The Spirit includes the unexpected. There are three stories, one after another, that Luke includes in his story of the early church. Each of these surprising stories are about men who were surprising converts. God still seems to take delight in calling to himself those who feel the least likely to be on his side.
Why do my words matter? God’s Spirit gifts us in many different ways, but the mark of an initial encounter with God in the book of Acts normally included a change in speech. Why is speech one of the main differences when the Spirit fills us?
How is God involved in the world? ‘Where is your God?’ is a question many of us have faced at one time or another. It is a good question, and one that the Bible doesn’t shy away from. The answer is daunting. God is at work in His world through us. But the good news is that He will give us His strength, direction and presence. We will not be alone. It’s the work of the Holy Spirit. It’s why it’s the gift that we can receive.
Who we are on the hard days? Jesus rescues us from the power of sin and then enables us withstand all the attacks that come our way. There is strength in a salvation that is ours.
Who are we when we think no one is watching? Knowing that Jesus is our Saviour changes our everyday relationships – in family life and work life, following Jesus makes all the difference in the world.
Paul’s vision for the church was that it would demonstrate the unity of Jew and Gentile. The wider world could only see their differences. Paul knew that they could be one because of Jesus – and that it was the grace he showers upon us in salvation that is the source of our unity.
Who do you think you are? Paul’s vision for the church was that it would demonstrate the unity of Jew and Gentile. The wider world could only see their differences Paul knew that they could be one because of Jesus – and that it was the grace he showers upon us in salvation that is the source of our unity.
Today we welcomed Sarah to be an assistant pastor with us in Salford. Together with Phil, her husband, and her children they will be making our church their home. We were also joined by our Regional Leader, Pastor James Glass.
He has promised that he will build the church. Tomorrow we will ask the obvious question: ‘How will he build his church?’ Come and be encouraged and challenged. Together we are part of Jesus’ promise.
Join us tomorrow as we worship in an extended time of praise.
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