The Rock Community Church - Sunday Messages

Julia sits down with Pastor Taylor as he and his family set off on a mission trip to schools around Australia, Sharing with them Pastor Taylor's story with what God has done and continues to do in his life .

Pastor Taylor Forward’s "Buried Not Beaten" the mustard seed parable (Mark 4:30–32) with 1 Corinthians 1:27, Zechariah 4:10, and Romans 8:28, showing that small, hidden beginnings are not defeat but God’s preparation for unexpected growth and purpose.

On Pentecost Sunday, Ps Louisa de Bruyn shares from Acts and the New Testament on the promise and power of the Holy Spirit, calling us to be Spirit-led people who are continually filled, transformed and empowered to live On Earth as it is in Heaven.

Ps John de Bruyn shares from Luke 14:28–30 on building your spiritual home, encouraging us to count the cost, lay strong foundations, persevere in faith, and find joy in the process, trusting that “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:6).

Ps Louisa shares from John 10:1–21 on Jesus as the Good Shepherd and our closest friend, following the reading of A Tribute for Mother’s Day by Amy Young.

Asher Sutherland shares on Luke 18:1–8, the parable of the persistent widow, inviting us to see true justice through God’s lens — not as punishment, but as restoration.

In this special service, four of our church leaders share what God has been placing on their hearts for our community, bringing encouragement and insight.

This week we have Mark Boersma continuing our series of 'On Earth as it is in Heaven'.

This week we have pastor Taylor Forward continuing our series 'On Earth as it is in Heaven'.

It's Easter and we start off with some of our elders sharing around a few Bible verses, followed by pastor Taylor Forward sharing a message about communion.

Rebekah Brandsma continues On Earth as it is in Heaven, exploring Luke 15:8–10 and Matthew 6:33, reminding us of Jesus’ deep love for the lost and calling us to be intentional in seeking and loving those who are yet to know Him.

James Brandsma continues On Earth as it is in Heaven, exploring Luke 14:25–27 & 31–34, inviting us to count the cost of discipleship — not treating Jesus as a problem solver for our lives, instead surrendering our lives to Him, remembering it is only through Christ in us that we can truly follow.

Ps Taylor continues the series On Earth as it is in Heaven, exploring Luke 12:1–24 and challenging us to examine the heart issues behind hypocrisy, fear and greed, inviting us instead to live with integrity and deep trust in God.

Ps Louisa explores Matthew 13:36–52, reflecting on how we are the pearl of great price and Jesus the Merchant who gave everything for us - modelling how, having been saved, we are now to live lives of wholehearted surrender, as echoed in Luke 14:33, Mark 8:35, Luke 9:24 and Matthew 16:24–25.

Ps Louisa unpacks Luke 15:11–32 alongside Genesis 4:1–7, challenging us to consider whether we’re seeking what the Father can give rather than relationship with Him — and reminding us that following Jesus means laying down our whole lives to truly walk with Him.

Mark Boersma brings a reflective message from Matthew 22:1–14, The Invitation to the Marriage Feast, exploring God’s persistent call to His people and the heart posture required to respond.

Join Ps Louisa as the series On Earth as it is in Heaven continues, exploring what it means to live under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. The Kingdom is revealed as we practise listening for His voice, responding, and remaining in Him daily. Drawing on Matthew 7:21–27 this message encourages us to build lives grounded in God’s Word and shaped by the Spirit.

Upperroom — Hosted by UNIVS Tasmania at The Rock Community ChurchCraig Clark unpacks Acts 2:1–4, reminding us that the Holy Spirit wasn’t poured out for a select few, but for all people. This message invites us to be expectant, open, and ready for God to move today just as He did at Pentecost.

Upper room — Hosted by UNIVS Tasmania at The Rock Community ChurchIn From Pillars to Altars, Nadia Clark unpacks Jacob’s encounter with God in Genesis 28:18, challenges us to move beyond momentary spiritual markers and into lives of ongoing surrender. Drawing on Romans 12:1, this message calls us to become living altars — people who offer every part of their lives in worship and obedience - respon...

Join Ps. Louisa in the series - On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Punching Holes in the Darkness, as we explore how Jesus performed miracles and wonders as a man in right relationship with the Father—anointed and empowered by the Holy Spirit. This message unpacks our call to ask, be filled, and continually refilled with the Holy Spirit, living from our new identity in Christ and walking in the authorit...

Join Ps. Louisa in Part 4 of the series “On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Punching holes in the darkness is to bring the kingdom of heaven into the world as we explore Genesis 1:3 , John 1:4 and what it means being light in the darkness

Join Ps. Louisa in Part 2 of the series “On Earth as It Is in Heaven: What Is the Kingdom of God?” as we explore Mark 8:14-9:1, and our role in God's kingdom, our co-mission with the Holy Spirit.

Ps Louisa de Bruyn shares a joyful Christmas message from Luke 2:8–20, reminding us of the angel’s words: “Do not be afraid.” This message unpacks how fear works against faith, steals joy, and gives access to the enemy, while pointing us back to Jesus—the perfect Lamb, wrapped in swaddling cloths, bringing good news of great joy. A powerful encouragement to tell and celebrate good news stories, re...

Seek First the Kingdom of God Ps Louisa de Bruyn invites us into a deeper vision of life on co-mission with Jesus—rooted in intimate relationship and expressed through faithful obedience.

Ps Louisa de Bruyn calls us to live with faith-filled obedience, trusting the authority and truth of Jesus’ words. Drawing from Isaiah 6:1–8 and the call to advance God’s Kingdom, this message reminds us that we are Christ’s ambassadors—sent to make a difference, take spiritual ground by faith, and walk in wholeness across every area of life.