Franklin Baptist Church

Exploring Mark 2 and 3, Hamish Baxter contrasts religious rule-keeping with the transforming call of Jesus. Through stories of healing, mercy, and radical inclusion, this message challenges us to let Jesus reshape our assumptions and asks the deeply personal question: Will I follow Him wherever He leads?

Zane Brown reflects on Jesus’ invitation to His first disciples: “Come, follow me.” This message encourages us to rediscover the adventure of following Christ, trusting His leading, and stepping beyond our fears and distractions as we participate in God’s work in the world.

Hamish Baxter begins Mark’s Gospel by exploring John the Baptist’s call to repentance and Jesus’ arrival as the long-awaited Messiah. This message invites us to turn from self-rule, embrace God’s kingdom, and respond to Jesus’ call to follow Him as the One who brings us back into relationship with God.

Reflecting on 1 Peter 2, Hamish Baxter explores what it means to be “living stones” continually shaped around Jesus, the Cornerstone. This message challenges us to remain responsive to Christ, grow together as His church, and make room for others to discover the life and hope found in Him.

Drawing on the story of Zacchaeus, Carol explores how hospitality creates opportunities for transformation. This message encourages us to welcome others into our lives, serve with love, and create spaces where people can encounter Jesus, whether in our homes, workplaces, schools, or communities.

Greg Blok reflects on God’s call to mission through the story of Mary’s faithful “yes” and his own experiences in cross-cultural ministry. This message reminds us that following Jesus involves transformation, surrender, and participation in God’s work, wherever He calls us to serve.

Hamish examines challenging biblical passages often used to limit women in church leadership, exploring them in their historical and theological context. This message calls the church to look carefully at Scripture, follow the example of Jesus, and affirm the full participation of women in ministry, leadership, and the life of the church.

Continuing the theme of joy, Hamish Baxter explores how Scripture, worship, obedience, and meaningful work become places where we encounter God. Rather than manufacturing happiness, these gifts help us recognize the presence of Jesus, the true source of joy, and participate in the saving work He is doing in us and through us.

Hamish Baxter reflects on the Emmaus Road story and the theme of joy in the aftermath of Easter. This message reminds us that even in seasons of confusion, grief, or “Easter Saturday,” Jesus is present with us—and that true joy is often closer than we realise, found in His presence.

Hamish Baxter concludes the Acts 2 series by exploring how we connect other people’s stories with God’s story. This message challenges us to move beyond simply sharing our faith, and instead recognise how God is already at work—inviting others to encounter Jesus in deeper, more personal ways.

Zane Brown unpacks the biblical theme of kingship, revealing Jesus as the true and perfect King. Tracing God’s sovereignty from creation to Christ, this message invites us to surrender fully to His rule—living as people shaped by His kingdom, reflecting His character, and trusting His authority in every area of life.

This message explores the global mission of the Church and the invitation to join God’s work of justice and renewal. Reflecting on the Acts 2 movement, we are encouraged to participate in God’s mission—responding to real needs and embracing our role in a worldwide movement of faith and action.

Chris Chamberlain shares a powerful message on justice as a core expression of God’s heart. From personal story to global perspective, this sermon calls us to notice injustice, respond with compassion, and live as people who reflect God’s kingdom—bringing hope, restoration, and practical change in the world.

Hamish Baxter explores the call to love God and love others through practical acts of service. Drawing from Acts 2, this message invites us to live out our faith in everyday moments—responding to need, showing compassion, and becoming people whose lives visibly reflect the love of Jesus.

Hamish explores the Great Commission and the power of God’s Word as His “love letter” to the world. This message challenges us to make the gospel accessible to all people—living it out, sharing it relationally, and helping others encounter Jesus in ways that are real, clear, and transformative.

As we look toward the year 2033, Elijah Brown challenges the global Church to rediscover the power of the Acts 2 community. This message calls us to prayer, mission, generosity, and witness—believing that what God did then, He can do again today.

Our youth share stories from Easter Camp—moments of worship, courage, prayer, and encountering God. This celebration highlights how God is moving among young people and invites our whole church to rejoice, give thanks, and continue praying for the seeds planted over Easter.

As storms rage around us, this service reflects on how all creation praises God and how we are called to trust Him in every season. Through Scripture, reflection, and communion, we’re invited to listen for God’s voice and live faithfully, even amid uncertainty.

In this Easter message, Hamish Baxter invites us to rediscover Christian hope—not as wishful thinking, but as a person. Grounded in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, this sermon speaks to those navigating uncertainty and reminds us that Christ holds us, even in the hardest seasons.

Reflecting on Palm Sunday and Peter’s denial, Tim Palmer explores the highs and lows of faith and the grace of Jesus that remains unchanged. This message invites honest reflection as we prepare our hearts for Easter and respond afresh to Christ’s invitation.

As we prepare our hearts for Easter, Sandra Bruin reflects on our identity in Christ through Philippians 2:5–11. Secure in who we are in Jesus, we are invited to release what we cling to or strive for, and step into deeper freedom, humility, and joy in our relationships with one another.

With Easter approaching, Hamish Baxter leads us into the practice of praying together—seeking God’s work in us, in our Easter camps, and in our neighbourhoods. Through Scripture, simple prayer frameworks, and community reflection, this sermon invites us to prepare our hearts and partner with God in what He is doing.

It's the final week in our series ‘Made to worship’. Hamish Baxter reflects on Paul and Silas in Acts 16, showing how worship in suffering becomes a powerful witness to God’s Kingdom. This sermon invites us to live under Jesus’ lordship, trusting God in every circumstance, so that our worship shapes, reveals, and transforms the world around us.

Hamish Baxter reflects on the story of the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet, exploring how true worship flows from deep gratitude. This sermon invites us into intentional, embodied, and costly worship—responding to God’s grace with generosity, humility, and wholehearted devotion in every area of life. Luke 7:36-50 and Mark 12:41-44.

Hamish Baxter unpacks how serving others is a vital expression of worship. Drawing from Scripture, this message challenges us to live lives shaped by gratitude, humility, and love. Discover how faithful, everyday service reflects our devotion to God and advances His Kingdom. Lk 2: 36-38, Rom 12:1-2, Heb 12:28-13:5.