Wilmington Reformed

This episode reads Acts 4:1–31 and explores how Peter and the early church respond to arrest and opposition by boldly proclaiming Jesus, praying the Scriptures, and trusting God’s sovereignty. Key themes include the apostolic church, the means of grace (word, sacrament, prayer), the use of Old Testament texts like Psalm 2, and the assurance that nothing can separate believers from Christ’s love.

In this sermon on Acts 4:1-22, the preacher examines Peter and John\'s courageous proclamation of Jesus' resurrection before the Sanhedrin. He emphasizes the centrality of preaching, the authority of Christ, and the call for listeners to prepare, receive, and live by the Word. Through Peter's boldness, the sermon highlights repentance, faith, and the continuing work of Jesus in the church.

Acts 4 (verses 1–12) recounts Peter’s bold defense before the Jewish leaders after healing a crippled man. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter declares that the miracle occurred by Jesus Christ—whom they crucified and whom God raised—calling Jesus the rejected stone now become the cornerstone and insisting there is no other name for salvation. The sermon connects Old Testament prophecy, the resurre...

Acts 3 recounts the miracle of a man lame from birth healed at the Beautiful Gate and Peter’s powerful sermon that ties the miracle to Jesus’ death and resurrection. Peter confronts sin, declares Christ the promised prophet and Savior, and explains that faith in Jesus brings healing, forgiveness, and access to God. He ends with a call to repent and receive the times of refreshing brought by the ri...

In this episode we read and reflect on Acts chapter 3, where Peter and John heal a man crippled from birth at the temple's Beautiful Gate. The miracle points beyond physical healing to the forgiveness of sins and the church's role as the continuing work of Christ, inviting outcasts into God's presence. The speaker highlights the structure and mission of Acts, the significance of the timing and loc...

This episode reads Acts 2:36–end and explores the birth of the early church at Pentecost, highlighting Peter's message, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, and the conversion of about 3,000 people. It examines the newborn church's life—doctrine, fellowship, the Lord's Supper, prayer, voluntary sharing, and worship—and reflects on how Spirit-filled community transformed the world.

This sermon on Acts 2:29–47 closes Peter's Pentecost message, highlighting Christ's resurrection, the coming of the Holy Spirit, and the immediate conversion of about 3,000 people. The preacher stresses that salvation gathers believers into a community marked by apostolic teaching, mutual fellowship, the Lord's Supper (breaking of bread), and corporate prayer — the simple means by which the church...

This sermon walks through Acts 2 (especially verse 38), explaining Peter’s call to repent and be baptized to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. It emphasizes that the Spirit brings Christ to the church (not merely emotional experiences or miraculous signs), establishes the church corporately, and turns believers from self toward Christ and others.

This episode examines Peter's closing sermon from Acts 2, focusing on the call to repent and be baptized, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, and the conversion of about 3,000 people. It explores biblical context, sacramental meaning, and the New Testament pattern of household inclusion. The speaker explains why baptism is a covenant sign (often by sprinkling or pouring), addresses controversies ab...

On Pentecost Peter explains how Jesus of Nazareth—attested by God, crucified by men, and raised by God—fulfills Old Testament promises from the Psalms and the Davidic covenant. He proclaims Jesus as Lord and Christ, offers the gift of the Holy Spirit, and calls the crowd to repent and be baptized. The sermon clarifies that true repentance is more than sorrow: it is confession, a change of directio...

This sermon examines Acts 2:14–23 with a focus on verse 23, emphasizing God’s definite plan and foreknowledge alongside human responsibility. It explains how divine sovereignty and predestination coexist with moral accountability and calls listeners to repent and believe. Practical and pastoral, the message shows how God’s purposes turn human evil into the power of the resurrection, offering comfo...

This week guest Pastor Sean Powers unpacks 1 Corinthians 15:21–28, showing the origin, order, and object of Christ’s victory over death: Christ’s resurrection as the first fruits, the future resurrection of those who belong to him, and the final destruction of death when the kingdom is handed to the Father. The episode calls believers to faith amid present suffering, reminding li...

This episode walks through Acts 2:1–21, describing the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the miraculous speaking in tongues, and Peter’s explanation using Joel’s prophecy. It explains the apocalyptic language as divine judgment on Israel that opens the way for salvation to all who call on the name of the Lord, and issues a clear call to repentance and faith.

In this episode, we delve into the profound events of Acts chapter 2, exploring the pouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. Witness the awe-inspiring scene as the apostles, filled with the Spirit, speak in diverse tongues, captivating devout men from every nation. The episode explains the significance of prophecy in the biblical context, highlighting that the true role of prophets was...

In this episode, delve into the profound events of Pentecost as described in Acts Chapter 2. We explore the significance of the Holy Spirit's arrival, marked by tongues of fire and the miraculous speaking in tongues, fostering unity among diverse nations. With a focus on Peter's sermon, the episode unravels the concept of "the last days" as not merely an apocalyptic end but a period of transformat...

This episode delves into Acts chapter 2, exploring the profound moment of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit descended, granting the apostles the miraculous ability to speak in various languages. As we examine this event, we uncover its significance as a reversal of Babel, where language first divided humanity. This pivotal scene in biblical history marks the beginning of the Great Commission, uniting...

Explore the profound significance of Pentecost as described in Acts chapter 2, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles like a mighty rushing wind, and tongues of fire filled the room. This episode delves into the rich tapestry of redemptive themes converging at Pentecost, linking it to ancient prophetic traditions and Jesus' ministry. The event symbolizes the continuation of Jesus' work...

This episode explores the selection of the apostles as the new tribal heads of the Church of Jesus Christ, drawing parallels with the twelve tribes of Israel. As we delve into Acts chapter 1, the significance of our identity in Christ is emphasized, transcending race, ethnicity, and national boundaries. The discussion challenges the tribalism prevalent in modern culture and highlights the Church a...

This episode continues the study of the Book of Acts, focusing on Acts 1:1-11. As we delve into the doctrine of the Ascension, we explore its profound significance for the church and individual believers. The sermon emphasizes the centrality of the church in the work of Jesus Christ and the continuity between the Gospel of Luke and Acts. The Ascension is not merely a historical event but a radical...

Join us on a journey through Acts Chapter 1, where the continuation of Jesus's work unfolds through the power of the Holy Spirit. As the apostles await the promise of the Father, they're charged to remain steadfast in Jerusalem for a transformative baptism unlike any other. This episode delves into the connection between Luke's Gospel and Acts, highlighting the central role of the church in fulfil...