Audio Messages

Acts
Acts
A Curious Case of Mistaken Identity
Acts 21:37-22:29 | Mon, Jun 15, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

As Christians, we sometimes shrink back from taking a stand for truth, witnessing for the faith, or being obedient to Scripture because we don’t want to be labeled as fanatics or extremists. In this message, Pastor John talks about how we can gain control over our fears through our identification in Jesus.

Escaping the Prison of Pride
Acts 23:1-35 | Mon, Jun 22, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

Pride is a prison that keeps many people from truly enjoying God’s blessings. In this message, Pastor John covers three steps to help us break from pride to humility.

Breaking the Bonds of Disobedience
Acts 24:1-27 | Mon, Jun 29, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

In many areas of morality, ethics, behavior, sin – the differences between Christians and non-Christians is virtually indistinguishable. And yet, God calls us to “Be holy, as I am holy.” In this message, Pastor John looks at how we can live obedient lives and take holiness seriously.

An Appeal for Godly Government
Acts 25:1-27 | Mon, Jul 06, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

Paul knew his rights and responsibilities as a Roman citizen and as a Christian. In this message, Pastor John looks at six spheres of government that affect us all so we can understand Godly government and live carefully and humbly under His authority.

Speaking of Faith in the Public Square
Acts 26 | Sun, Jul 16, 2006 | Pastor John Stillman

Freedom of Speech seems to be open to every thought and idea, except when it comes to speaking about Jesus. In this message, Pastor John explores some of the principles to keep in mind when we are given a Holy-Spirit-opportunity to share our faith in the public square.

Dead Man Walking
Acts 26:1-32 | Mon, Jul 13, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

Jesus and religion are often confused as being one and the same. “All religions teach basically the same thing,” people say. But if you take Jesus out of religion, you’re left with the mess of Christ-less religion. In this message, Pastor John looks at why we preach the gospel.

I am a Different Person Because of the Empty Tomb
Acts 26:1-29 | Sun, May 17, 2015 | Pastor John Stillman

Being a follower of Jesus is not just about believing. It's also about becoming. It's about becoming who God has made you to really be. In this message, Pastor John examines the transformation of the Apostle Paul from persecutor to Christian that gives us some insight on what God wants His people to become.

"Come and see" or "Go and tell"?
Acts 26:15-20 | Sun, Feb 24, 2019 | Pastor John Stillman

What is our strategy in missions? In this message, Pastor John looks at the difference between the "come and see" and "go and tell" mindsets of missions.

We're in a tight spot!
Acts 27:1-44 | Mon, Jul 20, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

These days, you may be in a tight spot financially, with your health, or in a family relationship. In this message, Pastor John looks at three ways God helps us navigate our way out of a tight spot.

"We're on a mission from God!"
Acts 28:1-30 | Mon, Jul 27, 2009 | Pastor John Stillman

The book of Acts begins with Jesus commissioning disciples to spread the gospel to the “ends of the earth.” It ends with the gospel in Rome, the capital of the empire. In this final message on Acts, Pastor John teaches that it’s not “mission accomplished,” but the mission we continue.