The Good Shepherd
from Mark 2:22 Ministries Hosted by Mark 2:22 Ministries
In this episode of the "Church of Acts: Returning to Power and Presence" series, Pastor Kevin delivers a thought-provoking sermon titled "The Good Shepherd." Examining the dynamic scene in Acts 5:12–16, he explores why some people witness the miraculous power of God yet choose to remain at a distance, while others respond with wholehearted surrender. By connecting the early church's persecution and the story of Ananias and Sapphira with Ezekiel 34 and John 10, Pastor Kevin contrasts the self-serving, fearful nature of false shepherds with the loving, protective voice of Jesus, the Good Shepherd. This message challenges believers to dismantle the religious traditions that elevate human personalities and instead cultivate a lifestyle that truly knows, hears, and reflects Christ. Key Discussion Points: Admiration vs. Surrender: Unpacking why some spectators admire God's works from a safe distance while true disciples count the cost and surrender everything. The Shepherds Blocking the Well: Connecting Exodus 2 and Ezekiel 34 to expose how legalistic, religious mindsets attempt to chase people away from drinking living water. Hearing the Shepherd's Voice: How spending intimate time in the Father's presence trains our spiritual ears to distinguish Christ's voice from the noise of the world. Revealing Him, Not Them: Understanding that the true work of the apostles was not displaying their own power, but revealing Jesus so others would be healed and brought to the Lord.
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