FLBC Sermons

In a world bombarded by news of death and despair, Pastor Mark delivers a powerful message from the book of Habakkuk about crying out for revival in our generation. This sermon challenges listeners to move beyond despondency and embrace the reality that the same God who performed miracles throughout Scripture still reigns today. Drawing from Habakkuk's "shigionoth"—a passionate lament crying out t...

In this powerful sermon, Pastor Geoff Eggins explores Psalm 118, one of the most quoted psalms in the New Testament and a song that has been sung for thousands of years. Discover how this ancient psalm points directly to Jesus as the rejected cornerstone who became the foundation of everything. Learn why the Jewish leaders missed what God was doing through Jesus, and how we can avoid making the sa...

In this powerful Christmas Day sermon, the fourth and final message in our Christmas series, Pastor Seb explores Isaiah 9:6 and Jesus' title as the Prince of Peace. Discover how Jesus brings peace in three transformative ways: peace with God through reconciliation, peace of God that sustains us through life's storms, and peace flowing through us into a broken world. Through the compelling story of...

In part three of our Christmas series on Isaiah 9:6, Pastor Ruth explores what it means that Jesus is our "Everlasting Father" - a title that reveals his tender, compassionate, and unchanging care for us. Drawing from Psalm 103 and the context of Isaiah's prophecy 700 years before Christ's birth, this sermon addresses how we can find hope during difficult times, including personal struggles, finan...

In part two of our Christmas Series, Pastor Seb explores the profound title "Mighty God" from Isaiah 9:6, challenging our understanding of true power and strength. While the ancient Israelites expected a warrior-messiah who would physically defeat their oppressors—someone like David's mighty men who slayed hundreds in battle—Jesus came as a child born in Bethlehem, demonstrating that real power is...

Join Mel Wetzel, our Children’s and Family Ministry Coordinator, as we kick off our Christmas series exploring the prophetic names of Jesus from Isaiah 9:6. In this first instalment, discover what it means that Jesus is our "Wonderful Counsellor." Recorded during our Kids Takeover service, this message explores how Jesus invites us into relationship, offers trustworthy counsel, and provides genero...

In this powerful Foster Care Sunday message, Rex Rigby shares his remarkable journey from a struggling child who couldn't read or write to becoming the first Indigenous head of a denomination in Australia. Through raw honesty about growing up with malnutrition, dyslexia, and feelings of rejection, Rex reveals how God transformed hopelessness into purpose. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1:22-29 and Jer...

Join us for the fifth and final sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, in which Pastor Mark explores the vital rhythm of Christian life: gathering together and scattering to our frontlines. Drawing from Hebrews 10, he unpacks three essential "let us" statements—let us draw near in prayer, let us hold to God's Word, and let us encourage one another. Discover why the gathering of believ...

In this fourth sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Ruth explores the powerful truth of "whoever we are" - that we make a difference not only because of what we do, but because of whose we are. Drawing from Ephesians 2, this message reminds us that we are God's masterpiece, saved by grace and united with Christ. Whether you're in the workplace, at home, or in your neighbourho...

In this third instalment of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Mark explores Colossians 3:17-24 and the powerful truth that God cares about whatever you do—whether you're parenting, teaching, working in healthcare, or even running at Parkrun. This sermon challenges the false divide between sacred and secular work, showing how every role matters to Jesus. Hear inspiring stories from R...

In this second sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Seb challenges us to slow down enough to notice what God is doing around us. Drawing from Mark 5:21-34, we explore how Jesus ministered to people in unexpected places—on crowded beaches and busy streets—even in the midst of chaos and competing demands. Are we so fixated on our routines, goals, and structures that we miss the...

Join us for the first sermon in our five-week Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, based on 1 Peter 1:1-2. Discover how you are both "gathered" as God's chosen people and "scattered" as missionaries in your everyday life. This message challenges the consumer mindset in church and reveals that you are the most effective ministry for reaching people who don't yet know Jesus. Learn about "red dot Ch...

In this final instalment of our Jonah Series, youth ministry intern Jonah explores one of the most challenging aspects of the prophet's story: his anger at God's mercy. After Nineveh's miraculous repentance, Jonah responds with rage instead of celebration, revealing a heart consumed by selfishness and pride. Through the illustration of the plant that brought Jonah more joy than the salvation of 12...

In part 3 of our 4-part Jonah Series, Pastor Seb explores Jonah chapter 3 and the powerful truth that God is the God of second chances—and third, and fourth. After running from God's call and being vomited up by a giant fish, Jonah finally obeys and delivers what might be the worst sermon ever preached: a five-word message with no mention of God, no hope, and zero heart. Yet incredibly, the entire...

In this awesome second instalment of our 4-part Jonah Series, our Children's Ministry Coordinator Mel takes us deep into Jonah chapter 2, exploring what happens when we finally stop running from God. From the belly of a fish at the bottom of the ocean, Jonah teaches us about prayer, repentance, and God's patient grace. This sermon examines how God listens even from our darkest moments—our rock bot...

Welcome to Part 1 of our 4-part Jonah Series! What happens when God calls you to do something you absolutely don't want to do? In this powerful opening sermon, Pastor Mark explores the story of the reluctant prophet who tried to run as far away from God's presence as possible. Discover how God sends His word, storms, and even big fish to pursue us with relentless love. This message tackles the unc...

Join Pastor Mark as he draws striking parallels between football and the Christian life in this engaging sermon from Hebrews 12:1-2. Discover four compelling reasons why life is like football: it's best done as a team, it takes discipline through daily choices, it's played within God's boundaries, and it's played for the ultimate prize - Jesus Christ. Through personal stories, sports analogies, an...

Join Wayne George as he delivers a powerful Father's Day message exploring the true heart of the parable of the Prodigal Son. Speaking just weeks after losing his own father, Wayne shifts our focus from the wayward son to the lavish, seeking love of the father. Discover how God's grace doesn't just forgive—it actively pursues us in our lowest moments, covers our shame, and restores our identity as...

Pastor Mark concludes our Authentic Faith series with a powerful message on authentic faith that will challenge how you view Christian community. In this final episode from James 5:13-20, discover why there's no such thing as a "solo Christian" and how authentic faith requires us to do life together, pray together, and save together. From practical guidance on praying for the sick and anointing wi...

In this awesome message from James 5:7-12, continuing our Authentic Faith series, Pastor Mark explores what it means to live with patient hope while waiting for Jesus' return. As we near the end of our journey through James, this penultimate sermon draws parallels between farmers waiting for harvest and Christians enduring persecution, challenging us to find our security in Christ rather than worl...

In this striking message continuing in our authentic faith series, Pastor Mark challenges us to confront two areas where we desperately need humility: our plans and our wealth. Drawing from James 4:13-5:6, he reveals how both money and future planning can give us a false sense of control over our lives. Through the heartbreaking story of the Christchurch earthquake and personal testimonies of fait...

In this powerful message from James 4:1-12, Pastor Seb tackles the uncomfortable truth about conflict in our relationships and churches. Continuing the "Authentic Faith" series, he reveals how our fleshly desires and friendship with the world create battles within us that spill over into our relationships with others. From ordinary, self-consumed prayers to the reality of spiritual adultery, this...

This is one of three special episodes from our Young Adults Growth Night in June! This breakout room was on "when is a denomination a cult?", delivered by Pastor Mark. Recorded on 29/6/25. Find more info on our young adults ministry at flbc.org.au/youngadults OR get in contact by filling out an online response card at flbc.org.au/respond

This is one of three special episodes from our Young Adults Growth Night in June! This breakout room was on "reading the bible & living like it's true", delivered by Riley Langlands. Recorded on 29/6/25. Find more info on our young adults ministry at flbc.org.au/youngadults OR get in contact by filling out an online response card at flbc.org.au/respond

This is one of three special episodes from our Young Adults Growth Night in June! This breakout room was on "the forgotten rhythms of grace", delivered by Pastor Seb. Recorded on 29/6/25. Find more info on our young adults ministry at flbc.org.au/youngadults OR get in contact by filling out an online response card at flbc.org.au/respond