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Acts Chapter 9 records one of the most dramatic conversions in all of Scripture. Saul, a fierce persecutor of Christians, while on the road to Damascus encountered the risen Jesus. As we observe the Lord confronting Saul’s rebellion while extending His grace, Pastor Brett Meador says we are reminded how no one is beyond the reach of God’s mercy in our study of Today’s Word.

Acts Chapter 9 records one of the most dramatic conversions in all of Scripture. Saul, a fierce persecutor of Christians, while on the road to Damascus encountered the risen Jesus. As we observe the Lord confronting Saul’s rebellion while extending His grace, Pastor Brett Meador says we are reminded how no one is beyond the reach of God’s mercy in our study of Today’s Word.

Saul of Tarsus was on his way to threaten and murder the Christians in Damascus when he had a life-changing encounter with God in Acts Chapter 9. In this dramatic account of his conversion in Today’s Word, Pastor Meador describes how God got Saul’s attention to show him the error of his ways, and extend his free gift of salvation to even the most unlikely person.

Acts Chapter 8 highlights both the spread of the gospel and the resistance it faced. Simon’s misguided desire for spiritual power revealed a false heart, while the Ethiopian eunuch’s conversion demonstrated genuinely true faith. Through these events in Today’s Word, Pastor Brett Meador says we witness God advancing His gospel despite opposition.

Acts Chapter 8 records a remarkable time in Today’s Word as the gospel reaches Samaria and many people place their faith in Jesus Christ. Formerly captivated by Simon’s sorcery, the Samaritans now respond to the truth of God’s word. As Peter and John pray for these new believers, Pastor Brett Meador notes the expansion of the church due to the power of the Holy Spirit.

When Saul's persecution began to scatter the church, Philip traveled to Samaria, where he ministered to a sorcerer and an Ethiopian eunuch. As Pastor Brett Meador reflects on these encounters in Acts Chapter 8, we study the varied responses to Philip's preaching while learning important lessons for us in Today’s Word about evangelism, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Acts Chapter 8 tells of a faithful believer eager to tell others of his faith. With Philip as our example, we learn how God often orchestrates circumstances for us to present the Gospel, how we should respond when we find ourselves with an opportunity, and how to obtain the power to be bold as we share. It’s all in our study of Today’s Word with Pastor Brett Meador.

Acts Chapter 8 tells of a faithful believer eager to tell others of his faith. With Philip as our example, we learn how God often orchestrates circumstances for us to present the Gospel, how we should respond when we find ourselves with an opportunity, and how to obtain the power to be bold as we share. It’s all in our study of Today’s Word with Pastor Brett Meador.

In an incredible God-ordained circumstance, Philip suddenly finds himself in the desert sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with a traveling Ethiopian in Acts Chapter 8. In the same way, we are also called to share the message of salvation through Jesus with the people God places in our path. Pastor Brett Meador reminds believers this too is our call in Today’s Word.

In Acts Chapter 7, Stephen exposed Israel’s long history of rejecting God and turning to idols. But rather than repent, the religious leaders respond with anger. As their outrage culminates in the stoning of Stephen, we’re introduced to Saul, responsible for the persecution against the early church before becoming the apostle, Paul. That's all in the message from Pastor Brett Meador, in Today’s Word.

When asked to speak before the religious leaders, Stephen boldly proclaimed God’s truth, even though it cost him his life. In revealing the hardness of Israel’s leaders, Stephen’s witness would become the catalyst for the spread of the gospel. As Pastor Brett Meador closely considers the message of Stephen, the application for us is made clear as well, all from Today’s Word.

Stephen concludes his sermon in Acts Chapter 7 with bold accusations against the religious leaders for continually failing to truly follow God’s law, turning to idolatry, and missing His glory. But Pastor Brett Meador can’t help but note how this centuries old sermon has application to the heart of man still today. Let’s join him continuing a study of Acts in Today’s Word.

The first martyr, Stephen, displayed the same spirit of forgiveness that Jesus demonstrated on the cross. Not only did he ask God to forgive those condemning him, but he proclaimed it boldly. Pastor Brett Meador highlights the powerful example Stephen set in Today’s Word offering valuable lessons for every believer seeking to live Christ-like both inwardly and outwardly.

The first martyr, Stephen, displayed the same spirit of forgiveness that Jesus demonstrated on the cross. Not only did he ask God to forgive those condemning him, but he proclaimed it boldly. Pastor Brett Meador highlights the powerful example Stephen set in Today’s Word offering valuable lessons for every believer seeking to live Christ-like both inwardly and outwardly.

As Stephen was stoned to death, he uttered some truly remarkable last words we read in Acts Chapter 7 that reveal the powerful transformation Jesus had upon his heart and life. In much the same way, Jesus wants to change us too. Pastor Brett Meador considers some of the important areas the Spirit of the Lord would impact the lives of believers who seek after Him.

By tracing Israel’s history from Joseph to Moses, Stephen revealed a pattern of resisting God’s messengers. Yet in light of God’s continued grace, Pastor Brett Meador discovers how Stephen’s powerful sermon of Acts 7, exposes the danger of hardened hearts, ultimately rejecting Jesus as Lord. From Today’s Word a call to humbly receive and faithfully follow God’s truth.

In Stephen’s sermon to the Sanhedrin of Acts Chapter 7, we’ll examine Israel’s history from Abraham, reflecting on the beginning of God's plan for the Jewish people, but also how Jesus is pictured throughout this history. From Today’s Word, Pastor Brett Meador marvels at God’s continued presence despite the rejecting of His chosen servants; Moses, Abraham, and Joseph.

In one of Scripture's most powerful sermons, Stephen provides a timeline of Israel's history to reveal how it foreshadowed Jesus as the Messiah, while at the same time, clearly addressing the people's repeated rejection of God’s plan for the Jews. Pastor Brett Meador opens Today’s Word to Acts Chapter 7, recounting the brave proclamation of the truth of scripture, by Stephen.

Both Abraham and Stephen demonstrated an unshakable faith in our Almighty God, for they knew that there’s nothing that is able to thwart God's perfect plan of redemption for both the people of Israel or His Church. Coming up, Pastor Brett Meador encourages we exhibit the same steadfast trust in the truth of Today’s Word still being fulfilled in the Lord Christ Jesus today.

Both Abraham and Stephen demonstrated an unshakable faith in our Almighty God, for they knew that there’s nothing that is able to thwart God's perfect plan of redemption for both the people of Israel or His Church. Coming up, Pastor Brett Meador encourages we exhibit the same steadfast trust in the truth of Today’s Word still being fulfilled in the Lord Christ Jesus today.

Brought before Israel’s religious leaders, Stephen responded by recounting God’s promise to Abraham concerning the land of Israel. And in Today’s Word, Pastor Brett Meador reflects how the unconditional nature of the Abrahamic Covenant, continues to impact how even the current narrative in the Middle East is leading to God’s ultimate plans for the Jews - through to the End Times.

Accused of blasphemy by the religious leaders, Stephen began his defense in Acts Chapter 7, with a history lesson on God’s promise to give Abraham’s descendants the land of Israel. Inspired by this, Pastor Brett Meador traces Israel’s history to the present day to explore who should possess the land and why. And once again we’ll see how Today’s Word is reflected, in today’s news.

Pastor Brett Meador has said those opposed to the concept of “organized religion” are dismissing scripture’s example in Acts Chapter 6 that not only is exactly what the early church needed, but how they successfully structured their growing fellowship. In Today’s Word we’ll see how the selection of servant leaders resulted in the meeting of needs and multiplied believers.

The early church continued to grow and accomplish much we read in Acts Chapter 6 in Today’s Word, but complaining began to creep in as organizational challenges started to arise. In observing the problems, they experienced, Pastor Brett Meador notes how the church leadership addressed the issues and how their solution continues to have influence on the church even today.

The disciple, Stephen faced fierce opposition for boldly proclaiming Christ. Though falsely accused, surrounded by hostile religious leaders, Stephen remained full of faith, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit. Pastor Brett Meador reflects what believers can learn from Stephen’s response in standing firm before those rejecting the truth of Christ, from Acts Chapter 6 in Today’s Word.

The disciple, Stephen faced fierce opposition for boldly proclaiming Christ. Though falsely accused, surrounded by hostile religious leaders, Stephen remained full of faith, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit. Pastor Brett Meador reflects what believers can learn from Stephen’s response in standing firm before those rejecting the truth of Christ, from Acts Chapter 6 in Today’s Word.

In Acts Chapter 6 while Stephen is preaching about Jesus, a group of men came against him by spreading lies and accusing him of sharing misinformation. As Pastor Brett Meador examines how truth is distorted, we learn how to combat such attacks by knowing what Scripture actually says and how we can become people full of faith and power, just like Stephen in Today’s Word.

The book of Acts shows the early church growing with great boldness. While many were turning to Christ, the apostles also faced imprisonment and persecution from none-other-than the religious leaders. Yet instead of fear, Pastor Brett Meador notes the example they set preaching the gospel without compromise. Let’s continue our study in Today’s Word … of Acts Chapter 5.

The early church was flourishing in Acts Chapter 5 as many came to know the Lord, miracles abounded as the Gospel was boldly proclaimed. However, Satan attempted to stop the growing power of the church with attacks from both within and without. Yet despite the enemy’s best attempts, Pastor Brett Meador demonstrates how God’s truth in Today’s Word will always prevail.

The religious leaders were furious with Peter and John in Acts 4 for preaching the name of Jesus, and forbid them to do so. Despite mounting persecution, the church gathered to pray for boldness and courage to continue declaring the truth and power of the gospel including to those who opposed them. From Today’s Word, Pastor Brett Meador illustrates the church’s call to prayer.

In Acts Chapter 4, the early church faced opposition after God heals a lame man. Yet, having been brought before the grieving religious leaders, Peter and John stood boldly, refusing to stay silent about Jesus Christ. And despite the Sadducees’ unwillingness to believe what the saw and heard was true, Pastor Brett Meador assures God was glorified in Today’s Word.

After healing a crippled man and preaching about Jesus, Peter and John were brought before the intimidating religious leaders, the same ones that had condemned Jesus to death. As Peter bravely declared salvation can only come through Jesus, Pastor Brett Meador takes note of how the demonstration of such a bold witness is one for all believers to follow from Today’s Word.

After healing a crippled man and preaching about Jesus, Peter and John were brought before the intimidating religious leaders, the same ones that had condemned Jesus to death. As Peter bravely declared salvation can only come through Jesus, Pastor Brett Meador takes note of how the demonstration of such a bold witness is one for all believers to follow from Today’s Word.

Acts Chapter 4 records the growing opposition against the early church after Peter and John healed a lame man and then preached Jesus Christ to the astonished crowd. Arrested by the religious leaders, the gospel of Jesus remained the message of the determined Peter. Pastor Brett Meador draws a lesson of remaining faithful even when facing opposition in Today’s Word.

In Acts Chapter 3 a lame beggar was suddenly healed, drawing amazement from the crowd at the temple. But the miracle made for a golden opportunity for Peter to point people to the risen Savior. In Today’s Word Pastor Brett Meador highlights how Peter boldly preached, even to the religious leaders, of the need for repentance to the One who has power to restore broken lives.

The apostles Peter and John were used in the healing of a lame man. Though the one receiving the miracle would have much to say, Peter knew that what many gathered there needed to hear about even more – was the gospel of Jesus Christ. Beginning in Acts Chapter 3 verse 1 in Today’s Word, Pastor Brett Meador highlights the power of faith, and the necessity of repentance.

After the healing of a crippled man, Peter addressed a marveling crowd that had gathered in Acts Chapter 3, telling them about the promised Messiah whom was rejected and crucified, yet fulfilling Old Testament prophecies. Pastor Brett Meador reflects that central to Peter’s teaching – was what Jesus accomplished as Son of God sent for our salvation, as recorded in Today’s Word.

After years of helplessness, the healing of a man lame from birth immediately stood, walked, leaped, and praised God in the temple. But it’s more than just the response of the beggar from Acts Chapter 3 that Pastor Brett Meador says we can learn from of the transforming power of the grace of God. In Today’s Word, we’ll see the ultimate redemption offered to us all.

After years of helplessness, the healing of a man lame from birth immediately stood, walked, leaped, and praised God in the temple. But it’s more than just the response of the beggar from Acts Chapter 3 that Pastor Brett Meador says we can learn from of the transforming power of the grace of God. In Today’s Word, we’ll see the ultimate redemption offered to us all.

In Acts Chapter 3, the apostles Peter and John encounter a crippled man begging near the Temple gates. As Peter and John come across him, they offer him something far greater than silver or gold. As we see the man healed and rejoicing as he enters the Temple, Pastor Brett Meador uncovers some valuable lessons that illustrate our restoration with God, all in Today’s Word.

The disciples and their fellow believers were gathered together in Acts Chapter 2 when the Holy Spirit rushed upon them as a mighty wind. As Pastor Brett Meador reflects on the event unfolding, we’ll gain important understanding what speaking in tongues and prophesying means from the powerful sermon of Peter that would lead many to Christ and launch the early church.

The role of the Holy Spirit is central in the church’s life, fulfilling Jesus' promise as a guide for living a life for Him. As Pastor Brett Meador opens Today’s Word to Acts Chapter 2, we’ll see how the early preaching of Peter gave us understanding that it’s the Holy Spirit who is manifested to the body of Christ in order to bringing glory to none other than the Lord Jesus.

Acts Chapter 2 describes the beginning of a spiritual harvest as the Holy Spirit empowered the apostles at Pentecost that followed the ascension of Jesus. We learn of Peter’s message that pierced hearts resulting in thousands of souls saved in one day. Pastor Brett Meador gives us a verse-by-verse account from Today’s Word of the harvest that marked the birth of the church.

We learn from the Acts Chapter 2 there were four vital elements that formed the foundation of the early church’s spiritual growth, unity, and collective worship. Pastor Brett Meador continues our look in Today’s Word of the book of Acts, highlighting the practice of these four essential pillars that provide an enduring model for the gathering of believers still today.

We learn from the Acts Chapter 2 there were four vital elements that formed the foundation of the early church’s spiritual growth, unity, and collective worship. Pastor Brett Meador continues our look in Today’s Word of the book of Acts, highlighting the practice of these four essential pillars that provide an enduring model for the gathering of believers still today.

From our study of a book full of visions, Zechariah Chapter 14 brings us to the final vision of God's plan, where the Lord ultimately intervenes in human history to reconcile to Himself all peoples in the coming Day of the Lord. In Today’s Word Pastor Brett Meador takes one last look of the last chapter of Zechariah resulting in the ultimate peace to Jerusalem.

From our study of a book full of visions, Zechariah Chapter 14 brings us to the final vision of God's plan, where the Lord ultimately intervenes in human history to reconcile to Himself all peoples in the coming Day of the Lord. In Today’s Word Pastor Brett Meador takes one last look of the last chapter of Zechariah resulting in the ultimate peace to Jerusalem.

“The Day of the Lord” is used in Scripture to describe a time when God intervenes in humanity to usher in a period of wrath to punish the wicked and to help the Jews eventually see the true Messiah. Pastor Brett Meador opens Today’s Word to Zechariah Chapter 14, sharing vital details about what people will experience and how the Jews will respond when these things come to pass.

The Old Testament book of Zechariah Chapters 12 and 13 prophesy an eventual supernatural defense of Jerusalem from the coming antichrist by God, culminating in the repentance of His people. Pastor Brett Meador notes in this verse- by-verse study from Today’s Word our trust is in the light of God’s ultimate plan and purpose for us all amidst the darkness of the world.

To the nation of Israel, though God may seem distant at times, He was and is actively accomplishing His purposes while calling His people to recognize Him. In Today’s Word, as Pastor Brett Meador turns to the prophecy contained in Zechariah Chapter 12, we see God lovingly pouring out a "Spirit of grace and supplication" on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem.