We Need You (Acts 6:1-7) | Let Down Your Nets | Mike Kelsey

Main message: The pastor uses Acts 6 to introduce the church’s five-year vision "Let Down Your Nets," teaching that as the church pursues more people for Christ we should expect growth, expect problems, and expect responsibility — and each member is called to offer their unique gifts so the gospel can multiply.

Key points:

• Vision summary: "Let Down Your Nets" with four targets (one person at a time; start five new congregations; disciple 10,000 members; impact 20 million worldwide).
• Expect growth: Scripture (Acts and elsewhere) shows Jesus intends the church to grow as the gospel spreads; growth is good when rightly motivated.
• Expect problems: Growth exposes organizational and cultural tensions (Acts 6’s Hellenists vs. Hebrews); unity requires intentional love across differences.
• Expect responsibility: The apostles delegated so people with the right character and competency could serve; members are called to use their distinct backgrounds and gifts in ministry.
• Serving matters: Small, faithful acts of service can lead to significant gospel fruit (e.g., Stephen and Philip in Acts).

Scriptures mentioned: Acts 6, Acts 6:7, Acts 2:41, Acts 2:47, Acts 4:4, Acts 5:14, Acts 8, Luke 5, Luke 15, 1 Corinthians 12:4, Matthew 16:18