Posts with the tag “empowerment”

In this powerful message, we're challenged to become an 'Empowered Church' by examining the early disciples in the book of Acts. The story of Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, teaches us that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. We're reminded that it's not about titles or positions, but about being filled with the Spirit and wisdom. The key lesson is that God wants to do the supernatural through our natural selves - using our strengths, weaknesses, and even our struggles for His glory. As we surrender fully to God, saying 'I'm all in,' we open ourselves to be used in miraculous ways. This message encourages us to step out in faith, ready to face persecution if necessary, and to always respond in a Christ-like manner. It's a call to move beyond comfort and truly turn our world upside down for the Kingdom of God.  Read More

In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace bold obedience in our walk with God. Drawing from Acts 5, we see how the apostles faced opposition yet remained faithful to their calling. This story reminds us that when we step out in faith, we often encounter resistance, but it's precisely in these moments that God's miracles are released. The central theme encourages us to understand that our responsibility is obedience, while the results are God's domain. We're prompted to reflect on areas in our lives where we might be delaying or partially obeying God's call. The message emphasizes that true faith often requires risk and stepping into waters that are over our heads. As we contemplate this, we're invited to consider: Where is God calling us to be boldly obedient today? How might our lives and our world change if we fully embraced God's call, regardless of the opposition we might face?  Read More

In this powerful message, we're challenged to speak boldly for our faith, despite our fears and insecurities. The story of Peter and John in Acts 4 serves as a inspiring example of ordinary people finding extraordinary courage through their trust in God. Just as they declared 'We cannot stop telling about everything we have seen and heard,' we too are called to share our experiences of God's work in our lives. The sermon draws fascinating parallels between biblical figures like Moses, Esther, and Gideon, and our own struggles with self-doubt. It reminds us that God doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called. By trusting in His sovereignty, leaning on His promises, and embracing the power of the Holy Spirit, we can find the courage to step out in faith. This message encourages us to reflect on where God might be calling us to speak boldly in our own lives, reminding us that our obedient 'yes' is all He requires to work miracles through us.  Read More