Harvest Church of Minden

Acts 15:36-16:5  The start of the second missionary journey begins with a sharp disagreement, as well as a going of separate ways. Through this, more missionaries are being developed, more churches are encouraged, and more churches will be planted. The early church is beginning to wrestle with the question of what would need to be done for the sake of the gospel. 

Acts 15:1-35 The question of Salvation by faith alone is brought up to the new church. The teachings of works-based salvation are infiltrating the church, and these teachings continue today. It is simple and difficult to understand that grace is a free gift.

Acts 14  Following Paul and Barnabas through Asia Minor as they finish up their first missionary tour, we are able to see how they are faithful to their calling even in the face of opposition, misunderstandings and persecution. 

Acts 13:13-52 Paul and Barnabas travel to Pisidian Antioch to share the gospel message. In his first recorded presentation, Paul emphasizes the forgiveness of sins through Jesus' sacrifice as the only way to be justified before God. 

Acts 12:25-13:12 The Antioch church was diverse and Spirit led as they sent out their leaders on the first missionary journey to Cyprus. They confront a false Prophet boldly in order to see one man come to faith. We compare this approach to the recent events in our nation to stand for our faith. 

Acts 12:1-24 Today we cover the question of why James and not Peter, as James is beheaded and Peter is set free. Reflecting on our own reasons to follow Jesus in our daily life as he is or Savior and Lord. 

Acts 11:19-30 As the church in Antioch is planted, we see a model of Evangelism, Discipleship and Mercy that shaped the early church in a pleasure-seeking culture. The gospel changed the landscape of this culture as the term Christian is first used to describe the followers of Jesus.

Acts 10:23-11:18 The excitement and joy of Cornelius and his family believing in Jesus for salvation shows God's initiation towards the rest of the world. The gospel will break barriers and traditions in order to bring freedom to the soul. 

Acts 10:1-23 Through the special revelations of the visions, God shares his plan to open salvation for the gentiles. What gets in the way of the grace of God, is the religion that we may cling to. God is stripping that away for us. 

Acts 9:32-43  As the record of ministry shifts to Peter, we study how he mirrors Jesus' ministry and how the church is beginning to expand the ends of the earth.

Psalm 28:7-9  Steve walks us through some of our inheritance today focusing on David's prayer in Psalm 28.

Acts 9:23-31 Saul's reputation precedes him as he tries to join the disciples in Jerusalem. His bold defense and witness for Christ has now brought him death threats, and he can stay safe and deny the claims, or realize that persecution comes with sharing the gospel message and living for Christ.

Acts 9:10-19 Steve Kiesel shares about the how Ananias and Paul were chosen vessels for ministry and for the gospel of Christ. 

Acts 9:1-9 Steve Kiesel Today Steve walks through the conversion of Saul and the change that Jesus brings to a life hostile to God.

Acts 8:26-40 Philip gives us a wonderful example of what it means to live on mission for God. He yields to the Holy Spirit, Explains the Word, and Expects God to move. As we apply these points to our own lives, there are areas of growth and examination to bring advancement to his Kingdom. 

Acts 8:1-25  The gospel begins to spread outside the walls of Jerusalem as persecution begins for the early church. The blessing of grace to come upon people that the Jews hated, was a transformational part of history. And one that shows the nature of the grace.

Acts 6-7 Looking through the recorded life of Stephen, we are able to see how he defends his faith in the face of false claims, how he brings glory to God, and is not afraid to stand up and call others to repentance. With the Word of God as our standard, we need to not fear when accusations come our way, but stand firm of the truth of the word.

Acts 5:12-42 Understanding that if God is in it, it will not fail. Many times we go about our life to our own beat, and we do not seek the Lord and where he wants us to be. Seek the Lord and His ways and your paths will be made straight. 

Acts 4:32-5:11  Contrasting Barnabas to Ananias and Sapphira allows us to see the heart motives of generosity and how people treat the holiness of God. Too often we get comfortable in our sin, doctrines and church life, to truly allow the gospel to change us in the way that only the Spirit of God can. 

Acts 4:1-31 Continuing from last week, we follow Peter and John and their defense for Christ, the authority and name by which this man is healed. The church faces its first oppression, and spend time in prayer for the more to come. 

Acts 3 Looking at the gift of healing and the miraculous nature of the Spirit working in the early church to proclaim Jesus as Christ is a wonderful theme through the book of Acts. Healing and miracles can make us uncomfortable, which is need to challenge our lukewarmness. 

Acts 2:42-47 Looking at the internal practices of the early church can allow us to see the will of God for his body to move in the communities they are in. Devoting themselves to his purposes and vision. 

Acts 2:1-41 The promised gift from Jesus came to the disciples and the gospel was shared to add 3000 to their number. God was glorified! 

Acts 1:12-26 We study the selection of the next Apostle and God's sovereign will continuing to guide the believers as they are dedicated to the word and devoted to prayer. 

Acts 1:1-11 Introducing our new study through the book of Acts. We look at the background and outline of the book as given in 1:8 and the charge that is given to the church to be his witnesses as we await his return.