Orewa Baptist Sermons

Listen in to Andre Basel's message from this past Sunday as he shares a message about David.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

We move into the 30th Week of the Matthew Series, with Jannick Henry bringing the message from chapter 19:13-30. Jannick discussed Jesus' encounter with the rich young ruler. He highlighted the earnestness of the rich man, and the connection between Jesus' encounter with the children (v13-15) and this story. Listen in to this week's message! OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org...

Derek Christensen tackles Matthew 18:21-35 as we dive back into the Matthew Series. He emphasizes the importance of the impossible debt that was forgiven, and how important it is to read the parable in the context of God's grace towards us.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Pastor Johney Kumar, a visiting pastor from India shares testimonies about God's faithfulness in his life. An encouraging and humbling message.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week covers the entirety of Matthew 18. A lot was discussed and unpacked. Pastor Mark explores the guidelines that Jesus outlines for conflict resolution and the importance of forgiveness. This among other things is discussed.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Pastor Mark looks back on the Old Testament this week with the stories that connect to the Transfiguration and reinforce its significance. This event validates Jesus' divine identity, confirming fulfilment of Old Testament prophecy. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

We celebrated Pentecost Sunday by reading Acts 2:1-21. Pastor Mark talks on Old Testament events that reflects God's redeeming work at the arrival of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Pastor Mark presents the latter section in Matthew chapter 16. Jesus shares the well-known idea that in seeking your life, you will lose it, but those who choose to lose their lives for Jesus' sake will find it (verses 24-25). Pastor Mark discusses the lie of striving to earn the acceptance into the Kingdom of God.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www...

This week we move into Week 25 of The Matthew Series. Listen in to this week's message on Matthew 16:1-20.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Pastor Mark takes us through the rest of Matthew chapter 15 this week. He dives into the important link between the Jewish people (Jesus' first mission) and the Gentile people both having the invitation of a feast. Other important points were discussed in this week's message, as we close chapter 15.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.co...

We jump back into Matthew this week, after the Easter Period. We started Matthew 15 where Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for the way they supplemented God's Law with their own tradition. Pastor Mark explores the dangers that come from man made traditions being held as equal with God's Law; and the true intent that God desired in giving us The Law. Listen in for an illuminating exploration o...

He is Risen! This message focuses on the easter story with The Garden  in mind. This picture of a garden is woven all throughout scripture. Pastor Mark shares how it intertwines with the resurrection story.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Today we reflect on Matthew 21, where Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem is revealed. Ps Mark also drew us deeper into 2 Samuel, helping us see the bigger picture—how God’s promises and kingdom thread through Scripture, pointing to this very moment. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

We’re so grateful to have had Pete Higham share a message yesterday on living with intentionality. He unpacked what Scripture says about living intentionally and the importance of it.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week on The Matthew Series , Pastor Mark takes us to Matthew 14, exploring how the chapter repeatedly shows Jesus being misunderstood or misidentified. Through these moments, he highlights how the passage ultimately reveals who Jesus truly is. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week we pick up in the Matthew Series again. Pastor Mark discusses the parable of The Sower and The Seed , and its relevance to The Kingdom of Heaven.  Be encouraged and blessed by this message.   OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Listen to Week 20 of The Matthew Series. Pastor Mark discusses Matthew 12:1-14 and dives into the importance of the Sabbath in the context of God's ideal for His people to live in rest with Him.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Week 19 of The Matthew Series. Pastor Mark covers verses 7-30 of chapter 11. Have a listen! OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week we jump back into The Matthew Series! Pastor Mark dives back into the gospel as told by Matthew. He picks back up in Chapter 11:1-6.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week Pastor Mark is back and takes us through the Vision & Mission of Orewa Baptist. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Derek Christensen explores the beginning of Revelation 4. He identifies the context, purpose and theme of this important passage and the encouragement we can take from it.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

Luke Wesbonk delves into the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18:9–14), challenging our preconceived ideas about the characters and their roles. Through this, he uncovers why Jesus told this parable and the truth it communicates. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

This week, we begin our Summer Short Series. We hear from a Panel of church congregants as they testify to God's hand at work in their lives during 2025.  OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082

In this episode, Harry Coe shares an important message on Love in the 4th week of Advent. OBC website: https://www.orewabaptist.org.nz OBC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@orewabaptistchurch6082