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Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises | The Forgiveness Jesus Brings | Mark 2:1–13Preached by Ian Morrison | 10 May 2026, 6:00 pmWhat is the deepest problem every human being carries — and is there anyone who can actually fix it?In this message from our series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, Ian Morrison brings us to one of the most dramatic and revealing scenes in Mark's Gospel. A paralysed man is lowered through a roof by four desperate friends, and what Jesus does next shocks everyone in the room.The scene opens with a crime. Not the one you might expect. The religious leaders are watching closely, and when Jesus looks at the paralysed man and says, "Son, your sins are forgiven," the charge forms immediately in their minds: blasphemy. Only God can forgive sins. So who does this man think He is?But before we get to the verdict, consider the crowd. The house is so packed that four friends, refusing to be turned away, tear open the roof just to get their companion to Jesus. It's a picture of bold, determined, won't-take-no-for-an-answer faith. They believed Jesus could do something about their friend's condition — and they were right, though perhaps not in the way they anticipated.Then there is the confidence of the paralysed man himself — carried, lowered, and laid before Jesus — and in that moment of vulnerability, Jesus doesn't first address what everyone else can see. He goes deeper. He speaks to the hidden wound beneath the physical one. Because the greatest burden any of us carries is not what has been done to our bodies, but what stands between God and us.And that brings us to the claim. Jesus forgives sin. Not as a priest offering a ritual, not as a prophet pronouncing God's distant pardon — but as One who has the authority in Himself to wipe the slate clean. To prove it, He heals the man. The physical miracle is the visible sign of the far greater invisible miracle: a guilty record cancelled, a broken relationship with God restored.This is the gospel. We are all, in our own way, paralysed — unable to fix what is most broken in us, unable to close the gap between who we are and who we were made to be. And Jesus comes not merely to improve us or encourage us, but to forgive us. Fully. Finally. At enormous cost to Himself, for the cross is where this authority over sin would ultimately be purchased.The consequences ripple outward. The crowd is amazed. The religious leaders are unsettled. And a man who came in on a mat walks out on his own feet. But the most important consequence is the one on offer to every listener: the forgiveness that Jesus alone can bring.This sermon is part of the series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, exploring the Gospel of Mark.

Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises | The Authority of Jesus | Mark 1:14–34 Preached by Robin Vonk | 3 May 2026, 9:30 amWho — or what — actually has authority over your life?In this second message of our series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, Robin Vonk takes us deeper into Mark's Gospel as Jesus steps out of the wilderness and into the public eye. What unfolds is nothing short of astonishing — and it forces a question that every person must eventually answer.Jesus arrives in Galilee with a declaration that cuts through the noise of the world: "The time has come. The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news." This is not a gentle suggestion or a religious nicety. It is a royal announcement — the King is here, and everything is about to change.And He doesn't come alone for long. Walking beside the sea, Jesus calls ordinary fishermen — Simon, Andrew, James, and John — and they leave everything to follow Him. No lengthy interview, no credentials checked. Just an authoritative word from Jesus, and lives are redirected entirely. This is what it looks like when the gospel takes hold: it reorients everything.Then comes the synagogue. Jesus teaches, and the people are amazed — not because He is clever or well-read, but because He speaks with authority. When a man in the grip of an evil spirit cries out, Jesus doesn't negotiate or perform a ritual. He simply commands, and the spirit obeys. The crowd is left asking: Who is this?That question is still the most important one anyone can ask.But Mark is careful to show us that Jesus' authority is never cold or distant. He moves from the synagogue to Simon's home, where Peter's mother-in-law lies sick with a fever. Jesus takes her hand and lifts her up. By evening, the whole town has gathered at the door — the broken, the sick, the demonised — and Jesus meets them all with the same unstoppable compassion.Here is the gospel in full colour: Jesus has authority over evil, over sickness, over the powers that hold us captive — and He uses that authority not to dominate, but to heal, to free, to restore. He is not building an empire of power for its own sake. He is building a community of the redeemed.The world offers many empires — of status, self-sufficiency, comfort, and control. Jesus offers something else entirely: a kingdom built on grace, and a community where real life rises.So the question is yours to answer: Empire — or community?This sermon is part of the series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, exploring the Gospel of Mark.

Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises | The Mission of Jesus | Mark 1:1–13Preached by Robin Vonk | 26 April 2026, 9:30 am--------What if a single moment could change everything?In this opening message of our series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, Robin Vonk takes us to the very beginning of Mark's Gospel — a passage packed with urgency, promise, and earth-shaking good news.Mark wastes no time. From the very first verse, he announces that Jesus is not just another teacher or prophet — He is the Son of God, and His arrival is the moment all of history has been moving toward. The ancient prophecies are fulfilled. The long wait is over. The King has come.But before Jesus steps onto the stage, God sends a messenger. John the Baptist appears in the wilderness — a striking, unusual figure — calling people to repentance and preparing their hearts for One far greater than himself. John's baptism could wash the outside, but he pointed to Jesus, who would baptise with the Holy Spirit and transform from the inside out.Then Jesus arrives. He is baptised in the Jordan, and at that moment the heavens open, the Spirit descends, and the Father speaks: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." This is the heart of the gospel — that Jesus, the beloved Son, willingly steps into our world, identifies with sinful humanity, and launches a mission of rescue and restoration.Yet before the ministry begins, Jesus is driven into the wilderness to be tempted. Where Adam failed, where Israel wandered, Jesus stands firm. He faces the enemy and does not fall — because He is doing what we never could: living the perfect life we owe, so that He might take the penalty we deserve.This is the mission of Jesus — not just a life well lived, but a life given for yours.So here's the question Mark puts to every listener: Will you let this moment change you?Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or have followed Jesus for years, this is a sermon that anchors you to the "why" behind everything — the stunning, grace-filled mission that makes new life possible.---------This sermon is part of the series Good Soil – Where Real Life Rises, exploring the Gospel of Mark.

10. You shall not covetExodus 20:1-1719 April 2026Steve InmanStraight to the heart – Uniqueness of the 10th commandment Coveting and breaking the other commandments Converting vs finding contentment in God Converting and comparison  Reflecting on the 10 commandments-        What do I need to say sorry to God for? -        Where do I need to change?

9. You shall not give false testimony against your neighbourExodus 20:1-1612 April 2026Robin Vonk

"The more you listen, the more you learn"In this episode of Stories of the Saints, David shares:About learning to be a good listener.His testimony and growing faith.About raising kidsAdvice for families, Dads and Husbandsabout his working lifeAbout learning not to be ashamed of the gospelWhat happens at the 8 am service and about TraditionsAnd, much more."Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me" - Psalm 51:10

Sermon Series: EasterSermon Title: His Life for OursBible Passage: Isaiah 53:10–12Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 5 April 2026 | 9:30amEaster Sunday brings us to the climax of the gospel story. In Isaiah 53:10–12, we see that the suffering of the servant was not an accident, but the very plan of God. What seemed like defeat on the cross is revealed as victory—God’s purpose to save sinners through the sacrifice of His Son.In this sermon, we will explore how this passage points us beyond the suffering to the triumph. The servant who was crushed now lives. The one who bore sin now justifies many. Through His sacrifice, forgiveness is secured, and through His resurrection, new life is given. This is the great exchange at the heart of the gospel: Jesus takes our sin, and we receive His righteousness.This sermon will show that Easter is not only about what Jesus has done, but what He now offers. Because He lives, those who trust in Him are no longer defined by guilt or death, but by grace and life. The risen Christ stands victorious, interceding for His people and inviting all to share in the salvation He has accomplished.As we celebrate Easter, we are reminded that His life for ours is not just a moment in history—it is the hope that transforms our present and secures our future.

Sermon Series: EasterSermon Title: His Life for OursBible Passage: Isaiah 52:13–53:9Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Good Friday, 3 April 2026 | 9:30 amOn Good Friday, we come face to face with one of the most profound and moving passages in all of Scripture. Isaiah 52:13–53:9 paints a vivid picture of the suffering servant—the One who is rejected, pierced, and crushed—not for His own sins, but for ours.This passage reveals the depth of human sin and the even greater depth of God’s love. The servant is despised and rejected, bearing our griefs and carrying our sorrows. He is wounded for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities, and by His wounds we are healed. What looks like defeat is, in fact, the very means by which God brings forgiveness and peace.On the cross, Jesus fulfils this prophecy completely. He takes our place, bearing the judgment we deserve, so that we might receive the life we could never earn. His suffering is not meaningless—it is substitution. His death is not the end—it is the doorway to salvation.This Good Friday message will invite us to consider the cost of our redemption and the wonder of God’s grace. In Christ, our sin is laid on Him, and His righteousness is given to us. His life for ours—the innocent for the guilty, the righteous for the unrighteous—so that we might be brought back to God.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 8. You Shall Not StealBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–15Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 29 March 2026 | 9:30am“You shall not steal” may sound simple, but this command reaches into every corner of our lives. In Exodus 20:15, God calls His people to respect what belongs to others, living with honesty, integrity, and trust. At its heart, this command is about more than taking what is not ours—it is about recognising God as the true provider and living contentedly under His care. Greed, envy, and a lack of trust in God can lead us to take, withhold, or manipulate in ways that dishonour Him and harm others. God’s law reveals both the goodness of His design and the ways we fall short.The gospel speaks directly into this brokenness. Though we have taken what is not ours—whether in actions, time, or trust—Jesus gives what we could never earn. He who had all riches became poor for our sake, so that through His death and resurrection we might receive forgiveness and true riches in Him. Instead of taking, Christ gives; instead of grasping, He lays down His life. In Him, we are not only forgiven, but transformed into people who reflect His generosity.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this message will show that God’s command is not merely about restraint, but about renewal. In Christ, we are freed from the need to grasp and invited to live with open hands—trusting God’s provision and using what He has given to bless others.

In today's episode, Kylie tells her story of life and faith. Some things she shares are:Growing up in Albion Park & in a Christian homeDoubts and questioning, but remaining in JesusJoys & challenges of being a MumAdvice for younger & older selfLife in/with churchWomen's Ministry"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." - Romans 12:1-2Link to Connections Newsletter: ⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yr3JkOsofZ8Z-cYIokVNflZf65YN0mko/view⁠[Isaac's Note: Colin Buchanan has a cool song on this verse, it was stuck in my head while editing the episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpsWMQ_tP7U]

Sermon Title: Praying with PaulBible Passage: Ephesians 1:15–23Preacher: Ken ColemanDate & Time: Sunday, 22 March 2026 | 9:30amIn Ephesians 1:15-23, the Apostle Paul's prayer for the Ephesian believers is rich, deep, and centred entirely on the work of God in Christ. In Praying with Paul, we will explore what it means to pray not merely for circumstances to change, but for hearts to be opened to the fullness of the gospel.Paul prays that God would give His people spiritual wisdom, that they would truly know Him, and that the eyes of their hearts would be enlightened. He longs for them to grasp the hope of God’s calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance, and the immeasurable greatness of His power. And this power, Paul says, is the very power that raised Jesus from the dead and seated Him at the Father’s right hand—far above every rule and authority.This is where the gospel shines through Paul’s prayer. The risen Christ is not distant but reigning. The same power that brought Him from death to life now works in those who trust Him. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, believers are brought into a relationship with God, given a secure hope, and united to the One who fills all things.This sermon will invite us to pray differently—to pray with gospel-shaped priorities, longing for deeper knowledge of Christ, greater confidence in God’s promises, and renewed strength to live as His people. As we “pray with Paul,” we will see that true prayer is not about trying to get God’s attention but responding to the glorious truth of what He has already done for us in Jesus.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 7. You Shall Not Commit AdulteryBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–14Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Sunday, 15 March 2026 | 9:30amThe seventh commandment calls God’s people to faithfulness in one of the most personal and powerful areas of life. Exodus 20:14, “You shall not commit adultery” is a call to honour God’s design for love, covenant, and commitment. Marriage is given as a reflection of faithfulness, trust, and self-giving love.In today's sermon, we will see that this command goes beyond outward actions to the condition of the heart. As Jesus teaches, unfaithfulness can begin in our desires, our thoughts, and the way we treat others. God’s standard is not only about avoiding betrayal, but about cultivating purity, integrity, and love that reflects His character.The gospel meets us in our failure here. Where we have been unfaithful—in action, thought, or desire—Jesus remains perfectly faithful. Throughout Scripture, God’s relationship with His people is described like a marriage, and despite our wandering, Christ loves His people with unwavering commitment. At the cross, He gives Himself for an unfaithful people, bearing our sin and restoring us through His grace. Through His resurrection, He offers forgiveness, renewal, and the power to live differently.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this message will help us see that God’s command is not about restriction alone, but about restoration. In Christ, we are called into lives marked by faithfulness, purity, and love—reflecting the steadfast love of the One who is always faithful to us.

Listen to the story of Chelsea as she shares about her life, faith, and her desire for children."Jesus wept." - John 11:35"He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm." - Matthew 8:26Songs:Feelings and Faith - Tyler CorbinCome on Love - Jimmy CliftonI Will Never Be The Same [young life kid version] - Sam WallCarpenter Boy - Caleb King 

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 6. You Shall Not MurderBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–13Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 8 March 2026 | 9:30amThe command “You shall not murder” may seem straightforward, yet it reaches far deeper than the act itself. In Exodus 20:13, God affirms the sacred value of human life—life created in His image and worthy of dignity, protection, and care. This command calls God’s people not only to refrain from violence, but to cultivate hearts that value and preserve life.In this sermon, we will see that this command exposes more than outward behaviour. As Jesus later teaches, anger, hatred, and contempt can also reveal hearts that fall short of God’s intention for human relationships. God’s law shows us how seriously He values life, while also revealing how deeply we need His mercy.The gospel speaks powerfully into this reality. Jesus Christ, the innocent one, was put to death by sinful humanity. Yet through His death and resurrection, God brings forgiveness and new life to those who turn to Him. The cross exposes the depth of human sin while displaying the greater depth of God’s grace. In Christ, we are forgiven for the ways we have harmed others in thought, word, or deed, and we are transformed to become people who seek peace, reconciliation, and the flourishing of life.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this message will help us see that God’s command is not merely a restriction—it is a call to cherish life as He does. Through the power of the gospel, we are invited to move from anger to grace, from destruction to restoration, reflecting the life-giving character of the God who made us.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 5. Honour Your ParentsBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–12Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Sunday, 1 March 2026 | 6:00pmThe fifth commandment marks a turning point in the Ten Commandments—moving from our relationship with God to our relationships with others. In Exodus 20:12, God calls His people to honour their father and mother, grounding family life in respect, gratitude, and trust. This command is both deeply practical and profoundly spiritual, shaping the way we understand authority, responsibility, and love.In Honour Your Parents, we will explore what it truly means to honour—not merely outward obedience, but a heart posture that values, respects, and seeks the good of those God has placed in authority over us. For some, this command brings gratitude and joy; for others, it raises questions shaped by pain or disappointment. God’s word speaks into all of it with wisdom and grace.The gospel meets us here as well. None of us have honoured perfectly—whether as children or as parents. Yet Jesus did. He honoured His earthly parents and perfectly obeyed His heavenly Father, even to the point of death on a cross. Where we have failed in love and obedience, Christ has been faithful. Through His death and resurrection, we are forgiven for our shortcomings and adopted into God’s family, learning what true honour looks like through His Spirit at work in us.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this sermon will show how this command is not simply about family structure, but about reflecting the character of God in our relationships. In Christ, we are given both the example and the grace to honour well, building homes and communities shaped by humility, respect, and love.

Learn about David's life, hear his testimony, and find out what it means to be a warden in this episode of Stories of the Saints"The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding." - Proverbs 4:7

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 4. Remember the SabbathBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–11Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 22 February 2026 | 9:30 amIn Exodus 20:1–11, the command to remember the Sabbath stands as both a gift and a challenge. In a restless world driven by productivity and pressure, God calls His people to stop, to rest, and to trust. The Sabbath is not merely about a day off—it is about remembering who God is, what He has done, and where true life is found.We see that this command is rooted in creation and redemption. God rested after His work of creation, setting a rhythm of work and worship into the fabric of life. He also rescued His people from slavery, reminding them that they are no longer defined by endless labour but by His saving grace.Yet the Sabbath ultimately points beyond itself to the gospel. We often live as though everything depends on us—our effort, our control, our success. But in Jesus Christ, the work that truly matters has already been accomplished. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus secures our salvation, inviting us into a deeper rest: freedom from striving to earn God’s favour. He calls the weary to come to Him and find rest for their souls.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this sermon will help us rediscover Sabbath not as a burden, but as a blessing. It is a weekly reminder that God is Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer—and that in Christ, we can cease from our anxious labour and trust in His finished work.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 3. You Shall Not Take the Name of the LORD Your God in VainBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–7Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 15 February 2026 | 9:30 amGod’s name is not just a word—it reveals His character, His covenant love, and His holy authority. In Exodus 20:1–7, the third commandment calls God’s people to honour His name, refusing to misuse it in careless speech, empty promises, or hypocritical living.In this sermon, we will see that this command reaches far beyond avoiding certain phrases. It confronts the way we represent God with our words, our worship, and our lives. To bear His name is a privilege—but it is also a responsibility.This sermon will also show how the gospel speaks into our failure. We have not honoured God’s name as we should. We have spoken lightly, lived inconsistently, and at times claimed His name without reflecting His heart. Yet Jesus perfectly honoured His Father’s name. In every word and deed, Christ revealed the glory of God without distortion. At the cross, He bore the judgment we deserve for dishonouring God, and through His resurrection, He restores us to a life that reflects God’s holiness and grace.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this message will invite us to treasure God’s name, to speak it with reverence, and to live in a way that brings Him honour. Empowered by the gospel, we are not only warned against misuse—we are called into joyful witness, bearing His name faithfully before the world.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 2. You Shall Not Make for Yourself an IdolBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–6Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 8 February 2026 | 6:00pmThe second commandment goes deeper than what we worship—it confronts how we worship. In Exodus 20:1–6, God forbids His people from making images to represent Him or replacing Him with something they can see, shape, or control. At its heart, this command reveals a God who cannot be reduced, managed, or remade in our image.In this sermon, we will explore how idolatry is not only about statues and shrines but also about distorting God to fit our preferences. Even well-intentioned hearts can create a god who is safer, more convenient, or more comfortable than the living Lord who reveals Himself in His word.This sermon will show how the gospel speaks directly into this struggle. Left to ourselves, we reshape God and give our devotion to created things. But God, in grace, makes Himself known—not through an image, but through a person. Jesus Christ is the true image of the invisible God. In His life, death, and resurrection, God reveals His holiness, mercy, and love in a way no idol ever could. Through Christ, we are forgiven for false worship and restored to a right relationship with the God who shows steadfast love to thousands who love Him.As part of The Ten Commandments series, this message will call us to reject false images of God and to worship Him as He truly is—listening to His voice, trusting His character, and delighting in the grace He has revealed in Jesus.

Sermon Series: The Ten CommandmentsSermon Title: 1. You Shall Have No Other Gods Before MeBible Passage: Exodus 20:1–3Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday, 1 February 2026 | 6:00pmThe Ten Commandments do not begin with rules, but with grace. Before God calls His people to obedience, He reminds them that He is the Lord who rescued them from slavery. In this sermon, Robin will explore the first and foundational commandment—and why it still speaks powerfully to our hearts today.In Exodus 20:1–3, God declares His exclusive claim on His people’s worship. He alone is worthy of trust, devotion, and allegiance. Yet this command also exposes how easily our hearts turn to lesser gods (i.e. security, success, comfort, relationships, or control), looking to them for the life only God can give.This sermon will show how the gospel fulfils this commandment. We have all failed to love God above all else, but Jesus never did. Where we have placed other gods before the Lord, Christ remained perfectly faithful. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus frees us not only from guilt but from the false gods that enslave us. In Him, we are forgiven and invited back into wholehearted worship of the one true God.As we begin The Ten Commandments series, this message will help us see that God’s law is not a burden, but a gift—calling us away from what cannot save and toward the only God who truly gives life.

Sermon Series: Witnesses for ChristSermon Title: Boldness in the Face of OppositionBible Passage: Acts 4:1–21Preacher: Mitch CornfordDate & Time: Sunday, 25 January 2026 | 6:00 pmIn Acts 4, the first miracle-fuelled witness of the church is met not with celebration, but with resistance. Peter and John are arrested, questioned, and warned to stop speaking in the name of Jesus. Yet instead of retreating in fear, they speak with remarkable clarity and courage. Boldness in the Face of Opposition explores where that courage comes from—and why it still matters today.At the heart of their boldness is the gospel itself. Peter proclaims that Jesus Christ, whom the leaders crucified, has been raised from the dead by God, and that salvation is found in no one else. The same name that brought healing to a broken man now stands as the only hope for a broken world. Opposition cannot silence this message, because it is rooted in the power of the risen Christ.This sermon will show that gospel boldness is not confidence in ourselves, but trust in Jesus. The apostles are ordinary, untrained men, yet their courage exposes an extraordinary reality: they have been with Jesus. Even when threatened, they choose obedience to God over approval from people, convinced that what they have seen and heard cannot be kept quiet.As part of the Witnesses for Christ series, this message will challenge and encourage us to stand firm in our faith. In a world that may resist the claims of Christ, we are called to speak the truth in love, trusting that the same gospel that sustained the early church still gives boldness, hope, and life today.

Sermon Series: Witnesses for ChristSermon Title: Who Holds the Power?Bible Passage: Acts 4:1–21Preacher: Joe UptonDate & Time: Sunday, 25 January 2026 | 9:30amIn Acts 4, the joyful witness of the early church collides head-on with opposition and authority. Peter and John are arrested, questioned, and warned by the very powers that once condemned Jesus. Yet the real question beneath the tension is this: who truly holds the power?In Acts 4, we will see that although religious and political leaders appear to control the situation, the authority of God cannot be silenced. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter boldly proclaims the gospel: Jesus Christ—crucified by human hands and raised by God—is the cornerstone, and salvation is found in no one else. The risen Jesus stands at the centre of their courage, their message, and their hope.This passage reminds us that the gospel often provokes resistance because it challenges false sources of power and security. Human authority can threaten, intimidate, and restrain—but it cannot forgive sins, raise the dead, or change hearts. Only Jesus has that power. The same Lord rejected by the leaders is the One God has exalted, offering salvation and new life to all who trust in Him.This sermon will encourage us to consider where we place our confidence. Like the apostles, we are called to obey God rather than people, to speak what we have seen and heard, and to trust that the power of the gospel is greater than any opposition we may face.

Sermon Series: Witnesses for ChristSermon Title: The Unexpected and Unsurprising HealingBible Passage: Acts 3Preacher: Isaac BakerDate & Time: Sunday, 18 January 2026 | 6:00pmIn Acts 3, God works in a way that is both startling and strangely familiar. A man who has never walked is suddenly healed—and yet, for those who know the heart of God, this act of power is no surprise at all. In The Unexpected and Unsurprising Healing, we will explore how this miracle captures the very nature of the gospel: God interrupting ordinary life with extraordinary grace.The healing at the temple gate is unexpected for the man who asks only for coins, but unsurprising because it flows from the name of Jesus Christ. Peter makes clear that this restoration does not come from human strength or spiritual effort, but from faith in the risen Jesus—the One whom the people rejected, crucified, and yet whom God raised from the dead.This sermon will trace how the miracle becomes a message. The crowd is confronted with their sin, yet also invited into hope. Through repentance and faith, God offers forgiveness, renewal, and “times of refreshing” through Christ. The same Jesus who healed a broken body now offers healing for broken hearts, calling all people to turn to Him and live.As part of the Witnesses for Christ series, this message will remind us that the gospel still surprises the spiritually poor, while remaining wonderfully consistent with who God has always been—gracious, powerful, and faithful to save. We are called, like Peter and John, to be witnesses who point beyond the miracle to Jesus, the crucified and risen Saviour, in whose name true healing is found.

Sermon Series: Witnesses for ChristSermon Title: A Healing and a MessageBible Passage: Acts 3Preacher: Jaxon BrownDate & Time: Sunday, 18 January 2026 | 9:30amIn Acts 3, an ordinary moment at the temple becomes an extraordinary witness to the power and grace of God. A man lame from birth is healed in the name of Jesus, and the miracle opens the door for a bold gospel message. What begins as an act of compassion becomes a public testimony pointing unmistakably to Christ.In this sermon, A Healing and a Message, we will see that the miracle is never the end in itself—it is a sign pointing to something greater. Peter makes it clear that healing does not come from human power or holiness, but from Jesus Christ, the crucified and risen Servant of God. The crowd is confronted with the reality of their sin, yet also with the overwhelming mercy of God who calls them to repent, turn back, and find “times of refreshing” in Christ.This passage reminds us that the gospel always holds together truth and grace. We are guilty, yet forgiven. We are broken, yet offered restoration. Jesus, whom the world rejected, is the very one God raised from the dead to bring healing—not only to bodies, but to hearts and souls.As part of the Witnesses for Christ series, this sermon will challenge us to see how God uses transformed lives, faithful obedience, and courageous proclamation to make Jesus known. Like Peter and John, we are called not only to care for people’s needs, but to clearly testify to the saving power of Jesus—the only name by which we can be healed and made new.

Witnesses for ChristThe Spirit Poured OutActs 2:1-1311 January 2026Jodie McNeill

Witnesses for ChristEmpowered to WitnessActs 1:1-114 January 2026Ian Morrison

Thank God It’s Christmas — Jesus Presented in the TempleLuke 2:22–40Preacher: Robin VonkSunday 28 December, 6:00pmIn the quiet days after Christmas, Luke 2:22–40 draws us into the temple, where an ordinary act of obedience becomes a moment of extraordinary revelation. As Mary and Joseph present the infant Jesus to the Lord, God fulfils long-awaited promises through the faithful words of Simeon and Anna.This encounter reveals the heart of the gospel. Jesus is recognised as God’s salvation—a light for revelation to the Gentiles and the glory of Israel. Even as a child, He is set apart to bring redemption, not only through joy but through suffering, pointing ahead to the cross where salvation would be won. The child held in Simeon’s arms is the Saviour who will give His life to redeem the world.As Christmas draws to a close, this service invites us to pause, reflect, and respond. Like Simeon and Anna, we are called to recognise Jesus for who He truly is, to trust God’s faithfulness, and to rejoice that in Christ, God has kept His promise to bring light, hope, and salvation to all people.

Thank God It’s Christmas — Song of the Shepherds and AngelsLuke 2:1–21Preacher: Ian MorrisonChristmas Day | 25 December, 9:30amOn the first Christmas night, heaven breaks its silence with song. In Luke 2:1–21, angels announce astonishing news to ordinary shepherds: “Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” What follows is a chorus of praise that reveals the true meaning of Christmas.The Song of the Shepherds and Angels proclaims the heart of the gospel. God enters our world not in power or prestige, but in humility—born as a child, laid in a manger, and welcomed by those on the margins. The angels’ message of peace is not just comfort for a weary world; it is the good news that through Jesus, God has come to rescue sinners, reconcile us to Himself, and restore what is broken.As the shepherds hurry to see the child and return glorifying God, we are invited to join their song. This Christmas Day, we gather to rejoice that the Saviour has come near, that grace has appeared, and that the glory of God now shines in the face of Jesus Christ—for us and for all.

Thank God It’s Christmas — Mary’s SongLuke 1:26–56Preacher: Robin VonkSunday 21 December, 9:30amIn the lead-up to Christmas, we pause to listen to a young woman’s song that still echoes with hope, courage, and wonder. In Luke 1:26–56, Mary responds to God’s unexpected call with trust and praise, bursting into what we now call the Magnificat—a song that celebrates who God is and what He has come to do.Mary’s Song draws us into the heart of the gospel. It proclaims a God who steps into human history, who lifts the lowly, shows mercy to the undeserving, and keeps His promises. Through Mary, we see that Christmas is not just about a baby in a manger, but about God’s great rescue plan unfolding—Jesus entering the world to bring forgiveness, justice, and new life.As we reflect on Mary’s faith and joy, we are invited to see ourselves in the story: people met by grace, called to trust God’s word, and drawn into praise for the Saviour who has come near. This Christmas, come and rediscover the good news that God is faithful, His mercy endures, and His salvation has arrived in Jesus Christ.

Sermon Series: 150th Anniversary CelebrationTitle: God’s Special PossessionPassage: 1 Peter 2:4–10Preacher: Archbishop Kanishka RaffelDate & Time: Sunday 14 December 2025, 9:30 amAs we celebrate 150 years of God’s faithfulness, this message draws us back to the heart of who we are in Christ. In 1 Peter 2:4–10, we are reminded that God has made us His special possession—not because of our achievements, but because of His grace. Through Jesus Christ, the living cornerstone rejected by the world but chosen by God, we have been built into a spiritual house and called into His marvellous light. The gospel declares that Christ gave Himself for us, so that we might belong to God and proclaim His praises to the world. In this anniversary sermon, Archbishop Kanishka Raffel will encourage us to give thanks for the past, stand firm in the present, and look ahead with confidence as God’s redeemed people, set apart to live for His glory.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Gospel Teamwork (Part 2)Passage: Romans 16:1–27Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 7 December 2025, 9:30 amAs Paul concludes his letter to the Romans, he paints a beautiful picture of the church as a team shaped and empowered by the gospel. Romans 16:1–27 celebrates ordinary believers—friends, households, co-workers, risk-takers—whose lives are bound together by the saving work of Jesus. The gospel has reconciled us to God through Christ’s death and resurrection, and now it knits us together in partnership for His mission. Paul’s final words remind us that the strength and unity of God’s people rest not on human effort, but on “the gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ,” which reveals God’s eternal plan. In this final message of Romans (Heaven Sent), Robin Vonk invites us to marvel at the God who saves, gathers, equips, and sends His people—so that all glory might go to Him forever.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Gospel Teamwork (Part 1)Passage: Romans 16:1–23Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 30 November 2025, 6:00 pmRomans 16:1–23 is more than a list of names—it’s a snapshot of a vibrant gospel community. Paul honours men and women, Jews and Gentiles, households and servants, all united by one thing: the saving work of Jesus Christ. The gospel creates a new family where every person matters and every gift counts. Jesus has reconciled us to God through His death and resurrection, and now He draws us into partnership with one another for His mission. In this sermon, Robin Vonk explores how the cross forms teams marked by love, sacrifice, hospitality, and perseverance, and how the church today can embody that same gospel-shaped teamwork.

Listen to Andrew as he shares:Growing up in a Ministry Family,Serving at Church from childhood,The secret to potluck lunches,Raising daughters,Engaging with young people,Looking forward to the next stage of life,His journey through the education system,School vs Parents,The future of education,and much more.Further Reading: Edlin, R. (2014) The Cause of Christian Education. (4th ed.). Vision Press."I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances." - Philippians 4:11

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: The Gospel’s Mission HeartbeatPassage: Romans 15:14–33Preacher: Andrew MiddletonDate & Time: Sunday 23 November 2025, 9:30 amIn Romans 15:14-33, Paul opens his heart and reveals the driving force behind his ministry: the unstoppable mission of the gospel. His passion to take Christ to unreached places flows from what Jesus has done—offering Himself as the perfect sacrifice, rising in victory, and drawing people from every nation into God’s family. The gospel beats with a global pulse, and Paul’s plans, prayers, and partnerships all echo that rhythm. In this sermon, Andrew Middleton explores how the finished work of Christ compels God’s people to generous support, joyful sacrifice, and bold mission. As we see God’s grace at work in Paul, we are invited to align our hearts with Christ’s own mission heartbeat—so that the good news may be proclaimed to the ends of the earth.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Church (and World) PeacePassage: Romans 15:1–13Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 16 November 2025, 6 pmWhat hope is there for true peace—in the church and in the world? In Romans 15:1–13, Paul shows that unity among God’s people is not built on shared preferences or similar backgrounds, but on the saving work of Christ. Jesus bore our weaknesses, welcomed us into God’s family, and fulfilled God’s promises so that Jew and Gentile together might glorify God with one voice. The gospel is the foundation of peace: through the cross, Christ reconciled us to God and to one another, breaking down every dividing wall. In this sermon, Robin Vonk unpacks how the hope of Jesus fills His people with endurance, encouragement, and joy so that we might overflow with peace—not only in the church, but as a witness to the watching world.

Mel explores moving around Australia, Bible Club and more in this episode of Stories of the Saints.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Christian Liberty and Gracious SensitivityPassage: Romans 14:1–23Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Sunday 9 November 2025, 6:00 pmHow do we live together when we disagree on matters of conscience? In Romans 14:1–23, Paul calls believers to balance freedom in Christ with love for one another. The gospel reminds us that our standing before God doesn’t depend on dietary rules, traditions, or personal convictions—it depends entirely on Jesus, who lived, died, and rose again for us. Because He is Lord of both the strong and the weak, we are free to serve one another with humility and grace rather than judgment or pride. In this sermon, Ian Morrison will show how the cross shapes our relationships within the church, teaching us to use our freedom not for self, but for the good of others, so that in everything we might reflect the love and unity found in Christ.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: The Debt of LovePassage: Romans 13:8–14Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 2 November 2025, 9:30 amPaul tells us in Romans 13:8-14 that there’s one debt we can never fully repay—the debt of love. As followers of Jesus, we owe love to one another, not as a burden, but as the natural response to the love we’ve received. The gospel reveals the source of that love: Jesus Christ, who fulfilled the law by giving Himself for us. Through His death and resurrection, He paid the debt of our sin and clothed us with His righteousness, freeing us to live in the light. Now, as people made new in Christ, we are called to “put on the Lord Jesus” and love others as He has loved us. In this sermon, Robin Vonk explores how the gospel transforms duty into delight—calling us to live awake, ready, and radiant with the love of Christ.

"You will never find peace until you have found peace with God."He grew up near Goulburn and remembers the day the war ended. He met his wife at a dance and was married to her for 58 years. He has dealt with tragedy but held onto faith through it all. Listen to his wisdom for those younger. Listen to Ron Gooley share about all this and more in this episode of Stories of the Saints."So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand" - Isaiah 41:10

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: The Christian and the StatePassage: Romans 13:1–7Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 26 October 2025, 6:00 pmHow should followers of Jesus relate to those in authority? In Romans 13:1–7, Paul reminds us that every governing power exists under God’s sovereign hand. Christians are called to live with humility, respect, and obedience—not because rulers are perfect, but because our ultimate allegiance is to the Lord who reigns above all. The gospel transforms how we see authority: Jesus Himself submitted to earthly powers, even to death on a cross, so that through His obedience we might be set free from the tyranny of sin. As those redeemed by His grace, we honour earthly authorities as an expression of trust in the God who rules over them. In this message, Robin Vonk explores how the gospel shapes our citizenship—calling us to live peaceably, responsibly, and faithfully under the true King, Jesus Christ.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Practical ChristianityPassage: Romans 12:9–21Preacher: Steve InmanDate & Time: Sunday 19 October 2025, 9:30 amWhat does genuine Christian love look like in action? In Romans 12:9–21, Paul moves from belief to behaviour—showing how the gospel transforms everyday relationships. The call to bless our enemies, repay evil with good, and overcome hatred with love is impossible on our own. But the good news is that Jesus has already lived this out perfectly for us. On the cross, He conquered evil not with power or revenge, but with self-giving love. Through His Spirit, we are now freed and empowered to reflect that same love to others. In this message, Steve Inman unpacks how the mercy we’ve received in Christ reshapes our hearts, our actions, and the way we respond to the world around us.

Listen as she shares about growing up in a Christian family, dressing up for church and turning to God. Not only that, but hear about her recent mission trip to Fiji!🔗Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1njedovpqlo5vOsordRWFhuU7toMv1e7E?usp=sharing"Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." - Psalm 100

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Do Not Conform, Be TransformedPassage: Romans 12:1–8Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Sunday 12 October 2025, 6:00 pmIn light of God’s mercy, how should we live? In Romans 12:1–8, Paul urges us not to be shaped by the world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. This transformation begins with the gospel: Jesus gave Himself as the ultimate living sacrifice, dying and rising so that we might belong to God and live for Him. Because of His grace, we are no longer conformed to sin and selfishness but renewed by the Spirit to serve one another with humility and love. In this sermon, Ian Morrison explores how the gospel changes everything—our hearts, our thinking, and our purpose—calling us to offer our lives in joyful worship to the One who gave His life for us.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: And All Israel Will Be SavedPassage: Romans 11:25–36Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 5 October 2025, 6:00 pmGod’s plan of salvation is bigger and wiser than we can imagine. In Romans 11:25–36, Paul reveals the mystery of how God is working through both Jew and Gentile to bring about His saving purposes. Though people may stumble, God’s promises never fail—His mercy triumphs over disobedience. At the centre of this plan stands the gospel: Jesus Christ, who bore our sin at the cross and rose in power, so that forgiveness and life might be offered to all. In Him, God’s mercy is extended to Jew and Gentile alike, uniting His people in one family of grace. Join us as Robin Vonk unpacks this glorious vision of God’s faithfulness and leads us to echo Paul’s doxology: “To Him be the glory forever!”

Listen as Bron tells of her life: growing up in Blaxland, attending blue light discos, leaping trains, debt collecting, living in the States, homelessness, and more."Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:6-7

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: The Kindness and Sternness of GodPassage: Romans 11:11–24Preacher: Ian MarrisonDate & Time: Sunday 28 September 2025, 6:00 pmIn Romans 11:11–24, Paul paints a sobering yet hope-filled picture of God’s dealings with His people. Israel’s stumbling opened the door for the nations to be grafted into God’s family, yet Paul warns that pride and unbelief can cut us off. Here we see both the sternness of God in judging sin and the kindness of God in showing mercy. The gospel holds these truths together: Jesus bore the sternness of God’s judgment at the cross so that we might receive His kindness and be grafted into the life of Christ. In this sermon, Ian Marrison will demonstrate how God’s holiness and mercy meet in Jesus, calling us to humility, faith, and confidence in the God who both warns and welcomes.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: A Remnant Reserved for God by GracePassage: Romans 11:1–10Preacher: Jodie McNeilDate & Time: Sunday 21 September 2025, 9:30 amHas God rejected His people? In Romans 11:1–10, Paul assures us that God is always faithful. Even when Israel seemed to turn away, God kept a remnant for Himself—a people chosen, not by works, but by grace. This points us to the heart of the gospel: we are saved not because of our performance, heritage, or zeal, but because of God’s undeserved kindness shown in Jesus Christ. He took our sin upon Himself at the cross so that we might be counted among God’s people by faith. In this message, Jodie McNeil will remind us that God’s purposes never fail, His grace always saves, and He continues to call a people for Himself through the gospel of His Son.

Listen to Truda's life story. Here are some interesting things from this episode to get you interested: She grew up in a non-Christian family, watched Billy Graham by landline, did missionary training, worked as a nurse, spent 7 years on mission in Tanzania, navigated reconciliation and retirement,and much more! "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." - Psalm 32:8

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: The Feet That Bring Good NewsPassage: Romans 10:14–21Preacher: Ian MorrisonDate & Time: Sunday 14 September 2025, 9:30 amHow will people believe in Christ if they never hear of Him? In Romans 10:14–21, Paul reminds us that God’s saving plan depends on the gospel being proclaimed. The good news is that Jesus has come—He lived the life we could not live, died the death we deserved, and rose again to give us life. This message is for all people, yet not all will receive it. Still, God calls His church to go, speak, and share, because “faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.” In this sermon, Ian Morrison will show us how God’s mission is carried forward through ordinary people with “beautiful feet”—those who carry the news of Christ crucified and risen to a world in need of salvation.

Sermon Series: Romans – Heaven SentTitle: Faith Is the WayPassage: Romans 9:30–10:13Preacher: Robin VonkDate & Time: Sunday 7 September 2025, 9:30 amWhy did Israel, with all their zeal for God’s law, stumble while Gentiles found righteousness? In Romans 9:30–10:13, Paul shows that salvation does not come through human effort or rule-keeping but through faith in Jesus Christ. The gospel proclaims that Christ is the end of the law—He fulfilled it perfectly, died in our place, and rose again so that everyone who believes in Him will be saved. Righteousness is not something we achieve but something we receive by trusting in Christ. This is the good news: whether Jew or Gentile, rich or poor, near or far—everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Join us as Robin Vonk explores how faith is the way into God’s family and the foundation for a life secure in His grace.