Sermons from City on a Hill, Wellington

The Spirit of Truth Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 17⧸08⧸2025 Series: The Holy Spirit Reading: John 15:26 - 16:15 In a world full of voices claiming to offer truth, how do we know which guide to follow? Andrew explores Jesus' promise of the Spirit of truth from John 15-16, examining how the Holy Spirit gives us God's Word and works through it to lead us to Jesus himself.

Born Of The Spirit Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 03⧸08⧸25 Series: The Holy Spirit Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14 & John 3:1-21 How can spiritually dead people come alive? Through Nicodemus's nighttime encounter with Jesus and Ezekiel's vision of dry bones, we discover that new birth isn't about moral improvement but about God's sovereign work of giving us completely new hearts through His Spirit.

The Spirit of Promise Preacher: Paul Shoemark Date: 27⧸07⧸2025 Series: The Holy Spirit Reading: Acts 2:1-21 & Ezekiel 36:22-28 What does it mean that God is a promise keeper? Paul explores how the Holy Spirit at Pentecost represents the fulfilment of centuries-old promises from Acts 2 and Ezekiel 36, showing us we live in a new era with a new relationship under our risen King Jesus.

An Advocate Forever Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 20⧸07⧸2025 Series: The Holy Spirit Reading: John 14:15-31 What does it mean that Jesus promised to send 'another advocate'? Andrew explores John 14:15-31 and how the Holy Spirit isn't just an impersonal force, but a divine person who stands in our corner, speaks truth to us, and ensures we're never alone in life's trials.

Unity Through the Spirit Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 13⧸07⧸2025 Series: The Holy Spirit Reading: Ephesians 4:1-6 Why does Christian unity matter so much to God? Starting a new series on the Holy Spirit, Andrew shows us from Ephesians 4 that unity isn't optional - it's central to displaying God's wisdom to the world. What does it take to maintain this Spirit-given unity?

Unstoppable Good News Preacher: Paul Shoemark Date: 06⧸07⧸2025 Series: To The Ends Of The Earth Reading: Acts 27-28 What happens when everything that could go wrong does go wrong? Paul's journey to Rome explores how Jesus remains in control even when storms rage and circumstances seem impossible. This sermon reveals how the gospel spreads precisely when everything appears to be falling apart.

True and Reasonable Faith Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 29⧸6⧸25 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 25:23-26:23 What made a hardcore Pharisee like Paul completely change his life? Andrew explores Paul's defense before King Agrippa, examining how Paul's dramatic encounter with Jesus transformed everything he believed. Could the claims about Jesus actually be both true and reasonable?...

Shepherding God's Flock Preacher: Andy Williams Date: 22⧸06⧸2025 Series: To The Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 20:13-38 What makes parting words so powerful? When Paul knew he'd never see the Ephesian elders again, he shared what truly mattered - not polished speeches, but tears, toil, and the message of grace. This sermon explores how we're all called to shepherd someone in God's precious flock,...

The Greatness of Jesus Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 15⧸06⧸2025 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 19 What happens when the greatness of Jesus crashes into our idols? This sermon from Acts 19 reveals how encountering Jesus' true greatness leads to decisive life change. What does it mean to be "all in" for Jesus today?

Jesus is for everyone Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 08⧸06⧸2025 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 10 Ever wonder if successful, moral people really need Jesus? Through Peter's vision and Cornelius's conversion in Acts 10, this sermon explores how God shows no favouritism and why even the most upright among us desperately need the forgiveness Christ offers.

Camp 2025 Preacher: Greg Lee Date: 2/06/2025 Series: Guidance Reading: 2 Timothy 3

Camp 2025 | Q & A Preacher: Greg Lee Date: 1/06/2025 Series: Guidance

Camp 2025 Preacher: Greg Lee Date: 1/06/2025 Series: Guidance Reading: John 14

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Life Changed by Jesus Preacher: Paul Shoemark Date: 25⧸05⧸2025 Series: To The Ends Of The Earth Reading: Acts 9:1-31 How does Jesus respond to those who oppose him most violently? This message walks through Acts 9:1-31, exploring Saul's incredible journey from breathing murderous threats to passionate preacher, and asking whether meeting the risen Jesus has truly turned our own lives upside down.

God's Precious Possession Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 18/05/2025 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 4:32-5:11 What happens when we treat as common what God sees as precious? This message explores Acts 4-5 and the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira. How does God view his church, and what does it mean for us today? A challenging look at our attitudes toward community, generos...

The Spirit Brings Change Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 11⧸05⧸2025 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 2 What does it mean when God pours out His Spirit? This message explores Acts 2, where wind, fire, and miraculous languages signaled a profound change in the world. Could the Spirit that transformed timid disciples into bold witnesses be the same power available to us today? Discove...

A Firm Foundation Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 04⧸05⧸2025 Series: To the Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 1:12-26 What happens when life's wheels seem to fall off? In this message from Acts 1:12-26, we explore how Jesus remains sovereign even through betrayal and difficulty. How can Judas' actions actually confirm Jesus as King? Together we'll discover the firm foundation of apostolic witness...

Jesus' Spirit-Empowered Witnesses Preacher: Andy Williams Date: 27⧸4⧸25 Series: To The Ends of the Earth Reading: Acts 1:1-11 Ever feel powerless to share your faith? This message from Acts 1:1-11 explores how Jesus' kingdom works differently than we expect. Rather than establishing a visible political kingdom, Jesus sends his Holy Spirit to empower ordinary people as witnesses. We discover that t...

Jesus is Risen Preacher: Paul Shoemark Date: 20⧸04⧸2025 Series: Easter Sunday Reading: Luke 24:1-35 How does Jesus' resurrection change our relationship with death? This Easter message explores Luke 24:1-35, examining the empty tomb, the physical appearances of Jesus, and the spread of Christianity as evidence for the resurrection. What would it mean for us if death truly isn't the end of our stor...

Good Friday Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 18⧸04⧸2025 Series: Easter Reading: Isaiah 53:7-12 & Luke 23:38-43 How can Good Friday be "good" when it commemorates such a horrific event? Andrew unpacks Isaiah 53 and Luke 23, revealing how Jesus' death as our substitute transforms our greatest problem - sin. Like the criminal on the cross, we don't need to "do" anything to receive paradise - just re...

Jesus Rejected and Received Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 13⧸04⧸2025 Series: Believe & Have Life Reading: John 10:22-42 When Jesus claims to be one with the Father, he leaves no middle ground for our response. This message from John 10:22-42 explores the heart of Christianity - not miracles or moral frameworks, but the identity of Jesus himself. We discover the comfort of being held securely i...

The Gate to a Full Life Preacher: Andrew Southerton Date: 06⧸04⧸2025 Series: Believe & Have Life Reading: John 10:1-21

When you look at Jesus what do you see？ John 9:1-41 Preacher: Dave MacIver Date: 30⧸03⧸2025 Series: Believe & Have Life Reading: When you look at Jesus what do you see？ John 9:1-41