Invitation to Glorification

When You Know They'll Know

In this compelling message from the "Invitation to Glorification" series, Pastor Kevin delivers an urgent teaching titled "When You Know, They'll Know." Grounded in Philippians 3:5–16, this sermon unpacks the divine perfecting process that shifts a believer from outward legalism into profound, marital intimacy with Jesus Christ. Pastor Kevin walks through the Apostle Paul’s flawless religious resume, demonstrating how a genuine encounter with God exposes human achievement as mere "garbage." By contrasting intellectual data with the deep spiritual realities of the Greek concept Ginosko and the Hebrew concept Yada, this message challenges us to crucify self-centered mindsets, reject the corporate gatekeeping of modern religious structures, and step into a unified lifestyle of sacrificial love. Key Discussion Points: * The Ginosko and Yada Intimacy: Unpacking the depth of truly knowing Jesus Christ in a sacred, covenant union rather than accumulating superficial theological data. * Tearing Down the Resume: How Paul's radical transformation on the Road to Damascus forced him to discard his strict Pharisaical pedigree in pursuit of Christ's righteousness alone. * Crucifying the Self: Confronting the modern traps of self-entitlement and emotional compromise by yielding fully to the daily refining fire of the Holy Spirit. * When You Know, They'll Know: Examining John 13:35 to reveal that an authentic, indwelling reflection of Christ's love is the ultimate sign that draws a broken world to the Savior.

Invitation to Glorification

In this episode of the "Church of Acts: Returning to Power and Presence" series, Pastor Kevin delivers a heart-stirring message titled "Invitation to Glorification." Moving beyond traditional sermon structures, he bridges deep theological concepts across Romans 8, Hebrews 11, and 2 Corinthians 3 to challenge how the modern church views spiritual growth. Pastor Kevin untangles the tension of the "already, but not yet" reality of faith, reminding believers that while salvation is secure, our minds require a continual transformation (metanoia). By removing religious guardrails and completely surrendering control to the Holy Spirit, we shift from merely being "healed" to becoming reflective mirrors that brightly illuminate the glory of Jesus to a waiting world.

Testimony

In this dynamic episode of the "Church of Acts: Returning to Power and Presence" series, Pastor Carla takes the stage to share a powerful message titled "Testimony." Setting up a special evening of breakthrough testimonies, Pastor Carla connects a prophetic vision from Ezekiel 47 to the sudden miracle at the Beautiful Gate in Acts 3. She walks us through the spiritual evolution of God's rising river—from ankle-deep alignment to knee-deep intimacy, waist-deep fruitfulness, and finally, a river over our heads where human striving ceases and true rest begins. By examining the encounter between Peter, John, and the crippled man, this message challenges us to break our rigid religious schedules, lock eyes with the Giver rather than just looking for his gifts, and completely surrender to the supernatural flow of the Holy Spirit.

Complete Surrender

In this third installment of the series "Church of Acts: Returning to Power and Presence," Pastor Kevin delivers a soul-stirring message titled "Complete Surrender." Drawing from Romans 8:14 and 1 Corinthians 13, he challenges the church to stop trying to force the supernatural into natural boxes and instead yield completely to the impulses of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Kevin breaks down the two fear-driven extremes that hinder true spiritual movement: rushing ahead of the Ark or putting religious "guardrails" and "seatbelts" on God. Through a fresh perspective on the parable of the sower and a deep dive into the Hebrew concept of Yada (intimacy), this message serves as a powerful call to stop treating the Spirit as a temporary Sunday experience and start living it as a fully surrendered lifestyle.

Face to Face Union

In this second part of the series "Church of Acts: Returning to Power and Presence," Pastor Kevin explores the deep spiritual significance of the day of Pentecost found in Acts 2:1–13. He challenges the congregation to see this move of God not merely as a release of spiritual gifts, but as a formal invitation back into a "Face to Face Union" with God that was lost in the Garden of Eden. Drawing connections between John 14 and John 17, Pastor Kevin explains how the Holy Spirit prepares us as "dwelling places" for God’s presence. This message serves as a powerful call to move from partial reflections to full clarity, urging believers to surrender their comforts and past religious assumptions to reflect the true image of Jesus to the world.