Revive Pukekohe

What are you facing right now, and are you aware that God is with you in it? In this message, Yahweh, Pastor Craig reminds us that God hears, sees and knows, and He always acts at the right time. He is the great “I AM” who gives us life abundantly. The question isn’t whether God is with us, but whether we will choose to be with Him. Our success is found in the presence of Yahweh.

Do you know Him… or just know about Him? Pastor Craig kicks off our Names of God series by looking at Elohim. In Genesis 1 we meet the Creator who was there before anything existed, the one who simply spoke, and light appeared. The same God still wants to speak light into the dark places of your life today. This isn’t just about collecting names. It’s about following the name until you actually know the Person.

Names of God A new series starts this Sunday. Discover the meaning behind the Names of God. Not just learning about Him, but truly knowing Him. 📍 Revive Pukekohe 🗓️ Sunday, August 23

What can separate us from the love of God? As we finish our Romans 8 series, Pastor Craig looks at the final verses of Romans 8 and the assurance that nothing can separate us from the love of God. Our security isn't found in how tightly we hold onto God, but in knowing that He is faithful and holds onto us.

Have you ever thought, “This isn't the way I expected my life to go”? This week, Rima shares a powerful message about trusting God when our story doesn't look the way we thought it would. There can be moments where we wonder what God is doing, but we can choose to trust Him even when we can't see how the story is going to unfold.

What do you do when you don't know what to pray? Continuing our Romans 8 series, Pastor Craig takes a look at what happens when prayer hurts. Romans 8 reminds us that when we don't know what to pray, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. So often we can see prayer as a way of trying to get God to do what we want, but prayer is not manipulation. Prayer is relationship. Even in the moments when we don't have the right words, we can bring our whole heart to God and trust the Spirit to help us.

We live in a broken world, and we all feel it. When we see pain, suffering, and brokenness, our hearts ache because we know there is something better. This week, Pastor Craig explores what 'Creation is Waiting' really means. God doesn't deny the damage or discard what is broken. He brings hope in our suffering and the promise of restoration.

How do you actually live free? Continuing our Romans 8 series, Pastor Craig takes a look at what it means to live a life of freedom. Romans 8 doesn't just declare that we are free from condemnation, it shows us how that freedom becomes a daily reality through the Holy Spirit. So often we try to live the Christian life in our own strength, but God has given us His Spirit to lead, empower, and transform us from the inside out. In this message, we discover what it means to truly live Life in the Spirit.

Do you ever feel like you’re not good enough for God? As we begin our Romans 8 series, Pastor Craig takes a look at one of the most powerful declarations in Scripture: “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:1 So often we live like we’re still trying to earn forgiveness, carrying the weight of things Jesus has already paid for. But you don’t have to come to God when you’re clean, sorted, or have it all together. In this message, we discover what it means to truly live with no condemnation.

Storms are inevitable, but they are not ultimate. This week explores how redemptive community helps us endure hardship together and discover a greater revelation of Jesus. Walk through the storm with others and find deeper faith on the other side.

Faith was never meant to be carried alone. This week looks at the kind of community that moves one another toward Jesus — a people who persevere together, believe for one another, and carry hope through every obstacle.

Healthy community flows from healthy rhythms. This week explores the connection between solitude and togetherness, showing that the deeper we are with God in private, the stronger we become together. Learn how time with Jesus shapes the way we love His people.

Real community begins where pretending ends. This week invites us to lay down performance, practice confession, and discover the freedom of being fully known. Stop hiding behind appearances and step into the kind of honesty that forms deeper relationships.

Jesus didn’t die merely to forgive individuals — He died to form a family. This week explores the kind of community created at the foot of the cross: one marked by commitment, connection, and a shared focus on Jesus. Discover that salvation is not just personal — it forms a people.

Just as a clean house requires ongoing care, a renewed heart requires daily surrender. In this final message of The Heart series, Pastor Triniry explores what it means to guard your heart, allow God to search it, and protect what He’s rebuilding. Because everything flows from it.

What happens when part of you wants God, but another part still wants control? This message explores the reality of the divided heart — the tension between surrender and self-rule — and how Jesus invites us into wholehearted devotion. If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, dry, or torn in two directions, this is an invitation to pray: “Lord, give me an undivided heart.”

This week in our series, Anna explores how unforgiveness can quietly take root beneath the surface and block the transformation God wants to do in us. Through Scripture and practical steps, discover how moving from bitterness to freedom opens the door for healing, wholeness, and heart renovation.

Why do we remain fundamentally the same when we know there’s something wrong with us? We struggle with the same fears, the same anxieties, the same relational patterns, and if we’re honest, the same sins. There’s a gap between believing and doing because information does not equal formation. God wants to transform the heart. Real transformation begins with surrender.

There’s more to following Jesus than just believing—there’s power available to you. Discover what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit and live a life marked by boldness, confidence, and spiritual authority. This isn’t just about knowing God—it’s about being empowered by Him.

Ever feel stuck trying to change but nothing really shifts? The fruit of the Spirit isn’t something you force—it’s something God grows in you. This message will help you stop striving and start surrendering, as you learn how the Holy Spirit transforms your inner world and produces real, lasting change in your everyday life.

Fasting can feel intimidating, extreme, or just unnecessary—but what if it’s actually one of the most powerful ways to reset your heart? Discover how fasting isn’t about punishment, but about making space for God. Learn how to quiet the noise, break unhealthy attachments, and grow a deeper hunger for what truly satisfies.

Tired of prayer feeling like a boring duty instead of a real conversation with God? Discover how to pray like Jesus—intimate, powerful, and persistent—and turn your prayer life from frustration into genuine delight. This message will show you the simple, practical way to connect with God behind closed doors and see real answers through humble, expectant prayer.

Easter isn’t just something we reflect on, it’s something we celebrate. This week, Pastor Craig takes us through The Power of the Blood, unpacking the story of Jesus and the power at the centre of it all. The three most sacred places are the womb, the cross and the tomb. At the centre of it all is the wonderful power of the blood. It’s not something that was, but something that is and will continue to be.

Everything flows from identity. In this message, we explore what it means to find our identity in the resurrection—living not from performance or pressure, but from who we already are in Christ: chosen, redeemed, and made alive by grace.

Resurrection isn’t just a belief we hold—it’s a life we’re invited to live. In this message, we explore how the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a theological idea, but a present reality that transforms how we see God, ourselves, and the way we live every day.

Is worship just the songs we sing on a Sunday? This week guest pastor Joel Milgate shares a message titled Blood, Smoke & the Meal. Looking through the lens of the tabernacle and the sacrifice of Jesus, we’re reminded that true worship is a life of repentance, surrender, and fellowship with Him.

How does God keep the First Commission moving forward? How does this mission we’re called to actually last? In the final week of the series, Pastor Craig unpacks God’s strategy. In a world that thinks bigger is better, God works in a surprisingly small way. Through formed communities. Through daily faithfulness. Through people who simply live differently.

What does it actually mean to be blessed to be a blessing? Why was Abraham chosen and what does that mean for us? In Genesis 12 we see that to be chosen by God is to be sent by God. Pastor Craig continues the series, unpacking the weight and beauty of the commission and reminding us that God’s plan has always been bigger than one person. It is for everyone, everywhere.

What does God do when the world falls into chaos? Does He walk away? In Genesis 12 we see something unexpected, God responds with a promise. Pastor Craig unpacks the First Commission and reminds us that we’re not blessed to hold it, we’re blessed to overflow.

What if the greatest threat to Revival isn’t opposition, but familiarity? If you’ve ever felt numb to what once set you on fire, this message will stir your faith, restore honour, and call you back to wonder.

Light transforms us and sends us. This week explores what it means to live as children of the Light, where personal faith becomes public witness. Shine boldly, live courageously, and let the Light of Jesus impact the world around you.

Light is not just seen — it is followed. This week challenges us to turn belief into action and obedience. Move with Jesus, leave the shadows behind, and allow your encounter with the Light to shape the way you live each day.

Jesus does not just bring light — He is the Light. This week focuses on encountering Him and recognising the darkness we’ve grown used to. Step out of hiding, stop coping with shadows, and meet the One who transforms everything.

Hope isn’t vague—it has a name. Jesus. Encounter the peace, love, and wonder He brings, and step into Christmas ready to worship and celebrate His gift. Let His presence fill your heart and inspire you to live with expectation, joy, and awe this season.

Joy isn’t a feeling—it’s a gift that starts inside and spills out. Let Christmas cheer take root, and watch how it changes the way you live, laugh, and love. When joy flows from the heart of Jesus, it transforms everything it touches.

Christmas isn’t just a day on the calendar—it’s a way of seeing, thinking, and living. Reset your heart, embrace wonder, and let the season reshape how you view the world. Learn how a fresh perspective can bring awe and joy into every corner of your life this season.

Jeremiah 29:11 isn’t just a feel-good promise—it’s hope for the exiles, for those carrying regret, and for anyone wondering, “Can God still use me?” This message shows that God’s plan doesn’t ignore our mistakes; He redeems, restores, and offers hope— even in life’s messiest seasons.

We took a dive into addictions with Ps Brent Liebezeit; discovering the underlying reason why we can struggle with them and the hope of Jesus to bring victory through gratitude.

Sean Du Toit joins us at Revive this Sunday as we continue our Sunday School series — diving into the big question: Who is God? Together we unpack misconceptions and discover a God who pays attention to us, journeys with us, restores us, and loves us first.

Trusting God isn’t always easy—it can feel risky, like a trust fall. Proverbs 3:5-6 gives us a roadmap for living wisely: surrender, depend on God, and walk faithfully. Following these actions leads to a life of purpose, peace, and spiritual success—even when the path ahead feels uncertain.

John 3:16 isn’t just a memorised verse—it’s the gospel in action. We’re lost, loved, and invited into light. Nicodemus’ story reminds us that success, status, or religion can’t fill emptiness. Jesus offers something deeper: the ongoing, transformative life of being born again.

Life can be messy, confusing, and downright painful—but Romans 8:28 reminds us that God is weaving it all together for our good. The “good” God promises isn’t always comfort or ease; it’s becoming more like Jesus. From heartbreak to delays, God’s Spirit is at work, shaping us for eternity. You don’t have to understand every piece now—you just have to trust the One who does.

In the end, our lives are defined not by fleeting desires but by lasting decisions. Joshua’s maturity was revealed in his consistent choice to follow God, even when desire was absent. True maturity is found in resilience, character, and calling. When desire fades, decision lasts.

Maturity isn’t just about surviving failure—it’s about stewarding success. Joshua’s victories gave him influence, and how he handled it revealed his maturity. Success brings its own tests: will we persist in prayer, pass the promise, and praise God in prominence? Mature faith sees blessing as an opportunity to bless others.

Every challenge carries the potential to mature us. God doesn’t test us to break us, but to build us. Joshua’s obedience at Jericho teaches us that victory comes not through our strategies, but through God’s. Maturity is choosing to obey—even when it doesn’t make sense—because obedience doesn’t just start, it finishes.

This Sunday guest speaker Pastor Brent Liebezeit shared a powerful message, What’s in Your House. Even in difficult times, God is with you, He is for you, and He has incredible plans for your life. Just like David was anointed and prepared in private before stepping into his calling, God is developing things in you that you may not even see yet. God has placed treasures, gifts, and callings inside you that you may not even realize yet.

Life is full of change—new roles, responsibilities, and transitions. These moments test our maturity. Like Joshua stepping into leadership, we don’t always know the plan, but God does. In the uncertainty, His promise is our anchor. Maturity means trusting His presence and His blueprint even when the path is unclear.

Life’s biggest plot twists often come from what’s happening inside us. Left unchecked, emotions like anger, jealousy, and guilt can hijack the story God wants to write. In this message, we’ll learn how to guard our hearts, take back the pen, and let God flip the script toward freedom and wholeness.

Our world often treats intimacy like it’s only physical — something temporary with no lasting impact. But the “unwritten” part of the story is that God designed intimacy to be spiritual, emotional, and physical, woven into His bigger picture of love and covenant. In this message, we’ll uncover why intimacy was never meant to be casual and how rediscovering God’s design can bring wholeness to our story.

Every good story grows through transformation. In this message, we’ll talk about how God uses relationships and seasons of singleness not just to bring people into your life, but to shape who you’re becoming. This isn’t just about finding the “right person” — it’s about becoming the person your story needs you to be.