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Cold Scholar, Warm Admirer, or Committed Follower

Aug 3, 2025    Pastor Lance Ainsworth

Have you ever wondered how a small group of Jesus’ followers turned into a global movement of hundreds of millions?


The book of Acts gives us a powerful glimpse into the first three decades of the Church—from 33 AD to 64 AD—when a gospel movement was born. In just 30 years, the message of Jesus began to spread with such force and impact that it has since shaped civilization, culture, education, medicine, freedom, and family life around the world.

You could say the gospel has gone viral.


Throughout history, people have approached Acts from different angles:

The cold scholar sees it as a record of dates, places, and historical figures.

The casual admirer treats it like a museum—something to observe from a distance.

But the committed disciple reads it as a call to action—a blueprint for continuing the mission of Jesus.


Our goal is to respond not as scholars or admirers, but as committed disciples. Let’s continue the mission of Jesus Christ, becoming His witnesses in our Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.