The History of The Church

7 Weeks

Big Idea of the Series

In this seven-week series, we will consider some of the world-changing moments in the first sixty years of the history of the church. We will see how the Holy Spirit built up a worldwide community of faith through Jesus alone. Through our history, we will discover how to faithfully follow Jesus today. We will learn about how God is working amid persecution; the importance of sharing the gospel with those on the margins; the centrality of missions; the way the gospel tears down barriers among diverse peoples; how the canon of Scripture was formed; and what the Bible’s purpose is.

Using This Series Guide

What is the Series Guide?

The Series Guide is a comprehensive resource designed to help you lead your congregation through this sermon series. It includes weekly sermon outlines, discussion questions, and key theological insights to support your teaching preparation.

Each guide has been thoughtfully crafted to provide you with both depth and flexibility as you prepare your messages.

This series includes 7 weeks of content.

What is the Series Guide Not?

The Series Guide is not a word-for-word sermon script. It's not meant to replace your own study and preparation, but rather to complement it with additional resources and structure.

It also doesn't include all media assets - those are available in the downloads section.

How Do I Use this Series Guide?

We recommend starting with the series overview to understand the big picture themes. Then, for each week, review the scripture passages, main points, and illustrations provided.

Use the discussion questions for small groups or to spark your own thinking. Feel free to adapt any content to fit your congregation's specific needs and context.