Encouragement For the Ministry

In Acts 18:1-11, we see God encouraging the apostle Paul in the midst of discouragement and opposition through the provision of friendships, fruitful ministry, and a direct promise of His presence. This passage reminds us that when we feel worn down or afraid, God meets us with His presence, His people, and His promises to give us the strength to keep going. God doesn’t just call us to the work—He stays with us in it.

In a world full of confusion and searching, discover how the one true God has made Himself known—personally and powerfully—through Jesus Christ. In this message from Acts 17:16–34 you will find out how the God you long for is closer than you think… and waiting to be known.

Acts 16 powerfully shows that the gospel is for everyone—whether it's a wealthy businesswoman like Lydia, a tormented slave girl, or a hardened jailer. No matter the background, status, or circumstance, each person encounters God's transformative grace. The message of Jesus breaks barriers and reaches every heart willing to receive it.

Discover how a sharp disagreement led to a powerful multiplication of ministry. When Paul and Barnabas parted ways over John Mark, God used their split to spread the gospel even farther. This passage reminds us that even conflict can serve a greater Kingdom purpose as God works in the mess.

Acts 15 is one of the most important chapters in the entire New Testament as the church gets together to answer this massive question: How is a person saved? Is it Jesus plus something else? Or is it Jesus only? The answer would change the course of history. And their answer was simply Jesus and nothing else. Grace wins.

In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas continue on their first missionary journey. Being led by the Holy Spirit, they continue to see God open the door of faith to the Gentiles. At the same time, they continue to face great opposition. In this message, we look at the cost of being a disciplemaker and the necessity to remember your identity is in Christ.

The resurrected Jesus appeared to two discouraged disciples on the road to Emmaus. Their hopes had been dashed when Jesus walked with them along the road. By the end of the journey, they went from discouragement to declaring that Jesus was truly alive. 

Jesus had big plans for Simon Peter even after Peter denied Him three times. In this Easter message from John 21, Jesus invites Peter to breakfast and restores, encourages, and focuses him on how to live in the knowledge and power of the resurrected Christ.

Thomas has been remembered for doubting the resurrection of Jesus for 2000 years. But Jesus helped him overcome his doubts by showing him His resurrected wounds on His hands and His side. The resurrected Jesus prompted Thomas to declare, "My Lord and my God!"

Mary Magdalene was the first to the tomb on that first Easter. She was distressed that Jesus had died and now she believes His body has been taken. In her distress, she becomes the first to see the risen Christ, the first to hear His voice, and the first to proclaim He is alive!