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In Acts 5:1–11, we encounter one of the most sobering and challenging passages in the entire New Testament—the story of Ananias and Sapphira. Why did God judge them so severely? What was their real sin? And what does this account teach the modern church about holiness, hypocrisy, and the fear of the Lord?

In this message, Pastor Timothy Stewart explores how the early church faced not only persecution from the outside, but also deception from within. Through the story of Ananias and Sapphira, we discover that God desires authenticity over appearance, integrity over image, and hearts that fear Him more than they seek the approval of others.

Most importantly, we learn that the fear of the Lord is not terror that drives us from God—it is awe that keeps us from playing games with God. At the cross, God's holiness and mercy meet, revealing why the Gospel is the shortest path to a healthy fear of the Lord.

Whether you're studying the Book of Acts, wrestling with questions about God's judgment, or seeking a deeper understanding of authentic Christianity, this message will challenge and encourage you.

📖 Scripture: Acts 5:1–11

🔹 In This Sermon:
• Ananias and Sapphira Explained
• The Sin of Hypocrisy in the Church
• What It Means to Fear the Lord
• God's Holiness and God's Love
• Satan's Attack on the Church from Within
• The Connection Between Achan and Ananias
• Secret Sin and Spiritual Growth
• The Gospel and Authentic Faith
• Why the Fear of the Lord Is the Beginning of Wisdom

Join us as we continue our journey through the Book of Acts and discover how the early church turned the world upside down through the power of the Holy Spirit and unwavering devotion to Jesus Christ.

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