St John's Wishart Sermons

This is our first sermon for 2025 where Mark Calder encourages us to draw near to God.

After the fullness of Christmas fades, what truly satisfies? In Luke 2:22–38, we meet Simeon and Anna—ordinary people who are finally, deeply content because they have seen God’s salvation. This sermon explores who Jesus is: the promised Messiah, the Saviour for all nations, the One who divides hearts, and the Redeemer long awaited. Jesus brings comfort and peace to those who receive him, yet beco...

This is the sermon from Christmas 2025 where we explored the real hope that the birth of Jesus gives us. Preacher: Michael Calder

In Romans 5:12–21, Paul invites us to “compare the pair”: Adam and Jesus. Through Adam, sin entered the world and death spread to all. Through Jesus, grace overwhelms sin and life is restored. In this sermon from St John’s Wishart, we see humanity’s problem laid bare—dead in sin—and God’s astonishing solution revealed. Jesus comes as the second and greater Adam, whose obedience brings justificatio...

In this sermon from Hebrews 2:14–18, we explore why Jesus came in the flesh. God the Son became truly human in order to die for us—destroying the power of death, freeing us from slavery to fear, and rescuing us from sin. Far more than a distant saviour, Jesus is our merciful and faithful High Priest who understands our weakness, temptation, and suffering.

In this message from Philippians 2:1–8, we explore the breathtaking truth of the incarnation — that Jesus, who was in every way God, stepped down from heaven’s glory to become truly human. He did not grasp at power or use His divine position for His own advantage. Instead, He humbled Himself, taking on the nature of a servant, even to the point of death on a cross.

This is the first sermon in our series on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. Passage: John 1; Preacher: Chris Boyce

In this sermon, we explore Isaiah 11 and the stunning promise of the Branch of Jesse—Jesus, the Spirit-filled King who brings justice, restores creation, and unites God’s people. Through vivid images of wolves lying with lambs, children safe with cobras, and nations gathered under one Messiah, Isaiah gives us a breath-taking glimpse of God’s future renewal. We trace how Jesus began this work in Hi...

In this sermon, we explore Isaiah 9:1–7, where out of Israel’s deep darkness and judgment, God promises an amazing light and lasting hope. Isaiah reveals that God will bring peace, freedom, and joy through the coming of a glorious Son — Jesus, the Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

In this sermon, we dive into  Isaiah 6 – The Holiness of God . When Isaiah encounters God “high and lifted up,” everything changes — his view of God, his view of himself, and his mission. We’ll explore what it really means for God to be  holy, holy, holy  and why that matters for us today. 

This Sunday we heard from Bree Mills who spoke on how we as God's people have been Chosen, Sent, and Empowered by the Spirit to proclaim the good news of Jesus!

In Isaiah 3-4 we see how God takes away Israel’s false securities, exposing their rebellion, yet promises life and restoration through the coming Messiah, Jesus. Even when all seems lost, God is still faithful, offering forgiveness and a future in His presence. Join us as we explore how Isaiah points to the beauty and glory of Jesus — the Branch who brings new life, cleansing, and lasting hope for...

In this series from St John’s Wishart, we dive into the powerful message of Isaiah — a book that holds up a mirror to God’s people and reveals both our rebellion and God’s incredible grace. In  Isaiah: Rebellious Children , we explore how God’s holiness exposes our sin, yet His mercy calls us home and offers complete forgiveness through Jesus. Join us each week as we discover the God who still cal...

In this message from  St John’s Wishart , we explore  Psalm 126  — a song of joy and hope for God’s people. When the Lord restored Israel’s fortunes, they were filled with laughter and praise. Today, we too can rejoice in the great things God has done for us through Jesus, even as we wait for the fullness of His restoration to come. Join us as we reflect on the God who  has done  and  will do  gre...

This Sunday we continued our look into the Psalms of Ascent. In Psalm 125, we are reminded that in Christ we have security, stability, and a Lord who judges with integrity.

James closes his letter by urging believers to face trials with patience, prayer, and hope in the Lord’s return. In this sermon, we see how real faith steadies us through suffering, keeps us prayerful in all seasons, and calls us to care for one another as family in Christ.

What does it mean to trust God with our plans and our possessions? In this talk from St John’s Wishart, we explore James 4:13–5:6 and discover the danger of self-sufficiency, the emptiness of hoarded riches, and the call to radical generosity. Real faith surrenders all we are and all we have to our gracious God.

In this sermon from St John’s Wishart, we explore James 4 and what real faith looks like when it is humble. James doesn’t hold back—he shows how pride, selfish desires, and quarrels can tear the church apart and even make us “enemies of God.” But he also points us to the good news: God gives more grace. As we humble ourselves, submit to Him, and draw near, He draws near to us. 

In James 3, we’re reminded that real faith shows itself in both our speech and our wisdom. Our words may be small, but they carry enormous power—to build up or to destroy. James calls us to humility: humble speech that encourages and blesses, and humble wisdom that reflects the character of Christ. Earthly wisdom driven by pride and selfish ambition tears down, but wisdom from above is pure, peace...

James 2:14–26 challenges believers with a simple but confronting truth: faith without works is dead. Scripture teaches that while we are saved by grace through faith alone, genuine faith always results in a changed life. This passage illustrates that action is the natural fruit of faith, and that faith and deeds work together to display a living, active trust in God. Through examples like Abraham...

This is the fourth sermon in our series in James where we saw that followers of Jesus must not show favouritism.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this message from St John’s Wishart 9AM, we explore James’ call to be “quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger” and to not just hear God’s word but live it out. Real faith is seen in humble obedience, practical care for those in need, and a life shaped by God’s implanted word.

In James 1:9–18, we see that real faith stays steadfast in every situation. Whether rich or poor, James reminds us to boast in our status before God, not in possessions. Earthly riches fade, but those who persevere under trial will receive the crown of life. Temptation comes from our own desires, luring us into sin, which leads to death — but God is the giver of every good and perfect gift, bringi...

This is the fourth sermon in our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Preacher: Chris Boyce

This is the third sermon in our series on the Psalms of Ascent. Preacher: Chris Boyce