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This week, join Rev Phil Court as we take a look at Psalms 84:1-12 and Philippians 4:4-13 in a sermon titled "The Gift That Keeps on Giving"

We live in an uncertain world facing an uncertain future. In many places Christians face attacks from without and compromises from within. The book of Revelation provides hope and comfort assuring us that God is in control. As we here at Scots' welcome back Rev Mike Raiter, please join us in taking a look at Revelations 4 and 5 together in a sermon titled "God Will Win"!

As Stephen concludes the speech in his own defence, he reminds the Jewish Council that Idolatry is always disastrous, no matter what shape the idol. Israel has a bad track record - they’ve always been inclined to worship the things they’ve made, whether a golden calf in the wilderness, or a temple building in Jerusalem. Join us as we take a look at Acts 7:39-8:1 together in a sermon titled "D...

As Stephen continues his defence speech to the Sanhedrin Council, he points out that the nation of Israel has a poor track record when it comes to listening to the ones God sends to rescue them - as shown in the story of Moses, their great lawgiver. “It’s one thing to pay lip service to God’s law and another thing altogether to serve him from the heart,” says Stephen - as shown by Israel’s refusal...

After he is arrested, Stephen’s defence speech pushes back on his hard hearted Israelite opponents. They’re simply doing what they’ve always done, by opposing those God sends to save them. Opposing God’s saviour is never a smart option… why do we keep doing it? Join us as we take a look at Acts 6:8-7:18 together in a sermon titled "Don’t Bite the Hand that Feeds You!".

Having survived the Devil’s onslaught of deception and duress, the infant church now faces the dangers of division and diversion. The apostles find new ways to keep focused on their mission, while prioritising practical care as well. Can we? Join us as we take a look at Acts 6:1-7 together in a sermon titled "Maintaining Our Mission".

Alanis Morissette’s song “Ironic” has often been criticised for the way it misunderstands irony. Our author Luke, though, shows us multiple layers of irony as the authorities seek to quash the message of Jesus - their efforts are almost laughable, because the message of the ‘new covenant in his blood’ is unstoppable. Join us in taking a look at Acts 5:17-43 together in "Mission Impossible? Me...

At a time when the fresh new church was sharing everything so that nobody was in need, one couple saw an opportunity to shine. But somehow, they completely missed the point – with disastrous consequences. Maybe money and hypocrisy are still the Devil’s favourite weapons today? Join us as we take a look at Acts 4:32-5:14 together in a sermon titled “Dumb Ways to Die”.

What’s in a name? Quite a lot, if that name is “Jesus Christ of Nazareth.” That’s the name the Apostles are proclaiming, that’s the name that raised the crippled man from his mat, and that’s the name the Jewish leaders are desperate to see silenced. But Peter and John are convinced that’s the only name we need - and so they boldly continue to proclaim it. Join us as we take a look at Acts 4:5-31 t...

With the launch of the first century church, the Apostles immediately find themselves at the centre of a storm. In the name of Jesus, they raise a beggar from his mat, reminding the crowd that God raised Jesus from death in the same way. But if that’s true, there are big implications - which soon leads to trouble! Join us as we take a look at Acts 3:1-4:4 together in a sermon titled "Standing...

Join us in welcoming Rev Phil Court back as we take a look at Psalm 116:1-9, Mark 4:30-32 together in a sermon titled "Our shelter from the stormy blast".

When the coronation crowd said “Long Live King Charles, may he live forever” nobody was thinking he actually will. But what if there really was an imperishable King? How would it affect our expectations, and the way we lived? That’s the radical question at the heart of the first ever public Christian sermon from the Apostle Peter. Join us as we take a look at Acts 2:14-47 together in a sermon titl...

The remarkable events of the Day of Pentecost are the dramatic launch of God’s rescue mission to all the nations of the world. The dramatic arrival of the Spirit signals it’s time to get the message out. But as usual, response to the good news varies - much as it does today. Join us as we take a look at Acts 2:1-13 together in a sermon titled "Tongues of Fire, Tongues of Men".

When the Apostles had a job vacancy, they were looking for a candidate with very specific experience - you had to be a first hand witness of the resurrected Jesus. That gives us a clue as to the awkward truth at the heart of the Christian message. Join us as we take a look at Acts 1:12-27 together in a sermon titled "Position Vacant - Resurrection Witness".

Is the Kingdom of God just a Kingdom for Israel? Or is it something much bigger and better? As he opens the sequel to his gospel, Luke takes us back to the launch of the campaign that announces the reign of King Jesus to all the world. Join us as we take a look at Acts 1:1-11 together in a sermon titled "The King of the World".

Join us in welcoming Rev Phil Court back as our guest minister this week, as we take a look at Luke 24:13-35 together in a sermon titled “Burning Hearts and Broken Bread”!

With the Coronation of King Charles III just around the corner, we’re caught up in the story of an even better Coronation with the unfolding of Easter. Jesus has been dressed as a mock-King before his crucifixion, but now, at the point of his resurrection, the truth of his Kingship is on display. Join us this Easter Sunday as we take a look at Luke 24 in "Long Live the King" the final se...

Abuse of Jesus is nothing new. The crowds around him laughed, and said “If he’s the anointed King he thinks he is, why doesn’t God save him?” True - it’s hard to discern a real King in the midst of such apparent humiliation. Only one man could see it clearly - the criminal on the cross right beside him. The reality is, this is a Kingdom of forgiveness, not payback; and we’re called to join it. Joi...

The people, the powers, and the law discard Jesus and condemn him to death. They dispense with the gift of life. But Jesus is actually delivering himself over to death for the sake of humankind, trusting that Father will restore him. Jesus Christ, the gift of life, is discarded and gives us a glimpse of restoration. Join us and our guest Minister Rev Dr Arthur Keefer as we take a look at Luke 23:1...

What do you value? Most of us, to be honest, just like to fit in with the crowd and be comfortable. When it turns out that following Jesus has a cost involved, both Judas and Peter choose to opt out rather than remain loyal. How is it with you? Join us as we take a look at select passages from Luke 22 in "The King Betrayed, the King Denied" the second sermon in our Easter series in Luke&...

As we approach the Easter Season, we’ll be following the steps of Jesus as he comes to Jerusalem, first to a rapturous welcome, but then to rejection, betrayal and death. Ultimately, it’s going to be a strangely converse Coronation… one that calls for loyalty to a different kind of King. Join us as we take a look at Luke 19:28-40 in "Welcoming the King" the first sermon in our Easter ser...

Join us as we take a look at Mark 5:1-20 in "Distress and Comfort", a sermon delivered by Rev Phil Court!

Rev Phil Court is back with us this week on our Communion service as Rev Phil Campbell is away on a much-deserved break. Join us as we take a look at Mark 3:20-21 and 31-35 and Mark 12:28-34 in "Family Values".

Prayers, Patience and Perseverance in James 5:7-20 When you’re waiting for the drought to break it’s hard to be cheerful. But as James concludes his letter, that’s exactly what he calls us to be, as we wait for final justice at the coming of the Lord. Join us as we take a look at James 5:7-20 in "Waiting For Rain".

If God was an American, would he vote Republican, or Democrat? Is he on the side of business, or the worker? The answer might surprise you, as James gives us a God’s-eye view of the arrogant entrepreneur and the oppressed labourer. There are some encouragements and warnings for all of us. Join us as we take a look at Leviticus 19:9-18 and James 4:13-5:6 in "Blue-Collar God".