About this episode

Pastor Luke Taylor discusses the importance of boldly proclaiming the name of Jesus despite societal pressures and persecution, drawing from Acts 5:17–32.

What happens when the world tells you to stay silent about Jesus? In this powerful message, Luke Taylor unpacks Acts 5:17–32, exploring the bold obedience of the apostles who refused to stop preaching the name of Jesus—even under threat, arrest, and persecution. As the early church grows through signs, wonders, and miracles, opposition rises—but so does unwavering faith. This sermon challenges us with a crucial question: 👉 Are we still speaking the name of Jesus when it costs us something? Discover the difference between true obedience and performance, and why the message of Jesus—not just “church” or “community”—is what transforms lives. This teaching will encourage you to stand firm in your faith, speak truth with clarity, and live as a faithful witness in your everyday life. 📖 Key Topics Covered: - Acts 5 explained (Apostles arrested & miraculous prison escape) - Obeying God rather than man - The power and exclusivity of the name of Jesus - Why the gospel still causes resistance today - Faith vs fear: speaking Jesus in everyday life - Avoiding silence and performance in your witness - What it means to carry the true message of the gospel

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