Chris Sheppard

Hebrews 11:29-31 presents the Exodus generation and Rahab as examples of faith in deliverance, conquering, and salvation. The message calls believers to see faith as both the way to life and the way to live before God.

Acts 16:1-10 shows God preparing the second missionary journey through Timothy's addition, careful ministry decisions, and the Macedonian call. The message emphasizes that open doors for gospel work are often preceded by faithful

The seven sayings from the cross reveal the glory of Christ's saving work, His compassion, His true humanity, and His complete obedience unto death. The message celebrates the unique, sufficient death of the Savior who came to save sinners.

Hebrews 11:27-28 shows Moses enduring by faith, rejecting Egypt's gods, and keeping the Passover according to God's provision. The message urges believers to shape their lives around God's saving purpose, His people, and the eternal reward.

Acts 15 shows the church guarding the gospel of grace while promoting fellowship and unity among Jewish and Gentile believers. The message distinguishes God's commands from personal convictions so that neither salvation nor church unity is

Church Unity

Hebrews 11:24-26 shows Moses making costly decisions of faith by choosing reproach with God's people over the treasures of Egypt. The message calls believers to follow the Lord fully, even when obedience is sacrificial and life-altering.

Hebrews 11:23 presents Moses' parents as examples of faith-filled courage in the face of real danger. The message calls families to make faithful decisions before God even when fear and pressure are strong.

Acts 15:1-5 introduces the crisis of works salvation entering the church through those who required circumcision and the law for salvation. The message warns that adding works to Christ threatens the gospel, the mission of the church, and

Acts 6 gives the church a pattern for selecting qualified deacons to meet real needs without distracting from the ministry of the Word and prayer. The message prepares the congregation to examine, nominate, and affirm men for deacon service

Acts 14:20-28 shows Paul and Barnabas returning through the churches to strengthen disciples, appoint elders, and report what God had done. The message highlights the apostolic pattern of preaching the gospel, establishing churches, and