Past Sermons

As you read the book of Acts, you witness a church that was constantly growing and expanding. The early church was a church on the move, advancing the kingdom of God throughout the world. Each advancement in Acts serves as a picture of what happens when ordinary people, empowered by the Holy Spirit, move toward God’s call in their everyday lives. It's a narrative of individuals who, despite uncertainties, responded to God's call with generosity and action.

Celebrating all that God has done for 40 years.

At the end, the apostle Paul was short and to the point: "Finally, brothers, goodbye. Aim for perfection, listen to my appeal, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you."

The first few weeks of January can lay a foundation for the spiritual discipline of prayer for the entire year. Our new study series, "Handle With Prayer," encourages us to make prayer a daily practice in our lives in 2025. A new year can offer challenges, unplanned detours, and difficult decisions. But we don't have to face them alone! Perhaps the most effective warning label for this new year should read: Handle with prayer.

What does our faith give us? Victory! The Greek word for victory in this verse is nike. It is properly pronounced 'nee-kay', but in our sports-obsessed culture, the only acceptable translation is NIKE. Our faith is NIKE! It is victory for us! I don't know about NIKE shoes or clothing, but there is one thing I do know that will help us in life, and that is the victory gear that is our faith in Jesus Christ.

Southeast Christian Church from Louisville, KY led the service at FCC.