Morrinsville Baptist Church

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Foster teaches from Matthew 13 about what is to listen and understand. This was recorded for Church Online. I pray that this message is a blessing for you.

In this series, we hear stories from our MBC family. In this episode we hear a short testimony of the amazing way God cares about the small details of our lives. Helen Stevens shares a story from last week where God provided help in a miraculous way.

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Richard Birt continues our teaching from Matthew chapter 12:38-50 as part of our online service.

This is our third week with Church Online and Richard shares with us Seven Characteristics of a healthy church as found in Acts 2:42-47. These characteristics are that we should be a Learning Church; a Friendly Church; a Church Energised - Breaking Bread/ Prayer; a Church empowered by the Holy Spirit; a Church marked by Generosity; a Church marked with Joy; and a Church marked by Evangelism.

In this series, we hear stories from our MBC family. In this episode we hear the powerful testimony of God's work in Richard's life in overcoming his smoking addiction all while a deeper, inner healing was taking place.

In this series, we hear stories from our MBC family. In this episode we hear the inspiring testimony of how God brought Sunil and Romeena together. A story that spans the length of the globe! This is an incredible story that will certainly leave you in awe of our incredible God!

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Richard teaches from the second half of Matthew 12 including discussion on blasphemy of the Holy Spirit. This was recorded for Church Online. I pray that this message is a blessing for you.

In our tenth episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture" we look at unpacking this question: What does the phrase 'last days' mean? If this is your first time tuning in to this series, I would encourage you to listen to the last 8 episodes or at least the recap from episode 7. These sessions are discussed around tables. In most situations, contributions are made through a microphone but on the o...

Join us in this episode as we hear from guest speakers David & Greta Peters of SpiritLife Ministries. Greta speaks prophetically at the time we are facing now as a country and as a church and David speaks about the incredible influence of that little word 'but' I would encourage you to look through the resources available on their website that give excellent teaching on the Holy Spirit, Spirit...

In our ninth episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture" we look at one of the big themes of the Bible, the Kingdom of God, which was central to Jesus' life, ministry and mission. If this is your first time tuning in to this series, I would encourage you to listen to the last 8 episodes or at least the recap from episode 7. These sessions are discussed around tables. In most situations, contribu...

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Tom unpacks the heart of God's designed Sabbath rest by looking at Sabbath in creation, the 10 Commandments, Matthew 12 and how we can find true rest today. Unfortunately the recording is a bit scratchy but hopefully that is not too distracting.

Join us as we celebrate the baptism of one of our church family members and the dedication of two young children. This week Richard talks briefly on baptism and walks through reasons why Christians should be baptised. This is a great message on a wonderful day. There were a few technical difficulties so there may be some variations in volume and the odd section missing. 

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week we have an excellent and challenging message from Dave Johns. Dave leads us through Matthew 11.

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Richard spoke from Matthew 10:16-42 and unpacked some difficult and challenging verses on the Mission of the Kingdom and what it means to have courage to follow Jesus' call.

In our eighth episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture" Richard leads us as we start our look at the Big Picture of the New Testament. If this is your first time tuning in to this series, I would encourage you to listen to the last 7 episodes or at least the recap from episodes 7. These sessions are discussed around tables. In most situations, contributions are made through a microphone but on...

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week we had the privilege of hearing from a special guest, Darren Smith. Darren delivered a challenging message from Matthew 9:35-10:16 about the practical compassion of Christ revealed in these verses and what our response should be.

In this episode, we take a short break from our series in the Gospel of Matthew to celebrate the baptism of two of our church family. In this short message, Richard explores the question, 'Why Baptism?'

In our seventh episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture" Richard leads us through a recap of the Big Picture of the Old Testament and a time of Q&A. It doesn't matter if you have missed previous episodes, as it's a good opportunity to join in with the recap of teachings / discussions from previous weeks before we start on the New Testament. These sessions are discussed around tables. In mo...

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Richard Birt continues our teaching from Matthew chapter 9:1-34.

It was an absolute privilege to have Alan Davey share with us his 'Living Well' seminar. This is a MUST LISTEN for all .  What hurts more - a broken arm or a broken heart? When Jesus began His ministry, He read from Isaiah 61:1 where it says, The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenheart...

Here is the discussion Richard led in the sixth episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture.' This week we discuss the Israelites division and fall into exile. Also discussion on the chronology of the Old Testament and why the books appear in the order they do. These sessions are discussed around tables. In most situations, contributions are made through a microphone but on the odd occasion it ca...

Join us as we continue to walk through a series of teachings in the Gospel of Matthew. This week Tom Chapman-Smith continues our teaching from Matthew 8:23-34 looking at fear and faith and the authority that Jesus has over all things.

Here is the discussion Richard led in the fifth episode of "Grasping the Bible's BIG Picture.' This week we discuss the Israelites experiencing God's blessing and grace as they enter the Promised Land and how that points to Jesus. These sessions are discussed around tables. In most situations, contributions are made through a microphone but on the odd occasion it can be difficult to hear.

Join us this week with Alan Davey's  message titled, "Trust in Me [Jesus]... It's easier said than done" which he shared during our Family Service on Sunday. This is a challenging message that is relevant for all who hear. Alan finishes this message with a time of communion.

Join Richard as he leads us through our Night Service series called 'Grasping the Bible's Big Picture.' We walk through this series with a desire to grow in our knowledge of the bible and to strengthen our foundations. Over the next few weeks, we will walk our way through the Bible looking at the 'Big Picture' and God's beautiful plan. These services are interactive and some of the audio may be di...