Weekly Talks

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Luke 10: 38-42 Luke 10: 38-42 (NIV) Each of us is wonderfully unique, and our personalities are a gift from God.  We don't need to change our personalities, but we must invite the Holy Spirit to shape them.

By Rev Mike Uptin | 2 Corinthians 5: 16-21 2 Corinthians 5: 16-21 (NIV) We began a new series today called, ‘Who Am I?’  The question of our identity has never been more important – and, in our culture, it’s never been more confused.  Over the next eight weeks we’re seeking to get a biblical understanding of our identity, and particularly our identity as Christians.

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Mark 14: 32-42 Mark 14: 32-42 (NIV) When Jesus walked the earth, he was faithful to God the Father.  He’s also been faithful to unfaithful humanity - and he remains faithful to us, in spite of our flaws and failings.

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Mark 6: 30-44 Mark 6: 30-44 (NIV) The virtue of kindness is almost so obvious a requirement for Christians that some might think that it doesn't warrant talking about.  However, when we remember that the standard is Jesus, we begin to realise that we still fall a long way short.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Luke 4:1-13 Luke 4:1-13 (NIV) We started a new mini-series today called the ‘Fruit of the Spirit’. When we give our lives to Jesus and receive the Holy Spirit, certain characteristics begin to develop in our lives. Over a three week period we’ll be looking at three aspects of the fruit of the Holy Spirit, starting today with self-control.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 18: 20 – 19: 17 Genesis 18: 20 – 19: 17 (NIV) We worship a just God—who does not overlook evil. Today, we confronted one of Scripture's most harrowing episodes: the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. Yet even in judgment, God's mercy breaks through, as seen in his rescue of Lot and his family.     This passage ultimately points us to Jesus—the Righteous One...

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 17: 1-27 Genesis 17: 1-27 (NIV) In previous weeks we saw that God promised to give Abraham countless descendants and ratified it with a covenant.  Today we focussed on the final stage of the covenant making process.  2000 years later, Jesus fulfilled God’s covenant with Abraham and brought in a new covenant.  The sign of the Old Covenant was circumcision – and the si...

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 16: 1-13 Genesis 16: 1-13 (NIV) God promised Abram and Sarai a son, but when nothing seemed to be happening they grew impatient and deviated from God’s plan (again) – and created all kinds of problems (again).  But God remained faithful, not just to Abram and Sarai, but also to the slave girl, who got mixed up in their mess.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Ephesians 1: 15-23 Ephesians 1: 15-23  Today we celebrated the Day of Pentecost – when God poured out his Holy Spirit on all believers.  As Christians, it’s not enough to understand who the Holy Spirit is and what he does – we also need to allow ourselves to be guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit in our everyday lives.

by Bp John Roundhill | Genesis 15: 1-21 Genesis 15: 1-21 (NIV) Yahweh made a covenant with Abraham, that his descendants would be more numerous than the stars. The Lord was true to his word, and Israel became a great nation. Today we live under a new covenant, whereby all who accept Jesus are included in God's family. 

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 13: 5-18 and 14: 18-24 Genesis 13: 5-18 and 14: 18-24 (NIV) In last week's reading, Abram set us a very poor example of how to live by faith.  This week it’s the opposite; he sets us a great example of what it means to trust and glorify the Lord.  All within a passage that clearly points to Jesus – the one in whom we place our trust.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 12: 10-20 Genesis 12: 10-20 (NIV) Following God’s ways doesn’t guarantee us an easy life, but doubting God and rejecting his ways will invariably make our lives more difficult and complicated.  Abram had faith, but he also had doubts, and his doubts led him to make the most appalling decisions.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Genesis 12: 1-9 Genesis 12: 1-9 (NIV) God called Abraham and told him to ‘Go’.  In a similar way Jesus called the disciples and told them to ‘Go’.  We are the latest in a long line of believers tasked with carrying forward God’s great rescue plan.

By Rev Charlie Lacey |  Matthew 28: 16-20  Matthew 28: 16-20 (NIV)   The Great Commission is not an optional extra, rather, it lies at the heart of what it means to be a Christian. Today we explored what making disciples looks like in our daily lives. 

by Rev Charlie Lacey |  Matthew 28: 1-15   Matthew 28: 1-15 (NIV) Today, we celebrated the most important, exciting, and impactful event in the history of the world: the resurrection of Jesus. This event assures us that death is not the end—there is life beyond the grave for those who put their trust in Jesus. 

By Rev Trevor Adams | Isaiah 53: 1-7 & Matthew 27: 11-66 Isaiah 53: 1-7 & Matthew 27: 11-66 (NIV) As part of the court case against Jesus, he was brought to the Roman governor who asked Him the pertinent question, "Are you the king of the Jews?"

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Matthew 26: 6-56  After supper we examined two contrasting responses to Jesus; that of the woman, who anointed Jesus with expensive perfume, and Judas, who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver.

by Rev Charlie Lacey |  Matthew 21: 1-17  Matthew 21: 1-17 (NIV)   Today we celebrated Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem as King. A few days later the atmosphere turned sour – but we know that Jesus was and is the true King and the crowds were right to welcome him. 

by Rev Charlie Lacey | Matthew 19: 16-30 Matthew 19: 16-30 (NIV) Following Jesus comes at a cost, but it is nothing compared to what we stand to gain. The rich young man in Matthew's Gospel was so attached to his wealth and possessions that he couldn't follow Jesus. He is the only person in the Gospels who encountered Jesus and went away sad. Materialism remains one of the greatest chall...

 by Rev Charlie Lacey | Matthew 17: 1-13  Matthew 17: 1-13 (NIV) The Transfiguration, when Jesus' glory was revealed to Peter, James, and John, was both a literal and figurative mountaintop experience. It offers valuable lessons on how we navigate the spiritual highs and lows of life. 

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Matthew 16: 13-20 Matthew 16: 13-20 (NIV) There was an occasion when Jesus asked his disciples the most important question of all.  It was the most important question for them, and it’s the most important question for us. ‘Who do you say I am?’  Who is Jesus? That is the question upon which everything hangs. 

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Matthew 15: 21-28 Matthew 15: 21-28 (NIV) Today, we focussed on one of the more socially taboo interactions that Jesus had.  And we observed a response to Jesus which was simultaneously humble, bold, faith-filled and discerning.

by Rev Trevor Adams |  2 Peter 3: 3-13  2 Peter 3: 3-13 (NIV) Unfortunately, we were unable to meet today as the school is closed. However, the testimonies in this podcast remind us of the Lord’s goodness and faithfulness, which we continue to see and experience in countless ways.

By Rev Charlie Lacey | Isaiah 58: 1-12 Isaiah 58: 1-12 (NIV)

By Rev Charlie Lacey |  Matthew 8: 5-13 Matthew 8: 5-13 (NIV) By fully trusting in Jesus’ authority and power, the Centurion amazed even Jesus with his incredible faith. Let us pray for that same unwavering faith, recognizing that Jesus alone can help us in every situation.