This introduction to the Book of Acts includes these three areas: 1) The Purpose, 2) The Plan, and 3) The Principles.

The purpose of the book of Acts is to showcase Jesus as the primary character in all that is being done and said, and to describe the expanding mission of the Lord Jesus Christ through his followers.

Acts - The Rest Of The Story

“Think about all of those things that you’ve suffered – maybe some of which nobody else knows about.  And here you are.  And yet you show up.  You see, when we open ourselves up to others and tell them our stories of death and in the ways God has made us with new life, we bring healing into the world”.  – Pastor Lorne Hlad

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Lorne reminds us that there is a power in telling our story so that others may hear our witness to how God has made us new during the darker times of our lives.

Be a Witness to God | Back to Basics Week 4

We're at the beginning of a new year. It's also the beginning of a new sermon series called "God in the City." And it's a study in the very beginning of Jesus's church. This is documented in the Book of Acts. Today, we look at not only the beginning of Jesus's church but also the start of Christianity in Hawaii. Join us on this year-long series in 2025. 

A Change of Plans 010525

The work of Jesus continues from the gospel of Luke to the book called the Acts of the Apostles. In Acts 1:1-11, Luke wrote about the ascension of Jesus, a sign of power and promise. The four key themes of Acts are given: the Father's sovereignty, the Spirit's empowering, the Son's witness, the Triune God's kingdom. It's easy for us to freeze up thinking we are on our own, don't have what we need, wish we were already to our destination, but Jesus promises that he continues his work in us in this era. So let's trust him and get to work!

Don't Freeze. There's Work to Do! (Acts 1:1-11) 5-18-25-JeremiahKinney

In this episode, we journey through the Book of Acts—the powerful sequel to the Gospels that tells the story of the early Church, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, and the unstoppable spread of the gospel. From Pentecost to Paul’s missionary journeys, Acts reveals how ordinary people, empowered by God, turned the world upside down.

We explore key moments like the birth of the Church, Peter’s bold preaching, signs and wonders, and the unity and struggles of the first Christian communities. Acts is not just history—it’s a blueprint for living with bold faith today.

Whether you’re curious about church origins or seeking inspiration for your spiritual walk, this episode is for you.

Acts: The Next Chapter in God's Plan

In this episode, we explore one of the most groundbreaking shifts in early Christian history: the moment the gospel moved beyond Jewish boundaries and into the Gentile world. From Peter’s vision and encounter with Cornelius to Paul’s bold missions to non-Jewish regions, the Book of Acts reveals God’s plan to offer salvation to all nations.

We dive into the cultural tensions, divine revelations, and radical inclusivity that defined this turning point—and how it shapes the global church today.

If you’ve ever wondered how the message of Jesus became a worldwide movement, this episode brings clarity, context, and encouragement.


Acts: The Gospel Spreads Among the Jews

Acts: The Gospel Reaches the Gentiles

Do you pray for courage? The apostles did. In Acts 4, they found themselves unpopular with the power brokers, surrounded, pressured, threatened. So what did they do? They asked God for courage. They asked for the courage to continue to name Jesus as the one and only Savior for the whole world. In doing so, they taught us to pray for courage too.

Do you pray for courage? (Acts 4:1-31) 7-6-25-JeremiahKinney

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