Podcasts about Ananias

A community so generous that no one claimed anything as their own sounds like a dream until the next scene turns deadly serious. Ananias and Sapphira sell some property, keep part of the money, and lie about it to look more sacrificial than they were, and what condemned them was the pretending. The early church needed to learn that the God who fills his people with grace is not mocked by play-acting. This episode is a sober word for every Christian tempted to manage an image instead of living honestly before God.  The Rev. David Boisclair, senior pastor at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Overland, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Acts 4:32-5:11. To learn more about Our Redeemer, visit ourredeemerstl.org. 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.

Join us as we dig deeper into last Sunday's sermon from Pastor Gabe Kasper "The Gospel Tested" and hear from Amy Duncan and Nate Zuellig on his original song "Only One". Digging Deeper Questions: Ananias and Sapphira lie about being more generous than they are. As humans we all tend to wear masks from time to time. Why do you think that is?   Ananias and Sapphira's deaths certainly seem harsh, why do you think the punishment for their hypocrisy was so strong?   Where in your life are tempted to put a mask up and not come honest to others, yourself, or God?   This text closes with the apostle doing ministry just outside the temple. Why do you think they chose to do ministry there? What does that teach us about how we do ministry?   Scripture Reading: Acts 5:1-16 1 But a man named Ananias, with his wife Sapphira, sold a piece of property, 2 and with his wife's knowledge he kept back for himself some of the proceeds and brought only a part of it and laid it at the apostles' feet.3 But Peter said, "Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and to keep back for yourself part of the proceeds of the land? 4 While it remained unsold, did it not remain your own? And after it was sold, was it not at your disposal? Why is it that you have contrived this deed in your heart? You have not lied to man but to God." 5 When Ananias heard these words, he fell down and breathed his last. And great fear came upon all who heard of it. 6 The young men rose and wrapped him up and carried him out and buried him.   7 After an interval of about three hours his wife came in, not knowing what had happened. 8 And Peter said to her, "Tell me whether you sold the land for so much." And she said, "Yes, for so much." 9 But Peter said to her, "How is it that you have agreed together to test the Spirit of the Lord? Behold, the feet of those who have buried your husband are at the door, and they will carry you out." 10 Immediately she fell down at his feet and breathed her last. When the young men came in they found her dead, and they carried her out and buried her beside her husband. 11 And great fear came upon the whole church and upon all who heard of these things.   12 Now many signs and wonders were regularly done among the people by the hands of the apostles. And they were all together in Solomon's Portico.13 None of the rest dared join them, but the people held them in high esteem. 14 And more than ever believers were added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women, 15 so that they even carried out the sick into the streets and laid them on cots and mats, that as Peter came by at least his shadow might fall on some of them. 16 The people also gathered from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing the sick and those afflicted with unclean spirits, and they were all healed. Intro/Outro Song: "Only One" Nate Zuellig ULC Artist In Residence     CCLI License # 11254293

Podcast Episode 227 - Ananias: 11 Verses with Interest by Saylorville Church

A @Christadelphians Video: **YouTube Video Description**Join us, a Christadelphian team, for this outstanding and thought-provoking expositional study: *The Apostle Peter, After the Resurrection #3 – ‘Standing Firm: Hypocrisy Within, Persecution Without'*. This insightful video reveals how Peter and the early ecclesia navigated the terrifying reality of external persecution alongside the even more dangerous threat of internal hypocrisy. We witness the unstoppable power of God's Word – it cannot be silenced by prisons, councils, or deceit. This is a wonderful, inspiring call to examine our own hearts and stand firm, no matter the cost.**Chapters:**00:00 – Introduction: Peter's Post-Resurrection Question02:00 – The Unstoppable Word: Persecution Cannot Silence Truth04:30 – Hypocrisy From Within: The Danger of a False Name08:00 – Ananias and Sapphira: Love Turned to Greed14:30 – Laying Down Life: Peter's Journey From Denial to Devotion19:00 – Hypocrisy as a System: Devouring the Sheep23:00 – The Shadow of Peter: Healing, Refuge, and the Great Rock28:00 – Angelic Intervention: Prison Doors Opened32:00 – Standing Before the Council: “We Ought to Obey God”38:00 – Rejoicing to Suffer: Fighting Against God?42:00 – Conclusion: Standing Firm – From Without and Within**Bible Verse Categories:**

In Acts 9, we witness the dramatic conversion and commission of one of the most important men in the history of our faith: the apostle Paul. But Paul's journey begins through the ordinary obedience of an otherwise unknown man named Ananias – a man who simply had the courage to see what God was doing… and join him. (Acts 9:1-18)

Ananias: 11 Verses with Interest by Saylorville Church

The story of Ananias and Sapphira is a heavy one, but it teaches us a powerful lesson approaching God honestly. Hypocrisy, pride, and self-righteousness lead to death, but in Christ we are free to confess our sin and come fully honest to God and receive his grace.   Scripture Reading: Acts 5:1-16

In Chapter 5 we see three types of individuals. Hypocrites Disciples Religionists   Scene 1 - (Acts 5:1-11)  Hypocrites - ("an actor" appearances matter most)   Then:  Ananias and Sapphira sold property to give to the group and made it look like they gave it all to the apostles'. But without letting the group know Ananias and Sapphira held back a portion of the sale for themselves. (This wasn't wrong - but what was wrong was making everyone thing they had given it all) Somehow Peter knew Ananias and his wife had lied about giving it all to the group and Peter tells Ananias that he has lied not just to the group but to the Holy Spirit, which is the same as lying to God. And then suddenly Ananias dies.   Three hours later…   Peter asks Sapphira if she and Ananias had given all precedes to the group and she says yes and she dies too. Great fear seized the whole "church" (the people of God) when they heard about Ananias and Sapphira.    Now: God is saying we are to take Him seriously. Not that we are perfect, but that we walk with Him. We see the danger of hypocrisy from this story. God is asking us to be genuine in our faith, to be humble before Him, to focus on Him and not in how we appear to others.    Scene 2 - (Acts 5:12-16) Disciples - (followers of Jesus - following Jesus matters most)   Then: The apostles performed many signs and wonders and the believers met together in Solomon's Colonnade. More and more men and women believed and were added to their numbers. People brought the sick into the streets for healing.   Now: We see there is power in the name of Jesus, there is power in the Jesus movement and power in the Holy Spirit. We are to follow Jesus wholeheartedly, to be committed to the Lord Jesus.   Scene 3 - (Acts 5:17-42) Religionists - what matters most is power and position regardless of what God says.   Then: We see the Sadducees are filled with jealousy and arrested the apostles. Then during the night an angel of the Lord opens the doors of the jail and tells the apostles to go and stand in the temple courts and tell the people all about new life in Christ. They go to the temple courts and began to teach the people and that set in motion a series of events: People reported that the apostles had escaped The captain of the temple guard and his officers did not use force to re-arrest the apostles as they didn't want to anger the crowds. All 12 apostles are brought before the Sanhedrin to be questioned.  The Sanhedrin had told them earlier they could not teach in the name of Jesus Peter and others respond that they must obey God rather than human beings and that God raised Jesus from the dead - who they had killed by putting Him on a cross. They told that God's plan was repentance and forgiveness of sin. They tell how they were witnesses just as the Holy Spirit is, and that the Spirit was given by God to those who obey Him.  Then when the Sanhedrin hear all this they want to put the apostles to death. But Gamaliel (Pharisee who was respected by the people) speaks up - giving an impassioned address encouraging the Sanhedrin not to act precipitously, giving previous examples of rebels and outcomes. Gamaliel's speech persuades the Sanhedrin.  Instead of being killed the apostles were flogged (this is a brutal beating) and were told to no longer speak in Jesus' name. Yet they left the beatings rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering for the Name of Jesus. They continued day after day to preach in the temple courts and homes and never stopped proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah.   Now:   This tells us the importance of following Jesus. Pastor gives a personal testimony of great opposition that he experienced and how he and others were told to stop talking about the Holy Spirit. He concludes with sharing that the group resigned their positions, and were more concerned about obeying God than obeying people. The result was Awake Us Now and God's blessing is reaching more people than ever thought possible from around the world. He share how he and the ministry continue to rejoice as we see the incredible power of the risen Jesus, the power of the Holy Spirit and the amazing love of the Father. Pastor ends with stating God's desire Is that all people be saved and come to the knowledge of the Truth in Christ Jesus.   This week's READING ASSIGNMENT:   Acts chapter 5-6 (read and reflect on these two chapters together     Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE.   Check out this video series from our website: https://www.awakeusnow.com/god-acts-then-now   Or watch from our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@ApwakeUsNow/streams   Join us Sundays live or on demand from our website  https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service

Pastor Luke preached about following Jesus by looking at the three Ananias' of the book of Acts. He said, "Jesus expects His followers to obey everything He says."

There's a way to look fine and still be coming undone.Acts 5 isn't just history — it's a mirror.In this message, we talk about hidden life, pressure to perform, and what happens when we start living divided.At one point we land here: we are Ananias.Not as accusation — but as recognition.Rose Church — Sundays at 9AM & 11AM67-630 Kernaghan Ave, Winnipeg

Join us as Pastor BJ continues preaching about Ananias and Sapphira.

Ananias and Sapphira wanted the appearance of sacrifice without the reality of surrender. In Acts 5, their deceit exposed the danger of hypocrisy, spiritual jealousy, and seeking human praise. This episode is a sobering reminder that sin is never private, God cares deeply about the purity of His church, and pretending before Him is never safe.

DescriptionMany people believe their private sin only affects themselves.In this powerful sermon, Pastor Wayman Mitchell examines the story of Achan in Joshua 7 and exposes one of the greatest deceptions of sin. Secret sin never stays secret. It weakens individuals, damages families, affects churches, and hinders God's purposes.Discover why Israel lost the battle of Ai, what the Bible teaches about God's judgment and mercy, and why repentance remains the key to restoration.PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION for WORLD EVANGELISM:• NO ADS, Early releases, Full-Length Testimony Tuesdays⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/4owjo5ZChapters00:00 Introduction: The Danger of Secret Sin02:23 Why Israel Lost at Ai04:00 Sin Is Aggressive and Wants Control06:20 God Designed Believers for Victory08:42 Entertainment vs Real Christianity11:05 The Corporate Nature of Sin13:30 Why Your Sin Affects Others17:40 God's Judgment Is Certain23:18 Ananias and Sapphira's Warning27:20 Mercy, Repentance, and Today's OpportunityShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

In this episode of the Sharing Grace Podcast, we explore the story of Barnabas, Ananias, and Sapphira in Acts 4:32–5:11, looking at how generosity, honesty, and the fear of God shaped the early church. Through conversation and reflection, we wrestle with our own temptation to look more spiritual than we are, what it means to fear God more than people, and how we can become modern-day “Barnabas” encouragers who live with integrity and open-handed generosity.

Ever wondered why the story of Ananias and Sapphira ends so abruptly with such a severe divine judgment? In this compelling episode of Who's Who in the Bible, Fr. Geo Tom, C.Ss.R., peels back the layers of this tragic account from the Acts of the Apostles.Far from a tale of a 'small lie,' Fr. Geo explores the heart of the matter: hypocrisy, greed, and the importance of integrity within the early Church. Discover how this story serves as a vital warning about our relationship with God and the purity of our motives. Join Fr. Geo in this thought-provoking series as we journey through the lives of biblical characters—watch now to deepen your faith and understanding!

Step into the shadows of history and meet one of the Bible's most humble yet transformative figures: Ananias. In this episode of Who's Who in the Bible, Fr. Shane Varghese, C.Ss.R., explores the profound story of the Damascus disciple tasked by God to minister to the feared persecutor, Saul.Through this reflection, you will uncover lessons on overcoming hesitation, the importance of faithful obedience despite fear, and how God uses our small acts of surrender to spark miraculous transformation. Was Ananias a prophet or simply a faithful servant? Join Fr. Shane as he bridges ancient scripture with our daily lives. Dive into this inspiring series today to deepen your prayer life and find strength in God's unwavering plan!

What happens when Jesus steps into the path of someone headed in the wrong direction? In Acts 9, we witness one of the most powerful transformations in Scripture as Saul, the church's fiercest persecutor, encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus and leaves forever changed.This message reminds us that radical change doesn't always begin in a church building. Sometimes it starts on an unexpected road, in the middle of brokenness, failure, or uncertainty. Jesus still interrupts destructive paths, exposes spiritual blindness, and rewrites the purpose of anyone willing to surrender to Him.In this sermon, we explore:* How God's interruptions are often acts of mercy, not punishment.* Why information without an encounter with Jesus can still leave us spiritually blind.* The obedience of Ananias and how one simple “yes” can impact generations.* How God's grace is greater than your past, your failures, or your mistakes.* Why no one is too far gone for the transforming power of Christ.No matter where you've been or what road you're on today, the same Jesus who met Saul is still calling people into new life. He still saves. He still heals. He still restores. And He still uses broken people for His glory.

Have you ever felt unqualified for what God was asking you to do? When we picture the remnant rising in the last days, we often imagine fearless warriors who never doubt, never hesitate, and never struggle. But Scripture tells a different story. Moses argued. Gideon doubted. Ananias hesitated. Peter wrestled with obedience. Yet God used each of them powerfully. In this episode, Tracy shares a personal story about reluctantly stepping into a ministry role she felt completely unprepared for—and the surprising lesson God taught her about weakness, obedience, and trusting Him despite fear. If you've ever wondered whether you're qualified, gifted enough, or ready for what God has called you to do, this message is for you. You were not called because you are fearless. You were called because He is faithful. _____ This podcast is listener-supported. If you believe in equipping believers to discern truth, leave deception, and stand firm in Christ, you can help carry this mission forward here:

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Pastor Mark Ragsdale preaches on the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, and how their lack of fear of the Lord cost their lives. He warns us against the love of money and the praise of others

Preaching: Ben Lacey - Lead Pastor, Trinity River Baptist Church, Fort WorthSaul, a fierce persecutor of Christians, set out for Damascus intending to arrest followers of Jesus. On the way, he encountered the risen Christ in a dramatic vision, was struck blind, and came face to face with the truth of the gospel. God then sent a disciple named Ananias to restore Saul's sight, pray for him, and welcome him into the family of faith. Saul was filled with the Holy Spirit, baptized, and commissioned by God to become a powerful witness of Christ to the nations, demonstrating God's transforming grace and sovereign purpose.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 13th of June, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Acts 22:15: ”For you will be His witness to all men of what you have seen and heard.” That was the word through Ananias, to the great man of God, Paul the Apostle. Then we go to 1 Timothy 3:7: ”Moreover he must have a good testimony among those who are outside…” You and I have been called to be witnesses for Jesus Christ, just as the Lord called Paul, the Apostle. “Tell the world about the soon-coming king.” You don't have to be a theologian, you don't have to go to university and study theology. No, in the area that the Lord has placed you. I want to tell you about three men who have really impacted my life. The first one was a dairy farmer from America, Demos Shakarian. He was a very successful dairy farmer. One of the biggest in the world in his day, and yet the Lord called him to be a witness to men, and he started the Full Gospel Businessmen Fellowship, which went right around the world, amongst all denominations and drew many men to Jesus Christ. He was a good witness for the Lord.The second one that really impacted my life was Robert Le Tourneau. Robert Le Tourneau was a very simple man. He was a mechanic, he used his hands, and he had a brilliant mind. He started the earth-moving business, which eventually sold out to Caterpillar. He used to tithe 90% of his income and keep 10% for himself. What an impact he made on the world, especially in the mission field.Then the third man is Dr Ben Carson, the first neurosurgeon to separate two seven-month-old baby boys from Germany, the Binders, and both lived. Normally one would die but in his case, he had a team of over seventy people, and he performed nothing less than a miracle, but what a witness for Jesus Christ!Today, let's use what we've got, and where God put us, to preach the Gospel, and you will be surprised how God will use you.Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day. Goodbye.

Caleb Froedge discusses Acts 5:1-4—“But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. And he kept back part of the proceeds, his wife also being aware of it, and brought a certain part and laid it at the apostles' feet. But Peter said, ‘Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and keep back part of the price of the land for yourself? While it remained, was it not your own? And after it was sold, was it not in your own control? Why have you conceived this thing in your heart? You have not lied to men but to God.'”

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Send us a message!We follow the early church through persecution, surprising growth, and Spirit-powered ministry as the gospel pushes beyond Jerusalem. We also wrestle with motives, repentance, and reconciliation when God turns enemies into family and calls us to make peace. • persecution scatters believers and spreads the good news into Judea and Samaria • Philip's preaching in Samaria and the city's joy through deliverance and healing • Simon's attempt to purchase spiritual power and Peter's sharp call to repent • Philip guided to the Ethiopian eunuch, Scripture explained from Isaiah to Jesus • baptism and rejoicing as the gospel reaches beyond borders • Saul's road to Damascus encounter with Jesus and the cost of following him • Ananias obeying through fear and Saul filled with the Holy Spirit • Saul preaching boldly, facing plots, and Barnabas vouching for him • Peter healing Aeneas and raising Tabitha as many turn to the Lord Be a Barnabas today. Who needs you to show up for them? 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.

Be Careful That You Don't Lie To God Acts 5:1-4 1Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. 2With his wife's full knowledge he kept back part of the money for himself, but brought the rest and put it at the apostles' feet. 3Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit and have kept for yourself some of the money you received for the land? 4Didn't it belong to you before it was sold? And after it was sold, wasn't the money at your disposal? What made you think of doing such a thing? You have not lied just to human beings but to God.”

What if your simple "yes" to God could change someone else's life forever? In this powerful message from Acts 9:1–19, Pastor Mark Roslund explores how God works through ordinary people who choose obedience over understanding. Ananias didn't have all the answers when God called him—he simply said yes. Your obedience may be the key to someone else's purpose. You could be the answer to a prayer you've never heard. The story of your faith isn't yours alone; you are where you are today because of the faithfulness, sacrifice, and "yes" of others who went before you. This message will challenge you to trust that God is working even before you understand what He's doing and to embrace an Ananias spirit—ready to say yes now and ask questions later. https://www.kingdomchurch.ca/connect.html https://www.kingdomchurch.ca/give.html

If God is patient, merciful, and quick to forgive, the real-life story of Ananias and Sapphira is hard to understand. How can God be loving and just? Join us as we start our new series covering the hard parts of Scripture.

Pastor Micah observes Acts 4:32-5:11 when Ananias and Sapphira drop dead for withholding resources from the community. He explores some of the reasons we might hold ourselves back from participating fully and vulnerably in sacred community.

God has always chosen to meet with His people in a gathered community. When Moses finished the tabernacle, the cloud of God’s presence descended and filled the meeting place. The cloud did not settle on every individual tent. It settled where God’s people came together. God’s presence was personal, but it was never private. From the wilderness onward, God established a pattern of meeting with a gathered people who desired His presence. Personal encounters with God are powerful, but they are not meant to replace the church. Paul encountered the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus, yet his story did not end there. God sent Ananias to pray for him, restore his sight, baptize him, and connect him to the community of believers. Paul met Jesus alone, but he could not become who God called him to be apart from the body of Christ. Many believers view church as optional, but God often places our healing, encouragement, growth, and breakthrough in relationships with other believers. The gifts of the Spirit were given for the good of others and flourish in community. Scripture teaches that the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. Spiritual gifts require people to serve, encourage, pray for, and minister to one another. God still meets people when they gather in faith. He meets people carrying anxiety, depression, doubt, and burdens they cannot carry alone. The challenge is not only to come expecting an encounter with God, but also to bring others into the meeting place where His presence is transforming lives. The post A House of God’s Presence appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

Learn from Philip's desert road encounter that led to the Ethiopian eunuch's conversion, Saul's dramatic Damascus road transformation from persecutor to apostle, and Ananias's courageous ministry to his former enemy. These biblical accounts reveal essential principles for Christian living: trusting God's timing without seeing the full picture, the importance of church community and connection, and how simple obedience can open doors to revival and transformation. Whether you're facing storms of persecution, uncertainty about God's direction, or difficult assignments that challenge your comfort zone, this message provides practical insights for walking in faith. Explore themes of spiritual warfare, divine appointments, supernatural encounters, church growth, evangelism, discipleship, and the power of prayer. Perfect for believers seeking to understand their identity in Christ, overcome fear through faith, and discover how God uses ordinary people for His extraordinary purposes. Keywords include: Christian obedience, Acts of the Apostles, Philip and Ethiopian eunuch, Paul's conversion, Ananias ministry, early church persecution, spiritual growth, faith over fear, divine appointments, church community, Christian discipleship, biblical transformation, Holy Spirit power, evangelism strategies, and overcoming adversity through faith.

In this opening message of Unmasked, Pastor Derek Anglin explores the uncomfortable but necessary subject of hypocrisy through Scripture and personal reflection. Defining hypocrisy as more than inconsistency, the sermon shows that pretending spiritually can become a form of lying to God—not merely acting differently before people, but resisting what God is calling us to truly become. Through Jesus' words to the Pharisees in Matthew 23 and the account of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, we see that God cares deeply about authenticity, integrity, and the condition of the heart. The message challenges believers to examine where performance has replaced surrender and where outward appearance has become more important than inward transformation. Yet the invitation isn't shame—it's freedom. Colossians 3 points us back to our identity in Christ: because we have been made new, we no longer have to live behind spiritual masks. True transformation happens as we rest in who Jesus says we are and allow Him to renew us from the inside out. The call of this series begins here: step out of performance and live unmasked before God and others.

Spiritual transformation begins when the presence of God confronts the false versions of ourselves that we have built. Saul was sincere, passionate, religious, and fully convinced he was serving God, yet he was fighting against the very thing God was doing. His encounter with Jesus exposed a painful reality: sincerity is not the same as truth. The Christians were not wrong. Saul was. The presence of God revealed that attacking the church was actually an attack on Christ Himself. Personal encounters with God are powerful, but Jesus does not form believers in isolation. Saul met Christ on the Damascus road, yet Jesus did not heal, restore, or disciple him alone. Instead, God sent Ananias, an ordinary Spirit-filled believer, to pray for him, restore his sight, and welcome him into the community of faith. The man who thought he saw more clearly than everyone else discovered that he was the one who could not see. Spiritual gifts are given so ordinary believers can carry the presence of God into the lives of other people. Ananias was not an apostle, celebrity, or public figure. He was simply available and obedient. His willingness to obey became the doorway to Saul’s healing and future ministry. As was said, “Your breakthrough may be waiting on someone else’s obedience.” God intentionally works through His people, and ministry does not belong only to the person holding the microphone. The Spirit-filled church is a community where every believer carries something God intends to use for the benefit of others. Spiritual gifts are not given for status or recognition but for service, encouragement, healing, and discipleship. The church becomes the dwelling place of God’s presence when ordinary people faithfully carry one another’s burdens and participate in the work God is doing in the lives of others The post A House of Transformation appeared first on Revival Life Church Boca Raton, FL.

Discover the incredible transformation story from Acts 9 that shows how God can change anyone's life completely. This powerful biblical account follows Saul's dramatic conversion from Christian persecutor to passionate believer on the Damascus Road. Learn valuable lessons about hearing God's voice, overcoming fear and doubt, and the importance of obedience in your spiritual journey. The story reveals how Jesus appeared to Saul in a blinding light, leading to three days of humility and surrender. Explore how God used Ananias, an ordinary believer, to demonstrate radical obedience despite his fears about ministering to a known persecutor. Understand the significance of calling former enemies brother and how perspective changes through God's eyes. Discover practical ways to develop responsiveness to God's calling in your own life. Learn about the crucial role of advocates like Barnabas who help newcomers integrate into faith communities. This biblical teaching covers themes of conversion, spiritual transformation, hearing God's voice, overcoming fear, radical obedience, forgiveness, and community support. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand how God works in dramatic ways to change lives and use unlikely people for His purposes. Includes practical application for developing a more responsive heart to God's leading and becoming an advocate for others in your community.

As we continue our study through the book of Acts we looked at the story of Ananias and Sapphira. This is a challenging story that explores the idea of "why we do what we do." This is even more important when it comes to us serving God.For more information visit ChristCommunity.Life

Send us Fan MailIn Acts 5:1–11, we encounter one of the most sobering and challenging passages in the entire New Testament—the story of Ananias and Sapphira. Why did God judge them so severely? What was their real sin? And what does this account teach the modern church about holiness, hypocrisy, and the fear of the Lord?In this message, Pastor Timothy Stewart explores how the early church faced not only persecution from the outside, but also deception from within. Through the story of Ananias and Sapphira, we discover that God desires authenticity over appearance, integrity over image, and hearts that fear Him more than they seek the approval of others.Most importantly, we learn that the fear of the Lord is not terror that drives us from God—it is awe that keeps us from playing games with God. At the cross, God's holiness and mercy meet, revealing why the Gospel is the shortest path to a healthy fear of the Lord.Whether you're studying the Book of Acts, wrestling with questions about God's judgment, or seeking a deeper understanding of authentic Christianity, this message will challenge and encourage you.

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Is redemption really free, and if so, what was the price? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens with the powerful hymn "Nor Silver Nor Gold" by James M. Gray and takes us deep into Acts 22:1-22 (KJV), where the Apostle Paul stands on the steps of the temple and gives one of the most compelling testimonies in all of Scripture.You might be asking — Can someone who actively persecuted Christians really be saved? What happened to Paul on the road to Damascus? Why did Paul go blind, and what does that mean for us? What does it mean that redemption was bought with the blood of Jesus?In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through these key points:- Paul openly identifies with his persecutors, sharing their background before sharing his transformation- A blinding light on the Damascus road stopped Paul in his tracks and changed his direction forever- Ananias, a man of good report, spoke simply — and Paul's sight was restored that same hour- Paul received a clear calling: to be a witness to all men of what he had seen and heard- The crowd listened — until Paul mentioned the GentilesIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs it today. Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

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In this message, Pastor Scott preached from Acts 5:1-11. We wrestled with one of the hardest passages in the book of Acts as we looked at the story of Ananias and Sapphira. From this passage, we learned that the greatest hindrance to the advancement of the gospel is not sin outside the church, but sin inside the church. As followers of Jesus, do we understand the seriousness of our sin? Do we have a holy fear of God, knowing that He is not only loving, but also holy? Whatever sin God may be revealing in our lives, let us repent and, by His grace, take our sin seriously by fighting against it. Check out this sermon to learn more.

What has God been asking you to do that you've been delaying or avoiding? In this powerful message, Pastor Andrew reveals the blessing of obedience and why delayed obedience creates unnecessary tension in our lives.Through the story of Ananias in Acts 9, discover how one ordinary man's obedience to God's voice helped launch the Apostle Paul's ministry — and how your obedience can release breakthrough, purpose, and ripple effects for generations.

Pastor Jason unpacks the sobering story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 4-5, challenging us to drop the mask of spiritual performance and embrace radical honesty in Christian community. Hypocrisy still kills today—not always immediately, but over time—destroying marriages, friendships, and faith. God's grace is abundant, but sin still matters deeply to Him, and the church thrives when we confess our struggles rather than hide behind appearances of having it all together.

Welcome to Day 2866 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Interacting with the Spirit: Discernment and Devotion. Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2866 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2866 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website   theologyinfive.com.   Today's lesson is titled:  Interacting with the Spirit: Discernment and Devotion. In a time when spiritual experiences are common but theological clarity is often lacking, many believers are left wondering how to rightly interact with the Holy Spirit. Should every spiritual prompting be obeyed without question? Can pastors or teachers claim the Spirit's authority and remain above critique? And how can we know when something is truly from God or when it is a counterfeit? Scripture answers these concerns not with vague encouragement but with strong instruction. The Holy Spirit is real, personal, and present. Yet we are commanded to test the spirits, to examine prophetic claims, and to remain anchored in the Word. This lesson explores both who the Holy Spirit is and how the people of God are called to respond to His voice with reverence, wisdom, and truth. The first segment is: Who Is the Holy Spirit? Yahweh Among Us The Holy Spirit is not a mystical force or a divine power switch. He is the third Person of the Trinity, fully God, fully eternal, and fully personal. From the very first pages of Scripture, we see Him present in creation, hovering over the waters as the breath of Yahweh. He does what only God can do. He speaks, commands, empowers, and gives life. The New Testament affirms this divine identity. Peter tells Ananias in Acts 5 that he has lied to the Holy Spirit, and then immediately states he has lied to God. Paul in Second Corinthians 3 refers to the Spirit as “the Lord.” The Spirit is not a created being nor an impersonal wind. He is Yahweh, and to interact with Him is to encounter the living God. In the Old Testament, the Spirit came upon judges, prophets, and kings to empower them for specific roles. He anointed artisans, guided leaders, and spoke through messengers. Yet He did not dwell permanently within all of God's people. His presence was selective and often temporary. This was not due to any deficiency, but because the covenant had not yet reached its fulfillment. The temple was sacred space. Only after the atoning work of Christ could human hearts become that temple. At Pentecost, this changed. The Spirit descended not on a mountain or a sanctuary but on the gathered body of believers. He came to dwell within them, not just with them. This marked a new chapter in the life of God's people. Every believer now becomes a temple of the Holy Spirit. The same God who descended on Sinai and filled the Tabernacle now fills the hearts of those who belong to Christ. This matters deeply for discernment. When we speak of testing the spirits, we are not dealing with vague impressions or spiritual atmospheres. We are discerning whether what we are hearing or experiencing aligns with the character, authority, and truth of the One who is Yahweh, the Spirit of God. The second segment is: The Call to Discernment John gives a direct and sobering command: do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. This is not a warning against all supernatural experiences. It is a call to distinguish between what is truly from the Spirit of God and what is false. The early church faced false prophets, counterfeit visions, and teachings that claimed divine authority. Today is no different. Paul writes to the Thessalonians, urging them not to quench the Spirit and not to despise prophecy, but to test everything and hold fast to what is good. The balance is clear. We must be open to the Spirit's work while remaining grounded in discernment. Testing is not opposition to the Spirit. It is obedience to Him. Testing involves examining whether a message or experience lines up with Scripture. The Spirit never contradicts the Word He inspired. Isaiah tells the people of his day that if someone does not speak according to the law and the testimony, there is no light in them. This remains true. The Spirit of truth does not speak lies or encourage rebellion against God's Word. We also test by fruit. Jesus said a tree is known by its fruit. Does the spiritual experience or message produce love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and self-control? Or does it bring division, fear, pride, and confusion? The Spirit builds up the Church in holiness and unity. He does not lead people into chaos or flattery. Another test is whether the Spirit glorifies Christ. Jesus said the Spirit would not speak on His own authority but would take what belongs to Christ and declare it. The Spirit always lifts up Jesus. Any voice or experience that shifts attention away from Him is not of God. Finally, discernment happens in community. Paul instructed the Corinthians that prophetic words should be weighed by others. Even sincere believers can mishear, misunderstand, or be misled. A healthy church does not operate on private revelations that cannot be tested. The Bereans were praised for examining Paul's words against the Scriptures. True spiritual leadership invites scrutiny because it is committed to the truth, not to control. The Third Segment is: Spiritual Abuse and the Misuse of Authority One of the most dangerous distortions of the Spirit's work is when spiritual leaders use His name to shield themselves from accountability. If a pastor or teacher tells the congregation that their words must be accepted without question because they are Spirit-led, something is deeply wrong. No one is above testing. Not even Paul was exempt. In Galatians, Peter is corrected publicly for behavior that contradicted the gospel. True authority submits to the Word of God. When leaders resist examination, they are not protecting the Spirit. They are protecting themselves. The Holy Spirit does not bless pride, manipulation, or spiritual intimidation. He convicts sin but never controls through fear. He leads but does not coerce. He exalts Christ, not personalities. Discernment is not rebellion. It is loyalty to the One who gave us His Spirit and called us to walk in truth. The fourth segment is: Blaspheming the Holy Spirit: The Sin That Will Not Be Forgiven Jesus' warning about the unforgivable sin has caused confusion and fear for generations. In Matthew 12, after the Pharisees accuse Him of casting out demons by the power of Satan, Jesus responds with a grave rebuke. Every sin and blasphemy can be forgiven, He says, except for blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. That sin will not be forgiven in this age or in the age to come. To understand this, we must consider the context. The religious leaders had witnessed undeniable evidence of the Spirit's power through Christ. A man was healed and delivered right before their eyes. But instead of responding in humility, they hardened their hearts and claimed the work of the Holy Spirit was demonic. This was not a one-time slip. It was a willful rejection of the truth. They saw the Spirit at work and chose to call Him evil. Their hearts were not just mistaken; they were closed off to repentance. That is what makes the sin unforgivable. It is not a single act. It is a settled posture of rejection that cuts a person off from the very One who brings conviction, faith, and renewal. Blaspheming the Holy Spirit means knowingly and persistently attributing the work of God to the enemy, resisting the Spirit's witness to Christ, and rejecting the truth with full knowledge of what is being denied. It is not a careless word or a moment of doubt. It is a defiant rejection of the Spirit's testimony. For believers who fear they may have committed this sin, that very fear is evidence that they have not. The unforgivable sin is not something someone accidentally stumbles into. It is a deliberate and final refusal of God's offer of mercy. Those who grieve over sin, seek forgiveness, and desire to walk with the Spirit are not guilty of blaspheming Him. This warning matters deeply in our age. When discernment becomes slander, when people mock what is genuinely from God because it does not fit their tradition, when leaders reject conviction and call it attack, they risk silencing the Spirit they claim to serve. The warning is not just for the ancient Pharisees. It is for anyone who hardens their heart and declares what is holy to be unclean. We must test

Reading Acts 9:10-19 where the Jesus speaks to a man named Ananias and tells him to go lay hands on Saul and baptize him, for Jesus is going to make him an apostle. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Everyone in the early church had everything in common; they shared, they met needs, they sold possessions and gave. This is what true community looks like, surrounded by faithful believers in Christ who trust in their Savior for security and provision. Ananias and Sapphira however gave, not out of honor for the Lord, but for public image. We are warned to not pretend and put up false images of ourselves, but instead we are free to give ourselves to the One who saw us at our worst and loved us still.

We love a redemption story — until it's about someone we've actually been hurt by. Jaime Lannister? Sure. Darth Vader? Fine. The Grinch? We gave him a musical. But the person who wronged us in real life? That's a different conversation.In Acts 9, the early church had to answer one of the most defining questions a community can ask: Will we love God more than we hate our enemies?This week at Canvas, Travis walks through the story of Saul — the early church's most hated person — and Ananias, the ordinary believer whose one yes changed the trajectory of Christianity forever. We'll explore what it looks like to be a family that makes room for the person nobody expected.Three things we'll unpack:01. Who we call "lost," God calls "loved."02. Radical grace will likely cost you your reputation.03. Choose to measure people by their highest calling, not their lowest moment.If you've been carrying real hurt from a real person — this one's for you. And if you've ever wondered whether you're too far gone for God to use — this one's for you too.

In this sermon, Meredith looks at the story of Paul's conversion, and particularly the character of Ananias

Pastor Nina continues our Acts series unpacking the story of Ananias and Sapphira. They both wanted to look generous without the cost of true sacrifice. Their story reveals a sobering truth: God takes sacred things seriously. What sacred responsibilities has God entrusted to you, and are you stewarding them with integrity or just trying to look good? Sometimes our most painful moments are when God releases the greatest growth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why does integrity matter in our faith journey?In today's episode, Mary Alessi guides us through the story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5, exploring how honesty and authenticity form the foundation of a genuine relationship with God. Together, we'll learn what it means to be real in God's presence, why God values truth over image, and how choosing integrity brings freedom and blessing into our lives.Let's come together as a community in prayer and devotion, inviting God to search our hearts and lead us into deeper honesty and healing.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! HELP US GROW THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare this with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewSupport Our Friends and FamilyConnect with the original host of MMD  Alison DelamotaFollow our family's podcast The Family Business with The Alessis

Church discipline is one of the most neglected—and misunderstood—teachings in modern Christianity. But what if avoiding it is actually harming the church? In this episode of Take Heart, Cory Wing walks through the biblical case for church discipline and why it has always been considered essential to a healthy church. Drawing from Scripture and the Reformers, this teaching revisits the three historic marks of a true church—and the one many churches quietly ignore. You’ll see how church discipline is not about control or punishment, but about love, restoration, and faithfulness to Christ. This episode covers: • What church discipline actually is (and isn’t) • Why so many churches avoid it today • The three marks of a true church • How discipline protects both the sinner and the church Key passages: Matthew 16 & 18 Acts 5 (Ananias and Sapphira) 1 Corinthians 5 Revelation 2–3 If you’ve struggled with this topic—or seen it misused—this episode brings clarity rooted in Scripture and hope grounded in the gospel.