Anniversary Sunday (1999)
Tom Shrader marks EVBC's 8th anniversary, reflecting on Acts 2:42 and casting vision for growth.
What I Learned on My Summer Vacation (1999)
Tom Shrader on contentment and complaining from Philippians 2:14 and 1 Timothy 6:6.
What I Taught at the Summer Camp (1999)
Tom Shrader teaches six lessons from Daniel 1–6 on integrity, faith, and God's sovereignty.
Introduction
Tom Shrader introduces Acts: authorship, dating, structure, and the Holy Spirit's role in the early church.
Our Job Description: A Witness
Acts 1:8 teaching: Tom Shrader on Spirit-empowered witnessing and evangelism for God's glory.
Lesson From Littleton
Romans 8:28 and the Columbine tragedy: Tom Shrader on God's sovereignty in suffering.
Final Preparation for Pentecost
Acts 1:9-26: ascension, Christ's return, and the election of Matthias
The Holy Spirit Comes to Empower
Acts 2:1-4 teaching on Pentecost, Spirit baptism vs. Spirit filling, and the Holy Spirit's empowering work.
The Tongues of Pentecost
Acts 2:5-21: Tom Shrader explains the tongues of Pentecost as known languages and signs for unbelievers.
Peter's Message at Pentecost
Acts 2:22-39 — Peter's Pentecost sermon on Christ's resurrection, God's plan, and repentance.
God's Model for the Church
Acts 2:42 explained: Tom Shrader on the four essentials for church and spiritual growth.
I'll Give You What I Have
Acts 3:1-12 — Peter heals a lame beggar; Tom Shrader on healing, sovereignty, and faith.
Men of Israel, Listen Up
Acts 3:12-26: Peter's second sermon on repentance, the risen Christ, and forgiveness of sin.
The Exclusive, Narrow Road
Acts 4:1-12: Peter before the Sanhedrin — Christ is the only name that saves.
I Have Been With Jesus
Acts 4:13 teaching: what does it look like when others can see you've been with Jesus?
Should We Obey You or God?
Acts 4:13-31: Tom Shrader on obeying God over human authority and the sovereignty of God in trials.
The Power of God in the Church
Acts 5:12-32 — Tom Shrader on miracles, persecution, and apostolic boldness in the early church.
How to Rejoice While Persecuted
Acts 5:33-42: Tom Shrader explains how the apostles rejoiced under persecution and how you can too.
What It Takes to Be a Follower
Acts 6:1-7: Tom Shrader on Spirit-filled service, resolving church conflict, and faithful stewardship.
Stephen: A Role Model
Acts 6–8: Tom Shrader on Stephen's martyrdom, bold faith, and being ready to defend the gospel.