Gympie Presbyterian Sermons, Bible Talks, and Messages

Have you ever felt like an ‘outsider’? In this part of Matthew’s biography of Jesus we see Jesus overflowing mercy to outsiders, a sign of God’s invitation to ’the wedding supper of the Lamb.’ Outline ‘Crumbs’ for the Unclean (vv21-28) A feast for those far-away (vv29-39) You’re invited to the feast! (Revelation 19:6-9)

In the face of a serious problem, you need a serious solution. In this passage, Jesus tells us sin is a serious problem—it comes from our heart. Which means we need a serious saviour. Outline Do you nullify God’s word? (vv1-9) What really makes us unclean (vv10-19) The issue of the heart

Does Jesus care? Will Jesus provide? As we consider two amazing miracles, we see Jesus, the king of the Bountiful Kingdom, in action. Outline Jesus’ Feast (vv13-22) Jesus’ Identity (vv23-46)

In this message we see two different ways people reject Jesus and the Kingdom of Heaven, which is a challenge for us to be humbly amazed by him. Outline Is Jesus too familiar? (13:53-58) Is Jesus a threat? (4:1-12) Humbly amazed by Jesus

What is your greatest treasure? In this message we explore reasons why the Kingdom of Heaven should be treasured about all else. Outline Priceless treasure (vv44-46) Why treasure? (vv47-49) Treasures new and old (vv51-52)

Have you ever had what you thought were unmet expectations? In this message we hear Jesus tell three stories that help us have right expectations for life following him now as we wait patiently for the complete coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. Outline Hidden stories (vv24-33) Prophecy fulfilled (vv34-35) Kingdom revealed (vv36-43)

Do you (or someone you know) have selective hearing? What about with God? In this message, Jesus calls us to have ears to hear his message. Outline Nice story (vv1-9) Why stories? (vv10-17) Hear the story (vv18-23)

If Christ is building his church so that all creation will see the wisdom of God, what should churches do when we gather? Outline A model church Apostles’ Teaching (Acts 2:42; Ephesians 4:11-13) Sharing (Acts 2:42-46; 1 Corinthians 11:17-35) Prayer (and song) (Acts 2:42, 47; Colossians 3:16-17) Adding (Acts 2:47; 1 Corinthians 14:24-25) Christ’s Church, Christ’s Way

How does ‘church’ bring glory to God? Outline By gathering (Deuteronomy 4:10; Hebrews 12:22-24) to encourage (Hebrews 10:19-25) one another (Romans 12) (A word about elders)

Why has the risen and ascended Lord Jesus made ’the church'? Outline The church Jesus builds (Matthew 16:16-18; 28:18-20) Called to be… (Ephesians 2:11-22; 3:8; 4:1-6) So that… (Ephesians 3:7-12; 4:11-16)

Outline The critical hour The critical failure The critical question

When there is opposition or persectuion, followers of Jesus may think they’re on the ‘wrong side of history’. But Psalm 2 explains why believers in Jesus can have bold confidence especially when ’the nations rage’. Outline Listen to the Song (Psalm 2) Why do the Nations (Still) Rage? Acts 13:26-33 Acts 4:23-31 Will you ‘kiss the Son’? (Note: the first few seconds have...

Christmas 2025 message. Outline Why do we need God’s blessing? Why is Mary blessed? How you can be blessed too.

A message from our carols service. Outline Martha’s complaint Mary’s better choice

In this message from Philippians 4 we hear of the joy of generous, costly, partnership in the gospel. Outline In Christ we learn contentment (vv10-13) In Christ we learn generous partnership (vv14-16) In Christ we benefit from partnership (vv17-20) In Christ our ‘circles’ grow (vv21-23)

How should we deal when we conflict or tension with others? In this message from Philippians, we hear how the gospel gives us the resources we need to deal with conflict and know God’s peace. Outline Be united (vv2-3) Guard your heart and mind (vv4-9)

What’s your goal or purpose for life? In this message, we hear Paul’s encouragement to follow his example and press on to the goal of knowing Christ. Outline Press on to the goal (3:12-16) Follow the right examples (3:17-21) Press on and Stand Firm (4:1)

Can you be confident before God? In this message, we hear the great news that, through faith in Christ, we can be 100% confident in our standing before God. Outline Another example (vv1-3) Confidence in ‘the flesh’ (vv4-6) Confidence in Christ (vv7-11)

In this message we hear how Jesus powerfully changes his people, so we might shine brightly. Outline The gospel and work (vv12-13) Gospel light (vv14-18) The example of gospel-workers (vv19-30)

Jesus - both by his example but, even more, as we’re united to him, teaches the humility needed for unity. Outline A Call to Unity and Humility (vv1-4) United to the Humble Christ (vv5-8) United to the Exalted Christ (vv9-11) Living Gospel Humility

What’s your number one priority in life? What gets you out of bed and going? What sustains you when things are tough? In this message from Philippians 1, we hear that the gospel and glory of Christ is to be the number one priority for Christians. Outline Gospel priority over prison (vv12-18) Gospel priority over life or death (vv19-26) Gospel priority over identity (vv27-30) Is the gospel ou...

So often our hopes become disappointments. But what about hope in God? Outline Let us rejoice In God’s character. In God’s power. In God’s providence. In God’s care. Hope is found. Hope is a dangerous thing.

What do you feel about other believers? In this opening section to Paul’s letter to the Christian believers in Philippi, we’re challenged to overflow in Christ’s love for his people. Outline To God’s holy people (vv1-2) Are you thankful? (vv3-6) What fills your heart? (vv7-8) What do you pray? (vv9-11)

Family can make us feel complex emotions: it can be both a source of joy and safety but also a cause of anguish, longing, or grief. As we finish this series in Matthew’s gospel we hear Jesus rebuke of those who should be in God’s family but have broken faith and also the precious promise of a place in the family of the king. Outline Will you see the signs? (vv38-45) Who’s Jesus’ family...

In this message we hear Jesus serious warning for those who think they can stay on the fence with him. Outline David or the Devil? (vv22-27) Satan’s Kingdom Plundered (vv28-29) So Find Forgiveness (vv30-37)