In this message, we explore the biblical call to self-control and how we can allow the Holy Spirit to shape our thoughts, desires and choices.

Through Romans 7 and Proverbs 25:28, we are reminded that self-control is not simply about trying harder—it is about allowing God to shape and lead our inner world.

In this message:

Why we all struggle with self-control

How God becomes both our “why” and our “how”

The importance of healthy boundaries and creating distance from temptation

How small, consistent victories help us build a secure inner life

???? “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” — Proverbs 25:28

In Don’t Take the Bait: Wisdom for Dealing with Offence, we explore Proverbs 19:11 and discover how biblical wisdom helps us respond when we are hurt, disappointed, misunderstood or treated unfairly.

Using the picture of bait inside a trap, this message presents five wise responses to offence:

• Slow your reaction

• Discern what love can overlook

• Refuse borrowed offence

• Go directly to the person

• Forgive as Christ has forgiven you

We also consider the difference between empathy and entanglement, forgiveness and reconciliation, and overlooking an irritation versus seeking help in a dangerous situation.

You cannot prevent every offence from reaching you, but by God’s grace, you can prevent it from ruling you.

What offence are you still rehearsing? Is love asking you to release it, address it directly, or seek wise help?

Main Scripture: Proverbs 19:11

Series: Proverbs: Living Wisely—God’s truth applied to everyday life

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How perseverance through trials produces endurance, godly character, and lasting hope.

Why our attitude matters and how we can choose joy even in difficult seasons.

How Jesus has given us direct access to God's grace.

The importance of bringing our burdens honestly before God in prayer.

Practical ways to seek God's wisdom, including writing out our prayers.

Whether you're walking through a season of hardship or supporting someone who is, this message will encourage you to keep trusting God and find hope in His faithfulness.

Scripture References:

Romans 5:1–4

James 1:2–8

We may have more ways to connect than ever before, yet many people are experiencing a “friendship recession”. We can be surrounded by people and still feel unknown and alone.

Drawing from Proverbs 13:20, 17:17, 18:24 and 27:5–6, we discover three qualities of wise friendship:

• A wise friend walks with you.

• A wise friend sticks with you.

• A wise friend sharpens you.

Our friendships shape our character, direction and relationship with Jesus. The question is not only, “Do I have friends like this?” The deeper question is, “Am I becoming a friend like this?”

This message also speaks to those who have experienced betrayal, rejection or disappointment in friendship. Jesus understands the pain of wounded friendship. He is the faithful Friend who chose us, laid down His life for us and remains with us when others do not.

“Walk with the wise and become wise.” — Proverbs 13:20

Through the lives of Joseph, Gideon, Joshua, King Saul, and others, we see what it looks like to live in the fear of the Lord.

To live in the fear of the Lord, we must:

Be humble – Recognise our need for God.

Honour and trust God – Trust Him in every circumstance.

Obey God – Walk in His ways, knowing His commands are for our good.

Be encouraged to build your life on the sure foundation of God's Word.

Key Scriptures:

• Proverbs 1:7

• Proverbs 9:10

• Judges 6–7

• Joshua 6–7

• 1 Samuel 15

In this message from our Living Wisely series, Anne unpacks the wisdom of Proverbs 4, revealing that everything we do flows from the condition of our hearts. Through an interactive study of Scripture, we explore how our hearts influence our words, our focus, and the path we walk each day.

Discover why Scripture calls us to guard our hearts above all else, how our speech reveals what is happening within us, and why fixing our eyes on Christ is essential for living wisely. Rather than striving to follow a list of rules, biblical maturity is found in walking daily with the Holy Spirit and allowing Jesus to transform us from the inside out.

No matter where you've been or how far you've wandered, there is always an invitation to return to Christ and begin again.

Key Scriptures:

• Proverbs 4

• Philippians 4:8

• James 1:8

• Luke 17:32

Proverbs 5 is direct, honest, and deeply practical. It warns us that temptation often begins like honey but ends in bitterness. It teaches us not to go near the door of compromise, but to guard what is sacred and bring our desires under the wisdom of God.

This message is not only for married couples. Whether you are married, single, dating, divorced, widowed, wounded, tempted, or carrying regret, Proverbs 5 gives wisdom for walking the road of life faithfully before God.

The sermon explores five key takeaways:

• Wisdom begins when I become teachable before I become tempted.
• Sin shows you the honey, but wisdom shows you the wormwood.
• The wise person does not ask, “How close can I get?” but “What must I protect?”
• Faithfulness is not only avoiding the wrong person; it is actively pursuing your spouse.
• You do not defeat secrecy secretly. Freedom begins in the light.

We end at the communion table, remembering that Jesus does not only warn foolish people; He rescues foolish people. Where we have been unfaithful, He has been faithful. Where we have hidden in shame, He invites us into the light. Where sin has tied cords around us, He breaks the cords.

In this message, we explore the life of King Solomon—the wisest man who ever lived—and discover that biblical wisdom is the God-given ability to live skillfully, making decisions that honour Him. From Solomon's humble request for wisdom to the tragic compromises that marked the end of his life, we are reminded that wisdom must be guarded if it is to shape our lives.

As we journey through the Book of Proverbs, we learn that wisdom is not a collection of promises to claim, but principles to pursue. Above all, we see that Jesus is the perfect picture of wisdom—One who not only began well but finished faithfully.

Key Themes:

• What biblical wisdom really is

• How Proverbs shapes everyday life

• Guarding your heart against compromise

• Jesus as the perfect example of wisdom

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." — Proverbs 9:10

The glory of God is not only something we seek, behold, or encounter — it is something we are called to carry.

Looking at 2 Corinthians 4:5–7, we see that God places His treasure in ordinary, fragile jars of clay so that the world can see that the power comes from Him and not from us.

Humanity was created in the image of God and crowned with glory and honour, but through sin we have fallen short of that glory. The good news is that God does not abandon His vandalised image-bearers. Through Jesus, He restores His image in us and calls us to carry His presence into the world.

The jar is not the point. The treasure is.

May our lives become windows through which others see the goodness and glory of God.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5–7

Series: Weight of Glory

Sermon: Carriers of Glory

When Isaiah encounters the glory of God, heaven does not cry, “Glory, glory, glory.” Heaven cries, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of His glory.”

God’s glory is the visible manifestation of His holiness.

From Moses at the burning bush to Isaiah in the throne room, we see that the presence of the Holy One is never casual. God’s holiness reveals who He truly is, exposes what is unclean in us, cleanses us by grace, and sends us into mission.

In Jesus, the Holy God comes near — not to destroy us, but to redeem us. The Holy One touches what is unclean and makes it clean.

When we seek His face, we behold His glory.

When we behold His glory, we encounter His holiness.

And when we encounter His holiness, we are cleansed, transformed, and sent.

In Exodus 33, Moses asks one of the boldest prayers in Scripture. But God’s response is surprising. Moses asks to see God’s glory, and God reveals His goodness, His name, His mercy, His compassion, His holiness, and His justice.

In this message, we explore the biblical meaning of glory — the Hebrew word kavod, meaning weight, honour, substance, and significance — and how the glory Moses longed to see is ultimately revealed in Jesus Christ.

Moses was hidden in the cleft of the rock.

We are hidden in Christ.

Through Jesus, we do not come casually, but we come confidently into the presence of God. The glory of God is not merely seen in fire, cloud, or supernatural display, but most clearly in the face of Jesus Christ and at the cross, where holiness and mercy meet.

Key Scriptures:

Exodus 33:18–23

Exodus 34:5–8

John 1:14

2 Corinthians 3:18

2 Corinthians 4:6

“And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another.”

After our Seek His Face Encounter Weekend and Pentecost Sunday, we ask an important question: What happens after encounter? The goal of God’s presence is not simply that we feel something, but that we become someone — more like Jesus.

This sermon explores the veil over the heart, the freedom of the Spirit, the glory of God revealed in the face of Jesus Christ, and the transforming power of beholding Him.

What captures our attention shapes our affection, desires, and ultimately our lives. The invitation is simple: keep beholding Jesus.

Scriptures:

2 Corinthians 3:15–18

2 Corinthians 4:6

Psalm 27:4

This sermon explores:

• Seeking God first before the pressures of daily life

• The danger of spiritual performance and empty religion

• True repentance and what it means to seek God’s face

• How Jesus taught His disciples to pray

• Prayer as a lifestyle, not a formula

• Overcoming spiritual dryness and delighting in God again

Whether you feel spiritually dry, overlooked, or simply hungry for more of God, this message is an invitation to return to the place of intimacy, dependence, and daily communion with Him.

“Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17

We also learn the biblical purpose of fasting, which includes:

• Drawing nearer to God

• Responding to grief, crisis, and sacred moments

• As an act of repentance and humility

• Seeking God’s guidance and direction

• Seeking spiritual breakthrough and freedom

• Hunger for Jesus and the desire to become more like Him

Whether you are new to fasting or have practiced it for years, this message offers both practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement as we pursue God together through prayer and fasting.

Join us as we step into 10 days of prayer and fasting — starving the flesh, feeding the spirit, and trusting God to meet us in the seeking.

In this message, we explore Jesus' powerful declaration that His house will be a house of prayer, and what it truly means for prayer to define—not just support—the life of the church. From Jesus cleansing the Temple to the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18, this sermon challenges us to rediscover prayer as essential, not optional.

Why do we give up on prayer?

What's the difference between persistence and pestering?

And what is God actually doing in the delay?

This message will help you understand how God uses waiting to form your faith, refine your desires, and deepen your dependence on Him. Because prayer is not about pressuring God—it's about trusting Him.

If we are going to be a house of prayer, it won't be because we schedule it...

It will be because we refuse to live without it.

In this message from Epistle of James 5:13–17, we wrestle with a real question:

Does prayer actually work?

Looking at the life of Elijah, we discover that prayer is not about trying harder or saying the right words—it's about aligning ourselves with what God is already doing.

This sermon explores:

• Why many people lose expectation in prayer
• What the Bible really means by "powerful and effective" prayer
• How ordinary people can experience powerful prayer
• Why Elijah prayed for no rain—and what that means for us today
• How to move from disappointment to renewed faith

Prayer is not a ritual.

It's not empty words.

It's participation in the activity of God.

So the question is: When you pray... do you expect anything to happen?

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But the story doesn’t end there. Because of Jesus, we are no longer separated—we now have direct access to the Father. This shifts how we pray, moving us from striving under the law to confidently approaching a good and faithful Father.

This sermon unpacks the heart of intercession and offers five practical keys to help you grow in a life of prayer:

• Accessibility – Intercession is for everyone

• Alignment – Praying according to God’s will

• Connection – Staying rooted in relationship with Him

• Partnership – Joining God in His work

• Scope – Praying beyond ourselves for all people

Be encouraged by real testimonies of God’s faithfulness and step into a deeper, more active prayer life.

In this sermon, we explore the deeper biblical meaning of “seeking” the Lord—moving beyond a casual approach to a life of intentional pursuit. In a world filled with distraction and noise, we’re reminded that God is often found in stillness, silence, and surrendered time with Him.

This message unpacks the what, why, and how of seeking God, laying a foundation for a powerful series on prayer.

As you listen, consider: What is competing for priority in your life?

Scripture: Psalm 27:4–8

Not just as a belief...

Not just as a tradition...

But as a historical, world-changing reality.

In this Resurrection Sunday message, we tackle five of the most common questions people ask about the resurrection—questions about Jesus' death, the empty tomb, hallucinations, and whether the story can actually be trusted.

Because Christianity doesn't stand on good advice...

It stands on one claim: that Jesus rose from the dead.

If that didn't happen—faith falls apart.

But if it did... everything changes.

???? In this message, you'll discover:

• Why the resurrection is central to the Christian faith
• Evidence that Jesus truly died and rose again
• How the early disciples' lives point to the truth
• What the resurrection means for your sin, your future, and your life today

Whether you're full of faith, full of questions, or somewhere in between—this message invites you to explore the most important question in history:

Did Jesus really rise from the dead?

???? "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." — Romans 10:9

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If this message encouraged you, consider subscribing and sharing it with someone who is asking questions about faith.

In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Sharon unpacks the tension of the triumphal entry—revealing the difference between the King we want and the King we truly need. Jesus didn’t come to meet surface expectations; He came to deal with the deepest problem of the human heart: sin.

This sermon challenges us to ask:

Are we following Jesus for what He can give us, or have we surrendered to Him as King?

Have we welcomed Him on our terms, or received Him on His?

Will we proclaim the true gospel—even when it’s not what the world wants to hear?

Discover the beauty of a humble King, the power of a crucified Savior, and the hope of a risen Lord.

Jesus is King. Jesus died. Jesus rose. Jesus saves.

"Does God love me... or not?"

Sometimes we treat God like a daisy — He loves me... He loves me not —based on what's happening in our lives.

When things go well, we assume God is near.

When life gets hard, we wonder if He has pulled away.

But Romans 8 was written to destroy that way of thinking.

In this message, we explore Paul's powerful question: "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?" (Romans 8:35)

Paul lists every kind of suffering — pressure, anxiety, persecution, lack, danger, even death — and then declares: None of it has the power to separate you from God's love.

This sermon will help you:

Understand the difference between feeling distant from God and being separated from Him

See why the cross — not your circumstances — is the proof of God's love

Learn what it means to live as more than a conqueror

Anchor your faith in the unshakable truth of the gospel

No matter what you are facing today — God's love for you in Christ remains unchanged.

In Romans 8:28–30, Paul reminds us that God is at work in every part of our lives—even in suffering, confusion, and seasons that feel like scattered puzzle pieces. The "good" God is working toward is not simply comfort or success, but something far greater: that we would be conformed to the image of His Son.

In this sermon we explore the context of Romans 8, the meaning of the "golden chain" of salvation, and the incredible assurance that the God who began the work will bring it to completion.

Takeaways from this message:

• Nothing in your life is outside God's ability to redeem

• God's goal for your life is Christlikeness

• Your story does not end with struggle—it ends with glory

???? Scripture: Romans 8:28–30

If this message encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who may need hope in a difficult season.

Creation groans.

We groan.

Even the Spirit groans.

Why?

Because this is not the sound of something collapsing.

It's the sound of something being born.

In this message, we explore what it means to live between the ages — already filled with the Spirit, yet still waiting for the redemption of our bodies. What does Christian hope really mean? Why does Paul use labour pains as his image? And how do we stand in the pain of the world without losing heart?

This sermon will help you:

• Understand the "already / not yet" tension of the Kingdom

• See suffering in the light of future glory

• Rediscover hope rooted in resurrection

• Learn how the Spirit intercedes in our weakness

The world is not spinning out of control.

It is labouring toward renewal.

Until that day, we groan — but we groan in hope.

In this message, we explore the deep Jewish foundation of knowing God’s Word, the importance of passing faith on to the next generation, and why suffering is not meaningless. Romans 8: 17-21 is about present suffering and future glory, this sermon reminds us that testing refines faith and reveals what we truly believe.

We are reminded that:

• Faith must be rooted deeply in Scripture

• Parents are called to disciple their children

• Testing reveals trust

• Present suffering cannot compare to future glory

• All creation is waiting for restoration

There is a bigger story unfolding — one that bends toward redemption.

Death does not get the final word. Glory is coming.

If the Bible is true, then it changes everything — how we suffer, how we parent, how we disciple, and how we live today.

In this message from Epistle to the Romans 8:12–17, we unpack one powerful truth: you are not a slave — you are a child of God.

In this sermon, we explore three life-shaping realities:

✨ Called – We no longer owe our old sinful nature anything. Holiness isn’t about trying harder; it’s about surrendering to the Spirit.

✨ Adopted – We have received the Spirit of adoption and can cry, “Abba, Father.” Christianity is not about fear or religious performance, but relationship.

✨ Heirs – As children of God, we share in Christ’s inheritance and carry a new destiny.

This message speaks to:

Breaking strongholds and sinful patterns

Moving from slavery to sonship

Living from identity, not fear

Understanding your spiritual inheritance

Walking closely with the Holy Spirit

You are adopted.

You are led.

You are loved.

You are an heir with Christ.

Using the image of a doctor's phone call about blood test results, this sermon looks at how our thoughts shape our emotions, our bodies, and ultimately our lives. Paul shows us that transformation is not about effort or willpower, but about a new source of life — the Spirit of God living in us.

Romans 8 teaches us that:

• There is no condemnation for those in Christ
• What we set our minds on shapes the life we experience
• The Spirit gives life and peace, not pressure or performance
• Resurrection life has already begun in us

This message invites us to live from the verdict, pay attention to what is forming us, and let the Spirit renew our minds and lives.

???? Scripture: Romans 8:1–11

????️ Part 2 – Living From the Verdict

At that moment, nothing you do can change the verdict — you either receive it or keep living as if you're condemned.

That's the force of Romans 8:1–4.

In this opening message of our Romans 8 series, we explore Paul's powerful declaration:

"There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."

Romans 8 is the heart of Paul's letter and the foundation of Christian assurance. It begins with no condemnation and ends with no separation — showing us how God has dealt decisively with sin through Jesus and the life-giving power of the Spirit.

In this message, you'll discover:

Why Romans 8 is the climax of Paul's argument

How Romans 8:1 answers the struggle of Romans 7

What "no condemnation" really means

Why grace doesn't lower the standard — it supplies the power

This sermon sets the foundation for the entire Romans 8 series and leads us into communion — where we stop arguing our case and start trusting God's verdict.

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????️ Part 1 — The Verdict Changes Everything

In this message, we explore how faith can subtly drift from being alive and relational to familiar and functional — not through rebellion, but through busyness, routine, and well-intended Christian activity.

This message invites us to say YES to:

• God’s Presence — choosing intimacy over activity

• God’s Formation — allowing Him to shape who we are becoming

• God’s Mission — living sent lives in our everyday spaces

Some may say YES to all three.

Some may start with just one.

He explores the tension of the Kingdom now and the Kingdom not yet, reminding us that whether we experience healing or waiting, God’s grace is sufficient.

In this sermon, you’ll be encouraged to:

Find Jesus in suffering, not only after it

Trust God in both healing and waiting seasons

Let go of performance-driven faith and return to intimacy

Discover how God works through weakness and uncertainty

???? Philippians 1:12 | Romans 8:28–29 | 2 Corinthians 12:9

In Luke 10:38–42, we encounter the familiar story of Mary and Martha — not as a contrast between service and spirituality, but as a loving reordering of what matters most. Jesus does not rebuke Martha's service; He addresses her distraction. And He invites her — and us — back to the one thing necessary.

This message explores:

Why distraction, not rebellion, is one of the greatest threats to loving God

Why Jesus always says "Come to Me" before "Go for Me"

How to live as a Mary in a Martha world — at home, at work, and in church

Why presence must precede mission if our service is to remain life-giving

This sermon is part of the series "Our Yes Belongs to You", calling us to reorder our loves, reclaim our attention, and begin again at the feet of Jesus.

???? Scriptures referenced:

Luke 10:38–42

Matthew 22:36–40

Psalm 27:8

???? Whether you're feeling busy, overwhelmed, or spiritually distracted, this message is an invitation — not to do more, but to come closer.

What would it look like for your yes this year to begin at the feet of Jesus?

But before we ask God to bless our plans, this message invites us to slow down and listen.

In this sermon, Paul reflects on a season of sabbatical and explores Jesus' words in Matthew 22 — the first and greatest commandment: to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind. From there, the message moves into Psalm 27 and God's simple, searching invitation: "Seek My face."

This sermon is not about doing more for God.

It's about turning our attention toward Him.

We're reminded that:

Loving God is not the same as being busy for God

Love always moves toward presence

Seeking God's face is love refusing to stay theoretical

This message sets the foundation for the year ahead with one simple response:

Our yes belongs to You.

Drawing from John 1:1–5, 10–14, this sermon explores the powerful contrast between darkness and light, helping us reflect on the places in our lives where we search for meaning, direction, and truth. While many things offer temporary light — values, knowledge, success, or comfort — only Jesus brings true and lasting illumination. This message challenges us with a deeply personal question: Is Jesus merely a historical figure or inspiring teacher, or is He the Light of your World?

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, we are reminded that recognising the Light requires humility, a willingness to open the door of our hearts, and a daily decision to let Christ illuminate every part of our lives. Having received His light, we are then called to let it shine through us — bringing hope, joy, love, and truth into a world still longing for illumination.

???? Scripture: John 1:1–5, 10–14

???? Series: Light of the World

This sermon explores how God’s love:

Comes near — meeting us exactly where we are

Acts — moving with compassion toward our pain

Gives life — restoring our relationship with God

Is unconditional — not based on our performance or response

Pays the price — through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross

At Christmas, God didn’t give us principles or values — He gave us Himself. The manger and the cross together reveal a love that absorbs our brokenness instead of avoiding it. As recipients of this love, we are called to live it out daily — at home, in hidden ways, in public spaces, and in our relationships with others.

May this message encourage you to reflect on God’s unfailing love and to let His love be revealed through your life this Christmas season.

???? Scripture: 1 John 4:9–10

Christmas is not only about a baby in a manger — it is about a King and His Kingdom bringing righteousness, peace, and joy through the Holy Spirit.

This message invites us to:

Step out of fear, bitterness, and division

Embrace the joy that transcends circumstances

Live as carriers of Christ’s peace in our families, communities, and world

Whether you are weary, hopeful, broken, or full of expectation, this sermon points us to Jesus, and calls us to let His joy truly come to the world.

“I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people.” (Luke 2:10)

In this message we explore:

- Why “peace on earth” doesn’t mean the end of conflict

- The different biblical meanings of peace (and the one the angels proclaimed)

- How true peace comes when we surrender and walk yoked with Jesus

Key Scripture: Matthew 11:28–30

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We learn that:

God has been pursuing humanity with love and hope from the very beginning.

Jesus’ offer of forgiveness is available to everyone — even in our darkest moments.

Each of us must choose how we respond to Jesus: rejection or faith.

Key Scripture: Luke 23:39–43

Theme: The Hope of Christmas

Sermon Series: Light of the World

Even though we don’t know the exact setting, we can feel the wilderness around him. And in that space, David chooses to anchor himself in God’s protection, provision, and presence.

Our hope today is that this Psalm becomes our prayer too — helping us trust God in the quiet, unseen wilderness moments of our own lives.

Key Scripture:

Psalm 16

In this sermon, we unpack:

???? What the “wilderness” looks like in our lives today

???? How Psalm 63 teaches us to pray our desires honestly before God

???? The difference between our deepest desires and our loudest desires

???? St. Augustine’s idea of “ordering our loves”

????️ Why we often chase satisfaction in things that can’t truly satisfy

???? How prayer, fasting, and worship realign our hearts to desire God first

???? How God meets us with His loyal love, power, and glory

David boldly declares, “You satisfy me more than the richest feast.”

This message will help you move from restlessness to true rest, from distraction to desire, and from empty cravings to deep communion with God.

If you're in a wilderness season — or simply thirsty for more of God — this teaching is for you.

???? Key Scripture: Psalm 63

???? Series: Wells in the Wilderness

Through the lens of this ancient psalm, we learn that God not only meets us in the dry places—He satisfies us there. He turns the wilderness into a well, filling us each morning with His steadfast love.

???? Key themes:

Finding refreshment in spiritual and emotional wilderness seasons

Facing the brevity of life with wisdom and perspective

Understanding God’s eternal nature

Learning to pray the Psalms as pathways of formation, not just information

Key Scripture

Psalm 90

In this message, Lauren Gray looks at Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 9, where he reminds the Corinthians that God is the one who provides seed for the farmer and then bread to eat. Every seed we receive — whether it’s a resource, a gift, or an opportunity — carries the potential for multiplication in God’s kingdom.

Through the acronym S.E.E.D. — Source, Examine, Expect, Delight — we explore what it means to recognise God as our Source, to give with joy, to expect His faithfulness, and to delight in His generosity.

This message was shared as we considered how to support Oasis, a ministry that reflects God’s compassion and justice. We are reminded that God gives seed to the sower — and that His provision is not just for our needs, but to bring His kingdom to life through generosity, justice, and love.

???? Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9

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In this message, Pastor Milaine explores the wisdom of Proverbs and the teachings of Jesus, revealing that the good life isn’t found in knowing more, but in living out what we already know.

We’ll learn how to:

???? Build our lives on the solid foundation of God’s Word

???? Develop a deep reverence and awe for who God is

???? Choose obedience over opinion

???? Trust God through life’s storms

???? See His hand even in the hard places

True wisdom starts with the fear of the Lord — not terror, but reverent love and submission.

True community isn’t flawless — it’s formative. Growth happens in the tension, and we need one another to become more like Jesus. You’ll also hear of ways we can unintentionally sabotage community and how to choose Christlike connection instead.

If you’ve been hesitant or hurt by community before, this message will encourage you to lean in again. Life with Jesus was never meant to be lived alone.

???? Scripture: Acts 2:43–47

But there is good news:

Jesus Christ is still King. He reigns above all rulers, authorities, and systems.

And when we submit to Him—not as an external form of behaviour, but as an internal transformation—He restores unity, peace, and hope.

✝️ Key Themes:

• Christ’s supreme authority and reign

• The dangers of polarisation and self-idolatry

• Reclaiming unity in the Church

• Hope rooted in Christ, not ideology

• Living under the kingship of Jesus

When Christ is truly King, we are free from fear of the future.

We no longer build our own kingdoms, but live as citizens of His.

Let us be a Church united—not by our opinions—but by our submission to the King who reigns over all.

In this message, Mike Marais explore how God doesn’t just want to provide for you or protect you — He wants to walk with you. Through a simple story of a neighbour and a water meter, we discover how often we miss the presence of a God who is already near, ready, and willing to help.

???? Key Verse: Micah 6:8

“He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”

Learn how to walk closely with Him every day by learning how to:

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???? Listen - For your God and to your God

???? Lean - on your God and trust Him fully

Be encouraged to slow down, notice God’s presence, and take each step with humility and faith.

Jesus didn’t stay distant—He stepped into our world, ate with sinners, touched the broken, and washed the feet of His disciples. The Gospel is not just words we speak, but love we live.

This is more than a call to missions overseas—it’s a call to cross the street, open our homes, and love those who are closest to us but feel far from God. Let’s be people who kneel low, carry towels instead of titles, and love others well—for in doing so, we are touching the face of Christ Himself.

#BreakingDownWalls #GospelInAction #NewCreationFamilyChurch

This message reminds us that following Jesus means being with Him, becoming like Him, and doing what He did—not by performance, but by grace.

???? Key Scriptures: Matthew 4:18–20 | John 1:35–38 | Matthew 11:28–30

#ApprenticeOfJesus #Discipleship #FollowingJesus #NewCreationFamilyChurch #AmplifyChurch #SouthAfricaChurch #Sermon #SpiritualFormation #EasyYoke #Matthew4 #John1412

What does it mean to dwell in Christ daily? How does God’s pruning shape us, and why is it always purposeful, not punishment? Together we’ll explore how intimacy with Jesus leads to true joy, answered prayer, and lives that glorify the Father.

If you’ve ever felt weary, dry, or disconnected, this passage reminds us that apart from Him we can do nothing—but with Him, we will bear much fruit.

]]> 0:35:45 false https://podcast.show/new_creation_family_church/episode/148329691/ 148329691 https://blubrry.com/new_creation_family_church/148329691/finding-your-why-who-do-you-say-jesus-is-keith-du-plessis/ New Creation Family Church Sermons Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:30:00 -0400 In this message, Keith du Plessis explores one of life’s most important questions “Who do you say that I am?” (Matthew 16:15).  

We look at the famous quote, “He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how” and discover how true purpose can only be found in Jesus Christ. 

Many voices in our world today offer answers about meaning, identity, and purpose. But true clarity comes only when we fix our eyes on Jesus Christ — the Son of the Living God — and make Him the centre of our “why.”

Discover how to:

? Anchor your identity in Christ instead of culture or popular opinion.

? Live with unshakable purpose even in uncertain times.

? Move from distraction and anxiety to confidence and faith in Jesus.

When we know our why in Him, we can endure any how. And when Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God in our lives, we can endure and overcome all things.

Peter calls us to grow in our faith by adding virtue upon virtue: faith, moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and finally, agape love — the kind of love that transforms lives and changes the world.

Discover how to:

✅ Practically grow in brotherly kindness and authentic community.

✅ Live out agape love that sacrifices and serves even when it costs you.

✅ Move from being spiritually passive to becoming fruitful and effective in God’s Kingdom.

At the top of the ladder is love — and when we love like Jesus, everything changes.

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#TheFruitfulLife #2Peter1 #AgapeLove #BrotherlyKindness #FaithInAction #SpiritualGrowth #NCFC #PaulDennison #LoveLikeJesus

We explore what it means to develop patient endurance and godliness — staying in the race when you feel like quitting, and living in a way that honours God. Through Scripture, practical steps, and real-life illustrations like the Navy SEAL “bell” story, this message will inspire you to persevere when life gets hard.

Key Topics in This Message:

How to face your inner battles and overcome discouragement (Galatians 6:9)

How to reframe trials as opportunities for growth (James 1:2–4)

How to build endurance one small “yes” at a time (Hebrews 12:1–2)

Why godliness matters and how to train for it (1 Timothy 4:7)

Why you need community to finish the race strong (Hebrews 10:24–25)

Whether you’re battling doubt, weariness, or the temptation to quit, this message will remind you:

Don’t ring the bell. Keep going. Keep growing.

Self-control isn’t just about willpower — it’s about Spirit-power. In Part 3 of our series The Fruitful Life, we explore how to move from a “have-to” approach to faith into a “want-to” desire for God. Drawing from 2 Peter 1:5–8 and Galatians 5, we’ll see how biblical self-control is not suppressing our desires by force, but being captivated by a greater desire — the love of Christ.

We’ll look at the science behind self-control, the difference between Stoic discipline and Spirit-led living, and how to apply practical, God-honouring steps in everyday life. You’ll discover how to let the Holy Spirit shape your heart so that temptation loses its grip — and how to fall more in love with Jesus so that His song is sweeter than anything else you hear.

Whether you’re struggling with your words, your habits, or your thoughts, this message will equip you with biblical truth and practical tools to live a fruitful, Spirit-led life.

Key Texts: 2 Peter 1:5–8, Galatians 5:16–25, Philippians 2:13, Proverbs 25:28

Discover what the Bible means by moral excellence (Greek: aretē)—the courageous pursuit of what is good and right in every area of life—and how biblical knowledge transforms us from the inside out, shaping our decisions, relationships, and worldview.

Through practical examples, powerful illustrations, and spiritual disciplines like Lectio Divina, you’ll be challenged to make every effort to grow in your walk with Christ, so your life becomes visibly fruitful.

Join us as we dig into what it means to know God experientially, trust His great and precious promises, and take the first step toward spiritual growth.

Join us for a powerful and creative retelling of Acts 27–28, brought to life through a dramatic first-person narrative by our Pieter Trichardt portraying the Apostle Paul. This message takes a fresh and engaging turn as Paul himself shares the gripping story of his shipwreck, storm, survival, and the divine detour to Malta.

“When all hope was lost... God’s purpose still prevailed.”

In this unique message, we’re reminded:

Storms do not mean we’re out of God’s will.

Obedience matters more than comfort.

Malta (our detour) might just be our greatest ministry.

God still speaks—listen, trust, obey.

Be encouraged that no storm, no snake, no shipwreck can separate us from the love and purpose of Christ. Let this dramatic retelling stir your faith and renew your hope.

“Your ship may be breaking apart, but your Saviour never will.”

This message challenges us to move from the “upper room” into the public square, empowered by the Holy Spirit to live out our mission boldly and bring healing to a broken world.

Pastors Paul & Milaine talk on the first two cakes we as a church uphold to:

1. Christ centered - We value put Christ in His rightful place at the head of His Church and at the Centre of everything we do as a community .

2. Family centered community - We are a family Church (it’s in our name) we aim to function more like a family and less like an organisation.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

Pastor Paul is chatting to us on Matthew 20:1-16, The Parable of the Vineyard Workers.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

Dan speaks about the parable of the talents.

These stories are called parables – he used familiar illustrations to reveal deeper revelations. They shine a light on God’s character, change our perspective, and give us practical direction.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church. We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

Friday night Jam takes place every Friday night from 5pm in the Upper Room at the Church for all Primary School kids. Don’t let your kids miss out on this great time together.

Teen Ministry

New Creation Youth is on every Friday night from 7.30 to 9pm in the auditorium. All highschooler’s are welcome to join us worshipping God, and having fun together!

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

Friday night Jam is taking a break during the holidays, but you can still bring your kids to our Sunday morning services for some kids ministry.

Teen Ministry

We are taking a break from Youth during the Easter holiday, but we’re planning to start up again on the 29th of April. Don’t miss out!

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

Friday night Jam is taking a break during the holidays, but you can still bring your kids to our Sunday morning services for some kids ministry.

Teen Ministry

We are taking a break from Youth during the Easter holiday, but we’re planning to start up again on the 29th of April. Don’t miss out!

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

Friday night Jam is taking a break during the holidays, but you can still bring your kids to our Sunday morning services for some kids ministry.

Teen Ministry

We are taking a break from Youth during the Easter holiday, but we’re planning to start up again on the 29th of April. Don’t miss out!

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.

Welcome to New Creation Family Church.

|| Loving God || Loving Others || Advancing His Kingdom

We are a relational church and we would love to get in touch with you. Send us a message through our website and let us know how best we can serve you.

www.newcreation.co.za

Kids Ministry

If you’d like your kids to get involved in the kids ministry content our team puts out each week, head on over to their YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Vn…

Youth Ministry

If you want to get involved in teen ministry, please send a whatsapp to the Green Onion group 07 66 66 9560 to stay in the loop.