City Base Church

In this preach, Dion van Breda reminds us that our lives leave a legacy for those who follow after us. Preaching from Joshua, we see that Joshua wanted the people to remember all that God had done for them, so that they would continue to follow Him faithfully even after Joshua was gone. Joshua 24: 1 - 18 (NIV) Then Joshua assembled all the tribes of Israel at Shechem. He summoned the elders, leade...

In this week's sermon, Dion van Breda shares some valuable lessons from the Book of James. We may go through hard things in life, but if we hold firm to our faith in God, He will use those times to build our faith, our character, and our maturity. James 1: 2 - 5 (NIV)Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[ a ] whenever you face trials of many kinds,  3  because you know that the testin...

This week, Dion van Breda reminds us that Jesus came to us as a humble servant, serving both the Father and the people He came into contact with. In the same way, we ought to serve others. Mark 9: 35 (NIV)Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.”

This week Dion van Breda reminds us of the importance of the ascension of Jesus Christ following His death and resurrection. Because of this we have hope in His return and our place in Heaven for eternity. Acts 1: 6 - 11 (NIV) Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7  He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or...

In today's sermon, Stephen King urges us to leave behind the sins and failings of our past, and press on to follow Christ wholeheartedly. Philippians 3: 7 - 14 (NIV) But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ.  8  What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I con...

In this week's sermon, Belinda van de Griendt teaches 7 lessons from 1 Kings that will show us how to live a life that pleases God.

Preaching from Matthew 15 this week, Dion van Breda teaches us that persistent faith pushes through barriers, no matter what our circumstances may be, and this faith pleases God. Matthew 15: 21 - 28 (NIV) The Faith of a Canaanite Woman 21  Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon.  22  A Canaanite woman from that vicinity came to him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have...

Teaching from Acts 4 this week, Dion van Breda reminds us the value of belonging to a small group (called a Life Group at City Base), that meets outside of our Sunday services. Acts 4: 32 - 35 NIV 32  All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.  33  With great power the apostles continued to testify ...

In this sermon, Dion van Breda looks at the various responses in Scripture to the resurrection of Jesus Christ - and what our response ought to be.

This Palm Sunday, Dion van Breda takes us through the arrest and trial of Jesus, which would lead Him to the cross. John 18: 1 - 12 (NIV) Jesus Arrested When He had finished praying, Jesus left with His disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was a garden, and He and His disciples went into it. 2  Now Judas, who betrayed Him, knew the place, because Jesus had often met the...

This week, Dion van Breda teaches from John 20 that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is at the heart of redemption, and the proof of the saving power of the cross. John 20: 1 – 10 1  Now on the first day of the week Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb.  2  So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple,...

In this sermon, Dion van Breda reminds us why the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is Good News for the whole world - because His death on the cross paid the price for our sins.

Today, Tony de Kock rounds out our Detox series with a reminder to pursue what is eternal, rather than what is merely temporary. But godliness with contentment is great gain.  7  For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.  8  But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.1 Timothy 6: 6 - 7 (NIV)

Using the example of David and Jonathan, today Stephen King talks about the importance of strong, healthy friendships for Believers. This is week 5 of our Detox preaching series. 1 Samuel 23: 1 5 - 18 (NIV)While David was at Horesh in the Desert of Ziph, he learned that Saul had come out to take his life.  16  And Saul’s son Jonathan went to David at Horesh and helped him find strength in God.  17...

In this week's sermon, Alex Becker continues our Detox series. Preaching from Romans 12, he reminds us that every thing we do, every word we speak, and every decision we make, comes from our thinking. The Lord can - and wants to - renew and detox our minds by changing our thinking. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be ab...

In today's preach, Alex Becker reminds us about why, how, and where we go for the sake of the Gospel. 16  Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go.  17  When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted.  18  Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.  19  Therefore go and make disciples...

In week 3 of our Detox series, Lauren van Breda teaches us that tending our souls is our responsibility. What we do in our private thought lives determines what our public lives will be like. Proverbs 4: 23 (NIV) Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.

In today's sermon, Mauritz Deminey continues preaching in our Detox series. This week, we look at Detoxing our bodies.

Kicking off our Detox preaching series, Dion van Breda teaches that every Believer is in a "race" to become more like Christ, and that we need to throw off the entanglement of sin to run it well. Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race ma...

Teaching from Hebrews 11: 1 - 2, Dion van Breda reminds us that faith that doesn't act isn't really faith at all. But when our foundation is Jesus, we can stand even when the storms of life rage against us. Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.  2  This is what the ancients were commended for. Hebrews 11: 1 - 2 (NIV)

Dion van Breda teaches from Ephesians 3 this week, and he shares how under the banner of Jesus Christ, Jewish and Gentile believers become one people. As a result, we have the privilege of sharing the Good News of the goodness, love, and mercy of God to all people everywhere. Ephesians 3: 1 - 6 (NIV) God’s Marvelous Plan for the Gentiles For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for th...

Continuing our series through the Book of Ephesians, Dion van Breda teaches that God wants us to be dependent on Him, the way that a child is dependent on their human father. Our whole lives need to be built on the foundation of Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2: 15 - 21 (NIV)His purpose was to create in himself one new humanity out of the two, thus making peace,  16  and in one body to reconcile both of...

In today's sermon, Dumisane Gxeko preaches from Matthew 4 that when the Devil tries to tempt us, he challenges our identity in Christ. He tempts us to focus on ourselves, and neglect our divine appointment from the Lord. If we stand firm and refuse to take the bait, we are empowered to fulfill the calling of God in our lives. Matthew 4: 1 - 7 (NIV) Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wil...

Preaching from Isaiah 40 and Psalm 121 this week, Dion van Breda reminds us that while struggles and challenges will come our way, our hope is in the Person of Jesus Christ, who is unchanging and unchangeable. Other things may bring us temporary pleasure of relief from our fear and anxiety, but when we abide in Christ we find true hope and lasting peace. Isaiah 40: 28 - 31 Do you not know?     Hav...

Preaching from Isaiah, David Howett explains how Bible prophecy is different from any other kind of writing, because it reveals God's unchanging plan from the beginning of the world. And Jesus fulfils these prophecies completely! Isaiah 46: 8 - 13 (NIV) “Remember this, keep it in mind,     take it to heart, you rebels. 9  Remember the former things, those of long ago;     I am God, and there i...