CHS Cape Town Sermon Podcast

In continuing with our meeting Jesus, we look into the great commissioning encounter between Jesus and the disciples. Katie & Tim walk us through this encounter and encourage us to1. Go where God has called us to go.2. Make disciples and not just converts.3. Baptise people into the community of believers.

Have you encountered Jesus and still have doubts? In continuing with our Meeting Jesus series, Colleen draws lessons from Thomas' story that we all can apply in our lives. Some of the lessons are1. Thomas was open and honest about his doubts.2. He stayed with them.3. He stayed within his community.Regardless of Thomas' doubt, Jesus still met with him.

In continuing with our Meeting Jesus sermon series, Caroline walks us through encounters the disciples had with the resurrected Jesus. Some lessons we learn from these encounters are1. God seeks us out first.2. Our God has wounds and scars.3. Jesus' wounds speak volumes

As we continue with our meeting Jesus series, Keenan walks us through Peter's encounters with Jesus. From these encounters we learn that1. Jesus restores2. Jesus recommissions

Journey with us on the Meeting With Jesus sermon series that begins with Brendan looking at the life of Mary Magdelene who happens to be one of the first people to encounter our risen saviour after His resurrection. From her life and encounter with Jesus, we learn1. Encounters with Jesus lead to transformation. We are moved from brokenness to a restored life.2. Faithful discipleship. Mary supported, followed & remained even when others fell away.3. Witness. A recognition of the truth that Jesus is alive leads to a sharing of these good news.

On this resurrection Sunday, Brendan teaches us the Jesus has gone ahead of us. We can rest in knowing that the way we are travelling is a way He has prepared for us His children. Jesus has made a way for us to have a relationship with God and also shows us the path to eternal life.It is our privilege today to follow in the steps of Jesus, knowing that it is a path He walked Himself. We therefore have know reason to fear!

Saul is a man on a mission that leads through the wilderness. An ungodly one at that. God, in His mercy, interrupts that mission and sends Paul on a completely different mission. In this sermon, Keenan teaches us that sometimes God interrupts our wilderness season to fulfil His own will and desires. Keenan further invites us to1. Surrender to God's interruption2. Trust the hidden work3. Obey God even when it's uncomfortable.The wilderness is not where God abandons His people. It is, instead, a place wherein He forms His people!

In continuing with our wilderness series, Jonathan walks us through David’s own wilderness season and draws principles we could apply whilst navigating our own wilderness seasons.

If Jesus went through the wilderness, so will we! In this sermon, Keenan reminds us that God does some of His deepest and best work whilst we are in the wilderness. This is a place wherein our desires can be purified. Here are some principles to follow that will help whilst we are still in the dessert.1. Seek God's presence first.2. Let God form you3. Trust His preparationIn the vast emptiness of the wilderness, God is with us! Let us rest in that we are not alone and that the wilderness season will pass like all seasons do!

God longs to be with us! More than what He gives us or does for for us, God wants to spend time with us. In this sermon Brendan, challenges us to reflect on what we hunger for? Some of the things we do to replace prayer are1. We are busy. We strive in the place of abiding2. We overthink and live in anxiety3. We fill space with digital distractions and entertainment4. We rely on ourselves5. We pursue religious activity without intimacy with GodLet's take time to Pause, Rejoice, Ask & Yield.Keep it simple! Keep it real! Keep it up!

Have you found yourself in the wilderness before? If you haven't, it's coming! In this sermon, Brendan reminds that this is an avoidable season that we all have to navigate through. He reminds that this time is always to our benefit in preparing us for what is coming.Looking at the Israelites wilderness season we learn that 1. They had to learn to trust God2. God provides in the wilderness3. Redeemed people are called to reflect God's character of Holiness4. Forgetfulness leads to unbelief. We should constantly remind ourselves of God's goodnessGod's goodness will most certainly outlast the wilderness season.

In this sermon, Andy encourages us to love God and love God's people enough to share with them what we have received of God's love.Whilst, walking through the text, we see how Jesus, whilst on His ultimate mission, took time out to have a meal with Zacchaeus. In a world that needs Jesus, we should share the Gospel with boldness and urgency

The Bible is not just a book, it is the lens through which we see God and the mirror through which we understand ourselves. In this sermon, Keenan encourages us to1. Exhalt God's word2. Delight in God's word3. Be guided by God's wordThe Bible is not a wall, it's a window. The Bible isn't the end goal, Life with Jesus is!

In this sermon, Sli reminds us that worship is more about our heart posture than it is about the songs we sing! Key principles she shared are1. Worship begins where Jesus meets us.2. True worship is formed by and flows from truth.3. Worship is about Jesus crucified, risen and reigning.Our worship is more than just the songs we get sing. It is an expression of what our hearts treasure. It manifests itself in every part of our lives.

In this Sermon, Brendan encourages to advance in worship, word and prayer in spite of the sometimes challenging circumstances that may surround our lives. Key principles to apply in our daily living from this message are1. Surrender in prayer2. Hear the word.3. Celebrate in worship.God is faithful to His word. We can demonstrate our reliance on Him through prayer and further demonstrate our faith in Him by worshipping Him just as the people of Judah did!!!

Are more familiar with anxiety than we are with peace? In this sermon Caroline walks through a prayer in Psalm 55 that reminds of the power of prayer during times of anxiety and uncertainty.

As we set out into a new year, Keenan reminds us to seek God's presence above all else. In pursuit of God's presence, prayer is key. Some key points to draw from this passage of scripture are- Success without God is Failure- Intimacy with God is an intentional endeavour- We approach God with awe and wonder, fixing our gaze on Him realising that our God is bigger than all that we may encounter in our lives.- God's nearness is fulfilled in JesusAs the year begins, we determine in our hearts and minds to pursue intimacy with God assured in that God is willing to be intimate with us.

In this message, Jonathan draws some foundational lessons on prayer from Jesus’ prayer in John 17. Some core lessons from this message areChristian prayer is about experiencing intimacy with GodGod wants to hear from usJesus Prayed for us!Christian Prayer is about participating in the life of the living GodAs we set out to either maintain, grow or maybe even start our prayer lives, this message reminds us of the importance of prayer and shows a model of prayer displayed by Jesus that we all can incorporate into our own prayer lives.#Prayer #John17 #ChristianLiving #ChurchOfTheHolySpirit

What does it really mean to live with hope?In this powerful Advent message from Matthew 24:36–44, we explore why humans throughout history have been obsessed with predicting the end — and why Jesus calls us instead to live ready, grounded, and joyfully expectant.Tracing everything from failed prophecies to cultural predictions like Y2K and the 2012 Mayan calendar, this sermon uncovers the deeper truth: prediction is a human instinct, but true hope is a Christian discipline. Hope isn’t crossing our fingers for a better future — it’s a confident expectation rooted in the character of God.Jesus invites us to live prepared, not panicked. Awake, not afraid. Actively waiting with worship, trust, and daily faithfulness.If you long for a deeper, steadier hope in a chaotic world, this Advent message will anchor your soul and reorient your heart toward the One who has come — and who will come again.Key Themes:• The difference between cultural hope and biblical hope• Why humans try to predict the end• What Jesus actually teaches about being ready• How to wait with joy, not fear• Three practices for hope-filled livingApplication Points:- Worship while you wait- Release control while you wait- Keep coming to God while you waitScripture: Matthew 24:36–44

What kind of hero are we really waiting for?In this message from our Jesus in the Old Testament series, Brendan unpacks Isaiah 10:1–11 and the prophecy of the Branch — a Spirit-empowered Messiah who rises from a seemingly dead stump to bring justice, truth, and restoration to a broken world.Through powerful examples from the life of Jesus, we see how the promised Messiah defends the vulnerable, confronts hypocrisy, reveals truth, and ushers in shalom: peace, wholeness, flourishing, and restored relationships. This isn’t the hero we imagine — it’s the One God provides.If you’re longing for hope or craving a justice that actually heals, this message will lift your eyes to the only One who judges with perfect righteousness and brings true restoration.

When life feels chaotic and the storms won’t let up, how do you hold on to hope?In this powerful message from our series Jesus in the Old Testament: The Serpent, The Virgin, The Branch, Katie unpacks Isaiah 7:10–16 — revealing how the prophecy of the virgin-born Messiah wasn’t just a sign for ancient Israel, but a promise for anyone walking through fear, uncertainty, or pressure today.If you’re facing a storm, this message will remind you: Jesus is with you in it, not just after it. He is your peace, your promise, and your steady anchor.

What if the story of The Fall isn’t just about humanity’s failure, but God’s faithfulness?In this message, Keenan Farquhar kicks off our new Advent series, “Jesus in the Beginning”, with a powerful look at Genesis 3, exploring how the story of the serpent, the fall, and the first sin actually reveals the grace and redemptive plan of Jesus from the very start.Through this message, you’ll discover:- The two great lies the serpent still whispers today: “Did God really say?” and “You can be like God.”- How sin impacts all of us, personally, collectively, and globally.- Why even in our rebellion, God moves toward us in grace, not away from us.- How the first sacrifice in Eden points directly to Jesus, the Lamb of God.Whether you’re exploring faith, preparing your heart for Advent, or longing to see Jesus more clearly in Scripture, this message will help you see that even in the garden, God was already planning the cross.📖 Main Scripture: Genesis 3#Genesis3 #TheSerpent #JesusInTheOldTestament #Advent #Redemption #BibleSermon #ChristianTeaching #Genesis #FallOfMan #GospelMessage #KeenanFarquhar #Faith #Jesus

In this inspiring and deeply personal message, Keenan Farquhar reminds us that we are called for more — not just to do great things for God, but to live with God. Drawing from Ephesians 2:1–10, he unpacks what it means to be God’s workmanship — created in Christ Jesus for good works prepared in advance for us.This sermon explores the tension between calling and burnout, between loving the call and loving the Caller. With honesty and hope, Keenan challenges us to rediscover intimacy with God as the source of our purpose and passion.🔥 You’ll learn how to:1️⃣ Return to the table before you return to the stage.2️⃣ Remember who you’re really doing this for.3️⃣ Rebuild your calling in community.Whether you’re a leader, a dreamer, or someone trying to find your way back to God’s purpose — this message will reignite your faith and remind you:👉 You’re not just called to do more — you’re called for more.#CalledForMore #Ephesians2 #Purpose #ChristianLiving #Faith #ChurchOnline

In this powerful message, Brenden unpacks the true meaning of stewardship — living as people entrusted by God with His creation, His gospel, and every good gift in our lives.Drawing from Psalm 24:1 — “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it” — we’re reminded that God owns everything, possessions are temporary, and we are managers, not owners.Brenden explores what it means to:🌍 Steward the globe — caring for creation and seeking justice.📖 Steward the gospel — sharing the Good News we’ve been entrusted with.💰 Steward our time, treasure, and talents — using what we’ve been given for God’s glory.This sermon will challenge you to live with deeper gratitude, purpose, and accountability — because God has entrusted you with so much more than you think.#Stewardship #Entrusted #Psalm24 #ChristianLiving #ChurchOnline

In this message, Brenden unpacks what it truly means to live as stewards — people entrusted by God with His creation, His gospel, and every good gift in our lives. From Psalm 24:1, we’re reminded that “the earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.” Nothing we have is really ours — we are caretakers of what belongs to Him.This sermon challenges us to rethink ownership and responsibility:🌍 How do we steward the globe — the world God has made?📖 How do we steward the gospel — the message of salvation we’ve been entrusted to share?💰 How do we use our time, treasure, and talents for God’s glory?If you’ve ever wondered what faithful stewardship looks like in everyday life, this message will inspire you to live with greater purpose, gratitude, and accountability.#Stewardship #Psalm24 #ChristianLiving #Entrusted #ChurchOfTheHolySpirit

In Mark 12:41–44, Jesus watches a widow give two small coins—and says she has given more than anyone else. Why? Because true generosity isn’t about the amount, but the heart behind the gift.This sermon, “God Wants Your Heart, Not Your Stuff,” reminds us that God values devotion over possessions and love over luxury. The challenge for us is clear: how can we live more generously with our time, resources, and lives?📖 Scripture: Mark 12:41–44✝️ Title: God Wants Your Heart, Not Your Stuff

What does it look like to welcome outsiders, invite the unlikely, and create space for people to encounter Jesus? In this sermon, we dive into Luke 14 and explore how radical hospitality is part of God’s mission in the world.👉 Subscribe for more sermons that connect Scripture to everyday life in Cape Town and beyond.

Why does Jesus eat with sinners? In Matthew 9:10–17, we see that hospitality is at the very heart of God. From Genesis to Revelation, God moves toward people with love, welcome, and invitation. This sermon explores how Jesus redefines holiness—not by exclusion, but by mercy and compassion—and how we can embody radical hospitality in our everyday lives.

What led to the exile of Israel in 2 Kings 17? In this message from our Kingdoms in Crisis series, we explore why God allowed His people to fall, the dangers of idolatry and injustice, and the warnings sent through prophets like Hosea, Amos, and Jonah. Most importantly, we see God’s heart of mercy, calling His people to return to Him. This sermon is a reminder that God’s judgment is real—but so is His unfailing love and invitation to repentance.📖 Scripture: 2 Kings 17

In this sermon from our Kingdoms in Crisis series, Brendan explores one of the most dramatic and violent passages in Scripture: the downfall of Ahab’s family and the death of Jezebel (2 Kings 9–10).Why does God’s judgment seem so brutal here? What do we do with stories of violence in the Bible? And how does this connect to the peace, love, and forgiveness revealed in Jesus Christ?Through Jehu’s bloody rise to power, we uncover:The historical and cultural context of violence in the ancient Near EastHow God uses judgment to highlight the seriousness of sinThe progressive revelation that points us from the Old Testament to ChristWhy we must always read Scripture through the lens of Jesus, the Prince of PeaceThis message challenges us to wrestle honestly with hard texts, while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus—the true revelation of God’s heart.📖 Key Scripture: 2 Kings 9–10✝️ Series: Kingdoms in Crisis

Fear. Shame. Loneliness. These three experiences shape so much of our human story. But in 2 Kings 6, God shows us how He meets us in each of them—with His protection, His grace, and His presence.In this sermon, Keenan Farquhar walks us through the story of Elisha and the Aramean army, reminding us that through Jesus, we are invited to become truly human—free from fear, covered in grace, and welcomed to the table of God’s presence.

This past Sunday, Brenden Fox unpacked the powerful story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5—a man of status, influence, and power, yet helpless in the face of his deepest need. Through Naaman’s healing, we are reminded of the striking contrast between what we think we deserve and the undeserved grace that God freely gives.It’s a story that challenges our pride, our entitlement, and our assumptions about God’s ways. Most importantly, it points us to the life-changing truth that God’s grace is never earned—it is received.✨ Key Themes:Naaman’s pride vs. God’s humilityThe scandal of undeserved graceWhy God’s healing is always bigger than just the physicalLearning to receive rather than achieveListen in and be encouraged to lay down what you think you’ve earned, and embrace the grace you could never deserve.📖 Scripture Reference: 2 Kings 5:1–19

This week, Mandy Pearson takes us into one of the most powerful moments in the Gospels—Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. Together, we’ll reframe how Jesus truly sees us, and wrestle with the life-changing question: How does God see us, and how do we see others?From shame to chosen, from theological confusion to confidence as an evangelist—this message will challenge your perspective and inspire you to live out your calling.Don’t miss it!

This Week in Our Kings Series | Where Do You Turn When Life Gets Hard?In this week’s message, Keenan dives into 2 Kings 4, unpacking four powerful miracles that reveal the heart of God in the midst of crisis. When everything falls apart, where do you go? Who do you turn to?Through the stories in this chapter, we discover a God who is full of compassion, who practices hospitality, and who leads with wisdom. And if we claim to follow Him, then we’re called to embody those same characteristics in a broken world.This is a timely word for anyone feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or uncertain. Don’t miss it!#KingsSeries #2Kings4 #FaithInCrisis #GodOfCompassion #LivingItOut #KingdomsInCrisis #FollowJesus

This Week in Our Kings Series: We discover the hand over from Elijah - Elisha?Brenden unpacks the moment Elijah hands over the mantle to Elisha.#KingsSeries #FaithfulGod #LivingStones #LeadershipMatters

This Week in Our Kings Series | Elijah loses hopeThis week, Brenden takes us to the point of Elijah's despair — Elijah faces the reality of his own mental state. Even in the middle of despair, God stays faithful. God is with us through all of what life throws our way.#KingsSeries #FaithfulGod  #JesusOurGlory #KingdomBuilders #decision

This Week in Our Kings Series | The God who answers by fire!This week, Keenan takes us deep into the standoff of the Gods — Elijah imploring God's people to make a decision. Even in the middle of division, failure, and chaos, God stays faithful. Choose today who's God is the true God!This message leaves us with some big questions:👉 If God had to prove himself in your life, how would you know?👉 What happens when you are faced with confrontation?👉 What sort of commitment is God calling you to? Don't miss this one. God is calling us into something deeper.#KingsSeries #FaithfulGod #mtcarmel #JesusOurGlory #KingdomBuilders #decision

This past week we celebrated 8 baptisms! 🙌 In this message, Brenden unpacks the power and beauty of what it means to follow Jesus.

It’s Pentecost Sunday! 🔥 In this message, Keenan unpacks John 14:25–27 and explores how the Holy Spirit illuminates Jesus in our hearts, gives us supernatural peace, and propels us into action.You have a role to play in the Kingdom of God — whether through praying, serving, or giving. Keenan challenges us to reflect deeply: How is the Spirit inviting you to respond today?Don't miss this powerful, Spirit-filled word. 🙌#PentecostSunday #HolySpirit #John1425 #KingdomAction #PrayServeGive

This Week in Our Kings Series | Who Are You Following? 👑This week, Brenden takes us deep into the moment Israel’s kingdom splits in two — a powerful turning point in the story of God’s people. Even in the middle of division, failure, and chaos, God stays faithful. His purposes don’t fall apart when we do.This message leaves us with some big questions:👉 Who are you following?👉 Where are they leading you?👉 And maybe even deeper… Who’s following you — and where are you leading them?Don't miss this one. It's not just history — it's your calling.#KingsSeries #FaithfulGod #LivingStones #JesusOurGlory #KingdomBuilders #LeadershipMatters

This Week in Our Kings Series | Solomon’s Rise and FallKeenan dives into the life of Solomon—not just his wisdom and wealth, but his slow and subtle fall. What started with a heart tuned to God’s voice ended in distraction, compromise, and division.In a world full of noise, Solomon's story forces us to ask a crucial question: Whose voice are you listening to?Through Solomon’s rise and downfall, we’re challenged to examine the voices shaping our decisions—culture, comfort, ambition, or the Spirit of God. This message will help you discern God’s voice in the midst of the chaos and walk in obedience to His call.Don’t miss this timely word that invites us back to wholehearted devotion.#KingsSeries #VoiceOfGod #Solomon #SpiritualDiscernment #FaithfulLiving

This Week in Our Kings Series | Building the TempleIn this week’s message, Keenan unpacks the powerful journey of building the temple—highlighting how God's faithfulness remains constant even when His timing doesn’t match our own. Through the lens of Jesus, we see the true glory of God revealed, and we’re reminded that we are now called to be living stones—actively building God’s temple here on earth. Don’t miss this timely encouragement to trust His promises and live out His purpose.#KingsSeries #LivingStones #FaithfulGod #JesusOurGlory #ChurchBuilders

This week in our Kings Series, Brendan unpacks what it truly means to ask God for wisdom. 🔥Discover the powerful difference between wisdom and knowledge—and how, through Jesus, we have access to divine wisdom for everyday life. Don’t miss this encouraging and practical message!

This week we start a New Sermon Series called; Kingdom's in Crisis. Brendan Fox introduces us to the book of 1 and 2 Kings and unpacks where we will be going for the next couple of Sundays.

This week we’re joined by Luxolo Kentane, National Director of Alpha South Africa, as he unpacks John 15:11–15 and explores the transformative power of friendship.

Keenan preaches at our Good Friday Reflective Service about the foolishness of God.

This week Brendan concludes our Easter Weekend preaching about the resurrection of Jesus.

As we continue in our lent series "The Path To The Cross" Keenan preaches about Palm Sunday.

As we continue in our lent series "The Path To The Cross" Katie Wade preaches about the look that made a grown man cry.

As we continue in our lent series "The Path To The Cross" Thobelani preaches about finding the lost pieces of our lives.