A New Beginning & New Life
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Proclaiming Christ’s Power
In this message Pastor Byron shares how believers can proclaim Christ’s healing power to a spiritually broken world. Using Peter’s healing of the lame beggar at the Beautiful Gate in Acts 3, he emphasizes that the church must first recognize people’s spiritual hunger and then boldly share the transforming power found in the name of
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When the Holy Spirit Reigns
In this message Pastor Byron addresses the crucial question of how to know if the Spirit of God is actively working in a church and in individual lives, focusing on Acts chapter 2 as a measuring stick rather than relying on feelings. He provides in-depth teaching on the often-misunderstood doctrine of repentance, clarifying that biblical
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Boldness Facing Criticism
In this message Pastor Byron shares a powerful challenge to believers about standing boldly for Christ, drawing from Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2 where he proclaimed Jesus’s resurrection with supreme confidence. Using the analogy of political campaigns that passionately pursue their goals, Pastor Byron asks why Christians often lack the same boldness in sharing
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The Church and Last Days
In this message Pastor Byron explores how the birth of the church in Acts 2 connects to end-time events, examining Peter’s quotation of Joel 2 and what it reveals about “the last days” and “the day of the Lord.” He addresses the controversial question of whether Pentecost was the complete fulfillment of Joel’s prophecy, while
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The Elitist of the Elite
In this message, Pastor Byron explores the birth of the church in Acts 2 and teaches on valuing what God designed for His church, beginning with an illustration about exclusive clubs to highlight how entrance to the church requires the precious blood of Christ. He emphasizes the critical importance of understanding and relying on the
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Pentecost in You
In this message, Pastor Byron explores the significance of Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts chapter 2, examining how this pivotal moment in church history serves as a model for spiritual maturity and Spirit-filled living today. He explains the historical context of Pentecost, the dramatic signs that accompanied the Spirit’s arrival,
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Sanctified Expectations
In this message Pastor Byron shares how believers can position themselves to experience the fullness of God’s Spirit and His blessing on their lives. Using Acts chapter 1 as the foundation, he identifies three essential attitudes believers need—expectant belief, expectant prayer, and expectant dependence—while also addressing the danger of placing unbiblical cultural expectations on one
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The King’s Task
In this message Pastor Byron introduces a new study of the book of Acts, explaining why this book is essential for understanding both the early apostolic church and how Christians today can live stimulating, purposeful lives empowered by the Holy Spirit. He addresses the common criticism that many Christians experience a “ho-hum” faith and encourages