What happens when people join our church who are different than we are? How should we react when other believers have different preferences or opinions about various matters than we do? Are Christians allowed to associate with people who aren’t like them?

In his sermon, “Factions & Family,” centered on Acts 11:1-30, Pastor Jeff Winters (Guest Preacher) addressed these questions as he shared how as Christians, we are commanded to share the good news of Jesus Christ with everyone and be obedient to the Spirit’s leading as Jesus saves a people for himself.

In the Church of Christ there is no such thing as second-class members. As believers, each one of us has been redeemed by Christ regardless of our differences. Therefore, we should ensure that there are no isolating factions or destructive behaviors among our brothers and sisters but rather be committed to following Jesus as a faithful family of believers.

Are Christians still required to follow the dietary restrictions outlined in the Old Testament? How did food restrictions hinder the advancement of the gospel to the Gentiles? How did God use complimentary visions to show Peter that what God has called clean, we cannot call unclean.

In his sermon, “Gospel Reach,” centered on Acts 9:32-10:48, Pastor Josiah answered these questions and others as he shared how God used complimentary visions to show Peter that what God has called clean, we cannot call unclean.

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What does it look like to be chosen by God? How do we know if we have been sent by him to spread the gospel? How can we be equipped with the tools necessary to share good news with others?

In his sermon, “Chosen & Sent,” centered on Acts 9:1-31, Pastor Jeff Winters (Guest Preacher) answers these questions by sharing how Saul, later called Paul, was chosen by God to share the gospel and advance God’s Kingdom to the ends of the earth.

Because of Paul’s faithfulness to answer God’s call and follow the Holy Spirit’s leading, the church in Judea and the surrounding areas grew as the people were strengthened by the Lord. In the same way, when we too are obedient to God’s commands, those around us can be encouraged and strengthened in their faith just like we see in the book of Acts.