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The Familiar Stranger: Part 6 — The Curious Case of Simon the Sorcerer

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The Familiar Stranger: Part 6 — The Curious Case of Simon the Sorcerer

In this teaching John Herron helps us explore the cautionary tale of Simon the Sorcerer from Acts 8—a striking story of power, money, and misdirected spirituality. Through Simon’s attempt to buy the Holy Spirit, we confront the allure of spiritual shortcuts and self-promotion, contrasting them with the slow, transformative work of grace. As followers of Jesus we are invited into an unmasking journey of healing and authenticity, asking: where do we seek validation, and what is the true measure of our wealth? The Holy Spirit offers not a shortcut, but a path to the genuine power of transformation and growth.

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Redeemer Central is a registered charity in Northern Ireland: NI100831 · Company No. NI623785

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The Familiar Stranger: Part 6 — The Curious Case of Simon the Sorcerer

In this teaching John Herron helps us explore the cautionary tale of Simon the Sorcerer from Acts 8—a striking story of power, money, and misdirected spirituality. Through Simon’s attempt to buy the Holy Spirit, we confront the allure of spiritual shortcuts and self-promotion, contrasting them with the slow, transformative work of grace. As followers of Jesus we are invited into an unmasking journey of healing and authenticity, asking: where do we seek validation, and what is the true measure of our wealth? The Holy Spirit offers not a shortcut, but a path to the genuine power of transformation and growth.

***

🌿 Give & Support

Redeemer Central is a diverse and vibrant church in the heart of Belfast, practicing the way of Jesus through simple, intentional, and inclusive community, and seeking the peace and common good of our city.

You can support our ongoing work by giving financially at redeemercentral.com/give. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Redeemer Central is a registered charity in Northern Ireland: NI100831 · Company No. NI623785

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