Faith Along the Way

CCC Worship Gathering 4.7.24 Witness series (part 31) Kerr Howell, Jr. Faith Along the Way Acts 16:16-40 1. Bound by Chains (Acts 16:16-24) - We encounter a slave girl bound by spiritual and physical chains. - Paul and Silas demonstrate the power of the gospel to break chains of oppression and exploitation. Romans 8:2 - "For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death." 2. Free in Chains (Acts 16:25-34) - Despite facing persecution and imprisonment, Paul and Silas choose to worship God in the darkest hour. - Their faith and praise lead to miraculous deliverance and the salvation of the jailer and his household. Philippians 4:4 - "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice." Galatians 2:20 - “For I have been crucified with Chris. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. 1 Corinthians 6:19 - “You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. 3. The Power of Grace (Acts 16:35-40) - Paul and Silas exemplify radical love and forgiveness, choosing grace over vengeance. - Their actions reflect the grace and forgiveness extended to us through Christ's sacrifice. Ephesians 4:32 - "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you."