Join us for worship online. Let us know you are watching.

Join us for worship online. Let us know you are watching.

Join us for worship online. Let us know you are watching.

People today virtually worship and glorify celebrities and ideologies, anything but God. They fill sports stadiums, worshipping men kicking a ball, but reject the Creator God. We discuss this vanity. #Idolatry #ModernIdolatry #CelebrityWorship #FalseIdols #SpiritualAwakening #Faith #Religion #Christianity #Worship #God

Let's speak life and encourage each other! See others through the eyes of the Lord. Create a culture of support and love! Be modern-day Barnabases! Comfort, encourage, exhort! 💖 #SpeakLife #Encouragement #Inspiration #Kindness #Love #Faith #Motivation #Christianity #Support #Positivity

We discuss the choice between friendship with Christ and the world, highlighting a young man's experience. Despite facing ridicule for his faith, we remained steadfast in Christianity during teenage years. Choosing God brings lasting rewards. #Faith #Christianity #FriendshipWithGod #TeenFaith #ReligiousChoice #Inspiration #Testimony #SpiritualGrowth #Believe #JesusChrist

This powerful message, based on Ephesians 5:25-27, celebrates the church as God’s redeemed people, a living organism founded on Christ, called to be a family, a flock, and a force in a broken world.

Discover what it means to be part of Christ’s glorious church, empowered to storm the gates of hell and shine as His radiant bride. Perfect for believers seeking to understand the church’s role and grow in faith!

Scripture Focus:
Ephesians 5:25-27: “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; that he might sanctify and cleanse it… that he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle… holy and without blemish.”
Matthew 16:18: “I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”
1 Corinthians 3:10-11: Christ as the cornerstone of the church.
Colossians 1:18: Jesus as the head of the body, the church.
Acts 4:12: Salvation through Jesus’ name alone.

Key Themes Explored:
The Foundation of the Church: Built on Christ’s unshakable identity as Saviour, not human effort.
The Identity of the Church: A family bound by brotherly love, a flock led by the Good Shepherd, and a force storming the gates of hell.
The Mission of the Church: To develop daring, devoted disciples who proclaim Jesus daily and reach the lost.
The Destiny of the Church: To be presented as Christ’s spotless, radiant bride, holy and without blemish.
The Church’s Role Today: To uphold biblical truth as the pillar and ground of truth in a world consumed by lies.

Why Watch This Sermon?
This sermon is a call to embrace the privilege of being part of Christ’s church, to move beyond criticism and become “backbones” of the church, actively contributing to its mission. This message inspires you to live boldly for Christ and make an eternal impact.

Sermon Outline:
Foundation: Christ’s Church
Built on Jesus, the cornerstone (1 Corinthians 3:11).
Jesus’ promise: “I will build my church” (Matthew 16:18).
Purchased by Christ’s blood, a priceless assembly (Ephesians 5:25).

Identity: Family, Flock, Force
Family: A household of God, united in brotherly love (Ephesians 2:19, Hebrews 13:1).
Flock: Guided by the Good Shepherd, hearing His voice (John 10:11, Psalm 23).
Force: Storming the gates of hell to rescue captives (Matthew 16:18, Genesis 22:17).

Character: A Holy People
Sanctified by the Word, striving for holiness (1 Peter 1:15).
Upholding truth as the pillar and ground of truth (1 Timothy 3:15).
Inspired by martyrs who died for the Word, like the Waldensians.

Mission: Daring Disciples
Making disciples, not decisions (Matthew 28:19).
Daily praising, praying, serving, and proclaiming (Acts 2:46-47, 5:42).
Boldness in sharing the gospel, as seen in Acts (4:12, 5:41).

Destiny: The Glorious Bride
Presented spotless and radiant to Christ (Ephesians 5:27).
Transformed from glory to glory (2 Corinthians 3:18).
Giving all glory to Jesus, like the healed leper (Luke 17:15-18).

Biblical Examples:
Peter’s Confession: The church’s foundation on Christ’s identity (Matthew 16:16).
Early Church in Acts: Ordinary believers, bold and unified, transforming the world (Acts 4:13, 2:46).
Waldensians: Martyrs who died for the Word, inspiring us to stand firm.
Missionaries like John McKenzie: Prayed to reach the darkest places, modeling disciple-making passion.

Practical Applications:
Be a Backbone: Contribute to the church’s mission, not just criticise (avoid being a wishbone, jawbone, or knucklebone).
Prioritise Truth: Focus on the Word of God over amenities like parking or programs.
Live as the Church: Don’t just attend church; embody its mission daily in the world.
Share the Gospel: Carry gospel tracts and seize opportunities to reach the lost.
Glorify God: Let your life reflect Christ’s glory, giving Him all honor.

Video Highlights:
[0:07] Pentecost Sunday: The church empowered and revealed.
[0:59] Don’t criticise the church; get involved and man the oars.
[1:07] Ephesians 5:25-27: Christ’s love for His glorious church.
[4:37] The foundation: Christ, the unshakable cornerstone.
[12:33] The identity: Family, flock, and force.
[27:34] The mission: Boldness in Acts to preach Jesus daily.
[44:06] The destiny: A spotless bride presented to Christ.
[54:01] Closing prayer: Gratitude for the privilege of fellowship.

Who Should Watch?
Christians wanting to deepen their understanding of the church’s purpose.
Believers seeking inspiration to serve actively in their local church.
Bible study groups exploring Pentecost and the church’s mission.
Anyone curious about how to live as Christ’s church in a dark world.

Subscribe & Stay Connected:
Join our community for weekly sermons and Bible studies that equip you to live as Christ’s church. Subscribe and hit the bell for notifications. Share this message to encourage others to embrace their role in God’s glorious church!

An informal men's choir presents a classic hymn at our church social night.

I love to tell the story
Of unseen things above,
Of Jesus and His glory,
Of Jesus and His love.
I love to tell the story,
Because I know ’tis true;
It satisfies my longings
As nothing else can do.

I love to tell the story,
’Twill be my theme in glory
To tell the old, old story
of Jesus and His love.
2
I love to tell the story;
More wonderful it seems
Than all the golden fancies
Of all my golden dreams,
I love to tell the story,
It did so much for me;
And that is just the reason
I tell it now to thee.
3
I love to tell the story;
’Tis pleasant to repeat
What seems each time I tell it,
More wonderfully sweet.
I love to tell the story;
For some have never heard
The message of salvation
From God’s own holy Word.
4
I love to tell the story;
For those who know it best
Seem hungering and thirsting
To hear it like the rest.
And when, in scenes of glory,
I sing the new, new song,
’Twill be the old, old story,
That I have loved so long.

A powerful sermon about the Christian’s daily fight against the challenges of this world. Based on key scriptures like Romans 12:2, Ephesians 2:2, Matthew 4:1-11, and 1 John 2:15-17, this message confronts the battles we face—physical, emotional, and spiritual—and offers biblical steps to victory through Jesus Christ. If you’re struggling with the pressures of life, work, family, or the evils of the world, this sermon is for you!

Scripture Focus:
Romans 12:2: “Be not conformed to this world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
Ephesians 2:2: Describes the “course of this world” and the influence of the “prince of the power of the air.”
Matthew 4:1-11: Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness, overcoming sin, the devil, and the world.
1 John 2:15-17: “Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world… he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.”
John 16:33: “In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”

Key Themes:
The Nature of the World: Understand the five dimensions of “the world”—physical, human, moral, temporal, and the coming world when Jesus returns.
The Struggle is Real: Acknowledge the daily battles with finances, health, family, work, and societal evils like abortion, and gender ideology.

Jesus’ Victory: Find hope in Jesus’ triumph over the world, as seen in His wilderness temptation and His declaration in John 16:33.

Steps to Victory: Learn practical, biblical steps to overcome worldly pressures by walking with Jesus, relying on Scripture, and trusting the Holy Spirit.

Why Watch This Sermon?
This heartfelt message resonates with anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges—whether it’s mismatched socks, an empty gas tank, workplace stress, or the weight of a godless world. The preacher shares personal struggles, from health issues to family conversations, and connects them to the universal Christian battle against the world’s temptations and trials. With raw honesty and scriptural grounding, this sermon inspires believers to stand firm, reject worldliness, and find peace in Christ’s victory.

Sermon Outline:
What is the World?
The physical world: creation, cosmos, and geography.
The human world: society, education, and culture.
The moral world: societal values and behaviours.
The temporal world: the fleeting nature of time.
The coming world: Jesus’ return and the new creation.

The Struggle in This World:
Personal battles: finances, health, family, and work.
Societal evils: abortion, gender experiments, anti-Semitism, and oppressive systems.
Scriptural warnings: 1 John 2:15-17 and James 4:4 on the dangers of loving the world.

Jesus Has Won:
Jesus’ victory over temptation in Matthew 4:1-11.
His declaration in John 16:33: “I have overcome the world.”
Examples like Lot’s wife and Jesus before Pilate (John 18:36) show the choice between this world and God’s kingdom.

Steps to Victory:
Walk with Jesus, as He prayed for us in John 17:20-24.
Do God’s will to abide forever (1 John 2:17).
Rely on Scripture, as Jesus did in the wilderness.
Trust the Holy Spirit, who is greater than the world (1 John 4:4).
Stay alert and pray to escape worldly traps (Luke 21:34-36).

Biblical Examples:
Jesus’ Temptation: Overcame the world’s allure by quoting Scripture (Matthew 4:1-11).
Lot’s Wife: A warning against clinging to the world (Genesis 19).
Paul’s Testimony: The world was crucified to him through the cross (Galatians 6:14).
David and Others: Chronicles 29:15 reminds us we are sojourners, passing through this temporary world.

Practical Applications:
Reject Worldliness: Avoid friendship with the world, which is enmity with God (James 4:4).
Stay Rooted in Scripture: Use God’s Word to combat temptation, as Jesus did.
Pray Continually: Seek strength to overcome tribulation, as Jesus instructed in Luke 21:34-36.
Trust the Holy Spirit: Greater is He in you than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
Focus on Eternity: Live for God’s will, knowing this world is temporary.

Additional Scriptures:
John 17:20-24: Jesus’ prayer for believers to be one with Him.
Galatians 6:14: The world is crucified to us through the cross.
1 Chronicles 29:15: We are sojourners, passing through this world.
Luke 21:34-36: Stay alert and pray to escape worldly traps.

Video Highlights:
[0:07] Introduction: Are you battling in the world?
[1:31] Jesus understood our battles with sin, the devil, and the world.
[2:14] Frustrations with worldly evils: abortion, gender ideology, anti-Semitism, and more.
[5:05] Romans 12:2: Be transformed, not conformed to this world.
[9:20] Jesus’ victory over temptation in Matthew 4:1-11.
[10:40] Four main points: What is the world, the struggle, Jesus’ victory, and steps to overcome.
[18:30] John 16:33: Jesus has overcome the world, giving us peace.
[31:39] Closing prayer: Surrender to Jesus and find strength to overcome the world.