SLE Church Sermons

Having been freed and given great privileges, Christians are to be good ‘subjects’, submitting under and respecting the authority of various human institutions that they are part of. Christians recognise the God-given role of earthly authorities. ... Read More

Believers are chosen in Christ to live in ways that glorify God. What a marvel and assurance is this good news, and what a challenge to our lives in exile here.

As elect exiles, our core identity is that we are children of God. Knowing this, we seek to maintain and nurture a child-like attitude towards our heavenly Father as we live in anticipation of our ... Read More

It is God’s great mercy that gives true hope that sustains believers through trials and testing. Christians persevere in the faith by understanding the great mercies of God poured out on the believer and the ... Read More

Hear the voice of the Good Shepherd, the one who calls you to find rest in him.

With Yahweh as his shepherd David has reassurance and everlasting joy.

Nehemiah ends on a very low note, with the people of God returning to old ways of unholiness and disobedience. We’re led to long for a rescue, restoration, rebuilding and renewal that addresses the heart of ... Read More

The city is repopulated and God’s people celebrate his covenant faithfulness.

Repentance follows being deep in God’s word and confession, acknowledging sin to be turned from, and recommitting to God’s Law and true worship.

A long history of unfaithfulness is confessed, recognising and owning their guilt, is contrasted to Yahweh’s utterly amazing faithfulness.

As we return to the Book of Nehemiah and pick it up from chapter 8, we see a new phase in the rebuilding process – the focus is now on the reforming of the people. ... Read More

Jesus extends an offer that is so unbelievably good and one we can’t refuse: come to him, all who are weary and heavy laden, and he will give you rest for your soul!

The convincing news that Jesus did rise from the dead impacts our hearts and lives now and for eternity.

The incarnated Christ was born to die, turning away God’s wrath.

Jesus emptied himself of his glory and took on human form to connect with us, that we might have the perfect saviour – to our marvel and joy

This world, made weary by sin, longs for rest and restoration. Jesus has come to do exactly that! And so we’re able to enjoy the thrill of hope and great rejoicing.

The exhortation and encouragement to stand firm together requires unity, effort, and grace.

The return of Jesus gives hope and comfort to those grieving death, and motivates us to godly living while we wait for Jesus’ appearing.

What’s the bare minimum I need to do to live a Christian life? As we explore 1 Thessalonians 4 we see Paul is completely against this kind of thinking. Instead, he instructs us to live ... Read More

The genuine gospel minister greatly desires and rejoices in seeing steadfast faith. Know and appreciate how your steadfast faith greatly encourages those who minister to you – it is truly good news to them! So ... Read More

Authentic gospel ministry that produces genuine faith is transparently honest, deeply personal, and is embraced as God’s Word.

As we start our new sermon series in 1 Thessalonians, Paul begins the first chapter overflowing with thankfulness for the work that God has done in the lives of the Thessalonians. Our passage shows us ... Read More

There is an urgent need for more churches for Christians to gather and then for them to scatter into their communities to gather more people into God’s church. As Christians, we are called to understand ... Read More

The gospel compels disciples of Jesus to pray for and raise up labourers to plant churches – which will require gospel convictions and various personal sacrifices to do so.