Seems a Little Extreme!

August 3, 2025

Is God’s response to sin really too extreme—or have we lost sight of holiness? Dive into Acts 5 and rediscover the power of a Spirit-filled, unified church.

In this challenging and illuminating message, we confront a story that often feels out of place in the New Testament—the sudden deaths of Ananias and Sapphira. Why would such a harsh consequence occur in an age marked by grace?

Pastor Jim guides us through a deeper understanding of God's holiness by connecting this passage to the stories of Genesis and Israel's entry into the Promised Land. These narratives reveal a consistent biblical theme: when God's presence is powerfully manifest, purity matters—and sin has devastating consequences.

We’re reminded that the early church was marked by unity, selflessness, and spiritual power. In contrast, today’s churches often accept the same sins found in the world—gossip, pride, ego—without realizing how they grieve the Spirit and weaken our witness. Through honesty, repentance, and mutual accountability, we are called back to the kind of holiness that allows God’s presence to flourish.