Podcasts about Acts 16

This is the message from our weekend services on 7/13/2025 with Pastor Chet Lowe.

In our world today - there's a skepticism about Christianity (although, it's shifting!). The idea that a Palestinian Jew from the 1st century died and rose again - and that having something to do with our salvation - sounds laughable.But this is no new challenge.Paul received a similar response when he shared his faith with the people of Athens (cf Acts 17:32). And yet, the case for Christianity was so compelling to that 1st century audience that the masses joined this minor movement.Why were "some" of that Athenian crowd compelled? How did the minor movement of Christianity convince a larger Roman culture positioned against it?Listen as Pastor Kevin unpacks Paul's message to the "men of Athens" -- and see the relevance of that same message for us today.

The Old and New Covenant: A Conversation with Dr. David MathewsonIn this insightful episode of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane sit down with Dr. David Mathewson to unpack the profound differences—and connections—between the Old and New Covenants. Dr. Mathewson, a respected biblical scholar, brings clarity and depth to understanding why the new covenant, promised in Scripture and fulfilled in Christ, changes everything about how we relate to God. Join us for a rich conversation full of biblical wisdom, practical insight, and encouragement to embrace the better promises found in Jesus.____________________________________Connect with Dr. David Mathewson:Website: https://denverseminary.edu/directory/mathewson-phd-david-lEmail David: EMAILConnect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams____________________________________ Get Jamie's Newest Book:Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved

Acts 16:1-10

20 Proverbs 9-10; 18 Job 3-12; 19 Psalms 90-93; 44 Acts 16-19

06.07.2025//Acts. What's Next? In and out of prison in Philippi_Acts 16:6-40//Church Hill//Justin Moffatt by Church Hill Anglican

Consecrated for Confrontation, Acts 16, 11-18, 29.6.2025, Paddy Donovan by Chanctonbury Church

This is the message from our weekend services on 7/6/2025 with Pastor Chet Lowe.

“Closed Doors (Acts 16:6–10)” Ever had a dream die? A plan crumble? A door slam shut right on your fingers while you were trying to pry it open in Jesus' name? Yeah. Us too. Paul had the Spirit of Jesus tell him “Nope” (twice!) before finally getting a vision to head somewhere he hadn't even planned. Turns out God is better at Google Maps than we are. This message is for anyone who's ever been frustrated by redirection and divine silence. Spoiler: Closed doors might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Join us: https://www.NewChurch.Love Please Help support more content like this by texting the word “Give” to 832-400-5299.

05 Deuteronomy 26-27; 19 Psalms 12-15; 44 Acts 16

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Threads of divine presence, righteous suffering and redemption weave together Genesis 39; Isaiah 52–53; and Acts 16. From Joseph's journey to the prophetic glimpses of Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus), in this study we see how God's faithfulness sustains His people through trials. The Suffering Servant prophecy of Isaiah 53 isn't ancient text twisted by Yeshua's believers. It's a living testament to God's redemptive plan, showing how He transforms our challenges into opportunities for growth and spiritual breakthrough — and breakout.

20 Proverbs 3-5; 2 Kings 21-25; 19 Psalms 9-15; 44 Acts 16-19

29.06.2025//Acts. What's Next? Into Europe Acts 16:5-12//Church Hill//Rob Forsyth by Church Hill Anglican

In the previous lesson we saw how the Apostles demonstrated submission as they were submitted to the purpose of God, the word of God, and the will of God. In today's lesson we are going to see more of the fruit of that submission. #actsoftheholyspirit #Jesus #God

Jesus loves you just the way you are… but also wants you to knock it off and get out of your comfort zone.

Where do we go when God says, "No" Acts 16:6-10

Dr. Richard Warren 6/29/2025

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Send us a textActs 16:16-40We also would like to invite anyone who lives in the Philadelphia area to worship and study God's word with us at our in-person meeting that takes place every-other Monday night at 7:30pm. Visit phillyyoungadults.com for additional information about our ministry.Feel free to message us on instagram (@phillyyoungadultscc) with any feedback, questions, or topics you want to hear about on the podcast or you can shoot an email to ya@ccphilly.org

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This is the message from our weekend services on 6/22/2025 with Pastor Chet Lowe.

In Acts 16, we saw how Paul and Silas worshipped their way through the darkest of nights. Their situation was hopeless by all accounts, but they didn't wait for a victory to start worshipping. They worshipped before they saw anything change. And when they did, the ground shook, chains broke, and lives were changed.Some of us are in a midnight moment right now, and this week's message was a reminder that midnight praise still works. It may not feel like the time to lift your hands, but those might be the moments that matter most. God loves your worship when it's costly. When it's not convenient. When you choose it anyway.We unpacked all of this in this week's message called “Worship at Night.”Join us for service online or in person every Sunday at 8am, 9:30am, 11am, & 12:30pm (PST).If you want to share how God is moving in your life through this ministry, please let us know at info@captivatesd.com!Decided To Follow Jesus? Sign up to receive a copy of our “I Have Decided” booklets - https://shorturl.at/GymIkGet plugged in!Next Steps - captivatesd.com/next-stepsVisit - captivatesd.com/visitCommunities - captivatesd.com/communitiesIf you would like to support Captivate financially you can give online through our website by clicking here captivatesd.com/giving Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://captivatesd.churchcenter.com/people/forms/597023For more information about Captivate Church, visit captivatesd.com or follow us on our social media platforms below.Instagram - Instagram.com/captivatechurchsdFacebook - facebook.com/captivatesdWatch More Messages: youtube.com/@CaptivateChurch/videos

As we continue to follow along on this, the second missionary adventure of Paul and his companions, we have some great lessons as we observe the patterns and priorities they give us. The main lesson is one of submission. The Greek word for submit is hupotasso and it is a military term that means literally “to rank under” or “to bring under the influence of” -I have heard it described as “line up under”. In the biblical sense we line up under the authority of Christ. He is our Commander. Specifically today we will see Submission to the purpose of God Submission to the Word of God Submission to the will of God #actsoftheholyspirit #submission #freedom #Jesus #Christianity #Bible #Calvary

Message from Mike Seaver on June 22, 2025

Paul and Silas go to jail, then refuse to leave quietly.#bible #study #chronlogical #jesus #acts #apostles #paulemail: attbpodcast@theadventure.orgLike us on Facebook: fb.me/adventurethroughthebiblePhoto by Stenbakken MediaEpic Dramatic Exzel Music Publishing (freemusicpublicdomain.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Happy Father's Day! We are celebrating fathers today, but what does it take to be a good dad? If we are honest, we don't always feel good, what do we gotta do? Pastor J is gonna introduce us to a father who brings his family to Jesus. Recorded live at Word of Life Church in Le Sueur, Minnesota, on Sunday, June 15, 2025, Pastor Jason Lang preaching.

In this special Father's Day message, Pastor Tim leads us into a vulnerable, faith-filled conversation about trust, direction, and the Spirit's guidance—both in our lives and in the life of the church. Drawing from Acts and reflecting on Paul's second missionary journey, we're invited to wrestle with questions like: What has God already called us to be faithful to? What is He doing now? and How do we follow when the way ahead seems blocked? Alongside a major building update for Avenue Community Church, this episode dives deep into discerning God's will through uncertainty. Whether you're navigating a personal decision or part of a community seeking clarity, this message will help you release control, embrace faithfulness, and recognize the Spirit's gentle but firm redirection. Key Themes: Faithfulness before clarity Spirit-led redirection vs. human plans Building updates as spiritual formation Leading with vulnerability and trust

Acts 16 shows us that the gospel offers something far better than some false sense of control. In a world of fragile power and fleeting happiness, it provides liberation, opportunity, and joy that transforms our reality.

In this episode, we explore two powerful moments of rejection in the New Testament: Jesus being turned away in His hometown of Nazareth and by the people of the Gadarenes. What do these rejections reveal about human nature, spiritual blindness, and the cost of truth? Then we shift to the Apostle Paul's unexpected call to Macedonia—a reminder that divine redirection often follows human rejection. Join us as we reflect on how God's purpose prevails, even when the world says “no.”

Sermon by Rev. Dr. Barry Male.

Timothy's dad sparks an important discussion of fatherhood.What if God tells you "No?"#bible #study #chronlogical #jesus #acts #apostles #dad #father #holyspirit #holy #spiritemail: attbpodcast@theadventure.orgLike us on Facebook: fb.me/adventurethroughthebiblePhoto by Stenbakken MediaEpic Dramatic Exzel Music Publishing (freemusicpublicdomain.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Send us a textIn Acts 16:1-15, Paul embarks on his second missionary journey, and we are introduced to a prominent figure of the New Testament, Timothy. We also witness how Paul and Timothy are guided by the Holy Spirit, leading them to a woman named Lydia who is converted to Christianity upon hearing Paul preach the gospel.We also would like to invite anyone who lives in the Philadelphia area to worship and study God's word with us at our in-person meeting that takes place every-other Monday night at 7:30pm. Visit phillyyoungadults.com for additional information about our ministry.Feel free to message us on instagram (@phillyyoungadultscc) with any feedback, questions, or topics you want to hear about on the podcast or you can shoot an email to ya@ccphilly.org

Today’s Bible Verse: "One of those listening was a woman from the city of Thyatira named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth. She was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message." - Acts 16:14 “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET OUR HOSTS at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Acts Of The Apostles: Acts 16 : 13-40 by Gospel Centered Mission Focused

This weekend at NH we will examine what it cost to follow Jesus. It was Jesus Himself who laid out the clear terms. He wanted everyone who follows Him to be sure they understand what they are signing up for. Join us as we apply the principle of these relevant issues to our world.

Acts 16:6-10 New King James Version   6 Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. 7 After they had come to Mysia, they tried to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit did not permit them. 8 So passing by Mysia, they came down to Troas. 9 And a vision appeared to Paul in the night. A man of Macedonia stood and pleaded with him, saying, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” 10 Now after he had seen the vision, immediately we sought to go to Macedonia, concluding that the Lord had called us to preach the gospel to them.

This week, Pastor Joe wraps up our series on Gathering and Belonging by turning to the story of Paul and Silas in the prison in Acts 16:16-34. In his sermon, he challenges us to be and to bring the Good News of a God who is love, which means to combat the thousands of years of narrative and culture that has told us that God's love comes with conditions. If we are silent, who will share that Good News?

Grace Point Church met on the evening of June 1, 2025, to vote on Dr. Joel Hastings as our Lead Teaching Pastor. He was unanimously affirmed.

Acts 16:16-34 | Psalm 27:1-8 | Philippians 3:1-11 | John 17:20-26

Midnight. That sacred, silent moment when one day ends and another begins—but everything still looks the same. Maybe that's where you are right now. In a midnight season. When the prayers feel unanswered, the promises look delayed, and the silence of heaven feels deafening. But what if your midnight isn't your end… it's the setup for your miracle? In this raw, faith-stirring message, Pastor Travis Hearn unpacks the truth that Every Miracle Has a Midnight. Drawing from the powerful midnight stories of Paul and Silas, Ruth, the Passover, and even Jesus in the tomb, Pastor Travis reminds us that God does His best work in the dark. Midnight is not the absence of movement—it's the hidden hour of preparation. It's the waiting room. The weight room. The battlefield of faith and hope.

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comActs 16 Paul embarks on his second journey, taking Silas along with him. In Lystra, they meet Timothy, who joins them after being circumcised to satisfy others. Guided by the Holy Spirit, they are directed to Macedonia following Paul's vision of a man pleading for help. In Philippi, they encounter Lydia, a seller of purple, who converts to Christianity. Later, Paul and Silas liberate a slave girl from an evil spirit, angering her owners, who have them beaten and imprisoned. Around midnight, while they are singing and praying, an earthquake occurs, and the prison doors swing open. The jailer fears for his life, but Paul shares the message of Jesus with him. The jailer and his household are baptized that very hour. The next day, Paul and Silas are officially released. Paul's missionary journey is led by the Holy Spirit. God actively guides him to those whose hearts are prepared for salvation. God continues to reach people today, and we are His vessels to carry the message of Christ, even though our effort may require personal sacrifice. This chapter highlights at least three conversions, each involving a commitment from the new believers as well. Timothy was circumcised, not for salvation, but to gain influence among the Jews. Lydia and her household were likely the first converts in all of Europe. The jailer risked his life by aligning himself and his household with imprisoned men. The gospel demands submission, sacrifice, and courage from all believers in the name of Jesus Christ.  Gracious God, thank You for the powerful stories of faith found in Acts 16. Like Timothy, we pray for a willingness to make personal sacrifices for the sake of others. Like Lydia, we seek to have a heart that is always open to obey You. Like Paul and Silas, we pray for the courage to praise Your name, even in life's most challenging trials. And like the jailer, we ask You to help us build the urgency to do what is right in the very hour that we learn the truth. Open our hearts to respond to Your glorious will. Thought Questions: -       Why was Timothy circumcised? Are you willing to do something painful or hard simply for the sake of someone else's conscience? -       The Lord opened Lydia's heart. What does this mean? How does the Lord open your heart, and what should be the results of such an event? -       Paul and Barnabas rejoiced in trial, and God used the occasion to convert a family to Christ. Is God working similar plans in your times of trial?

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Through four “snapshots” we cover a lot of the middle of the book of Acts, allow us to reflect and enjoy all the beauty of wonder of the gospel's spread on Paul's second missionary journey. Acts: The Story Continues Steve Treichler Hope Community Church - Downtown Minneapolis Download Message Slides For more resources or to learn more about Hope Community Church, visit hopecc.com.