In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 15:1-18, where he explores the early church's debate over Gentile conversion and the crucial decisions made at the Jerusalem Council. He unpacks how these decisions shaped the future of Christian inclusion and unity, offering insights into how this pivotal moment in church history still resonates with us today. Join us as Michael leads us through this important passage and its lessons for our faith communities.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree walks us through Acts 15:19-35, where he discusses the letter sent by the Jerusalem Council to Gentile believers, clarifying the requirements for their inclusion in the early church. Michael highlights the importance of unity and the balance between grace and guidance as the early church navigated cultural differences. Join us as Michael breaks down this key moment in the church’s growth and its relevance today
Listen in as we hear from Michael Rowntree as he shares the Word of God to us from Acts 15:36-41.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 16:6-12, where he explores Paul's missionary journey and the divine guidance that led him to Macedonia. Michael emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in directing Paul's steps and how this passage demonstrates God’s hand in spreading the gospel. Join us as Michael unpacks the significance of obedience and trust in God’s leading.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree continues his talk from Acts 16:6-12, where he explores Paul's missionary journey and the divine guidance that led him to Macedonia. Michael reminds us that even when God speaks clearly, we don't allways get the details but we lean on wisdom from God to fill in the blanks. Join us as Michael unpacks the significance of obedience and trust in God’s leading.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 16:13-40, exploring Paul and Silas’s ministry in Philippi. Michael highlights key moments, including the conversion of Lydia, the deliverance of a slave girl, and their imprisonment, which led to the miraculous salvation of the jailer and his household. Join us as Michael unpacks the power of the gospel to transform lives and the joy found in worshiping God even in the midst of trials.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 17:1-15, contrasting Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica and Berea. Michael highlights the differing responses to the gospel, the importance of examining Scripture, and the power of the Word to reveal Christ. He also explores the perseverance of Paul and his team in the face of persecution and the joy of seeing lives transformed by faith. Join us as Michael unpacks these pivotal moments in Paul’s missionary journey and their lessons for us today.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 17:16-34, where Paul engages the philosophers of Athens at the Areopagus. Michael highlights Paul's approach to sharing the gospel—building common ground while boldly confronting idolatry. He emphasizes the timeless truth that God is the Creator, Judge, and the One who calls all people to repent. Join us as Michael unpacks how Paul’s message about Jesus’ resurrection challenges both ancient and modern worldviews.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree takes us through Acts 18:1-17, where Paul arrives in Corinth and experiences both opposition and divine encouragement. Michael explores Paul’s partnership with Priscilla and Aquila, his perseverance in ministry, and how God’s promise of protection empowers us to keep going. Join us as Michael unpacks what it means to partner with God in sharing the gospel, even in the face of resistance.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree explores Acts 18:24–19:10, focusing on the ministry of Apollos, Paul’s arrival in Ephesus, and the powerful movement of the Holy Spirit. Michael highlights the importance of discipleship, receiving the fullness of God’s Spirit, and boldly proclaiming the gospel. Join us as we unpack how God equips and empowers His people for His mission.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree explores Acts 19:11-20, where God performs extraordinary miracles through Paul, leading to a dramatic confrontation with counterfeit spirituality. Michael highlights the power of Jesus’ name, the dangers of false faith, and the fear of the Lord that spread through Ephesus. Join us as we unpack how God’s power transforms lives and exposes deception.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree explores Acts 19:21–40, where a riot breaks out in Ephesus over the growing influence of the gospel. As Paul prepares to travel to Jerusalem and Rome, opposition arises from Demetrius the silversmith, who incites a mob out of fear that their idol-based economy is under threat. Michael unpacks the spiritual clash between light and darkness, highlighting how the gospel challenges both cultural idolatry and the worship of wealth. Join us as we consider what it looks like to follow Jesus boldly while navigating opposition with wisdom, peace, and the power of the Spirit.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree walks us through Acts 20:1-12, where Paul’s journey through Macedonia and Greece leads to a powerful scene in Troas. Michael unpacks how the early church's worship shifted from old covenant traditions to a new pattern centered on the resurrection of Christ—gathering on the first day of the week around Word and Table. Highlighting the miraculous raising of Eutychus, Michael shows how the risen Jesus continues to meet His people with resurrection power, turning ordinary gatherings into sacred encounters filled with hope, life, and renewal.
In today's message, Michael Rowntree talks about God's solution to celebrity church culture and its casualties. Reading from Paul's final words to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20:17–38, he highlights Paul's deep commitment to gospel ministry, his example of humility and perseverance through trials, and his warnings against future threats to the church. The text emphasizes the vital role of leaders in guarding and shepherding the flock, and the irreplaceable value of spiritual legacy rooted in grace, truth, and personal sacrifice.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree walks us through Acts 21:1–14, where Paul journeys toward Jerusalem with prophetic warnings and deep fellowship along the way. Michael explores how prophecy and community intertwine—showing both the power of the Spirit’s voice and the humility required to interpret it rightly. Drawing rich parallels to Jesus’ path to the cross, this message unpacks Paul’s resolve to follow God’s will despite suffering. Join us as we consider what it means to walk in faithful obedience when the road ahead is anything but easy.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree walks us through Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem, where gospel unity is put to the test. Despite rumors and cultural tensions, Paul models humility and love by submitting to a purification ritual—not out of obligation, but for the sake of peace among Jewish believers. Michael explores how the early church navigated difficult cultural differences without compromising the gospel, showing that real unity sometimes requires laying down our freedoms out of love for others.
In this episode, Michael Rowntree explores why Saul’s conversion story is repeated three times in Acts and what it reveals about the power of personal testimony. Through Paul’s radical transformation, we see the undeniable reality of the resurrection, the extravagance of grace, and God’s heart for reaching the nations. Michael unpacks how sharing our stories—before Christ, our encounter with Him, and life after—can become a powerful witness when centered on Jesus. Whether your story is dramatic or simple, it matters because Christ is in it, and someone needs to hear it.
In this powerful study of Acts 22:30–23:11, we witness the Apostle Paul on trial—yet it's not just Paul who's being judged. The real courtroom drama centers on the gospel itself and the hope of the resurrection. As political chaos, religious hypocrisy, and spiritual blindness unfold, Paul stands firm with a clear conscience. But just when it seems all hope is lost, the risen Jesus appears—not to the crowd, but to Paul, offering courage and confirming his mission to Rome. If you've ever questioned where truth stands in a world of distortion, this is a moment you don’t want to miss.
In this passage from Acts 24, Paul stands before Governor Felix, not just to defend himself, but to proclaim the truth of the gospel. While the religious leaders use flattery and false accusations, Paul responds with honesty, clarity, and boldness—pointing to righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment. This moment becomes more than a courtroom drama; it’s a spiritual showdown where eternal truth confronts political power. Felix is intrigued but afraid—reminding us that the gospel demands a response. Will we delay like Felix, or respond with faith?
What really matters in life—the approval of the powerful, or obedience to a heavenly vision? In this gripping courtroom drama, Paul faces governors, kings, and corrupt elites. Yet the most joyful man in the room is the one in chains. As Michael Rowntree guides us through Acts 25–26, we see how the gospel challenges worldly pomp with eternal truth. Discover the boldness of a man who won’t trade his testimony for comfort, and learn what it means to stand firm in faith, whether before emperors or enemies.
Acts 28:1-10
Shipwrecked but not shaken, Paul lands on the island of Malta—and God’s mission keeps advancing. In this message, Michael Rowntree unpacks how the gospel arrives on distant shores through surprising hospitality, miraculous healing, and spiritual warfare. As Paul shakes off a deadly serpent into the fire, we’re reminded of God’s power over the enemy and His plan to bring light to the nations. From snake bites to revival, this moment in Acts 28 points us to the unstoppable reign of King Jesus.
What does Acts 28 teach us about the unstoppable power of the gospel? Join Michael Rowntree as he unpacks Paul's bold proclamation of the kingdom of God, the fulfillment of Israel's hope in Jesus, and how Christ's global mission advances "without hindrance," even in the face of opposition.