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Expansion and Opposition

Wade — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:22:48 +0000

Wade considers Luke’s transition in the book of Acts from Peter to Paul. He provides two vignettes, which form a transition between the conversion of the first Gentile (through Peter) and the systematic evangelization of Gentiles (by Paul).

Sermon Text: Acts 11:19–12:24

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Lazarus and the Rich Man

Wade — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 02:43:12 +0000

Guest speaker Randy Gruendyke from Taylor University in Upland, IN preaches on Lazarus and the Rich man from Luke 16. From Jesus’ parable, we learn that wealth can blind one from seeing God’s truth. God’s truth is found in Scripture.

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Cornelius

Wade — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:01:27 +0000

Cornelius’s story provides a foundation for God’s movement into the unexpected (the Gentiles). The church is surprised to see God’s inclusion of the Gentiles. Nevertheless, they are sensitive and obedient to His leading. Acts 9:32–11:1

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Saul

Wade — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 23:28:52 +0000

July 4th is a celebration of our country’s political freedom. However, greater freedom is found in the liberation provided by Jesus. The work of Jesus transforms our own agenda and plans. In Acts 9, Saul is on his way to destroy the church; yet God rescues him from his tirade and transforms him into his agent. His life will never be the same. Acts 9

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Philip

Wade — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:37:58 +0000

In Acts 8, Luke relates the experience of Philip. Philip, being dispersed by the stoning of Stephen, travels to Samaria. He then follows an angel’s leading toward the Gaza highway. In both experiences, he finds the Spirit already at work. He simply obeys the promptings of the Spirit, bringing the gospel to unlikely people. Wade walks us through the story of Philip as we continue our study in the book of Acts. Acts 8

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We Are Better Together

Wade — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:58:54 +0000

On Father’s Day, Doug Gregg challenged the church to consider the importance of unity.

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Mission Trip Sharing

Wade — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 13:03:47 +0000

On Sunday, June 13th, groups from The Oasis (The Baptist House) and First Baptist shared about their experience doing missions over Spring Break. The Oasis group traveled to Asheville, North Carolina and the young adult group from First Baptist traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Stephen

Wade — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 21:57:23 +0000

Luke tells four foundational stories beginning in the sixth chapter of Acts. The first story is of Stephen. While this story may seem tragic, God uses his martyrdom to spread the gospel beyond the borders of Israel. Wade describes the scene of Stephen before the religious leaders and considers his courage and strength. Filled by the power of the Spirit, Stephen proclaims the message of Jesus. Acts 6-7.

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Ananias and Sapphira

Wade — Sun, 30 May 2010 18:36:14 +0000

The story of Ananias and Sapphira is one most troubling stories in the New Testament. Ananias and Sapphira are two people who seem to be faithful at first appearance. Their intentions are exposed in a shocking fashion. How do we interact with a story of this nature? What does this text teach us about today’s church? Acts 5:1-15

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Who We Are As American Baptists

Wade — Sun, 23 May 2010 18:27:28 +0000

On Sunday, May 23rd, Larry Mason (Executive Minster for the American Baptist Churches of Indiana/Kentucky) and Phyllis Goodyear (Northeast Resource Minister for the American Baptist Churches of Indiana/Kentucky) came to share about what God is doing throughout the state.