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"He lived there two whole years at his own expense, and welcomed all who came to him, proclaiming the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance."  (Acts 28:30-31 ESV)

Sermon MP3 here. 

 “And you will be my witnesses... to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)... 
Thirty years and 1500 miles later... “...and so we came to Rome.” (Acts 28:14)
• Do I sincerely believe that Jesus’ death for our sins and his resurrection are true historical events?
• Have I been convicted of my own lostness and turned to God in faith and repentance?
• Am I committed to the world-wide expansion of this good news about Jesus?
• Am I submitted to, and living for, the larger and glorious Kingdom of God or for my smaller kingdom of self?
• Have I quenched or grieved God’s Spirit, who desires to give me power and boldness in witness?  
• Am I prepared to give a gracious defense for what I believe and why I believe it?
• Am I using my limitations as an opportunity for advancing the gospel, or as an excuse for not sharing the gospel?






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