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Stephen’s martyrdom and the un-killability of faithfulness (Growing Deeper with Acts 6:8 – 7:60)

Jul 4, 2021

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In this episode of The Pulse Podcast I give an in-depth look at the martyrdom of Stephen, the un-killability of faithfulness, and how this fortifies our faith today.

Courage and holy boldness no matter what (Growing Deeper with Acts 4:1-31)

Jun 6, 2021

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Matthew Ruttan

in Bible Studies, Podcast

In this episode of The Pulse Podcast I give an in-depth look at Acts 4:1-31, a story about the disciples faith in the face of threat as a part of the young church; I stress 3 takeaways for our situation today.

Carriers of the Holy Spirit [Sermon]

May 24, 2021

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Matthew Ruttan

in Sermons

The Holy Spirit can be neglected. That’s a mistake. This Pentecost sermon on Acts 2:1-41 explains who the Holy Spirit is, the significance for believers then (and now), our basis for church unity and how low-drama spirituality can have a highly dramatic impact.

Fasting: Powerful, passed-over, and counter-cultural

May 12, 2021

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Matthew Ruttan

in Blogs, Feature Talks, Podcast

In this episode of The Pulse Podcast, I discuss the much-neglected (but powerful) practice of fasting. Our society is more into self-indulgence than self-control. But Jesus assumed his disciples would do it. So here is some background and help.