Acts 1:1-11 | The Master Plan - How Jesus Builds His Kingdom | Pastor Troy Drake

Описание: What is Jesus' master plan for expanding His kingdom on earth? Pastor Troy Drake launches a new journey through the book of Acts with three essential truths every believer needs to understand about God's strategy for reaching the world.
In this foundational message, discover:

-Jesus Lives - The resurrected Lord is the starting point for everything we do
Make Sure the Power is On - Why every Christian needs the baptism of the Holy Spirit for effective witness
He's Coming Back, So Get Going - The urgency of the Great Commission in light of Christ's return

Key Scripture: "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." - Acts 1:8 NKJV

Pastor Troy's passionate teaching reveals that the Holy Spirit making Jesus known to the world is the central theme of Acts. Whether you're a new believer or have been walking with Christ for decades, this message will challenge you to embrace God's master plan for your life.

Scripture References (NKJV):
Acts 1:1-11 - Jesus' final instructions and ascension
Luke 11:13 - "How much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!"
Ezekiel 36:26-27 - God's promise of a new heart and His Spirit within us
Joel 2:28 - "I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh"
Mark 1:10 - The Spirit descending on Jesus like a dove

The Master Plan Revealed:
Jesus sends His disciples into the world in the power of the Holy Spirit to multiply into more believers by bringing God's grace to lost and hopeless people.

Application Questions:
Do you truly believe Jesus lives, and how does that change your daily life?
Is the power of the Holy Spirit "turned on" in your life for witnessing?
Are you living with urgency because Jesus is coming back?
What is your "Jerusalem" - the place God wants you to start witnessing?

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🌐 Website: ccmeridian.org
📍 Location: Meridian, Idaho
📞 Phone: 208-514-1616
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