Sermon by Tony Hobbs – 19th February 2012 Obeying Jesus’ command to witness had led to church growth. Growth had been smooth (ch 1-3) but opposition had recently begun (ch 4). Christians’ response to persecution same as when things were … Continue reading →

Sermon by Tony Hobbs – 12th February 2012 Key questions from this passage facing each of us 1. Who are we more like: the Sadducees or the Disciples? 2. Do we want to be safe or do we want to … Continue reading →

Sermon by Tony Hobbs – 5th February 2012 A man’s life changed Lame from birth (v2). Life with a fixed routine (v2). Life could be better, could be worse? Gets more than he asked for – but open to receiving … Continue reading →

Sermon by Tony Hobbs – 29th January 2012 We will return to the earlier verses of chapter 2 on Pentecost Sunday Acts 2:42-47: Characteristics of the early church v42: Devoted themselves to apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread and prayer. … Continue reading →

Sermon by Tony Hobbs – 22nd January 2012 The church’s first actions Key Theme: Learning to be followers of Jesus without Jesus being physically present. Obedient to what Jesus had said: both big and small (v12, in line with v4). … Continue reading →