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‘O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is the name in all the earth’.  Our culture may not honour God’s majestic name – but it is written across all creation.  Psalm 8 encourages us that his majesty is not merely His handiwork – but in his esteem of our weakness.  His unexpected majesty helps us say […] The post The Majesty of God appeared first on The Bridge Church .

* Please note – the end of this recording was cut off * For some people, it is a relief that judgement may never come.   Others, seeing the injustice of the world, would see a lack of final judgement as the ultimate tragedy.  Wherever you sit on the scale, God’s Word in 2 Kings 24-25 […] The post God is faithful in judgement appeared first on The Bridge Church .

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When Jesus saw the crowds he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.  Jesus’ compassionate response is to throw open the gates of his kingdom and invite more in.  Looking at the Lord’s response, we are faced with a choice: ‘Will you live a compassionate life?’ The post Compassionate Living appeared first on The Bridge Church...

Times of crisis are never fun – but they can be helpful.  Times of crisis reveal our hopes and where our trust is.  2 Kings 17-20, shows God’s people in a time of crisis.  But more than that, shows us the only God who truly delivers. The post The God who delivers appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Many people approach Jesus in a state of absolute desperation – yet leave utterly transformed. In Matthew 9, we see Jesus’ greatness and goodness expressed in his healing and forgiveness. The post Absolute Confidence in an Extraordinary Saviour appeared first on The Bridge Church .

To love Christ is essential to Christian life.  We love Him because He first loved us.  But sometimes that love is tested.  God’s dealings in 850BC though Elisha are a great reminder of why we love Him.  His abundant and overflowing goodness to all. The post The Abundant Goodness of God to All appeared first on The Bridge Church .

‘There is but one living and true God’.  It is the clear claim of the 39 Articles.  But where does it fit in a multi-faith society?  Israel under Ahab, like Sydney, was a multi-faith society.  But through His mouthpiece Elijah, the LORD made it clear there was but one God in the kingdom – giving […] The post One God in the Kingdom appeared first on The Bridge Church .

In Matthew 5-7, Jesus amazes his followers as he speaks as one with authority. In Matthew 8, Jesus demonstrates his authority extends beyond big talk – he has authority over creation. In this passage, Jesus’ authority and compassion combine, and give us great hope for the healing we greatly need – for our physical afflictions, […] The post The Compassion and Authority of Je...

Living in modern Sydney, it is easy to become content with what this world offers.  But a look at Solomon’s reign in 1 Kings 3-10, sows seeds of discontent. The Glory God generously gives – in wisdom; wealth; fame & His presence – pushes us to want more.  In light of the glory of His kingdom, […] The post The Glory of God’s Kingdom appeared first on The Bridge Church .

When we cry out ‘Where is God? What is God doing?’, Romans 8 reassures us of God’s unfailing love and sovereignty. The post Blessed Assurance of God’s Sovereignty and Love appeared first on The Bridge Church .

In the midst of uncertainty, God offers real and lasting security. Kings opens with God’s kingdom, Israel, exposed to threat as King David declines.  God’s involvement of people opens it to weakness – but still, His kingdom stands firm.  As the throne is secured, we see how God offers real security to us in Christ. The post Securing God’s Kingdom appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Church is a family – and the way we relate to each other really matters. How do we relate to our leaders? How do we relate to each other? How do we relate to our God? The Apostle Paul gives us godly instructions on all these matters. The post Model Relating appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Belonging to Jesus is an awesome privilege. In this majestic passage, we hear some wonderful truths of the benefits if belonging to Jesus. No condemnation, new minds and a new status! Heart warming and mind blowing truths! The post Bathing in the Benefits of Belonging to Jesus appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Hope gives shape to life. Vague or theoretical hope leads to confusion. Yet, in Jesus Christ we can have certain hope, even in the face of death! Christian hope changes everything! The post Hope Shaped Lives appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Bob Kauflin, Director of Worship Development for Sovereign Grace Ministries gives us three great reasons why we sing together in church: to remember God’s word, to respond to God’s grace and to reflect God’s glory. (We apologise that this recording was cut off a few minutes before the conclusion). The post Why Do We Sing? appeared first on The Bridge Church .

‘Live a holy life, pleasing to God’. That’s the command the Apostle gives the Christians in Thessalonica. And ever practical, he applies it to the area of sex and relationships! Confronting yet liberating! The post Holy Living appeared first on The Bridge Church .

A word of encouragement for the ordinary Christian, striving to live for Jesus, yet not yet perfect! The post Victory in Christ! appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Are you more concerned about programs or people? How should we express our concern for people? In this practical sermon, we see the heart of the Apostle Paul towards other Christians. The post A passion for people appeared first on The Bridge Church .

Knowing who you are ‘in Christ’ has so many wonderful implications! In this theologically dense chapter, we look at what it means to be ‘dead to sin but alive in Christ’. The post New life in Christ! appeared first on The Bridge Church .