Acts 4:7-31 | 13 July 2025
In his sermon, Stephen Foster presents obedience not as a restrictive duty, but as the primary expression of our love for Jesus and the key to unlocking God's blessing. He challenges the common assumption that following God leads to an easy life, arguing instead that true obedience inevitably brings a combination of both opposition and opportunity. Foster explains that God masterfully uses the force of the opposition we face—be it criticism, setbacks, or direct threats—to turn it for His advantage and reveal His purposes. Therefore, believers should not be discouraged or distracted by challenges, but rather see them as a sign that God is on the move and an opportunity for His power to be displayed.