to Samaria, where he encounters a sorcerer and an Ethiopian eunuch. As we meet this interesting cast of characters in Acts 8, we study the varied responses to Philip's preaching while learning important lessons about evangelism, salvation, and the power of the Holy Spirit.…

In an incredible God-ordained circumstance, Philip finds himself in the desert sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with a traveling Ethiopian in Acts 8:26-40. In the same way, we are also called to share the message of salvation through Jesus with the people God places in our path. With Philip as our example, we learn how God often orchestrates circ…

In an incredible God-ordained circumstance, Philip finds himself in the desert sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with a traveling Ethiopian in Acts 8:26-40. In the same way, we are also called to share the message of salvation through Jesus with the people God places in our path. With Philip as our example, we learn how God often orchestrates circ…

Stephen concludes his sermon in Acts 7:37-8:3 with bold accusations against the religious leaders for continually failing to truly follow God’s law, turning to idolatry, missing His glory, and being spiritually dead. As their outrage culminates in Stephen’s death by stoning, we are introduced to Saul, who launches a rampage of persecution against t…

Stephen concludes his sermon in Acts 7:37-8:3 with bold accusations against the religious leaders for continually failing to truly follow God’s law, turning to idolatry, missing His glory, and being spiritually dead. As their outrage culminates in Stephen’s death by stoning, we are introduced to Saul, who launches a rampage of persecution against t…

As Stephen is stoned to death, he utters some truly remarkable last words in Acts 7:59-60 that reveal the powerful transformation Jesus had upon his life. In much the same way, Jesus wants to change us too. As we study, we learn how He can bring about this change in our lives by rescuing us from our sins and giving us new hearts that will help us f…

As Stephen is stoned to death, he utters some truly remarkable last words in Acts 7:59-60 that reveal the powerful transformation Jesus had upon his life. In much the same way, Jesus wants to change us too. As we study, we learn how He can bring about this change in our lives by rescuing us from our sins and giving us new hearts that will help us f…

In one of Scripture's most powerful sermons, Stephen recounts Israel's history to reveal how it foreshadowed Jesus as the Messiah while addressing the people's repeated rejection of God’s plan. As we study the first half of his message in Acts 7:1-43, we cover their history from Abraham to Moses to see the prophetic implications, the beginning of G…

In one of Scripture's most powerful sermons, Stephen recounts Israel's history to reveal how it foreshadowed Jesus as the Messiah while addressing the people's repeated rejection of God’s plan. As we study the first half of his message in Acts 7:1-43, we cover their history from Abraham to Moses to see the prophetic implications, the beginning of G…

Accused of blasphemy by the religious leaders, Stephen begins his defense in Acts 7:2-8 with a history lesson on God’s promise to give Abraham’s descendants the land of Israel. Starting with Stephen’s statement, we trace Israel’s history to the present day to explore who should possess the land and why, the current narrative in the Middle East, and…

Accused of blasphemy by the religious leaders, Stephen begins his defense in Acts 7:2-8 with a history lesson on God’s promise to give Abraham’s descendants the land of Israel. Starting with Stephen’s statement, we trace Israel’s history to the present day to explore who should possess the land and why, the current narrative in the Middle East, and…

The early church is growing and doing great things in Acts 6, but complaining begins to creep in as organizational challenges arise. As we study their problem, we see how church leadership addressed the issue and how their solution continues to influence the organization of the church even today.저자 Brett Meador

The early church is growing and doing great things in Acts 6, but complaining begins to creep in as organizational challenges arise. As we study their problem, we see how church leadership addressed the issue and how their solution continues to influence the organization of the church even today.저자 Brett Meador

While Stephen is preaching about Jesus in Acts 6:8-15, a group of men come against him by spreading lies and accusing him of sharing misinformation. And unfortunately, twisting the truth is the oldest trick in the book and is still in play today. As we study how truth is distorted, we learn how to combat these attacks by knowing what Scripture actu…

While Stephen is preaching about Jesus in Acts 6:8-15, a group of men come against him by spreading lies and accusing him of sharing misinformation. And unfortunately, twisting the truth is the oldest trick in the book and is still in play today. As we study how truth is distorted, we learn how to combat these attacks by knowing what Scripture actu…

The early church is flourishing in Acts 5 as many come to know the Lord, miracles abound, and the Gospel is boldly proclaimed. However, Satan attempts to stop the growing power of the church with attacks from both within and without, and the opposition becomes increasingly hostile.저자 Brett Meador

The early church is flourishing in Acts 5 as many come to know the Lord, miracles abound, and the Gospel is boldly proclaimed. However, Satan attempts to stop the growing power of the church with attacks from both within and without, and the opposition becomes increasingly hostile.저자 Brett Meador

Ananias and Sapphira appear to be outstanding members of the early church in Acts 5:1-11, but an act of hypocrisy and deceit leads to their dramatic destruction. By examining why God made an example of them—and others throughout Scripture—we uncover why hypocrisy in the church is so serious, the importance of fleeing from unrighteousness, and how G…

Ananias and Sapphira appear to be outstanding members of the early church in Acts 5:1-11, but an act of hypocrisy and deceit leads to their dramatic destruction. By examining why God made an example of them—and others throughout Scripture—we uncover why hypocrisy in the church is so serious, the importance of fleeing from unrighteousness, and how G…

The religious leaders are furious with Peter and John in Acts 4 for preaching the name of Jesus Christ and respond by arresting them and forbidding them to do so. Despite this mounting persecution, Peter and John are ultimately released, and the church gathers to pray for boldness, asking the Holy Spirit to fill them with the courage to continue de…

The religious leaders are furious with Peter and John in Acts 4 for preaching the name of Jesus Christ and respond by arresting them and forbidding them to do so. Despite this mounting persecution, Peter and John are ultimately released, and the church gathers to pray for boldness, asking the Holy Spirit to fill them with the courage to continue de…

After healing a crippled man and preaching about Jesus to the astonished crowd, Peter and John find themselves in big trouble with the religious leaders. As Peter defends their actions in Acts 4:1-14, he boldly declares who Jesus is and that salvation can only come through Him.저자 Brett Meador

After healing a crippled man and preaching about Jesus to the astonished crowd, Peter and John find themselves in big trouble with the religious leaders. As Peter defends their actions in Acts 4:1-14, he boldly declares who Jesus is and that salvation can only come through Him.저자 Brett Meador

After healing a crippled man, Peter addresses a marveling crowd in Acts 3, telling them about the promised Messiah whom they rejected and crucified and how He fulfilled Old Testament prophecies. As we study his powerful message about Jesus, we learn about the power of faith, the necessity of repentance, and how Jesus’ death ultimately blessed the e…

After healing a crippled man, Peter addresses a marveling crowd in Acts 3, telling them about the promised Messiah whom they rejected and crucified and how He fulfilled Old Testament prophecies. As we study his powerful message about Jesus, we learn about the power of faith, the necessity of repentance, and how Jesus’ death ultimately blessed the e…

In Acts 3:1-11 we meet a crippled man begging near the Temple gates. As Peter and John come across him, they offer him something far greater than silver or gold. As we see the man healed and enter the Temple with rejoicing, we uncover valuable lessons about salvation, listening to the Holy Spirit, and what our praise should look like.…

In Acts 3:1-11 we meet a crippled man begging near the Temple gates. As Peter and John come across him, they offer him something far greater than silver or gold. As we see the man healed and enter the Temple with rejoicing, we uncover valuable lessons about salvation, listening to the Holy Spirit, and what our praise should look like.…

The disciples and their fellow believers were gathered together on Pentecost in Acts 2 when the Holy Spirit rushes upon them as a mighty wind. As we watch the aftermath of this event unfold, we begin to explore what speaking in tongues and prophesying means and hear Peter preach a powerful Scripture-based sermon that would lead many to Christ and l…

The disciples and their fellow believers were gathered together on Pentecost in Acts 2 when the Holy Spirit rushes upon them as a mighty wind. As we watch the aftermath of this event unfold, we begin to explore what speaking in tongues and prophesying means and hear Peter preach a powerful Scripture-based sermon that would lead many to Christ and l…

What should a church look like? Are the things a church chooses to focus on really important? How can we know if a church is doing what God desires? Fortunately, Acts 2:41-47 helps us answer these questions by giving us a clear model of what churches should be doing and what matters when it comes to how we worship, teach, and engage with each other…

What should a church look like? Are the things a church chooses to focus on really important? How can we know if a church is doing what God desires? Fortunately, Acts 2:41-47 helps us answer these questions by giving us a clear model of what churches should be doing and what matters when it comes to how we worship, teach, and engage with each other…

Luke begins his account in Acts 1 by recounting the events following Jesus' resurrection, His ascension, and the actions of the disciples afterward. As we dive into this study, we explore how Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit sets the course for the book, what the disciples did while they waited, and how Jesus' ascension helps us understand the rap…

Luke begins his account in Acts 1 by recounting the events following Jesus' resurrection, His ascension, and the actions of the disciples afterward. As we dive into this study, we explore how Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit sets the course for the book, what the disciples did while they waited, and how Jesus' ascension helps us understand the rap…

We begin our study of the Book of Acts by exploring Luke's prologue in Acts 1:1-3 as an introduction, followed by a high-level overview of what the rest of the book holds. Join us as we examine God's model for the church and learn the incredible history of how Christianity took root and spread across the world.…

We begin our study of the Book of Acts by exploring Luke's prologue in Acts 1:1-3 as an introduction, followed by a high-level overview of what the rest of the book holds. Join us as we examine God's model for the church and learn the incredible history of how Christianity took root and spread across the world.…