(Past series · 10 sermons)
Set Apart Summer 2025.
(The sermons)
- 10Sep 22, 2025
Powers and Praises
This sermon is about the power of salvation and obedience, as seen in the story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16. The speaker encourages listeners to seek the power of God's Spirit in their lives, just as Paul and Silas did. The sermon also highlights the importance of prayer, fellowship, and witnessing to others about God's love. The speaker shares personal anecdotes and examples from the Bible to illustrate these points.
Acts 1:8 · Pastor Sean Steinke
All 3 passages
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Behold. Become. Banquet.
This sermon explores the story of Lydia in Acts 16 and how she became a leader in the early Christian church. Through her story, the sermon discusses the themes of becoming whole through beholding God and hosting the God who hosts us. It encourages listeners to gaze at God's presence and let their souls be formed by what they behold, and to trust in God's perfect love that drives out fear.
Acts 16:13-15 · Nathan Hanna
Read the full transcript →0:00 / 0:00 - 08Sep 7, 2025
Costly Obedience and Kingdom Multiplication
This sermon explores the story of Timothy in Acts 16, highlighting his costly decision to be circumcised in order to spread the gospel. It emphasizes the importance of making decisions that mark us as set apart and fully devoted to God, and the role of discipleship and communal practices in kingdom multiplication. The sermon encourages listeners to receive the good news of Jesus and to pass it on to others, just as Timothy's mother and grandmother passed down their faith to him.
Acts 16:1-5 · Pastor Abbie Sawczak
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When Convictions Clash
The sermon discusses a conflict between Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15, where they have different opinions on whether to take John Mark on their mission. This conflict leads to them parting ways, but God still uses them to expand His kingdom. The sermon encourages listeners to understand the root of their disagreements and to see their differences as a gift, rather than something that has to divide them.
Acts 15 · Pastor Abbie Sawczak
All 2 passages
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Saved & Santified
The sermon discusses the story of the early Christian church in Acts 15, where the apostles and elders gather to debate whether Gentiles need to be circumcised to be saved. The sermon highlights how the Holy Spirit guides the church to understand that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not through following the law. The speaker also shares personal anecdotes and references other scriptures to emphasize the importance of faith and love in the Christian life.
Acts 15 · Pastor Sean Steinke
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Faithful in the Fruit and the Friction
The sermon discusses the story of Paul and Barnabas in Acts 14, where they face both fruitfulness and friction in their ministry. Despite the challenges, they remain faithful to Jesus and trust that He will produce fruit in His own way. The sermon encourages listeners to do the same, even in the face of hardship and mistreatment. It reminds us that our faithfulness to Jesus is not measured by outcomes, but by our obedience, and that we should always point the glory back to Him.
Acts 14:1-7 · Pastor Abbie Sawczak
All 3 passages
Read the full transcript →0:00 / 0:00 - 04Aug 3, 2025
Your Mission Starts Where You Are
This sermon is about being sent by the Holy Spirit to fulfill God's mission, whether that's in a foreign country or in our daily lives. The speaker encourages listeners to trust in the Spirit's power and to be open to divine opportunities to share the gospel. The sermon is based on the story of Paul and Barnabas in Acts 13, who were sent by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the word of God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of community, prayer, and worship in fostering the Spirit's presence and guidance.
Acts 13:1-12 · Ashleigh Jurosic
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Opening the Door to Miracles
This sermon discusses the story of Peter's miraculous release from prison and the role of a young servant girl named Rhoda in recognizing Peter's voice and convincing others to open the door to him. The sermon highlights the importance of prayer, faith, and community in experiencing God's miracles and living a life that follows Jesus. It also encourages listeners to consider who the loudest voices are in their lives and to invite others to speak into their lives and point them to God's guidance.
Acts 12 · Pastor Abbie Sawczak
All 2 passages
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Expanding Tables, Encouraging Hearts
The sermon discusses the story of Peter and the early church in Acts, focusing on how God is expanding the table and welcoming all people into relationship with Him. It highlights the importance of generosity, encouragement, and living out faith in practical ways. The sermon encourages listeners to be open to God's leading and to show up for others in need, just as Barnabas did for Saul.
Acts 11:1-30 · Pastor Abbie Sawczak
All 5 passages
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How God Opens Doors We Never Imagined
The sermon discusses the story of Cornelius and Peter in Acts 10, where God opens doors to spread the gospel to the Gentiles. The pastor shares his personal experiences and connects them to the scripture, emphasizing the importance of faith and God's plan for all people to have salvation. The sermon highlights the shift in Peter's understanding of the gospel and his obedience to God's call.
Acts 10 · Pastor Sean Steinke
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