Ep 83 | Acts 2:14-21 | Preaching on Pentecost (Pt. 1)

Ep 83 | Acts 2:14-21 | Preaching on Pentecost (Pt. 1)

This episode of A Closer Look unpacks Acts 2, the meaning of Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit, and speaking in tongues. The pastors discuss the church’s understanding of spiritual gifts, Peter’s first sermon, and what it means to live in the "last days."

Ep 82 | Acts 1:12-26 | The First Followers of Jesus Christ

This episode of A Closer Look explores Acts and the church’s “Go Class,” focusing on obeying Christ by sharing the gospel. The pastors highlight how everyday believers lead others to Jesus, the importance of clear testimony, and the connection between obedience and evangelism. They also discuss Acts 1, the selection of Matthias, and how Pentecost shaped the church’s mission, emphasizing trust in God’s leading and the call for every believer to go and witness.

Ep 81 | Acts 1:1-11 | The Plan of Jesus for His People

In this episode, Pastors Jason, David, and Paul continue the conversation through Acts, reflecting on God’s sovereignty, the mission of the church, and what it means to live as faithful witnesses where God has placed us. They discuss the kingdom of God reaching all nations, the call for every believer to share the gospel, and the importance of praying for and engaging the lost with both boldness and compassion.

Ep 80 | Acts 1:1-5 | The Power of Jesus on Display

In this episode of A Closer Look, Jason and Dave talk through the opening of Acts and why taking time to prepare matters before moving forward. They emphasize that Acts shows the ongoing work of Jesus through the Holy Spirit and is best understood in its historical setting. They also highlight Luke as more than a recorder, but a faithful gospel worker alongside Paul with a deep understanding of the gospel message.

Ep 79 | Luke 24:36-53 | Encountering the Risen Lord (Pt. 2)

This episode of A Closer Look reflects on the conclusion of the church’s journey through the Gospel of Luke, highlighting key takeaways from preaching through the entire book in context. Pastor David and Jason focus on the call for believers to be God’s “plan A” in sharing the gospel, the church’s role in equipping people for that mission, and the reality that most people are more open to spiritual conversations than expected. The episode closes by introducing an upcoming “Go Class” and previewing Acts as the continuation of Jesus’ work through His people.