CCC Hoo Peninsula and Strood Sermons
by CCC Hoo Sermons
Catch up with the latest teaching from the Hoo Peninsula and Strood Community of Cornerstone City Church, Medway.We believe Christianity holds the truth to our purpose, and that Jesus has the power to transform lives. God loves us, Jesus died for us, the Spirit has been poured out on us. Every week, we meet together to hear his truth preached from the Bible, and to experience his power, as we build one another up in faith, hope and love.Find us online here: https://www.cornerstonecity.co.uk/hoo-peninsula-and-stroodYou can get in touch with us here: [email protected]
Episodes
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The Empire strikes back
Acts 19:23–41 describes a violent riot in Ephesus sparked by economic and religious fear over the Apostle Paul's ministry
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The Ripple Effect
In Acts 19 v 1-22, Paul arrives in Ephesus during his third missionary journey and launches a major ministry that shapes the early church.
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We get by with a little help from our friends
Acts 18:18–28 records the end of Paul’s second missionary journey, his return to Antioch, and the rise of Apollos’s ministry in Ephesus and Achaia.
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Forgotten, Ignored and Avoided
Acts 18 recounts the conclusion of Paul’s second missionary journey and the start of his third, highlighting his 18-month ministry in Corinth, a legal ruling by Gallio that favored early Christianity, and the mentoring of the eloquent preacher Apollos by Aquila and Priscilla.
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Help Is On The Way
Acts 16:16–40 narrates the imprisonment and miraculous release of Paul and Silas in the Roman colony of Philippi. The passage highlights themes of spiritual power, salvation, and the rights of Roman citizenship.
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God's Mission Continues
Acts 15:36–41 and Acts 16:1–15 marks the dramatic split between Paul and Barnabas and the launch of Paul's second missionary journey.
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Jesus Plus Nothing - Acts 15:1-35
Acts 15:1–35 describes the Jerusalem Council, a pivotal turning point in the early Church that established that salvation is by grace through faith alone, freeing Gentile converts from the obligation of following Jewish law.
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The Prophet with a big pout - It's not fair
The final chapter of Jonah focuses on Jonah’s intense anger at God's mercy after the city of Nineveh repents and escapes destruction, concluding the book with a powerful lesson on divine compassion.
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Jonah's Second Chance
Jonah's second chance leads him to declare impending judgment, prompting an immediate and total repentance from the citizens of Nineveh, including the king and livestock. In response to their genuine change of heart and behaviour, God relents and shows mercy, highlighting the chapter's theme of...
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The Prophet’s Deep Dive
After being thrown overboard by sailors to calm a divine storm in Chapter 1, Jonah is swallowed by a massive sea creature sent by God. Trapped inside the fish for three days and three nights, the narrative pauses its fast-paced action to focus entirely on Jonah’s poetic prayer.
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Jonah and the Whale
Come listen to my tale of Jonah and the whale Way down in the middle of the ocean... God tells the prophet Jonah to go to the wicked city of Nineveh to preach against it. Jonah refuses and boards a ship heading in the opposite direction to Tarshish. God sends a violent storm, Jonah is identified…
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Peter's Miraculous Escape From Prison
In Acts 12: 1-19 we learn about how King Herod put Peter in a tight spot. He chained him to two guards in a dark cell. Guards watched the door. Then, an angel woke Peter up. His heavy chains fell off. They walked right past the guards. The massive iron gate opened all by itself. Peter was free!
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The Gospel Reaches the Gentiles
In Acts 10-11:18, Peter learns that God's salvation is for everyone, not just the Jewish people. An angel tells a Roman man named Cornelius to send for Peter. Meanwhile, God gives Peter a vision of unclean animals, telling him to eat. God means for Peter to stop treating Gentiles (non-Jews) as...
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Why should I bother?
In Acts 9:32-43, the Apostle Peter performs two powerful miracles that expand the early church's reach. He heals Aeneas, a paralyzed man in Lydda, and raises a devoted disciple named Tabitha (Dorcas) from the dead in Joppa. Both miraculous acts bring glory to Jesus, leading many in the region to...
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Saul’s Conversion
Acts 9:1-31 details the miraculous conversion of Saul, the church's fiercest persecutor. Struck blind by the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus, he is healed by Ananias, baptized, and immediately begins preaching that Jesus is the Son of God, shifting from persecutor to the Apostle to the Gentiles
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Saul persecutes the church
Acts 8 describes the early Christian church's expansion beyond Jerusalem, triggered by intense persecution. Driven by Saul, believers fled to Judea and Samaria, where the evangelist Philip successfully preached the gospel, healed the sick, and baptized new converts.
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Apostolic Church Full of The Holy Spirit
The dramatic rise, martyrdom, and legacy of Stephen, the first Christian martyr, and the resulting persecution that scattered the early church.
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A Lukian Sandwich
Acts 6:1-7 details the early church’s response to its first major internal crisis. The growing community faced ethnic tension between Hebrew and Greek-speaking Jewish believers because widows were neglected in daily food distributions. To resolve this, the apostles delegated practical care to…
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For His Name's Sake
Acts 5:12-42 chronicles the early Christian apostles facing intense persecution. Despite being arrested by the Jewish ruling council for preaching about Jesus, they boldly declared they must obey God rather than men. They were flogged, yet rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer for His...
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Acts of the Holy Spirit through the Apostles
In Acts 3:1–4:22, Peter and John heal a man lame from birth at the Temple gate, prompting a sermon where Peter credits Jesus' resurrection power. After the pair are arrested and questioned by religious leaders, they boldly defend their ministry, asserting that salvation comes only through Jesus,...
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Sharing Is Caring
Acts 2:42-47 - Fellowship of Believers Sharing is caring, sharing is fun. We can all share together, be kind to everyone
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An Apostolic People
Acts 1–2:46 covers the ascension of Jesus, the empowerment of the disciples via the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, and the formation of the early church.
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The Resurrection
Mark 16:1-8 details the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb by women followers who find the stone rolled away and a young man in white announcing that Jesus has risen.
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Peter's Denial
Mark 14:66-72 recounts Peter’s three-fold denial of Jesus in the high priest’s courtyard, fulfilling Jesus' prophecy that Peter would deny him before the rooster crowed twice.
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Before The Sanhedrin
Mark 14:53-65 details Jesus’ trial before the Sanhedrin, a rigged, nocturnal proceeding where religious leaders sought false testimony to convict him.
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Gethsemane
Mark 14:32-42 depicts Jesus' intense agony in the Garden of Gethsemane, where he prays to the Father to take the cup of suffering away but submits to God's will.
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Jesus Predicts Peter’s Denial
In Mark 14:27-31, Jesus predicts that all his disciples will desert him, fulfilling prophecy (Zechariah 13:7), but promises to meet them in Galilee after his resurrection.
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The Last Supper
Mark 14:12-26 describes Jesus preparing for and celebrating the Last Supper (Passover) with his disciples.
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Jesus anointed at Bethany
Mark 14:1-11 details the plot by religious leaders to kill Jesus during Passover, contrasted with a woman anointing him with expensive perfume in Bethany.
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Signs of the End of Age
Mark 13:1-31 teaches Christians to remain vigilant, faithful, and hopeful despite persecution and global turmoil.
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Widow's Offering
In Mark 12:41-44, Jesus observes people putting money into the Temple treasury, noting that a poor widow contributes two small copper coins (worth a penny) while rich people give large sums. Jesus tells his disciples that she gave more than all others because she gave everything she had to live…
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The Messiah, the Shepherd, and the Heart of True Leadership // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 12:35-40
In Mark 12:35-40, Jesus asks a question that exposes far more than theology - it reveals hearts. This message unpacks Jesus’ identity as both David’s Son and David’s Lord, contrasting the humility of the true Shepherd with the self-interest of false leaders. Drawing from Scripture, history, and...
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From Promise to Newborn King
This message traces the unbroken thread of God’s faithfulness - from His promise to David, through Isaiah’s prophecy, to the birth of Christ, the New Covenant King. It’s a call to align our plans with God’s eternal purpose, because His promises never fail. Through Jesus, God offers not just...
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The Greatest Commandment // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 12:28-34
When asked which commandment mattered most, Jesus responded with a radical call to wholehearted love - love for God and love for people. In this stirring message, we explore how this simple yet profound truth sits at the heart of true discipleship and kingdom living. If your faith feels cluttered...
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Marriage at the Resurrection // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 12:18-27
The Sadducees came with a trap, but Jesus answered with truth. This eye-opening message unpacks how Jesus dismantled their flawed thinking on resurrection and revealed the power of God and the authority of Scripture. It’s a reminder that the wisdom of man cannot contend with the wisdom of Christ....
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Show Me the Money // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 12:13-17
When religious leaders try to trap Jesus with a question about taxes, He responds with divine wisdom that cuts through politics, power, and pride. This message explores what it truly means to give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s. It’s a call to wholehearted surrender…
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The Parable of the Tenants: How Not to Lead // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 12:1-12
Jesus tells a piercing story that exposes failed leadership, rejected truth, and the tragic consequences of ignoring God’s messengers. In this bold parable, we’re confronted with a sobering question: what kind of stewards are we with what God has entrusted? A timely and powerful message for...
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Jesus' Authority Is Questioned // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 11:27-33
When the religious leaders questioned Jesus’ authority, He answered in a way that exposed their hearts. In this gripping message from Mark 11:27-33, we explore what true spiritual authority looks like, and how we too must wrestle with who Jesus truly is. Is He Lord of your life, or just a figure…
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Keys to Effective Prayer // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 11:20-25
What if your prayers could move mountains? In this powerful message from our series in the Gospel of Mark, we uncover Jesus’ keys to effective prayer - faith without doubt, forgiveness without delay, and belief without wavering. Drawing from Mark 11:20-25, this teaching challenges us to align our...
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Equipped to Reap: Living Ready in a Harvest Season // Evangelism Workshop
This powerful training session challenges believers to recognise the current openness to the gospel and respond with intentionality, compassion, and courage. Through the 411 Discipleship Tool, it equips everyday Christians to share their faith practically, starting with personal testimony and...
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Faith That Sees: The Cry That Stopped Jesus // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 10:46-52
In a noisy crowd, a blind beggar shouted until heaven stood still. This message unpacks the faith of Bartimaeus, a man with no status, no sight, and nothing to lose - except the chance to encounter Jesus. Through his persistent cry, reverent declaration, and surrendered response, Bartimaeus…
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From Small Beginnings to Kingdom Multiplication: The Jabez Invitation
This Vision Sunday marked 33 years of God’s faithfulness and a bold step into the future. Inspired by the prayer of Jabez (1 Chronicles 4:9-10), the message calls us to believe God for multiplication, moving from one church in many communities to a family of churches on mission together. It’s a...
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True Greatness: The Way of the Towel // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 10:35-45
This powerful message redefines greatness through the lens of Jesus’ servant-hearted example. Rooted in Mark 10:35-45, it explores the misguided ambition of James and John, contrasts kingdom greatness with worldly status, and invites us all to pick up the towel - not the throne. Through vivid...
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The Cost of Discipleship // The Gospel of Mark / Mark 10:17-31
In Mark 10:17-31, Jesus lovingly challenges a rich young man who seeks eternal life but is unwilling to part with his wealth. This passage exposes the heart of true discipleship - surrender. Jesus calls us to let go of what holds us back and trust Him fully. His words remind us that while it may...
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Let the Children Come // The Gospel of Mark / Mark 10:13-16
In Mark 10:13-16, Jesus welcomes little children with open arms, revealing the heart of the kingdom of God. He rebukes those who would hinder them, teaching that the kingdom belongs to those with childlike faith. This message calls us to embrace simplicity, humility, and trust like a child, and…
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Causing To Stumble // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 9:42-50
In Mark 9:42-50, Jesus delivers a sobering warning about the seriousness of causing others to stumble in their faith. This message challenges us to reflect on our actions, words, and behaviours that may hinder others from walking with Christ. Jesus emphasises radical measures to remove anything...
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Lord, Who Are My 10?
Inspired by Zechariah 8:23, this powerful exhortation challenges us to recognise the influence we carry as believers. The scripture speaks of ten people from all languages and nations grabbing hold of one believer, declaring, “We have heard that God is with you.” This charge invites us to ask,...
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Whoever Is Not Against Us Is for Us // The Gospel of Mark // Mark 9:38-41
In Mark 9:38-41, Jesus challenges narrow thinking, reminding His disciples that the Kingdom is bigger than they imagined. This message calls us to recognise and honour those who work for Christ, even if they are outside our circles. It’s a call to unity, humility, and partnership in advancing…
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He Is Risen - Christ the First and the Last
This Easter Sunday, we celebrate the Risen King - the Christ who conquered the grave. From the empty tomb in John 20:1-10 to the angel’s declaration in Matthew 28:1-10, and His eternal authority in Revelation 1:17-18, we behold Jesus as the First and the Last, the Living One who died and is alive...
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Come, Lord Jesus
Rooted in Revelation 1:7, this message stirs the heart of the church to live with urgency, hope, and holy expectation for Christ’s return. In line with CCC’s vision, we are called to be a people who long for His appearing, holding tightly to the promise of glory and perfection in the new…
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About this show
Catch up with the latest teaching from the Hoo Peninsula and Strood Community of Cornerstone City Church, Medway.We believe Christianity holds the truth to our purpose, and that Jesus has the power to transform lives. God loves us, Jesus died for us, the Spirit has been poured out on us. Every week, we meet together to hear his truth preached from the Bible, and to experience his power, as we build one another up in faith, hope and love.Find us online here: https://www.cornerstonecity.co.uk/hoo-peninsula-and-stroodYou can get in touch with us here: [email protected]
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