About this episode

Johannes discusses how the gospel of Jesus remains unstoppable despite internal and external challenges faced by the church.

In Acts 6 and 7, Johannes shows how the gospel of Jesus is unstoppable despite threats from within and outside the church. Internal division over neglected widows was met with wise, Spirit-led leadership that restored unity and allowed the church to grow. External persecution against Stephen led not to silence, but to the spread of the gospel as believers were scattered. This sermon reminds us that conflict, suffering, and opposition cannot stop God’s mission. Christ’s church is called to unity, courage, and faithful witness today.

People in this episode

Host: Johannes

Topics covered

• gospel
• unity
• persecution
• leadership
• church growth
• mission

Keywords

• gospel
• unity
• persecution
• church growth
• Acts
• leadership
• mission

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Christ’s church, One Hope Church

Books & works: Acts 6 and 7

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