“YOU CAN’T FOOL GOD” Acts 5:1-16

Posted on October 2, 2022October 2, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

You might fool some people, but NOONE can fool God.

ANANIAS & SAPPHIRA P___________
1. … numerous G____ from many people, including Barnabas.
2. Ananias and Sapphira C____________ the attention …
3. This couple sold some property, but T_________ the facts.
ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA C____________ IN SIN TOGETHER.
1. This couple was U____________ in their conspiracy.
2. Ananias P__________ the gift, laying it before the apostles.
3. Ananias and Sapphira tried to LIE to G___ in this deception.
4. Be T_____________ about what you are giving to God.
ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA P_______________ TOGETHER.
1. They did not recognize that C______ is Head of the church. Ephesians 5:23; Colossians 1:18
2. God reads a person’s H_________.
3. Both Ananias & Sapphira were struck dead I____________. Revelation 21:5-9; Galatians 5:19-21
4. God hates those who habitually L___ and commit other sin. John 8:44

A LIAR STANDS IN OPPOSITION TO TRUTH. GOD IS TRUTH. Be careful that you are not opposing God with lies in your life.

WE CAN NOT FOOL GOD IN ANY AREA OF OUR LIFE.

“SON OF ENCOURAGEMENT” Acts 4:32-37

Posted on September 25, 2022September 25, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

A FAITHFUL B_____________ SERVING THE LORD.
1. Barnabas was a L_________, descended from Aaron.
2. Barnabas rejected his status as a P_________ to follow Jesus.
3. Barnabas did not F_________ his ancestry or privileges.
4. Every member of the Church was U________ in living for Jesus.
5. The Spirit blessed Barnabas with the gift of E________________.
GOD’S LOVE IN BARNABAS LED HIM TO SACRIFICIALLY G_____. Luke 6:36-38
1. Jesus was the M________ of the heart of Barnabas.
2. Barnabas knew that he was one part of the B_______ of Christ. First Corinthians 12:12-26
3. He considered his possessions as a R__________ to help others.
4. The greatest love is to give your L_____ for the good of others. John 15:13; Acts 13
BARNABAS SUBMITTED TO THE GUIDANCE OF GOD’S S_______. Acts 2:38
1. The Holy Spirit grows the nature of G____ with fruit in believers. Galatians 5:22-23
2. Barnabas was a G_______ man because he reflected Jesus. Luke 18:19; 3^rd John 1:11
3. Barnabas was a great W_________ for Jesus.
4. Barnabas was enabled to see the P__________ in other people. Acts 9:26-27; 11:20f; 15:1f

I Thessalonians 5:11 Are we a discourager or an encourager?

“SPEAK WITH POWER” Acts 4:1-12

Posted on September 18, 2022September 18, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

GOD SPEAKS THROUGH PEOPLE FROM E________ WALK OF LIFE
1. Peter and John were F______________ by trade.
2. The man healed from lameness had no F__________
3. God empowers B_____________from all areas of life.
4. The message about Jesus Christ is S__________, yet profound.
5. The message about Jesus is T________.
THE HOLY SPIRIT IS THE D__________ OF THE MESSAGE. Luke 12:11-12
1. (v.8) Peter was F_________ with the Holy Spirit … given the words…
2. The same Spirit I____________ and guided the authors of the Bible. II Timothy 3:16-17; John 20:31
3. The same Spirit is given to every B______________ who obeys Jesus. Acts 2:38; Romans 8:9-11
4. Jesus will judge every person by their W_________. Matthew 12:37
CHRISTIANS SPEAK BY THE A______________ OF THE KING. John 14:6
1. The apostles were acting under O___________. Matthew 28:18
2. The apostles obeyed the command of G______, not that of men.
3. The apostles refused to S_____ telling others. Acts 4:12; Jn. 10:7-9
4. The apostles were C_____________ to tell others. I Corinthians 9:16
CHRISTIANS ARE EMPOWERED TO FACE ALL O__________________.
1. Jesus promised that we W_____ face resistance, persecution & death. John 16:1-4
2. The Lord of L_____ will always be with you. Matthew 28:20
3. “G________ is He who is in you than he who is in the world.” I John 4:4

“THE BASIS OF FAITH” Acts 3:16

Posted on September 11, 2022September 11, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

Matthew 7:24f

John 3:16-18

Hebrews 11:6

Do we limit our faith in the power of Jesus and His name, or do we live in the center of faith, walking hand in hand with the Creator?

FAITH IN THE NAME OF J______ PROVIDED THE HEALING.12
1. The F_______ of Peter and John in Jesus was well established. John 21:25
2. Jesus had T_________ the disciples to believe in Him.
3. The apostles are filled with the Holy S_______, walking in His power and guidance.
4. God was G____________ through this miracle of faith. Acts 4:22
FAITH IS STILL THE BASIS OF L_________
1. Faith is D____________ in Hebrews 11:1.
2. By faith, we accept the B_____ as truth and as the word of God. Psalm 119; II Timothy 3:16-17
3. Faith requires us to take appropriate A________ on our part. James 2:17
4. The faith of J_______ never failed Him… Philippians 4:13

Faith in Jesus is the basis for us to live each day to His glory.

“WORLD OF BEGGARS” Acts 3:1-16

Posted on September 4, 2022September 4, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

Psalm 104; Job 41; Matthew 6:11, 26f

What are you begging for? From whom are you begging?

POVERTY HAS BEEN PART OF OUR H_________
1. The curse of S_____ on Adam and Eve brought difficulties to all. Genesis 3:17-19; 4:12
2. Some poverty results from personal Proverbs 23:21
3. God warned King S_________, some troubles are from Heaven. II Chronicles 7:13f.
4. We can learn C____________ through poverty. Philippians 4:11f
POVERTY AND NEED PLAGUED THE FIRST C__________
1. M___________ knowledge and treatments were very limited. Matthew 4:23
2. Most people were financially P______. Matthew 17:24f
3. Roman occupation and T________________ plagued the people.
4. There was no P________ sponsored relief system.
5. P_____________ and need continue even today.
GOD SENDS R___________ FROM ALL THAT DESTROYS US.
1. God separated Adam and Eve from the two T_________ in Eden.
2. God provided His perfect L_______ through Moses.
3. Sending a R_____________ was God’s greatest gift for people. Romans 8:12-16

Christians are no longer beggars, but are made children of the Living God through Jesus, Lord of Life.

“OUR STEADFAST WALK” Acts 2:41-47

Posted on August 28, 2022August 28, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

DEVOTION TO THE TEACHING OF THE A____________.
1. Jesus C_______________ the apostles to preach His words of life.
2. Jesus had promised them heavenly P__________; they had received it.
3. There is no other M__________ as important … we must tell others!
4. The Bible is our main G________, especially the New Testament. II Tim. 3:16f
DEVOTION TO F_______________. (Gr) koinonia: sharer/participant.
1. Studying scripture T_____________ is the primary way of learning.
2. Sharing in the Lord’s S____________.
3. Combining our O_____________.
4. Paul and Barnabas shared in P______________ the Gospel.
DEVOTION TO THE B______________ OF BREAD.
1. The church enjoyed S____________ meals with each other.
2. The church shared meals with G____________ and sincerity. V. 46f
3. The Breaking of Bread also refers to C_______________.
DEVOTION TO P_____________.
1. The first century church was D____________ upon God’s input.
2. J_______ taught and lived a lifestyle of prayer.
3. We are to pray for God’s G______________ in all things. Acts 1:14, 24
4. A praying C____________ is a God powered and blessed church.
DEVOTION TO B____________________.
1. Compassion, concern and A____________ flowed between the people.
2. They trusted in God’s P_____________.
3. Believers gave L____________, willingly & generously…
DEVOTION TO U__________ IN THE TEACHINGS OF CHRIST JESUS.
1. The first century church worked to E_________ only Christ.
2. Jesus prayed for the church to be united in H___. John 17
3. The New Testament was W_________ as God’s truth.
DEVOTION TO J____ IN CHRIST.
1. Obeying the C__________ of Jesus brings His joy. John 15:8-11
2. The church working T____________ for the glory of Christ.
3. Holy Spirit is able to develop His F____________ (Joy). Gal. 5:22f; Phil.4:4

“THE GIFT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT” Acts 1:8 – 2:38

Posted on August 21, 2022August 21, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

The Characteristics of the Holy Spirit T____________ our Nature. Galatians 5:22-23
1. L______ is necessary, for God is Love. I Corinthians 13:4-8.
2. J____ flows from your life because of God’s plan for you.
3. The P______ of God comforts our soul. Psalm 23
4. God’s P___________ helps us to perceiver.
5. K_________ to others is vital as we reflect our Father. 7:12
6. G____________ reigns as we copy the example of our Father.
7. F________________ sustains believers in keeping true to Christ.
8. G_____________ prevails in our words, attitudes and actions …
9. S_____-C__________ from our Father who has all control.
God’s Spirit Gives Differing G_____ of Talents & Abilities to Every Servant of God. Psalm 139
1. Exodus 31 speaks of two M___ given spiritual gifts …
2. T______ differing lists of Spiritual Gifts in the New Testament … 12:6-8; Ephesians 4:11f; I Corinthians 12:4-11
3. Spiritual gifts: classified in three different G_______ by Dr. Larry Gilbert. 1. Miraculous; 2. Enabling; and, 3. Team.
Spiritual Gifts Are G___________ By the Holy Spirit To People. I Corinthians 12-14
1. There are M______ Spiritual Gifts given by the Spirit. (12:4-6)
2. All spiritual gifts are for the common G____ of the church. (12:7)
3. The Spirit D_________ who gets which gifts. I Corinthians 12:11
4. Use your gifts to help the church B_____. I Corinthians 12:12-27

“THE NEW COVENANT BEGINS” Acts 2:1-36

Posted on August 14, 2022August 14, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

God opened the doors of salvation to all people who accept Jesus.

The Message of G_____ News Begins. Acts 2:1-8
1. Jesus had strengthened the apostles for ___
2. Pentecost was a S_______ 50 days after Passover at the
3. God began to F______Joel 2:28-32 through the twelve
4. The arrival of the Holy Spirit was the P_______ from the
The Message of Good News Focused on J_______. Acts 2:22-25
1. The ministry and M________ of Jesus were known by the
2. Peter quotes Psalm 16:8-11, a prophecy of King D_______.
3. Peter… the apostles are eye W________ of the resurrected Lord. I Corinthians 15:1-8
4. These Jews have crucified their M___________ (V. 36).
5. Many in the crowd believed and accepted their G____. V.37-42.
Salvation From Sin Through Jesus Is For E_____________.
1. All H______flesh … influenced by the Spirit. 17-21; Joel 2:28f
2. Abraham: every N________ would be blessed through His seed. Genesis 22:18
3. Nicodemus: God’s love for the W________. John 3:16-18
4. Jesus: all who C____________ Him as Lord would be saved. Matthew 10:32f

Galatians 3:27-29

“CHRISTIANS INFLUENCED BY A.D.D.” Acts 1:6-11

Posted on August 7, 2022August 7, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

Which spiritual A.D.D. controls us?

G__________ AGAINST DISTRACTIONS AND DERAILMENT: (V. 6-7)
1. The A____________ have just invested 3½ years of their lives.
2. They want to restore Israel’s P____________ kingdom.
3. The disciples have even C___________ leadership positions.
4. Many today self-identify as “God’s C___________ ones.”
5. US citizens have the privilege to V______… acting as salt; light.
The apostles wanted to know F_________ events.
1. F________ religions are based upon imitation messages of gods.
2. Entertainment sources focus on psychics, reincarnation, etc.
3. Are you pursuing horoscopes, Ouija Boards, tarot Cards, etc.? Leviticus 20:27; Acts 16:16ff; Acts 19:19; Proverbs 3:5-6
Some disciples wanted to have the K__________________ of God.
1. Satan tempted E____ with this deception. Genesis 3:5
2. God has N_________ permitted knowledge of t/ future unless…
3. Jesus commands us to not W_________ about tomorrow.
J____ CALLS HIS FOLLOWERS TO HIS A.D.D. (Almighty Divine Directive).
1. Christians are given Divine P________ at our Enrollment…
2. Christ gave t/ church a PLAN OF A________. (v. 8)
3. The disciples O__________ Jesus Christ.
  1. This same Spirit is to be moving us. Romans 8:16-17
  2. We have inherited t/ Great Commission. Mark 16:15-16
4. The apostles were awestruck by Christ’s dramatic E______.
5. Remember who the L______ is and who the Servant is.

“THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT” ACTS 1:1-8

Posted on July 31, 2022July 31, 2022 by ValleyChristianChurch

How Has The Holy Spirit Been Active In H____________?
1. … was active in C_______________. Genesis 1:2, 26; Isaiah 40:13
2. Sin filled the E______. God warned, His Spirit would leave. Genesis 6:3
3. Old Testament records only a F____ people received the Spirit.
4. The Spirit descended upon J_______. Matthew 3:16-17
5. Promise: every B__________ would receive … John 14:16-26; 16:7-15
6. … God’s G_____ to every believer immersed into Christ. Acts 2:38
Who Has Been I________________ By The Holy Spirit?
1. Select C_______________ were filled with the Spirit. Exodus 31:3-6
2. The Spirit of God empowered the J___________ of Israel to lead.
3. The Spirit entered King .. I Samuel 10:5-13; 16:14
4. M______ became pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1
5. Christians are called T_________ of the Holy Spirit. I Corinthians 3:16
What Happens To People Who R________ the Holy Spirit?
1. God’s J_____________ came upon the ancient world. Genesis 7
2. Samson lost all his S___________ when he betrayed … Judges 16:20
3. Jewish leaders R_______.. sold themselves to Satan. John 8:42f
4. Ananias & Sapphira lied to the Spirit – struck dead. Acts 5
5. Elymas the magician was blinded for defying the Spirit. Acts 13
What Happens To People Who A__________ the Holy Spirit?
1. Part of God Lives I__________ of Every Believer. John 14:16-17
2. The Spirit of God I____________ John 14:26; 16:13
3. …given variety of spiritual gifts, ministries, T__________ and effects.
4. The Spirit I________________ for believers. (Romans 8:26-27)
5. The Spirit S________ believers in Eternal Life. Ephesians 1:13-14
6. Believers take on the F________ of the Spirit. Galatians 5:22-23.