Open Arms Church

What do you do when God seems silent? Looking at the faith of the Syrophoenician woman in Mark 7, we discover that real faith keeps trusting, praying, and staying close to Jesus even in seasons of waiting. God's delays are not His absence, and sometimes the greatest miracle is the grace to keep going.

What does it mean to join God's mission? In this episode, we explore Paul's life-changing encounter with Jesus and the Great Commission, discovering how God calls ordinary people to share the hope of the gospel with the world.  

In this message, Pastor Patrick Bayo explores the danger of spiritual perversion and the importance of remaining faithful to God’s truth. Drawing from Acts chapter 13 and Genesis 3, he examines how deception distorts God’s Word and leads people away from His purpose. Through the examples of Elymas the sorcerer and the fall of Adam and Eve, this sermon challenges believers to discern truth from lie...

In this message from Acts 9, we follow Saul’s journey on the road to Damascus and discover how an encounter with Jesus can completely change a life. From persecution to purpose, Saul’s story reminds us that God can redirect anyone through His grace, power, and calling. A powerful message on surrender, transformation, and the life-changing power of the Holy Spirit.

In this message from the “Revival to Revolution” series, Pastor Brian explores Acts 8:26–40 and the story of Philip and the Ethiopian official. As culture searches again for meaning, spirituality, and hope, this message reminds us that the Gospel still meets people with open arms. Discover how God calls us to “go to one,” why the door to faith is already open for many people, and how the good news...

Pastor John shares a powerful message from Acts 6–7 on “The God Who Is There.” Through Stephen’s defence before the Sanhedrin, we are reminded that God is not confined to a building or tradition, He is present with His people everywhere. Discover how the Holy Spirit helps us become aware of God’s presence in every moment and why faith is always about Jesus, not just the packaging.

In this message, Ps. Alan unpacks the true meaning of the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. From creation to the fall, from sin to salvation, this sermon explains why the world is broken and how God has made a way to restore us through His Son. Discover how sin separates us from God, why the cross was necessary, and how Jesus’ death and resurrection bring forgiveness, freedom, and new life. T...

In this message from Luke 24, we follow the journey of two disciples who had lost all hope, until they encountered the risen Jesus. What once felt like confusion, disappointment, and despair is transformed as Christ restores what was broken. This sermon explores how hope can lose its goal, pathway, meaning, and support, but how Jesus meets us in those moments to rebuild and renew. He doesn’t just...

In this message from Acts 6, we see how the early church stayed focused on what mattered most in the midst of growth, pressure, and distraction. As challenges arose, they remained committed to prayer and the Word. This sermon reminds us that true impact comes from a life marked by God’s grace, power, and wisdom, living out a faith that is both Spirit-filled and active. A simple but powerful call t...

In this message, Ps. Brian Somerville challenges us to confront the gap between how our faith appears and how it truly is. Drawing from Joshua 7 and Acts 5, we see how hidden sin can affect not just our lives, but the whole community. This sermon calls us to live with honesty before God, naming our truth, confessing what’s hidden, and rooting our identity in Christ. A powerful reminder that real f...

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Ephesians 5:21–33 and the beautiful picture of Christ’s relationship with His church. Using the example of marriage, we see how Jesus lovingly leads, saves, and sacrifices Himself for His people. This sermon highlights Christ as the head of the church, the one who gave Himself to redeem and restore His people, and the one who continues to care for and streng...

In this message from Acts 4, we see how the early church faced opposition yet continued to grow with boldness and power. When Peter and John are challenged for preaching in the name of Jesus, they refuse to stay silent, declaring that salvation is found in no one else. This sermon highlights how courage comes from being with Jesus, how pressure drives the church to prayer, and how unity releases G...

From Acts 3, this message shows how a Spirit-empowered church moves from revival to action. A man lame from birth is healed in the name of Jesus, shifting the atmosphere from paralysis to praise. The miracle becomes a message, calling people to repent and experience times of refreshing from the Lord. A powerful reminder that what we carry in Christ is greater than silver or gold. It’s time to rise...

In this message from Acts 2, we see how the Holy Spirit transforms ordinary, burdened people into bold and empowered witnesses. The wind brings power, the fire brings purity, and the Spirit gives purpose. This sermon reminds us that we don’t need more effort, we need more of the Spirit. A clear call to be filled, refined, and empowered to build bridges and live on mission for God.

In this message, Ps. Brian unpacks Acts 2 and shows why Pentecost is not just a historical moment, but a power we can trust today. Rooted in the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, Pentecost reveals how the exalted Christ pours out His Spirit and remains actively present in the world. From the cross that removes guilt, to the resurrection that defeats death, to the ascension that establishes Chri...

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Acts 1–2 and the promise of the Holy Spirit poured out at Pentecost. From the sound of rushing wind to tongues of fire, we see how ordinary believers were filled, empowered, and set ablaze for God’s purposes. This sermon explores what it means to be baptised with the Holy Spirit and fire, refined, ignited, and equipped to shine. With a clear call to Repent,...

This message launches the new series The Church – From Revival to Revolution, exploring the birth of the Church and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Acts 1–2, we see how Jesus prepared His disciples to move from waiting to witnessing, from revival to revolution, through the baptism and power of the Holy Spirit. This sermon unpacks God’s redemptive timeline, the promise of th...

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Jesus’ words to the church in Laodicea, challenging us to confront lukewarm faith and spiritual complacency. Drawing from Revelation 3:14–21, this sermon calls the Church to repent, run after God with renewed passion, recognise His voice, and open the door to deeper fellowship with Him. A stirring reminder that we are called to live refined, restored, and fu...

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth explore what it truly means to honour God by giving Him our first and best. Drawing from Genesis 4, Proverbs 3, and Matthew 6, this teaching reveals that generosity is not just about what we give, but the context of our heart and the priority we place on God in our lives. Through the story of Cain and Abel, we see that giving God our first requires faith, reflects o...

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth explores the heart of generosity and how it brings breakthrough by enlarging our world. Drawing from Proverbs 11:24–25 and 2 Corinthians 9:6, he shows that generosity is not limited to finances, but is a posture of spirit, speech, and action, expressed through our time, talents, resources, and words. This short message encourages us to sow generously, bless others,...

In this message, Pastor Brian Somerville explores the active nature of God’s love revealed in the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Scripture, he shows how divine love is not passive or abstract, but purposeful and costly—love that steps down from heaven, steps into our world, and ultimately steps up in victory.

Hope can feel fragile when prayers go unanswered and waiting feels endless. In this Advent message on Hope, Ps. Josh Hall explores Luke 1 through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth. Learn how biblical hope is formed by staying in the pain, praying through disappointment, and ultimately seeing Jesus. Discover how God works in the waiting and why hope is reborn when we trust His promises.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus with no reservations? In this message, Ps. Larry Brey explores powerful moments from the Gospels where Jesus calls people to radical obedience, deep faith, and wholehearted commitment. From miraculous healing to costly discipleship, this teaching challenges us to go all in with Jesus, trusting His word, surrendering comfort, and following Him wherever He le...

In this message from The Journey of Jesus series, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Matthew 28:1–10 to show that Jesus Himself is our joy. Our joy isn’t anchored in circumstance but in Christ, the One who redeems our past, strengthens us in the present, and calls us forward into His purpose. Through Philippians 3 and 4, we’re reminded to press on, pursue His call, and share the joy of Jesus with others.

In this message, Ps. Sean Booth unpacks Matthew 27:45–54 and the power of the cross, where darkness fell, the veil tore, and Jesus declared the saving work finished. At the cross, sin is judged, freedom is won, and grace, healing, and hope are released. Through Christ’s sacrifice we are forgiven, restored, and invited to live in the fullness of God’s presence.