Early Church Beginnings – Acts of the Apostles      When Jesus was born in Bethlehem during a census directed by Caesar Augustus (Octavian), He was born into a Greco-Roman world that, while wrought with military and political confusion just a few decades prior, was stable and relatively peaceful.1 The region under Roman rule, which included modern-day Europe, northern Africa, and the Near East, wa...  Read More

God’s Three-in-Oneness: The TrinityQuestions to consider while reading the Scriptures of this study:Why is the doctrine of the Trinity unique among the various religions of the world?How would you explain the biblical evidence of the Trinity?What are the essential elements of the doctrine of the Trinity?What, if anything, do analogies contribute to our understanding of the Trinity?Why is the doctr...  Read More

The Immanence & Transcendence of GodImmanence:Definition: God’s presence and activity within nature, humans, and history.Biblical References: Gen 1:2, Gen 2:7, Jer 23:24, Job 27:3, Job 33:4, Job 34:14-15, Ps 104:29-30, Acts 17:27-28.Implications:God is not limited to working directly to accomplish his purpose. In other words, God can work through his created agents to accomplish his purposes.Examp...  Read More

Pray With Confidence | Luke 11:5-13SummaryIn this episode, we explore the essence of persistent prayer and its significance in our relationship with God. We discuss how Christians are invited to pray with boldness, confidence, and persistence, trusting that the Holy Spirit will provide what they need.  Read More

IntroductionLife is filled with distractions, whether from the demands of our daily routines, the pressures of work, or even the lure of entertainment. In the midst of all this noise, it’s easy to lose focus on what truly matters—our relationship with the Lord. When we lose focus on Jesus, we lose focus on making wise decisions. In this passage, we’ll dive into the story of Martha and Mary from Lu...  Read More

Embracing the Fruit of the Spirit | Encouragement from Oliver L. At some point, everyone struggles with exercising the fruit of the spirit under their own power. Unfortunately, one of the worst tragedies of turning to the flesh instead of the spirit is a church split. However, the Bible teaches believers to rejoice during in tribulations and trials (Rom 5:35, 1 Thes 5:16-18). Being patient in Chri...  Read More

What Causes You To Rejoice? | Luke 10:17-20IntroductionThe 72 disciples have returned from their mission trip and are reporting to Jesus that even the demons were subject to them in His name.Key ThemeA Christian’s joy does not stem from what they do, but from who they are in Christ.Sermon PointsWorking for the Lord (v17)When walking in the name, character, and instruction of Christ, believers will...  Read More

IntroductionJesus deployed 72 disciples to prepare for His visits, assigning them tasks, ensuring their needs were met, and teaching them to handle both acceptance and rejection of His message.Key Theme: Christians have been deployed and commissioned by God to share the peace of Christ according to his prescribed mission and manner.Sermon PointsMission Assignment (Luke 10:1-3)  Mission: Jesus comm...  Read More

The #1 Priority: Jesus | Luke 9:57-62Overview: In this passage, Jesus interacts with three individuals, highlighting the priority of following Him in motivation, importance, and commitment.I. Motivation for Following Jesus (Luke 9:57-58)Excited to Follow Jesus (v57)One person declares his intention to follow Jesus anywhere.Attracted to Jesus' reputation: great teacher and miracle worker.Question: ...  Read More

This Sermon Study Guide outlines Christ’s initiative in calling us to follow Him and His continuous guidance once we are in a relationship with Him. The narrative uses biblical passages focusing on Luke 9:51-56.  Read More