22 September 2026
Pastor Brant Van Rolkel of Christ Church Kitsilano preaches on Acts 2:42–47, exploring how the early church became a powerful force for God's mission by cultivating four essential loves. Drawing on the metaphor of a compass that kept timber cruisers oriented in the wilderness, he explains that the Holy Spirit calibrates believers and churches toward their mission—to glorify God and make disciples—by filling hearts with love for Scripture, love for one another, love for God, and love for the lost. The early church, though made up of linguistically and culturally diverse people, experienced supernatural unity and generosity, devoted themselves to apostolic teaching and prayer, and radiated such joy and love that people were drawn to Jesus and saved. Van Rolkel urges the congregation to grow in these same four loves through consistent Bible study, intentional community, worship, and bold witness so that Christ Church Kitsilano might glorify God and transform their neighborhood with the gospel.
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