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While history has traditionally seen Acts simply as stories about the Apostles – we now see the book is so much more. It is certainly an account of the eleven disciples after Jesus is raised from the dead, but even more so, it is an account of the early Christians: an account of the Holy spirit, an account of the early church, and most significantly, the account of the continued work of Jesus Christ and God Himself, bringing His living witness to the ends of the Earth through His people. So, come join us this year as we  explore how the Gospel of Christ first changed the world, and as we ourselves learn what it means to let that same gospel change our lives and our world, even today.

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Chris Brown - February 8, 2026

Purposeful Witnesses (Acts 13:13-52)

Acts: The Living Witness of Jesus
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Today's sermon focuses on Paul's first recorded sermon which he shares with the Jews. He expertly highlight's God's plans in the old testament then moves on to show how Jesus is the perfect savior their people needed. We can learn much from his example, whenever we preach our "next best sermon" to those around us when we share the Gospel.

Scripture References: Acts 13:13-52, Isaiah 53:3-6, Psalms 16:9-11, Psalms 2:7, Isaiah 55:3-5, John 6:35, Habakkuk 1:1-5, Isaiah 49:6

From Series: Acts: The Living Witness of Jesus | More Messages from Chris Brown | Download Audio

From Series: "Acts: The Living Witness of Jesus"

While history has traditionally seen Acts simply as stories about the Apostles – we now see the book is so much more. It is certainly an account of the eleven disciples after Jesus is raised from the dead, but even more so, it is an account of the early Christians: an account of the Holy spirit, an account of the early church, and most significantly, the account of the continued work of Jesus Christ and God Himself, bringing His living witness to the ends of the Earth through His people. So, come join us this year as we explore how the Gospel of Christ first changed the world, and as we ourselves learn what it means to let that same gospel change our lives and our world, even today.

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Ken Abramson - September 13, 2020

Understanding That Leads to Change

Understanding That Leads to Change
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As times change, it is vitally important for the church to understand the times... not only the surrounding culture but the influence the culture has on Christianity. We need to understand what is good, better and best when it comes to pursuing God. The reality is that the family of God must keep front and center the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. If these are not central, nothing we do will last.

Scripture References: Philippians 1:9-10, John 15:5, John 17:20-23, 1 Chronicles 12:32, 2 Timothy 2:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:8

From Series: Signs of the Times, Historical Sermons | More Messages from Ken Abramson | Download Audio

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