06.28.2026 | The All Came Back | Week 7

06.28.2026 | The All Came Back | Week 7

June 30, 2026 · 37 min

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This sermon explores Simon the Zealot's transformation and the personal battles he faced in following Jesus.

Summary This sermon focuses on Simon the Zealot, one of the twelve apostles, exploring what his life teaches us about fighting through personal, political, and spiritual battles to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. The pastor draws from Acts 1:12-14 to show how Simon, a man trained in militant opposition to Roman rule and likely capable of great violence, made a radical decision to follow a rabbi who never raised a sword. His transformation is presented as a miracle of grace, demonstrating that God can reach even the most hardened and hate-filled hearts. The sermon outlines four key fights that Simon engaged in: fighting against his own political and spiritual biases, fighting against self-destructive tendencies, fighting against personal compromise, and fighting against any casual approach to following Jesus. The pastor uses Simon's story to challenge the congregation to stop being casual Christians, to tear down walls between people, and to press into the power of the Holy Spirit with the same fervor and commitment that Simon ultimately demonstrated, even unto death. Key Verses - Acts 1:12-14 - John 20:21 Life Application This week, identify one personal war you are fighting inside…

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