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James 2 Part 2 Series: James Teacher: Malcolm Jarrett Sunday Morning Date: 5th July 2026 Passage: James 2:14-26 ------------------- In today's message Malcolm concludes our study in James 2, in which James argues that true saving faith is always accompanied by corresponding works. He presents two surprisingly contrasting case studies: Abraham, the father of the Jewish nation and epitome of righteo...

James 2 Part 1 Series: James Teacher: Malcolm Jarrett Sunday Morning Date: 28th June 2026 Passages: Leviticus 19:18 Matthew 22:37-40 Romans 3:28 James 2:1-13 ------------------- Today we continue our study in the book of James. Focusing on the first half of James 2, Malcolm explores the sin of partiality and how, as recipients of God's grace, we are compelled to extend that same mercy to others. W...

The Feast of Sabbath Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 21st June 2026 Passages: Genesis 2:1-3 Exodus 16:1-36 Exodus 20:8-11 Leviticus 23:3 Mark 2:23-28 Hebrews 10:25 2 Peter 3:8 ------------------- To conclude our study of the Jewish Feasts, we explore the Feast of the Sabbath. We examine how Jesus challenged the legalism of His day to restore the true heart of...

The Feast of Tabernacles Part 2 Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 14th June 2026 Passages: Numbers 29:12-23 Deuteronomy 16:13-16 Isaiah 12:1-3 John 7:37 John 19:34-35 ------------------- Today’s sermon concludes our study of the Feast of Tabernacles. It highlights how the Nation of Israel celebrated the feast corporately, and how their ceremonial embellishments...

James 1 Series: James Teacher: Malcolm Jarrett Sunday Morning Date: 7th June 2026 Passage: James 1:1-27 ------------------- Will we merely hear the Word of God, or will we do what it says? Today Malcolm begins a new series in the Book of James—often called the Proverbs of the New Testament—which explores how genuine belief translates into practical action. Discover why James prioritises everyday C...

The Feast of Tabernacles Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 31st May 2026 ------------------- Today's message concludes last week's study on the Day of Atonement, before beginning the study on the Feast of Tabernacles. The Feast of Tabernacles content begins at 26:00 in today's message. Where the Day of Atonement commanded seven days of humility, the Feast of Ta...

The Day of Atonement Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 24th May 2026 ------------------- In today's message we consider the Day of Atonement and how it points to Jesus. How does the High Priests garments illustrate Christ, God incarnate? How do the two goats depict how God deals with our sin?

The Feast of Trumpets Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 17th May 2026 ------------------- In today's sixth study we explore the Feast of Trumpets, when the shofarot are blown. What does this, the first of the autumn feasts, signify? Link to the video of shofarot being blown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpbvpE5QVKc

2 Samuel 15-16 Series: Samuel Teacher: Joe Sutton Sunday Morning Date: 10th May 2026 Passage: 2 Samuel 15:1-16:23 ------------------- In today's study we see King David flee Jerusalem from the threat of his son Absalom. We see Absalom's shrewd politics as he gathers supporters, and we see David flee even though he has the strength of the city and his own mighty men. Why does David give himself ove...

The Feast of Pentecost Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 3rd May 2026 ------------------- In today's sermon we look at the Feast of Pentecost, connecting it to the Holy Spirit's arrival in Acts 2.

The Feast of Unleavened Bread Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 26th April 2026 ------------------- In today's message we consider the Feast (or Appointed Time) of Unleavened Bread, which proceeds directly the Passover. This Feast connects to the journey out of Egypt and to the Red Sea, which further connects with our salvation experience up to baptism. Click h...

The Feast of Passover Part 2 Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 19th April 2026 ------------------- In today's message we continue to look at the "appointed time" of the Passover, looking at how aspects of the Seder traditions depict Jesus Christ.

The Feast of Firstfruits Series: The Feasts of the Jews Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 5th April 2026 Passages: Leviticus 23:9-14 Deuteronomy 26:1-11 ------------------- On Easter Sunday we begin our new, short series looking at the Feasts of the Jews. We begin with a review of the Feast of Firstfruits, exploring the connections between this feast and the resurrection of Christ. By examin...

2 Samuel 13-14 Series: Samuel Teacher: Joe Sutton Sunday Morning Date: 29th March 2026 Passage: 2 Samuel 13:23-14:33 ------------------- Continuing in 2 Samuel, we review chapter 13's details about how Absalom took revenge on Amnon, and then chapter 14 covers how Joab uses the wise woman from Tekoa to convince David to bring Absalom back to Jerusalem from his maternal home Geshur. As we do we note...

Matthew 28:16-20 - The Great Commission Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 22nd March 2026 Passage: Matthew 28:16-20 ------------------- Concluding our studies in Matthew's Gospel, we close with a review of the Great Commission. We also look at the other Gospels' presentation of the same message, and consider what this means for us. Should we all preach the gospel? Should we a...

Matthew 28 part 2 - The Evidence for the Resurrection Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 15th March 2026 Passage: Matthew 28:1-20 ------------------- In today's message we consider the evidence for the physical, bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ. We look at some of the incontrovertible historical facts around the resurrection, and why a straightforward acceptance of the real...

Matthew 28:1-10 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 8th March 2026 Passage: Matthew 28:1-10 ------------------- In today's message we begin looking at the glorious crescendo to Matthew's Gospel: the Resurrection of Jesus Christ! We consider first the vital importance for a Christian to accept and believe this truth, then look at the events that took place.

1 John 2 - Growing as a Disciple Teacher: Malcolm Jarrett Sunday Morning Date: 1st March 2026 Passage: 1 John 2:1-14 ------------------- In today's topical study, Malcom challenges us to ask ourselves where we stand in our spiritual journey. He breaks down the stages of Christian maturity—from spiritual infancy to seasoned adulthood—challenging us to move beyond a 'Sunday Morning Only' faith into...

Matthew 27:33-66 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 22nd February 2026 Passage: Matthew 27:33-66 ------------------- In today's message we consider the detail of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, pondering the gravity of what He willingly did for us. We consider some of the prophetic passages fulfilled in His death, highlighting that He knew from eternity exactly what He would...

Matthew 27:1-32 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 15th February 2026 Passage: Matthew 27:1-32 ------------------- In today's study we review the narrative of Jesus before Pilate. Pilate struggled with what to do about Jesus, a man whom he believed was righteous and yet he wanted to avoid a political faux pas. We consider the prophetic irony of Jesus Barabbas - "Jesus, son of...

Matthew 26:69 - 27:10 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 8th February 2026 Passage: Matthew 26:69-27:10 ------------------- In today's message we contrast the response of two men to their sins: Peter and Judas. One of these men goes on to be a pillar in the Church and to write Scripture, the other is lost to Hell forever. One of these men repented, the other merely showed remo...

2 Samuel 12:24 - 13:39 Series: Samuel Teacher: Joe Sutton Sunday Morning Date: 1st February 2026 Passage: 2 Samuel 12:24-13:39 ------------------- In today's study we consider the contrast of God's true love with the false, fake or weak love of Amnon, David and Absalom. The love of God is bound up in His provision of discipline, by which we know we are His sons and daughters.

Matthew 26:57-68 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 25th January 2026 Passage: Matthew 26:57-68 ------------------- Today we continue our study through Matthew 26, looking at the sham trial of Jesus before Caiaphas the high priest. What did Jesus really say, and what is the Old Testament foundation upon which He speaks? Today's study takes us to Psalm 110 and Daniel 7 to fully...

Matthew 26:47-56 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 18th January 2026 Passage: Matthew 26:47-56 ------------------- Today we start to look at the betrayal of Jesus. We consider several aspects of the events that follow that were totally illegal as far as the Jewish law was concerned, and the fact that they happened in fulfilment of many dozens of specific prophesies in the scr...

Matthew 26:36-46 part 2 Series: Matthew Teacher: Ray Kelly Sunday Morning Date: 11th January 2026 Passages: Matthew 26:36-46 John 17:1-20 ------------------- As we continue to look at Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, we review the High Priestly Prayer from John 17, looking at what was on our Lord's heart in the garden. We consider what we can learn from His prayer, and what we ourselves can simi...