Acts 1:1-11 | Pre-Flight Instructions

How does the beginning of the book of Acts set the trajectory for the growth of the early church, and what does it reveal about God’s plan for our lives?In this sermon on Acts 1:1–11, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon shares "pre-flight instructions" for journeying through the book of Acts. Pastor Neil highlights the essential balance between Jesus’ doing and teaching, the historically verifiable reality of the resurrection, and the inauguration of God’s kingdom. Discover how God places His "yes" over broken, imperfect lives to tell His story, and find lasting hope in the promise of Christ’s return.In this episode, we cover:The Balance of Life and Ministry: Why healthy faith requires both learning truth and putting it into action.The Verifiable Resurrection: How the resurrection demonstrates Christ's victory over death and validates His divine authority.Kingdom Expectations vs. Power: Understanding why Jesus prioritizes spiritual power for His witnesses over political positions.Telling God's Story Through People: How God chooses flawed individuals—like Peter, James, and Thomas—to advance His gospel to the ends of the earth.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube