Podcasts about Acts 25

Sermon from Fair Hill Church — Acts - Acts 25:13-26:32

Sycamore Grove Mennonite Church

Shem Swadling

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The people who seem furthest from God today may be in the middle of the testimony He's still writing. In this week's sermon, Pastor Nathan challenges us to resist responding with bitterness or indifference, remembering that Paul himself was once the church's greatest enemy. Rather than judging people by who they are today, we're called to remember that behind every person is a story we don't know and a God who isn't finished working.

We continued our study through the book of Acts by looking at Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus. We also saw how all of us can relate with Saul in one way or another.For more information visit ChristCommunity.Life

Paul has now been in custody for two years, shuffled between governors who would rather make the problem disappear than deal with it. When Festus tries to do the local leaders a favor, Paul plays the one card a Roman citizen could play and appeals to Caesar, and what looks like a legal maneuver is really God steering an innocent man toward the heart of the empire. Few of us will ever stand trial, yet most of us know what it is to be caught in systems that treat us as an inconvenience. The comfort here is that delay and injustice did not mean God had forgotten Paul; he was being carried, by ordinary means, exactly where the Lord intended him to go.  The Rev. Max Phillips, pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Bouton and Zion Lutheran Church in Ogden, Iowa; Executive Director of Lutheran Family Service; and CEO of Perry Lutheran Homes, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Acts 25:1-27. The book of Acts picks up where the Gospels leave off. Jesus has risen. He has ascended. And now what? Acts answers that question. Luke tells the story of how the Holy Spirit built the Church from a handful of frightened disciples in Jerusalem into a movement that reached Rome itself. Along the way, you get Pentecost, the first sermons, the first martyrs, the conversion of Paul, the first church councils, shipwrecks, riots, and the persistent, stubborn work of God through Word and Sacrament even when His people didn't have a plan. If you've ever wondered how we got from Easter morning to the Church you sit in today, this is the book. Tune in for this new series on Thy Strong Word with Pastor Phil Booe and guest pastors as we open up the Book of Acts.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

The Rev. Steven Cholak gives today's sermonette based on Acts 25:13-27. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day's Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

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The new Governor Festus heard Paul's testimony of faith and concluded that it was both trivial and irrational. What he was lacking was an imagination to see the bigger story God was telling in his life and the world around him. At times we too can get stuck looking at the world through merely a pragmatic and rational lens. Thankfully, God's Word invites us into a faith of the mind and the heart which that leads to a life of love, beauty and adventure. 

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Love, Community, and Truth: A Conversation with Natalie Runion In Episode 144 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane welcome Natalie Runion—USA Today bestselling author, speaker, worship leader, and founder of the Raised to Stay community—for an honest conversation about love, biblical community, and living in truth. Drawing from her experiences in ministry and the messages of her bestselling books Raised to Stay and The House That Jesus Built, Natalie shares how believers can pursue healing without abandoning the Church, embrace authentic Christian community, and hold tightly to truth while extending grace. Together, they discuss the beauty of imperfect people pursuing a perfect Savior and why healthy relationships are essential to spiritual growth. Whether you've experienced church hurt, are longing for deeper community, or simply want to love people more like Jesus, this conversation will encourage you to remain rooted in Christ and committed to building His Church. Learn more about Natalie, her ministry, speaking events, books, and the Raised to Stay community at: NatalieRunion.com ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams ____________________________________   Get Jamie's Newest Book: Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved

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Paul had been told that he would bear witness before kings and rulers. As Felix was removed from power, Paul found himself transferred to the control of Festus, who was soon joined by Herod Agrippa II. Luke takes a whole chapter to set up the scene, complete with royal robes, processionals, and palaces. We see why that setting mattered to Luke and why it still matters today. 

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Gospel Wars: The Little Apostle and the Big King | Acts 25 | Pastor Howie Van Dyk by GraceChurchNJ

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Send us a message!Paul stands before Festus and Agrippa with no proven charges, then uses his defense to tell the truth about Jesus and the resurrection. We talk through Paul's appeal to Caesar, his Damascus road testimony, and why sharing the gospel can make you sound “insane” to people who don't want to hear it. • Festus taking over after Felix and inheriting Paul's case • The failed attempt to move Paul to Jerusalem and the threat of ambush • Paul's clear defense and his legal appeal to Caesar • Festus explaining the case to Agrippa and admitting the charges do not add up • Paul's testimony: Pharisee background, persecution, and the Damascus road encounter • Jesus' commission to open eyes and call people from darkness to light • The core message: repentance, forgiveness, and the resurrection promised in Scripture • Festus shouting “you've lost your mind” and Paul's calm reply • Agrippa's “are you persuading me” moment and Paul's wish for everyone to believe • Our takeaway: you cannot control perception, only faithfulness to speak  At outloudbible.com, you can find free resources to help you study the Bible. And while you're there, send us a message to say hi, or start a conversation about having us at your church or event. If Outloud Bible has been a valuable part of your understanding of the Bible, please consider supporting the ministry by visiting outloudbible.com.Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Hidden, Waiting, Not Forgotten | Acts 25 | Pastor Ben Spalink by GraceChurchNJ

Sermon by Rev. Barry Male.

As we explore Paul's continued journey, Pastor Vince reminds us to trust God's sovereign hand in the waiting and ponder what type of surrender we are walking and living in. Do you surrender to self? Do you surrender to man? Do you surrender to God alone?

The Gospel on Trial Pt 1 / Acts 25 Mike Lepetri / 06-07-26 Download

What does it mean to truly be a witness for Christ? In this message from Acts 25–26, Rev. Nathan Akin explores Paul's bold testimony before rulers and authorities, reminding us that witnessing is not just something we do — it's part of who we are as followers of Jesus. Because of God's promises and the […]

Acts 25-26

What if patience isn't about waiting longer, but about trusting deeper? Paul's imprisonment teaches us that patience is the spirit-produced ability to endure difficult people and delayed outcomes without losing faith, love, or self-control. When we remember God's patience toward us, we discover the strength to honor Him even when circumstances don't change.

Speaker: Connor ShadySeeing Jesus rightly makes the world think you're crazy.

In Acts 25:23–26:32, Paul stands before rulers and shares his story after appealing to Caesar. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores what it looks like to boldly and clearly share your faith, even in uncertain situations. Have you watched the Bible Project videos on Acts? Find them here: Part 1 & Part 2 Are you new to Bible reading? Watch the self-paced online course, “Getting Started with the Bible.”

"There is only one person in human history who died and came back." Jesus declared that his disciples would be his witnesses “to the ends of the earth.” Early Christians lived out this proclamation in powerful and palpable ways. Today we struggle to witness to those close to us, let alone to those at the ends of the earth. This series offers a glimpse into ways early Christians witnessed. Impacted? Let us know: Creekside.Me/Respond Miss a sermon in this series? Watch them all at Creekside.me/sermons

"There is only one person in human history who died and came back." Jesus declared that his disciples would be his witnesses “to the ends of the earth.” Early Christians lived out this proclamation in powerful and palpable ways. Today we struggle to witness to those close to us, let alone to those at the ends of the earth. This series offers a glimpse into ways early Christians witnessed. Impacted? Let us know: Creekside.Me/Respond Miss a sermon in this series? Watch them all at Creekside.me/sermons

Acts 25 presented by David Cleland.

In this session, we honor the legacy of Samuel before diving into the high-stakes world of David and Paul. We explore 1 Samuel 25–26 to see how God reroutes our livid anger, using figures like Abigail to keep us from the "stain of bloodguilt." We then pivot to Acts 25–26 to dissect Paul's poise before Roman kings. Learn how to trade your personal vengeance for God's retribution and discover the "believer's blueprint" for defending your faith and your character when facing systemic injustice.Connect with us on social:Telegram: @beholdisraelchannelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir.tsarfati/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beholdisrael/X: https://x.com/beholdisraelYouTube: https://youtube.com/@beholdisrael

FAITH ON TRIAL - Week 9 - Acts 25:1-27 - Matt Skrabec by FBC Benicia

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Paul preaches to Agrippa and argues that he is only taking the beliefs of the Pharisees to their logical conclusion. People believe Paul has crossed from brilliant to madness. And Paul is determined to get to Rome. Have a listen. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: 1517 Youtube: How God Still Speaks Today Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith A Reasoned Defense of the Faith by Adam Francisco Stretched: A Study for Lent and the Entire Christian Life by Dr. Christopher Richmann The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper  More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Erick Sorenson

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