Sermons from August 2025
The Harding Odyssey
The Harding’s family 10-week trip to the U.S. was originally planned as ministry followed by rest. The ministry happened; the rest did not. The trip was framed through 2 Corinthians 2:14–15, as an “odyssey” with symbolic monsters, cyclops, and sirens representing challenges and temptations. Highlights: California: Faced the “monster” of high prices and tipping culture. Ministry opportunities opened unexpectedly, including supporting an old friend in need. Arizona/New Mexico: Time with family, encouraging relatives and helping them connect to a church.…
Paul’s Witness in Rome
Acts 28:17-31 Paul in Rome under house arrest; calls Jewish leaders, explains he is imprisoned for “the hope of Israel” (the Messiah). Jewish leaders curious, having heard of Christianity as a controversial “sect.” Paul teaches from the Law and Prophets about Jesus from morning to evening; some believe, some reject. Response echoes prophecy in Isaiah 6: some hear but don’t understand. Paul declares salvation has also gone to the Gentiles. Paul remains imprisoned for two years (AD 60–62), welcoming all,…
Trusting God Through Every Trial
Acts 28:1-16 Paul and his companions were shipwrecked on the island of Malta around 58 AD, but all survived. Despite cold and rain, the locals showed kindness by building a fire. As Paul helped, a viper bit him. The locals assumed he was a criminal being punished by fate, but when he remained unharmed, they changed their minds and called him a god. This shift highlights how quickly people judge based on appearances. The lesson drawn is to avoid snap…
Trusting God in Life’s Storms
Acts 27:21-44 Faith and trust in God — believing He will fulfill His promises, has things under control, and will guide our path. The core question is: How does God use challenges to prepare us for life’s storms? Paul’s journey in Acts 27, from Crete to the shipwreck at Malta, shows that despite dangerous storms and loss of cargo, Paul’s faith and God’s promise assured all 276 aboard would survive. Paul relied on God’s word over visible circumstances, prayed for…
Sailing against the Wind
Acts 27:1-20 Paul, after being in Caesarea for two years, appeals to Caesar to avoid danger in Jerusalem. Festus arranges for his journey to Rome. Purpose of the journey: to witness to Gentiles, Caesar, and the Roman Empire, establishing the Christian Church in Rome. In Acts 25–26, Paul defends himself before Festus and King Agrippa, almost persuading Agrippa. Luke, Aristarchus, and other companions travel with Paul, providing support through hardships. Timothy is notably absent, possibly on another mission. Paul travels…
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