City on a Hill Geelong

God rests on the seventh day, setting a pattern for humanity. True rest is more than stopping work. In this sermon, we see that it is trusting God’s finished work and longing for the ultimate rest He promises.Bible Reading:Genesis 2:1–3Preacher:Sermon by Dave WalterThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

Work was God’s good design long before the fall. Created to cultivate and steward creation together, our work reflects God’s character. In this sermon, we see how our work contributes to the flourishing of the world He made.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1–31; 2:4–25Preacher:Sermon by Matt KellerThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

Humanity is the pinnacle of God’s creation, made in His image with dignity, value, and purpose. In this sermon, we see how men and women are called to represent God’s rule and steward creation for its flourishing.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1-31Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

God brings order from chaos, forming a world designed for life and flourishing. In this sermon, we see how creation reveals the goodness of God and points us to its good Creator.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1-31; 2:1-3Preacher:Sermon by Dave ChiswellThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

Before anything existed, there was God. Eternal, transcendent, and sovereign, He is the source, sustainer, and ruler of all things. In this sermon, we see that creation begins not with us, but with the God without whom nothing exists.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1Preacher:Sermon by Matt KellerThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

As the sun rises on Easter morning, so does our hope. In this sermon, we witness the empty tomb, remember Jesus’ promises, and rejoice in the risen Lord who overcomes death and brings new life.Bible Reading:Luke 24:1–12Sermon by Dave ChiswellThis episode is part of Easter Matters, a teaching series exploring the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why this moment still changes everything.As we open the Scriptures, we see how light broke into darkness, hope rose from the grave, and new life is offered to all who trust in him.In a world that can feel uncertain and heavy, Easter reminds us that darkness does not win. Life is stronger than death. Hope is real.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/easter

We pause at the cross, where darkness falls and Jesus gives his life. In this sermon, we lament the reality of sin, suffering and death, and see how God meets us in the heaviness of a broken world.Bible Reading:Luke 23:44–49Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Easter Matters, a teaching series exploring the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why this moment still changes everything.As we open the Scriptures, we see how light broke into darkness, hope rose from the grave, and new life is offered to all who trust in him.In a world that can feel uncertain and heavy, Easter reminds us that darkness does not win. Life is stronger than death. Hope is real.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/easter

This Sunday looks a bit different. We conclude the Wind and Fire series, but also think more practically about what comes next as we seek to serve God and one another with the gifts that God has granted us by His Holy Spirit. Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The mission of Jesus always moves outward. We will finish by exploring how the Spirit empowers the church to raise leaders, plant communities, and carry the gospel further.Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The Spirit gives courage to speak and display the good news. We look at how God equips his people to bear witness with clarity, compassion, and boldness.Sermon by Alex BuiThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

From the temple to the gathered church, God longs to dwell with his people. We will look at how the Spirit uses some spiritual gifts to reveal God’s presence to his people.Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The Spirit shapes who we are becoming. This week we will consider how spiritual gifts form us into Christlikeness and grow the church in maturity.Preacher:Sermon by Matt KellerThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The church is called to be people who display the love of Jesus. We will look at how some gifts equip members of our church to tangible show the love of God.Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

We begin by laying foundations for understanding the Holy Spirit and the spiritual gifts. Learning to approach the Spirit with humility, hunger, and trust — not fear, control, or confusion.Preacher: Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church.As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

This week Andrew Grills preaches from 2 Chronicles 6 & 7 as we look ahead to the year and explore the Vision for City on a Hill Geelong under God's guidance and provision.Sermon by Andrew Grills

This week we conclude our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel.This week Harry Wilson preaches from Judges 3:12-30 on Ehud.Sermon by Harry Wilson

This week we continue in our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel.This week Andrew Grills preaches from Acts 11:19-24 on Barnabas.Sermon by Andrew Grills

This week we continue in our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel.This week Matt Keller preaches from Revelation 12:1-6 on The Woman and the Dragon.Sermon by Matt Keller

This episode is part of our Stories of Summer teaching series at City on a Hill: Geelong. Sermon by Dave Chiswell

We are all searching. Searching for peace in the pressure of life, purpose in the chaos, love that truly lasts, and hope that endures beyond the moment. We try to find it in many places — in the approval of friends, the success of our careers, the excitement of new experiences, or the comfort of possessions. Yet, no matter how much we accumulate or achieve, something still feels incomplete.The story of Christmas reminds us that while we have been searching for meaning, God has been searching for us. From the very beginning, He has been pursuing a relationship with us, longing to draw us close. And in Jesus, God stepped into our world — not from a distance, but into our messy, complicated, everyday lives.Christmas isn’t just a story from the past — it’s a living invitation to encounter the One who makes all things new.In Jesus, the search is over.Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsFind out more at cityonahill.com.au/christmas

Sermon by Alex BuiWe are all searching. Searching for peace in the pressure of life, purpose in the chaos, love that truly lasts, and hope that endures beyond the moment. We try to find it in many places — in the approval of friends, the success of our careers, the excitement of new experiences, or the comfort of possessions. Yet, no matter how much we accumulate or achieve, something still feels incomplete.The story of Christmas reminds us that while we have been searching for meaning, God has been searching for us. From the very beginning, He has been pursuing a relationship with us, longing to draw us close. And in Jesus, God stepped into our world — not from a distance, but into our messy, complicated, everyday lives.Christmas isn’t just a story from the past — it’s a living invitation to encounter the One who makes all things new.In Jesus, the search is over.Preacher:[Insert Preacher Shortcode]Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/christmas

Beaten, bruised and bloodied – Jesus carries his cross and takes the punishment to put a final end to sin and death for eternity. As Jesus takes his last breath, the temple curtain tears in two and the new covenant has begun.Bible Reading:Matthew 27:32-66Preacher:Sermon by Matt Keller This episode is part of The Passion — Season 5 of our teaching series The Kingdom, as we journey through the Gospel of Matthew and discover the good news of Jesus the King.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/passion

Mocked, betrayed and wrongly accused. Judas feels the weight of his guilt and betrayal of Jesus. Peter denies following Jesus. Ultimately, Jesus is delivered over to Pilate to face the punishment we all deserved.Bible Reading:Matthew 26:57-27:31Preacher:Sermon by Andrew Grills This episode is part of The Passion — Season 5 of our teaching series The Kingdom, as we journey through the Gospel of Matthew and discover the good news of Jesus the King.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/passion

At The Last Supper Jesus instituted the covenant meal with his disciples, prayed in deep anguish at Gethsemane at what he was about to suffer on the cross, and was ultimately betrayed, arrested, and abandoned by his disciples.Bible Reading:Matthew 26:1-56Preacher:Sermon by Dave Walter This episode is part of The Passion — Season 5 of our teaching series The Kingdom, as we journey through the Gospel of Matthew and discover the good news of Jesus the King.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/passion

Jesus warns his followers to be ready for his ultimate return, where he will come back to judge all people and the righteous will inherit eternal life for serving “the least of these,” while the unfaithful face eternal separation.Bible Passage:Matthew 25:1-46Preacher:Sermon by Jimmy Young This episode is part of The Passion — Season 5 of our teaching series The Kingdom, as we journey through the Gospel of Matthew and discover the good news of Jesus the King.Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/passion

Jesus condemned the scribes and Pharisees for their hypocrisy, and burdening others with empty religion while neglecting justice, mercy, and faithfulness. He lamented over Jerusalem’s hardness of heart, expressing God’s love for his people.

Jesus told a parable of a wedding feast, showing that God’s kingdom is open to all who truly respond, not just the outwardly religious. He teaches the greatest commandment – to love God and love others.

The religious leaders challenged Jesus’ authority as he was teaching in the temple. A parable of true obedience to God and a parable of Israel’s leaders that had rejected God’s messengers, and would ultimately reject His Son.

A triumphant entry and the turning of tables. Jesus returns to Jerusalem riding on a donkey, before entering the temple and driving out the sellers who had turned a place of worship into a marketplace.

Jesus compares the greatest in the kingdom to the children who come to Him with curiosity and faith. Those who seem powerless, weak and unimportant and deemed great and worthy of the kingdom of heaven because of Jesus’ power made perfect in their weakness.

Jesus calls those who follow Him to sacrifice, lay their lives down, and loosen their grip on the treasures in this world. We cannot enter the kingdom with our earthly riches, but instead trust in the eternal riches gifted to us in Jesus.

The Transfiguration becomes a divine spotlight on who Jesus truly is: “This is my beloved Son… listen to him.” The truth of Jesus’ divinity is revealed to the disciples, as they marvel at his glory and authority given to Him by the Father.

Peter confesses His love and devotion to Jesus - not just in action but in his heart. Peter is confronted by his fear of Jesus’ foretold suffering. Jesus rebukes him - pointing to His suffering as the path he must take to put an end to sin and death for eternity.

A sermon in the Greatness series.

Jesus’ greatness is displayed in his insight into the human heart, and his bold confrontation of religious traditions that nullify God’s word. His greatness is utterly countercultural — a willingness to suffer, to be misunderstood, and to lay down his life.

Jesus’ miracles and interactions increasingly overturn expectations—not just of the crowds, but of his closest followers. Greatness is displayed in Jesus’ power used to serve and to lay down His life for those he loves.

In Jesus, we find a Saviour who redefines what it means to be great — not through status or strength, but through humility, self-denial, and sacrificial love. It begins with the death of John the Baptist whose greatness points to the true and greater One.

A sermon in the Stand Alone Sermons series.

Jesus teaches on the kingdom of heaven in a series of parables such as a treasure found hidden in a field, or a mustard seed that grows into a beautiful tree, or a pearl worth selling everything you have to keep. Will those who seek find hope in the kingdom of God?

Opposition and evil escalate in a plot to kill Jesus. Signs are demanded by those who have failed to recognise who Jesus is. The end of evil for eternity is foreshadowed. Who will see Jesus as hope for humanity in darkness?

John the Baptist expresses doubt that Jesus is the Saviour that he had prophesied would come. The mystery of Jesus’ revelation begins as He invites all troubled souls to come and find rest in Him. Who will see and behold the glory of Jesus?

Jesus sends the twelve disciples to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God, and gives them authority to heal and cast out demons in his name. The mission is bold and costly - will the disciples prove faithful to the call?

The mission of Jesus is revealed as he continues to heal and bring life, teach the crowds, and call the twelve disciples to follow him for the ministry ahead. Could there be more to Jesus than just a prophet, good teacher or healer?

Jesus’ teaching astonishes the crowds, demonstrating His authority. He performs miraculous wonders - healing the sick and calming the raging seas. The crowds begin to ask “who is this man and by what authority has he come?”

A sermon in the Easter 2025 series.

A sermon in the Easter 2025 series.

True or false? Wise or foolish? Jesus ends his “sermon on the mount” by inviting us to walk the narrow path, following His way that leads to life. As followers of Jesus we put our firm foundation in Him, withstanding trials and temptations and finding everlasting joy in Him.

Jesus warns against hypocritical judgment, teaching that we should examine our own faults before criticising others as we grow in humility and self-awareness. God is the only worthy judge of good and evil and so we seek his forgiveness and thank Him for redeeming us.

Jesus invites us to look beyond this world and what it can offer us, and look to His kingdom where eternal treasures lie. God is our provider - we do not need to be anxious about tomorrow for He gives us all we need for life and righteousness in Jesus.

Jesus calls His followers to seek a deep, genuine relationship with God rather than outward religious performance. Practice humility in prayer, devotion and generosity as you serve the Lord as your King in secret and in public.