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Paul opens his letter to the Philippians with thanksgiving – and he’s thankful for a very specific thing. He doesn’t see the Christians in Philippi as his customers or clients; they’re not an audience at a performance. Instead, they have shown themselves to be his partners in the gospel. In other words, they join him in the risk and the cost of proclaiming the name of Jesus Christ, the founder and...

It’s odd that Christians are so often criticised for being judgmental when we’re so clearly told not to be. Curiously, though, while the idea of God’s judgement is out of fashion, it’s trusting in his final justice that frees us from the need to constantly judge one another. Join us as we take a look at James 4:1-12 in "A Matter of Judgement".

According to James, the human tongue simply can’t be tamed – much like a cat. It causes all sorts of problems, fights, and quarrels; it lights uncontrollable bush-fires with its venom-filled lash. But what’s the real problem? Is it our tongues, or what lies deeper in our being? Join us as we take a look at a selection of passages from Proverbs 15 and James 3:1-18 in "Taming the Tongue".

Do you think faith is a private, invisible thing, that’s all about believing the right stuff? Think again, says James! A living faith will change the way you think, and also change the way you act - and that should be very visible to everyone! Join us this Sunday as we take a look at Isaiah 58:1-11 and James 2:14-26 in "Living Faith".

It’s easy to be fooled by the ‘appearance’ of glory – we’re impressed by sleek cars, the latest tech, fine fashion, and expensive jewellery. But when our loyalty is unflinchingly focused on Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, things should change – especially when it comes to the way we evaluate the true worth of the people we mix with.  Join us as we take a look at Leviticus 19:15–18 and James...

Are you ‘religious’? Your reaction to that question will vary according to your definition of the term. For James, claims of ‘religion’ that don’t affect the way we live and our passion to care for the poor and struggling are worthless.  Join us as we take a look at Deuteronomy 24:17-22 and James 1:19-27 in "See, Hear, Do".

As we enter a new year we’re taking a look at the letter of James, brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem Church. It’s a letter full of practical advice about living lives of loyal allegiance to Jesus – and step one is, stay loyal, even when things are tough.

Listen back to our Christmas Day sermon " For to Us a Son is Given " as we take a look at Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 1:26-34 and 1:67-80 with Rev Phil Campbell.

Listen back to Scots' Church Christmas Eve service's sermon "It's Christmas, Eve!" delivered by Rev Phil Campbell, with readings based on Genesis 3:1-7, 14-15, Luke's gospel chapter 1:26-38 as well as Luke 2:25-34.

On this final episode of the three-part series on "The Fruit of the Spirit", join us as Rev Mike Raiter talks about one of the Fruit of the Spirit: Joy and the importance of being a joyful Christian. Accompaniment readings are from Psalm 96 and Matthew 25:14-30.

Listen back to the interview conducted on Sunday 11 December '22 by Rev Phil Court with Harrison Sawyer, an RMIT Christian Union Worker who's been sponsored by Scots' Church in his apprenticeship where Harrison briefly talked about his work, and future plans on how to better lead the younger generation on the path to Christian life as a shepherd in God's flock!

This week, join Rev Mike Raiter for part 2 of The Fruit of The Spirit series as we take a look at Zechariah 9:9-13 and Matthew 11:20-30 in "Gentleness"

For the next three Sundays, Scots' is privileged to welcome a familiar face back as a guest minister: Rev Mike Raiter! He will be preaching a three-part series on "The Fruit of the Spirit". For part 1 this Sunday 11 AM as we take a look at Matthew 18:21-35 and Galatians 5:13-26 in "Patience"

Fresh from a beachside reminder that Jesus is the fulfilment of Ezekiel’s vision of a ‘life giving river,’ Peter finds both forgiveness for his past mistakes, and a challenge to follow - no matter what the cost or the comparison with others. It’s a fitting challenge and encouragement for all of us as we reach the end of John’s gospel. Join us here at Scots as we take a look at John 21:1-25 in "You...

In this scientific age, it’s easy to sympathise with the disciple Thomas, famously skeptical when his friends report they’ve met the resurrected Jesus. While we always prefer to see and touch things for ourselves, John reminds us that it’s valid to hear the truth and trust it too. Join us on "Remembrance Day" to remember, as we take a look at John 18:20-30 in "I'll Believe It When I See It"

Listen to the short interview of Rev Phil Campbell with Brad Thorn, Coach of Queensland Reds Rugby team on how God and life as a Christian affects his approach on Sports and coaching!

Bach’s Actus Tragicus solemnly reminds us that God allots each of us a time to be born and a time to die. Jesus reminds us that we should live in the light of that certain uncertainty, always with an eye on eternal things above. Otherwise, like the rich fool in his parable, we run the risk of being consumed by consuming, caught up in the busyness of our daily business. This week, join us as we tak...

Mary’s only expectation when she comes to the tomb of Jesus in the early hours of Sunday morning is to find his dead body. It’s only when she turns to look at the figure in the garden a second time that Mary realises that something world-changing has happened. Maybe you should take a second look at Jesus too? This week, join us as we take a look at John 19:38-20:18 in "A Second Look at Jesus"

If you really want to understand the significance of the death of Jesus, you’ll need to see it in the light of the Jewish Festival of Passover. John’s account of his death is threaded through with references to the day when God’s judgment bypasses all who shelter under the blood of the sacrificed lamb. This week, join Rev Phil Campbell as we take a look at John 19:23 -37 in "Behold The Lamb of God...

After centuries of living in ‘Christendom,’ many Christians have become comfortable with having the cultural ‘upper hand.’ But what do we do when that changes? Jesus says that the real Kingdom we live for is not of this world - and his true subjects will be those who recognise the truth and listen to him. This week, join Rev Phil as we take a look at John 18:28-40 and John 19:1-22 in "A Kingdom No...

As we induct three new elders at Scots’ Church, you might be thinking there’s glory and status involved. But the disciple Peter has already learned the hard way that as we serve a crucified King, we need to be reminded that true glory is waiting up ahead. That’s a good reminder not just for our new elders, but for any of us who face challenging times right now.

Though Peter went on to lead the early church, his first steps as an apostle were a disastrous failure. There’s been both a challenge here and a story of grace for any of us who have followed Jesus since.

What is the Kingdom of God? What does a healed leper show us about the kingdom How do we recognise the kingdom?

As Jesus concludes his farewell to the remaining 11 disciples, he turns to his Father in prayer. It’s a prayer for God’s glory, for the preservation of his disciples and their message, and for the future love and unity of those (like us) who would one day believe. The prayer presents us with both a challenge and a hope for the future. This week, join Rev Phil Campbell as we take a look at John 17:...

What should we expect of the promised Holy Spirit?  While some today will claim a ‘direct line’ to God’s revelation,  that’s a promise made specifically to the original Apostles. We should instead expect deep conviction as the Spirit turns our hearts to Jesus. This week, join Rev Phil Campbell as we take a look at John 16:4-33 in a sermon titled "Word and Spirit"