Life isn’t Fair: That’s actually really good news! Listen to the parable where Jesus exchanges “fair” for something far better.

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Is the Bible just a collection of ancient stories and wise sayings, or is it something more? In a world of endless opinions and competing truths, how can we know if the Bible is truly God’s Word? In the latest message from our series, “A Going Church for a Coming Lord,” Pastor Brian Autry dives into 1 Thessalonians chapter 2 to address this very question. Paul commended the Thessalonian church because they received his message “not as the word of men, but as what it really is, the word of God.” Pastor Brian explores the incredible historical, scientific, and prophetic evidence that supports the Bible’s claim to be divinely inspired. More than just an ancient book, this message reveals the Bible as living, active, and powerful—a Word that is meant to be at work in the lives of believers today. It’s a powerful call to move beyond simply reading the Bible to truly receiving it as the life-changing Word of God.

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Chapters:
0:00 – Welcome & Announcements
1:51 – Worship
18:30 – Message: Not Man’s Words, But God’s Word
21:22 – Sayings You Think Are in the Bible (But Aren’t)
29:25 – The Key Verse: Receiving the Word of God
34:05 – Reason #1: We Should Accept the Bible’s Authority (Evidence)
42:58 – Reason #2: Some Will Always Reject the Bible’s Teaching
48:38 – Reason #3: We Must Be Ready to Receive the Message
50:51 – How to Read the Bible For Yourself (The ABC Method)
55:25 – The Book That Fell From Heaven
57:42 – Invitation & Closing Prayer

Scripture References:
1 Thessalonians 2, verses 13-16
2 Timothy 3, verse 16
Hebrews 4, verse 12
Isaiah 40, verse 22

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A new chapter. A new city. But the calling is the same. Regardless of their location, we see Paul and Barnabas the proclamation of the good news to the Jews and to the Gentiles alike. In doing so, God bears witness to the word of his grace by signs and wonders (good works) done by the apostles. The text invites us to consider how we too can boldly share the gospel, join God in doing good works, and remain faithful to that calling regardless of where we are.

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ACTS – Power

This message is from Lead Pastor Dan Painter in week one of the sermon series “Acts – Power”.

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Overcome fear and learn how to boldly share your faith with confidence. This powerful message addresses the common struggle many Christians face when it comes to evangelism and gospel sharing. Discover why fear keeps us silent and how to break through those barriers to become effective witnesses for Christ. Even introverts can be bold witnesses, and boldness isn’t the absence of fear but acting despite it. Learn from the apostle Paul’s example of requesting prayer for evangelistic boldness. Uncover four foundational biblical truths from Acts chapter 1 that transform fear into courage for gospel sharing. First, understand how Jesus’ death and resurrection secures your eternal relationship with God, making rejection from others less threatening. Second, discover how the Holy Spirit provides everything needed for effective witnessing, including the right words and supernatural strength.Third, learn how Jesus’ ascension and promised return puts temporary sacrifices in eternal perspective, making boldness worthwhile. Fourth, understand that Jesus builds His church through ordinary people sharing the gospel, removing pressure to be perfect evangelists. Get practical steps for moving from fear to faithfulness in evangelism. Learn why waiting for feelings of boldness is counterproductive and how God provides courage through faithful action. Discover how to identify specific fears holding you back and apply biblical truths to overcome them.This message includes actionable steps for identifying five people in your life who need to hear about Jesus and overcoming specific fears through prayer and faith. Perfect for Christians struggling with evangelism anxiety, fear of rejection, or feeling inadequate to share their faith effectively.

Important Verses
Matthew 28:18-20
Acts 1:8
1 John 4:19
2 Corinthians 5:14
Matthew 16:18
Romans 5:8
John 1:12
1 John 3:1
1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Philippians 4:19

Think about it!
The pastor shared about being terrified to ask for permission to marry despite having ‘good news.’ How does this relate to our fear of sharing the gospel with others?
What do you think is the root cause of why many Christians struggle to share their faith boldly? Do you agree that it often comes down to not loving others the way God does?
Acts 1:8 promises we will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon us. How should this truth change our perspective on our ability to be witnesses?
The pastor mentioned four fears that keep us from being bold witnesses. Which of these resonates most with you: fear of rejection, feeling insufficient, fear of missing out, or fear of being ineffective?
How does knowing that Jesus lived, died, and rose again ‘just as He said’ give us confidence in sharing the gospel even when we might face rejection?
What does it mean practically that ‘it’s not up to you’ when it comes to changing people’s lives and building the church? How should this truth affect our approach to evangelism?
The pastor emphasized not waiting for the ‘feeling’ of boldness before acting. What are some practical first steps we can take to move beyond our fears?
Looking at your ‘My Five’ list of people to pray for, what specific fears do you have about sharing the gospel with them, and how do the truths from Acts 1 address those fears?

Apply it!
This week, identify one specific fear that has been holding you back from sharing the gospel. Choose one person from your ‘My Five’ prayer list and take one concrete step toward building a relationship or creating an opportunity to share your faith with them. This could be as simple as starting a spiritual conversation, inviting them to church, or sharing your testimony. Don’t wait for the feeling of boldness – trust that God will provide what you need as you step out in faith.

Key Takeaways
We need both love for others and boldness to be effective witnesses for Christ
Jesus’ faithfulness to His word in four areas gives us confidence to be bold: His resurrection, giving us His Spirit, His ascension and promised return, and His commitment to building His church
Being bold doesn’t mean having no fear – it means acting in defiance of fear
We don’t need to wait for feelings of boldness before acting; God provides courage as we step out in faith
Our job is to be faithful witnesses; God is responsible for changing hearts and building His church

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