Effective Life Ministry

One of the core characteristics of God is His omnipresence. Our God is always with us, faithful in every circumstance. But are we always with Him? Do we desire to draw near to God and seek His presence? Join Pastor Matthew in the first in a series of sermons about the importance of actively seeking God's presence.

We conclude our series in the Book of Esther by having a look at God's providence in saving the Jewish people through the wisdom and favour of Queen Esther and Mordecai. We will also see how, despite being unable to prevent Haman's order, that they were able to counteract its effects, foreshadowing Christ's work of salvation for His people.

In this edition of our Esther Series, Pastor Matthew will examine Haman's comeuppance as a result of his pride, as well as the challenges presented to Esther, Mordecai and King Xerxes in overruling the edict to annihilate the Jews.

We continue our series in the book of Esther as we seek to learn from Esther's courageous wisdom through her bold request to the king, Haman's downward trajectory caused by his ceaseless pride and God's sovereignty displayed by the king honouring Mordecai.

Esther 4 is a sad chapter: Mordecai and the Jewish people lament over the pronounced edict to annihilate all the Jews in the Persian province. Yet, in the face of deep crisis, Mordecai sees Esther's rise to royal position as an opportunity to serve a greater purpose. Join Pastor Matthew and see how we can learn to be people who shine boldly for Christ for such a time as this.

Promotions, plots, and pride take centre stage in the third part of our Esther Series as we are introduced to the villainous Haman. Join Pastor Matthew as he breaks down the significance of Haman's plot against Mordecai and the Jewish people.

Throughout the second chapter of the Book of Esther, it highlights how Esther won favour with everyone. How did she win favour with God and with man? How can we learn from Esther's example? Join us for part 2 in this series of sermons from Pastor Matthew Guest, examining Esther's pursuit of godly favour.

We are so excited to begin our new series on the Book of Esther! Join us for part one as Pastor Matthew begins to look at Esther's pursuit of favour, as well as setting the scene for the events that will unfold in this fascinating historical account.

With the Coronation of King Charles III fast approaching, Pastor Matthew will be looking at how Jesus Christ is the King of all kings and Lord of all Lords! In this sermon, you will see through Biblical genealogies and prophecies how the birth of Christ confirmed Jesus's identity as our natural king, our legal king, and most importantly of all, our divine king.

How do we react to life's disappointments? Is a long lasting illness the result of a lack of faith or spiritual attack? When everything around us appears to be going wrong, how do we find victory in a fallen world? Join Pastor Matthew for this important sermon, in which these questions will be answered through God's Word!

Pastor Matthew's Easter Message centres on answering an integral question to the Christian faith: "Why did Jesus have to die?" Through examining Old Testament prophecy and the Messianic qualifications, you will come to see that salvation from the curse of sin and death can only be found through the life, death, and glorious resurrection of Jesus Christ!

Matthew 15:21-28 is an often overlooked portion of Scripture within the Gospel narrative. It details the great faith displayed by a Canaanite woman. But what made this woman's faith great in the eyes of Jesus? Join Pastor Matthew to find out!

In these confusing and perilous times, we see that mankind is seeking to make a god in their own image in order to validate their identity and opinions. In this hour, the church needs to stand upon the inerrant word of God, speaking the truth in love. Please listen to this sermon and be equipped!

Jesus's encounter with the woman at the well is a powerful story within the Gospel of John. It is a powerful reminder that we can go to Jesus, who is the source of all life, to receive living water that never runs dry and always sustains us. Join Pastor Matthew for the inaugural sermon of a brand new fellowship: Singlewell Church!

As followers of Jesus Christ, we have received delegated authority in order to fulfil the will of God for our lives. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to walk in the freedom and liberty purchased for us through Christ. Be encouraged by this message from Pastor Matthew and see how we can take authority in every area of our lives under Jesus's kingship.

"Unless you understand the authority of the one who is above you, you will never understand the authority they delegate to you." Pastor Matthew will explore through this sermon the supremacy of Jesus over all creation, as well as the importance and benefits of submitting to Jesus's authority.

As we have now entered a new year, it is important for us to remember that our lives can change suddenly! Whether we face a medical diagnosis or receive a new job opportunity, we must ask ourselves if we are ready for sudden changes. Join Pastor Matthew Guest as he preaches on how the church is called to be alert and why we need to be prepared for anything.

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is a crucial reminder for all of us to put our trust in God in the midst of life's fiery furnaces. May your faith in Jesus be stirred up through this sermon from Pastor Matthew Guest.

Our freedom and liberty in Christ Jesus enables us to enjoy all that God has created. But what happens when we become enslaved to our joys? Like a lion left untamed, much damage can come if our desires are not Biblically aligned. In this sermon, Pastor Matthew will lay out some important principles from God's Word in order for us to tame our lions!

The Apostle Paul's journey to Rome was met with trials of various kinds. However, as you will see from this sermon from Pastor Matthew, despite the storms, shipwrecks and snakebites he encountered, Paul knew that God would preserve him through everything he faced.

Join Pastor Matthew in the beginning of this three-part series focusing on Acts 27-28 and the lessons we can learn from the Apostle Paul's final journey.

Every Sunday, Christians routinely gather together to attend church. But have we lost the reason as to why we attend church? Join Pastor Matthew as he explores the topic of why we go to the temple, and the purpose of the church.

Can a true Bible-believing Christian confess to have victory over sin, despite battling against sin? This is a difficult, and highly debated issue concerning the Christian life. Yet, as you will see from Pastor Matthew's sermon, you may find that the answer the Scriptures provide are more freeing than we expect.

In the final part of Pastor Matthew's series on the Lord's Prayer, he will focus on our struggle against temptation and how we can overcome the ploys of the evil one through our dependancy on Jesus Christ in prayer.

Why did Jesus teach on forgiveness in the middle of the Lord's Prayer? How can we be forgiven of our sins? Why is it vital for us to walk in forgiveness? Join Pastor Matthew as he teaches on an important tenet of the Christian faith.