The Acts of the Holy Spirit through the Apostles

Acts 8 explains the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Samaritans as a unique moment in the expansion of the one church. The sermon distinguishes that redemptive-historical event from the believer's ongoing responsibility to live the

SamaritansHoly SpiritOne ChurchSpirit-Filled Life

Acts 8 presents Simon the magician as an unbelieving believer: one who professed faith outwardly while his heart remained unchanged. The sermon warns that false profession can arise even under true gospel preaching and powerful ministry.

Simon MagusFalse ProfessionUnbelieving BelieverGospel Preaching

Acts 8 shows persecution scattering the Jerusalem church and carrying the gospel into Judea and Samaria. The sermon highlights God's sovereignty in using opposition to advance the church when believers remain faithful to the Word.

Church ScatteredPersecutionGospel AdvanceJudea and Samaria

Acts 7:54-60 records Stephen's death as the first Christian martyr and displays Spirit-filled character under persecution. The sermon calls believers to live faithfully and leave the plan for suffering or service in God's hands.

StephenMartyrdomSpirit-Filled LifePersecution

Acts 7 records Stephen's sermon before the Sanhedrin, tracing Israel's history and exposing resistance to God's messengers. The sermon shows how God used even Stephen's rejection and death to advance the gospel and prepare for Saul's

Stephen's SermonSanhedrinIsrael's RebellionGospel Advance

Acts 6:8-15 shows Stephen serving faithfully, speaking with Spirit-given wisdom, and standing before hostile leaders with the face of an angel. The sermon highlights a servant whose character and courage prepared him for greater usefulness

StephenServant CharacterSpirit-Filled WitnessFace of an Angel

Acts 6:1-7 shows a real division in the Jerusalem church when widows were neglected, and a wise solution was brought forward. The sermon highlights how Spirit-filled service protected unity, cared for needs, and kept the ministry of the

Widows NeglectedChurch UnityServant LeadershipWord and Prayer

Acts 5:17-33 shows the second outbreak of persecution against the church as the apostles are arrested and commanded to stop preaching. The sermon calls the church to obey God, keep proclaiming the gospel, and use seasons of peace for

Church PersecutionObeying GodApostolic WitnessGospel Boldness

Acts 5:12-16 describes the Jerusalem church after the severe purification of Ananias and Sapphira. The sermon shows a church marked by holy fear, Spirit-wrought power, unity, and continued growth after painful difficulty.

Church PurityHoly SpiritReverent FearChurch Growth

Acts 5:1-11 shows how sin entered the Jerusalem church through Ananias and Sapphira and how seriously God dealt with it. The sermon warns that hidden sin can infiltrate the church for destructive purposes and must be met with holy fear.

Church PurityAnanias and SapphiraSin in ChurchChurch Discipline