And the Work Goes On
Pastor Hamilton
As one of the men the church had appointed to service (6:5) passes off the scene, another steps in to take his place and the work goes on. The plan (1:8) was still in effect.
Portrait of a Martyr, part 3
Pastor Hamilton
Stephen’s death did not mean he failed in his mission, but that God was about to use another servant to further gospel work.
The Shepherd
Roger Bixler
He is the Good Shepherd: the redemption of salvation was purchased by his blood (John 10:11, 14). This speaks of God’s grace. He is the Great Shepherd: his resurrection power makes our service to God acceptable (Heb 13:20–21). This speaks of God’s guidance. He is the Chief Shepherd: the reward for faithful service (1 Pet […]
50th Anniversary – Thanking God for His Strengthening Grace
Scripture Reading and Invocation Ephesians 1 Congregational Hymn Come, Christians, Join to Sing (90) Testimonies from Church Members Leland & Anjel Hunter, Sara Hammond Congregational Hymn To God Be the Glory (52) Message from the Ohio Bible Fellowship Pastor Dan Greenfield, President Choir Anthem How Great Thou Art (801) Testimonies from Church Members Patty Hartman, […]
Portrait of a Martyr, part 1
Pastor Hamilton
Great men are not those who receive honor by dignitaries or who accomplish historical feats in life. Truly great people are humble servants who do not count their lives dear unto themselves.
Eliminating Distractions
Pastor Hamilton
A church moves forward as each member sees their opportunity to serve Christ and does so with a humble faithfulness. Taking care of the widows was not unimportant, but it could be used by the enemy to pull the apostles away from what they were told to do— “be my witnesses in all Judea and […]
Answered Prayer
Pastor Hamilton
After the first sign of persecution, the believers met to pray as one to the one true Ruler (4:24). The thing they prayed for was not God’s vengeance, but for the opportunity to “continue to speak.” God delivers and protects not so that we can go silent, but so that we can proclaim widely (5:30–32).
Christ’s Plan for Changing the World
Mark Vowels
When asked about his kingdom, Jesus responded by promising his disciples that power would come with his Spirit and that they would become witnesses.
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