21st Century Acts

Recorded live at the Northeast District Council of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, this message goes back to Genesis, to Numbers, to the fire that fell once on the altar — and asks a question most of us have stopped asking: is laying on of hands just tradition, or is something actually transferred? Not magic. Not nothing. Part one of a three-part series on the sacraments of an apostolic c...

The Apostle Paul's final word to the church wasn't a program or a plan. It was a command: stand. In this episode of 21st Century Acts, Pastor Jonathan Hayes walks through Ephesians 6:10–18 — the full armor of God — and unpacks what it actually means to be a soldier in spiritual warfare. From the ranked hierarchy of dark powers to the shield wall that only works when believers lock together, this i...

21st Century Acts is the sermon archive of Pastor Jonathan Hayes — raw, unfiltered, rooted in Scripture. This episode: America turns 250 this week. Flags flying. A people celebrating a heritage they are simultaneously dismantling. Psalm 2 was written for this moment. The nations rage. Heaven laughs. The Son reigns. And the offer still stands — Kiss the Son, or meet the rod of iron. There is no thi...

Every myth humanity ever told reached for the same thing — a son of God with power and purpose. This Father's Day, Pastor Jonathan Hayes opens John 1:12–13 and asks the question most people have never stopped to ask — what does it actually mean to call God Father? And what does it demand of the fathers in the room?

What happened at the cross? Was it God's love on display — or a legal payment for sin? The answer is yes. Both. In this message from Isaiah 53:4-6, Pastor Jonathan Hayes unpacks the ancient debate between atonement and expiation and lands where scripture lands: the cross is covenant and compassion. God is righteous Judge and merciful Savior. This isn't a contradiction — it's the whole point. Wheth...

On May 17, 1776, the Continental Congress did something remarkable — they called an entire nation to a day of fasting, humiliation, and prayer, asking God to bless a revolution. Two hundred and fifty years later, Pastor Jonathan Hayes asks a sobering question: what happened to us? Drawing from Jeremiah's covenant warning — "If my people, which are called by my name" — and Christ's indictment of a...

What does a life rooted in God look like? And what happens when we choose our own way instead? In this powerful study of Psalm 1, Pastor Jonathan Hayes explores the stark contrast between two paths: the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. Through the vivid imagery of a tree planted by rivers of water and chaff blown away by the wind, Scripture reveals the blessings of a life anchored i...

Aaron Michaud delivers a sermon that challenges the modern church and believer. You don't want to miss it!

Jesus uttered seven phrases while hanging on the cross- each statement pregnant with meaning. Join pastor Jonathan today as he dives expounds on the rich significance and application of each to your life today!

In this episode, pastor Jonathan expounds on a powerful moment from John 14:30, where Jesus says, “The prince of this world is coming—and he has nothing in Me.” On the night before the crucifixion, in a quiet, intimate setting around a table, Jesus reveals a profound truth: Satan has no claim on Him—no sin, no debt, no foothold. And yet, He willingly goes to the cross. We also address an often-ove...

What if I told you Jesus didn’t just speak in riddles about the end times… He predicted history down to the very year? On this episode, we dive into the Olivet Discourse—His prophecy from the Mount of Olives—and uncover how Jerusalem’s destruction in AD 70 proves His words true. If Christ was right then, can we trust Him today? Stay tuned.

Chantal Hayes teaches from Isaiah 54:10. Study along and be blessed!

In this sermon, elder Aaron Michaud breaks down Romans 12 verse by verse and applies it to your daily life! Give it a listen!

In a culture that confuses emotion with love and blurs the lines between men and women, what does the Bible actually teach about marriage? In this episode of 21st Century Acts, we return to the foundation — from Book of Genesis to Epistle to the Ephesians 5 — to examine God’s design for covenant love. What does it mean that the husband is the head of the wife? What does biblical submission look li...

In Romans 14, Paul addresses the balance between Christian Liberty and Christian Charity. This is a crucial lesson for the maturation of every Christian. Listen in as Pastor Jonathan expounds on this crucial chapter of God's word.

Does God desire that I pray in tongues? Or is that gift for a select few? Or is it done away with altogether? I Corinthians 14 is often used by those who have never experienced speaking in tongues as a club against those who do. But the chapter is promoting tongues, not condemning it. Join Pastor Jonathan has he takes a deep dive into this chapter. jonathannathanielhayes@gmail.com

In part four of our Christmas series, pastor Jonathan brings Scripture, Science and history together to uncover what exactly led the wise me to the Christ child, and what relevance it has for us today. If this is a blessing to you, share and subscribe so you never miss a sermon! Share your testimony with us by writing pastor Jonathan at jonathannathanielhayes@gmailcom Or by leaving a message or co...

Elder Aaron Michaud sheds new light to this timeless nativity story! We pray it is a blessing to you! If you enjoy this podcast, subscribe and like it! Share it with a friend. And leave us your testimony! You can do that by emailing Pastor Jonathan @ jonathannathanielhayes@gmail.com Or on FaceBook @ https://www.facebook.com/theARCmaine

In this second sermon in our Christmas series, Chantal Hayes expounds on the angelic message to Mary, and the powerful response that this holy woman gave to the will of God. Our hope is that Mary's words will inspire you today.

In this first of four Christmas sermons, Pastor Jonathan expounds on the Old Testament prophecies that Christ fulfilled when He came to Bethlehem. This sermon is guaranteed to change the life of every hearer with an open heart! If this is a blessing to you, email pastor your testimony at jonathannathanielhayes@gmail.com Or leave a comment on social media at www.facebook.com/theARCmaine

In our continued study of Genesis we explore the life of Joseph, beloved of his father Jacob and hated by his brothers. There is so much in this story to mature you in your spiritual journey, so listen in. Are you blessed by these sermons? Email us at jonathannathanielhayes@gmail.com or leave a comment on social media at https://www.facebook.com/theARCmaine

In our continuing study of Genesis we explore how God calls Jacob- and you- to purge the camp of our lives from idols before entering into Bethel- the House of God. If this podcast is blessing you, we'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line at jonathannathanielhayes@gmail.com

This week we continue our study in Genesis and explore Jacobs interaction with his father in law, Laban, and his estranged brother, Esau. We see in these stories a spiritual maturation as he transforms from Jacob to Israel. This story is rich with meaning for our lives. Listen here and be changed!

The advent of social media and smart phones has made it hard to avoid the curse of comparison. In this sermon, Pastor Jonathan continues our study of Genesis by exploring the rivalry between two sisters, Leah and Rachel. Listen to see how Christ intends his story to change your life.

Don't be content with a Christian heritage. God wants you to embrace your Christian inheritance! Listen to Pastor Jonathan expound on Jacob and his stairway to Heaven in our continuing study of Genesis, and be transformed! If this podcast is blessing you, please like, subscribe, share, and most importantly, drop us a line of testimony on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/theARCmaine Or write pa...