Stonepoint Church Podcast

Pastor Brandon Bachtel emphasizes the importance of authenticity in the church by contrasting the actions of Barnabas, who generously gave everything, with Ananias and Sapphira, who lied about their contributions. He warns that pretending to be something we are not can lead to serious consequences. The sermon underscores that God desires genuine believers who live in the light and can reflect His grace authentically to others.

Brandon Bachtel | Acts of the Church

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Pastor Brandon highlights the apostles' boldness in proclaiming Jesus as the sole path to salvation. He emphasizes the transformative power of being with Jesus and encourages believers to seek continuous ways to grow spiritually and in their gospel witness.

This second message of the series, emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as depicted in Acts 2 and the significance of Peter’s message to the early church. It illustrates how the outpouring of the Spirit marks a new covenant, allowing all people, regardless of background, to receive God’s grace and be empowered to proclaim His name. Cody highlights the importance of repentance, baptism, and living a life filled with the Spirit as evidence of a genuine faith experience. He calls the church to engage in prayer and fasting, seeking a deeper dependence on God’s presence and purpose in their lives, urging them to be active participants in their spiritual journey.

Cody King | Acts of the Church

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In the message of the series, Brandon emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as depicted in Acts 2 and the significance of Peter’s message to the early church. He illustrates how the outpouring of the Spirit marks a new covenant, allowing all people, regardless of background, to receive God’s grace and be empowered to proclaim His name. Brandon highlights the importance of repentance, baptism, and living a life filled with the Spirit as evidence of a genuine faith experience. He calls the church to engage in prayer and fasting, seeking a deeper dependence on God’s presence and purpose in their lives, urging them to be active participants in their spiritual journey.

Brandon Bachtel | Acts of the Church

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Pastor Brandon Bachtel emphasizes the church's vital role in fulfilling its divine purpose as he begins a new series on the Book of Acts. He encourages the church to explore the early church's dynamic relationship with the power, presence, and purpose of God. Pastor Brandon highlights the significance and essential role of the Holy Spirit, who empowers believers and enables them to spread the message of Jesus Christ throughout the world. Ultimately, the aim is for each member to recognize their call to be a witness for Christ and actively participate in God's mission to reach those who have yet to hear His name.

Brandon Bachtel | Acts of the Church

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Pastor Brandon concluded the series on the Book of Jonah, emphasizing that Jonah's story reveals the human tendency to desire grace for ourselves while wishing for judgment on others. He highlighted Jonah's anger at God's mercy towards the wicked city of Nineveh, showcasing the struggle between divine compassion and human judgment. The sermon urged listeners to reflect on their own hearts, questioning whether they genuinely care for the salvation of others or if they are wrapped up in their own desires. Ultimately, Pastor Brandon challenged everyone to live On Mission and share God's love, encouraging a transformation in how we view and interact with those we perceive as undeserving of grace.

Brandon Bachtel | On Mission

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Pastor Brandon teaches in chapter 3 of the story of Jonah, emphasizing God's mercy and the power of repentance. Jonah's reluctant mission to Nineveh highlights God's compassion for all nations. The sermon challenges believers to share God's message of grace, urging them to awaken from spiritual slumber and spread hope.

Brandon Bachtel | On Mission

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In Jonah chapter 2, Brandon emphasizes the transformative power of God's grace for those who have hit rock bottom, using the story of Jonah as a key illustration. Jonah's descent away from God illustrates how sin separates us from Him, often leading us to despair, but it is in our lowest moments that we can look up and call upon God for salvation. He highlights that true salvation belongs to the Lord, not through our efforts but through God’s merciful intervention, which is epitomized in Jesus. Ultimately, Pastor Brandon encourages listeners to confront their despair and recognize that God can restore and redeem, offering hope even in the direst circumstances.

Brandon Bachtel | On Mission

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This week we look at Jonah's self-absorption and parallel it to the story Jesus tells in Luke 18. Self-absorbed people show contempt for others, compare themselves to others, and seek to exalt themselves. We see the contrast in 1 Timothy with Paul's humility. Dive in with us as we study God's word together.

Brandon Bachtel | On Mission

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This week we explore the story of Jonah and how our resistance to God’s calling can put not only ourselves but others in danger. We dive into Jonah's journey of fleeing from God's command to go to Nineveh, and the impact his disobedience had on everyone around him—from the sailors to the people of Nineveh. How does our resistance to God's mission affect the world, and what lessons can we learn about partnering with God in His mission?

On Mission | Brandon Bachtel

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