Gympie Presbyterian Sermons, Bible Talks, and Messages

It can be hard to discern what is true and what is false. In this message from 1 John 4, we hear how to recognise truth and love. How can you recognise the spirit of truth? (vv1-6) How can you recognise love from God? (vv7-21)

What does it look like to be people and a community grounded in love? It sounds like what we want—so what do we need for it to happen? In this message from 1 John, we see two examples to show us the love we need, the love we can see. (N.b. due to techincal issues, the recording has more ambient sounds than usual.) Outline Love, don’t hate (vv11-15) Love in action (vv16-18) Loved by God (vv19-24)

Do you know you are God’s child? In this message, we hear the astounding news that all who trust in Jesus are truly God’s children, are being made like him, and will become like him. Outline Being God’s Children (2:28-3:3) Living as God’s Children (3:4-10)

Do you know what time it is? And what difference this makes? In this message we hear how life in the ’last hour’ shapes what we’re to love. Outline It’s the last hour (vv17-18) so don’t love the world (vv15-17) and don’t be deceived. (vv18-27)

What does it mean to be a for-real, not fake, not scan follower of Jesus? In this message from 1 John we hear the assurance believers in Jesus can have because of what Jesus has done, is doing now, and by living his command of love. Outline What Jesus is doing now (vv1-2) Walk in love (vv3-11) Because this is who you are (vv12-14)

Hiding the truth is often a burden, but we’re not sure what will happen if the truth comes out. In this message we hear the joy-filled news of God’s forgiveness when we come to his light. Outline Testifying to the Life (1:1-4) Living in the Light (1:5-2:2) Purity Clarity

In this final message in our series in 2 Kings, we hear how even when things feel they’ve come to an end, God’s faithful promises remain. Outline The more things change the more they stay the same. (2 Kings 18:1-23:30) …until the end. (2 Kings 23:31-25:26) Is there a future for God’s people? (2 Kings 25:27-30; Matthew 1)

Even as we hear about the warning from the end of a people, God’s gracious work gives hope. Outline Kings who did evil People who did evil God’s grace to people who do evil

Many of us doubt or disbelief the promises of God’s grace. In this message from 2 Kings 5-13, time and time again we see God’s astounding grace and mercy to a world of disbelief. Outline God graciously humbles the proud (2 Kings 5) God shows mercy to his enemies and people (2 Kings 6-7) God graciously provides a godly(ish) king (2 Kings 11-12) Do you know God’s grace? (Romans 5:10)

Where do we go when it feels like God isn’t there? In the opening chapters of 2 Kings we see that, even when many think God isn’t there, God’s powerful Word remains. Outline The story so far Is there no God in Israel? God’s Word remains

What does Jesus want? What does he ask his Father for? In this sermon from guest preacher, Phil Stolk ( Noosa Presbyterian ) we hear Jesus’ heart as he prays for his disciples in all times and places! Outline What’s on Jesus’ wish list? That Jesus prays What Jesus prays God’s glory Our good

In the ‘right side up’ kingdom, Jesus shows what true greatness is, by giving his life to rescue others. This is the final message of our ‘Right Side Up Kingdom’ series. Outline The Son will be humiliated (vv17-19) The sons who want glory (vv20-23) Greatness in the Kingdom (vv24-28) Seeing the Son (vv29-34)

Mercy means not getting what you deserve. Grace means getting what you don’t deserve. In this message, we hear a story Jesus told to show us God is fair, merciful, and gracious. Outline Leaving everything for Jesus (19:27-30) The farm-owner and his workers (20:1-7) Generous and fair (20:8-16) Our fair and generous God This sermon was pre-recorded and is available as a video:

What temporary treasure are you holding on to, stopping you from receiving what matters most? Outlines The empty receive (vv13-15) The full walk away (vv16-22) God does the impossible (vv23-30)

What benefits come from knowing Jesus? Outline Benefits package… Peace with God Access to God Hope in God. Loved by God Presence of God

When trapped by a question about divorce, Jesus goes back to the beginning to show that in the Kingdom of Heaven, believers are called to faithfulness to God in marriage and singleness. Outline Back to where it started (vv1-2) Faithfulness (to God) in marriage (vv3-9) Faithfulness (to God) in singleness (vv10-12)

Those who are forgiven love to forgive. In this message we hear how God values forgiveness and through knowing God’s forgiveness in Christ we can learn to forgive. Outline How much forgiveness? (vv 21-22) A story of generous forgiveness (vv 23-27) A story of evil ruthlessness (vv 26-34) The warning (v 35) Being forgiven and learning to forgive A great question came after the service and our...

How should we respond when we see a ‘wandering sheep’? Outline If a brother or sister sins (vv15-17) If he or she refuses (vv17-20)

What does Jesus think is great? In this message, we hear Jesus’ confronting and comforting words to us, whether we think we’re ‘great’ or a ’little one’. Outline Enter humbly (vv1-4) Receive little ones (vv5-10) Rejoice over wanderers (vv12-14)

What good is your religion, spirituality, or life philosophy if it has nothing to say in the face of suffering. In this Easter message, we hear how the resurrection of Jesus is the hope we need in suffering. Outline Where does suffering come from? How does Easter Sunday give hope in suffering?

We need Good Friday because our problem runs deep and Christ crucified is our only solution. Outline Our problem God’s solution

After the ‘mountain-top experience,’ when the reality of sin and suffering come crashing in, how can we still have faith in Jesus? Outline Jesus’ patience, power, and position Do you have faith?

There are some things you see that change everything. Seeing Jesus glory changes everything and changes you. Outline Look at Jesus (vv1-4) Listen to Jesus (vv5-8) Glory and Suffering (vv9-13) Glory and change (1 John 3:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18)

Who do you say Jesus is? In this message we hear the answer to this most important question and the difference it makes. Outline Don’t seek signs (vv1-4) Beware bad teaching (vv5-12) Who do you say Jesus is? (vv13-23) Will you follow Jesus? (vv24-28) (Apologies for poor audio quality due to technical issues.)

In the message we’re reminded of God’s gracious invitation to join the feast at his table. Outline Dead in Sin (vv1-3) Reconciled to God through Jesus (vv4-10) One in Christ (vv11-18) Welcomed at the Feast (vv19-22)