When life gets difficult, our natural instinct is usually to ask God for an easier path or a quick exit, but the early church in Acts 4 did the exact opposite. If you have ever wondered what true, everyday boldness looks like without just being a jerk, this conversation answers exactly how to shift your mindset and live it out.

00:00 – Intro: Praying for boldness instead of safety 00:22 – Welcome to the Midweek Move 01:00 – From Acts 3 to Acts 4: The continuing narrative of the early church 02:10 – The first major roadblock: Peter and John’s arrest 03:32 – Why the community prayed for boldness over protection 04:26 – Shifting your mindset when things get difficult 05:25 – The source of boldness: Eyewitnesses of the Resurrection 07:22 – What boldness actually looks like (and why it isn't "being a jerk") 09:00 – Boldness as action: Healing, witnessing, and obedience 11:35 – Operating under the authority of Jesus vs. yourself 13:11 – Radical unity: Understanding the community in Acts 4 14:22 – Cultivating generosity without forced obligation 15:58 – The ongoing need to be filled with the Holy Spirit 18:21 – Discernment in giving: Love, trust, and boundaries 19:41 – Looking ahead: The tragedy of Acts chapter 5 21:27 – Closing thoughts and invitation to join us in Shreveport

How should Christians meet the needs of those they encounter? Join us as Dallas takes a look at the example in Acts 3, where Peter and John meet the lame man at the gate called Beautiful.

Check out our original line-by-line conversation on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98

Connect with us! Email: mediahub@shreveport.com Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome to the Podcast 00:42 - A Different Setup: Remembering David Pierce 04:09 - Diving into Acts Chapter 3 05:29 - The Beggar at the Gate Beautiful 07:27 - Peter and John's Response: "Look at us" 08:48 - Looking Past the Surface to See the Deeper Need 10:44 - Application: Looking Deeper in Your Everyday Life 12:45 - How to Be Prepared: Prayer, Scripture, and Community 16:23 - Final Encouragement and Takeaways 17:08 - Outro & The Healing Place Church Information

Are you wondering if the "power" of the Holy Spirit is limited to miraculous signs and wonders? This episode explores how the true result of Pentecost wasn't just the gift of unknown languages, but also the supernatural courage to share your faith and live in a radical, supportive community.

Check out our original Line by Line conversation on the book of Acts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRTXTb-ULMZrO-r2psoaDN7Zx7FQkZ_98

Connect with us! Email: mediahub@shreveport.com Website: www.THPshreveport.com Address: 8957 Kingston Road, Shreveport, Louisiana Service Times: Sunday at 10:00 AM, Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Was Pentecost all about fire and wonderful signs? 01:19 – A summary of the miraculous events and Peter’s sermon in Acts 2. 02:06 – Is Pentecost about more than just signs and wonders? 03:13 – The true purpose of "waiting": Receiving power to be witnesses. 03:43 – Redemption of Babel: How the gift of tongues restored what pride destroyed. 05:04 – Beyond the miracle: Why the power to present the Gospel is the real focus. 07:11 – The transformation of Peter from a man in hiding to a bold preacher. 08:31 – Addressing the "pendulum swing" and the focus on baptism in the Holy Spirit. 10:08 – Why the Holy Spirit and His gifts remain unchanged by human distortion. 13:45 – Taking personal responsibility for faith in the power of the Spirit. 14:12 – The supernatural nature of practical community and shared living. 16:18 – The most underappreciated words of Acts 2: Gladness and Simplicity. 18:40 – Final thoughts: It is the Spirit, not our eloquence, that draws people to Jesus. 21:48 – How to connect with The Healing Place in Shreveport