The believers received the gift of tongues when the Holy Spirit fell upon them at Pentecost, and they began speaking of the mighty deeds of God in other languages. Some were amazed while others mocked. We too, will be mocked for our faith, but like Peter, we can respond in boldness by being filled with the knowledge of our forgiveness and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Continue readingActs 1:13-26 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
As the disciples waited in the Upper Room as Jesus instructed, they all had unity, prayerfulness & expectancy, but did not have a twelfth disciple. Both Peter and Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus, but Judas chose to hang himself instead of “hanging” around like Peter to receive Jesus’ love & forgiveness.
Continue readingBlessed for a Purpose – Aaron Larson (One Love Ministries)
We, as believers, are blessed with the love of God and the power of His Holy Spirit. But it shouldn’t be kept to ourselves. It should compel us to share the love of God with a world that desperately needs it.
Continue readingActs 1:8-12 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
The main purpose of the baptism of the Holy Spirit is to know the love of God and to be filled to all fulness with Him so that we can be effective witnesses! The Holy Spirit is primarily concerned with character (inner holiness) first, so that we can then know how to properly use the gifts He gives to point others to Jesus, not us.
Continue readingActs 1:8a – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
Part 1 of the second most important sermon of Christianity after salvation…abundant life! We can’t follow God’s commandments in our own strength. We need help! Jesus is our first helper, but the Holy Spirit is our second. Let’s make ourselves available for God to work through us by the power of the Holy Spirit!
Continue readingActs 1 – Intro – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
“The Birth of the Church”
The early church experienced rapid growth because they had 1) A divine person they were loyal to, 2) A divine program to follow, 3) A divine promise to sustain them and 4) Personnel (apostles/disciples).
Intro to Acts – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
The who, what, when, why & how of the book of Acts.
Continue readingLuke 4:18 – Mike Thomforde (One Love Ministries)
God often “interrupts” our lives, bringing us to an intersection where we need to make a decision. He trusts us to take His ministry to the world (the poor, the blind, the captive). Will we trust Him? Let’s choose to step into heaven’s plan!
Continue readingHappy New Year 2016 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
Our scripture and theme for 2016 comes from Colossians 3, which encourages us to seek the things above (not on earth), and be bonded in love. It’s holiness that brings the happiness that lasts!
Continue readingWho Do You Say Jesus Is – Aaron Larson (One Love Ministries)
In Mark 8, Jesus asked His disciples two questions: 1) Who do people say I am? 2) Who do YOU say I am? Our answer to the second question will impact every aspect of our lives. Are we living with a purpose in love where God is leading us? Let’s make sure we know Jesus so we can fulfill our potential in Christ!
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