We Are Hope Church

Imogen concluded our series “Smash the Idol, Build an Altar” , focusing this week on the subtle idol of religion . Drawing from Mark 2:23–28 , she showed us that religion can appear, on the surface, to be about Sabbath observance. At a deeper level, it’s about recognising Jesus’ authority. But ultimately, Imogen reminded us that true faith is about wholehearted devotion to God — not devotion to re...

Diane continued our series “Smash the Idol, Build an Altar” , focusing this week on the idol of approval . She reminded us that every one of us is created with deep emotional needs — security , self‑worth , and significance — and that we naturally seek human approval, no matter our stage or status in life. Diane gently invited us to shift our focus and find: our security in God’s love our worth in...

Joey continues our series Smash the Idol Build an Altar speaking about the challenge of 'Self'. She speaks from Genesis 11 verses 1 to 9. The tower of Babel. We live in a world of it's all about me, getting human praise and building something for ourselves - live in comfort and entitlement. Joey explains that when we are at our most uncomfortable we call on God and listen to His voice.

Sam continued our series “Smash the Idol, Build an Altar” , focusing this week on the idol of money . He reminded us that the real issue isn’t our money — it’s our worship . Money itself isn’t bad; it’s the love of money that takes God’s place in our hearts. Sam explored the story of the rich man in Mark 10:17–27 , showing how Jesus calls us to wholehearted devotion: to love God fully and to love...

Steve speaks from Matthew 6. Worry is what happens when control becomes my idol. Steve guides us through verses 25 to 34, asking us why do we worry, look at the birds v26, look at the flowers v28-30. Worry is the illusion of control but it can not give you peace. We can trust the Father with our tomorrow, God gives us the grace for today.

Imogen opened our new series on Smashing Idols and Build an Altar , explaining that each week we will identify the personal idols in our lives, tear them down, and reveal & return to God. She reminded us that everything is at stake if we don’t fully consecrate our lives to God and make Him our Number One. Reading from 2 Kings 22 , Imogen highlighted how King Josiah chose God even when his fore...

Nicola concludes our series about prayer. She shows us examples of how Jesus struggled to find a place alone to pray: Mark 1: 9-13,32,35; Luke 10: 38; Matthew 6: 6 In Luke 5 verse 16 we are told Jesus intentionally retreated to pray Nicola encouraged us to prioritise time in His presence, building habits and learning to be still.

Steve continues our series A Prayer Shaped Life looking at the second half of the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6 verses 9 - 15. He challenges us to consider how surrender is letting go of the thing that we hold on to that we think keeps us safe and fully giving it all to Jesus. Steve speaks about God's daily provision; God's pardon for our debts but asks us to forgive others debtors no matter how hard...

Steve continues our Prayer-Shaped Life series looking at Matthew 6 and Luke 10. He starts by asking the question - How do we stay compassionate and pray Your will be done? We are asked to remember that prayer doesn't make us responsible for everything, it makes us available for something. Compassion fatigue looks like still helping but without tenderness; giving but only giving the least. To stay...

Joey speaks to us from Colossians 4 verses 2 - 6. We are encouraged to devote ourselves to being in the presence of God, spending time in prayer, being thankful and laying everything aside. The more time we spend with God means we will become more like Him and our conduct becomes more Christ-like.

Imogen speaks from Matthew 28 verses 16 -20. We have been given all authority to make disciples - an apprenticeship which is an ongoing lifetime process; to go wherever you are; baptisting them - it's a public declaration + joining a discipling community; teaching - submit to Jesus as Lord.

Ben speaks about Paul's conversion and the evidence of Jesus rising again. He challenges us to always be prepared to share our story and give an answer. Ben also challenges us to make our quiet time with God a priority.

Sam speaks from John 3 verses 16 - 17 and reminds us: We are Loved God's love is for everyone We have Eternal Life Jesus is our Saviour - He saved the world Will you believe and say 'YES’?

Ness Wilson speaks from Matthew 26 verses 17 - 30 reminding us that these are Jesus' last words and like all last words, they will never be forgotten. We are encouraged to Look Back, Look Up, Look Around, Look Ahead and Look Out.

Sam speaks from 1 Peter 4 verses 7 - 11 showing us: Serve in love - Jesus is the ultimate example Serve in joy - It's fun and a privilege to serve and be part of a ministry Serve using our gifts -We all have been given gifts from God's grace and are carries of His power. Serve others - we can all love and serve others. It's for everyone - age is not a barrier. Serve in God's strength - it all flow...

Joey concludes our series in Joshua looking at chapter 10 verses 1 - 15. As Christians we are in the greatest battle. Joey asks some challenging questions: What is our response? – Faith, endurance, integrity, proactivity. Who have we partnered with? What do we need to do? Are we believing a lie? God’s promises stand firm.

Sam continues our journey through the book of Joshua, drawing from chapter 9 to remind us of a truth we all know too well: failure is real, and none of us are exempt from it. The pivotal moment in the passage comes when the people “did not inquire of the Lord.” They moved ahead without pausing, praying, or seeking God’s wisdom. It’s a pattern we can easily fall into—leaning on our own understandin...

Steve Jefroy continues our study in the book of Joshua, looking at chapter 8 when Ai was destroyed. Joshua's confidence was knocked even after miraculous the river Jordan parting. But he listened to God and moved closer to God to hear His instruction to get up and go again. Steve reminded us that victory is not about strength, it's about obedience. Shame hides us but Grace finds us and faith grows...

Sam continues our series in the book of Josuha looking at chapter 7 when the consequences of rejecting God's authority through rebellion, corruption, weakness and lead to death. The greatest act of God's holy justice is the greatest act of His holy mercy. When sin is confessed and dealt with, holy justice is satisfied and leads to forgiveness.

Matt Naulls speaks from Joshua 6 when Joshua had to trust God's instruction for 6 days before understanding and seeing the outcome on day 7. The waiting can be hard but God's timing is perfect. Matt challenged us a question......What is God trusting us with?

Diane brings us the next part of our study of Josuha, looking at Joshua 4 & 5. After the whole nation crossed the Jordan, Joshua called together twelve men to collect twelve stones from the middle of the Jordan. These stones were a remembrance of how God was faithful and kept His promises. Our faith is strengthened when we remember what God has done for us in the past and that remembrance help...

Joey Little continues our new series in Joshua, looking at chapter 3 verses 3 - 17. We are encouraged ,like Joshua, to focus on God, reflect on the past when God moved first and then step into what God has for us with faith not fear.

Steve Jefroy starts our series going through the book of Joshua chapter 1. Courage is stepping into God's strength. Faith remembers what fear forgets. Fear forgets who God is. Faith remembers what God has already done and trusts what He has promised to do. Where is God asking you to trust Him?

Sam speaks to us on the first Sunday of 2026 from John 2 verses 2 - 11, when Jesus turned the water into wine at a wedding. We are asked to consider how following God's instruction is vital for Christian living, We are challenged to follow the call of Jesus whole-heartedly and fill our jars and fill them to the brim! (Apologies the first part of the preach is missing)

Sam speaks to us about God's rescuing love being more than just simple words, it declares His identity, it cannot change, it's undeserved and He is the source of love. God demonstrated His love by sending Jesus, His one and only son. Our response is not optional, we are called to love one another, it's not always easy but it's one of the primary ways the world catches a glimpse of God. A ccept - k...