Talks from Sundays

We long to be more like Jesus — loving, patient, gentle — but real character change doesn’t come through sheer effort. In this message, we explore how true transformation happens not by striving or rule-keeping, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. As we walk with Him, we bear the fruit of a life shaped by Jesus.

In this message, Adrian unpacks the powerful truth that God is truly speaking to each of us, and that we can each learn to recognise and respond to His voice.

In this message, we explore the purpose and significance of the gifts of the Spirit together with some of the common hurdles that can keep us from walking in them.

In this message we explore the issue of being Baptised in the Holy Spirit. We consider the different views held on this position, but also that whatever your view, the main emphasis of the New Testament is to go on asking for and receiving more of the Spirit.

The Holy Spirit is living in us, reminds us that we belong to God and sets us free from sin.

In the first message of a new series about the Holy Spirit, we consider how we live in the ‘now’ age of the Spirit, and yes also the ‘not yet.’ How we are both encouraged to go on being filled with the Spirit, and expect for more, yet at the same time understanding that there will be a day when we experience God’s presence fully.

This Sunday marked our 3rd year as a church on Rotterdam. In this message we reflect on the past, giving thanks for what God has done amongst us, and together look ahead to what the future could hold.

In this message we look at Jesus’ challenging teaching on the Wise and Foolish virgins in Matthew 25. How do we live like wise people? Why is the door of the Kingdom open for some but not others? What does Jesus mean when he encourages us to be watchful?

In this message, we explore some of Jesus’ final words to his disciples. We consider what it means to be a disciple and to make disciples and are reminded that Jesus sends us out with both his authority and his presence.

In his message, we celebrate the resurrection and reflect on the significance of the angel’s words: Jesus has been risen and gone ahead of you, ‘just as he told you.’

As Jesus enters Jerusalem, the crowds welcome Him as the King they want—but He comes as the Messiah they need. In this message, we explore the tension we all experience between desiring a God who will simply fix our problems, and encountering a Saviour who comes to transform our hearts.

In the final message of our Ephesians series, Dan unpacks what it means for us to ‘pray in the Spirit on all occasions.’

In this message, we explore what it means to deeply know the truth of God. Aleena shares practical ways to apply God's Word, helping us replace any lies we may be believing with His truth, ultimately finding freedom in Christ.

From the beginning to the end of the bible we see God’s heart for all peoples. In the diverse city of Rotterdam this means we have a unique blessing, a unique opportunity and a unique challenge.

In the West, we often struggle to accept the concept of spiritual opposition, especially when it takes the form of the Devil or demons. However, Paul offers clear teachings on the reality of this spiritual battle, reminding us that we face an enemy who actively schemes against us. In this message, we explore the Apostle Paul’s teaching on this subject, examine what it means to ‘put on the full arm...

In this message Gert helps to think about how being Christ followers will impact our relationships with one another together with how we approach the issue of work.

In this message, Phil speaks from the story of David and Goliath in 1 Sam 17. We consider how part of being a believer means we will encounter struggle and battle, and how we need to learn how to navigate challenge in order to step into what God has for us.

Vahé looks at Ephesians 5:1-20 and unpacks Paul’s encouragement to respond to God’s call on our lives by walking in His love, His light and His wisdom. This walk is only possible through His Spirit who fills us and empowers us.

In this message Wouter looks at what it means as believers to be ‘aroma of Jesus’ to the world. We consider the question of whether there are personal sacrifices that Jesus is calling us to, in order for him to be able to use us to reach those around us.

In this message, Sarah looks at the issue of gifting, and how God has given gifts to each one of us to use within the church family. Here we see this amazing picture of both a unified body, but one which also exhibits wonderful diversity and difference in gifting.

Paul writes to the church in Ephesus, ‘make every effort’ to keep the unity of the Spirit. In this message we talk about unity; what it is, why it’s so important, and how all of us have a part of play in looking after it.

Jesus’ feeding of the 5000 is a story that displays both God’s great compassion for people, but also the responsibility on all believers to care for the people around them. On one level, we have a responsibility for the city of Rotterdam. It is a call that comes both with real cost, but also great privilege.

In this message, we look at how our circles of friendship and connection are always meant to be open and outward facing. We are called to share what we have, and make space for others. Jesus’ mission to seek and save lost people has become our mission. Therefore, we should aim to be as aware of those who are ‘not in the room yet’ as much as those who already are.

In this message we looked at the story of the paralysed man brought to Jesus, and the power of belonging. As we enter a New year and we consider how important it is to press into community, find friends and how Jesus promises to meet us in the midst of those relationships.

In the first of our Clear Vision series, we look at Psalm 1 and how God’s plan for our lives is for us to live fruitful lives that count.