Don’t get in the way | Acts 11:1-18, 15:1-21 – DFBC

Don’t get in the way | Acts 11:1-18, 15:1-21

Dr. Miguel Lopez

June 28, 2026

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How does God use mission-driven catalytic leadership to change the heart posture of his people from “getting in the way” to “showing the way”?

God’s transformative work in the hearts of his people through mission-driven catalytic leadership…

I. Reshapes the vision driving their behavior and relationships: Gospel vision Acts 11:1-8.
a. Leadership characteristics: influence through obedience vs. 4-17.
b. Gospel vision: we need to learn to see people through the lens of the gospel. Do not be put off by what we are today, envision what in Christ we may become
AP- Don’t get in the way- show the way!

II. Rebuilds a culture of gospel priority and gospel engagement Acts 15:1-21.
a. Gospel priority and engagement as the foundation of Church unity 15:1-12.
b. The eschatological vision of Israel’s missional effectiveness 15:13-21.
AP. Don’t make it difficult!

We cannot grow unless we are willing to change
In order to reach those who are not his yet
Don’t get in the way, instead show others the way.

1. How does God want to use you to make DFBC a most inviting family of faith not only welcoming people but going after them?
2. When you become aware a new person is at church, how do you make sure our guest is able to hear the gospel?
3. What needs to change in our lives and ministries at DFBC so that we don’t “make it difficult” for others to find Christ?

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