Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio

Kara concludes our Words of the Cross series, exploring the final words Jesus spoke on the Cross and how these words laden with love, meaning and power apply to our lives today

Fraser examines Jesus' words to his mother and the beloved John. He highlights themes of spiritual connection during silence and overcoming distractions that can hinder our relationship with God. Jesus' compassion, even in His suffering, models how we are called to care for others, despite our differences, while staying focused on God's love.

Sam reminds us that while death is an inevitable part of life, it is not the end. Through Christ's resurrection, we have the hope of a renewed earth, resurrected bodies, and eternal life in God's presence. This hope transforms our view of mortality, encouraging us to live with anticipation of the glory to come.

Sam launches the "Words from the Cross" series, beginning with 'Forgiveness". He emphasizes that Jesus’ act of forgiving those who crucified him teaches us to forgive those who wrong us. By following Jesus' example, we show love and grace, offering forgiveness even when it’s difficult.

Jill Weber encourages us to embrace a contemplative approach in our response to God, urging us to "gaze" upon His presence and reflect deeply. She reminds us that by slowing down and being present we can grow closer to God, allowing His love and guidance to shape our lives.

Ryan continues our "We are because HE is "series by calling us into a countercultural community, explaining that we are designed to live and act together, just as Jesus did with his disciples. We hear from 3 amazing members of our church community who share how being part of a community has shaped their walk in faith.

Jen continues the "We are because He is" series, exploring Jesus' compassion and how that informs our priorities as his followers and his church. She describes how we can overcome fear as a barrier to being compassionate people.

Sam explores what it means to be a courageous people, explaining how we hold to the historic faith with joy, boldness, and confidence in a time of widespread compromise, particularly in the areas of scripture, sex, money, and power.

Sam continues the vision series by exploring what it means to be a "contending" people. He unpacks why we are praying for an outpouring of the Spirit that revives the church and rewires culture.

Sam continues the vision series (We are because HE is...), exploring what it means to be a people who are empowered by the Holy Spirit. He describes how the Holy Spirit awakens us, forms us and empowers us.

Sam takes us on a journey through the big story of Scripture, culminating in the life of Jesus. He explains how that story shapes our passion for being charismatic and contemplative, our call to be contending, compassionate, and courageous, and the importance of being anchored in community.

As we light the candle of Love, Charlotte reflects on the heart of Advent—becoming people of Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love. She reminds us to slow down, delight in His coming, and carry His love to those around us.

Sam Harvey steps out of his sabbatical to guide us through the tragic events of the past week. Sam shares from Scripture and personal experience, reminding us to turn to God in our lament and showing us that it is possible for grief and joy to coexist this Advent season.

Kara shares a powerful message about the extraordinary gift of peace that Jesus brings. As the Prince of Peace, His birth fulfilled the promise of "Peace on Earth." She explores what it means to experience peace amidst the busyness of December and reflects on how we can live with God's peace every day, no matter what our circumstances.

Guest speaker Dr Joseph McAuley describes the "moment before The Moment" and urges us to "make a joyful noise to the Lord" while we wait with expectation and hope, rather than angst and distress, this Advent season.

Ryan concludes The Final Word series by discussing Jesus' prayer in John 17, encouraging us to be unified in our faith. He explains that we find unity in our identity, purpose and relationships and turn to unity through Truth, Trinity and Protection.

Guest speaker Bron Tait continues the Final Word series by encouraging us to renew our minds with the word of God and enter a partnership with Him. She urges us to abide in Jesus and remain in God so that we will bear fruit and show ourselves to be His disciples.

Charlotte shares how Jesus knows His trajectory and is secure in His identity - He humbles Himself to wash His disciples' feet, teaching us that true identity is found in God. We are called to serve with humility and love, just as Jesus did. In following His example, we live out our purpose and share His love with others.

Guest speaker Gradon Harvey describes the storms mentioned in the Bible, which are symbolic of the storms we face in life. He emphasizes that the promises of God provide us with hope and strength to rise above them. Importantly, he reminds us that we don’t have to face these storms alone but with God, faith, and the support of our community.

Luke explores the last words Jesus offers to His disciples before His crucifixion. He reminds us how the Holy Spirit is a gift from God who comforts us, teaches us and also equips and empowers us to share the good news of Jesus with the world.

Jen calls us to love one another, as Jesus commanded, particularly by demonstrating agape love—a self-sacrificing love modelled by Jesus. She explains that God's love language is obedience, emphasizing that loving God and obeying Him are inseparable.

Ryan's launches "The Final Word," series by exploring three key aspects of our relationship with Jesus: Personal, Powerful, and Painful. He delves into Jesus' final teachings in John 13 to 17, revealing a profound invitation to deeper intimacy with the Trinity and highlighting Jesus' extraordinary promises - some of the most remarkable words spoken during his time on Earth.

Sam shows us that true life comes from following Jesus, through imitating His selfless love for others, blessing them sacrificially, and sharing in His suffering.

Ryan concludes our Devoted Discipleship series by championing community and reiterates the importance of having friendships of depth and vulnerability, using Jesus as our model.

Guest speaker Jacinda Lilly explains how having "rhythms of intention" or a "rule of life" can help shape our discipleship journey, whilst reflecting on our current rule of life can help us make space for God.