Acton Faith

10/12/2026

When trouble comes, does it drive us farther from God—or bring us back to Him?

Pastor Wayne Wilson concludes 1 Samuel by contrasting the final paths of Saul and David.

God providentially protects David from participating in the battle against Israel. Then, after returning to find Ziklag burned and the families taken captive, David faces grief, blame, and the possibility of being stoned by his own men. In that moment, **“David strengthened himself in the Lord his God”** (1 Samuel 30:6).

Saul’s troubles drove him farther from God, but David’s troubles brought him back. This message reminds us that even when we stumble, we can return to the Lord, trust His providence, and rest in His promise to work all things together for good.

How does God work through our failures, hardships, and circumstance...

10/12/2026

🍂 Here’s what’s happening at Acton Faith Bible Church this week!

📖 Join us for our regular weekly ministries
👩 Women’s Retreat is October 15–17 at Ironwood
👨 Men’s Bible Study meets Saturday at 8 AM
⛪ Pastor Wayne moves on to 2 Samuel on Sunday
📚 Sol continues in 1 Peter during Sunday School
🏠 Care Group meets Sunday at 6 PM at the Wilsons’ home
🏗️ Read the latest building update and learn how you can pray

Click below to read the October 12–18 AFBC newsletter! 👇

Gather with your church family for biblical fellowship, encouragement, Bible discussion, and prayer. Join us at the Wilson’s house this Sunday evening!

10/07/2026

What should we do when God seems silent?

In Pastor Wayne Wilson’s message **“When God Is Silent,”** we examine the sobering account of King Saul in 1 Samuel 28. Facing fear and uncertainty, Saul wanted guidance from God—but he did not want to humble himself, repent, or obey God’s Word.

This message reminds us that when answers do not come immediately, we are called to pray, examine our hearts, remain faithful to Scripture, and wait upon the Lord. God welcomes those who come to Him with humble and contrite hearts.

Watch this week’s sermon and be encouraged to trust God—even in the silence.

What should we do when God seems silent?Pastor Wayne Wilson teach...

10/05/2026

🍂 Another full week of ministry and fellowship is ahead at Acton Faith Bible Church!

📖 Join one of our weekly Bible studies
👩 Ladies, remember to register for the Women’s Retreat at Ironwood—and contact a deaconess if you need assistance
🎄 Learn how you can serve at the Christmas Boutique Volunteer Meeting after service Sunday
🏗️ See the latest East Wing progress and learn how you can pray for the new roof

Plus, Pastor Wayne continues in 1 Samuel, and Sol continues in 1 Peter during Sunday School.

Click below to read this week’s AFBC newsletter! 👇

Want to help make this year’s Christmas Boutique a warm and welcoming community event? Join the volunteer meeting in the Youth Room immediately after service.

09/28/2026

🙏💦 This is a special week at Acton Faith Bible Church!

🙏 Join us for **Prayer Sunday** as we pray for AFBC, our missionaries, and one another’s needs.

📖 Men’s and Women’s Bible Studies meet Saturday morning.

💦 Then on Sunday at 4:00 PM, celebrate with us at our **Baptism & Potluck** at the Karles’ house! Bring a chair and come ready to fellowship, eat, sing, and rejoice together.

🏗️ You’ll also find the latest building update and upcoming AFBC events.

Click below to read this week’s newsletter! 👇

First Sunday of October • 4:00 PM • At the Karle’s houseCome ready to rejoice with those publicly confessing their faith in Christ and to share fellowship around the table.

09/27/2026

How can someone demonstrate remarkable faith one day and then make a fear-driven decision the next?

Pastor Wayne Wilson teaches from 1 Samuel 26–27, examining both the strength and inconsistency of David’s faith during his years as a fugitive.

In 1 Samuel 26, David once again refuses an opportunity to kill Saul. He will not seize the throne through vengeance but trusts God to fulfill His promise in His own time. David recognizes that Saul is the Lord’s anointed and leaves Saul’s life—and his own future—in God’s hands.

Yet in the next chapter, David’s faith falters. Convinced that Saul will eventually kill him, he seeks safety among the Philistines without first seeking the Lord. What begins as a fear-driven decision leads to deception, manipulation, and increasingly troubling compromises.

David’s story reminds us that genuine believers can experience spiritual victories and painful failures. Yesterday’s faithfulness does not remove today’s need to trust God. When we rely on Him, we are freed from fear, dishonesty, manipulation, and the burden of trying to control every outcome ourselves.

**Chapters:**

00:00 — The Ups and Downs of David’s Faith
05:57 — David Spares Saul Again
20:02 — Fear Leads David to Philistia
25:17 — Deception, Compromise, and Its Cost

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09/26/2026

For those of you joining in at the Walk for Life:

We are congregating by the petting zoo! We will go inside for worship and then head out for the walk. Text Dan if you have any questions.

09/25/2026

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09/23/2026

🚫 Bible Study Schedule Reminder

There will be no Men’s or Women’s Bible Study this Saturday, September 26. Instead, everyone is encouraged to join AFBC at the Walk for Life in Santa Clarita! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️💛

📍 Crossroads Community Church
🕗 Check-in begins at 8:00 AM
🕘 Walk begins at 9:00 AM

When registering, please attach your registration to Acton Faith Bible Church. Contact Sherri LaPorte for information about walking with our group.

📖 Men’s and Women’s Bible Studies will resume Saturday, October 3.

Let’s come together to walk, pray, and stand for life!

09/21/2026

How should believers respond when anger threatens to take control—and how can we lovingly correct someone who is heading toward sin?

Pastor Wayne Wilson teaches from 1 Samuel 25, where David’s response to Nabal’s insult reveals the destructive power of uncontrolled anger. Although David had recently shown remarkable mercy toward Saul, he now allows wounded pride and a desire for revenge to lead him toward bloodshed.

God graciously intervenes through Abigail—a discerning, courageous, and humble woman who prevents David from making a terrible mistake. Rather than attacking or humiliating him, Abigail respectfully appeals to David’s faith, character, and future calling. Her wise words awaken his conscience and turn him away from vengeance.

This message challenges us to examine our anger, receive correction with humility, and lovingly speak truth when others begin wandering from what they know is right. It also reminds us to leave justice in God’s hands: we do not need to avenge ourselves when we can trust the Lord to judge rightly.

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