Do Christians need to keep the law of God? This question has echoed through the centuries, and as the Book of Acts shows us, even the early disciples grappled with this issue. While over 40,000 denominations worldwide may believe they have the answer, is it really as straightforward as it seems? In this teaching, Pastor Jim will explore one of the most misinterpreted passages in scripture with regard toThe Jerusalem Council in Acts 15 where James instructed the Gentiles to “only do these four things.” We will uncover how our understanding of this text has been mistaken for over 1,900 years.

Join Jim Staley as he unpacks the Torah portion Re'eh (to see) in a very unique way. In this episode, you will discover that the formula for success is GETTING OFF YOUR WATER WHEEL and becoming the image of the Messiah by doing this one single thing. Do you want to feel the presence of God more in your life? Then learn what this one thing is!

Why in the world are Gentiles attending synagogue services and not going to their own church? Find out in this week’s broadcast! Also, imagine being stoned to death in a city for preaching the gospel, then being resurrected, only to return to that same city to continue the Lord's work, spreading the good news across the land, overcoming the fear of being persecuted again. What incredible commitment and love! In this week's episode of our series on the Book of Acts, Pastor Jim will cover chapters 13 and 14, where pivotal events unfold that forever shape the future of Christianity.

Satan reveals exactly what he plans to do in the end times and how he will unveil the Antichrist, all in plain sight during the Olympics closing ceremony! With the profoundly dark symbolism presented in the Olympics closing ceremony, a compelling question arises: Is the spiritual realm real? If it isn't, why incorporate so much symbolism that seems to echo end-times imagery associated with Satan? Conversely, if it is real, could these symbols be an indication of Satan revealing his role in the end times, as suggested by both the closing ceremonies and the Bible?

The Origins of the word "CHRISTIAN"

What is the true meaning of the word "Christian" in the original context it was created? In this teaching, we will journey back thousands of years to uncover the origins of this word, exploring its roots in Greek, Hebrew, and Latin, as well as what the Disciples understood about it and much more. Join Pastor Jim as we continue our walk through the Book of Acts, focusing on chapters 11 and 12. Discover the fascinating story of Peter being freed from prison by an angel and how the Ekklesia began spreading to cities outside Judea in the first century.

Should Christians eat pork and shellfish? Did Christ really die so we can eat unclean animals? Does God even really care about what we eat? For centuries well-meaning Christians have believed that the law to not eat unclean animals was only for the Jews. But REVIEWING THE EVIDENCE has revealed that God actually meant what He said and that we have been misinterpreting scriptures like Mark 7, Acts 10, 1 Corinthians 8, Colossians 2, and Romans 14 from our own western bias and not from the original author’s intent. Recognizing this evidence has TENS OF THOUSANDS of pastors, theologians, and ministry leaders from around the world changing their positions! This teaching leaves no stone unturned as EVERY SINGLE SCRIPTURE used by theologians and church-goers alike concerning the subject is thoroughly examined. Modern science is even catching up to what God said in His Word thousands of years ago. Studies have presented conclusive evidence revealing the serious health risks associated with going outside of God’s dietary boundaries. It has been proven that most unclean animals carry parasites, and diseases, and are extremely high in toxicity. Did the Messiah’s work on the cross change the metabolic structure of unclean animals, or have we been misinterpreting the evidence all along? Join Pastor Jim Staley as he unpacks every single verse in the Bible on the topic of “clean” and “unclean” animals. By the end of this message, there will be no doubt in your mind that we have been reading our denominational bias into the scriptures. This teaching will dramatically affect the way you look at food as you learn how so many believers today suffer from the “diseases of Egypt” spoken of in Deuteronomy 28 by breaking God’s dietary instructions.

Begin to Possess Your Land!

Do you ever feel like your heart is filled with holes from all the things that have happened to you over the years? Do you sometimes feel like people continue to bore holes into you like a drill into a piece of wood? Then this message by Jim Staley is for you! Jim dives into the first few chapters of Deuteronomy and reveals the connection between the Israelites and us today.

Christians SHOULDN'T eat bacon??!!

I know it sounds CRAZY, but are we sure that God is okay with us eating pork, shellfish and unclean animals? I used to be one of those Christians that thought it was crazy to think that God cared about what we eat, UNTIL I was challenged to support it. And Acts chapter 10 was the #1 scripture I used to support the idea that I can eat whatever I wanted. Then I realized I was WRONG! I was reading into that chapter what I already believed, instead of allowing the context to tell me EXACTLY what the author was trying to say. This teaching is Part 5 in the Understanding the book of Acts series. Understanding Acts from the original Hebraic perspective is critical and foundational to truly understanding the New Covenant and what the early Church actually believed and practiced. Where is the power in the Church today that existed in the first century? This series will challenge you and encourage you at the same time on how to return back to that power. Pastor Jim dives into the nuances and Hebrew culture of the day to truly understand what is really going on in the book of Acts and by extension the entire New Testament Church.

A SORCERER, SALVATION & SAUL

Chapters 8-9: Understanding the Book of Acts from the Original Hebrew Perspective Did you know that Saul’s name was never changed to Paul? For centuries we have been told that God changed Paul’s name when he fell off his horse on the way to Damascus. But this is simply not true! Pastor Jim also dives into what is really going on with Simon the Sorcerer and the power of how Phillip was literally transported to a completely different city after he led the Ethiopian to Christ! There is so much in chapters 8-9 to go through! And it’s time we go through them from the original first-century Hebraic perspective that they were written in! This broadcast will bless you immensely. Take the time out of your day and soak in His word!

STONED TO DEATH?!

As Pastor Jim moves through chapters 5, 6 and 7, he uncovers a wealth of information that is critical to understanding the rest of the book. You will learn: ~ Why Stephen was really stoned to death. ~ What the words “prince” and “witness” mean in the original language. ~ The School of Hillel and the School of Shammai and how those two schools of thought shaped and influenced both Judaism and early Christianity. ~ Who was Gamaliel and why did Paul sit at his feet? ~ The connection of Moses trying to break up the dispute between his two brethren and what Christ did in his ministry. ~ And much, much more! Understanding the book of Acts is critical and foundational to truly understanding the New Covenant and what the early Church actually believed and practiced. Where is the power in the Church today that existed in the first century? This series will challenge you and encourage you at the same time on how to return back to that power. Pastor Jim dives into the nuances and Hebrew culture of the day to truly understand what is really going on in the book of Acts and by extension the entire New Testament Church.