Ezra 9 and 10 The Need for Repentance How to Repent Part 1: Prayer • Take sin seriously. • Remember the goodness of God. • Confess. • Trust the mercy of God. How to Repent Part 2: Action Objections and Applications Coda: The Naughty List
What happens when Jesus becomes Lord? Jesus changes everything—your identity, your trust, and your place in God’s global family. Acts 21:39–22:29 When Jesus Opens Your Eyes Our Promises become Personal. When Jesus Shifts Your Trust Our Credentials become Christ. When Jesus Expands Your Family Our Group becomes Global. Takeaway: Everything … [Read More…] Everything Changes
Humility isn’t thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less. In Jerusalem, Paul embodied humility—formed in worship, service, and enduring faith. Acts 21:17–39 Teachable Humility welcomes counsel in life. Deferential Humility serves others in love. Faithful Humility stands firm in the Lord. Takeaway: Humility is not thinking less of … [Read More…] Humility in Action
When suffering tests your faith, will you run or follow Jesus into the fire? In Acts 21, Paul shows us how the Spirit gives courage to endure and trust God. Acts 21:1–16 Follow the Spirit’s Lead. Endure the Son’s Path. Trust the Father’s Will. Takeaway: He will hold me fast.
What turns division and suffering into unity and joy? The gospel forms a people of faith, hope, and love—rooted in Christ and shaped by His Word. Acts 20:1–38 A Family of Love We are a diverse people uniting in Christ. A Family of Hope We are a resurrection people bearing the cross. … [Read More…] The Family of God
Has the gospel changed some of your life or all of it? In Christ, every aspect, allegiance, and attitude is transformed because the gospel changes everything. Acts 19:21–41 Every Aspect How does the Gospel integrate into all I do? Every Allegiance How does the Gospel realign who I follow? Every Attitude … [Read More…] The Gospel for All of Life
Does the resurrection of Jesus really matter if the tomb is empty but life feels unchanged? Because Jesus rose, sin is defeated, new life is available, and salvation is here. Matthew 28:1–9 1. Jesus is Exalted. 2. Sins are Atoned. 3. Life is Available. 4. Time is Short. 5. Salvation is Near
How can sinners stand before a holy God? At the cross, Jesus becomes our substitute and atonement, giving us His righteousness and new life. 2 Corinthians 5:21 1. Jesus is our Substitute 2. Jesus is our Atonement 3. Jesus is our Righteousness Takeaway: “For our sake he made him to be sin … [Read More…] Jesus, The Cross, and You
They wanted a conquering king, but Jesus Christ reveals true greatness through humble service and sacrificial love. Only when He cleanses our hearts can pride give way to transformation, shaping us into servants like Him. John 13:1–17 The King’s Power King Jesus descends into greatness. The King’s Posture King Jesus kneels to … [Read More…] The Servant King
Comparison, celebrity, and control quietly corrupt ministry—but none of it was ever about us. When Jesus increases, pride dies, and real gospel power transforms lives. Acts 18:24–19:20 The Danger of Comparison We’re not competitors. The Danger of Celebrity We’re not the center. The Danger of Control We’re not in charge. … [Read More…] Dangers In Ministry
