December 20, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on December 20, 2015

Christ is Coming Pt 4

Zechariah?s song reveals the role of John the Baptist as both prophet of God - shaped by his Word, and the forerunner of Christ - pointing to Jesus. These two principles challenge us, whatever our roles. Is God?s Word the dominating influence in our lives? Is our desire to point to Jesus?
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December 13, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on December 13, 2015

Christ is Coming Pt 3

Mary?s song reveals the salvation plan of God and the true meaning of the word ?blessed?, to joyfully receive the role that God has given her - something also available to us if we, like Mary, are faithful and willing. Please note that there are no prepared Small Group study notes this week as small groups are in recess until 2016.
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December 6, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on December 6, 2015

Christ is Coming Pt 2

Mary is a model for us as she expresses curiosity and receives the promises which evoke God's revealed character, which then compels her to participate in God's unfolding story. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 29, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 29, 2015

Christ is Coming Pt 1

The foretelling of John the Baptist?s birth illustrates the interweaving of historical events and fulfilled prophecies within Luke?s gospel. Zechariah?s culpable doubt of the angel?s announcement challenges us in how we respond to God?s word. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 29, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 29, 2015

Christ is Coming Pt 1

The foretelling of John the Baptist's birth illustrates the interweaving of historical events and fulfilled prophecies within Luke's gospel. Zechariah's culpable doubt of the angel?s announcement challenges us in how we respond to God's word. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right)
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November 22, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 22, 2015

Nat Schluter sermon

We are reminded in this parable that as God forgives us, we as Christians should forgive others. Forgiveness must be genuine and modelled on the way that God has forgiven us. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 22, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 22, 2015

Christ is Coming – intro sermon

The gospel of Luke (and the companion volume of the book of Acts) were written to enhance certainty and surety in the Christian faith. The opening prologue is a grand entrance into the rest of Luke?s narrative of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 15, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 15, 2015

Hyper-sexuality and the wisdom of God Part 2

Christians should live with everything, including our bodies, honouring Christ. Therefore our relationship status is just the position from which we serve him. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 8, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 8, 2015

Hyper-sexuality and the Wisdom of God – Part 1

We live in a culture of hyper-sexuality where sex is at the same time everything and nothing/meaningless. This sermon examines the issue of hyper-sexuality and reminds us that true satisfaction can only come through a faith in Jesus Christ. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
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November 1, 2015
Published by Alys Martin on November 1, 2015

Same Sex Relationships: Part 2 of 2

God has spoken unchangeably on sexual ethics into a human culture that is always in flux. Christians need to be comfortable in being out of step with contemporary Society with respect to same sex relationships.
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