https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/podcasts/191752/ Verse-by-Verse teaching through the book of Acts. www.georgecountybaptistchurch.com Religion & Spirituality George County Baptist Church http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/images/series/1440/1440/191752.1740760927.jpg https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/podcasts/191752/ en Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:42:12 +0000 30 Thomas Irvin no Thomas Irvin plenteousredemption@gmail.com Verse-by-Verse teaching through the book of Acts. www.georgecountybaptistchurch.com https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/4126121764376 Acts 6 presents a pivotal moment in the early church's development, where internal friction over the distribution of daily provisions threatened to derail the apostles' primary mission of preaching the Word of God. The apostles respond not by abandoning their spiritual calling or dismissing the needs of the congregation, but by establishing a clear priority: the Word of God must remain central, even as practical responsibilities are delegated to qualified men of integrity, faith, and wisdom. This act of biblical administration—selecting and appointing leaders through prayer and spiritual discernment—restores order, protects the church's spiritual foundation, and unleashes exponential growth, as the Word of God increases alongside the number of disciples. The story of Stephen, elevated from serving tables to becoming the first martyr, illustrates that faithful service in humble tasks, marked by the Holy Spirit and integrity, prepares a person for extraordinary divine empowerment. Ultimately, the chapter calls the church to uphold high standards in leadership, to honor the priority of Scripture, and to recognize that every role in the body of Christ, no matter how seemingly mundane, is sacred and Spirit-empowered. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/4126121764376 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:39:57 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/325261116304552 Acts 5 presents a powerful portrait of the Church's spiritual integrity and divine authority, exposing the deadly consequences of hypocrisy and deception before God. The sudden deaths of Ananias and Sapphira underscore that the Holy Spirit demands truth and purity, not performative piety, and that God sees the heart's hidden intentions. This divine discipline, though shocking, preserves the Church's moral and spiritual foundation, instilling a reverent fear that purges insincerity and protects the body from corruption. In contrast, the apostles' unwavering obedience to God over human authority—despite imprisonment, beatings, and threats—reveals the true nature of Christian witness: joy in suffering and boldness in proclaiming Christ. The chapter culminates in the enduring resolve of the early Church to preach the gospel daily, both publicly and in homes, demonstrating that authentic faith is marked not by comfort but by courage, sacrifice, and unshakable loyalty to God's higher law. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/325261116304552 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:38:35 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/31926151930772 The sermon draws a powerful contrast between the comfortable, often complacent Christianity of modern America and the bold, Spirit-empowered faith of the early church as depicted in Acts 4. Centered on the apostles' arrest and fearless proclamation of Jesus' resurrection before the religious authorities, the message highlights how persecution did not silence the gospel but instead fueled its expansion, as seen in the miraculous healing of a lame man and the resulting conversion of thousands. The preacher emphasizes that true Christian boldness is not rooted in human wisdom or rhetorical skill, but in being filled with the Holy Spirit, which transforms ordinary men into fearless witnesses whose lives reflect the transformative power of Christ. This spiritual courage is matched by a radical communal life of shared resources and sacrificial love, demonstrating that authentic faith produces both external boldness and internal unity. Ultimately, the chapter calls believers to embrace obedient disobedience—refusing to compromise the gospel even under threat—while anchoring their hope in God's sovereign plan, trusting that His purposes will prevail despite earthly opposition. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/31926151930772 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:45:23 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/39261055552311 The sermon centers on Acts 3, highlighting the transformative power of Christ's name through Peter's healing of a lifelong lame man at the Beautiful Gate, a symbol of religious beauty devoid of spiritual life. It contrasts the man's physical helplessness with the spiritual bankruptcy of a temple system that, despite its wealth and ritual, could not deliver true healing. Peter's response—refusing to offer money but declaring, 'In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk'—demonstrates that the church's authority lies not in material resources but in divine power, directly challenging modern prosperity gospel distortions. As the crowd marvels, Peter redirects all glory to Jesus, confronting Israel's guilt in rejecting and crucifying the Prince of Life, while calling for repentance and national restoration through faith in Christ's resurrection and future return. The passage concludes with a pastoral call to authentic ministry: not for fame or wealth, but for faithful, courageous proclamation of truth that leads people from religious routine into the life-giving power of Christ alone. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/39261055552311 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:25:20 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/2252612514343 Acts 2 marks the dramatic fulfillment of Christ's promise, as the Holy Spirit descends on the Day of Pentecost, transforming the disciples from a huddled group into a bold, unified witness to the resurrection of Jesus. Through supernatural signs—audible wind, visible tongues of fire, and the miraculous ability to speak in known languages—the Spirit empowers the apostles to proclaim the gospel in a way that dismantles the barrier of Babel, gathering people from every nation in grace rather than judgment. Peter's sermon, rooted in Old Testament prophecy, confronts the crowd with the truth of Jesus' death, resurrection, and exaltation, calling them to repentance and faith, which results in 3,000 souls being added to the church. The new community is defined by devotion to apostolic teaching, shared fellowship, communal worship, and prayer, manifesting in radical generosity and unity, not forced collectivism, but the voluntary outflow of hearts transformed by the Spirit. This chapter establishes the church as both a spiritual body and a living, growing community, empowered by the Spirit to be a witness to the world, with the promise of salvation extending to all who call on the Lord. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/2252612514343 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:41:21 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/216261537145482 The sermon centers on the transition from Jesus' earthly ministry to the spiritual mission of the Church through the Holy Spirit, as depicted in Acts 1. It emphasizes that the resurrection and 40-day appearances of Christ were not mere hallucinations but infallible proofs establishing the foundation of faith, with the primary focus shifting from the physical Kingdom of Heaven to the spiritual Kingdom of God. The disciples are commanded to wait in Jerusalem for the promised Holy Spirit, whose coming empowers them not for spectacle, but for faithful witness to Christ's resurrection across Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. The chapter underscores the necessity of eyewitness testimony, the importance of prayer and unity in the early Church, and the careful selection of Matthias to restore the number of apostles, affirming that leadership must be grounded in direct experience and divine discernment. Ultimately, the ascension of Christ calls believers to look forward in hope, not in idle gazing, but to live in obedient readiness for His return, fulfilling their mission with the power of the Spirit. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/216261537145482 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thomas Irvin 0:43:33 no Thomas Irvin - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/12526151646357 The sermon uses Acts 27 as a symbolic narrative to argue that the King James Bible represents the true, divinely preserved Word of God, while modern translations are likened to a flawed Alexandrian ship sailing toward Rome—representing a compromised, human-centered ecclesiastical authority. Drawing on geographical and historical details from the passage, the preacher contrasts the reliability of the Received Text with the perceived corruption of modern critical texts, warning that abandoning the King James Bible leads to spiritual shipwreck, doctrinal compromise, and the erosion of biblical authority. The central message is a call to return to the foundational truth of Scripture, emphasizing that true faith, evangelism, and church health depend on adherence to a trustworthy, unchanging Bible. The tone is urgent and pastoral, blending conviction with lament over the widespread departure from traditional biblical fidelity, while affirming that only a firm foundation in God's Word can withstand life's inevitable storms. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/12526151646357 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Jed Carson 0:58:49 no Jed Carson - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/12225849482778 Missionary Keith Stensaas has been a missionary in Uganda for nearly 30 years. We were blessed to have them visit, inform us of their tremendous ministry, and preach God's word to our people. https://kstensaasfamily.com/ https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/12225849482778 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Keith Stensaas 0:48:18 no Keith Stensaas - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/72424101485215 Brother Brant Zeller Banners Unfurled https://www.facebook.com/bannersunfurled https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/72424101485215 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Brant Zeller 0:57:10 no Brant Zeller - Acts https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/61224185807573 Missionary Don Hilbun, Missionary to Honduras. Go Forth Baptist Ministries. https://www.georgecountybaptistchurch.net/sermons/61224185807573 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Don Hilbun 0:31:04 no Don Hilbun - Acts