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Franklin Baptist Church
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Catch up on previous messages from a Sunday morning service at Franklin Baptist in Pukekohe, New Zealand.
Episodes
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Will I Follow Jesus?
Exploring Mark 2 and 3, Hamish Baxter contrasts religious rule-keeping with the transforming call of Jesus. Through stories of healing, mercy, and radical inclusion, this message challenges us to let Jesus reshape our assumptions and asks the deeply personal question: Will I follow Him wherever…
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Come Follow Me
Zane Brown reflects on Jesus’ invitation to His first disciples: “Come, follow me.” This message encourages us to rediscover the adventure of following Christ, trusting His leading, and stepping beyond our fears and distractions as we participate in God’s work in the world.
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The Kingdom Has Come Near
Hamish Baxter begins Mark’s Gospel by exploring John the Baptist’s call to repentance and Jesus’ arrival as the long-awaited Messiah. This message invites us to turn from self-rule, embrace God’s kingdom, and respond to Jesus’ call to follow Him as the One who brings us back into relationship…
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Living Stones: Built Together in Christ
Reflecting on 1 Peter 2, Hamish Baxter explores what it means to be “living stones” continually shaped around Jesus, the Cornerstone. This message challenges us to remain responsive to Christ, grow together as His church, and make room for others to discover the life and hope found in Him.
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Opening Our Homes, Sharing God’s Love
Drawing on the story of Zacchaeus, Carol explores how hospitality creates opportunities for transformation. This message encourages us to welcome others into our lives, serve with love, and create spaces where people can encounter Jesus, whether in our homes, workplaces, schools, or communities.
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Becoming More Like Jesus
Greg Blok reflects on God’s call to mission through the story of Mary’s faithful “yes” and his own experiences in cross-cultural ministry. This message reminds us that following Jesus involves transformation, surrender, and participation in God’s work, wherever He calls us to serve.
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Women, Leadership, and the Way of Jesus
Hamish examines challenging biblical passages often used to limit women in church leadership, exploring them in their historical and theological context. This message calls the church to look carefully at Scripture, follow the example of Jesus, and affirm the full participation of women in...
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Joy Through God’s Gifts
Continuing the theme of joy, Hamish Baxter explores how Scripture, worship, obedience, and meaningful work become places where we encounter God. Rather than manufacturing happiness, these gifts help us recognize the presence of Jesus, the true source of joy, and participate in the saving work He…
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Joy in the Darker Spaces
Hamish Baxter reflects on the Emmaus Road story and the theme of joy in the aftermath of Easter. This message reminds us that even in seasons of confusion, grief, or “Easter Saturday,” Jesus is present with us—and that true joy is often closer than we realise, found in His presence.
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Connecting Stories with God’s Story
Hamish Baxter concludes the Acts 2 series by exploring how we connect other people’s stories with God’s story. This message challenges us to move beyond simply sharing our faith, and instead recognise how God is already at work—inviting others to encounter Jesus in deeper, more personal ways.
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Understanding True Kingship
Zane Brown unpacks the biblical theme of kingship, revealing Jesus as the true and perfect King. Tracing God’s sovereignty from creation to Christ, this message invites us to surrender fully to His rule—living as people shaped by His kingdom, reflecting His character, and trusting His authority…
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Serving the Nations: The Call to Justice
This message explores the global mission of the Church and the invitation to join God’s work of justice and renewal. Reflecting on the Acts 2 movement, we are encouraged to participate in God’s mission—responding to real needs and embracing our role in a worldwide movement of faith and action.
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Justice and the Heart of God
Chris Chamberlain shares a powerful message on justice as a core expression of God’s heart. From personal story to global perspective, this sermon calls us to notice injustice, respond with compassion, and live as people who reflect God’s kingdom—bringing hope, restoration, and practical change…
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Love in Action: The Care Path
Hamish Baxter explores the call to love God and love others through practical acts of service. Drawing from Acts 2, this message invites us to live out our faith in everyday moments—responding to need, showing compassion, and becoming people whose lives visibly reflect the love of Jesus.
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The Good News for Every Nation
Hamish explores the Great Commission and the power of God’s Word as His “love letter” to the world. This message challenges us to make the gospel accessible to all people—living it out, sharing it relationally, and helping others encounter Jesus in ways that are real, clear, and transformative.
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Acts 2 Church in Action
As we look toward the year 2033, Elijah Brown challenges the global Church to rediscover the power of the Acts 2 community. This message calls us to prayer, mission, generosity, and witness—believing that what God did then, He can do again today.
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Easter Camp Stories & Celebration | Youth
Our youth share stories from Easter Camp—moments of worship, courage, prayer, and encountering God. This celebration highlights how God is moving among young people and invites our whole church to rejoice, give thanks, and continue praying for the seeds planted over Easter.
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Praising God in Every Season
As storms rage around us, this service reflects on how all creation praises God and how we are called to trust Him in every season. Through Scripture, reflection, and communion, we’re invited to listen for God’s voice and live faithfully, even amid uncertainty.
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Hope Has a Name
In this Easter message, Hamish Baxter invites us to rediscover Christian hope—not as wishful thinking, but as a person. Grounded in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, this sermon speaks to those navigating uncertainty and reminds us that Christ holds us, even in the hardest seasons.
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One Week Later
Reflecting on Palm Sunday and Peter’s denial, Tim Palmer explores the highs and lows of faith and the grace of Jesus that remains unchanged. This message invites honest reflection as we prepare our hearts for Easter and respond afresh to Christ’s invitation.
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Secure in Christ: Letting Go and Living Free
As we prepare our hearts for Easter, Sandra Bruin reflects on our identity in Christ through Philippians 2:5–11. Secure in who we are in Jesus, we are invited to release what we cling to or strive for, and step into deeper freedom, humility, and joy in our relationships with one another.
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Praying Together: Preparing Our Hearts for Easter
With Easter approaching, Hamish Baxter leads us into the practice of praying together—seeking God’s work in us, in our Easter camps, and in our neighbourhoods. Through Scripture, simple prayer frameworks, and community reflection, this sermon invites us to prepare our hearts and partner with God…
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Our Worship Is Our Witness
It's the final week in our series ‘Made to worship’. Hamish Baxter reflects on Paul and Silas in Acts 16, showing how worship in suffering becomes a powerful witness to God’s Kingdom. This sermon invites us to live under Jesus’ lordship, trusting God in every circumstance, so that our worship...
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Gratitude
Hamish Baxter reflects on the story of the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet, exploring how true worship flows from deep gratitude. This sermon invites us into intentional, embodied, and costly worship—responding to God’s grace with generosity, humility, and wholehearted devotion in every area of...
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We Serve God and Others
Hamish Baxter unpacks how serving others is a vital expression of worship. Drawing from Scripture, this message challenges us to live lives shaped by gratitude, humility, and love. Discover how faithful, everyday service reflects our devotion to God and advances His Kingdom. Lk 2: 36-38, Rom...
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Posture Of Worship
We begin a new series ‘Made for Worship’. We will explore the most common posture of worship in the New Testament through three different stories (Matt 14:29-33, Matt 28:16-17, and John 4:23-24).
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Living Eternal Life Now
Greg Blok explores what it means to live eternal life now, not just in the future. Discover how knowing God transforms everyday life, shapes our choices, and invites us into God’s Kingdom today. A challenging and hope‑filled message on discipleship, purpose, and life with Jesus.
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What Now?
Hamish Baxter reflects on moments of change and uncertainty, inviting us to listen for the voice of Jesus and take faithful next steps. Drawing on Scripture and personal story, this sermon encourages trust, courage, and unity as we follow Christ into the unknown together.
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Transitioning Through Every Season
Carol Dobbe explores how God walks with us through every season of change. Drawing from Ecclesiastes and personal story, this sermon encourages us to trust God’s constancy, stay rooted in Him, and remain open to growth as we transition faithfully through life’s changing seasons.
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Assessing Your Season
Philip Kelsey invites us to reflect on the seasons of life and discern God’s leading for the year ahead. This sermon encourages intentional listening, spiritual reflection, and trust in God’s timing as we partner with Him through change, growth, and new beginnings.
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Celebrating in Every Season
Carol Dobbe explores the biblical call to celebrate God in every season of life. From Scripture, festivals, and community moments, this sermon invites us to recognise God’s faithfulness, mark life’s milestones, and celebrate together with sincerity, gratitude, and joy as God’s people.
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Celebrating God in Every Season
Carol Dobbe explores how God is present and at work in every season of life. Drawing from Ecclesiastes and Scripture, this sermon invites us to recognize, celebrate, and respond to God’s activity through change, growth, rest, and renewal, trusting Him as we journey through each season.
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The Gift | Jane Potter | Sermon
Jane Potter reflects on the ultimate gift—Jesus—and what it means to give and receive from God. Through the Christmas story, this sermon invites us to offer our time, trust, and hearts to Christ, and to rest in the grace, peace, and hope He brings.
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Light of the World | Sandra Bruin | Sermon
Sandra Bruin reflects on the Christmas story, revealing Jesus as the Light of the World who brings peace, hope, and salvation. This sermon traces God’s rescue plan through Scripture and invites us to receive Christ’s light and carry it into a dark and broken world.
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Joy | Penny Day | Sermon
We focus on our 4th theme of advent: Joy. One of the most beautiful ways of expressing our Joy is by singing. This time of year, can be busy and stressful for many people. Together we will invite God’s Joy into our journeys towards Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus.
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Peace | Carol Dobbe | Sermon
Carol shares on the second week of Advent, and our focus this week is rangimarie (peace). As we journey towards Bethlehem, we recognise that not every part of the journey is easy. There are many road bumps that might come up but we can find peace in Jesus, our Prince of Peace.
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Love | Tim Palmer | Sermon
Tim shares on the first week of Advent, and our topic is “Waiting for God to come in aroha (love)”. In preparation, have a read of some of the prophesies in the Old Testament about the coming of the Messiah, like Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2, etc.
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Spiritual Warfare | Greg Blok | Sermon
Greg shares from Ephesians 6:10-20 with a focus on spiritual warfare.
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Strength | Philip Kelsey | Sermon
Philip Kelsey explores Ephesians 5:1-20 with a focus on : Grace that strengthens us, living in a story greater than our own. We encourage you to read with us as we go through the book of Ephesians.
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Grace That Transforms | Josh Temu | Sermon
Josh Temu explores how God’s grace transforms our minds, conscience, and will, drawing from Ephesians 4:17–32. Discover how grace renews our thinking, shapes our actions, and empowers us to love, forgive, and live out God’s will. A practical and inspiring message on living a life changed by grace.
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Generosity and Inheritance: The Heart of Giving | Zane Brown | Sermon
Zane Brown challenges us to embrace generosity and community, reflecting on biblical principles of giving and inheritance. Discover how repentance, heart motives, and communal living shape a life of cheerful generosity and spiritual abundance.
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Restoration and the Double Portion | Reti Ah Voa | Sermon
Reti Ah Voa shares a powerful message of restoration from Joel and Isaiah. Learn how God restores what’s been lost, brings healing, and gives a double portion of blessing. Our restoration is for a purpose—to help restore others to Christ.
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Fully Alive: The Gift of Grace | Philip Kelsey | Sermon
Philip Kelsey reflects on Ephesians 2, exploring the gift of grace and God’s workmanship in our lives. Experience the freedom and purpose found in Christ, and be encouraged to live fully alive, rooted in God’s love and plans.
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Grace Upon Grace: The Unfolding Story of God's People | Carol Dobbe | Sermon
Carol Dobbe begins a series in Ephesians, celebrating God’s grace and our place in His family. Discover how you are chosen, redeemed, and empowered by the Spirit, and invited to live for the praise of God’s glory.
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The Seeds We Sow: Galatians 6 | Penny Day | Sermon
Penny Day unpacks Galatians 6, teaching how the seeds we sow—spiritually and relationally—shape our lives and community. Learn five practical ways to live out your faith, restore others gently, and persevere in doing good.
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Prayer and Fasting: Created for Communion | Sandra Bruin | Sermon
Sandra Bruin explores prayer and fasting, emphasizing deep communion with God and practical ways to connect through spiritual disciplines. Discover how intentional prayer and fasting can restore relationships, guide decisions, and deepen your faith journey.
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More Than Enough: The Feeding of the 5000 | Karen Warner | Sermon
Karen Warner shares the story of the feeding of the 5000, reminding us that Jesus can do amazing things with what little we offer. A message of hope, faith, and trusting God to use our gifts for His purpose in our church and community.
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Giving Thanks: Remembering God’s Faithfulness | Rachel Roche | Sermon
In this special Thanksgiving and Prayer service, our church family gathered to reflect on all that God had done over the past year. We celebrated fun times, Alpha courses, baptisms, missions, and answered prayers—giving thanks for God’s faithfulness and provision. As we looked back on Psalm 145…
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Forgive as the Lord Forgave You: Living a Life of Grace | Rachel Roche | Sermon
Forgiveness isn’t easy—but it’s essential. In this message, Rachel Roche reminds us that forgiveness is not an option; it’s a choice and a way of life. Drawing from Colossians 3, we explore what it means to forgive as the Lord forgave us, loosening the knots of resentment and bitterness so we can...
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Rooted in Christ: Embracing Our Differences | Zane Brown | Sermon
What does it mean to truly accept one another? In this message, Zane Brown explores Romans 15 and the life of the apostle Paul to show how the gospel calls us to embrace our differences while standing united in Christ. Acceptance is more than tolerance—it’s about welcoming, loving, and living in...
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