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This sermon shows how Esau, Isaac, and even Adam and Eve chose immediate pleasure over God’s lasting promises. “Esau sold his birthright for some stew.” We often do the same, trading eternal joy for momentary comfort. But God calls us to trust Him, as Isaac did when he stayed in the land and was blessed a hundredfold. Christ holds our inheritance secure, enabling us to resist temporary temptations...

Genesis 24 reveals God’s providence in bringing Isaac and Rebecca together and highlights marriage as a covenant shaped by God’s character. Derek shows why Christians must approach marriage deliberately, how marriage reflects Christ and the Church, and how the gospel alone restores purity and heals our failures. As he says, “Marriage stands as a pillar… holy and wonderful.” Passage: Genesis 24 Dat...

Paul urges Timothy to continue in the Scriptures that shaped him from childhood, reminding him that God’s Word is living, powerful, and essential for salvation and daily transformation. This sermon shows how Scripture teaches, corrects, restores, and equips believers in every circumstance. God’s Word is not just information—it is His breath, giving life, hope, and direction to all who receive it....

Unanswered prayer can shake even strong believers, yet Jesus calls us to “always pray and not lose heart.” This message explores why God delays, how He shapes us through persistence, and why His goodness anchors us in the waiting. Like the persistent widow, Jacob, and Moses, we cling to God’s promises, trusting that the journey forms us and that knowing Christ is our greatest treasure. (Excerpt: “...

The early church understood that prayer was not private only — it was shared power. When Peter was imprisoned, “earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church,” and God sent an angelic rescue. This sermon explores why we pray together, why confession matters, and how united prayer strengthens, sustains, and transforms the church. Passage: Acts 12:1-19 Date: 24 May 2026

Prayer can feel confusing when we know God is sovereign and already knows our needs. Yet Scripture calls us to pray boldly, confidently, and persistently. In 1 John 5:14–15 we learn that God hears every request offered according to His will, and in Genesis 32 we see Jacob wrestling with God until blessing comes. This message explores why we pray, how to align our hearts with God’s will, and what i...

In Matthew 6:5–13, Jesus reshapes our understanding of prayer—not as performance, ritual, or eloquence, but as honest communion with a Father who already knows our needs. This message explores how Jesus teaches us to pray with faith, seek God’s kingdom first, bring every need to Him, and trust His protection. The Lord’s Prayer becomes not a formula, but a framework for a vibrant, daily relationshi...

Psalm 63 reveals the heart of prayer—not a duty, but a desperate longing for God Himself. David cries out from the wilderness, showing that prayer is rooted in desire, dependence, and the pursuit of God’s presence. This message explores why we pray, why it is often a battle, and how God meets us when we seek Him with honest, thirsty hearts. Passage: Psalms 63 Date: 3 May 2026

Prayer is often simple yet deeply challenging. In this message, we explore the struggles believers face—learning to pray soon enough, hearing and following God’s answers, remaining faithful, and finding words when we feel weak. Through Scripture and personal testimony, we’re reminded that God cares about every detail and meets us in our prayers, even when we don’t know what to say. Passage: Genesi...

The ascension of Jesus is often overlooked, yet Acts 1:1–11 shows it is central to the Christian life. After presenting Himself alive “by many proofs” and teaching about the kingdom, Jesus was lifted into heaven to rule, send His Spirit, empower witnesses, and intercede for His people. This message explores what He is doing now and why His ascension is essential for our hope and mission. (Includes...

Encouragement is essential for every believer, especially in a world overflowing with discouragement. Drawing from Colossians 4:7–18, this message explores how unity, persistent prayer, and pointing one another to God’s Word strengthen the church. As Paul was comforted by faithful companions, we too are called to build each other up and anchor our hope in Christ. (Includes lines such as “they have...

Drawing from Colossians 3:18–4:1, this message explores how Christ reshapes authority, submission, and everyday relationships. Paul addresses wives, husbands, children, parents, workers, and masters—not to reinforce cultural power structures, but to show how the gospel transforms them. When love guides authority and humility guides submission, households and communities reflect Christ’s unity and...

Drawn from Colossians 3:12–17, this message explores what it means to be God’s chosen people—set apart, deeply loved, and called to reflect Christ together. As we put off the old self and “put on” compassion, forgiveness, unity, and thankfulness, we learn how the gospel reshapes our relationships and forms a community marked by grace and harmony. Passage: Colossians 3:12–17 Date: 8 March 2026

In Colossians 4:2–6, Paul calls us to a life shaped by prayer, wisdom, and gracious speech. His words remind us to stay alert, use every opportunity well, and let our conversations reflect Christ. This message invites us to consider how we pray, how we speak, and how we live among our community with clarity, purpose, and compassion—making the most of the time God has given us. Passage: Colossians...

What does it mean to live as a Christian? It is to live in tension between two parts of us, one dying and the other coming alive. We must put to death the old us and breathe life into the new. Paul is going to show us exactly how to do it, how to live like a true born again Christian. Passage: Colossians 3:5-11 Date: 1 March 2026

There is a pattern in the New Testament of “God has done this, now go do this”. This pattern continues here now as we explore in this first part what God has done for us, or more importantly, in us. Join us as the we build the theological foundation that shall allow us to faithfully and effectively live this Christian life. Passage: Colossians 3:1-4 Date: 22 February 2026

Here Paul finally elaborates upon the dangers of the false teaching corrupting the church in Colossae. We witness an interesting mix of teachings, showing the danger found in both charismatic teachings and the legalism found in tradition. So let’s open it up together and discover what the ancient Colossian heresy has to teach us about errors in the church today. Passage: Colossians 2:20-23 Date: 1...

In Colossians 2:6–15 we’re reminded that everything we need is found in Christ alone. While human traditions, spiritual fads, and deceptive ideas pull us toward distractions, Paul calls us back to the centre: Jesus, the fullness of God in bodily form. In Him we are forgiven, made alive, and set free. When we stay rooted in Christ, we discover that He truly is enough for every part of life. Passage...

What are we called to when we become a part of the church? Paul is going to show us what he must endure, and what in turn all ministers and all members of the church must endure, they must suffer through trial and tribulation for the benefit of others. We will explore together, how Paul calls us to take up our cross as Christ did for the sake of his body, the Church. Passage: Colossians 1:26-2:5 D...

What has happened to our relationship with God? The Bible tell us that we have been estranged, the Bible is the story of a marriage, a marriage made up of a faithful husband and a very unfaithful wife. We have broken the covenant, estranged ourselves from God, now we need to be reconciled. How is that possible? Paul will share that with us in Colossians 1:21-23. Passage: Colossians 1:21-23 Date: 2...

Paul continues in Colossians 1:15-20 with a hymn, detailing the most supreme and exalted truths of who Jesus is. All pointing to this most central truth, everything is about Jesus. So Paul’s exhortation is that we know this truth and wisely live in accordance with it. So explore with us today, as we look at letter to the Colossians. Passage: Colossians 1:15-20 Date: 18 Jan 2026

In Colossians 1:9-14, we see Paul continue after praising the initial work of the Gospel in the Colossians, he goes on to pray for their continual growth in the gospel. So today we are going to be building a train, a train that comprises a comprehensive view of the Christian life and all it includes. So join us, as we steam ahead to find out God’s plan for our lives together. Passage: Colossians 1...

A clear introduction to Colossians showing Paul’s authority, the church’s origins, and the challenges they faced. It highlights Christ’s supremacy, God’s grace and peace, and the genuine faith, love, and hope shaping the Colossian believers. Passage: Colossians 1:1-8 Date: 4 Jan 2026

What will be our new years resolutions this year? What will we wish to change about ourselves and our lives? Today we are going to unpack Psalm 90, to see what exactly are the biblical truths that we need to remember as we enter into this new year, what would God have us thinking about? Passage: Psalm 90 Date: 28 December 2025

Much evil goes on in this world, just last Sunday 14 people were gunned down at Bondi beach. How can we believe in a good and all-powerful God when things like this happen? Well today we are going to explore Revelation 20-21 and see exactly why he is exactly the person we need in a broken and evil world like this. Passage: Revelation 20-21 Date: 21 December 2025