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Chapters 1-12 the focus has been on the Jerusalem believers, Apostle Peter Chapter 13 and onward will be focused on the Apostle Paul (also known as Saul) and the church at Antioch. In the book of Acts Paul travels 12,000 miles (20,000 kilometers) to bring the message of Jesus to people who had never heard of Him. Acts 13 THEN + NOW Seek and heed the Spirit. In the first 3 verses of this chapter we see them praying, fasting and doing as the Holy Spirit leads.Seeking the Spirit's guidance and then heeding it is an important truth for us today individually and as the Body of Christ. Acts 13:1-3 Rely on the Holy Spirit. Paul and Barnabas follow the Holy Spirit's leading and head to the island of Cyprus. There they meet the proconsul Sergius Paulus and his attendant, a sorcerer and false prophet named Bar-Jesus. The sorcerer tries to stop the proconsul from faith in Jesus as Paul and Barnabas share the Good News. God blinds the sorcerer and when the proconsul sees this he believes because he was amazed at the teaching about Jesus. There is power in the Name of Jesus, there is power through the Holy Spirit, there is insight given to those who believe and trust the Lord and who rely upon the Holy Spirit. Acts 13:4-12 Connect Scripture to today. Paul and Barnabas leave Cyprus and sail to Perga and then travel to Pisidian Antioch. They go to the synagogue and are asked if they have a word of exhortation to share with the people. Paul talks through the history of the people of Israel and all that God had done ending with God's bringing of the Messiah, Jesus the Savior. Paul connected the scripture to the present day. The Bible is for all people, in all times, in every generation. The Scriptures are relevant for us today. Acts 13:13-26 Testifies to the Risen Savior. Paul goes on to say how people missed and ignored what was prophesied about the Savior even going so far as to execute Him on the cross even without proper grounds to do so. Then they laid him in a tomb and God raised Him from the dead and there are witnesses to His resurrection. Paul makes it evident that what the prophets had said would happen was accomplished with Jesus Christ the Messiah and risen Savior. Our mission is to testify what God has done and point people to Jesus. Acts 13:27-32 Christ alone can free us. Paul shares by quoting Scriptures: Psalm 2:7, Isaiah 55:3, Psalm 16:10 and goes on to tell that all sins are forgiven in Christ. Following the Law doesn't save us, rather it shows us our failure to uphold it and shows our need for the Savior. Through faith in Jesus we are set free from every sin, a justification we are unable to obtain ourselves, it is only in Jesus Christ alone. Act 23:33-43 The following weeks many came to the synagogue to hear the Good News but some Jews were filled with jealousy and began to contradict what Paul was saying, heaping abuse on him. Paul and Barnabas spoke boldly that they had to speak the Word of God to the Jews first but that now they would teach the Gentiles. The gentiles rejoiced and the word of the Lord spread throughout the whole region and as it did the Jewish leaders incited the Jewish people against Paul and Barnabas until they finally left, shaking the dust off their feet and going to Iconium filled with joy and the Holy Spirit. Acts 13:44-51 This week's READING ASSIGNMENT: Acts chapter 13-14. 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/@AwakeUsNow/videos Join us Sundays live or on demand from our website https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service
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June 7, 2026Today's Reading: Luke 16:19-31Daily Lectionary: Proverbs 4:1-27; John 12:1-19“He said to him, ‘If they do not hear Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be convinced if someone should rise from the dead.'” (Luke 16:31) In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.At first glance, today's reading seems to suggest that life is the luck of the draw. The rich guy had it good during his earthly life, while Lazarus had it rough. And, because it is only fair then, the rich guy has to suffer in eternity, but Lazarus gets to be in comfort. It seems to make sense, right? It's only fair.And yet, this isn't about being poor or rich. This isn't a ‘fair picture' of who gets to have what. Instead, this teaches about the lie of independence and the idolatry of wanting to be your own god. This speaks to the heart of every sinner. The rich man had nice clothes and plenty of food; he lived lavishly. To us sinners who love control, comfort, and excess, this sounds great! Lazarus, by contrast, suffers continuously. He wishes for crumbs. And yet, all he has are the dogs. When death comes, Lazarus is brought to heaven, and the rich man suffers in torment. Ephesians 2 teaches us that it is, “by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing, it is a gift from God.” We learn that Lazarus had faith. He trusted in His Savior, even in suffering. In Hades, the rich man still wants to control his destiny. He wants a drop of water - he wants some relief; he is told no. He begs that Lazarus be raised from the dead to give his brothers a warning about this eternity of torment. But, his brothers already have the Law - they have the words of Moses and the Prophets. If they will not repent when the Law is taught, they will have no use for someone being risen from the dead. Repent, dear sinner. Do not be deceived by independence, control, or the ability to chase your desires. God's Word of Law is for your good. It reminds you that you are a sinner. Remember that in your Baptism, your Old Adam daily drowns and dies; the New Man daily rises and celebrates the boundaries given by God. The New Man daily rejoices, even in suffering, because even in trials there is hope. Cling to the promises of Jesus, who has risen from the dead for you. In excess and in suffering, you need God's Law and His Gospel. You need to be reminded of your sin and your dependence on God. Rejoice in that reminder - for you have a God who does not spare His only, perfect Son, but abandons Him on the cross for you. You have a Risen Savior who daily forgives your sins and meets your needs. You are not without hope. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.O God, the strength of all who trust in You, mercifully accept our prayers; and because through the weakness of our mortal nature we can do no good thing, grant us Your grace to keep Your Commandments that we may please You in both will and deed; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Deac. Sarah Longmire, Curricula Curator for Higher Things and Director of Family Life at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Lee's Summit, MO.
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Mark and Julianna interview two student athletes, Savannah Butterfield and George Austin, about how the church can support all student athletes in their vocation. Bios: Savannah Butterfield is from St. Louis, Missouri and plays on the Concordia University, Nebraska basketball team. Her home congregation is The Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens. George Austin is from Chandler, Arizona and plays lacrosse for Corona De Sol High School in Tempe. His home congregation is Risen Savior in Chandler. Resources: YouthESource Website – youthesource.com End Goals is the podcast of LCMS Youth Ministry in the Office of National Mission. LCMS Youth Ministry Staff discuss practices for healthy youth ministry and interview practitioners who provide insight for experienced and new youth leaders.
Listen to Pastor Gawel's sermon for April 19, 2026, taken from Luke 24:13-35. The post Walking with Our Risen Savior – Sermon for April 19, 2026 appeared first on St. Andrew Lutheran Church.
After his resurrection, Jesus appears to his disciples. He invites Thomas to lean in with all his questions and doubts, and he invites Peter to lean in with all his imperfections and failures. We too are invited to experience the Risen Savior.
Title: Dry BonesText: Ezekiel 37 Chris HefnerThe Power of God's Promises to Dry Bones One Principle: God's promises reflect the magnitude of his name/glory not the significance of our situations. Two Precepts: 1. The Word of God displays the power of God to the people of God.2. The Spirit of God through the Word of God gives life to the people of God. Three Purposes: 1. For the glory of the name of the Lord (36:16-22).2. That we (the people of God) will know the Lord is God (37:6, 13, 14).3. That the nations will know the Lord is God (36:36-38; 37:28). One Person who makes God's promises possible: Jesus Christ, the Son of David, crucified King, Risen Savior. Please reach out to us via email at info@wilkesborobaptist.org
Luke 24 // Paul BrandesThis sermon covers the world-changing events of the resurrection in Luke 24. We follow the journey from the shock of the empty tomb to the walking conversation on the road to Emmaus, and finally to the ascension. Discover how he opened the eyes of his followers to see the truth of the scriptures and the reality of his victory over death.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/new26.04.05
Wrapping up our year in the book of Mark
Wrapping up our year in the book of Mark
The risen Christ sends his Church into the world with his peace, his grace, and his Spirit.
Easter is an empty tomb, death defeated, sin forgiven. Easter is brokenness restored, a new covenant, a promise fulfilled. Easter is our redemption, eternal life, a celebration. Easter is a Risen Savior.
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The resurrection of Jesus Christ stands as the defining moment that separates Christianity from every other religion. While all other religious leaders remain in their graves, Jesus conquered death and walked out of His tomb. This historical event isn't just something to celebrate annually, but a present reality that should transform how believers live daily. The eyewitness testimony of the disciples, who died for their claims rather than recant, provides compelling evidence for the resurrection's truth. True faith in the risen Christ goes beyond intellectual belief to complete life surrender and transformation.Support the show
Does the resurrection matter? Yes! It actually happened, and because the resurrection account in the Bible is real and historically accurate, everything else the Bible says about Jesus is true. Because the evidence shows that the event is real, it means Jesus truly is our Savior. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ
Scripture Text: John 20:1-31 Sunday, April 5, 2026 Sermon Discussion Guides Morningside Church, Tallahassee (morningsidetlh.org)
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Luke 24 // Jonathan NeefThis sermon covers the world-changing events of the resurrection in Luke 24. We follow the journey from the shock of the empty tomb to the walking conversation on the road to Emmaus, and finally to the ascension. Discover how he opened the eyes of his followers to see the truth of the scriptures and the reality of his victory over death.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49587020 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new26.04.05
It's Easter! And, our Jesus is alive! King Jesus conquered death and has made a way for us to be forgiven and to experience eternal life. We know Easter is all about what Jesus did for us on the cross and the Resurrection. When we were dead in our sins, Jesus paid our price. Today, will you respond to the death, burial and Resurrection of Jesus by receiving Him in your heart and then following Him with your life? And, if you are already a Christian, then let Easter call you to worship our Risen Savior and to live every day for His glory. He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
Message by Pastor J.J. Stanbridge Text: John 20:1-21 The post The Risen Savior appeared first on Flint Hill Baptist Church.
It's EASTER WEEKEND and we can't wait to celebrate with you! We are making room for everyone with TWO SERVICE TIMES!You can join us for 9AM or 10:30AM as we celebrate our RISEN SAVIOR!We will have an incredible time of worship and a message of HOPE as we remember and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. We will have refreshments between services and family photo opportunities!
Luke 24 // Ben BeasleyThis sermon covers the world-changing events of the resurrection in Luke 24. We follow the journey from the shock of the empty tomb to the walking conversation on the road to Emmaus, and finally to the ascension. Discover how he opened the eyes of his followers to see the truth of the scriptures and the reality of his victory over death.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.04.05
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Journey Church International is a difference making church in Lees Summit, MO with an exciting kids program, bible-based teaching and an inviting atmosphere.
Journey Church International is a difference making church in Lees Summit, MO with an exciting kids program, bible-based teaching and an inviting atmosphere.
Journey Church International is a difference making church in Lees Summit, MO with an exciting kids program, bible-based teaching and an inviting atmosphere.
Journey Church International is a difference making church in Lees Summit, MO with an exciting kids program, bible-based teaching and an inviting atmosphere.
F.O.M.O. is an acronym for Fear of Missing Out. We experience F.O.M.O. when there is a constant anxiety that there might be something better we are not currently experiencing. It is anxiety about the future, anticipating a better event, a better car, a better relationship…There is another side to F.O.M.O., the Fear of Missed Opportunity. This is the realization that a moment is gone and can never be regained. It's the realization your child is x number of years old, and you haven't done what you said you always would. It's the weight of considering what you should have said to your loved one before their death. It's looking at your past and wishing you'd done more.The consequence of both sides of F.O.M.O. is that we never really live a full life in the present. We miss what is in front of us because we're too busy hoping and wishing, while the sands of time pass through our hands. This Easter weekend, as we celebrate the Risen Savior, Jesus Christ, I hope you will come to a new place of fullness that can ONLY be found in Him. In Christ, there is true grace, true hope, and true freedom! No more F.O.M.O., instead ABUNDANT LIFE!Before you dig into this message, dig into any of the passion narratives in the Gospel accounts, Matt. 26-28, Mark 14-16, Luke 22-24, John 18-2. Pastor Matt McCarter
This Resurrection Sunday, Pastor Nate reminded us all that we serve a Risen Savior who went to the cross for our sins, but rose from the grave gifting us salvation! What a God we serve!
Luke 24 // Jacob NannieThis sermon covers the world-changing events of the resurrection in Luke 24. We follow the journey from the shock of the empty tomb to the walking conversation on the road to Emmaus, and finally to the ascension. Discover how he opened the eyes of his followers to see the truth of the scriptures and the reality of his victory over death.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new26.04.05
Luke 24 // Bill GormanThis sermon covers the world-changing events of the resurrection in Luke 24. We follow the journey from the shock of the empty tomb to the walking conversation on the road to Emmaus, and finally to the ascension. Discover how he opened the eyes of his followers to see the truth of the scriptures and the reality of his victory over death.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/new26.04.05
Listen as Pastor John challenges and encourages and challenges concerning the Risen Savior.
It's Easter! And, our Jesus is alive! King Jesus conquered death and has made a way for us to be forgiven and to experience eternal life. We know Easter is all about what Jesus did for us on the cross and the Resurrection. When we were dead in our sins, Jesus paid our price. Today, will you respond to the death, burial and Resurrection of Jesus by receiving Him in your heart and then following Him with your life? And, if you are already a Christian, then let Easter call you to worship our Risen Savior and to live every day for His glory. He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
It's Easter! And, our Jesus is alive! King Jesus conquered death and has made a way for us to be forgiven and to experience eternal life. We know Easter is all about what Jesus did for us on the cross and the Resurrection. When we were dead in our sins, Jesus paid our price. Today, will you respond to the death, burial and Resurrection of Jesus by receiving Him in your heart and then following Him with your life? And, if you are already a Christian, then let Easter call you to worship our Risen Savior and to live every day for His glory. He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
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Jesus prepared His disciples for the emotional distress they would experience at His death, but He also promised that the resurrection would reverse their sorrow and replace it with an unshakable joy. Because we live on the other side of the resurrection, believers today are called to recognize the privilege of serving a risen Savior and to live in the lasting joy that flows from that reality.
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