Central Community Church | Sermon Audio

1 Peter 1:3-1:3 | In the brokenness, suffering and sin of our society, and in our individual lives, God's great mercy, amazing grace and living hope is such Good News!

1 Peter 1:3-1:3 | Despite all of our innovation and advancement in industry, science, and technological, there are three universal problems that we are still unable to solve: Sin, Suffering, and Death. The good news of the Christian gospel is all three universal problems are solved at Easter in Jesus!

1 Peter 1:3-1:3 | Despite all of our innovation and advancement in industry, science, and technological, there are three universal problems that we are still unable to solve: Sin, Suffering, and Death. The good news of the Christian gospel is all three universal problems are solved at Easter in Jesus!

Luke 19:41-19:44 | Aware of the rejection and cross that await Him, Jesus nonetheless weeps for Jerusalem. The judgement pronounced on those who reject Christ does not come from a vindictive God but through tears and via the cross.

Luke 19:41-19:44 | Jesus reveals the heart of God towards those who fail to recognize him. In light of the pending doom resulting from sin, Jesus embraces the cross in full payment for our sin. Doing so he reveals himself as the true King and Saviour.

Luke 19:28-19:40 | Just as Jesus' disciples helped prepare the way for His greatest work to be accomplished - His atoning sacrifice for our sin upon the cross, there are things that we can do to prepare the way for people to hear about this Good News. How can we best prepare the way for King Jesus?

Luke 19:28-19:40 | The Triumphal Entry reveals Jesus first as the messiah, "The King of the Jews"; second, as God, the King of Creation; and Thirdly as King of our Hearts.

Luke 19:28-19:40 | In preparation for Passover Jesus makes clear his messiahship and begins to inaugurate the kingdom of God. Jesus makes clear that his reign as king of kings is not of this world, but for the good of all who will believe and follow.

Genesis 16:1-16:16 | Does God always answer his promises? What happens when we have waited for a long time and still nothing seems to be happening? Sometimes God's plan involves a good deal of waiting but he is strengthening us throughout and promises that he is always with us.

Genesis 17:1-17:27 | The sign of the covenant with Abraham is circumcision because the promise centres around descendants. In circumcision, the foreskin is cut off to save the whole person from being cut off in judgment. On the cross, Jesus was cut off and bore the judgment that we deserved. Abraham's deeply personal, even painful obedience serves as a model of faith for us.

Genesis 16:1-16:16 | Faith is a dynamic experience that requires us to wait, trusting in the character of God, even when we are tempted to take matters into our own hands.

Genesis 15:1-15:21 | Genesis 15 is an incredible scene where God and Abram engage over Abram's fear and questions surrounding God's promises. Sounds a lot like my life. Maybe yours, too. God patiently answers Abram in a couple of beautiful visions. These visions also provide us with assurance for our faith, and encourage us to follow God, just as Abram did, however imperfectly.

Genesis 15:1-15:21 | What do we look to when it seems as though the promises of God aren't coming true? How can we be certain of what he says? God meets Abram in his worries and gives him a confirmation that what he promised will come true, both for Abram and for us!

Genesis 16:1-16:16 | Faith is a dynamic experience that requires us to wait, trusting in the character of God, even when we are tempted to take matters into our own hands.

Genesis 15:1-15:21 | Genesis 15 is an incredible scene where God and Abram engage over Abram's fear and questions surrounding God's promises. Sounds a lot like my life. Maybe yours, too. God patiently answers Abram in a couple of beautiful visions. These visions also provide us with assurance for our faith, and encourage us to follow God, just as Abram did, however imperfectly.

Genesis 14:1-14:24 | Kingship and priesthood are two offices that are unfamiliar in our culture. These roles played significant parts in the history of the Hebrew People and bring significant depth to our understanding of Jesus as King of Kings and High Priest. We find these ideas born in the story of Melchizedek.

Genesis 14:1-14:24 | Kingship and priesthood are two offices that are unfamiliar in our culture. These roles played significant parts in the history of the Hebrew People and bring significant depth to our understanding of Jesus as King of Kings and High Priest. We find these ideas born in the story of Melchizedek.

Genesis 13:1-13:18 | Genesis 13 is a case study in priorities. Abraham's nephew Lot prioritized the riches he could see and his own self-interest while Abraham prioritized the Kingdom of God and generosity ? being rich toward God and others. Which priorities better exemplify your approach to life

Genesis 14:1-14:24 | Kingship and priesthood are two offices that are unfamiliar in our culture. These roles played significant parts in the history of the Hebrew People and bring significant depth to our understanding of Jesus as King of Kings and High Priest. We find these ideas born in the story of Melchizedek.

Genesis 13:1-13:18 | Genesis 13 is a case study in priorities. Abraham's nephew Lot prioritized the riches he could see and his own self-interest while Abraham prioritized the Kingdom of God and generosity ? being rich toward God and others. Which priorities better exemplify your approach to life?

Genesis 12:10-12:20 | On the heels of incredible faith in the promises of God, Abraham's fear and unbelief drove him from the land of promise when difficulty came. Unlike Abraham (and us!), Jesus never tripped up when trials came. If you've put your faith in Jesus, He not only saves you but empowers you to live a life of faith.

Genesis 12:10-12:20 | What happens when your faith hero's fail in their faith? God uses the failure of Abram in order to teach us about our own walk with God, and where our true hope of forgiveness comes from.

Genesis 13:1-13:8 | Genesis 13 is a case study in priorities. Abraham's nephew Lot prioritized the riches he could see and his own self-interest while Abraham prioritized the Kingdom of God and generosity ? being rich toward God and others. Which priorities better exemplify your approach to life?

Genesis 11:27-12:9 | What does a promise to a man who lived 4000 years ago have to do with us? For over half the world's population, the answer is everything! God calls Abram to leave his land and family and so God begins his plan for how the entire world would be redeemed in Jesus Christ.

Genesis 12:10-12:20 | On the heels of incredible faith in the promises of God, Abraham's fear and unbelief drove him from the land of promise when difficulty came. Unlike Abraham (and us!), Jesus never tripped up when trials came. If you've put your faith in Jesus, He not only saves you but empowers you to live a life of faith.