The Acts 13 Network

What does it really mean to be holy? Is it just about being "set apart"—or is there something deeper, more awe-inspiring at play? In this episode, we explore the word holy through the lens of 1 Peter, a football pilgrimage to Notre Dame, and a burning bush in Exodus. We’ll unpack how holiness isn’t about rule-following or religious performance, but about the transformative presence of God in ordinary places—like our daily...

You might think you know what "hope" means, but this episode challenges that notion! We kick things off with a look at Star Wars and its iconic themes of hope, then pivot to reveal how our modern understanding often falls short. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians and Romans, we uncover the profound, resolute hope of the New Testament – a hope that isn't a wish, but a certainty built on the historical reality of Christ's...

In a world saturated with the buzzword "community," do we truly understand what it means to connect deeply as followers of Jesus? This episode challenges our modern notions of church "community" and dives into the rich, ancient concept of koinonia—a New Testament word often translated as "fellowship" or "sharing."

Drawing insights from Paul's profound letter to the Philippians (Philippians...

Are "faith" and "belief" really the same thing? And what does it truly mean to be right with God?

Join us as we dive into a powerful discussion on the meaning of faith, inspired by the Apostle Paul's letters to the Galatians and Romans. Discover the crucial difference between simple belief and active trust, and why Paul passionately declared that "the only thing that counts is faith expressing itself thr...

his episode of "Whispers of Grace" dives into the challenging yet transformative concept of "cruciformity" – being shaped by the cross of Christ. While the idea of daily taking up our cross might sound far from a "wonderful plan for your life," the host explores how this seemingly contradictory message is at the heart of Christian faith.

Drawing from Paul's letters to the Corinthians, a church obses...

Join us as we explore the profound meaning of "life" in the New Testament, drawing insights from the Gospel of John. Discover how Jesus, our Good Shepherd, calls us not to a dull, rule-bound existence, but to live an abundant, overflowing life – one marked by joy, purpose, and courageous engagement with the world. This Memorial Day, reflect on what it truly means to live life to the full, trusting in His protection to car...

Ever basked in the sweet relief of being forgiven? That breathtaking moment when a mistake is met not with condemnation, but with "Of course I forgive you." We all cherish that feeling, that "whew" of a burden lifted. But what happens when the roles are reversed?

In this deeply moving and refreshingly honest sermon, Dan Rose confronts a truth many of us wrestle with: we love to beforgiven, but we often struggle t...

In this week's sermon, Pastor Dan reflects on Jesus' impending death leading up to Easter, focusing on Jesus' prayer in John 17. He emphasizes that Jesus, unlike us, knew his time was coming and prayed for his glorification, which would, in turn, glorify the Father. The sermon highlights that eternal life isn't just about escaping hell or material rewards, but about an intimate, ongoing relationship with God the Fat...

Ever felt the weight of an unfinished list, the sting of unmet expectations? This episode dives deep into the heart of Micah, where God's patient frustration echoes a mother's weary sigh. From forgotten chores to centuries of disobedience, we explore the human tendency to fall short, and the divine response that defies all logic: grace. Witness the raw emotion of God's plea, the haunting parallels between ancient Israel...