Sermons

He has done it

(18th April 2025, Good Friday)

Psalm 22 (read it here)

Are we meant to pity Jesus at his death, or like the centurion proclaim him to be the Son of God? To pity Jesus is to miss the point. Explore what it means for Jesus to be your hero. Good Friday is the most powerful day in the history of the world.

Sow your tears

(9th April 2025)

Psalm 126 (read it here)

The Christian life means greater joy and greater sadness. Explore what this means.

A song that deals with sin

(2nd April 2025)

Psalm 32 (read it here)

"Don't worry, be happy" is not the best way to deal with the mess, slop in life. How about learning a song that really helps you deals with sin. 

Refreshing your soul in the wilderness

(23rd March 2025)

Psalm 63 (read it here)

Which part of you is most important? When you're in the desert, do you only need water? 

Weather beating wisdom

(16th March 2025)

Matthew 7:24-29 (read it here)

You know the story of the three little pigs. Which one are you like? How solid is the foundation of your life?

Everyday temptation

(9th March 2025)

Luke 4:1-15  (read it here)

Jesus faced temptation, and so do we. It might be easy to think that Jesus faced more difficult temptation, but perhaps what he faced is the same as we do everyday.

Real rest

(2nd March 2025)

Psalm 92 (read it here)

For all our attempts to relax, why do they seem like heard work? What is true rest, and who can provide it? (This sermon was interactive with the kids present).

Dealing with Evil

(23rd February 2025)

Psalm 37 (read it here)

Is "maintain the rage" really the best option? Could I be a better force for good if I approached what's wrong in the world a different way?

Happiness

(16th February 2025)

Psalm 1 (read it here)

Does God want you to be happy? If he does, what would that look like?

The bounteous gift

(26th January 2025)

Luke 4:14-30 (read it here)

Does Jesus make you mad? Why would his home village turn against him? Would you turn against him, or do you know his bounteous gift?

Expectations

(12th January 2025)

Luke 3:15-22 (read it here)

What are you hoping for? Listen to how Jesus met our deepest expectations.

The kind of king we need

(22nd December 2024)

Micah 5:2-5 (read it here)

Who do I want to rule my life? God wants us to look to the king who is like him, with true humility, but will take justice seriously. This is the king of mercy.

The end of worry

(15th December 2024)

Philippians 4:4-9 (read it here)

Who is the Lord of your worries?

Repentance

(8th December 2024)

Luke 3:1-6 (read it here)

Will you let God make your crooked path straight?

Taking the race seriously 

(1st December 2024)

Hebrew 12:1-13 (read it here)

Living in line with what you believe... makes sense right? Even when things get tough?

Rational Faith 

(24th November 2024)

Hebrew 11 (read it here)

Faith defined as blind or as cliff jumping is not God's definition. In fact, the writer of Hebrews wants to show us that true faith is entirely rational.

Get Closer!

(17th November 2024)

Hebrew 10:19-39 (read it here)

This letter is such an encouragement! When we grasp what Jesus has done for us - our consciences clean! - how much more should the encouragement to get close to God have effect in our life.

Words of integrity and power

(29th September 2024)

James 5:12-20 (read it here)

James concludes his letter with an inspiring vision of prayer as powerful practical wisdom that bring healing and wholeness. Be inspired by the vision!

Wisdom for your will ands wealth

(22nd September 2024)

James 4:13-5:11 (read it here)

James is the little brother of Jesus, He encourages us to look upt o our big brother Jesus and learn from his wisdom, his death defeating resurrection wisdom. Explore what the means for the direction of your life and your wealth.

Why grace produces words of life

(15th September 2024)

James 3:1-4:12 (read it here)

Words can create and destroy life. To our shame, Christians often speak words that cause deep hurt and division. God hates this. Yet our tongues seem so power. What's going on?

The compassion of Jesus

(8th September 2024)

Mark 7:24-37 (read it here)

A mother who goes in search of a miracle for her sick daughter, a man who cannot hear... how will Jesus respond? Will he respond the same to you?

Real life wisdom

(1st September 2024)

James 1:1-18 (read it here)

What are trials about? Why do Christians suffer trails if God is all powerful? Is there a wisdom that would allow the trials I face to form me for eternity?

Being strong in God

(25th August 2024)

Ephesians 6:10-20 (read it here)

Do you take the devil seriously? Could that be the reason why your life is so out of control? Would you take the power of God seriously? Is that the answer to how your life could be in control?

Drinking in the light

(18th August 2024)

Ephesians 5:11-21 (read it here)

Our Australian culture is not Christian. Christianity is always an alternative to the world around us. Why? Because it all starts with waking up from death.

The vision of unity

(4th August 2024)

Ephesians 4:1-16 (read it here)

As the Olympic games continue, what is true unity? There is a deep human desire to be unified, together. What is the deeper reality that makes this possible?