Jacob Gerber | Blog about Discipleship, Church, Leadership

No one can minister to Christ’s church on his own. By many gifts among many members, God grows his church. (Exposition of Acts 18:18–28)

From the beginning, Paul’s ministry in Corinth may be summarized in one principle: Christ’s power is made perfect through weakness. (Exposition of Acts 18:1–17)

In his sermon to the Athenians, Paul announces a critical truth: God will judge the world by an appointed man. (Exposition of Acts 17:22–34)

Paul’s provoked spirit that drives him to missionary outreach underscores an important lesson: draw near to those who are far off. (Exposition of Acts 17:16–21)

The example of the Berean believers provides a strong model for us today: respond to the Scriptures with faith. (Exposition of Acts 17:1–15)

As Philippian jailer’s heart is unshackled by the Spirit of God, we see that what the wicked mean for evil, God means for good. (Exposition of Acts 16:25–40)

When Paul casts out a spirit of divination in the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus’ power over demons provokes demonic rage. (Exposition of Acts 16:16–24)

As the Holy Spirit leads missionaries away from some areas and toward others, we see that the Spirit of Jesus builds Jesus’ church. (Exposition of Acts 16:6–15)

Paul’s actions in Acts 16 demonstrate that, in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything (Gal. 5:6). (Exposition on Acts 16:1–5)

When Paul and Barnabas separate, we learn a valuable ministry lesson: Christ builds his kingdom through disagreement. (Exposition of Acts 15:36–41)

The Jerusalem Council and its follow-up show that godly authority blesses the church with joy, encouragement, strength, and peace. (Exposition of Acts 15:22–35)

The Council of Jerusalem in Acts 15 sets an example for us today: the church must judge controversies in the light of God’s Word. (Exposition of Acts 15:1–21)