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Pastor Jim preached from Acts 8, sharing the powerful account of the Ethiopian eunuch and how God continues to expand His kingdom beyond borders and barriers. He highlighted that although the eunuch possessed wealth and influence, only a relationship with God could fill the emptiness in his life. Pastor Jim emphasized how God orchestrated a divine appointment by leading Philip through the Holy Spirit to share the gospel. He challenged the church to be attentive to God's leading, ready to explain the hope found in Jesus through Scripture, and willing to build relationships with those searching for truth. The message concluded with the eunuch's baptism as a picture of joyful obedience and reminded believers to live as salt and light, faithfully sharing Christ with a world in need.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

Welcome to Family Church! We’re so glad you’re here. Join us for a live online church service with worship, biblical teaching, and a chance to connect from wherever you are. You have a place here.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022- I Believe CCLI Song #7218424- How Great (Psalm 145) CCLI Song #7190356- Cornerstone CCLI Song #6158927- Christ And Christ Crucified CCLI Song #7194763- Trust In God CCLI Song #7206001

Welcome to Family Church! We’re so glad you’re here. Join us for a live online church service with worship, biblical teaching, and a chance to connect from wherever you are. You have a place here.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022- Victory In Jesus #1259- Blessed Assurance #22324- He Will Be #7253277- Mighty Name Of Jesus #7244496- There's Something About That Name #14064- The Blessing #7147007

This powerful message takes us deep into Acts chapter 8, where we witness the explosive spread of the gospel following Stephen's martyrdom. What appears as tragedy becomes the catalyst for God's mission as persecution scatters believers throughout Judea and Samaria, exactly as Jesus had commanded. We meet Philip, who courageously crosses cultural barriers to preach Christ in Samaria, a region Jews typically avoided due to centuries of hatred and prejudice. The message challenges us to examine our own prejudices and ask whether we're willing to take the gospel to people we might consider enemies or outcasts. We're confronted with the reality of spiritual warfare as Philip casts out demons and performs miracles, reminding us that the name of Jesus holds ultimate authority over darkness. The transformation in Samaria brings great joy, illustrating a profound truth: genuine ministry produces joy, not just activity. We're also introduced to Simon the sorcerer, whose story warns us about the difference between being amazed by God's power and truly surrendering to His lordship. Throughout this passage, we discover why God allows persecution, how suffering refines our faith, and the incredible intimacy that develops when we share in Christ's sufferings. This isn't just ancient history but a call to examine whether the joy of the Lord truly is our strength today.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

Pastor Jim continues through Acts 7 as Stephen boldly stands before the Sanhedrin and points to Jesus rather than defending himself. Stephen recounts Israel’s history, showing how God’s people repeatedly resisted His grace and the work of the Holy Spirit.When confronted with the truth, the religious leaders responded with anger and violence, but Stephen, filled with the Holy Spirit, responded with forgiveness and grace. This message challenges believers to consider how they respond to conviction, criticism, and hardship, while reminding us that faithfulness to God is rewarded with His presence and the promise of eternal life. New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

Pastor Jim delivered a powerful message from Acts 7, using Stephen’s defense before the Sanhedrin to teach believers how to confidently defend their faith. Stephen’s example reminds us to know God’s Word, to be led by the Holy Spirit, and to place our confidence in the Lord rather than in ourselves. Even while facing false accusations, Stephen responded with humility, wisdom, and courage, pointing to God’s faithfulness throughout Israel’s history. His Spirit-filled testimony challenges us to be prepared to give a clear defense of our faith and boldly share the hope we have in Christ.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

Pastor Sammie Brooks delivers a powerful message from Acts 6:8-15 about Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit who faces false accusations from Greek-speaking Jews. The sermon emphasizes that Stephen’s wisdom and boldness come from being filled with the Holy Spirit and yielding daily to His control. When opponents cannot defeat Stephen’s arguments, they resort to lies and false witnesses, accusing him of blasphemy. Despite the serious accusations, Stephen remains calm and composed, his face shining like an angel. Pastor Sammie highlights how pressure reveals our true spiritual condition and encourages believers to trust God rather than retaliate when facing accusations, remembering that Jesus is our advocate.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022- Mighty Name Of Jesus CCLI# 7244496- Made For More CCLI# 7207758- Be Thou My Vision CCLI# 30639- Worthy Of It All CCLI# 6280644- Great Is Thy Faithfulness CCLI# 18723

Pastor Jim’s Mother’s Day message focused on God’s amazing grace as seen through the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. From the unexpected announcement of Jesus’ birth to the many challenges she faced along the way, Mary continually experienced God’s sustaining grace. Whether walking through uncertainty, hardship, loss, or heartbreak, God’s grace proved sufficient in every season of her life.The message encourages mothers today that the same grace is available to them. God’s unmerited favor, strength, and goodness can sustain every mom through the unexpected moments, difficult journeys, and joys of motherhood.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

This sermon from Acts 6:1-7 addresses a controversy that arose in the early church between Hellenist Jews and Hebrew Jews regarding the distribution of food to widows. The Hellenist widows were being neglected in the daily distribution, causing murmuring in the church. The apostles wisely responded by having the church select seven qualified men to serve as the first deacons, allowing the apostles to focus on prayer and preaching. This resolution led to continued church growth and even many priests coming to faith. The sermon emphasizes wise leadership principles, including investigating complaints, resolving issues quickly, delegating ministry responsibilities, and maintaining good reputations.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022

This sermon from Acts 5:33-42 focuses on how to minister to people who respond to truth with rage and anger. Pastor Jim shares his personal experience of being confronted about his own anger issues and uses the example of Gamaliel's wise intervention when the Sanhedrin wanted to kill the apostles. The message emphasizes that some people don't want to hear the truth and react with rage, but we can learn from Gamaliel's approach: establishing credibility, showing respect, appealing for righteousness, stating caution, presenting reasons, and offering wise counsel. The sermon concludes with the apostles rejoicing after being flogged, demonstrating how believers can maintain joy even when facing unjust treatment because their conscience is clear before God.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022