Rosebank Union Church Sermons

In this episode, Tom Jordi discusses parenting with perspective and helps parents to understand the impact of technology. They talk about the effects of phones and social media on children's developing brains. They also unpack strategies to help parents navigate this and the importance of community.  Additional resources: Common Sense Media - www.commonsensemedia.org Be In Touch Media - https://be...

Justin continues to explore the theme of enduring trials with faith, emphasizing that suffering is an inevitable part of life in a fallen world, but through perseverance and reliance on God, individuals can grow spiritually and find joy not in the trials themselves, but in what they produce—maturity, strength, and deeper faith. Believers need to practice two disciplines: "consider" (self-talk grou...

Justin explores the theme of enduring trials with faith, emphasizing that suffering is an inevitable part of life in a fallen world, but through perseverance and reliance on God, individuals can grow spiritually and find joy not in the trials themselves, but in what they produce—maturity, strength, and deeper faith. Believers need to practice two disciplines: "consider" (self-talk grounded in bibl...

Justin launches our investigation into the book of James as we explore the greeting that James delivers and how we would put forward our own greeting in relation to the powers in our life. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/james Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Mike Marais joins Ansuné and Zwai to discuss parenting with principles. In particular, they talk about a framework for discipline that takes each unique parent and child into account. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johanne...

In the closer for season 1 of the Isaiah series, Richard speaks about the end, as Christ gathers the faithful remnant and believers of all nations to Him. A time when God's adherence to His promises is a comfort to those that believe and damning for those that stand opposed. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannes...

The stump metaphor is continued as the line of Jesse is prophesied to give rise to a character that gives hope to all of Israel. In this hopeful passage we see Christ prophesied and a time of peace and prosperity under his reign. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Ansuné is joined by Lauren and Matt Gray as they share why proactivity in parenting is important. They also share many helpful tips and real-life stories. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our w...

Zwai speaks on how in spite of the impending judgement of the Lord we are not frightened by it but rather as believers we can find assurance and comfort through the realities of Christ. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Richard shows the wrath of God and how present as well as nexessary it is. Yet at the same time the equally present and necessary love and grace being extended by God to rescue us from the situations that we have created for ourselves. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

In this episode, Catherine Marais joins us to unpack how we can connect with our children and be fully present with them. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to fin...

Justin encourages us to meet God where we are at as we reflect on the victory won over death and sin on that cross. ~~~ Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Richard prepares our hearts as Christ is crucified and we await Sunday in a period of uncertainty 2000 years ago and yet triumphant assurance that we can hold fast to in the modern age knowing that Christ rose on Sunday. ~~~ Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

In this classic Christmas passage, Richard explores the promise of hope through a coming King and Kingdom. Additionally, we are challenged to look at how this affects us as Easter approaches. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

In this episode, Zwai talks about our God-given purpose as parents and what this means for our relationship with our children. Catch all the other podcast episodes and find out more about the Raising Parents ministry on their website: https://raisingparents.co.za ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za t...

As the majority of Israel appears to have lost their faith in God, a remnant rallies to the Lord in a display of resounding and resilient faithfulness that stands as an example to us as we are called to hold our faith high in a modern context. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Brett leads us through the opening half of chapter 7 in which king Ahaz is confronted by the oncoming forces of the Assyrians as well as Judah, however, when Isaiah calls on him to trust God, Ahaz refuses. Brett challenges us to re-examine how we respond to God in tough times, do we think He is capable and willing of rescuing us or do we try to fix it all by ourselves? ~~~ Get more information on...

Richard continues to look at the interaction between God and Isaiah in the former's throneroom as Isaiah is called and sent once he has been cleansed. The calling laid before him is a harsh duty and yet he goes willingly as God calls us to do in response to our own cleansing. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johanne...

We kick off our Raising Parents ministry with a live recording of the Raising Parents Podcast where we look at a Vision for Parenting. Each family has a unique and significant story, and that story is located within the greatest story ever told: God's plan of redemption for the world. Today we explore together who we as parents really are, who our children really are, and what this means for your...

Richard takes a deep look at the interactions as Isaiah is presented before God in His throneroom and how Isaiah realises how unclean he is, as well as how we might be similarly affected. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Gospel fluency: A fun bonus episode where Ansuné and Brett will discuss random parenting scenarios and talk about how the gospel applies to that thing/concept in your parenting. ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Justin leads us in contemplation over how God perceives our sinful ways and detests of them. He calls on us to judge ourselves and tell what more could be done by God to grow good fruits in us and yet we still produce bitter fruits. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

Back into our series on Apologetics, this week we are joined by Pastor Justin to talk about New spirituality: I'm not religious, I'm spiritual and this is one not to be missed! ~~~ This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

As Richard delves into Isaiah 3 as well as 4, Isaiah shows us just how broken humanity has become throughout chapter 3. But hope, chapter 4 illustrates the plans of God to restore the brokeness of humanity through Jesus. ~~~ Get more information on the series: https://ruc.org.za/isaiah Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg https://ruc.org.za/visit

As we build to the new things planned for this year look back at some of our favourite episodes in our time on the podcast thus far. Bible Overview Pt.1: In this episode Ansune and Zwai take a closer look at the overarching theme or metanarrative of Scripture. All the Scriptures are about Jesus. ~~~ Book recommendation: The Biggest Story: How the Snake Crusher Brings Us Back to the Garden by Kevin...