Church Planting Resident, Rich Bowman, who is preparing to plant Oasis Church in Charlotte in the fall of 2026 shares his journey from Houston to North Dakota—where God transformed his life after a paralyzing football injury—to illuminate how everyday believers can revolutionize their communities. Through the lens of Acts 8, he reveals how early Christians turned persecution into purpose, spreading the Gospel beyond Jerusalem's walls not through professional clergy, but through ordinary people passionate about sharing Jesus. Whether you're wrestling with sharing your faith or seeking to make a deeper impact, this sermon offers practical wisdom for proclaiming good news and practicing good deeds in our city.

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