When the Gospel crossed into Africa, it didn't swing the doors of God's house—it flung them wide open. Acts 8:25-40 tells us of Philip, led by the Spirit into a desert, to meet an Ethiopian eunuch searching for truth. This ain't just church history—it's a road map for every soul hungry and thirsty for righteousness. The eunuch, a man of high status and influence, isn't impressed by empty rituals; he yearns for genuine understanding, and finds it when Philip preaches Jesus from the Scriptures. Let me tell it straight: Worship alone won't save you. Sitting in pews and singing hymns, yet walking away unchanged, is like wandering through the desert without a clue where you're headed. The Word—the unadulterated Gospel—won't shape itself to fit your preferences. It's on us to conform to its truth. Like the Ethiopian, you must understand what you read and hear to know its power. And knowing ain't enough; you gotta obey. When Philip explained the message of Christ, the eunuch didn't hesitate—he responded with prompting faith and immediate obedience. He was baptized right then and there in the desert waters, initiated into a new life in Christ. Some play worship on Sundays only, but commitment shows by living it every day. This ain't just about knowledge—it's about transformation. Rejoice, not in what you say you believe, but in how you live it out through the power of the Holy Ghost. Are you ready to let go of tradition and grab hold of truth? Start right here. Start today. The teaching starts at 24:00 Focus: Acts 8:27 All Verses Covered: Acts 8:25-40 Also read: Genesis 10:6-7, 1 Kings 10:1, Psalms 68:31, Isaiah 43:3, 45:14, Jeremiah 13:23, Zephaniah 3:10, John 4:22, Acts 10:34-35, Acts 15:7-9, Romans 1:16, Galatians 3:27-29, Ephesians 3:6, Colossians 3:11, Revelation 5:9-10, 7:9 If you'd like to listen to this message on our website where you can read along as you listen, click this link: https://www.jmspodcast.com/message-details?recordId=recozWG24RWZ5anDw We hope you enjoy this message from Minister Clifton Dawson who is now the pastor of Greater Christ Temple Church following in the footsteps of the late, great Bishop Luke Edwards, Sr. Hungry for even more messages? Listen to hundreds of Bishop Luke Edwards' messages at https://www.bishopstapes.com Greater Christ Temple Church located at 312 Edwards Drive Eutaw, AL 35462. We have Sunday School every Sunday at 9:30 am. We have a shouting good time at our evening services Sunday–Friday at 6 pm. Our choir performs every Wednesday during church service. Come join us for a great time! Access all of our messages: https://www.jmspodcast.com/messages Got a topic you want covered? Fill out our form here: https://www.jmspodcast.com/requests. These messages are recorded throughout the week. We really hope you come see us! Even if you disagree with something said, we'd like for you to join us! Bring your questions so we can see what the scriptures say! Our main goal is that everyone gets an understanding. If you have any questions about a specific scripture or topic, please contact us at https://www.jmsbpodcast.com/contact. We are open to any and all sincere questions.