Sermons on Acts 11
The Power of Encouragement
We all need encouragement in order to grow as followers of Jesus Christ. A life devoid of encouragement is like a plant without water. The plant fails to flower and bear fruit. Its leaves begin to droop and grow yellow, and finally, it withers and dies altogether. When a corporate accountant committed suicide, an effort was made to find out why. The company’s books were examined and no shortage was found. Everything seemed to be in order. Nothing could be…
Receiving God’s Guidance
Who is supposed to lead the church? The answer to this question creates much controversy from denomination to denomination and from church to church. Some say the elders in each local church are to lead. “No, the whole congregation is to vote.” “No, a presbytery made up of elders from various local churches has the ultimate authority.” “No, the Pope is the apostolic successor who leads the church.” “No, the pastor; he is the leader. That is what we are…