“Ephesians: The Blood Makes the Difference”
Crossgate Church Podcasts
We continue our teaching series based on Ephesians, truly one of the greatest “books” in the New Testament. Lot’s can be said about this book—and we WILL say a lot in this study—but the key theme throughout the letter is “the power of God’s grace.” In fact, the word “grace”—pound for pound—appears more in the letter to the Ephesians than any other book in the Bible. And the word “power” appears as much in Ephesians as it does anywhere else in the Bible. So we invite you to join us on this journey of learning more about God's grace and how to live in the power of His...
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"Ephesians: The Power of God’s Grace"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Today, we’re kicking off the study of another frame-worthy letter in the Bible, truly one of the greatest “books” in the New Testament, the letter to the Ephesians. Lot’s can be said about this book—and we WILL say a lot in this study—but the key theme throughout the letter is “the power of God’s grace.” In fact, the word “grace”—pound for pound—appears more in the letter to the Ephesians than any other book in the Bible. And the word “power” appears as much in Ephesians as it does anywhere else in the Bible. So we invite you to join us on this journey of learning...
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Easter Sunday Service (2024)
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us for a special service which contained a clear presentation of the gospel of Jesus Christ from Pastor Phil, and several testimonies of new believers publicly proclaiming their faith through their obedience in being baptized.
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"What Does The Bible Say About That?" | Q&A Service
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we conclude our teaching series, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” We closed out our series with a Q&A service where our members submitted questions abour the series and then voted on which questions they would like to see answered. Over fifty questions were submitted and Pastor Phil answered the most popular questions during our Sunday service. If you would like to hear Phil address these questions in more detail, we invite you to listen to our audio podcast, "More and Better Disciples". You can subscribe, listen, or download those audio podcasts .
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"What Does the Bible Say About Women in the Church?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Women in the Church?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say...
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"What Does The Bible Say About Anger?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Anger?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say About That?"
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"What Does The Bible Say About Politics?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Politics?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say About That?"
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"What Does the Bible Say About Money?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Money?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say About That?"
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"What Does The Bible Say About Alcohol?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Alcohol?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say About That?"
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"What Does the Bible Say About Sex & Dating?"
Crossgate Church Podcasts
Join us as we continue our teaching series simply entitled, “What Does the Bible Say About That?” Today's topic is: "What Does the Bible Say About Sex & Dating?" Over the next few weeks we’re going to ask that question about some of the hottest topics of our day. For instance, what does the Bible say about gambling, sex & dating, drugs & alcohol, and much more. Then we’ll wrap it up on March 24 with a live Q&A on anything you want to ask about any topic we’ve covered. You don't want to miss a single episode of our new series, "What Does the Bible Say About...
info_outlineActs 5:12-42
“Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason (for I do not trust either in the pope or in councils alone, since it is well known that they have often erred and contradicted themselves), I am bound by the Scriptures I have quoted and my conscience is captive to the Word of God. I cannot and will not recant anything, since it is neither safe nor right to go against conscience. Here I stand; I can do no other, so help me God. Amen.” - Martin Luther
Knowing this movement is unstoppable... 1. Gives us confidence to trust in the sovereignty of God.
“The people also gathered from the towns around Jerusalem...” - Acts 5:16
“God disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in Jesus.” - Colossians 2:15
“... if this plan or this undertaking is of man, it will fail; but if it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You might even be found opposing God!” - Acts 5:38-39
“...I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” - Matthew 16:17
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains — where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” - Psalm 121:1-2
“Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.” - Psalm 20:7
Knowing this movement is unstoppable... 2. Gives us courage to suffer for the glory of God.
“His speech persuaded them. They called the apostles in and had them flogged. Then they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go. The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name.” - Acts 5:40-41
“Courage is not the absence of fear but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear.” - Franklin D. Roosevelt
Knowing this movement is unstoppable... 3. Gives us cause to set our eyes on the Son of God.
“We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey him.” - Acts 5:32
“Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” - Acts 4:12
“For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of theLord
as the waters cover the sea.” - Habakkuk 2:14
“You need not fear, even though mountains fall into the sea . . . God doesn’t have problems, only plans. There is never any panic in heaven. God is faithful, his plans do not fail.” - Corrie ten Boom