Anthem Church

the early church, the Spirit shows up in power—not simply with miracles or bold preaching, but with a community whose hands suddenly open. After praying for courage, the believers in Acts 4 experience a fresh arrival of God’s presence, and the result is radical unity and radical generosity. This week we explore how God frees our hearts from fear, loosens our grip on our possessions, and forms a people who testify to Jesus in both word and deed.

Acts 4:23–37 with Josh LewisIn the face of fear, opposition, and uncertainty, the early church didn’t shrink back—they prayed, were filled again with the Holy Spirit, and overflowed with radical generosity. In this teaching, we explore how God’s presence forms a people who give freely, courageously, and joyfully because they know the generosity they have received in Christ.

Acts 1-4 with Joshua LewisJesus promises a beautiful Kingdom—but tells his disciples to wait for power. This teaching walks through Acts 1–4 and the pattern of the early church: wait, witness, face resistance, pray, and receive fresh boldness by the Holy Spirit.

Acts 16 with Shaun GarmanIn Acts 16, we see a God who redirects steps, shuts strategic doors, and then opens human hearts in ways only He can. From Timothy’s faithfulness to Lydia’s conversion, to Paul and Silas singing in a prison cell, this passage reveals a Spirit who leads with both authority and tenderness. Shaun walks us through this incredible chapter, inviting us to see the Jesus who still frees captives, confronts evil, and meets His people in their wounds.

Matthew 16:21–28 with Tom LogueJesus turns toward the cross and invites His followers to do the same. When Peter tries to redirect Him toward an easier way, Jesus rebukes him—but not to cast him off. He calls him back to his rightful place: behind Him. True life is found in following Jesus.