On an ordinary day at the temple gate, a man who had never walked sat begging for help, expecting nothing more than a few coins. But God had something greater in mind. When Peter and John arrived, they offered no silver and no gold—only the power of Jesus Christ. In an instant, the man’s life was transformed. Weak legs were strengthened, hopelessness gave way to joy, and a forgotten beggar became a living testimony to the power of God.
The crowd was amazed, but the miracle pointed to something even greater: Changed People Change People. Peter and John had been transformed by the risen Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Because their lives had been changed, they became instruments through whom God changed someone else. Acts 3:1–10 reminds us that when Jesus changes a life, that transformation doesn't stop with us—it flows through us, bringing hope, healing, and new life to others.

We would be delighted if you could join us in person for our Sunday morning worship service! It starts at 10 am every Sunday, and there are multiple Sunday School options available before the worship service. Children’s Church is also available during the worship service.

Hope Wesleyan Church
505 4th Ave NE
Independence, IA 50644

The room was quiet—then heaven moved.
A sound like a rushing wind filled the house, and tongues of fire rested on ordinary people as the Spirit of God came in power. Fear gave way to boldness, and those who once hid now stood and proclaimed the mighty works of God.
The crowd was amazed, confused, and cut to the heart. As Peter preached, one question rose above the noise: “What must we do?”
And the answer changed everything—repent, believe, be baptized, and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
On the day of Pentecost, the Spirit fell, the Church was born, and thousands were changed forever.

We would be delighted if you could join us in person for our Sunday morning worship service! It starts at 10 am every Sunday, and there are multiple Sunday School options available before the worship service. Children’s Church is also available during the worship service.

Hope Wesleyan Church
505 4th Ave NE
Independence, IA 50644

The disciples stood on the edge of something world-changing, but before the mission could begin, Jesus gave them one command: wait. In Acts 1:4–11, the risen Christ calls His followers not to rush ahead in their own strength, but to remain in expectation for the promise of the Holy Spirit. The room was filled with anticipation. Heaven was about to move. The Spirit of God would soon come with power, boldness, and fire to transform fearful followers into fearless witnesses. And as Jesus ascended before their eyes, their mission became clear—to carry the gospel to the ends of the earth. This is the story of waiting before the breakthrough, anticipation before the outpouring, and the unstoppable mission that begins when the Holy Spirit takes hold of ordinary people.


We would be delighted if you could join us in person for our Sunday morning worship service! It starts at 10 am every Sunday, and there are multiple Sunday School options available before the worship service. Children’s Church is also available during the worship service.


Hope Wesleyan Church
505 4th Ave NE
Independence, IA 50644