CityLife Church Australia

Why does God allow pain and can anything truly be redeemed? In his Community Impact Weekend message, Nic McKay explore one of the most hope-filled themes in the Bible - redemption.

Why is forgiveness so difficult — especially when the hurt is deep, personal, and ongoing? In this powerful and honest message, Shelley explores one of the most challenging teachings of Jesus — forgiveness — and what it really means to forgive when the pain is real.

What if the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just a historical event but the turning point for your life today? In this Easter message, Mike explores the power and meaning of the resurrection and why it continues to transform lives across the world.

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Father, forgive them” on the cross? In this Good Friday sermon, Andrew unpacks the meaning of Jesus’ words during the crucifixion and why they remain central to the Christian faith.

Who is Jesus really, and why does it matter? In this Palm Sunday sermon, Racquel explores Jesus’ claims about His identity and what the Bible reveals about who He truly is.

What did Jesus mean when He taught us to pray, “Give us this day our daily bread”? Andrew explores how this familiar line from the Lord’s Prayer goes far deeper than physical provision.

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “The truth will set you free”? In this message exploring John 8:31–32, Mike looks at the condition Jesus placed before that famous promise.

Why does prayer matter so much in the Christian life? In this message, Praba explores the power and purpose of prayer and why it is essential for anyone who wants to walk closely with God.

In this "Just as He Said" message, Clem explores how Jesus was tested in private before his public ministry and what that means for our spiritual growth today.

In this message, Mike explores how the abundance of God is revealed among His people through generosity, worship, and trust.

Mike reveals why making disciples doesn’t have to be intimidating when we realise that we sow the seed of God’s word into people’s hearts but it is the Holy Spirit that causes growth.

In this vision message for 2026, Andrew Chisholm shares CityLife’s Overflowing Life vision, calling the church to rediscover God’s original design to be fruitful and multiply.

When Jesus is declared Lord, He exposes and disrupts our idols. Shelley encourages us to look to Paul’s courageous and wise faithfulness in Acts 19 – remembering that Jesus is greater than any modern-day "Artemis".

Change is a normal part of life but that doesn’t mean we find change easy. In this deeply pastoral message, Mike explains that God never asks His people to ignore what they’re feeling or leaves them to walk through the transition alone.

Chris delivers a powerful call to the church to move from noticing needs to faithful action and to respond to God’s stirring with ownership, obedience, and hope.

Many Christians want to grow spiritually but feel distracted and unfocused. Drawing from Genesis 1 and other bible passages, Clem explores the causes of spiritual stagnation and reveals the singular purpose for which we were all created.

Life is short. Eternity is real. So what do we do with the one life God has given us? In our first message of 2026, Dan presses into the importance of honouring God with the time we’ve been given.

As one year closes and a new one begins, many of us stop and think back over what’s happened. In our last message of 2025, Deb invites us to reflect on God’s presence in our lives during the year and to learn what it means to trust Him with whatever comes next.

It is Christmas Day and the story at the heart of the season takes us to the angelic announcements of Jesus’ birth. In this Christ-centred message, Mike looks at how the angels spoke to Mary, Joseph and the shepherds, revealing that Jesus is Saviour, Messiah and Lord.

In this “Signs of the Season” message, Racquel traces the meaning of the Christmas star through the whole Bible as the symbol pointing to Jesus - the promised and eternal Shepherd King.

Christmas carols contain within them a powerful message. But how come so many people can hear but still remain unaffected? Clem Fung explores some of the reasons why that is and what we can do about it.

Praba encourages us to live connected to the Light of the World this Christmas season and to carry His brightness wherever we go

In this dynamic message, Amanda Saenz invites you to discover that God has intentionally sent each of us to specific people and how to live on mission with purpose, boldness, and everyday impact.

Mike Grechko explores the signs of Christian maturity and how every believer is called to grow beyond spiritual infancy. Drawing from Luke 8: The Parable of the Sower and Hebrews 5:12–14, he shows that true discipleship means living God’s Word with purpose and helping others do the same.

Andrew Chisholm reflects on the lessons we can learn from life when our hearts are open to God.

God’s call through Jeremiah still speaks today: Be positioned for purpose, invest in relationships, seek the good of the city, and pray for its flourishing.

God's power exceeds our imagination, offering opportunities for world evangelization as the church embraces its mission in this pivotal era.

In this inspiring World Impact Message, Sue Carpenter shares stories from her decades of ministry with children across nations, revealing how God abundantly blesses when we listen to His call and say “yes.” Drawing from Ephesians 3:20, Philippians 4:19, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 2:8, and 1 Samuel 14, Sue invites believers to trust the God of abundance, hear His voice, and live courageously in obedience.

In this sincere and thoughtful message, Greg Craanen invites believers to rediscover what it truly means to follow Jesus. Drawing from Matthew 16 and the Great Commission in Matthew 28, he shows how comfort and self-focus can quietly keep us from God’s transforming purpose.

Is Christianity the only true faith? In this compelling message from our Reasons for God series, Mike Grechko compares the world’s religions and explains why Jesus Christ alone claimed, proved, and fulfilled the way to God through His death and resurrection. Rooted in Scripture and historical evidence, this message equips believers to share their faith with confidence and invites seekers to discover why Christianity stands apart.

In this message from our Reasons for God series, Andrew Chisholm explores the difficult question of suffering.

By exploring five biblical word pictures, Clem Fung reveals how the journey of intimacy with God leads to a transformation in both our faith and in our relationships.

In this inspiring Father's Day message, Mike Grechko teaches from Luke 15:11–32, sharing the parable of the Prodigal Son and revealing the incredible love of God the Father. With honesty and hope, Mike reminds us that through Jesus Christ we are welcomed home, forgiven, and embraced as children of God.

Racquel Bisinella-Duns continues our One Another Relationship series with a timely word on love in the covenant community. With practical teaching on hospitality, compassion, and inclusion, Raquel highlights how the Church becomes family for the lonely, the overlooked, and the outsider.

In this inspiring message from our One Another series, Marg Perry shares a powerful word on love, generation, and legacy. Love with a purpose and use your words with a heart for the ones that you will leave behind.

Allan Meyer challenges us to reflect upon God's purpose of marriage as we continue through the "One Another" series. Consider the destiny in your own marriage as we explore how God uses this most intimate of relationships as a tool of discipleship and growth.

In this inspiring first message of the new sermon series One Another, Michael Grechko explores what it truly means to serve like Jesus. Drawing from Mark 9–10, Luke 22, John 13, and Philippians 2, he shows that Kingdom greatness isn’t found in titles or recognition, but in humility, love, and putting others first.

Andrew Chisholm brings a hopeful and powerful message for our Vision update 2025, encouraging us to live out God’s purpose with clarity, confidence, and courage. Drawing from Psalm 19, John 15, and Revelation 22, he shows how God reveals Himself through both Scripture and creation. From church planting in Melbourne’s growing north to missions in Sri Lanka and beyond, Andrew invites us into a life of multiplication, fruitfulness, and Kingdom impact.

In this powerful and deeply challenging message, Pastor Oscar Muriu teaches from 2 Corinthians 5:14 - 20 and asks a life-defining question: Are the things you’re living for worth Christ dying for?  Whatever your season of life, this message will challenge you to live brave and answer God’s call regardless of the cost.

Citylife welcomes back Dan Lian for a powerful message on Matthew 6: 25 – 33. We worry when we can’t control the details of our lives but Jesus teaches that our Heavenly Father is already in the details and faithfully provides for even the birds of the air and the flowers in the field. Replace worry with a worshipful heart and walk in the freedom Jesus promises.

Starting with the story of Deborah, Andrew Chisholm looks at the important role of women in the Bible and in church leadership.

As we continue with our Faith in Action series through the Book of Judges, Andrew Chisholm takes us deep into the meaning of biblical faith using Hebrews 11:1 as a foundation. Whether you feel like your faith is weak, tested, or even lost after disappointment, this message reminds us that faith can grow, not just as a gift, but as a fruit of the Spirit that’s cultivated through practice, prayer, and persistence.

As we continue with our series “Faith in Action” on the Book of Judges, Liz Thong takes us through the rise and fall of Samson a man called by God, set apart for greatness, yet undone by compromise and pride.

In this message from the life of Gideon, Andrew Chisholm demonstrates how God uses the weak to bring forth His power. Step into God’s promises as we too respond to God’s call to “go in the strength that we have."

Chris Yong begins our new series looking at Judges with a call to realign our worship and remember God’s faithfulness. Step out in faith like Othniel—flawed but Spirit-empowered - and bring overflowing blessings to all those we encounter.

On this Pentecost Sunday, Michael Grechko reflects on the miracle of God the Holy Spirit dwelling in all believers. Rejoice in the fulfillment of prophecy at Pentecost and be empowered to walk in the Spirit as Jesus promised.

The spiritual life is very much like a journey. When on a journey it helps to have a map and a guide. In this insightful message, Mark Conner explains the various stages that people of faith often navigate through.

Warning: This message contains mention of tribal warfare and bodily trauma that some listeners may find disturbing Jeff Hammond shares raw and powerful stories of forgiveness from his fifty years as a Citylife field partner in Southeast Asia. Discover the deliverance from bitterness and broken relationships that only forgiveness can bring. Praise God for the forgiveness that Jesus has won for us!

What does overflowing life mean to you? Are you experiencing an overflowing life? Paulos Djini urges us to listen to the Holy Spirit as we seek to bring life and healing to the nations. Take hold of the vision God gave to Ezekiel and engage with God's global plan for revival.

In this Mother's Day message, Deb Leigh explores how choosing a life of sacrificial love forms Christ in us and reflects God's nature to others. And as a special encouragement to mothers, Deb reminds us that God sees every act of sacrificial love throughout all seasons of mothering.