David talks us through some summaries of the overall message of the bible so we can interpret individual passages in the light of the big picture.
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David and Jonathan discuss the nature and purpose of the gifts listed in Ephesians 4:11 (Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers). David addresses the question, “Are all God’s people ministers?”
With some thoughts that might challenge church leaders today, Dr David Petts chats about the need for churches to involve everybody and build one another up. www.davidpetts.org www.brixham.church/listen
We hear of miracles happening in certain circumstances and not in others. Ultimately God is sovereign and will do what he will. However, there are four circumstances in which miracles are more likely to occur. Listen and be inspired to take action! www.davidpetts.org
The Holy Spirit is a divine person, part of the Trinity, and the inspirer of scripture. See how the book of Acts bears this out ready for the next episode where we begin to see his power at work.
The Holy Spirit not only demonstrates God’s power but he gives God’s people direction. Hear how the first Christians benefited from these demonstrations and directions and be inspired to do the same!
The outside world’s attitude to the first Church seemed to oscillate between persecution and peace. In both cases, the Church’s response to the world was uncompromisingly evangelistic. Can we say the same?