Sermons from February 2026
Jesus Does Rule
Acts 21:1-14 — Although Luke only wrote two of the New Testament’s books (Luke and Acts), his pair occupies as much space as Paul’s thirteen letters. A good reason motivates the volume of Luke’s writing – he wrote to affirm Theophilus’ conviction about the Good News concerning Jesus (Luke 1:1-4). That purpose means Luke’s writings offer insight into the meaning and application of the gospel, the Good News about Jesus’ kingdom and rule. Despite beginning his writings by announcing his…
The Good News about Jesus is Radically Inclusive
In Acts 13–20, Luke shows us that the Good News of Jesus is not confined to one people, place, or culture. As Paul and his companions carry the gospel from synagogues into Gentile cities, homes, and public squares, the message of Jesus’ reign brings both joy and opposition. Outsiders rejoice, insiders resist, and the church is forced to wrestle with what it truly means to belong. From rejection and persecution to unity and transformation, Luke reveals a gospel that crosses…
Good News of Great Joy: Jesus Rules Through Faithful People
Acts 1:1-8 — Although Luke only wrote two of the New Testament’s books (Luke and Acts), his pair occupies as much space as Paul’s thirteen letters. A good reason motivates the volume of Luke’s writing – he wrote to affirm Theophilus’ conviction about the Good News concerning Jesus (Luke 1:1-4). That purpose means Luke’s writings offer insight into the meaning and application of the gospel (“gospel” and “good news” translate the same Greek word euangelion). We have been moving through…