The Tree Church Bible Study

In this episode of The Tree Church Bible Study, Pastor Stacy is joined by Pastor Chris and Pastor Zach Stephens as they continue through Acts 27, focusing on the storm Paul warned about finally unfolding. As violent winds overtake the ship, the crew responds with desperation, throwing cargo overboard and losing hope as the sun and stars disappear.
Reading Acts 27:13–20, the group reflects on fear, loss of control, and the reality of suffering, drawing parallels between the storm at sea and the storms people face in everyday life. Through honest personal stories, the pastors discuss seasons marked by anxiety, grief, financial strain, and relational challenges, while emphasizing that obedience to God does not always prevent hardship.
Listeners are encouraged to persevere through life’s storms by trusting God’s presence, leaning into community, worshiping through pain, and believing that God does not waste suffering.
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In this episode of The Tree Church Bible Study, Pastor Stacy is joined by Pastor Chris and Pastor Zach Stephens as they continue through Acts 27, following Paul’s journey to Rome. The conversation centers on a critical moment when Paul warns of danger ahead during late fall sea travel, yet his wisdom is dismissed in favor of common sense and professional authority.

As Acts 27:4–12 is read and discussed, the group explores the historical context of ancient sailing, the significance of timing after the Day of Atonement, and Luke’s detailed account as a historian. The discussion then turns practical, addressing why people often trust logic, comfort, and majority opinion over God’s guidance.

Through personal stories and pastoral insight, the episode reflects on how godly wisdom is discerned through Scripture, prayer, God’s presence, and trusted community.

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In this Tree Church Bible Study, Pastor Stacey Crawford is joined by Pastors Chris Reed and Phil Venrick as they continue their study of the book of Acts, focusing on Acts 27:1–6. This episode follows Paul as he begins his journey to Italy after appealing to Caesar, offering insight into both the historical setting of Roman maritime travel and the personal character Paul displays along the way.

The Pastors discuss Luke’s first-person narration, the role of the Roman centurion Julius, and why Paul was trusted and treated with kindness despite being a prisoner. The conversation then turns practical, exploring how followers of Jesus are often recognized not only by their words, but by their actions.

Listeners are encouraged to reflect on how faith is lived out through patience, humility, integrity, and grace in everyday moments.

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In this Tree Church Bible Study, Pastor Stacey Crawford, Pastor Chris Reed, and Pastor Phil Venrick continue their journey through the book of Acts by examining Paul’s defense before Festus and King Agrippa in Acts 26. This episode focuses on why Paul’s faith appeared foolish to some and how obedience to God often challenges what feels logical or comfortable.

The pastors discuss faith, evidence, and testimony, highlighting that belief is not blind but rooted in trust and lived experience. They reflect on Paul’s heart for others, his refusal to control outcomes, and his commitment to planting seeds faithfully while trusting God to work over time. The conversation also encourages believers to remain obedient even when faith is misunderstood or rejected.

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In this Tree Church Bible Study, Pastor Stacey Crawford is joined by Pastors Mary Johnson and Chris Reed as they continue through Acts 26, focusing on Paul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus and the transformation that followed. The conversation centers on Acts 26:12–23, where Paul describes his vision of Jesus, his calling to the Gentiles, and his obedience to that calling despite suffering and opposition.

The pastors discuss how transformation is not a one-time moment but an ongoing process of repentance, trust, and growth. They explore how genuine faith leads to obedience, even when it is uncomfortable or costly, and how Paul’s outward focus kept him faithful to God’s mission rather than personal comfort.

This episode encourages listeners to live with an outward focus, trust God through seasons of change, and remain open to the transforming work of the Holy Spirit in everyday life.

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