The end of Acts 2 shows us the explosion of the early church. What brought that about, and how can we even glimpse the same?
Author: Craig
Follower of Jesus, husband, father of two, pastor of The Bridge Church in North Vancouver, desiring to know Jesus more and to make him known.
Origin Stories: The Fulfillment (Acts 2:14-36)
Jesus is not only the fulfillment of the promises of the Scriptures, but also the desires of the human heart. Here’s how.
Keeping the Unity of the Spirit
We are called to keep the unity of the Spirit: what does that mean for us in times of division?
Origin Stories: The Outpouring at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-13)
The early Christians, as well as the crowds, were prepared by God for the outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost. How? And what does that have to do with today?
How to Pursue Revival: Vision and Prayer
How do you pursue revival? How do you make room for the Holy Spirit? By expanding the vision and committing to prayer
Origin Stories: The Prayer Meeting (Acts 1:12-26)
The early church faced crises almost immediately and prayer was THE way they discerned the way forward. What would happen if we did the same?
Jesting About Bears: The importance of an authentic witness
We wouldn’t joke about something that’s life and death. Why do we speak empty words about the Gospel? We need an authentic witness.
Origin Stories: The Ascension (Acts 1:1-11)
What does the ascension of Jesus mean for us today? Only everything! The Holy Spirit, the Kingdom of God, and our witness all depend on it!
Where We’re Going: Evangelism, Making Jesus Known (John 4:28-42)
What does the Samaritan woman in John 4 teach us about evangelism, which is the practice of making Jesus known?
Where We’re Going: Knowing Jesus (Philippians 3:4-11)
The vision of the church hasn’t changed, no matter the circumstances of the world. A huge part of that vision is knowing Jesus