Radically Generous | Acts 4:1-34 & 5:11
Radically Generous | The nature of the gospel is radically generous. Humans are so unworthy of God's love, so guilty because of sin, so stubbornly set in their rebellion, that it boggles the mind that God would look upon any with love—and yet that is exactly what the cross demonstrates. This kind of generosity is extravagant. Therefore it is natural for people who are changed by the gospel to reflect its absurd nature. This week as we look at the generosity in the early church, we will see both its beauty and its challenges, in hopes of catching a vision for generosity in the church.
Adversity Expectant | Acts 4:1-22 & 7:54-8:3
Adversity Expectant | The church of Jesus is a movement that is destined for victory, but in the meantime promised to encounter struggle. The people of God should not be surprised when adversity arises both from inside and outside. God is sovereign over it, and promises to use it to advance His kingdom. This week we are going to explore the various challenges the early church encountered and then observe God’s purposes in them.