Frankston Presbyterian Church

Genesis 5 is marked by a sobering refrain: “and he died.” Why is death such a universal problem, and what does it reveal about humanity’s deeper predicament? As we trace this genealogy from Adam onwards, we’ll see how death points us to our need for rescue and God’s promise of life.

Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven…” This Sunday, we explore the sobering words of Jesus in Matthew 7:21-23. We’ll examine why some religious people whose good works in life were exemplary will nevertheless be turned away on the Day of Judgment.

Proverbs famously warns that pride leads to destruction. But what is pride really? How is it destructive? And how can we escape the endless need to prove that we matter? Proverbs points us to a surprising answer: true glory is not achieved, but received.

What happens when we realise just how serious our sin is? How should we respond to our guilt? What does genuine repentance look like? And is restoration really possible after a terrible fall? As we explore David’s prayer in Psalm 51, we’ll learn what repentance involves and why God’s mercy gives us hope.

What kind of life is truly worth living? Psalm 1 shows two very different ways of going about life, one rooted in God’s word, the other going its own way without him. Which one truly satisfies? Which one will ultimately stand? Which one describes you?

Why do we get angry? Is anger always sinful? And how can we learn to respond wisely when we are hurt, frustrated or offended? This Sunday, we’ll explore what Proverbs teaches about anger, what our anger reveals about our hearts, and how God’s grace in Christ enables us to become slow to anger.

What responsibility do dads have for the faith and character of their children? And what happens when our children don’t turn out as we hoped? This Father’s Day, we’ll turn to Proverbs to consider what it means to be a wise father—and why our ultimate hope is in our heavenly Father.

We all want to be wise with money—but what does that actually mean? Proverbs shows us that financial wisdom goes far deeper than budgeting, saving and investing. The way we handle money can reveal our hearts, shape our lives and even endanger our souls. So what does true wisdom look like?

We all know the regret of saying something we wish we could take back. But why do our words have such power? What makes some words wise and others destructive? And can we actually learn to speak differently? Proverbs has a lot to say about the words we speak—and the heart behind them.

What does it mean to live wisely? Proverbs introduces us to a wisdom that begins not with cleverness or experience, but with the fear of the Lord. In Proverbs 1:1-7, we discover what biblical wisdom is, who needs it, and why humility before God is the foundation for a life well lived.

The book of Ruth ends with a wedding, a baby, and a family restored. But the book's greatest surprise comes in its final verses, where God reveals that this ordinary family's story is part of his extraordinary plan to bring the King—and the Saviour—the world desperately needs.

What does God's redeeming kindness look like? Ruth 3 takes us to a midnight meeting where a bold request is met with a costly promise. Through Boaz, we glimpse the Redeemer who willingly bears our debt and brings the empty into the fullness of his grace.

What will you find when you return to God? Ruth 2 answers with a beautiful picture of His unexpected kindness. Through quiet providence and surprising generosity, God begins to turn Naomi’s emptiness into hope and shows Ruth the grace found in refuge under his wings.

What does it look like to return to God after wandering, suffering or loss? In Ruth 1:6-22, the stories of Naomi, Orpah and Ruth reveal the cost, the hope and the struggle of returning to the Lord—and the unexpected kindness that meets us there.

What happens when life falls apart and God seems far away? As we begin our new series, Ruth 1:1-6 takes us into a story of famine, loss and devastation—and begins to reveal the unexpected kindness of God for those who feel far from him.

How can we be confident that God hears and answers our prayers? In Psalm 17, David prays with remarkable assurance. As we explore this psalm together, we'll discover how those who trust in Christ become the apple of God's eye and can approach God with confidence.

As Peter concludes his letter, he gives a final call to embrace the path Christ walked—from suffering to glory. This sermon considers the three charges: be humble under God’s mighty hand, be on guard against the devil, and be assured of God’s grace.

How does Jesus care for his people as they journey through this world toward glory? In 1 Peter 5:1-5, Peter reminds us that the Chief Shepherd has not abandoned his flock. Christ provides shepherds to lead, feed, and protect his people, and calls his church to humble submission and mutual care.

Most of us assume suffering is something to avoid. But what if some suffering is a mark of belonging to Christ? In 1 Peter 4:12-19, Peter helps believers understand the purpose of suffering, the privilege of bearing Christ's name, and the confidence that comes from trusting a faithful Creator.

What defines your life—your past, your culture, or your Saviour? In 1 Peter 4:1–6, Peter shows that Christ’s suffering for our sin reshapes our identity and allegiance. Christians no longer live for old desires but for God’s will, even when that change brings opposition, rejection, and social cost.

What defines your life—your past, your culture, or your Saviour? In 1 Peter 4:1–6, Peter shows that Christ’s suffering for our sin reshapes our identity and allegiance. Christians no longer live for old desires but for God’s will, even when that change brings opposition, rejection, and social cost.

What do we do when faithfulness to Christ costs us? The temptation is to retaliate, withdraw, compromise, or fall silent — reactions driven by fear. But 1 Peter 3:8-22 calls us to something better. Because Christ has suffered and now reigns, his followers are to live, speak, and endure with confident hope.

1 Peter 3:1-7 speaks into the heart of Christian marriage. How does the gospel shape husbands and wives? We’ll see how Christ transforms our conduct, redefines true beauty, and calls us to live together in a way that displays grace to a watching world.

1 Peter 2:18-25 speaks into the reality of unjust suffering. How do we respond when treated unfairly? We’ll see how the gospel shapes our endurance—enabling us to rest in God’s approval, follow Christ’s example, and display the reality of Jesus to a watching world.

Death feels inevitable. But what if resurrection is just as certain? In 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, we see that because Jesus is the first fruits, the second Adam, and rose on the third day, his resurrection guarantees ours. The risen Christ makes our future rising not wishful thinking—but inevitable.