Going with the Gospel | Acts 12:24-13:41
The beginning of Paul’s first missionary journey demonstrates six forces that compel us all to go with the gospel: (1) The passionate worship of God; (2) The opposition of false teaching; (3) The revealed plan of God; (4) The prophesied death of Jesus; (5) The prophesied resurrection of Jesus; and (6) The forgiveness and freedom of faith. This sermon is part 6 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.
Preparing for Persecution | Acts 12:1-23
Luke’s account of persecution in the early church prepares us with a four-step plan: (1) recognize the danger; (2) rely on prayer; (3) refuse to doubt; and (4) respect God’s wrath. This sermon is part 5 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.
Don't Lose Heart | 2 Corinthians 4
Paul shares three reasons why he doesn't lose heart: (1) God's Word gives light; (2) Christ's resurrection gives power; and (3) God's promise gives hope. Bryan Craddock delivered this message as part of a commissioning service for Judah Owen.
Cultivating Unity in the Church | Acts 11:1-30
Luke recounts three practices that cultivated unity in the early church: (1) celebrating God’s saving work; (2) encouraging devotion to the Lord; and (3) responding to one another’s needs. This sermon is part 4 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.
Steps to Peace in a Divided World | Acts 9:31-10:48
Peter's journey shows us five steps down the path of peace: (1) remember Jesus' power; (2) follow God's instructions; (3) practice kind hospitality; (4) grasp the implications of the gospel; and (5) embrace our spiritual unity. This sermon is part 3 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.
The Experience of Conversion | Acts 9:1-30
The story of Saul demonstrates four stages in the experience of coming to faith in Christ: (1) conviction; (2) identification; (3) opposition; and (4) connection. This sermon is part 2 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.