Esther 8 — Haman was now dead but the decree to destroy the Jews still stood. How could an irrevocable decree be reversed? What would happen? Who would stand up? How would God work? And what can we learn? These questions are answered as Pastor Brendan continues our study.
I Corinthians 16:13-18 — In this text the Apostle Paul gives five final commands to the church at Corinth. These include exhortations to be firm, watchful and courageous. These commands have always been relevant to the health of every local church. We would do well to keep them in mind as we embark upon a…
Ezekiel 24:15-27 — Ezekiel was God’s prophet to the Jewish captives in Babylon where he was given remarkable visions of God. What we don’t often focus on is that when he was just 34 years old the Lord took his wife and commanded him not to mourn for her. This is a difficult story for us to…
Acts 16:1-5 — Have you ever thought about who you influence or about how much influence you have? Everybody has some influence either positive or negative and often we have more than we realise. How much Gospel influence do you have on those around you? We are called to consider these serious questions as Pastor Brendan takes…
Genesis 10:21-32 — In this study, Steve wraps up the Table of Nations with a look at the Sons of Shem. This is a very important group as we meet the descendants of Shem throughout the pages of Scripture. Indeed, it was through the line of Shem that Messiah would come.
Acts 15:36-41 — Unfortunately contention and conflict are unavoidable this side of heaven. Even the godliest of men have disagreements that result in strife and tension. Conflict came between the great missionary team of Paul and Barnabas and it was so sharp that their partnership was broken. In this sermon, Pastor Brendan explores this story and teaches…
Luke 3:4-9 — “When our Lord and Master Jesus Christ said, “Repent”, he willed the entire life of believers to be one of repentance.” This was the first of Martin Luther’s famous 95 Theses that he posted to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. Repentance was the message that the John the Baptist preached, for…
Esther 6 — In the unfolding story of Esther, this chapter contains a series of events that highlight the sovereign hand of God in protecting His people. Haman is unexpectedly humbled and Mordecai is surprisingly exalted. Listen as Brendan takes us through the chapter, bringing us some wonderful words of encouragement along the way.
Luke 3:1-3 — Luke tells us that John came out of the wilderness preaching “the baptism of repentance for the remission of sins.” What was this all about? Why was this message so challenging for John’s audience? And what are the lessons for us today?
Luke 3:1-3 — The story of Jesus begins with the story of John the Baptist. In our study through Luke’s Gospel we come to John’s ministry. This sermon considers the world into which John came preaching God’s Word. Who was in charge? Who was responsible for leading God’s people in worship? What was life like in…