Podcasts about Barnabas

What do you do when you're tired of fighting?You can be following God, doing exactly what He's called you to do, and still face opposition. In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas experience both rejection and applause. People turn against them, crowds change their opinions, and Paul is eventually stoned and left for dead.But he gets back up.In Learning the Hard Way, Pastor Bobby Chandler teaches how difficult seasons reveal dangerous patterns, expose where we're getting our identity, and teach us to keep going when we feel knocked down.You can't control who talks about you. You can't control who praises you or who turns against you. But you can decide that no matter what happens, you're going to keep trusting God.You may get knocked down—but you're not destroyed.Don't stop the mission.The ending strongly supports that promise: Paul writes that believers can be pressed, perplexed, hunted and knocked down without being destroyed, followed by “That is why we never give up.”GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

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Join Paul and Barnabas as they embark on a bold journey to unite Jews and Gentiles under Christ, fulfilling the Great Commission amidst persecution and trials.In this episode, Paul and Barnabas set out on their mission to spread the gospel, facing resistance and hardships but remaining steadfast in their calling. As they witness the growing movement of believers in Antioch, they prepare for greater challenges and an emerging role as leaders of the early church.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 28:19, from the King James Version.Download the ⁠Pray.com⁠ app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.ories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Gospel can be an uncomfortable message. It’s a message of sin and its consequences . . . but of course the remedy found in the Lord’s sacrifice. But that discussion can be so effective in an atmosphere of encouragement. It’s what their heart needs wrapped in what their heart wants. And today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out how to be an encourager in the tradition of Barnabas. As we study the book of Acts today, we’ll see how we can follow in his reassuring footsteps. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gospel can be an uncomfortable message. It’s a message of sin and its consequences . . . but of course the remedy found in the Lord’s sacrifice. But that discussion can be so effective in an atmosphere of encouragement. It’s what their heart needs wrapped in what their heart wants. And today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out how to be an encourager in the tradition of Barnabas. As we study the book of Acts today, we’ll see how we can follow in his reassuring footsteps. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Try the BibleACTS app!: https://bibleacts.goodbarber.app/subscribe Shop "Cut to the Heart" apparel: https://cut2theheart.com In this episode, we continue our verse-by-verse study through **Acts 13**, where Paul and Barnabas are set apart by the Holy Spirit and sent out to preach the gospel. In this study, we discuss: * The Holy Spirit calling Paul and Barnabas to ministry * Fasting, prayer, and being sent out by the Church * Paul confronting Elymas the sorcerer * Paul's powerful sermon in Antioch * How Israel's history points to Jesus as the promised Savior * Forgiveness and justification through faith in Christ * The response of both Jews and Gentiles to the gospel * Opposition, persecution, and continuing faithfully in God's mission Acts 13 shows the gospel advancing into new territory as ordinary believers obey the leading of the Holy Spirit. Even when the message brings opposition, Paul and Barnabas continue boldly proclaiming Jesus and making Him known. Watch, listen, and grow in your faith — and subscribe for more verse-by-verse Bible teaching, podcast discussions, and biblical commentary. #Acts13 #BibleStudy #Paul #Barnabas #Gospel #MissionaryJourney #EarlyChurch #BibleCommentary #ChristianPodcast #VerseByVerse

Follow Saul's journey from feared persecutor to fervent missionary as he navigates the dangers of Jerusalem and embraces his new mission for Christ.In this episode, Saul returns to Jerusalem as an outcast, seeking acceptance from the believers he once persecuted. As he faces rejection and a plot to take his life, Saul finds an ally in Barnabas and begins to understand his mission in Christ more clearly.Today's Bible verse is Galatians 2:20, from the King James Version.Download the ⁠Pray.com⁠ app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you know if the voice you're hearing is actually God?We're surrounded by voices telling us what to believe, how to live, who we are, and what we should do. But not every voice deserves influence in your life.In Acts 13, Saul and Barnabas encounter a sorcerer who attempts to keep a governor from hearing and believing the Word of God. It's a powerful picture of the spiritual battle that happens when the wrong voice tries to fight what God is about to change.In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler teaches us how to recognize God's voice, test what we're hearing against Scripture, guard what we allow close to us, and replace the enemy's lies with the truth of God's Word.You can't always control the voices around you—but you can decide which voice you listen to.And when the wrong voice gets loud, remember: the answer isn't a louder you. It's more of Him.The sermon specifically teaches that the closer a voice is, the greater its influence, and that while we can't control every voice around us, we can control which voices we allow to remain close.GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Trust the Slow Work of GodActs 15:36-41Teacher: Matt PiersonDate: August 23, 2026What should we do when the unthinkable happens, and a relationship we thought was rock solid and indestructible explodes into a thousand pieces? What do repentance and forgiveness look like when we can't even agree to disagree? What hope is there for healing, forgiveness, and reconciliation? Join Pastor Matt as we look at Acts 15:36-41 and consider the broken relationship of Paul and Barnabas, and how God continued to work through them, despite their differences.Support the showTo find more resources like these, follow us:Website: https://thevillagechapel.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVTzDbaiXVUAm_mUBDCTJAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tvcnashville/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tvcnashvilleX: https://twitter.com/tvcnashvilleTo support the ongoing mission of The Village Chapel go to https://thevillagechapel.com/give/. If you are a regular giver, thank you for your continued faithfulness and generosity!

In Acts 14, the crowd quickly begins worshiping the messengers instead of the God who brought the miracle. This story invites us to consider the people, power, success, or approval we sometimes look to for what only God can give. As Paul and Barnabas point the crowd back to the living God, we're reminded that following Jesus means turning from the things we trust to save us, welcoming His presence, and learning to keep going even when the road gets hard.

The devotional centers on the transformative power of God at work in the early church, as seen in Acts 11:21, where a large number turned to the Lord through the compelling testimony of believers. It highlights Barnabas as a model of godly character—dependable, Spirit-filled, and full of faith—qualities that enabled him to be a vessel of divine empowerment. The preacher emphasizes that these attributes are not reserved for a select few but are attainable through intentional pursuit, calling believers to examine their own lives for reliability, spiritual sensitivity, and genuine faith. By cultivating these virtues, individuals become channels through which God's power flows to others, replicating the same revival seen in Jerusalem. The tone is both pastoral and challenging, urging the audience to align their priorities with God's design for a life marked by integrity, dependence on the Spirit, and unwavering trust in divine promises.

The Power of Positioning What John the Baptist, Paul, and Barnabas Teach Us About Knowing Your Place in God's Work What if your significance in the Kingdom of God isn't determined by how visible your position is, but by how faithful you are in the position God has given you? In this episode, we look at three very different biblical trailblazers: John the Baptist, the Apostle Paul, and Barnabas. Each man played a unique role in advancing the Kingdom, but none of them were called to do the exact same thing. John prepared the way for Someone greater than himself. Paul carried the Gospel into territory where Christ had not yet been named. Barnabas recognized the gifts in others and helped position men like Paul and John Mark for greater Kingdom usefulness. Together, their lives teach us an important lesson: prominence is not the measure of Kingdom significance. Faithfulness is. We discuss: Why knowing who you are also requires knowing who you are not John the Baptist's willingness to point his own disciples toward Jesus What John's moment of doubt teaches us about faithfulness in difficult seasons Paul's “holy ambition” to preach Christ where He had not been named The difference between selfish ambition and Kingdom ambition How Barnabas helped position Paul when others were still afraid of him Barnabas' willingness to move from the foreground to the background Why developing other people may be one of the greatest forms of leadership Barnabas' investment in John Mark after Paul had given up on him How 1 Corinthians 12 changes the way we think about position, gifting, and importance in the Body of Christ Why fathers, pastors, disciplers, and leaders should be intentionally positioning the next generation Key Scriptures John 1:19–39 Matthew 11:2–15 Acts 9:15–27 Acts 11:19–26 Acts 13:1–13 Acts 15:36–40 Romans 15:20–21 2 Timothy 4:9–11 1 Corinthians 12 John 3:30 Questions to Consider Do you know your assignment? What has God actually placed in front of you to steward faithfully? What is your ambition? Are you primarily concerned with people knowing your name—or with people knowing the name of Christ? Who are you positioning? Who are you encouraging, discipling, developing, introducing, or preparing for greater usefulness in the Kingdom? Sometimes God calls you to be a John who prepares the way. Sometimes He calls you to be a Paul who enters uncharted territory. And sometimes He calls you to be a Barnabas who sees something in another person and helps position them to flourish. Whatever your position may be, the goal remains the same: Know your assignment. Pursue holy ambition. Position others. Be faithful. Culture Proof exists to help families become culturally astute and navigate life by applying the Straight Edge of Scripture. Subscribe and follow Culture Proof for biblical conversations about faith, family, discipleship, culture, and living faithfully in this generation.   Be sure to visit cultureproof.net Please consider supporting the Culture Proof Podcast. We aim to bring engaging content that will challenge and equip Christians to live according to the Straight Edge of Scripture. All gifts are tax deductible. Our Address is: S.E. Ministries PO Box 1269 Saltillo MS, 38866   Episode sponsors: BJUPress Homeschool We Heart Nutrition – Go to weheartnutrition.com/cultureproof for 20% 0ff Culture Proof Listeners  THANKS!   Culture Proof Podcast Theme song "Believers" courtesy of Path of Revelation    

Join us as we dig deeper into last Sunday's sermon from Pastor Gabe Kasper "The Gospel for the Greeks" and hear from Amy Duncan and Nate Zuellig on "You Walk With Me".   Digging Deeper Questions: Where/to whom has God sent you?   What does "Spiritual depth" look like in your life?   An "other focus" doesn't mean we spend our lives worried about what others think of us, or as people pleasers, rather it means we live lives looking to serve others in love. What is challenging about that?   How does receiving grace transform our lives?   Scripture Reading: Acts 11:19-30 19 Now those who were scattered because of the persecution that arose over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia and Cyprus and Antioch, speaking the word to no one except Jews. 20 But there were some of them, men of Cyprus and Cyrene, who on coming to Antioch spoke to the Hellenists also, preaching the Lord Jesus. 21 And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. 22 The report of this came to the ears of the church in Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to Antioch. 23 When he came and saw the grace of God, he was glad, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose, 24 for he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. And a great many people were added to the Lord. 25 So Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, 26 and when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. For a whole year they met with the church and taught a great many people. And in Antioch the disciples were first called Christians.   27 Now in these days prophets came down from Jerusalem to Antioch. 28 And one of them named Agabus stood up and foretold by the Spirit that there would be a great famine over all the world (this took place in the days of Claudius). 29 So the disciples determined, every one according to his ability, to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. 30 And they did so, sending it to the elders by the hand of Barnabas and Saul. Intro/Outro Song: "Only One" Nate Zuellig ULC Artist In Residence    "You Walk With Me" Housefires CCLI Song # 7130488   CCLI License # 11254293

We've become a nation drowning in rules. There are so many laws on the books that legal scholars estimate the average American unknowingly commits multiple felonies every day. But the problem isn't just regulatory overload — it's that our relationship with rules has quietly infected the way we think about God, faith, and ourselves. How you perceive rules — whether you love them or hate them — shapes the trajectory and quality of your life more than you probably realize.The book of Galatians was written to a group of young churches in what is modern-day Turkey — people who had just encountered the freedom that Jesus offers and were already having it complicated by others. Paul's first response isn't a lecture on theology. It's a story. In Acts 14, in the city of Lystra, Paul and Barnabas healed a man who couldn't walk — and the crowd immediately declared them gods. Then the very same crowd, persuaded by Paul's opponents, stoned him and left him for dead. Love. Worship. Kill. In one afternoon.The swings the Galatians made were extreme, but the underlying dynamic is familiar: when faith gets filtered through an unhealthy relationship with rules, it becomes unstable. You're either following the rules to earn something or rebelling against them to prove something — and in either case, you're not actually free. That's where Galatians begins.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor ministry! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need. Visit thesaltypastor.com to sign up for our weekly email, designed to coach, inspire, and encourage you to a mature faith.Discussion QuestionsHow would you describe your own relationship with rules — do you tend toward keeping them rigidly, resenting them, or something else? Where do you think that comes from?The Galatians went from worshipping Paul to stoning him in one afternoon. Have you ever seen faith — yours or someone else's — swing between extremes because it was built on rules rather than relationship?Paul's opponents tried to undermine his message by questioning his credentials. What kinds of things have made you doubt whether someone's message about God was legitimate?

Reading Acts 15:36-41 where Paul and Barnabas disagree with one another over John Mark and end up going in opposite directions as they continue the work in the gospel. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from August 16, 2026. Saul's encounter with Jesus completely changes the direction of his life, turning the man who persecuted Christians into someone boldly proclaiming that Jesus is the Son of God. As others struggle to trust that his transformation is real, the message distinguishes forgiveness from trust and shows how trust can be rebuilt over time through consistent actions. Barnabas eventually steps in to encourage Saul and help bring him into fellowship with the apostles, while Saul himself is humbled and learns to surrender his plans to God. The teaching closes by looking at Saul's coming years of obscurity as a reminder that seasons of waiting and struggle can be seasons God uses to prepare His people for what He has ahead. - Greg Opean - Sunday, August 16, 2026

Experience the power of generosity and unwavering faith as Barnabas and the apostles embody the strength of a community united by love and service to God.In this episode of The Jesus Podcast, Andrew struggles with fear for Peter's safety while Barnabas demonstrates remarkable generosity by selling his field to provide for the early Christian community. The apostles continue to find strength in fellowship, prayer, and the work of the Holy Spirit, trusting God's faithfulness in the face of challenges.Today's Bible verse is 2 Corinthians 9:7, from the King James Version.Download the ⁠Pray.com⁠ app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can build a church in America with a gifted communicator, good music, and a growing neighborhood. You don't need the Holy Spirit for that. But you cannot multiply without him. In week three of our Multiplying Church series, Pastor Jim Essian teaches from Acts 9:26-31 on how a church actually multiplies — and shares a major announcement about the future of The Paradox Church. When Saul arrived in Jerusalem, the disciples were afraid of him. It took Barnabas, the son of encouragement, vouching for the church's former greatest enemy. Churches that multiply are filled with people who remember their own story of redemptive grace — who know they needed it too. Luke gives us the formula in verse 31: walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, the church multiplied. Not respect. Not reverence. Fear — the full-body kind. And a Spirit who doesn't remove us from the uncomfortable thing, but comes alongside us in it.Scripture: Acts 9:26-31Preached by Jim Essian at The Paradox Church in Fort Worth, TX—We saturate Fort Worth with the glory and grace of Jesus, even unto the nations — by praying heaven down, preaching the gospel, planting churches, and pushing back darkness.

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The sermon examines Acts 14 to illustrate how deception divides communities, distorts truth, and seeks to destroy faith. Paul and Barnabas face opposition in Iconium where lies poison minds and cause division, and in Lystra where pagan worldviews distort the perception of God's miracles. Despite these challenges, the gospel perseveres through signs, wonders, and the resilient proclamation of the living Creator. Pastor Aaron emphasizes that believers must guard their hearts against deceit by anchoring themselves in Scripture rather than subjective experience or cultural narratives. Ultimately, the message encourages steadfast confidence in the power of God's word to overcome opposition and sustain the church.

You can build a church in America with a gifted communicator, good music, and a growing neighborhood. You don't need the Holy Spirit for that. But you cannot multiply without him. In week three of our Multiplying Church series, Pastor Jim Essian teaches from Acts 9:26-31 on how a church actually multiplies — and shares a major announcement about the future of The Paradox Church. When Saul arrived in Jerusalem, the disciples were afraid of him. It took Barnabas, the son of encouragement, vouching for the church's former greatest enemy. Churches that multiply are filled with people who remember their own story of redemptive grace — who know they needed it too. Luke gives us the formula in verse 31: walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, the church multiplied. Not respect. Not reverence. Fear — the full-body kind. And a Spirit who doesn't remove us from the uncomfortable thing, but comes alongside us in it.Scripture: Acts 9:26-31Preached by Jim Essian at The Paradox Church in Fort Worth, TX—We saturate Fort Worth with the glory and grace of Jesus, even unto the nations — by praying heaven down, preaching the gospel, planting churches, and pushing back darkness.

Try the BibleACTS app!: https://bibleacts.goodbarber.app/subscribe Shop "Cut to the Heart" apparel: https://cut2theheart.com In this episode, we continue our verse-by-verse study through **Acts 11**, where Peter explains why he entered the home of Gentiles and how God confirmed that salvation through Jesus Christ was available to them as well. We also see the gospel continue to spread through persecution and the beginning of the influential church at Antioch. In this study, we discuss: * Peter being questioned for eating with Gentiles * Peter recounting his vision and the conversion of Cornelius * The Holy Spirit falling upon the Gentile believers * God granting repentance that leads to life * Why Peter concluded, “Who was I that I could stand in God's way?” * Persecution causing the gospel to spread even farther * Barnabas encouraging the growing church in Antioch * Saul joining Barnabas to teach the believers * The disciples being called “Christians” for the first time Acts 11 shows the gospel breaking through cultural and religious barriers as God continues building His Church among both Jews and Gentiles. Watch, listen, and grow in your faith — and subscribe for more verse-by-verse Bible teaching, podcast discussions, and biblical commentary.

What does it mean to be a godly man in today's culture? And how should Christian men understand masculinity, marriage, fatherhood, leadership, and their identity in Christ?In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul D. Weaver sits down with Paul Pettit, author of A Courageous Identity: Accepting the Call of Christ-Centered Masculinity, to discuss what biblical manhood looks like and how Christian men can pursue Christ-centered masculinity in a culture with competing visions of what it means to be a man.Dr. Pettit draws from Scripture, his years of mentoring young men, his work with fathers and husbands, and his experience teaching seminary students to explain why biblical masculinity is not about domination, passivity, or perfection—but about servant leadership, responsibility, courage, sacrifice, and Christlikeness.Together, they discuss:What Christ-centered masculinity actually meansThe difference between biblical masculinity and the world's competing views of manhoodHow Christian men should think about authority and servant leadershipWhy husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the churchBiblical roles and responsibilities within marriage and the familyWhy men must reject passivity and accept responsibilityHow fathers can model godly leadership for their sons and daughtersWhy becoming a godly man is about daily progress rather than perfectionThe importance of spiritual habits, Scripture, worship, and consistent investment in familyWhat biblical courage looks like in a culture increasingly opposed to Christian convictionsCommon struggles facing young men, including loneliness, pornography, drinking, vaping, and online gamblingHow men can overcome destructive patterns and unhealthy models of manhoodWhy it's never too late to become a better husband or fatherBreaking unhealthy generational patterns and leaving a better legacyWhy Christian men need brotherhood, mentorship, and accountabilityThe importance of having a "Paul," a "Barnabas," and a "Timothy" in our livesRather than pursuing perfection, Pettit encourages men to pursue Christlikeness—growing through daily habits, dependence on Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, God's Word, and relationships with other believers.Whether you're a husband, father, young man, pastor, mentor, or someone seeking to better understand biblical manhood and Christian masculinity, this conversation offers a practical and Scripture-centered framework for thinking about what it means to live as a man of courage and conviction.Dynamic Dadshttps://dynamicdads.org/ Dynamic Dads is a nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Paul Pettit that equips and encourages fathers to become more intentional, involved, and Christ-centered leaders in their homes.

In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas move from bold preaching in Iconium to a stunning miracle in pagan Lystra, only to be stoned and left for dead—yet the living God raises Paul and sends him back to strengthen the very churches that cost him so much. This message confronts our modern hunger for an easy path and shows that the same sovereign Lord who opens doors of faith uses hardship, opposition, and scars to advance the gospel farther than comfort ever could. You will see how intentional discipleship, the appointment of elders, and the honest announcement of tribulation form the pattern for churches that endure. Watch and ask yourself: will you keep speaking the word of His grace, get back up after the stones fall, and follow Christ through the fire into the joy of His kingdom?

In Acts 15 the early church faces a deadly internal threat as sincere men demand circumcision and the law be added to faith in Christ—yet Peter, Paul, Barnabas, and James stand firm that God has already cleansed Gentile hearts by faith alone and that salvation is through the grace of the Lord Jesus, just as it is for the Jews. In this message, we are confronted by every quiet addition we still make—performance, culture, secondary convictions, or religious ladders—and shows that the free gospel is the narrow pass that must be held at all costs if the nations are ever to hear it. You will see how Scripture, not experience or preference, has the final word, how wisdom protects unity without loading new burdens, and how clarity on grace produces deep joy and renewed mission. Will you fight to keep the gospel unmixed and free, or will you keep rebuilding the yoke Christ has already shattered at the cross?

Reading Acts 15:13-21 where after Peter speaks, and Paul and Barnabas gave their testimonies, James stands up to give his counsel as to what should be said to the Gentile Christians. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

The world feels heavy, and many believers are running on empty, but God is still the God of encouragement and endurance. In this conversation, Catherine talks with Shannon Crowley about her new book The Ministry of Encouragement and how God lovingly imparts courage right into the places we feel afraid, exhausted, or ready to give up. You’ll hear Shannon’s story of joy and “crap‑ola” seasons, how God met her in loss, and why encouragement is a manifestation of perfect love that drives out fear instead of shaming you for struggling. They explore Barnabas as a “son of encouragement,” the role of community, and why even behind‑the‑scenes faithfulness can ripple out to impact countless lives. What you’ll learn: - How God encourages you through scripture, the Spirit, and people - Practical ways to encourage yourself in God when you feel flat - Why community and interdependence matter when you want to isolate - How to offer simple, Spirit‑led encouragement that strengthens others To support the ministry with tax-deductible donations: https://catherinetoon.com/support/ Marked by Love, Revised & Expanded Edition is here:
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“Everlasting consolation.” — 2 Thessalonians 2:16 “Consolation.” There is music in the word: like David's harp, it charms away the evil spirit of melancholy. It was a distinguished I honour to Barnabas to be called “the son of consolation”; nay, it is one of the illustrious names of a greater than Barnabas, for the Lord […]

Faithful ResilienceActs 14Teacher: Pastor Tommy BaileyDate: August 9, 2026In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas finish a fourteen hundred mile journey marked by resistance at nearly every turn, and when they finally arrive at home base in Antioch, bruised and worn, the first thing they do is gather the church to say, "Look at what God has done!"Join Pastor Tommy as we walk the last miles of that first missionary journey and consider the kind of resilience that sustained them. It was a resilience not sourced in themselves. It was rooted in the grace of God, the mission of God, and the people of God, and it is the same grace given to us in our own callings today.Support the showTo find more resources like these, follow us:Website: https://thevillagechapel.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVTzDbaiXVUAm_mUBDCTJAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tvcnashville/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tvcnashvilleX: https://twitter.com/tvcnashvilleTo support the ongoing mission of The Village Chapel go to https://thevillagechapel.com/give/. If you are a regular giver, thank you for your continued faithfulness and generosity!

God's Will Over Your Plan Acts 13:4-8 4The two of them, sent on their way by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia and sailed from there to Cyprus. 5When they arrived at Salamis, they proclaimed the word of God in the Jewish synagogues. John was with them as their helper. 6They traveled through the whole island until they came to Paphos. There they met a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet named Bar-Jesus, 7who was an attendant of the proconsul, Sergius Paulus. The proconsul, an intelligent man, sent for Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the word of God. 8But Elymas the sorcerer (for that is what his name means) opposed them and tried to turn the proconsul from the faith.

Week six of our Acts series and this week we look into chapters 13-15. This is Paul's first missionary journey with Barnabas. We see the church sending them, ministry being both rewarding and rigorous, salvation by grace through faith, and freedom in Christ. Let's dive in.

What does it really mean to discover God's calling for your life? Barnabas and Saul aren't searching for their next assignment in Acts 13. They are worshiping, praying, fasting, and listening together when the Holy Spirit sends them out. Their story reminds us that we're called to Jesus first, before we're called to a place, a career, or a mission. As we learn to make space for God and listen together in community, we can trust Him to lead us into whatever comes next.

God's Gospel Goes Global   After Peter told the story of his vision and going to Joppa to the home of Cornelius, we read in Acts 11:18 that "… the believers in Jerusalem had no further objections and praised God saying, 'So even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.'" And now the barriers that had existed between the Jewish world and the non-Jewish world are down in a single moment. The believers in Jerusalem that had grown up as devout Jewish people had their eyes opened to understand the new age that God promised had arrived. AND God's Gospel Goes Global!!!   Then + Now  GOD's Plan - His plan and intent have always been to win the entire world to Himself. God's plan is coming to fruition. Romans 10:12-13 we see that there is no difference between Jew and Gentile because the Lord saves all who call on Him.   In verse 19 and 20 we read that those scattered by the persecution following Stephen's martyrdom are spreading into Cyprus, Phoenicia and Antioch sharing the gospel message to Jews and Greeks. Peter's ministry to Cornelius opened the flood gates!!  Verse 21 tells us that the Lord was with them and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.   We see the gospel exploding in Antioch, a place with many from multiple backgrounds and cultures, a wealthy city and an incredibly immoral city and this is where the Gospel explodes!!  Unbelievers discover what they are living for has no lasting value, leaving them empty.  Does this sound like the world today?  It is there that God desires to bring the Good News that changes people lives, transforming them from the inside out, that brings an eternal destiny, and great joy and He does that through His people then and NOW!   God's People - God uses His people to do mighty things. He desires to use us to touch our families, neighbors, and even our enemies with His word and his love. In verse 22 the news of the spread of the Gospel got back to the church in Jerusalem, so they send Barnabas to Antioch. Barnabas was from Cypress and was known as an encourager and once he saw what the grace of God was doing there, he encouraged the new believers to persevere in their faith with all their hearts, just as we need to do TODAY!   God's Grace - God's breaks into our lives because He is good, not because of anything we have done, but because He is gracious. It is all based on what Jesus did at the cross. We all need to encounter that grace and know that God cares for us. His grace is powerful and changes lives, families, marriages, communities and the world both then and NOW!.   God's Leaders - Through Barnabas a great number of people are brought to the Lord. And Barnabas goes to Tarsus to bring Saul to Antioch. God assembles a great group of leaders, an amazing team uniquely qualified to carry out God's plan. In verse 26 we read that great numbers of people in Antioch were taught for an entire year by this leadership team, equipping God's people to know God, His Word, His guidance, His direction, and His Holy Spirit. These leaders were specially needed in a corrupt age, in a corrupt city, because if God's people are not equipped they will fall prey to the enemy. Today we see God continuing to raise up leaders to do His work, in His strength and with His guidance and Holy Spirit.    God's Teaching - we need to be instructed in the Truth.  It is a matter of connecting what the Bible says to the life of a believer.  Orthodoxy - right opinion - Beliefs - essential to be grounded in God's truth - the message of Christ's forgiveness. Orthopraxy - right practice - Conduct - knowing how to live our lives in a fallen world.  It's not just head knowledge, it is about heartfelt, Spirit-guided living - conduct that becomes a follower of Jesus.   Titus 2:11-14 - the grace of God offers salvation to ALL people and teaches us to live self-controlled, godly lives as we await Christ's return.    God's Mercy - In verses 28-30 we read that Agabus, a prophet, predicts a famine, so the disciples decide to support the believers living in Judea. In the mercy of God they reached out to those in the midst of famine, then. Today, God's mercy shows in us as we walk by faith and follow the Holy Spirit's leading.   … and God's Gospel continues to Go Global!   This week's READING ASSIGNMENT: Acts chapter 11-12.    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

July 19, 2026 - Sunday AM Bible Class This episode walks through Acts chapters 13–15 and examines the recurring challenges every church faces. Using the Antioch congregation as the starting point, Hiram traces the Holy Spirit's call to set apart Barnabas and Saul (Paul) for mission work, highlights the church's diversity and gifted leadership (Barnabas, Simeon/Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen, John Mark), and outlines practical principles for stewarding congregational gifts: learn people's abilities, diversify service, avoid comfort, and be willing to send leaders to advance the gospel. The message then addresses opposition from false teachers and religious authorities — illustrated by Elymas/Bar‑Jesus and the proconsul Sergius Paulus — including Paul's Spirit‑empowered rebuke and the tactics for countering error: know and preach the truth, call out destructive teaching when necessary, protect seekers, and hold out hope for those ensnared by falsehoods. The class also covers preacheritis (the tendency to idolize preachers), with the Lystra miracle as a case study and concrete signs and remedies (acknowledge gifts without pledging allegiance, point people to God, and prevent idolatry). Finally, the episode confronts legalism and internal disagreement (the Antioch controversy over circumcision and the Paul–Barnabas split), offering responses such as sound reasoning, firm but generous directives for new believers, trusting God's sufficiency, and recognizing that conscientious disagreement can expand the work rather than destroy it. Throughout, the speaker ties each biblical episode to contemporary application for congregations: how to manage talent, respond to false teaching, evangelize religious people, resist pride and envy, and keep unity of mission amid differences.   Duration 44:42

Go Only Where God Calls, Not Where You Have Asked. Let Him Make Your Decision. Acts 13:1-3 1Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch) and Saul. 2While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” 3So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off.

Episode Summary  In this message from Acts 13, we see how the church at Antioch listened together, fasted, and responded when the Holy Spirit called Barnabas and Saul to be sent out. This sermon invites us to consider how God speaks, how community helps confirm calling, and how making room for God can shape our next faithful step.Key Takeaways  - Fasting helps create intentional space to pay attention to God and listen for his voice.  - Calling is often discerned in community, not just in isolation.  - God may confirm calling through desire, gifting, and the encouragement of others.  - Faithful obedience can be costly, but God uses it for mission and encouragement.  - God has purpose for every believer, even when the next step feels unclear.Key Moments  - [03:58] Acts 13:1–3 introduces the church at Antioch and the sending of Barnabas and Saul  - [10:48] Fasting is highlighted as a regular part of the church's worship, prayer, and discernment  - [17:11] The church confirms a calling God had already placed on Paul and Barnabas  - [21:55] A practical turn: what this story means for personal calling and the role of community  - [28:52] Invitation to trust Jesus and respond to God's call through prayerScripture References  - Acts 13  - Acts 13:1-3  - Acts 13:2  - Acts 13:3  - Acts 1:8  - Acts 2  - Acts 9  - Acts 13-14  - Matthew 14:28-31Reflection Question  Where might God be inviting you to make more room for his voice and take one faithful next step in response?Connect With Us  If this message encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and pass it along to someone who may need clarity or encouragement in their calling. We'd also love for you to stay connected with your church community and keep leaning into prayer, discernment, and mission together.

This sermon explores Acts 13:44-52 to demonstrate that human rejection never frustrates God's sovereign purpose. The preacher highlights how Jewish leaders rejected the gospel out of jealousy, yet Paul and Barnabas responded with boldness by turning to the Gentiles. This shift reveals that God's saving grace is limitless and not confined by human opposition or prejudice. The passage assures believers that their responsibility is to proclaim the message faithfully, while salvation remains entirely dependent on God's appointment. Ultimately, those who trust in Christ possess a joy and endurance rooted in the Holy Spirit, unaffected by external persecution.

Acts 2:44-45 44And all who believed were together and had all things in common.45And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 4:32-37 32Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common.33And with great power the apostles were giving their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all.34There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold35and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.36Thus Joseph, who was also called by the apostles Barnabas (which means son of encouragement), a Levite, a native of Cyprus,37sold a field that belonged to him and brought the money and laid it at the apostles' feet.

The church in Antioch fasts, prays, and listens, and the Spirit sets apart Paul and Barnabas. They begin to take the Gospel out despite opposition. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/08/09/compassionate-response/ A video can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/HirQ8yUI8PQ

Paul's letter to the church at Colossae concludes with admonition to speak with God regularly in prayer, and to speak graciously with others, acting wisely toward outsiders who do not yet know the mystery of Christ revealed through his gospel. After this, he includes a summary about the ministry of the gospel being performed through other faithful men. These include Tychicus and Onesimus who are delivering the letter, Aristarchus, who is also in prison with Paul, as well as Mark, Barnabas, Justus, Epaphras, Luke the physician who wrote the gospel of Luke and Acts. On a technical note, we'll actually be picking up at verse 2 since chapter 4:1 was covered in our last episode. :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

In an age that rewards outrage and calls it revelation—what does real prophetic integrity look like? Ken Fish and Kady Taylor welcome back Dr. Mark Chironna—prophet, teacher, and holder of three earned doctorates—for a deep, honest conversation on the prophetic, the church, and the way forward.Dr. Mark Chironna will be one of the speakers at Luminosity (Nashville, Oct 1–3, 2026). Register: https://kingdomluminosity.org/He names the challenges of a post-truth age—celebrity Christianity, the "McDonaldization" of the church, and self-appointed prophets without accountability—yet remains deeply hopeful about a fresh move of the Spirit in the next generation. Drawing on his book ‘Prophetic Integrity and the Elijah Legacy', he shares candidly about his own dark season of anxiety and depression, and how God meets us in the darkness.In this conversation:Celebrity Christianity and the "McDonaldization" of the churchWhy the future belongs to a Spirit-filled, global churchBeing "Barnabas" to the next generationDr. Mark's dark season—and how God met him in itWhy accurate predictions alone don't make a true prophetThe "heavenly council" and the prophethood of all believersWhy there's no transformation—and no wisdom—without suffering

Reading Acts 14:23-28 where Paul and Barnabas retrace their steps, appointing elders in the churches they had planted, and returning to Antioch to report on the work of God. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Many times believers will say, "All Christians are missionaries," probably in an effort to encourage believers to preach the gospel to the lost. While all believers are evangelists and disciple-makers, all believers are not missionaries. The Bible teaches that some believers are set apart by God to be sent out to take the gospel to the unreached (aka missionaries). In this episode, we look at 3 passages in the New Testament that refer to the missionary calling: Acts 13:1-3, Romans 1:1-15, and Galatians 1:15-17. Read Acts 13:1-3: Who called Saul and Barnabas? What were they called to do? What was the church's role in Saul and Barnabas' sending? What had Saul and Barnabas been doing prior to their calling (Acts 11:19-30)? Read Rom. 1:1-15: How does Paul describe his calling? (v. 1, 5) Why did Paul want to go to Rome? (v. 15) How does Paul describe his desire to do the ministry? (under obligation-v. 15, and eager to do it- 15). Read Gal. 1:15-17: How does Paul describe his calling? What was he called to do? From this study, four foundational truths about the missionary calling emerge: 1. The missionary calling comes from an encounter with God and His heart for the nations. 2. The missionary calling comes through faithful engagement in God's work where we are. 3. The missionary calling produces a godly ambition to be a part of God's mission among the nations. 4. The missionary calling includes affirmation by God's people. Download the full biblical study, along with helpful resources, from the website.

This week as we prepare for 7 Days of Prepare, Pastor Deron challenges us to consider fasting as part of our worship.Key Verse:Acts 13:2-3"While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, 'Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.' Then after fasting and praying they laid their hands on them and sent them off."

In this message from Redeemer Church, Pastor Jason walks through Acts 15:36–16:10 as Paul and Barnabas part ways after a sharp disagreement, Paul recruits the young disciple Timothy, and the Holy Spirit redirects their second missionary journey toward Europe. The sermon highlights Timothy's unlikely background, the quiet but world-changing faithfulness of his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois, and the call for every believer to engage in intentional discipleship—either as a Paul investing in the next generation or as a Timothy seeking mentors—so the gospel continues to advance.   Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland   At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another.   We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas. 

Saul, also called Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark are called to Cyprus. They go where the Holy Spirit who fills them up has sent them. They go faithfully to proclaim the gospel and by their obedience they witness the Holy Spirit saving others. Let the church today, walk in step with the Spirit of the Living God.

Reading Acts 14:1-18 as Paul and Barnabas go on to Iconium and then to Lystra, where the people attempt to worship them but they turn the people to worship the true God. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Reading Acts 13:26-43 where the Apostle Paul and Barnabas preach in the synagogue at Pisidian Antioch, and from Paul's first recorded sermon, he preaches justification by faith. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!