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Multiply – Resurrected Life

Text: Acts 5 & 6

Main Idea:
A reliance on the Holy Spirit, faithful prayer and preaching, and a decentralization of care resulted in multiplication.

I. We Multiply Through the Power of the Holy Spirit

Text: Acts 5:14–16

• The Apostles were conduits for the Spirit’s power—people came from everywhere to be healed.

• The Holy Spirit empowered them not just for healing but for witness (Acts 1:6–8).

• We receive the Spirit by repenting and believing in Jesus (Acts 2:38–39).

• The principle today: God still does miraculous things through those who surrender to Him.

II. We Multiply Through Faithful Prayer and Preaching

Text: Acts 6:1–4

• Apostles prioritized their calling: prayer and preaching the Word.

• Delegated practical tasks to qualified, Spirit-filled leaders.

• Faithful preaching is vital—God’s Word discerns hearts and equips believers (Heb. 4:12, 2 Tim. 3:16–17).

• Prayer is powerful and essential (James 5:16–18).

III. We Multiply Through the Decentralization of Care

Text: Acts 6:5–7

• The Apostles empowered others to lead and serve.

• Everyone has a role and gift to contribute to the church (Romans 12:4–9).

• Multiplication happens when everyone participates in the mission.

• Decentralization allows preachers to focus on Word and prayer while others meet practical needs.

Conclusion: The Lord’s Supper & The Mission

Text: 1 Cor. 11:17–26, Matt. 28:18–20

• Communion reminds us of our unity in Christ and our mission.

• We are sent out to make disciples, empowered by the resurrected life and presence of Jesus.

Speaker: Dan Krause

May 4, 2025

Acts 5:1-6:7

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