Sermons by Mark Kernan
The Astonishing Product of Pentecost
Text: Acts 2:41-47
Main Idea: The Holy Spirit gave birth to a radically new community marked by heartfelt generosity, not an informal association of religious individuals.
The Meaning of Pentecost (Part 2)
Text: Acts 2:22–41
Main Idea: The outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost underscores Jesus’ true identity and beckons every person to humbly respond in repentance and faith.
The Meaning of Pentecost (part 1)
Text: Acts 2:5-21
Main Idea: The Spirit-empowered languages at Pentecost were a sign that God was extending his saving promises, through Israel, to everyone who calls on his name
The Promise Arrives
Text: Acts 2:1-13
Main Idea: The day of Pentecost demonstrates that Holy Spirit is the necessary and active power behind the effective ministry of the local church.
The Unexpected Restoration of the Resurrected Christ
Text: John 21:1–19
Main Idea: A Christian’s sin and failure moves the heart of Christ to mercy and compassion not instant wrath and anger.
Infinite Love in the Face of Unimaginable Betrayal
Text: John 13:21-35
Main Idea: Jesus’ love command shows us the source of our love is not the worthiness of our brother or sister in Christ but the perfect example of Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit.
A Question About the Kingdom of God
Text: Acts 1:1-11
Main Idea: God’s purpose in his “already but not yet kingdom” is that his kingdom-people would joyfully proclaim the good news of King Jesus’ saving rule to all people until he returns in glory.
The True Power of the Gospel
Text: Acts 1:1-11
Main Idea: Nothing can hinder the progress of the gospel because the risen and ascended King Jesus is actively empowering its advance through his Spirit-empowered people.
The Greatest Need in the Local Church
Text: Ephesians 4:11-16
Main Idea: Healthy, unified churches are the product of everyday Christians undertaking the work of ministry in their local church.
Deacons: Servants that Strengthen the Local Church
Text: Acts 6:1-7
Main Idea: Deacons exist to actively promote the unity, maturity, and gospel impact of the local church through their diligent, Spirit-empowered administration of everyday ministry tasks.