"Mark of a Christian" // Acts // Josh Gatewood

"Mark of a Christian" // Acts // Josh Gatewood

From Redeemer Midland by Redeemer Midland

May 24, 2026 · 40 min · Episode 479

About this episode

Pastor Josh Gatewood discusses the marks of the early church and encourages believers to deepen their faith during summer challenges.

In this powerful message from Redeemer Church, Pastor Josh Gatewood unpacks the end of Paul’s first missionary journey in Acts 14:19-28. He highlights four marks of the early church—constant opposition, gospel preaching, pastoral leadership, and deep discipleship—while challenging believers to pursue a thriving summer walk with Jesus rather than merely surviving it. Through themes of supernatural change, uncomfortable sacrifice, and frequent encouragement, this sermon equips you to deepen your faith, stay rooted in community, and keep your eyes fixed on Christ even amid summer disruptions and trials. Website: redeemermidland.org Instagram: instagram.com/redeemermidland Facebook: facebook.com/RedeemerMidland At Redeemer, we seek to be a Gospel-Centered, Missional Family. We sing songs to worship our Lord, we preach the Word of God from the Bible, and we love one another. We would love to see you on a Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 am at 3601 N. Lamesa Rd in Midland, Texas.

People in this episode

Host: Josh Gatewood

Topics covered

  • early church
  • gospel preaching
  • pastoral leadership
  • deep discipleship
  • faith
  • community
  • summer walk with Jesus

Keywords

  • Christianity
  • Acts 14:19-28
  • opposition
  • supernatural change
  • sacrifice
  • encouragement
  • discipleship
  • faith
  • community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Redeemer Church

Books & works: Acts

Places: Midland, Texas

More episodes of Redeemer Midland

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Redeemer Midland podcast page.