Podcasts about mission acts

World Outreach Celebration 2025 focuses on the theme: “Don't Waste Your Worship: How Missions Flows from Worship and to Worship.” On Day 4, Daniel Bennett, pastor-teacher of Bethany Community Church in Washington, Illinois, speaks from Acts 13:13 on “Sustained Worship: Faithful to the Mission,” emphasising the truth that God uses weak vessels to proclaim the glorious truths that transform idolators into Christ-exalting worshippers. He addresses three things from this text: 1. Why we abandon the mission 2. What happens when we fail 3. How we care for our missionaries

A Church on a Mission | Acts 8:1-17 | Gathered To Transform Lives (Part 4)A Church on a MissionActs 8:1-17Mar 2, 2025Gospel City ChurchCopyright 2025Shawn SeilerSeoul, Korea

In this sermon, pastor Dylan Dodson preaches from Acts 13:1-12 as we look like what it looks like to live on mission.

Peter Gonzalez continues our series in the book of Acts.Learn more about us at ⁠anchorchurchgilbert.com⁠.Do you have any questions about the sermon? Text them to480-757-7553.

In Acts 2:47, we see a church where God is at work—adding to their number daily as lives are transformed by the gospel. This week, we're talking about the heartbeat of mission: joining God in what He's already doing, making room for growth, and stepping into bold faith for those around us. Together, we'll discover how to live as highways of grace, bringing the hope of Jesus to our city one life at a time.

Empowered For A Mission | Acts 1:1-11 | Gathered To Transform Lives (Part 1)Empowered For A MissionActs 1:1-11Feb 9, 2025Gospel City ChurchCopyright 2025Shawn SeilerSeoul, Korea

Everyday Life on Mission . . .I. Understand the Anatomy of Engaging a People or Place! (11:19-30) II. Expect Suffering as Part of Life in this World, as a Christian, and on Mission! (Ch 12)Practical Implicationso What are your next steps for Everyday Mission? o What keeps you from Praying w/ Boldness? Answers? o Review back of Sheet: What stands out? What would you add? Musings on Suffering God Centered Perspective:- Our Purpose in Life reframes the question: from why me to how do I show a superior satisfaction in Him! (2 Cor 5:9) - Produces greater eternal glory in/for us (2 Cor 4:16-18)- Life in Fallen world: Groaning and Redemption (Rom 8:22-25)- God has a wisdom/power beyond our vantage point (Rom 11:33-36)- Why is rarely answered but the Who is always answered (Job 40-42) - God entered the world and suffered on the cross (Mt 27:46) - God will do right and make all things right one day. (Rev 21:4) How do we Suffer Well: - Learn to Lament/Grieve Well before God: (Psalms) - Keep Praying: Don't let God disappear from trial. - Lean into God as He is; all that He is - Root out our idols/disordered loves- Cling to/Move towards Christ - Meditate on our eternal hope - Stay in Community- resist the urge to isolate.- In Time- Find Someone to Love and Serve - Stay faithful to the means of grace/disciplines Why do we Suffer? (*No “Answer” but some ideas)- *Beware of a Greater Good mentality. - Weans us from Love Affair w/ this World/Life- Tests the strength of our faith (goal of approving)- Works humility and compassion in us - Exposes our disordered loves/deepest treasures-Deepens our heavenly hope- Become more genuinely helpful to others- Opportunity to glorify God w/ Tears: Display God is better than what we can/will lose in this life (Ps 63:3) - Necessary in the Process of maturity and hope (Ja 1:2-4; Rom 5:1-5) What is helpful in this list to you? Why? What else would you add?

This week we look at the Jewish leaders' response to Peter's explanation of what has transpired in the healing of the man lame from birth. Speaker: Jude St. John

What does the book of Acts say about how God uses ordinary people who are unashamed of the gospel to share their faith. Take a listen!

This week, Pastor Mike unpacks the significance of Pentecost, the day the Holy Spirit was poured out. The Spirit empowers all believers, not just a select few, to share the gospel. Equally, we see the importance of unity in diversity and the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit.

Craig Coady

Steven Christopher, RPC's Men's Minister, continues our series through the book of Acts in chapter 15 where the early church discovers the resolution to internal conflict is found in their unified commitment to the mission.Stream additional content at https://www.youtube.com/c/RockPointeChurchFM

Introduction: Acts 1 serves as a crucial transition between the Gospels and the early Church, marking Jesus' ascension and the promise of the Holy Spirit. This chapter sets the stage for the Holy Spirit's transformative work in believers' lives. In this teaching, we will explore how Acts 1 illustrates the importance of waiting on the Spirit, receiving empowerment, and understanding our role in God's mission. 1. The Promise of the Holy Spirit Acts 1:1-5 (NLT)
1 In my first book, I told you, Theophilus, about everything Jesus began to do and teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven after giving his chosen apostles further instructions through the Holy Spirit. 3 During the forty days after he suffered and died, he appeared to the apostles occasionally, proving to them in many ways that he was alive. And he talked to them about the Kingdom of God.
4 Once, when he was eating with them, he commanded them, “Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you the gift he promised, as I told you before. 5 John baptized with water, but in just a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” Jesus instructed His disciples to wait for the promised gift of the Father—the Holy Spirit. This divine empowerment was essential for them to fulfill their calling. In the same way, we are called to begin each day refreshed in the presence of the Lord, receiving the Holy Spirit's power anew. The Holy Spirit working through the body of Christ is the most significant evidence to the world that Jesus is alive. Just as the children of Israel relied on fresh manna daily in the wilderness, we, too, must seek a daily refilling of the Spirit. Spiritual empowerment is not a one-time event but a continuous renewal, equipping us for God's purposes. The disciples' waiting was intentional, involving prayer, scripture reflection, and fellowship. Likewise, we must cultivate a posture of expectation and readiness to receive and move in the Spirit. This waiting is not passive—it is active, filled with anticipation, preparation, and community engagement. As we align ourselves with God's timing and rely on His grace, we are strengthened to live out our faith and reveal His kingdom to the world. 2. Empowerment for Mission Acts 1:8 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” We can only effectively be witnesses for Christ with the power of the Holy Spirit. Without Him, we are the same as any other religion or philosophy; our efforts will always fall short, no matter how well-intentioned. The best we can do on our own will never be enough to transform lives or reveal the glory of God. The Holy Spirit eliminates all barriers—cultural, linguistic, racial, gender and social divisions are dismantled as we walk in His power. Through the Spirit, unity and understanding are supernaturally achieved, enabling us to reach hearts that human efforts cannot. In a world that often turns to gimmicks and strategies for evangelism, God's way requires only one essential: the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It is not our persuasive words or clever methods that make the difference; it is the person of the Holy Spirit working through us. When filled with the Spirit, He bears witness to Christ, using us as His vessels to bring the gospel to life in power and truth. 3. The Ascension and the Promise of His Return Acts 1:9-11 9 After saying this, he was taken up into a cloud while they were watching, and they could no longer see him. 10 As they strained to see him rising into heaven, two white-robed men suddenly stood among them. 11 “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but someday he will return from heaven in the same way you saw him go!” Too many so-called disciples are still gazing upward, focused on Christ's physical return, instead of looking within and moving in the power of the Holy Spirit. Our concern should not be consumed with when Jesus will return but with the pressing reality of a world desperately needing Him. We are called, chosen, and empowered by the Holy Spirit to bring His presence and message to lost people. Suppose we are not actively witnessing the people around us. In that case, we risk becoming like the disciples' initial reaction to Jesus' ascension—so heavenly-minded that we are no earthly good. While the timing of Christ's return remains unknown, one truth is certain: He is already with us through the Holy Spirit, guiding and equipping us for the work. The Holy Spirit is entirely God, equal with the Father and the Son. We have everything we need in Him—the fullness of God's power, presence, and purpose. Instead of longing solely for Christ's physical return, we must embrace the reality of His Spirit dwelling within us. The Spirit empowers us to fulfill the mission of reaching the world for Christ, bringing heaven's hope to earth until the day He comes again. 4. Community in Prayer Acts 1:12-14 12 Then the apostles returned to Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, a distance of half a mile.[c] 13 When they arrived, they went to the upstairs room of the house where they were staying. Here are the names of those who were present: Peter, John, James, Andrew, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, James (son of Alphaeus), Simon (the zealot), and Judas (son of James). 14 They all met together and were constantly united in prayer, along with Mary the mother of Jesus, several other women, and the brothers of Jesus. As the body of Christ, we are made up of many members, and the unity we cultivate directly impacts the power of the Holy Spirit released among us. The early Church exemplified the transformative power of community and prayer, showing that living in the Spirit is not merely an individual journey but a deeply communal one. Prayer meetings are often the least attended in many churches because we fail to grasp the complete revelation of prayer and the work of the Holy Spirit. When we understand that prayer is not merely offering well-wishes to heaven but entering a space of divine encounter—waiting for the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and declaring His prophetic word—prayer will no longer feel optional. Instead, it will become a source of longing and a place of transformation. The continued experience of Pentecost requires us to gather consistently in prayer. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit, revival, and prayer are inseparable. Revival is born out of prayer, ignited by the Spirit's outpouring. To sustain a vibrant, Spirit-filled life as a community, we must commit to praying together with expectation and unity, just as the early Church did. Conclusion In Acts 1, we witness the transformative call to wait, receive, and act. The disciples were not merely instructed to remain in Jerusalem; they were charged to prepare for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit to empower them to fulfill the Great Commission. Today, we stand in that same lineage of faith, equipped with the Holy Spirit's power to carry out God's mission. This is not a passive calling—it is a charge to be active witnesses for Christ, living lives that reflect His kingdom here and now. The promise of the Spirit is not reserved for a select few; it is for all who believe and are willing to wait, receive, and move in His power. We are empowered for purpose—not to sit idly by but to transform the world through the gospel. The Spirit equips us to cross every barrier, unite across every division, and demonstrate God's love to a broken and searching world. Christ's ascension and the promise of His return call us to urgency and focus. Instead of staring into the heavens, let us look to the Spirit within us and to the harvest fields around us. Charge: * Wait expectantly in prayer for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Make prayer a priority both individually and as a community. * Walk boldly in the Spirit's power, knowing that you are equipped to overcome barriers and bring the light of Christ to every dark corner of the world. * Witness actively, sharing the gospel wherever you go, allowing the Holy Spirit to work through you in power and truth. Remember, you have been empowered for a divine purpose. Go, therefore, in the power of the Holy Spirit, and be the hands and feet of Jesus in a world longing for His hope and truth. Through word and action, let your life declare that Christ is alive and His kingdom is at hand. -- Praise Tabernacle Dr. Joshua Kennedy,  Pastor 2235 Ocean Heights  Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 pastorjosh@praisetabernacle.com praisetabernacle.church  (609) 927-4560(w), (609) 402-8869(c)     -- Praise Tabernacle Dr. Joshua Kennedy,  Pastor 2235 Ocean Heights  Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 pastorjosh@praisetabernacle.com praisetabernacle.church  (609) 927-4560(w),

As we continue in our "God's Vision for Multiplication" series, Pastor Brad zooms in on the church in Antioch. A church of normal Christians who are obeying the command to multiply.

Hello, Kindly listen to the teaching title HIS VOICE IN DIVINE SERVICE & MISSION [Acts 20:17-30] by Mrs. Charity Byarugaba from Morning Devotion of Thursday, 21st November 2024

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God Sends us to Everyday Mission . . . I. Embrace the Common Elements of Everyday Mission! (1-8) II. Look out for the Promise and Pitfalls of Everyday Mission! (9-25) Practical Implications o What Every Member on Mission Step can you take this week? o What 5 ways can you serve someone around you this week? o What would change if we assumed people were lost vs. saved?

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Series: 2024 - The Big Picture: The Narrative of ScriptureService: Sunday WorshipType: Bible MessageSpeaker: Phillip W. Martin

The Test of Our Mission // Acts 20-22Sunday Morning Service // October 6, 2024Missions Month 2024Missionary Calvin Houser

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Church shouldn't be boring. And, the book of the Acts is proof of that. In every generation of the church, people have rediscovered the story of the early church as it's told in the book of Acts—and it has set the church on fire. In a cultural moment where the church is in decline, we want to read the book of Acts page by page and highlight moments that have the potential to renew the church in our time. We don't just want to read stories from Acts, we want to live them. If that's what you want and you're just curious about faith, join us for Season 1 of Highlights from Acts.

Series:  FIELD GUIDE TO THE BIBLE  Passage: Acts 9:1-6; 17 October 6, 2024 www.clearcreekcoc.org

Followers of Christ are called to more than "going on mission trips." We are called to live the mission in our everyday life. Sometimes our assignments do not make sense. Find out more about this common mission of chasing chariots every Christian is supposed to be living!

Richard Hong "Friends on a Mission" "Acts 16:11-15" www.risenhayward.com

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Worship Births Mission - Acts 13:1-12 (September 1, 2024) by Michael B. Linton

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The following episode is a live recorded sermon from the Sunday gathering at The Heights Church Denver on 08/18/24 The Spirit Empowers us for Mission: Acts 1 | Holy Spirit Jonathan Hunt The Holy Spirit has famously been called “the forgotten God.” Christians give a lot of attention to the Father who pursues and loves his prodigal children. We, of course, love Jesus who came and accomplished our salvation through a cross and resurrection. But when it comes to the Spirit many Christians are at a loss. The Spirit feels like the proverbial “third-wheel” on the trinitarian date. And much of this is because of the lack of good teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. But without the Holy Spirit, we cannot be adopted into the Fathers family or receive the forgiveness for our sins that Jesus accomplished on the cross. In the words of Father Ignatius Hazim, “Without the Holy Spirit, God is distant, Christ is in the past, the Gospel is a dead letter, the Church is simply an organization, authority is always domination, mission is propaganda, worship is the summoning of spirits, and Christian action is the morality of slaves.” We need the Holy Spirit. For more information about The Heights Church, or to contact us, visit our website at TheHeightsDenver.com

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God loves to use people to reach people. But often we aren't sure how to go about being used for God's purposes. Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series in Acts and see some practical instruction about how to engage in gospel mission.

Acts: Church on Mission Acts 12:12-19

FINDING POWER OVER ERRORACTS 13:1-12 I.      The Desperate Need: Power in Gospel Outreach A.    Truth decay and the reality of spiritual warfare (Ephesians 6:10-18) B.    Handling opposition in evangelism and apologetics C.    Finding spiritual power for the proclamation and defense of the gospel II.     The Spreading Flame: The Acts of the Holy Spirit A.    The birth of the church through the work of Jesus Christ, Lord of all. B.    Jesus: “You will receive power from the Holy Spirit” (Acts 1:8; John 14:16-17) C. Beginning of great gospel adventures—and conflicts (Acts 14:22) III.     Preparation for Ministry (Acts 13:1-3) A.    Prophets and teachers: Spirit-empowered ministry positions B.    Multi-ethnic ministry (Galatians 3:26-28) C.    Fasting and prayer before God and with the church (Acts 2:42; 3:1; 4:24; 6:4; 10:31; 14:23; 28:8) D.    Prayer and fasting in the ministry of Jesus (Matthew 4:1-2; 6:16-18; 9:5) E.    God's corporate call for mission (Matthew 28:18-20; Luke 24:45-49: Acts 1:8) F.    Paul's individual call to mission (Acts 9:1-19; Galatians 1:11-24) His first excursion to the Gentiles G.    Power principle #1: We need a God-ward orientation to discern God's call to mission and to receive God's power over error. H.    Power principle #2: We need the wisdom of the church to discern God's call to mission and to receive God's power over error. IV.     Beginning the Mission (Acts 13:4-5) A.    The importance of Paul's first mission; door opened to the Gentiles B.    Sent out by the Holy Spirit (second reference to the Holy Spirit) C.    Proclaimed the Word of God by the Spirit (2 Timothy 3:14-17; Hebrews 4:12) D.    John was their helper (Romans 12:8; 1 Corinthians 12:28) E.    Power principle #3: We need to proclaim God's word to find power over error. F.    Power principle #4: Behind the scenes helpers are vital for powerful ministry. V.     The Power of Error: Enter the Sorcerer (Acts 13:6-8)     A.    Team traveled a long distance for the gospel; sacrifice (Matthew 10:37-38) B.    Bar-Jesus: Jewish sorcerer and false prophet (Deuteronomy 18:9-14, 20; Acts 8:9-11; Revelation 22:15) C.    Sergius Paulus: intelligent Roman political leader. Wanted to hear the Word of God. This is an open door for the gospel. Considering Sergius Paulus's authority, the mission team probably could not have refused his offer; that adds extra pressure.  D.    Elymas wants to shut the open door for the gospel. Conflict and controversy ensue.  E.    Power principle #5: The power of error opposes the truth of the gospel. VI.     Power Over Error: Enter Paul (Acts 13:9-11) A.    Saul, called Paul (Roman version of the Semitic Saul) B.    “Filled with the Holy Spirit” (third reference to the Holy Spirit) C.    Stared him down with condemning truth. He is a: 1.    Child of the devil (John 8:44) 2.    Enemy of everything right (Matthew 13:39) 3.    Full of deceit and trickery (Matthew 13:19) 4.    Paul's question…not answered by the sorcerer. 5.    Blinded, for a time (Isaiah 44:25-26) D.    Power principle #6: A Spirit-filled and biblical-informed Christian challenges error courageously. VII.     Power Over Error in Evangelism (Acts 13:12) A.    Sergius Paulus was amazed at God's truth and power; he believed B.    Miracles and teaching work together through the Holy Spirit, all backed by prayer and holy living. C.    Power principle #7: God's work in God's way finds power over error, but this does not eliminate hardships and setbacks in our mission (Acts 14:22). VIII.     Finding Power Over Error Today A.    Spirit-led and biblically informed mission generates opposition to its mandate.  B.    Prepare for spiritual opposition as you explain, proclaim, and defend the gospel. C.    Applying these seven power principles today 1.    Find godly fellowship (Acts 2:42) 2.    Seek God in prayer and fasting (Matthew 6:16-18) 3.    Study and share God's Word (Psalm 119; 2 Timothy 3:15-17) 4.    Expect opposition and controversy (Matthew 10:34-39) 5.    Find humble helpers—and be a humble helper 6.    Expose error courageously in God's timing (Joshua 1:6-9) 7.    Expect God to vindicate God's truth, but not without hardships. Recommended reading: 1.    Sharon Beekman, Silencing Satan (Wipf and Stock, 2012). Major academic study by one who understands the demonic world by experience and through study as a Christian. 2.    Mark Bubeck, Overcoming the Adversary (Moody Press, 1984). On spiritual warfare. An updated version is called Warfare Prayer.3.    Ajith Fernando. The NIV Application Commentary: Acts (Zondervan, 1998). Excellent and practical commentary. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Church on Mission Acts 12:1-11

Family - Mission = Cruise Ship Mission - Family = Pyramid Scheme Family + Mission = Band of Brothers Family + Mission = Gospel Goodbyes

In the Book of Matthew, Jesus calls His disciples to take His Gospel message to the world. So what does it look like to do that in our everyday lives - in our family, workplace, and neighborhood? As we dig into Acts 21, we learn Paul's example of a life on mission.May 12, 2024

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Drew Williams continues our sermon series Acts of the Risen Lord in Acts 15:36-16:15 with this week's message titled "The Risen Lord Guides His Mission."