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"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine,
for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man
of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works."
-- 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Divergence (Acts 4:1-13)

10/29/2017

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Divergence
Acts 4:1-13

  • Big Idea
    • We proclaim Christ based on what we know of Him.                                                                                          
  • The Bad News                                                                                                                
    • We’re constantly being evangelized.
    • We naturally want to remain the gods of our own fallen worlds. Genesis 3:15
  • Greatly Disturbed                                                                                                              
    • The religious leaders had their minds made up before they considered the evidence.  1 Peter 3:14-15
    • It’s hard for people to consider ideas that conflict with their ingrained identities.
  • Filled                                                                                                                                    
    • If you’re a believer in Christ, you have as much of the Hold Spirit as Peter.                             1 Corinthians 12:12-30
    • We all have an emptiness that can only be filled by one Person. Psalm 118:22-23
  • The Good News                                                                                                                      
    • We don’t have to worry about what to say. Luke 21:12-15
    • God can use all His children to tell the world about Jesus. 
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Miracle (Acts 3:1-26)

10/22/2017

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Miracle
Acts 3:1-26

  • Big Idea
    • We often think we know what we need, but Jesus gives us more than we can ever imagine. Matthew 6:22-23
  • Looking Down                                                                                                                         
    • We all have a problem we can’t fix on our own. Acts 3:1-2
    • Jesus asks more than we expect. Acts 3:4-5
  • Looking Up                                                                                                                              
    • Peter’s faith drew the man into faith in Christ. Acts 3:7-8  
    • The whole point of miracles is point to the true miracle worker. Acts 3:9-10
  • Looking In                                                                                                                             
    •  Asking God for something “according to His will,” both humbles us and prepares us for His best. Acts 3:11-13; 1 Corinthians 12:29-30; 13:13 
    • Repentance isn’t something we do, it’s something that happens to us. Luke 23:34; Acts 3:13-23
  • Looking Out                                                                                                                                
    • We can trust Jesus with our pain. Acts 3:24-25
    • We can offer others what we all need most – the gospel. Luke 10:16-20; Acts 3:26 
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Gather (Acts 2:42-47)

10/15/2017

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​Gather
Acts 2:42-47

  • Big Idea
    • Whenever we make much of Christ, He will draw people to Him. John 12:32
  • Meeting Together                                                                                                                     
    • The temple was the one place people could meet with God.
    • The people became God’s temple. Matthew 27:45-51; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
  • Devoted                                                                                                                            
    • They leaned into the ordinary. Romans 1:16-17   
    • Community requires mutual commitment.
  •  Every in Common                                                                                                                  
    • Let’s not be too quick to qualify the Acts church’s example of extreme generosity. Acts 2:44-45
    • Give in the context of ongoing relationships.
  • Saved                                                                                                                                    
    • We’re shaped by the people we spend time with. Genesis 2:18; Psalm 24:3-5;1 Corinthians 15:33
    • Focus on praising God instead of proving yourself to Him, and others. Acts 2:47 
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Truth (Acts 2:14-41)

10/8/2017

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Truth 
Acts 2:14-41​

  • Big Idea
    • God has called us to account for our sin, so that we can be made right.
  • Explanation                                                                                                                              
    • What was unclear, Peter clarified. Joel 2:28-32;1 Corinthians 15:12-20
    • Prophecy is proclaiming truth about God. John 15:26-27; Romans 10:8-13;                         Hebrews 12:2
  •  Proclamation                                                                                                                          
    • God is going to judge us. 1 Corinthians 4:4-5
    • Our life with God is not about our performance, but what He has performed for us in Christ. Psalm 16:8-11; Psalm 110:1
  • Promise                                                                                                                                  
    • Turn to God. Acts 2:37-39
    • Be saved. Acts 2:40-41
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Fire (Acts 2:1-13)

10/1/2017

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Fire
Acts 2:1-13

  • Big Idea
    • The Holy Spirit transforms our lives through His fearless love. 
  • Division                                                                                                                                     
    •  God knows that apart from Him unity is ultimately destructive.  Genesis 11:1-9
    • We tend to try to make others see things from our perspective.
  • Together                                                                                                                               
    • Perfect love drives out fear. Exodus 3:1-21; Acts 2:1-3; 1 John 4:18
    • In Christ we’re no longer alone, and we’re no longer our own. Romans 8:16; Galatians 4:6
  • Tongues                                                                                                                                                                       
    • The Holy Spirit makes us smarter. Acts 1:8; 2:4-7; Ephesians 5:18
    • The Spirit makes the gospel go out and differences disintegrate.  Acts 2:8-11
  • Restoration                                                                                                                                
    • Be under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:6-8; Ephesians 5:18
    • We will be mocked. Acts 2:13 
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