Twin Villages Church - Sermons

📝 Sermon Description In Acts 8:1–25, the persecution that follows Stephen’s death scatters the church—but instead of silencing the gospel, it spreads it. As believers are driven from Jerusalem, they carry the good news with them, and the gospel breaks new ground in Samaria just as Jesus promised. Through Philip’s faithful proclamation, we see that God uses hardship to accomplish His mission, crossing cultural and historical barriers to gather a people for His name. This passage reminds us that Christ is building His church, the Spirit is at work, and no opposition can stop the advance of the gospel. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, March 1st, 2026

📝 Sermon DescriptionIn Acts 7:1–8:1a, Stephen boldly proclaims God’s redemptive work from Abraham to Christ, confronting hardened hearts with the truth of the gospel. Though his faithfulness leads to fierce opposition and ultimately martyrdom, Stephen stands firm, bearing witness to Jesus even in death. This powerful passage reminds us that unwavering devotion to Christ may come at great cost—but God is sovereign, His purposes cannot be thwarted, and He is glorified through the faithful obedience of His servants. 🙏 Join Us for Worship🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, February 22nd, 2026

📝 Sermon Description In Acts 6:8–15, Stephen ministers with grace, power, and Spirit-given wisdom. Though falsely accused and fiercely opposed, he remains steadfast, reflecting a peace that comes from God alone.This passage reminds us that faithful gospel ministry may bring resistance, but the Lord sustains those who stand firm in the truth. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026

📝 Sermon Description 💬 “The good hand of my God was upon me.” (Nehemiah 2:8) In Nehemiah 2, we witness God calling His servant to rise and lead amid ruin and discouragement. Burdened by the brokenness of Jerusalem, Nehemiah prays, plans, and steps forward in faith, trusting in the sovereign hand of the Lord who opens doors and strengthens His people. This passage teaches us that faithful service flows from dependence on God, courage rooted in His promises, and a willingness to labor for the rebuilding of what is broken—all for the glory of God and the good of His people. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026

📝 Sermon Description💬 “The word of God continued to increase, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly.” (Acts 6:7)In Acts 6:1–7, the early church encounters internal challenges that threaten unity and gospel focus. Rather than allowing division to hinder the mission, the apostles lead the church to appoint seven faithful men—chosen for their character, wisdom, and fullness of the Spirit—to serve the body. This passage teaches us that God advances His church through humble, gospel-centered service, and that every calling—seen or unseen—matters for the growth of Christ’s kingdom. Join us as we consider what it means to be chosen and commissioned to serve for the glory of God. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026

📝 Sermon Description 💬 “We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29) In Acts 5:12–42, we witness the apostles’ unwavering courage as they continue proclaiming Jesus, despite persecution and threats from religious leaders. Their boldness challenges us to stand firm in our faith, prioritize obedience to God, and find joy even in suffering for Christ's name. Join us as we explore what godly conviction looks like in a world that often resists truth. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026

📝 Sermon Description 💬 “You have not lied to man but to God.” (Acts 5:4)Acts 5:1–11 is a sobering reminder that God takes sin seriously. Ananias and Sapphira’s deceit brought swift judgment, revealing God's holiness and His desire for a pure church. This passage calls us to integrity, honesty, and reverent fear before the Lord. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026

📝 Sermon Description💬 “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12) This bold declaration by the apostles before the religious rulers of their day remains the unshakable foundation of the Christian faith. In this sermon from Acts 4:1–22, we see Peter and John proclaim the exclusive, saving power of Jesus Christ—even in the face of persecution. Their courage was not rooted in personal strength but in the resurrected Christ, whose name alone brings life to the dead and hope to the hopeless.We are reminded that salvation is not found in religious effort, good intentions, or any other name—only in Jesus, crucified and risen. His name is powerful, precious, and the only hope for a broken world.🙏 Join Us for Worship🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org🔗 Stay Connected👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026

📝 Sermon Description 💬 The Word became flesh and dwelt among us—this is the miracle and majesty of the incarnation. In Jesus, the glorious Light has not only come into the world but taken on human nature to live among His people. Full of grace and truth, He reveals the very heart of God. This sermon reflects on the glory we behold in Christ—the only Son from the Father—and the fullness we receive through Him: grace upon grace. Jesus doesn’t merely reflect God’s glory; He is the radiance of that glory. And in seeing Him, we see the God no one has ever seen—made known through the Son. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025

📝 Sermon Description 💬 John the Baptist was sent to bear witness to the Light—Jesus, the true Light who gives light to everyone. This sermon explores the mystery and mercy of God’s plan: how Christ entered a dark world, was not recognized by His own, yet gives the right to become children of God to all who receive Him. Jesus is not only the eternal Light, but also the promised Light, fulfilling God’s plan of redemption. In Him, we see God's faithfulness, and by believing in His name, we are born not of blood nor of flesh—but of God. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025

📝 Sermon Description 💬 Paul opens his letter to the Thessalonians by thanking God for their faith, love, and hope—marks of a church transformed by the gospel. This sermon encourages us to live lives that reflect that same gospel power, growing in Christ and letting our faith ring out to others. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025

📝 Sermon Description  💬 John opens his Gospel by declaring Jesus as the eternal Word—the source of life and the light that shines into the darkness. This sermon explores how Christ’s light reveals truth, offers hope, and overcomes the darkness of sin. In Him, we find the life and clarity our hearts long for.  🙏 Join Us for Worship  🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM  📍 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543  🌐 www.twinvillageschurch.org  🔗 Stay Connected  👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch  ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch  🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple  🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify  💖 Give: twinvillageschurch.org/give  📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org  🗓️ Sermon Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025

📝 Sermon Description 💬 As a crowd gathers, amazed by the healing of a crippled man, Peter seizes the moment—not to claim credit, but to point them to the risen Christ. In this bold sermon, Peter preaches repentance and faith in Jesus, declaring that the same Jesus they rejected is the One whom God raised and glorified. With deep conviction, he calls his hearers to turn from sin and receive the refreshment that only comes from the presence of the Lord. 🕊️ This message is as urgent today as it was then: salvation is found in no one else. Jesus is the promised Christ, and through Him, times of renewal and restoration are offered to all who believe. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Info: www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org

📝 Sermon Description 💬 Outside the temple gates, a man crippled from birth begs for help—expecting spare change, but receiving something far greater: complete healing in the name of Jesus. This miraculous moment is more than a physical restoration—it’s a vivid sign of the spiritual transformation Jesus brings. Through Peter and John, we see how faith in Christ doesn’t just improve lives; it radically remakes them. 🕊️ The same power that lifted this man to his feet is at work today—bringing healing, hope, and wholeness to all who call on the name of Jesus. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Info: www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org

🏠 Pastor David Harlea serves in the villages of Sinesti, Fundulea, Frasinet, and Valea Argovei in Romania, sharing the love of Christ through preaching, discipleship, children’s ministry, and evangelism. His heart for simple, Spirit-filled fellowship and his joy in seeing the Gospel take root in everyday homes is a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness across the globe.As a longtime partner in ministry with Twin Villages Church, David brings a word of encouragement and perspective from Romania—where lives are being transformed by Christ. 🕊️ Come and be encouraged by a servant-hearted brother whose life and ministry remind us of the joy and cost of following Jesus wherever He leads.🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Info: www.twinvillageschurch.org🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org🗓️ Sermon Date: November 9th, 2025

Sermon Description 🏠 After the Spirit is poured out at Pentecost, the church becomes a new kind of community—devoted to the apostles’ teaching, to fellowship, to worship, and to radical generosity. This passage gives us a vivid picture of what it means to live as the people of God: unified, Spirit-filled, and mission-minded. Their life together wasn’t casual—it was deeply committed and joyfully contagious. 🕊️ This same Spirit is at work today, forming us into a people who reflect Christ in word, deed, and devotion. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 AM 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Info: www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: November 2, 2025

📝 Sermon Description🔥 At Pentecost, Peter proclaims Christ crucified, risen, and reigning. The crowd is cut to the heart—and the church is born.This powerful sermon calls us to repentance, faith, and new life through the Spirit. The same message that stirred hearts in Jerusalem still transforms lives today—in Midcoast Maine and beyond. 🕊️ Be encouraged by the Spirit’s truth, grace, and power. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 am 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Info: www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 🗓️ Sermon Date: October 26th, 2025

🌬️ In Acts 2, the long-awaited promise is fulfilled. The Holy Spirit is poured out with power—marking the birth of the church and equipping God’s people for the mission ahead. What seemed like chaos to outsiders was, in fact, the sovereign work of God, fulfilling His Word and transforming hearts. Discover how this moment in redemptive history still shapes us today—and how the Spirit empowers us to live, witness, and worship in Midcoast Maine and beyond. 🕊️ Come be encouraged by the Spirit’s presence, power, and promise. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 am 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Information: www.twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: www.facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: www.youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: www.twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: www.twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: www.twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: www.twinvillageschurch.org 📅 Sermon Date: October 19th, 2025

🌲 After Jesus ascends, 120 followers wait in Jerusalem—patiently and expectantly—for the promised Holy Spirit. United in prayer and guided by Scripture, they trust God’s plan as they prepare for the mission ahead (Acts 1:12–26). Come be encouraged to wait well—anchored in prayer, Scripture, and hope—as we follow Christ together in Midcoast Maine. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 am 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Information: twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 📅 Sermon Date: October 12th, 2025

🌅 Join us at Twin Villages Church in Damariscotta, Maine, as we open the book of Acts and watch the risen Christ prepare His followers for the mission ahead (Acts 1:1–11). For forty days Jesus teaches about the kingdom of God, anchors their hope in His resurrection, and commands them to wait for the promised Holy Spirit. With their questions swirling—“Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?”—Jesus redirects their focus: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be My witnesses…to the end of the earth.” Then, before their eyes, He ascends into heaven. Two angels assure them that the same Jesus will return, and the disciples head back to Jerusalem to pray and to wait. Come and be encouraged that Christ still prepares His church today—clarifying our calling, empowering us by His Spirit, and sending us as witnesses in Midcoast Maine and beyond. 🙏 Join Us for Worship 🕙 Every Sunday at 10 am 📍 Location: 40 Church Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 🌐 More Information: twinvillageschurch.org 🔗 Stay Connected 👍 Facebook: facebook.com/twinvillageschurch ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/twinvillageschurch 🎧 Apple Podcasts: twinvillageschurch.org/apple 🔊 Spotify: twinvillageschurch.org/spotify 💖 Support the Ministry: twinvillageschurch.org/give 📚 More Resources: twinvillageschurch.org 📅 Sermon Date: October 5th, 2025