What does it truly mean to be a successful, faithful church in the eyes of God? In this powerful message from Acts 14:24–28, Pastor Ben Hill unpacks the conclusion of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey and examines the blueprint of a "sending church."

Using the inspiring, real-life story of Linda—a woman who began intentionally sharing her faith at age 60 and witnessed over 3,100 gospel conversions by her 80s—this sermon challenges us to step out of our comfort zones and into the mission field right in our own backyards.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• Reaching the Unreached Local Group: While global missions are vital, we cannot forget the unreached people in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and families.
• Releasing Faithful People: True kingdom growth requires a willingness to send out our best leaders, resources, and prayers to plant new seeds for the gospel.
• Shifting the Metric of Success: God doesn't measure a church's success by how many people it hoards or keeps in the building, but by our collective obedience to the Great Commission.
• Rejoicing in God’s Work: When we testify, our focus must remain strictly on what God has done through us, pointing all praise back to Him.

Whether you feel ill-equipped or are looking to rekindle your passion for sharing your faith, this episode will encourage you to stop hoarding the "seed" of the gospel and start sowing it intentionally in your community.

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