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What is the role of women in the book of Acts? What does the role of women in Acts teach us about how God builds his kingdom? In this episode, Emma Dotter surveys the role of women in the book of Acts, including women who prophecy, pray, and lead in the early church . She shares how women (and men) are full participants in Christ's mission. // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: Acts 1: 14; Acts 2:  17-18; Joel 2; Acts 5; Acts 8-9; Acts 9: 39; Acts 12: 12-13; Acts 16: 13, 16, 18, 40; Acts 17: 4, 12; Acts 18: 18, 26; Romans 16: 3; Acts 21: 5, 9; Acts 24: 24; 25: 13; 26: 30 // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: Women in Acts: Women's Role in the Birth of the Church (https://www.logos.com/grow/min-women-in-acts/) // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we're studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week's passage. Then, for the next six days, we'll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we'll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God's Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years' print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org 

Verse by verse study through the book of Acts Chapter Eleven and Verse Twenty Two

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It’s "Filthy Fridays" on Hardcore Christianity, and Brother Mike is tackling one of the most hotly debated, divisive topics in the modern church: women preachers. Are women completely barred from leadership, or has a misunderstanding of ancient languages clouded the true message of the scriptures? By digging deeply into the original Greek text, Brother Mike breaks down Paul's instructions in a simple, easy-to-understand way. He unpacks key terms like gune (wife), hesychia (quietness), and authenteo (to forcefully usurp authority), proving that the Bible doesn't reject women teaching—it rejects a structure of forced domination. Tune in to discover the biblical precedent for women in ministry, from Old Testament prophecy to the four daughters of Philip, and find out how a balanced, ordered church can unleash the full power and anointing of the Holy Spirit. Scripture & Highlights Mentioned in This Episode Learning in Silence: Understanding the context of Paul's command for a wife (gune) to learn in quietness (hesychia) and structural subordination (hypotage) (1 Timothy 2:11). The Power of the Conjunction: Breaking down the Greek conjunction oude ("nor") to show why teaching and aggressively taking authority (authenteo) over a man must be viewed together (1 Timothy 2:12-14). Order in the Family & Church: Looking back to the original order established in the garden and how the divine structure mirrors the Trinity (Genesis 3:16; 1 Timothy 2:15). Chattering vs. Preaching: Explaining how the restriction against speaking in church refers to lalein (continuous side-chattering) which creates confusion during a service (1 Corinthians 14:34-35). Prophesying Daughters: Finding the biblical precedents for women actively praying, prophesying, and holding spiritual office in the Church (Acts 2:17-18; Acts 21:8-9; 1 Corinthians 11:5). Connect with the Ministry Arizona Deliverance Center Located in downtown Phoenix on 15th Avenue, just south of Osborn Road (look for the red brick building). Come witness a ministry where both men and women exercise their spiritual gifts under the anointing of the Holy Spirit. Weekly Live Services: Thursday & Friday nights at 7:00 PM Ladies Night: Tuesdays at 6:30 PM Saturday Worship Service: Saturdays at 4:30 PM — A powerful service where the saints gather to sing in tongues, followed immediately by a deliverance service where people find instant freedom and healing. Monthly Healing Service: The last Friday of every month at 7:00 PM. Coordinated by Stephanie, this service is regularly packed out with incredible testimonies of deliverance—arrive early to secure a seat! Weekly Healing Zoom Services: Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Email mike@hardcorechristianity.com to receive your access codes and passwords. Support the show: https://hardcorechristianity.com/donations/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 8 of our new series "Acts" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

Missions Month 2026 V: What Makes a Church a Sending Church (Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3) Missions Month 2026 V: What Makes a Church a Sending Church (Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3) Rev. Robin Lee

This message is from our "Acts" series.The book of Acts tells the story of the gospel advancing from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. As we walk through this missional narrative together, our prayer is that God would breathe fresh wind into our sails—motivating and inspiring us to join Him in the work He's still doing today.Crosspoint City is one church in multiple locations and we exist to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://mycpcc.com/giveSTAY CONNECTED:Facebook: https://mycpcc.com/facebookInstagram: https://mycpcc.com/instagramTiktok: https://mycpcc.com/tiktok

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This podcast is a continuation of the teachings from God's word by Pastor John Donnerberg.

This was Dave Richards looking at Acts 2:42-47 from our 7 pm service on Sunday 31 May 2026. This is part of our The Spirit and the Church Series.

Growth brings change, discomfort, and new needs. In the early church, things were not always simple and easy, rather they were unpolished. They faced challenges as a result of more and more people coming to faith and interacting with the rest of Jerusalem. Each of God's people, as they are filled with the Holy Spirit, are called to care for and strengthen the church in unity, through every trial and opportunity just like Christ.

May 29, 2026

This message from Acts 5 reveals the danger of “playing church” while hiding a dishonest heart. In this passage, Matthew talks through how the Holy Spirit is not a spiritual accessory but a holy, searching presence who guards the integrity of Christ's bride. God sometimes exposes sin dramatically to protect His church, and He will not trade true holiness for outward success or image. You'll understand how fear of the Lord is not the enemy of revival, but part of it. This message is an urgent call to stop performing, step out of hiding, and walk in honest, Spirit-empowered holiness before God and His people

Sunday, May 24, 2026

God can show up in many different ways. At Pentecost the Holy Spirit showed up as wind and fire.

In Acts 2:43 the early church is performing wonders and signs, but what does that have to do with the Spirit Filled church today? Join us this Sunday as we look at Acts 2 and see how the Scriptures are calling us to participate in the wonders and signs of Jesus!

Today’s Bible Verse: “Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles.” — Acts 2:43 Acts 2:43 gives us a glimpse into the powerful spiritual atmosphere of the early church after Pentecost. As believers gathered in unity, devotion, prayer, and generosity, God moved among them in undeniable ways. Awe filled the community as miracles, signs, and wonders pointed people toward the power and presence of Jesus Christ. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This week, Pastor Andrew walked students through Acts 2:42-47 to show what the church really is and what it's for. The early believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, communion, and prayer, and they sacrificially shared what they had so that others were cared for. The main idea is simple: the church is the people of God who gather to worship Him and support one another, and God uses a healthy, loving church to draw others to Jesus. The challenge for every student is to ask whether they're truly committed to the local church — growing, serving, sacrificing, and pointing others to Christ — or just showing up to check a box.

Pastor Allan McCollough

This week, Brian Owen — pastor of Grace City Church in Boston and founder of Pray Boston — brings a guest message from Acts 13:1–3 titled "Becoming a Movemental Church." Preaching to the Table Boston community, Brian unpacks what it looks like for a local church to refuse to stay still: to be a Spirit-directed community that worships deeply, listens carefully, and sends sacrificially, releasing its best people and resources outward for the advance of the Kingdom of God.Drawing from the Church of Antioch as his central case study, Brian walks through four marks of a movemental church. First, movemental churches make the necessary moves to prepare for movemental moments, like Barnabas, who read the temperature of the Spirit and went to retrieve Paul, trusting that God was up to something new. Second, movemental churches practice expectant devotion: not strategy sessions or marketing campaigns, but the kind of worship and fasting that positions a church to hear the Holy Spirit say, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul." Third, movemental moments happen from within the local church, not outside of it, and every believer has been given gifts by the Spirit. Withholding those gifts robs the community of what it needs to reach the city. Fourth, movemental churches risk to experience renewal. Just as Antioch released its two best leaders into dangerous, unknown territory, churches that fear the cost will, in the words of Welsh revivalist Evan Roberts, never see the victory.The theological anchor of this message is the conviction that expectant devotion, not distraction, is what positions a church for a move of God. Leaning heavily on C.S. Lewis's Screwtape Letters, Brian argues that the enemy's most effective weapon today is not blatant sin but distraction: the gradual, quiet edging of the soul away from prayer, fasting, and hunger for God. In a city like Boston, where intellectual pride and spiritual darkness run deep, the movemental church must be one that actively wars against passivity and chooses to press toward God rather than settle for busyness.The invitation of this message is simple and searching: stop playing it safe. Brian closes by calling the room to honest self-examination. Some are being called to step toward something they have been avoiding out of fear; others are being called to walk away from something that is quietly suffocating their spiritual potential. Whether the risk involves finances, serving, mission, or simply embracing the season God has you in, the movemental life begins with a yes. As Brian reminds the church, anything worthwhile involves risk, and a church willing to release its best people and resources will always find that God honors the sacrifice with something greater than it gave away.

Acts 11–13Zack Thurman | May 3rd, 2026Follow Overland Church:Instagram: www.instagram.com/overlandfocoFacebook: www.facebook.com/overlandfocoJoin us Sunday mornings at 9:00 am or 10:30 am.We exist to glorify God by proclaiming Jesus ChristOverland Church | Fort Collins, COwww.overlandchurch.org/

The church was growing, disciples were multiplying, and the gospel was going out. Everything seemed to be going great for the early New Testament church, but a dangerous false teaching was starting to infiltrate. A teaching that still can derail Christians even today, millennia later. The question is, is faith in Jesus enough to save you, or is something else required? That's thequestion that Peter gracefully answers in this passage, and that's what we'll be looking at. We're studying Acts 11.Acts 11 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/inductive-bible-study/acts/acts-11/Study and Obey's Bible study guides on Amazon -https://amzn.to/48SgPEN(As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)Study and Obey Free Weekly Podcast on Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/study-and-obey/id1571266150Our website of 800+ practical and free Bible studies - https://studyandobey.comSupport this ministry -https://studyandobey.com/support/25+ Bible study guides for individual or group study on many different books of the Bible - https://studyandobey.com/shop/Sign up for a weekly Bible study to your inbox. 20+ studies to choose from - https://studyandobey.com/weekly-bible-study/Support the show

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The sermon wraps up the “MORE” series by emphasizing that God is continually doing new things and has greater purpose, growth, and spiritual depth available for both individuals and the church. It explains that the church is a community of believers called to gather, grow, and actively share the Gospel, serving as God's primary way of reaching the world. The message celebrates the church's past faithfulness and expansion—especially the new campus—while calling everyone to continued commitment in building the church and reaching “one more” person for Christ.

Pastor Ben teaches from Acts 11 and shows what a healthy, world-changing church actually looks like. In this passage, we see that it begins with ordinary people whose lives have been transformed by Jesus and who cannot help but share that hope with others. As the Church lives this out, lives are changed, communities are formed, and the Gospel continues to advance. Key Verses // Acts 11 — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh Hussung preaches from Acts 12:25-13:3. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

This Easter Sunday message from Acts 2:42-47 asks a simple but important question: what happened after the resurrection? In Christ's Devoted Church, we look at how the risen Lord formed his people into a church that was rooted in truth, shaped by love, filled with joyful worship, and marked by prayerful dependence. This sermon is not only about the habits of the early church. It is about the power of Christ to form a people who live together in a way that displays the beauty of the gospel. Today Jesus Christ calls us to be that kind of church for others.

The Lord takes sin very seriously, so each local church must carefully protect its purity. Pastor Micah preaches at King's Cross Church.

Rev. Clay Wooten

TA walked through the story of Stephen, the first follower of Jesus to be killed for his faith, showing us both the reality of persecution and the faithfulness of God in the middle of it. While many of us don't experience this kind of opposition, millions of Christians around the world do. This passage invites us to see them as family, to be moved by their suffering, and to respond in a way that reflects Jesus.

TA walked through the story of Stephen, the first follower of Jesus to be killed for his faith, showing us both the reality of persecution and the faithfulness of God in the middle of it. While many of us don't experience this kind of opposition, millions of Christians around the world do. This passage invites us to see them as family, to be moved by their suffering, and to respond in a way that reflects Jesus.

“Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. And he killed James the brother of John with the sword. And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also. (Then were the days of unleavened bread.) And when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him; intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people. Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the prison. And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands. And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandals. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me. And he went out, and followed him; and wist not that it was true which was done by the angel; but thought he saw a vision. When they were past the first and the second ward, they came unto the iron gate that leadeth unto the city; which opened to them of his own accord: and they went out, and passed on through one street; and forthwith the angel departed from him. And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his angel, and hath delivered me out of the hand of Herod, and from all the expectation of the people of the Jews. And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together praying. And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a damsel came to hearken, named Rhoda. And when she knew Peter's voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate. And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. Then said they, It is his angel. But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened the door, and saw him, they were astonished. But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went into another place.” (Acts 12:1-17)

This is the account of the first Gentiles to respond to the gospel with repentance and faith. Gentiles, like the believing Jews before them, received the forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Now they belong to Christ's church. The inclusion of Gentiles reveals Christ's plan for the nations, his power to save, and his glory in the church. As Christians, this is our history. In this we rejoice. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

On Sunday, Jacob Alger, Watermark's Senior Director of Community, taught from Acts 6 and asked an important question: What if the greatest threat to the church wasn't external pressure but internal malfunction? This passage reminds us that a healthy church is one where problems are addressed, leaders remain devoted to prayer and the Word, and every member plays their part in the mission of God.

On Sunday, Jacob Alger, Watermark's Senior Director of Community, taught from Acts 6 and asked an important question: What if the greatest threat to the church wasn't external pressure but internal malfunction? This passage reminds us that a healthy church is one where problems are addressed, leaders remain devoted to prayer and the Word, and every member plays their part in the mission of God.

As we continue through the Purpose + Action collection, Pastor Ben Stuart walks us through how the first believers lived their everyday lives and what God was doing among them. It offers a picture of the Church at her best, while also serving as a diagnostic for the health of the local church today.Key Verses // Acts 2:42-47—Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give—Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc—Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc—Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_—Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Pastor Ben Stuart continues through Acts, we will see the coming of the Holy Spirit fall upon all who believe and how this movement of God propels the early Church to the ends of the earth. Key Verses // Acts 2:1-41 — With Passion City Online you can join us live every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:30a! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com/dc — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.