Fellowship Church Middlebrook

Stable and SteadfastJune 1, 2025 • Devon Accardi • Colossians 1:3–14, Colossians 1:21–23This Sunday, Devon continues our summer series on Colossians. In Paul's letter to the Colossians, he meant to center the early church on the unchanging truth of Christ. Using the example of Epaphras, who heard the gospel and brought it home, he reminds us that ordinary people can carry extraordinary truth. Paul prays for the believers to be filled with wisdom, to live lives that reflect Jesus, to bear fruit, endure trials with joy, and grow in gratitude, offering a spiritual guide for a gospel-shaped life. We were once alienated from God but have been rescued and transferred into Christ's kingdom through His death and resurrection.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Through Him and for HimMay 25, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Colossians 1:15–20This Sunday, Greg began our summer series on Colossians, focusing on its profound theological depth. Paul wrote this letter to correct false teaching that diminished Jesus and instead presented Him as the image of God and the creator of all things. Jesus is not just part of creation—He is above it and holds it all together. Believers should see their identity as part of God's new creation, made to reflect His glory and rescued through Christ's supremacy, sacrifice, and resurrection.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Mars HillMay 11, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 17:16–34This Sunday, Greg continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 17, Paul engages the philosophers of Athens at Mars Hill—a city filled with idols and intellectual pride. Surrounded by temples to false gods, Paul boldly proclaims the one true God who made the world, gives life and breath to all, and cannot be contained by human temples or served by human hands. He confronts both Stoic and Epicurean worldviews, contextualizing the gospel in their language, and calls them to repent because God has appointed Jesus as the righteous judge, proven by His resurrection. The idols of our own culture—pleasure, power, success—are empty, but the gospel of Jesus is full of life and truth.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

A Woman, a Slave Girl, and a JailerMay 4, 2025 • RD McClenagan • Acts 16:11–40This Sunday, RD continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 16, we see how the gospel meets three very different people—a successful businesswoman, a spiritually oppressed slave girl, and a hardened Roman jailer—and transforms them each in unique ways through an encounter with Jesus. The gospel is for everyone; it transforms and disrupts, overturning personal lives and societal systems with the love and authority of Jesus. The result isn't just individual salvation but the formation of a radically diverse, Spirit-filled community called the church.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

A Door of FaithApril 27, 2025 • Devon Accardi • Acts 14:8–28This Sunday, Devon continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 13–14, Paul and Barnabas are sent out from Antioch. They preached across multiple cities, faced strong opposition, and ultimately saw the gospel begin to spread among the Gentiles, marking a major turning point in the early church. In the same way that God called Paul and Barnabas, He still calls ordinary people to walk through "doors of faith" to expand His Kingdom. Believers need to tune into the Holy Spirit, be intentionally present in the lives of those who don't know Jesus, and be committed to the long, patient work of spiritual influence.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The ChristiansApril 13, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 11:19–30This Sunday, Greg continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 11, we see the gospel spreading beyond the Jews to the Gentiles, especially in Antioch, where believers—fleeing persecution—boldly preached Christ across cultural lines. This moment marks a massive turning point in church history, as Peter's vision and Cornelius's conversion clear the way for the ceremonial law to be set aside, opening the door for all people to receive the gospel. Barnabas, a Levite and encourager, is sent to Antioch, and he brings Paul to help teach and establish the growing church—where believers are first called “Christians.” As more Gentiles believe, tension arises with Jewish Christians who still cling to the law, leading Paul to confront Peter's hypocrisy when he withdraws from Gentile fellowship. The message is clear: the gospel is for all people, and the church must go out—just as Palm Sunday represents people coming in, Antioch becomes the mirror image, sending God's people out with the good news to the whole world.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The ChristiansApril 13, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 11:19–30This Sunday, Greg continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 11, we see the gospel spreading beyond the Jews to the Gentiles, especially in Antioch, where believers—fleeing persecution—boldly preached Christ across cultural lines. This moment marks a massive turning point in church history, as Peter's vision and Cornelius's conversion clear the way for the ceremonial law to be set aside, opening the door for all people to receive the gospel. Barnabas, a Levite and encourager, is sent to Antioch, and he brings Paul to help teach and establish the growing church—where believers are first called “Christians.” As more Gentiles believe, tension arises with Jewish Christians who still cling to the law, leading Paul to confront Peter's hypocrisy when he withdraws from Gentile fellowship. The message is clear: the gospel is for all people, and the church must go out—just as Palm Sunday represents people coming in, Antioch becomes the mirror image, sending God's people out with the good news to the whole world.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

What God has Made CleanApril 6, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 10This Sunday, Greg continues our series on the Book of Acts. Acts 10 focuses on the radical transformation of Peter. Once a devout Jew who strictly followed the law, Peter is confronted by a vision from God telling him not to call anything unclean that God has made clean—challenging his deeply ingrained beliefs. This vision prepares Peter to enter the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion and Gentile, something no faithful Jew would have done. As Peter witnesses the Holy Spirit fall on Cornelius and his household, he realizes the gospel truly is for all people—it is God's grace that makes us clean, not our background, law-keeping, or social standing. Peter's obedience marks a turning point in the early church, where God uses him to help open the door of salvation to the Gentile world.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

A Chosen InstrumentMarch 30, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 9:1–31This Sunday, Greg continues our series on the Book of Acts. Acts 9 focuses on Saul's conversion to Christianity—a moment that changed the course of the world. Saul, was a brilliant Hellenized Jew, a Roman citizen, and a fierce persecutor of Christians before Jesus appeared to him in a blinding light on the road to Damascus. This encounter, where Jesus calls Saul personally, transforms him from a man of violence into a passionate teacher of the gospel. His story parallels many biblical themes—blindness and sight, suffering and calling, Old Testament arcs being fulfilled—and Paul becomes a chosen instrument to carry Jesus' name to the Gentiles. Like Paul, every believer is uniquely called by God to walk in good works He prepared in advance—even if it means suffering along the way.

Joy in the CityMarch 23, 2025 • RD McClenagan • Acts 8This Sunday, RD continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 8, the persecution of the early church had caused believers to scatter, which God used to spread the gospel. Philip brought the good news to Simon the magician and the Ethiopian eunuch. These encounters powerfully show us that the gospel is for everyone, even the outcast, and that God prepares hearts in advance to receive His Word. As believers, we must stay tender to the gospel, recover a sense of awe, and be embers ready for the Spirit's fire—so that there may be more joy in our city and beyond.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Seeds of CourageMarch 16, 2025 • Devon Accardi • Acts 7, Acts 6This Sunday, Devon continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 6 & 7, he walks us through the story of Stephen—highlighting his faith, his role in the early church, and the opposition he faced that led to his martyrdom. Stephen's vision of Jesus standing at the right hand of God is a powerful affirmation of Christ's presence and advocacy for believers. The contrast between Stephen's faithfulness and Saul's initial persecution of Christians illustrates the power of God's redemption. As believers, we need to trust God's sovereignty, endure the trials that come with faith, and embrace the cost of discipleship, knowing that God is working even in suffering to bring about His greater purpose.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

We Must Obey God Over MenMarch 9, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 5, Acts 6This Sunday, Greg Pinkner continues our series on the Book of Acts. Looking at Acts 5:1 - 6:15, he explains that biblical narratives, especially in Acts, are arranged intentionally to convey deeper theological truths, not just historical accounts. The passage highlights a pattern of highs and lows in the early church—miraculous healings, powerful sermons, arrests, and opposition—emphasizing that suffering and victory coexist in God's kingdom. Ananias and Sapphira's story underscores the seriousness of sin and the fear of the Lord, while Stephen's martyrdom shows that even the most faithful may suffer unjustly. As believers, we must trust that God is working through suffering, as seen in Christ's own journey from the cross to resurrection, and hold onto faith, even when life feels unbearable.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Boldness Through PrayerMarch 2, 2025 • RD McClenagan • Acts 4:23–37This Sunday, RD McClenagan continues our series on the Book of Acts. Acts 4:23-37 looks at Peter and John's healing of a lame man which led to intense opposition from the religious leaders. The leaders threatened them, ordering them to stop speaking in Jesus' name, but Peter and John refused, declaring that they could not stop speaking about what they had seen and heard. Their boldness came from their transformation through the Holy Spirit, showing the power of God's presence in their lives. Peter and John returned to the other believers, and together they prayed, acknowledging God's sovereignty and asking for more boldness to continue proclaiming the gospel. God responded by shaking the place where they are gathered, filling them with the Holy Spirit, and empowering them to keep speaking His word with courage, demonstrating that true strength comes from dependence on Him.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Holy and RighteousFebruary 16, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 3:11–26This Sunday, Greg Pinkner continues our series on the Book of Acts. Acts 3:11-26 is Peter's second sermon and follows the miraculous healing of a lame man, drawing a large crowd in Solomon's Portico, where Peter seizes the opportunity to proclaim Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promises. He connects Jesus to Israel's history, emphasizing that He is the suffering servant prophesied in Isaiah, the Holy and Righteous One whom they denied and handed over to Pilate, asking instead for a murderer to be released. Peter declares that Jesus, the Author of Life, was raised from the dead by God, and that faith in His name has brought healing and restoration. He calls the people to repentance, promising that their sins will be blotted out and that times of refreshing will come from the Lord. Ultimately, Peter points to Jesus as the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, sent first to Israel to bless them by turning them from their wickedness and inviting them into God's Kingdom.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The Hope for AllJanuary 26, 2025 • Devon Accardi • Acts 2:14–41This Sunday, Gospel Sunday, Devon Accardi continues our series on the Book of Acts. Acts 2:14-41 focus on Peter's sermon at Pentecost. Peter, empowered by the Holy Spirit, boldly preaches to the crowd, explaining that Jesus' death and resurrection fulfill Old Testament prophecy. He connects the moment to the prophecy of Joel, showing that God's Spirit is now poured out on all people, and calls the listeners to repentance and baptism. The passage culminates with 3,000 people believing and being added to the church, marking the explosive beginning of the gospel's spread. This same gospel message has continued unbroken for 2,000 years, calling believers to share it with those around them, just as Peter did in Acts.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

First FruitsJanuary 26, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Acts 2:1–13This Sunday, Greg Pinkner, continues our series on the Book of Acts. In Acts 2, we see the birth of the church as the Holy Spirit descends during Pentecost, marked by the mighty rushing wind and tongues of fire resting on each believer, symbolizing God's covenantal presence and action. This event is a reversal of the Tower of Babel, uniting people from different nations by enabling the apostles to speak in various tongues, allowing everyone to hear the gospel in their own language. The fire signifies God's presence, holiness, and purification, echoing His appearances throughout the Old Testament, from Moses' burning bush to the fire on Mount Sinai. Believers are now the temple of God, carrying His presence into the world, signifying a new covenant where the Spirit dwells within His people. This moment establishes the church as one people under one Lord, fulfilling God's redemptive plan and gathering the first fruits of His Kingdom.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The Ascent - A study in the Book of Acts

Now to HimJanuary 5, 2025 • Greg Pinkner • Romans 16:25–27This Sunday, Gospel Sunday, Greg teaches from Romans 16:25-27, where Paul summarizes the Gospel as God's power to strengthen believers through Jesus Christ. Christianity is not about personal perfection but trusting in God's unshakable foundation, emphasizing faith in His grace rather than self-effort. Mystery, not chaos, defines God's work in our lives, as the Gospel reveals truths previously hidden but now disclosed for all nations. We are to focus on faith-driven obedience, trusting God's purposes even in seasons of suffering and uncertainty.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The Last and Greatest DayDecember 29, 2024 • Greg Pinkner • John 7This Sunday, Greg teaches from John 7. He looks at the significance of New Year's as a time for renewal. He connects it to the Jewish festivals, particularly Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and the Festival of Booths, which illustrate God's provision and redemption. These festivals point to Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promises, offering living water and eternal rest for weary souls. Jesus' invitation to “come to me” is central to faith, as only through Him can we find true sustenance and life. We need to have reliance on God's grace, it is a guarantee of renewal and hope in Christ, far beyond the fleeting resolutions of a new year.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Christmas Eve at FellowshipDecember 24, 2024 • Greg Pinkner • Isaiah 60:1–21We often strive for perfection during the Christmas season, only to realize it's unattainable, as life is filled with imperfections and unexpected challenges. The story of Jesus' birth is a testament to this, set in a backdrop of political upheaval, hardship, and imperfection—far from the peaceful and ideal scenario we might imagine for the arrival of the Savior. Yet, the beauty of Christmas lies in the promise of God's presence with us, even in our brokenness and imperfection, offering hope and light amid darkness. The prophetic words of Isaiah remind us of a future where God's everlasting light and glory will make everything whole, a day when mourning will end, and righteousness will reign. Until then, Christmas serves as a glimpse of this ultimate redemption, reminding us of God's enduring presence and the hope of what is to come.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The God Who SeesDecember 15, 2024 • RD McClenagan • Genesis 16:7–14This Sunday, RD McClenagan continues our Advent series, focusing on the names of God and His unchanging nature. He looks at the name El Roi, "The God Who Sees." The longing to be seen, heard, and valued persists throughout life, shaping our interactions and deeply influencing how we experience love and belonging. The story of Hagar in Genesis 16 demonstrates God's attentiveness, as He sees her in her distress, asks meaningful questions, and provides for her, showing that His care extends to those society may overlook. To be fully known and truly loved is liberating and transformative, and it calls us to see, hear, and love others in the same way God does for us.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The Lord is My ShepherdDecember 8, 2024 • Devon Accardi • Psalm 23This Sunday, Devon Accardi continues our Advent series, focusing on the names of God and His unchanging nature. He looks at the name Jehovah Rohai, "The Lord My Shepherd." Using Psalm 23, he explores how God, as a shepherd, provides rest, security, and abundance, encouraging us to trust in His presence and provision in all circumstances. He also speaks on the dual reality of Advent as a celebration of Christ's first coming and a hopeful anticipation of His return.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

The Great I AmDecember 1, 2024 • Greg Pinkner • Exodus 3This Sunday, Greg begins our Advent series, focusing on the names of God and His unchanging nature. This teaching focuses on the name “I Am,” highlighting God's eternal presence and faithfulness across all generations, as seen in the story of Moses and the burning bush in Exodus. Greg looks at Israel's deliverance from Egypt and how it parallels Christ's mission to free us from sin. Just as God led the Israelites to freedom, He's still with us today, guiding and providing for us. God's promises never fail, and our salvation is secure because He never changes.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Earnestly I Seek YouNovember 10, 2024 • RD McClenagan • Psalm 63:1–4This Sunday, RD begins a two week series on Psalm 63. He looks at the stories of Martha and Mary and King David, highlighting the importance of choosing what truly matters: sitting at His feet and seeking Him wholeheartedly. As believers, we need to rekindle our desire for God, seeking intimacy and deeper connection rather than getting lost in busyness and distractions. We should have a "first love" posture, a passionate pursuit of God that transforms our personal lives and interactions with others. Through heartfelt prayer and worship, the invitation is to experience the fullness of God's presence, allowing His love to fuel a genuine, burning desire to know Him more.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

I Will Boast in ChristNovember 3, 2024 • Greg Pinkner • Galatians 6:11–18This Sunday, Greg teaches from Galatians 6:11-18, finishing our series on Galatians. In these verses, Paul concludes his letter by affirming that salvation comes solely through faith in Christ, without the need for additional religious rituals. Adding requirements to the gospel nullifies its power and dishonors Christ's sacrifice. True Christianity isn't about outward appearances but about becoming a new creation in Christ. Paul reminds believers that their lives should focus on glorifying God, not seeking approval from the world or boasting in personal accomplishments.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

Sowing and ReapingOctober 27, 2024 • RD McClenagan • Galatians 6:7–10This Sunday, RD teaches from Galatians 6:7-10 and the biblical principle of sowing and reaping, urging self-reflection on the kind of "fruit" one's life produces. We are called to assess our lives honestly, asking what outcomes are emerging from our actions and habits. We will each reap what we sow, whether positive or negative, based on whether we are investing in spiritual or fleshly pursuits. Faithfulness may not always yield immediate results, but persistent, godly living promises that spiritual investments will yield an eternal, righteous harvest, even if unseen in the present.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/