The Weekly

Pierre speaks about sacrifice and pursuing God's presence. He challenges us that something will be sacrificed on the altar of our lives, what will it be, and for what purpose? Let us be set apart as people who pursue, enjoy, and abide in the unmistakable presence of God, and nothing else.

In this podcast, we have a panel of experienced travelers who have gone on mission for Jesus. They have amazing stories of God's faithfulness in the nations that will encourage and fill you with excitement to go! Their testimony proves how God has moved through NCCB in the past, and now we have been stirred up to go into the nations again.

Rights refer to entitlements by law and custom, while privileges refer to special advantages or opportunities granted by power, authority, or circumstance. Jesus has fought for and laid down His life for all of humanity to have certain rights, but far too often we look at these rights as privileges that are reserved for a select few, or that we need to perform in order to attain them. Galatians 4:...

In celebration of NCCB's 44th Birthday, Ash unpacks the vision for NCCB, why we exist, and speaks to the congregational dynamic that God is creating in us. He then unpacks a creative vision from Isaiah 54:2-4, and Acts 1:8.

Ash unpacks the truth of the gospel message. As believers, it's vital that we know and understand the truth of the gospel message. He also contrasts Christianity with other religions in the world. It's good for us to be aware of the theologies that have been created to confuse people. "If you were to die today, and you were to stand before God and He were to say to you, why should I let you into h...

Ash teaches on Fasting and the importance of importunity. Fasting is focusing our minds and our bodies for spiritual reasons. Fasting without prayer and meditation will just be days spent hungry. Ash encourages us to consider Isaiah 58 while fasting, we must be sure that we don't lose track of what God is asking us to do.

What are you being formed into? Are you in the process of becoming like Christ? "There is an obvious great disparity between, on the one hand, the hope for life expressed in Jesus found real in the bible and in many shining examples from among his followers and, on the other hand, the actual day-to-day behaviour, inner life, and social presence of most of those who now profess adherence to him." -...

Stuart looks at Genesis chapter 1 and contrasts the chaos (Tohu Va-Vohu) with the order God was bringing into the word. He points out the similarities between the creation account and the church's beginnings and how in both situations God is bringing order from chaos. God is doing that now in our lives, through the process of sanctification, we are becoming like Christ.

Ashley highlights the importance of generosity, God's heart behind biblical generosity, as well as how we as believers and as the church should live lives of generosity. Ash unpacks the differences between tithes and offerings, as well as the various other forms of generosity.

Trevor shares how amazing it is that we get to be friends of God! What does it mean to be in His love, to remain in His love? Regardless of where you are at, Jesus died for you and wants you to be His friend. Trevor gives us some reflective questions to ask. After listening to the message, ask the Holy Spirit these same questions: Holy Spirit, what is it you want me to know about my true identity?...

Why is generosity important? What insights does the Bible offer about being generous, and where does it first come up? Ash dives into the concept of generosity, empowering us to manage our finances in alignment with God's kingdom. Our gifts are not to be measured by the amount we contribute, but by the surplus kept in our own hand. The two mites of the widow were, in Christ’s eyes, worth more than...

Ash, following last week's message on forgiveness, teaches from Matthew 18:23-27 on how we are compelled to forgive anyone who asks for mercy. Forgiveness is first a decision, and not first an emotion. Even though we forgive, we will not necessarily forget, but God will remove the pain of it. "Mercy delivers us from what we deserve, grace gives us what we do not deserve."

Ash delves into the importance of forgiveness when standing before God, praying. We so often want to make people pay for our forgiveness, but what does forgiveness really mean? To forgive means to put away or to send away an unintentional error or willful transgression. Forgiveness is simply a gift of freedom. “As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I did...

Ash continues in his series on prayer and God's decrees. Today he is speaking from two primary scriptures, James 5:16 (the fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much) and Mark 11:12-14 (Jesus curses the fig tree) and encourages us to have faith in God!

In continuing the series on God's Decrees, Ash delves into the profound impact of prayer and the vital importance of understanding who God is. Ash explores the concept of God's omnipresence, His ability to exist everywhere simultaneously. He also touches on God's omnipotence, His limitless power, and boundless influence. Lastly, there is the profound meaning of God's omniscience, recognizing His a...

Ash lays foundations for the series on God's decrees. What is a decree from God? A decree is an order He has put in place so that things are set in order. God has given us His will, we need to walk confidently in it. "God's word is His will for this planet, for us as individuals."

Vernon speaks about identity in Christ from the book of Genesis 1:26 & 27 and the story of Gideon. It's amazing that God called Gideon a mighty warrior while he was still hiding in the winepress. Only the One who made you has the authority to identify you. "History might have marked you, but it is not authorised to label you."

Paul encourages us to ensure that when we read the bible, we are not letting our culture and worldview influence the truth contained in scripture, and then to take that truth, believe it, keep on believing it, and live it out.  "We need not only the bible's prescriptions of our problems, but also its diagnosis of them." - Tim Keller "Jesus comes to set an objective, universal standard of truth. He...

We as believers are all called to some general things: we are all called to be conformed to the image of Christ, to freedom, to sanctification, to holiness and to be a part of the church. Stuart speaks about how being faithful in the general calling of God leads to fruitfulness in the specific calling on our lives. "We can miss out on the fullness of what God has for us when we focus more on our i...

Following Josh Henry's message last week, Trevor speaks from James 3:13-18 and contrasts the effects of earthly wisdom and heavenly wisdom and how that relates to meekness.   James 3:13-18 (ESV): Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. 14 But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be f...

God is looking, he is searching for tender hearts to steward mighty things. The greater the character of the listener, the greater the clarity that comes from the word of God. Josh unpacks the concept of meekness and why it is important, especially in the church.

Madz talks about the importance of perspective. Start with a zoomed-out perspective, take your eyes off of your years on Earth, and look to eternity. We were created for eternity, and not for death. Then, zoom back in and look at your day-to-day life. What can you do today to impact eternity?

Paul Edy continues our series on the Jesus story, speaking about the seven signs of John found in John's gospel. Where the synoptic gospels focused on what Jesus did, John seeks to reveal who Jesus is.  These seven signs are:  Turning Water Into Wine (John 2:1-12) Healing the Nobleman's Son (John 4:46-54) Healing the Man at the Pool (John 5:1-11) Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-15) Walking on Water...

Pierre continues the Jesus Story series and asks the question "What did Jesus know for certainty that we struggle to even believe that made his life so incredibly impactful?" In answering this question, Pierre touches on trials, temptation, and the flesh. "God's goodness is like liquid love pouring down on your life."

In discovering more about Jesus, Ash asks an interesting question, "What could Jesus not do?" He unpacks this question from John 5:30 “I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me."