The Stone the Builders Rejected

Sam DeSocio | 3/2/25 | Acts 4:5-22

In this challenging sermon, Pastor Sam DeSocio draws a comparison between two paths: pursuing comfort or choosing courage. Through the story of Peter and John standing boldly before religious authorities in Acts 4, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer's courageous return to Nazi Germany, we see how following Jesus means making difficult choices. Are you living a Christianity of convenience or one of courageous obedience? Join us as we explore what it truly means to hand your life over to Christ rather than settling for a comfortable religion. 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - The Story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer 3:30 - Right Choice vs. Easy Choice 4:03 - Scripture Reading from Acts 4:5-22 11:52 - The Rulers' Focus on Position vs. God's Work 14:24 - Credentials vs. Experience with Jesus 20:49 - Managing vs. Pursuing Obedience 25:36 - The Danger of Comfortable Christianity 30:41 - Christianity as a Partitioned Life 37:00 - What Jesus Really Offers 39:53 - The Reality of Following Christ 43:50 - Closing Prayer and Challenge #ChristianLiving #Courage #Faith #BoldFaith #Bonhoeffer #ActsOfTheApostles #BiblicalTeaching #CourageOverComfort #ChristianObedience #SpiritualGrowth #GospelTruth #ChristianSermon #ChurchCommunity #FaithJourney