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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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Micah Labovitch - January 4, 2026

Impartial Witnesses (Acts 10:1-48)

Acts: The Living Witness of Jesus
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Join us as we start the new year continuing our series in the book of Acts. “Impartial Witnesses” explores Acts 10:1–48, showing that God calls His people to share the gospel without favoritism. Through God’s revelation to Peter and Cornelius, Peter’s bold proclamation of Christ, and the Holy Spirit’s outpouring on the Gentiles, this message affirms that salvation is for all and challenges believers to welcome and disciple new brothers and sisters while listening daily for God’s voice in His inclusive mission.

Scripture References: Acts 10:1-48, Isaiah 56:1-8

From Series: Acts: The Living Witness of Jesus | More Messages from Micah Labovitch | 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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Micah Labovitch - May 7, 2023

Being Conquered by King Jesus

The Gospel of Matthew: Will You Follow King Jesus?
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It is important to remember that the Sermon on the Mount was one big sermon and not several small ones. Thus the themes that started with the Beatitudes are still in play. In this section of Scripture, Jesus is showing us that our right-standing before God cannot just be external. We must each be right in our hearts and motives.

Scripture References: Matthew 5:17-48

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As we finished our sermon series in Ezra and Nehemiah, you may have gotten a sense that the story was still… incomplete. The Lord restored His remnant people and rebuilt His kingdom, but the old patterns of sin and rebellion returned all over again. And for 400 years, God’s people cried out, waiting for the King of the Kingdom to come. Well, in the Gospel of Matthew, the answer finally comes. We encounter at last the good news of the arrival of the long-anticipated king. And his name is Jesus. The books of Ezra and Nehemiah long for the Savior King; the Psalms resonate with the Savior King; and, as we saw at Advent, the whole bible ultimately points to this Savior King: Jesus Christ. But who is King Jesus? What did He say? And how can we know Him even now? Join us this Spring, Summer, and Fall as we meet King Jesus face-to-face in the Gospel of Matthew, seeking to truly experience personally the Good News of King Jesus together.

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Acts 10:1-48

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