In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Brian Ball is joined by Brandon Abbott, campus and teaching pastor at the Church at West End, to kick off a nine-week journey through the book of Acts. Together, they dive deep into Acts 1:12–14, exploring the unity, devotion, and hope that characterized the early church as they awaited the coming of the Holy Spirit.
Deuteronomy 15: God commands debt cancellation, generosity toward the poor, release of slaves, and dedication of firstborn animals as reminders of His provision and mercy. Psalm 102: A suffering psalmist cries out to the eternal God, who hears the afflicted and will restore Zion for future generations to praise Him. Isaiah 42: God introduces His servant who will bring justice and light, contrasting His faithfulness with Israel’s spiritual blindness and disobedience. Revelation 12: A cosmic battle unfolds as Satan is cast out of heaven, and he wages war on those who follow Christ and keep God's commands.
Deuteronomy 13–14: Israel is warned to reject all forms of idolatry, maintain holiness through dietary laws, and practice faithful giving to care for others. Psalm 99–101: God is holy and just, worthy of praise and thanks, and His people are called to live with integrity and faithfulness. Isaiah 41: God reassures Israel of His protection and mocks the emptiness of idols, declaring His power over nations and history. Revelation 11: Two witnesses prophesy, are killed and resurrected, and the seventh trumpet announces Christ’s eternal reign and coming judgment.
Deuteronomy 12: God commands Israel to destroy pagan worship sites and to bring offerings only to the place He chooses for His name to dwell. Psalm 97–98: The Lord reigns in righteousness and justice, and all creation is called to rejoice in His power and coming judgment. Isaiah 40: God comforts His people, declares His eternal power, and promises renewed strength to those who trust in Him. Revelation 10: A mighty angel announces the fulfillment of God’s mystery, and John is told to eat a scroll and continue prophesying.
Deuteronomy 11: Moses urges Israel to remember God's mighty works and choose blessing through wholehearted obedience and love for the Lord. Psalm 95–96: God's people are called to worship Him with joy and awe, recognizing His unmatched greatness and coming righteous judgment. Isaiah 39: Hezekiah's prideful display to Babylon leads to Isaiah’s prophecy of future exile and loss for Judah. Revelation 9: The fifth and sixth trumpets unleash terrifying judgment, yet humanity refuses to repent of idolatry and evil.
Deuteronomy 10: God renews His covenant with Israel, reminding them to love, revere, and obey Him with wholehearted devotion. Psalm 94: The psalmist calls on God to judge the wicked and declares Him a refuge for the righteous in troubled times. Isaiah 38: Hezekiah prays for healing and God extends his life by fifteen years, prompting a personal song of gratitude. Revelation 8: The seventh seal is opened, leading to silence and the sounding of the first four trumpets, unleashing catastrophic judgment on the earth.
Deuteronomy 9: Moses reminds Israel that their inheritance is due to God's promise, not their righteousness, and recounts their rebellion and God's mercy. Psalm 92–93: The Lord is praised for His faithful love, justice, and eternal reign over all creation. Isaiah 37: Hezekiah prays for deliverance, and God answers through Isaiah, miraculously defeating the Assyrian army. Revelation 7: God seals 144,000 from Israel and reveals a great multitude of redeemed worshipers from every nation standing before the throne.
Deuteronomy 8: Israel is reminded to remember God's provision in the wilderness and warned not to become proud or forget Him in prosperity. Psalm 91: God promises protection, deliverance, and long life to those who trust and dwell in His presence. Isaiah 36: The Assyrian king threatens Jerusalem, mocking their faith in God and offering false promises of peace. Revelation 6: As the Lamb opens six seals, judgment unfolds with conquest, war, famine, death, martyrdom, and cosmic upheaval.
In this episode of Sermon Notes, Wade Owens – Campus and Teaching Pastor at The Church at Nolensville – and David Hannah – Campus and Teaching Pastor at The Church at Lockeland Springs – kick off a new nine-week series diving into the Book of Acts called "For the Church."
Deuteronomy 7: Israel is commanded to destroy idol-worshiping nations, remain separate, and trust God’s covenant love and protection. Psalm 90: Moses reflects on God's eternal nature, humanity’s frailty, and pleads for mercy, wisdom, and lasting purpose. Isaiah 35: God promises joy, healing, and a holy way for the redeemed as they return to Zion in everlasting gladness. Revelation 5: The Lamb who was slain is found worthy to open the scroll, and all creation worships Him with praise.
Deuteronomy 6: Israel is called to love God fully, teach His commands to their children, and remain faithful in the promised land. Psalm 89: Ethan the Ezrahite praises God's covenant with David but laments its apparent abandonment and pleads for restoration. Isaiah 34: God pronounces devastating judgment on the nations, especially Edom, turning its land into a desolate wasteland. Revelation 4: John sees a vision of God's heavenly throne, surrounded by worship, glory, and unceasing praise from living creatures and elders.
Deuteronomy 5: Moses repeats the Ten Commandments and reminds Israel to obey God fully for their good in the promised land. Psalm 88: The psalmist cries out from deep despair, feeling abandoned and overwhelmed by sorrow and isolation. Isaiah 33: The Lord rises to judge the wicked and protect the righteous, promising peace, justice, and forgiveness in Zion. Revelation 3: Jesus speaks to the churches in Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, urging repentance, perseverance, and wholehearted faith.
