“The Jerusalem Council” – A Sermon on Acts 15:1–35

In Acts 15:1–35, the early church faces a crucial question: must Gentile believers be circumcised and keep the law of Moses in order to be saved? As false teaching threatens the clarity of the gospel and the unity of the church, the apostles and elders gather in Jerusalem to consider the matter. Peter, Barnabas, Paul, and James testify that salvation comes by the grace of the Lord Jesus, not by works of the law. This passage reminds us that the gospel must be guarded, grace must remain central, and Christ unites His church across every background through faith in Him alone.🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org👤 Preacher: Pastor Phil Nicewonger 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, June 14th, 2026