When God’s Kingdom Moves Forward

As the kingdom of God moves forward, believers can expect spiritual opposition, but they can also count on a God who hears earnest prayer and cannot be stopped.In this sermon on Acts 12:1–19, Teaching Pastor Leo Almeida walks through the harrowing, humorous, and miraculous account of Peter's imprisonment and supernatural release. Pastor Leo unpacks three core expectations every believer should have as the church advances: facing real spiritual resistance, engaging in persistent and fervent prayer even when God has previously said "no," and trusting in the absolute sovereignty of a better King who will accomplish His redemptive purposes.In this episode, we cover:Spiritual Warfare and Resistance: Why spiritual growth often invites opposition and how the enemy hides behind regular conflict.The Power of Earnest Prayer: Examining how the early church stretched themselves out in prayer for Peter, even after the apostle James was martyred.Sustaining Faith After a "No": Cultivating a trust in God that endures hard seasons, closed doors, and unanswered requests.The Unstoppable Advance of the Church: Why no political ruler, prison chain, or scheme of man can halt God's sovereign work.Under the Authority of a Better King: Contrasting King Herod's desperate bid for human applause with Jesus' invitation into grace.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube