Sacrifices for the Gospel | Acts 15:35-16:10
Paul’s second missionary journey begins with three sacrifices that every Christian should be willing to make for the spread of the gospel: (1) friendship; (2) freedom; and (3) control. This sermon is part 9 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20.
Overcoming More Spiritual Leadership Challenges | Acts 7:23-60
Luke's account of Stephen and his message exposes nine challenges that we must prepare to overcome: (6) presumption; (7) rejection; (8) distortion; and (9) hostility. This sermon is part 12 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7.
Overcoming Spiritual Leadership Challenges | Acts 6:9-7:22
Luke's account of Stephen and his message exposes nine challenges that we must prepare to overcome: (1) arguments; (2) accusations; (3) delay; (4) affliction; and (5) persecution. This sermon is part 11 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7.
Being a Good Witness for Christ | Acts 3:1-26
Through Peter's example Luke shows us five necessary ingredients of being a good witness for Christ: (1) attention; (2) compassion; (3) confrontation; (4) invitation; and (5) explanation. This sermon is part 6 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7.