Network Bible Fellowship

10/28/2026

In Acts 20 Paul is leaving a legacy through encouraging, equipping, and writing letters during this time. He is investing not only in his generation, but generations to come as we still study his letters today. Making the most of your time is trying to keep an eternal perspective on the things that really matter. However, you do not need to change the world to make an eternal difference. You may not preach like Paul, but Jesus taught that if you give a cup of cold water to a little one because he is a disciple, you will not lose your reward (Matt. 10:42). As you share the gospel, or pour your life into others, what seems small to you may make a world of difference for someone else. We are all leaving a legacy. What kind of legacy are you leaving, and is it the one you want it to be?

Who are you investing in today?

10/27/2026

How often do we look back at unfinished projects, unrealized goals, or the years that seem to have flown by and wonder, “Where did the time go?” Time is a precious resource, and none of us knows how much we have been given. The question isn't simply how much time we have, but what we're doing with it? Psalm 90:12 teaches us, “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” When we learn to count our days, we are more likely to make our days count, to make the most of our time. What is one thing you can do today that will make an eternal difference?

Where did the time go?

10/26/2026

How often do we look back and wonder where the time went? Time doesn't last forever, so how do we make the most of it? Small beginnings grow when we invest in others, in things which will outlast us, and in ourselves so that we can stay the course. It's not simply about how much time we have, but what we do with the time we've been given. Check out "Small Beginnings part 39 (Make the Most of Your Time)" at https://youtube.com/live/DrFCmMeNlDM

Count your days and make your days count.

How often do we look back and wonder where the time went? Time does...

10/25/2026

Sermon 10/25/2026: https://youtube.com/live/DrFCmMeNlDM?feature=share

10/22/2026

With the decline of commercialism, Ephesus became more and more dependent with tourism and pilgrim trade associated with the temple and cult of Artemis, which was big business for Ephesus. Problem was, these followers of the Way, (ie. Christians) were no longer buying what they were selling, and enough were turning from idols to Christ that it threatened the profit margin connected with the cult of Artemis. The gospel was not compromised to accommodate the culture, but confronted what was false in it, gods made with hands are not gods. God’s love for the sinner turns us from sin; it does not affirm us in it. In Acts 19 old ways were being threatened because as more people embraced Christ, they looked less like the culture and more like Christ. Our call to is to follow Christ not the crowd.

Follow Christ not the crowd.

10/21/2026

We are good at bringing our agenda to heaven. Lord, help me with, heal so and so. Bless this, that, or the other thing. But are you seeking heaven’s agenda for you? Lord, what do you want me to learn, where do I need to grow, what would you have me to do? Paul was resolved in Acts 19 not to ask God to bless his path, but to follow the path he believed God had for him. He must see Rome, and he would, only not in the way he expected. He would eventually arrive a prisoner in chains. Plans don’t always go as expected, but never forget God works in unexpected ways as Paul’s letters from prison still influence us today. Be open to how and where God may work through you whatever your circumstances may be.

Heaven’s agenda.

10/20/2026

Changing the culture begins with you. The gospel didn’t start by changing cities but changing lives. Look at Paul. He went from zealous persecutor of Christians to zealous preacher of Christ. What changed? He met Jesus. As the gospel spread throughout Ephesus, it began changing what people believed, changing how they lived, what they valued, and how they spent their time and money. When enough lives change, the culture begins to change. We often want to change the world around us, but making a difference begins with allowing Jesus to make a difference in you.

Changing the culture begins with you.

10/19/2026

What began with small beginnings has spread across cities, and here we see its impact on an entire city. Paul was transformed by the gospel, and now he is convincing others and changing lives. As people embrace the truth, their beliefs, values, and priorities change, threatening the interests of those who profit from the old ways. The gospel is no longer something that can be ignored; its impact is being felt throughout the culture. Check out "Small Beginnings part 38 (Cultural Impact)" at https://youtube.com/live/97GeBlL9-9U

Changing the culture begins with individuals.

What began with small beginnings has spread across cities, and here...

10/18/2026

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What began with small beginnings has spread across cities, and here...

10/15/2026

Some Jewish exorcists thought all they needed was to add Jesus’ name to some of their rites and rituals, boy were they surprised. Rites and rituals are no replacement for a relationship with Jesus; it is a relationship with Jesus that has the power to change lives. Check out Acts 19 where the people in Ephesus encountered the power of the gospel and their lives began to change. They didn’t simply add Jesus to their existing practices, the recognized some of the old ways were incompatible with their new life in Christ, and they took action. Their response was costly, but they understood that what they were leaving behind was nothing compared to what they had gained in Christ. The closer you grow to Christ the more your life should look like His. What needs to change in your life so that His life may be more evident in you?

Religion is no substitute for a relationship.