In what seems to be a distraction from their journey to Rome, Paul and the crew must spend the winter on the island of Malta. Although this detour was unwelcome initially, God used it mightily for His purposes as Paul embraced it.

Preached by Jared Kress on May 4th, 2025.
Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts."
Primary Text: Acts 28:1-10.

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Pastor Jared plays a clip from Carey Niewhof and reacts to his take on the purpose of church worship services.

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Paul’s journey to Rome begins with a thrilling story involving storms at sea and a shipwreck. This narrative illustrates how confident Christian leadership must manifest in the darkest times.

Preached by Jared Kress on April 27th, 2025.
Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts."
Primary Text: Acts 27.

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Paul stands trial for his faith one final time before King Agrippa II. Like many of us, Agrippa must grapple with the claim of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and what to do with the conviction that Christ is risen.

Preached by Jared Kress on April 20th, 2025.
Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts."
Primary Text: Acts 26.

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Preached by Matt Akers on April 18th, 2025.
Series: Good Friday 2025.
Primary Text: Numbers 24:12-19.

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Festus assumes the new role of Roman governor and quickly seeks to address Paul’s case. While Festus demonstrates a direct approach, his main contribution to the narrative is honoring Paul’s appeal to Caesar.

Preached by Jared Kress on April 13th, 2025.
Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts."
Primary Text: Acts 25.

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Paul is brought before Felix, the Roman governor of Judea in Caesarea, who exemplifies a classic fence-sitter. While Felix displays curiosity about the gospel, he ultimately refrains from committing.
Preached by Jared Kress on April 6th, 2025.
Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts."
Primary Text: Acts 24.

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In a dire situation facing death, the Apostle Paul is willing to apply principles of prudence and shrewdness for the Kingdom while also trusting God's providence.
Preached by Jared Kress on March 30th, 2025.
Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts
Primary Text: Acts 22:22-23:23.

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