In Acts 12 we step into the first conflict of the early church. What does it take to become part of this community? Even when talking about difficult matters, the early church focused on how they see God at work, and how to encourage the church and believers.
In a world of likes, clicks and shares, Jesus warns against practicing faith for attention or applause. Instead, He invites us into a sincere and deeply personal relationship with God through generosity, prayer, and fasting. We will reflect on our motivation when it comes to spiritual habits and practices.
Jesus challenges the instinct to get even and instead calls His followers to radical love, forgiveness, and reconciliation. In God’s kingdom, strength is shown not through revenge but through grace toward others — even enemies.
In a culture where words are often careless or manipulative, Jesus calls His people to honesty and integrity. Our words should reflect hearts shaped by truth and trustworthiness. We’ll consider how simple faithfulness in what we say can become a powerful witness to the kingdom of God and surprise those around us.