This episode looks at the early church's growing pains in Acts 6 and how they handled it with wisdom and unity.
Learn how prioritizing prayer, Scripture, and shared responsibility can help any church—and any believer—stay focused on what really matters.

Key Take Aways:

1. A growing church will always face challenges, but staying rooted in prayer and the Word keeps it healthy.
2. Disunity and distractions can quietly divide a church; unity requires intentional effort and clear communication.
3. Everyone has a role in the mission. Church isn’t just for pastors or leaders; it’s for all of us.
4. Serving others is not optional! It’s essential to spiritual growth and church health.
5. God honors churches that stay mission-focused, disciple-making, and led by the Spirit.

Key Scripture: Acts 6

Speaker: Marty Godfrey
Series: His Word, His Plan, His People
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

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In this message from Acts 4:32–5:11, we’re reminded that opposition to the gospel doesn't always come from the outside. Sometimes, it starts within. We look at how the early church responded with unity, integrity, boldness, and radical generosity. And how one couple’s dishonesty became a cautionary tale for all believers.

You’ll be challenged to evaluate your own heart, ask what you’re truly surrendered to, and reflect on what it means to be unified with Christ and His church.

5 Key Insights:
• Real church unity isn’t just about showing up—it’s about aligning your heart with God's mission.
• Satan doesn’t just attack from the outside. He also works through division, dishonesty, and distraction inside the church.
• When believers are unified in mission and spirit, the gospel spreads and lives are changed.
• Radical generosity is a result of spiritual unity, not a requirement for it.
• Living with integrity and reverence for God protects us from becoming spiritually compromised.

Scripture: Acts 4 & Acts 5

Speaker: Matt Petty
Series: Spirit, Power & The Church
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

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