Pastor Bart Blair teaches that Pentecost represents far more than just speaking in tongues—it's essentially the "Christmas of the Holy Spirit," Marking when God's presence moved from buildings to people. In Acts 2:1-13, the Holy Spirit arrived with the sound of rushing wind and tongues of fire resting on believers, enabling them to speak in languages they never learned. This miraculous event occurred during the Jewish festival commemorating Moses receiving the law, but now God was writing His law on hearts through His Spirit.

The detailed list of nations present shows how God brought the world to Jerusalem, allowing the disciples to begin fulfilling Jesus' commission without leaving the city. Pastor Blair emphasizes three key takeaways: believers are now God's temple rather than buildings, God's mission begins right where we are, and God values our availability over our qualifications. Just as God used ordinary fishermen to change the world, He continues to use imperfect, dependent people today.

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In this sermon, Pastor David Watson delves into Acts 1:12-26, exploring the rhythms that propelled the early church forward between Jesus' ascension and Pentecost. He identifies four crucial rhythms:
1. Leaders are bold: Peter stood up among the 120 believers, demonstrating confidence rooted in Scripture.
2. Prayer is central: The disciples were "continually united in prayer" (Acts 1:14), making it a driving force rather than a last resort.
3. Training is intentional: The disciples sought a replacement for Judas who had been with Jesus from the beginning, emphasizing the importance of discipleship.
4. Sending is natural: The church was designed to be sent out, living a "missionari" lifestyle to build upon the apostles' foundation.
Pastor Watson encourages the congregation to examine their own lives, asking if there are rhythms that aren't Kingdom rhythms. He concludes by referencing Romans 12:1, urging believers to present themselves as living sacrifices and commit or recommit their lives to Jesus.

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In this sermon, Pastor David Watson delves into Acts 1 to uncover God's blueprint for the church. He emphasizes three key promises in the design: Jesus will build His church, use believers as witnesses, and provide the power of the Holy Spirit. The pastor draws parallels between constructing a house and building the church, stating, "If we don't understand the design, we won't understand the work."
Watson highlights Jesus' words in Matthew 16, where He declares, "On this rock I will build my church" (Matt. 16:18). The sermon emphasizes that the church is designed to be a "battleship, not a cruise ship," pushing back darkness and expanding God's kingdom. The pastor reminds listeners that as believers, being witnesses is not just something we do, but who we are. He concludes by challenging the congregation to respond to the message of Jesus and live on mission, regardless of personality type or past experiences.

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