Mission City Church w/ Pastor Josh Hershey

ANSWER THE CALL

The Creator of all things has trusted you and me with extraordinarily important assignments! And our most important assignment from heaven is to be a witness for Jesus to those around us! As we've been going through Acts we've seen that Philip and Saul both took their calling to be a 'witness' for Christ very seriously. Mark Gershick, the pastor of our men’s ministry, will be breaking down these stories even more as he encourages us to apply evangelistic principles to our own lives. For nothing is more important than leading others to our Magnificent Savior. Join us as we worship!

ACTS (PART 17) ’ENCOUNTERING THE RISEN CHRIST’

In Acts 9 we encounter a man named Saul for a second time. Saul was a young rising star in the Pharisaical movement. A man who played a pivotal role in the stoning of Stephen (Acts 7:58). Well, in Acts 9 we are told that Saul was still “breathing out threat and murder” against the church. But Jesus had a different plan for Saul. He had a “suddenly” moment prepared for him! And through this encounter with the grace of God in Christ Jesus Saul would never be the same! He would become the great apostle Paul—a mighty ambassador of Christ to the nations! Join us as we worship our wonderful Savior and marvel at the glories of His magnificent grace!

ACTS (PART 16) — ’PHILIP THE EVANGELIST & THE ETHIOPIAN EUNUCH’

In Acts 8 God specifically directs Philip away from his great evangelistic successes in the cities and villages of Samaria. God wanted Philip to spend time with one specific individual. A man who was several about 90 miles south in Gaza! The salvation of that one man, a powerful Ethiopian official, was just as important as the multitudes in Samaria! Philip’s divine appointment with this Ethiopian is a great example of how the Spirit leads and how we can engage others with the truth of who Jesus is. It is also a story packed with supernatural events like the guidance of an angel and miraculous teleportation. Join us as we worship!

ACTS (PART 15) — ‘PHILIP, PETER, AND SIMON THE SORCERER’

In Acts 8 we encounter stories from the ministry of Philip the Evangelist. The first story documents Philip's initial evangelism in Samaria and Peter's confrontation with a powerful sorcerer named Simon. The devil is always lingering in the background when new territory is being taken for Christ's kingdom. But, we need not fear! Christ has already been victorious at the cross and in His resurrection! Join us as we worship, learn to live from Christ's victory, and take the sort of stance Philip, Peter, and John did when confronted by those who were immersed in occult power.

ACTS (PART 14) — THE TESTIMONY OF STEPHEN

In Acts 7 Stephen stands before the Sanhedrin and delivers the longest speech in the entire book. He shows how Jesus was rejected by His own people just like Joseph, Moses, and the prophets. He refutes the testimony of the false witnesses by showing how he has great respect for the law of Moses—even calling the law “living oracles.” What lessons can we learn from this man who was “full of faith” and who fearlessly testified before the greatest leaders of his day? Join us we find out and worship Christ together! 

ACTS (PART 13) — THE EXAMPLE OF STEPHEN

Join us as we worship! In Acts 6 we are shown how the early church used wisdom in how to handle a dispute that arose from within. God will always help us creatively solve issues that arise as we rely on Him! He will raise up the right people, in the right places, so His church prospers! The key is simply being vocal, being available, and having a servants heart. Ultimately, we can all be like Stephen—a man who is said to have been full of the Spirit, Wisdom, Faith, Power and Grace. A man who was a great blessing to the early church by his 'humble table waiting service' which eventually turned into powerful 'public ministry' as well.

ACTS (PART 12) — THE UNSTOPPABLE RISEN LORD

After God worked many mighty miracles through the hands of the apostles, they were arrested and brought before the Jewish High Court. What happened? Well, God's angels protected them! And God even raised up a prominent council member to argue on their behalf. He told his fellow council members who wanted to kill the apostles, "If it is of God, you cannot overthrow it—lest you even be found to fight against God" (Acts 5:39). Christ is ultimately victorious! He cannot be stopped! Join us as we worship our Risen King.

ACTS (PART 11) — MANY MIGHTY MIRACLES

The Early Church pulsated with the life of God! The “living and powerful” Word and Spirit among them was transforming them into “living and powerful” disciples (Acts 1:8; Heb 4:12). One way God’s presence manifested in their midst was through remarkable signs, wonders, and miracles (Acts 5:12-16). In fact, multitudes of sick people flocked to Jerusalem with simply the hope of being able to touch Peter’s shadow! Join us we worship the LORD and dive into this fascinating passage concerning the early ministry of the apostles at Solomon’s Porch in Jerusalem.

ACTS (PART 10) — SONS OF ENCOURAGEMENT VS. CHILDREN OF DECEPTION

Join us as we worship and continue our journey through the book of Acts. The same God who was at work in the lives of the first disciples is the God at work in our lives! Acts 4 and 5 contrasts the story of Barnabas with the story of Ananias and Sapphira. Three disciples who sold property and gave a monetary gift to the church. Barnabas did it out of purity of heart and was a great encouragement to the early church whereas Ananias and Sapphira did it out of deception with an intention of gaining 'clout' in the community. But God would not be mocked. Join us as learn to be 'Barnabases' who stay far away from the self-exalting and self-serving desires of an Ananias and Sapphira.

Activate your D.A.S.H.

Guest speaker Mark Gershick, teaching how our Natural Lifespan is changed instantaneously at the Cross. Hear why we are invited to share eternity with our inner circle and our loved ones.