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The Dangerous Presence of God

Nick Louw — Sun, 10 May 2026 09:30:00 +0100

The Dangerous Presence of God

Series: Leviticus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 10th May 2026

Passage: Leviticus 10:1-11

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Most of us don’t think much about safety rules… until something powerful is involved.

You want the pilot to follow protocol. You want barriers around high voltage. Because deep down, we know some things are too dangerous to approach carelessly.

Leviticus reveals that the same is true of God — and that’s exactly why He made a way for sinful people to draw near to Him safely.

The question is: are you approaching Him the right way?

This next message is confronting, hopeful, and more relevant than you might expect. Lean in, listen closely, and share it with someone searching for more than empty religion.

Deputised by the High King of Heaven

Dylan Marais — Sun, 03 May 2026 09:30:00 +0100

Deputised by the High King of Heaven

Series: Leviticus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd May 2026

Passage: Leviticus 8:1-36

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There’s something captivating about being knighted – taking a knee as one person, and rising with a new identity and purpose.

We’re drawn to it… But most of us feel more disqualified than chosen.

Leviticus confronts that lie – not with pressure, but with mercy. Because God doesn’t wait for you to be worthy… He makes you ready.

So the question is: are you still holding back… or stepping into what He’s already called you to?

Lean in – this one might change how you see your purpose.

The Problem of Sin

Dylan Marais — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:30:00 +0100

The Problem of Sin

Series: Leviticus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th April 2026

Passages:

Leviticus 4:27-35
Leviticus 6:1-7

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How clean do you feel?

For most of us, it’s surface-level – good enough to get through the day. But what if the real issue isn’t what’s on the outside… but what’s going on underneath?

Leviticus confronts something we’d rather avoid: sin isn’t just what you do – it’s in you. Not just the obvious failures, but the ones you don’t even notice. And without a way to deal with it, you wouldn’t escape it… You’d be carrying it, day after day.

Which raises a bigger question: what actually makes someone clean?

The next message in our series doesn’t avoid that tension – it walks straight into it… and what it reveals might be more freeing than you expect.

Nick Louw — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Peter, the Coward

Series: Breaking Point

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd March 2026

Passage: John 18:1-27

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Everyone has a plan… until life hits hard. Peter was certain he would never deny Jesus – but in a moment of pressure, everything changed. What happened – and what does it mean for us today? Click to listen to the first instalment of our Easter series and discover how Peter’s story speaks to your own walk with God.

Jesus Is Bigger Then You Think

Dylan Marais — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Jesus Is Bigger Then You Think

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 15th March 2026

Passage: Matthew 22:41-46

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Most of us know how we treat something that’s truly valuable. A meaningful gift, something rare, or something given by someone we love – we handle it differently. We protect it. We treasure it. We recognise its worth.

But what about Jesus?

As our Matthew series continues, Jesus turns the tables on the religious leaders who have been questioning Him all along. With one simple question, He exposes a deeper issue – how easily people can stand close to the truth without recognising its true value.

This message invites you to pause and reconsider who Jesus really is, and what that means for how we respond to Him. Click to listen to the latest instalment in our Matthew series and discover why recognising Jesus rightly changes everything.

All You Need Is Love

Nick Louw — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000

All You Need Is Love

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th March 2026

Passage: Matthew 22:34-40

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Most people who enjoy rugby are familiar with the basics of the game. The forward pass, the offside line, the try. However, few of us have ever taken the time to study the full rule book. We learn just enough to follow along and enjoy the match.

It’s easy to treat faith the same way – picking up a few familiar ideas, learning the rhythms of church, and assuming we’ve understood the essentials.

As our Matthew series continues, Jesus is asked a question about the law – one meant to draw Him into a debate about rules and priorities. But His answer cuts through the noise in a way no one expected, revealing something far deeper about what God has always been after.

This message invites you to step back and reconsider what truly matters in a life of faith. Click to listen to the latest instalment in our Matthew series and rediscover the heart of what God has been calling His people to all along.

The Life-Changing Power of God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The Life-Changing Power of God

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st March 2026

Passage: Matthew 22:23-33

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Many of us grew up with Bible phrases we never questioned. They sounded right. They felt familiar. And over time, we assumed we had truth figured out. But what happens when a confident belief is built on a misunderstanding?

As our Matthew series continues, Jesus is asked a clever question about the future – one meant to expose the limits of faith and make hope seem unrealistic. Instead of debating details, Jesus tells a much bigger story. One that reaches back through history and quietly asks whether we’ve underestimated both the truth… and the God behind it.

This message invites you to rethink what you believe about life, death, and what comes next – and why the faithfulness of God still matters today. Click to listen and rediscover a hope grounded not in slogans, but in the life-changing power of God.

Everyone Wants a Piece of Me

Nick Louw — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Everyone Wants a Piece of Me

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd February 2026

Passage: Matthew 22:15-22

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Most of us live feeling stretched thin – pulled in every direction by deadlines, bills, expectations, and the quiet pressure to keep everything together. Our time is divided, our attention fragmented, and even our best intentions feel crowded out by what’s loudest and most urgent.

As our Matthew series continues, Jesus is drawn into a tense exchange about money and authority – but what unfolds reaches far deeper than taxes. Beneath the surface, a much bigger question is being asked: when everything is competing for you, who – or what – truly has claim over your life?

This unmissable message speaks directly to the exhaustion of modern life, gently challenging what we give ourselves to and why it matters. Click to listen and discover how Jesus reframes belonging in a way that brings clarity, freedom, and hope – right where you are.

Responding to the Ultimate Invitation

Nick Louw — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Responding to the Ultimate Invitation

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 15th February 2026

Passage: Matthew 22:1-14

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Few things spark anticipation like a wedding invitation. Months of expectation, a sense that something special is coming, and when the day arrives, everyone knows it matters how you respond – and how you show up.

In the next instalment of our Matthew series, Jesus tells a story that begins with celebration and generosity, but quickly exposes how easy it is to misunderstand the invitation altogether. What starts as joy turns searching, revealing that being invited is one thing – being ready is another.

Click to listen and discover what our King freely provides, why His invitation is far more gracious than we imagine, and what it means to respond in a way that leads not to exclusion, but to lasting hope and belonging.

How to Avoid the Worst Mistake of Your Life

Dylan Marais — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

How to Avoid the Worst Mistake of Your Life

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th February 2026

Passage: Matthew 21:33-46

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We all know the feeling of putting something off because it doesn’t feel urgent… yet. Assuming there will be time to deal with it later. Expecting patience without ever asking what it’s for.

As our Matthew series continues, Jesus tells a story that sounds simple on the surface – but it carries a sharp edge. It confronts how easily familiarity can turn into presumption, and how quickly grace can be misunderstood.

Click to listen to the latest message and discover why this moment in Matthew refuses to let us stay comfortable, and why it may be more hopeful than it first appears.

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Ross Anderson — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Christ is Lord of All: A Forgotten Reality - Church and World

Preacher: Ross Anderson

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th January 2026

Passages:

Hebrews 1:1-3
Revelation 19:11-16

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In a world shaped by shifting values, political uncertainty, and cultural noise, many Christians feel unsure of their place. Faith often becomes private, quiet, and confined, while society moves on without reference to the King we confess.

This sermon explores a comforting yet challenging truth: if Christ is Lord of all, then His reign extends beyond personal belief into the way the Church lives within society. Not through control or withdrawal, but through faithful presence, steady hope, and courageous love.

Listen to our latest sermon and reconsider how Christ’s lordship shapes everyday life in an uncertain world.

Serving the King in 2026

Dylan Marais — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Serving the King in 2026

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th January 2026

Passage: Isaiah 9:7

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As one year ends and another begins, many of us feel a strange mix of hope and uncertainty. We want to believe the next year will be better, yet the noise, pressure, and turmoil of the world around us threaten to steal our joy before January even arrives.

So what have you resolved to do in 2026? Maybe it’s to grow closer to God. To feel more grounded. More confident. More secure in your faith. But how does that actually happen – especially when motivation fades, and life gets busy again?

This final message in our Gifts of Christmas series challenges some of our most common assumptions about spiritual growth. It points to a surprising pathway God uses to shape our hearts, steady our hope, and carry us through uncertain seasons – one that often gets overlooked, yet makes all the difference.

Click to listen to the final instalment of Gifts of Christmas and step into 2026 with renewed trust, lasting joy, and a deeper confidence in God’s sovereign plan – no matter what the year holds.

Dylan Marais — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Finding The Joy of Christmas

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th December 2025

Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

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Christmas is meant to be joyful, yet for many, the closer we get to the day, the harder it is to find. Between the stress, the pressure, and the whirlwind of expectations, the season can leave you feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or secretly running on empty. Joy feels rare… maybe even out of reach.

But Christmas joy was never meant to be fragile or fleeting. This message will help you rediscover what real joy is, where it truly comes from, and why it can carry you not just through December – but through every season of your life.

listen to the second message in our Gifts of Christmas series and reclaim the joy your heart has been missing.

The Age Of Disclosure

Nick Louw — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Age Of Disclosure

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th November 2025

Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a world full of misinformation, noise, and uncertainty, you’re not alone. With AI reshaping everything around us, it’s easy to wonder whether real truth still exists.

This message will remind you that truth does exist and it’s closer, steadier, and more life-giving than anything the internet can offer. Click to listen to the first message in our new sermon series on The Gifts of Christmas and uncover the truth your heart has been searching for.

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Change What We Fear

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Change What We Fear

Series: Isaiah

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd November 2025

Passage: Isaiah 8:11-18

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Our social media feeds are overflowing with whispers of conspiracy theories – and surprisingly, Isaiah’s world wasn’t all that different. Surrounded by political tension, uncertainty, and the threat of war, people were gripped by fear, speculation, and the constant feeling that they didn’t know what to believe.

In the final instalment of our Isaiah series, we step into that ancient moment and discover that God speaks with clarity into the very same confusion we face today. When truth feels hard to find and anxiety feels impossible to escape, Isaiah offers wisdom that still cuts through the noise – a reminder that brings perspective, steadiness, and deep hope to a world that’s lost both.

Hear what God says to people living in confusing times – people like us.

Comfort and Complacency

Dylan Marais — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Comfort and Complacency

Series: Isaiah

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th November 2025

Passage: Isaiah 40:1-11

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We’re all chasing comfort – in our routines, our relationships, our plans, and the places we hope will steady us. Yet despite all our efforts, many of us still feel restless, overwhelmed, or quietly disconnected from the peace we long for.

Isaiah speaks directly into that everyday struggle. He suggests that the comfort we’re searching for isn’t out of reach, but we may be looking for it in places that can’t truly restore us. And the real reason we feel unsettled might be closer to the heart than we realise.

This message offers a surprising, hope-filled invitation to experience lasting comfort – the kind that strengthens your faith, steadies your emotions, and transforms how you face the pressures of daily life.

If you’ve been longing for peace, clarity, or a fresh sense of God’s presence, this message may open the door to the comfort you’ve been missing.

Singing in the Ruins

Nick Louw — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Singing in the Ruins

Series: Isaiah

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th November 2025

Passage: Isaiah 52:9-10

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Some days, it feels like the world is falling apart – and maybe, so are we. We scroll through bad news, carry private battles no one sees, and wonder if God is still at work in all this wreckage.

Isaiah dares to say yes. He paints a picture of hope bursting into enemy territory, of prisoners hearing the first sounds of rescue echo through the ruins. God’s mighty arm has moved. Redemption has begun.

This message will help you rediscover how to sing again – even when life still feels broken. Listen to the third instalment in our sermon series to learn to sing to yourself, sing to one another, and sing to the world, as you remember that God’s story doesn’t end in despair, but in deliverance.

God Returns

Dylan Marais — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

God Returns

Series: Isaiah

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd November 2025

Passage: Isaiah 52:7-13

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When life breaks down, the best news you can hear is, “Help is on the way.” That’s how biblical salvation works — God comes down to where we are stuck to save us.

In Isaiah 52:8 God's people rejoice that God has returned to save them. Listen as we continue in our Isaiah series and be reminded “Help is on the way.”

Beautiful Feet

Nick Louw — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Beautiful Feet

Series: Isaiah

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th October 2025

Passage: Isaiah 52:1-7

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We spend our lives chasing beauty – shaping what others see, polishing what time wears down. But what if the beauty God celebrates has nothing to do with appearance, and everything to do with purpose?

Centuries ago, Isaiah looked at weary, dust-covered feet and called them beautiful, not for how they looked, but for the message they carried.

As we begin our new series in Isaiah, discover a kind of beauty the world can’t measure – one that belongs to every believer who carries the Good News of Jesus. Because when your life brings hope to others, your feet are already beautiful.

This message will challenge how you define beauty, and remind you that every step you take in His name tells a story worth sharing.

Dylan Marais — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Haves and the Have Nots

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 5th October 2025

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If you’ve ever thought about emigrating, you know how intense the process can be – paperwork, requirements, proof that you’re valuable enough to be accepted.

Now imagine applying for entry into the Kingdom of Heaven. What would you need to qualify? What could you possibly offer that would make you worthy of citizenship there?

In this week’s message, we uncover Jesus’ surprising answer – one that flips everything we believe about worth, success, and belonging upside down. Listen now to discover what Heaven values most, and why that’s the best news you’ll ever hear.

Jesus on Sex, Marriage, and Singleness

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Jesus on Sex, Marriage, and Singleness

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th September 2025

Passage: Matthew 19:1-12

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Today’s society is full of contradictions. Sex and marriage are simultaneously seen as nothing important and as everything that matters. Jesus rejects both those views but instead calls us to cultivate a deeply counter-cultural attitude.

In our latest sermon, we see the worldly mindset reflected in the Pharisees’ questions to Jesus: always looking for loopholes, limits, and escape clauses. But Jesus refuses to play that game. He points us back to God’s original design – a vision for sex, marriage, and singleness that is higher, deeper, and far better than anything the world offers.

This message will confront cultural lies, challenge how you see relationships, and invite you into God’s better way – whether you’re single, married, or still figuring out what’s next.

God’s Extravagant Forgiveness

Dylan Marais — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0100

God’s Extravagant Forgiveness

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st September 2025

Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

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Forgiveness is easy to talk about – until you’re face-to-face with the one who hurt you most.

In this next instalment of our series, we explore the extravagance of God’s grace and the challenge of passing it on to those around us.

What if the forgiveness you’ve received didn’t stop with you? This message invites you into a life where mercy flows freely, relationships are healed, and God’s love is made visible in how we treat one another. Click to discover how one act of grace could transform not just your relationships, but your entire church experience.

The Privilege of Belonging to the People of God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Privilege of Belonging to the People of God

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th September 2025

Passage: Matthew 18:15-20

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How do you really feel about church? For some, it may feel like a duty, something to tick off each week because “my faith is personal anyway.” But what if church is actually one of the greatest privileges God has given you?

This week’s message invites you to see belonging to God’s people in a whole new light – where your place, your presence, and your relationships carry eternal weight.

Discover the beauty of what it truly means to belong.

How to Care for Each Other

Nick Louw — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0100

How to Care for Each Other

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th September 2025

Passage: Matthew 18:1-14

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We all want to grow in our faith – but Jesus shows us that true progress looks very different from the world’s idea of success. His way to level up flips our usual ideas of independence and achievement upside down.

In this first message of our new mini-series, discover the surprising key to spiritual growth, and why it’s not what you’d expect.

The Faith Factor

Dylan Marais — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Faith Factor

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 31st August 2025

Passage: Matthew 17:14-27

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Mountain-top experiences are incredible – but they never last forever. After the high of the view comes the reality of the climb back down: mountains of laundry, finances, health struggles, or problems you just can’t seem to shake.

Jesus said if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can move mountains. But if that’s true… why does your mountain still stand in the way?

The disciples wrestled with the same question until Jesus revealed a truth that turned their understanding of faith upside down.

Listen to the latest sermon in our Matthew series to uncover that secret >>

How to See Glory

Nick Louw — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0100

How to See Glory

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th August 2025

Passage: Matthew 17:1-8

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We chase mountaintop moments, sunsets, or perfect experiences, hoping to feel God’s presence. But what if His glory isn’t waiting somewhere “out there”? What if it’s closer than you think – hidden in plain sight?

This week’s message will challenge the way you experience God, revealing where His glory truly is and how you can access it every day.

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Dying to Live

Nick Louw — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Dying to Live

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th August 2025

Passage: Matthew 16:21-28

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There are only two ways to live - one may look appealing on face value – chasing comfort, success, and approval, yet no matter how much you achieve, something always feels just out of reach.

The other way is harder to recognise at first. It asks more of you, yet offers something the world never can: a life with real meaning, joy, and hope that endures. This week’s message explores what Jesus revealed about the cost and the reward of choosing the path that truly leads to life.

Listen now and discover the life you were made for.

Who Do You Say I AM?

Dylan Marais — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Who Do You Say I AM?

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 10th August 2025

Passage: Matthew 16:13-20

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A revolutionary? A fraud? A prophet? A nobody? Ask a hundred people who they think Jesus is, and you’ll get a hundred answers. But what if the real answer is something far bigger than you’ve ever imagined? For over 2 000 years, billions have followed Him, and nations have been transformed by His words, and yet, what you think about Him might not be the most important question. In our latest Matthew series message, we dig into ancient Scriptures, uncover clues from the Old Testament, and confront the question that could redefine your life: "Who do you say I am?” You might think you know Him. But do you? Listen to the sermon and find out.

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Don't Miss The Signs God Has Given You

Nick Louw — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Don't Miss The Signs God Has Given You

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd August 2025

Passage: Matthew 16:1-12

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Ever feel like you’re speeding down the highway of life, scanning the horizon for a sign from God? You slow down, hoping He’ll say, “Turn here… go there… stop now”, but instead, you feel more lost and unsure. The disciples knew that feeling, too. Even after walking with Jesus, seeing miracles, and hearing His words, they sometimes missed what was right in front of them. Here’s the comforting truth: God hasn’t left you to figure it out alone. Listen to our latest message and discover how to recognise the signs He’s already giving you – you may be surprised by how simple it can be.

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How Membership in God's Kingdom Works

Dylan Marais — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +0100

How Membership in God's Kingdom Works

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th July 2025

Passage: Matthew 15:21-39

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Ever feel like you're not spiritual enough, or haven’t done enough to earn your place in God’s Kingdom? When we live in a world of tiered memberships where banks, gyms, and reward cards all offer benefits based on performance, it's no surprise that many of us carry that same mindset into our relationship with God, quietly wondering: Do I even qualify for His help or blessing? In this message from our Matthew series, we meet a woman who had every reason to feel unworthy. She had the wrong background, a painful history, and no religious credentials, and yet, she boldly approaches Jesus. Discover what her story reveals about grace, faith, and how membership in God's Kingdom really works.

The Problem With Religious Rule Keeping

Nick Louw — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Problem With Religious Rule Keeping

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th July 2025

Passage: Matthew 15:1-20

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These days, we’re more careful than ever – washing our hands, wiping down surfaces, doing what we can to stay clean and safe. But have you ever stopped to ask: What if the greatest danger isn’t what’s around us... but what’s within us? This morning’s message takes a closer look at how easy it is to appear spiritually "clean" while quietly drifting from God. You can follow the rules, do all the right things, and still miss the one thing that really matters. Join us as we unpack this challenging but necessary sermon on what it truly means to be clean in God’s eyes.

The Power & Compassion of Jesus

Dylan Marais — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Power & Compassion of Jesus

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th July 2025

Passage: Matthew 14:13-33

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Wouldn’t it be great if everything in life ran smoothly the moment we started following Jesus? The reality is… it doesn’t. We face real challenges. And even though we know who Jesus is, most days we barely have enough faith to trust Him with our daily needs – let alone the big storms.

But what if Jesus meets us right there – in our weakness, in our fear, in our need?

This week’s message invites us to rethink how we see His compassion and power – and what happens when we dare to cry out to Him. Tap to listen and be reminded: Sometimes all it takes is a whisper of faith… and He comes walking through the storm.

No Input Allowed

Nick Louw — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +0100

No Input Allowed

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 6th July 2025

Passage: Matthew 13:53-14:22

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Why is it so hard to talk to people about Jesus? It’s not always because they’re uninterested. Sometimes, they think they already know who He is, and they've already made up their minds. In this week's message from Matthew, we examine two stories in which Jesus is rejected before He even speaks. Not because He lacked truth… but because people couldn’t see past their assumptions. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever struggled to share your faith or felt shut down before the conversation even started, this message is for you. Listen now and discover what’s really standing in the way of people hearing the truth – and how you can respond with wisdom and courage.

Finding God in Our Pain

Dylan Marais — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Finding God in Our Pain

Series: Habakkuk

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th June 2025

Passage: Habakkuk 3:1-19

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When the worst happens and the world collapses around you… can worship really be your response? In the final part of our Habakkuk series, the prophet does something completely unexpected. No rescue. No resolution. Just raw faith – and a voice that dares to sing in the pain. What does he see that we so often miss? If you're searching for real hope in the middle of your struggle, this message might change everything. Discover the power of praise when everything hurts.

Living By Faith In Dark Days

Dylan Marais — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Living By Faith In Dark Days

Series: Habakkuk

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd June 2025

Passage: Habakkuk 2:2-20

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Ever look at the world and wonder why God isn’t doing anything about it?

War. Injustice. Violence. Hatred. It’s enough to make anyone lose hope. And yet, thousands of years ago, someone asked God the exact same question.

In the next instalment of our Habakkuk series, we explore God’s surprising response to suffering, and why it still matters today. If you’ve ever questioned where God is in the chaos, this message is for you.

Click to listen and discover how to hold on to faith when everything seems to be falling apart.

When God Feels Far Away

Nick Louw — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0100

When God Feels Far Away

Series: Habakkuk

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 15th June 2025

Passage: Habakkuk 1:1-2:1

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When injustice, violence, and suffering hit close to home, the usual answers don’t cut it. What do you do when your faith is hanging by a thread? In the first message of our brand new series in Habakkuk, we meet a prophet bold enough to question God – and a God willing to answer. This isn’t a tidy sermon with easy answers. It’s the beginning of a raw, honest journey through doubt, pain, and unexpected hope.

Parenting God's Way: Part 2

Nick Louw — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Parenting God's Way: Part 2

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th June 2025

Passage: Ephesians 6:1-9

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It’s said that each child comes into the world with “sealed orders.” As parents, guardians, or mentors, our calling isn’t just to raise well-behaved kids – it’s to help them unseal those orders and walk in the purpose God has written for them. If every child arrives with a God-given purpose, is it possible we've forgotten our role in helping them discover it? This week’s message builds on the foundation laid in part one, challenging us to rethink what it means to parent God’s children, especially when it comes to teaching them about God's salvation plan, sacrifice, and service. Parenting isn’t just a duty. It’s discipleship.

Parenting God's Way: Part 1

Nick Louw — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Parenting God's Way: Part 1

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st June 2025

Passage: Ephesians 6:1-9

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With shelves full of parenting books and endless online advice, why is it that the one voice we rarely consult is the One who created children in the first place? In a world overflowing with opinions on how to raise kids, God’s design often gets drowned out. But what if the Bible doesn’t just offer spiritual wisdom, but the most practical parenting strategy of all? Whether you're a parent, guardian, teacher, or simply someone with the power to shape a young life, this two-part sermon will challenge what you thought you knew – and point you toward something far better. Don’t miss part one of this eye-opening message on raising children God’s way.

The whole series - https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/5449/gods-design-for-the-family/

God's Word to Children

Nick Louw — Sun, 25 May 2025 09:30:00 +0100

God's Word to Children

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th May 2025

Passage: Ephesians 6:1-3

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We expect wisdom to come with titles, status, or special powers. But what if God’s chosen messenger for you looks far more ordinary than you’d expect? This week’s message turns expectations upside down, revealing how God delivers wisdom, truth, and strength in surprising ways, and why missing it might cost more than you realise. Kids, parents, and anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at advice – this one’s for you.

The Power of Christ-like Leadership

Dylan Marais — Sun, 18 May 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Power of Christ-like Leadership

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th May 2025

Passage: Ephesians 5:25-33

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We’re living in a time where masculinity is under fire, leadership is shrinking, and identity is being redefined by culture instead of by God. The results? Broken homes, confused roles, and silent struggles behind closed doors. But what if there’s a better way? What if the Bible holds a blueprint for manhood that’s not only relevant, but also radically needed today? In this week’s sermon, we unpack a truth that could reshape how you lead, love, and live, not just as a man, but as a follower of Christ. Start your week anchored in truth.

God's Design For Wives

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 May 2025 09:30:00 +0100

God's Design For Wives

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th May 2025

Passage: 1 Peter 3:1-6

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You lock your doors at night… but how are you protecting your marriage? We go to great lengths to secure our homes, yet many of us leave our relationships wide open to attack. Behind so much relational breakdown is a spiritual battle we often don’t even realise we’re in. In this powerful sermon, we uncover the surprising strategy God used to overcome evil and why these same tools are key to building strong, Christ-centred marriages today. Whether your marriage needs healing, strengthening, or just a fresh perspective, this message offers truth that could change everything.

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What Is Family For?

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 May 2025 09:30:00 +0100

What Is Family For?

Series: God's Design For The Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th May 2025

Passage: Ephesians 2:1-10

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In a world where family gets reduced to comfort, convenience, or personal happiness, God’s design cuts through the noise with something far more significant. Our new sermon series begins with a bold question: Why did God create families? Could it be part of His plan to restore a broken world? Whether you're part of a weird and wonderful family structure or struggling to make sense of a more dysfunctional one, this message might reshape your vision of home, purpose, and eternity. Listen now to discover what your family is really for.

Training in Discipleship

Dylan Marais — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Training in Discipleship

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th April 2025

Passage: Matthew 13:47-52

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Are you ready for Judgement Day? Many people drift through life without realising that a dragnet is already in the water, slowly closing in. Every person will be caught up and sorted – and while some will be found ready, many won’t. Ignoring the warning has eternal consequences. In the latest sermon in our Matthew series, we’re reminded that Kingdom work isn’t for a select few – it’s a calling for every believer. And just like you wouldn’t trust an untrained surgeon with your eyes, your role in God’s Kingdom demands real training and discipleship. Are you prepared for what’s ahead? Will you help others be ready too?

The Hidden Treasure of Easter

Nick Louw — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Hidden Treasure of Easter

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th April 2025

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We spend our lives chasing what we believe will bring meaning — career success, financial security, a happy home, and the approval of others. And yet, even when we reach those goals, something often still feels missing. What if true worth isn’t found in what we achieve but in something we’ve overlooked? This Easter, take a moment to reflect – not just on what you’re striving for, but where you’re placing your hope. You might stumble across something far more valuable than you ever imagined.

The Growth Of The Kingdom

Dylan Marais — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Growth Of The Kingdom

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th April 2025

Passage: Matthew 13:31-33

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What if the greatest power in the world looked like weakness?

On Good Friday, Jesus died on a cross – hardly the image of a king or a kingdom anyone expected. But in Matthew 13, He speaks of a Kingdom that starts as small as a mustard seed, almost as invisible as yeast... yet grows to transform everything.

Could Someone so quiet and humble, really change your life. Listen to this Good Friday message to change the way you see the Cross, and what God is doing in your own life.

The Two Types of People

Nick Louw — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Two Types of People

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th April 2025

Passage: Matthew 13:24-43

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Life rarely fits into neat categories of good and bad. And yet, many of us long for clarity in a world full of contradictions.

This week’s message from Matthew explores the parable of the wheat and the weeds, a powerful reminder that even in God’s world, evil still persists. But why? And what does that mean for how we live alongside others?

It’s a timely reflection on patience, discernment, and grace in a world that often feels anything but.

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Hearing But Not Hearing

Nick Louw — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Hearing But Not Hearing

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 6th April 2025

Passage: Matthew 13:1-23

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Why do some people truly hear the Word of God, while others just listen without understanding? In this powerful installment of our Matthew series, Jesus reveals the parable of the sower, exposing why some are transformed by the message, while others remain unchanged. Don’t miss this eye-opening message! Uncover the life-changing truths and the hidden dangers the world has in store.

Playing Hide And Seek With Jesus

Dylan Marais — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 09:30:00 +0100

Playing Hide And Seek With Jesus

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th March 2025

Passage: Matthew 12:38-50

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Have you ever met a skeptic who says they’d believe in God – if only He gave them a sign? Even as Christians, we often ask for signs when facing big decisions. But what does the Bible really say about this?

In our latest sermon in the Matthew series, we unpack Jesus’ chilling warning about chasing miracles instead of cultivating faith. And how this impacts God’s response to us on Judgment Day? Don’t miss this eye-opening message!

The Invasion of the Kingdom

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Invasion of the Kingdom

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd March 2025

Passage: Matthew 12:22-37

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At this present moment, a conflict is raging. Not a political war reported in the news, but a battle for souls between the Kingdom of God and the forces of darkness. Yet many refuse to believe it exists. Some dismiss it as superstition, while others deny that Satan has any real power in this world. But Jesus leaves no room for doubt: this warfare is real, and there is no neutral ground. If you've ever questioned the reality of spiritual combat, this message will challenge everything you thought you knew. Are you ready for war?

Rest from Rule-Keeping

Nick Louw — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Rest from Rule-Keeping

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th March 2025

Passage: Matthew 12:1-21

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Rules – love them or hate them, we can’t seem to escape them. We resist them, yet deep down, we still feel the need to follow them. But when it comes to faith, where do we draw the line between law and grace? Jesus came to fulfil the Law, yet many of us still wrestle with what we can and can’t do. In the latest instalment in our Matthew series, we dive into His bold response to the Pharisees’ challenge – and uncover a powerful truth that could change how you live out your faith. Are you ready for a fresh perspective?

The Restless Search For Rest

Dylan Marais — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Restless Search For Rest

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th March 2025

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We’ve all felt that rising panic – losing our keys, wallet, or passport, only to feel overwhelming relief when we finally find them. But what if the thing we’re really searching for isn’t an item, but rest? So many of us are exhausted, stressed, and running on empty, desperately chasing rest in things that never truly satisfy. In our latest Matthew series sermon, discover where true rest is found, and how you can access it, even when life feels like a storm. Share now and tag someone who could benefit from finding the peace we've all been longing for.

Why We Don't Hear The Music

Nick Louw — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Why We Don't Hear The Music

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd March 2025

Passage: Matthew 11:16-24

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Why do so many ignore Jesus’ message – even those who’ve heard it before? We accept evidence for so many things in life, yet when it comes to the Gospel, all the evidence in the world isn't sufficient. In the next instalment of our Matthew series, Jesus gives a sobering warning: hearing the truth but not acting on it has serious consequences. So, what are we missing?

What To Do When You Doubt

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0000

What To Do When You Doubt

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd February 2025

Passage: Matthew 11:1-15

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Can you be a true Christian and still wrestle with doubt? Even John the Baptist, God’s chosen prophet, questioned if Jesus was really the one. How did Jesus respond? And what does that mean for your own faith journey? In this powerful message from our Matthew series, we explore doubt, belief, and how Jesus challenges our assumptions. Click to listen and discover why doubt might not be the enemy of faith – but a very real and normal part of it.

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No Pain, No Gain

Dylan Marais — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0000

No Pain, No Gain

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th February 2025

Passage: Matthew 10:34-42

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Saving for a house? Losing weight? We all know the struggle of sacrifice to reach a goal. But what if the cost was even greater and affected your comfort, your reputation, even your life? Jesus warned His disciples that following Him would come at a price. But is the sacrifice really worth it? In the latest message from our Matthew series, we unpack what this means for your Christian walk—and reveal the ultimate reward waiting on the other side. Don’t miss this powerful message!

The Cure for Christian Fear

Nick Louw — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Cure for Christian Fear

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th February 2025

Passage: Matthew 10:24-33

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What’s your biggest fear? Spiders? Heights? Maybe even... balloons? But what if the thing that truly terrifies you is sharing the Gospel with your friends, family, or coworkers? You're not alone – but fear doesn't have to hold you back. In the latest message from our Matthew series, we uncover the cure for Christian fear and how you can boldly live out your faith.

Faith Under Fire

Dylan Marais — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Faith Under Fire

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd February 2025

Passage: Matthew 10:16-23

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When you chose to follow Christ, what did you imagine would change? Did you expect challenges – or even opposition? The truth is, if Jesus shines through your life, resistance is inevitable. While many of us don’t face outright persecution, we’re always one step away from being tested for our faith. In our next Matthew series episode, we uncover how to stand firm when your faith is under fire – and what it takes to stay battle-ready.

The Message the World Needs

Nick Louw — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Message the World Needs

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th January 2025

Passage: Matthew 10:5-15

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What would it take to fix our broken world? While organisations championing human rights and equality goals offer hope, can they truly address the deeper issues we face daily? At the core of our struggles lies a greater challenge. Listen to our latest sermon from Matthew to uncover how it holds the key to transforming not just ourselves, but the world around us. Hear the message the world desperately needs, discover the purpose you were created for, and find out how becoming a light in a dark world can make a real difference.

Nick Louw — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Is God Really Coming Back?

Series: The Really Big Questions

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th December 2024

Passage: Acts 17:16-34

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Will God really return to judge the world? It's a question that's lingered for over 2000 years – and one that might feel like an idle threat today. But what if it’s not? Don’t miss the final instalment of our Really Big Questions sermon series as we unpack the truth about His return and how to prepare for this unavoidable meeting – whether you're alive or not. Use the link below to listen and join the conversation, which could change everything.

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Was God Really Here?

Nick Louw — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Was God Really Here?

Series: The Really Big Questions

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 25th December 2024

Passage: John 1:1-14

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This Christmas, as we celebrate the birth of Christ, dive into the latest sermon in our Really Big Questions series. Explore the profound Biblical evidence that confirms God was here – and uncover the powerful reason why. Have you ever wondered why God would leave the perfection of His heavenly throne to live among us? Find out the true source of our Christmas hope and the deeper meaning behind the season. Click to listen now

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Is God Really In Control?

Dylan Marais — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Is God Really In Control?

Series: The Really Big Questions

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd December 2024

Passage: Job 1:1-22

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Does it feel like the world is spiralling out of control – like no one is in charge, or maybe God is doing a terrible job? You're not alone in wondering. But what if there’s more to the story? Dive into the first chapter of Job with us in the latest episode of our Really Big Questions sermon series and discover a new life-changing perspective. Curious? Click the link below to listen now.

Is God Really Good

Dylan Marais — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Is God Really Good

Series: The Really Big Questions

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Evening

Date: 15th December 2024

Passage: Ephesians 2:1-7

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If God is truly good, why does He allow so much pain and suffering in the world? In the latest episode of our series, we dive deep into this age-old question, exploring God’s character through the lens of science, philosophy, and faith. Don’t just wonder – click below to uncover answers that might change how you see everything.

Is God Really There?

Nick Louw — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Is God Really There?

Series: The Really Big Questions

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Evening

Date: 8th December 2024

Passage: Psalm 19:1-14

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Have you ever dared to confront the ultimate question: does God truly exist? In the first instalment of our Christmas series tackling life’s most profound questions, we dive into the intersection of science and the Bible. Could these two seemingly opposing forces actually hold the key to understanding the world we live in? Click below to join the journey and uncover whether there's undeniable evidence of a Creator.

Nick Louw — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Master Class in Powerful Prayer

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st September 2024

Passage: Matthew 6:7-15

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Did you know that Jesus came into the world so that we could become a conduit between Heaven and Earth? Click to listen to the latest instalment in our Matthew series for a powerful prayer masterclass and discover how these verses revolutionise the way we relate to our Father.

(OT: 1 Kings 18: 20-39)

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Fast, Pray, Love

Nick Louw — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Fast, Pray, Love

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th August 2024

Passage: Matthew 6:1-18

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Whether we realise it or not, we are all in the sales business. We make a special effort to be seen in the best light for societal acceptance and approval. The next instalment in our Matthew series cautions us about doing and saying all the right things for appearances regarding our faith. Listen and discover how to fast, pray, and love so as not to fall into this trap.

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Handling Conflict The Jesus Way

Dylan Marais — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Handling Conflict The Jesus Way

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th August 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:33-48

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Life would be wonderful if everyone did things our way, wouldn't it? While the inevitable reality is that conflict does happen, what really matters is how we deal with it. Click to listen to our latest instalment in our Matthew series and learn how to handle conflict like Jesus did.

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The Kind of Human God Wants

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +0100

The Kind of Human God Wants

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th August 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:21-32

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The next portion of Matthew looks at two of the 10 Commandments and one hotly debated law to help us understand the kind of human God wants us to be. Listen to the latest instalment in our series to uncover how to understand these issues and how they impact the way we live our lives.

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Thy Word Above All Things

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Thy Word Above All Things

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th August 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:17-20

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How do you feel about your Bible? Does God's Word feel intimidating and convicting, making you want to avoid it? Listen to our latest sermon to discover what you think about what the Bible says about your relationship with God and how you can learn to love it.

Coming up at St Mark's Church * Click here to register for our parenting course: The Art Of Parenting - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/HbvG667x16VugTAo/?mibextid=oFDknk Connect with us - https://stmarks.churchtrac.com/card/4

Being Salt and Light

Dylan Marais — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Being Salt and Light

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th July 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

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Are you salty? Our latest sermon looks at Jesus' instructions to us in Matthew, and we consider whether our lives reflect our salt and light characteristics in the way God intends. Click to listen and discover more about how we should interact with the world and what we could do better to ensure we positively impact those around us.

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Who Jesus Congratulates

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Who Jesus Congratulates

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st July 2024

Passage: Matthew 5:1-12

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What do we mean when we congratulate someone? It is usually for a happy event or a good thing. So, why does Jesus congratulate people who wouldn't normally be celebrating at the start of Matthew 5? Click to listen and discover whether you are someone Jesus would congratulate and how to look at life from a new perspective.

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Meeting the King

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Meeting the King

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th July 2024

Passage: Matthew 4:18-25

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Have you ever met anyone famous? Seeing them from a distance isn't quite the same as meeting them and the same applies when we speak of Jesus. We may know of Him and feel like we know Him but today's sermon questions whether we have actually met Him. Click to listen and learn the signs that confirm we have been called by Him, and discover whether there is anything we can do to change our relationship status.

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Nick Louw — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Living in the Death Shadow

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th June 2024

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What would your dream world look like? You'd probably want it to be calm, peaceful, pain-, and struggle-free. The latest instalment in our Matthew series uncovers why living under the shadow of death makes our lives so difficult and offers hope through Christ's New Dawn.

How We Win

Nick Louw — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 09:30:00 +0100

How We Win

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd June 2024

Passage: Matthew 4:1-11

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If you're feeling defeated by life, overwhelmed with temptation, and frustrated at failing in your walk with the Lord, our latest sermon unpacks how Jesus defeated Satan and gives us guidelines to do the same. Arm yourself for the battle against the Evil One by learning strategies you can put into practice today.

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Listen to the rest of the series - https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/4404/matthew-meeting-the-son-of-god/

Baptism To Kingly Service

Dylan Marais — Sun, 26 May 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Baptism To Kingly Service

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th May 2024

Passage: Matthew 3:13-17

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The latest instalment in our Matthew series unpacks the baptism of Jesus and teaches us how God takes ordinary things and turns them into something extraordinary. Click to learn what His baptism means for our Kingly service and how the Means of Grace keeps us fighting fit.

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Listen to the rest of the series - https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/4404/matthew-meeting-the-son-of-god/

Getting Ready for God to Arrive

Nick Louw — Sun, 19 May 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Getting Ready for God to Arrive

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th May 2024

Passage: Matthew 3:1-12

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How would you prepare for a change of government? If another country informed us that they were preparing to take over South Africa and gave us a few months to prep, you'd probably do some research and maybe learn the language. Our latest sermon reminds us that we are, in fact, preparing for a Heavenly takeover. Click to listen and consider whether you're ready for Christ's return.

The Unstoppable Plan of God

Nick Louw — Sun, 12 May 2024 09:30:00 +0100

The Unstoppable Plan of God

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th May 2024

Passage: Matthew 2:13-23

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Do you have any plans for the next week, month, or year? No matter how much we try to prepare and save for what we have in mind, we tend to hold onto our plans loosely because we know that something may get in the way to thwart them. The same does not ring true for God's plans. Click to listen to the latest instalment of our sermon series in Matthew to discover how God turns evil into good through His Sovereign Will and fulfils His plan despite our failings.

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 09:30:00 +0100

The Hidden Plan of History

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st April 2024

Passage: Matthew 1:1-17

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Do you look around at the broken world and wonder where we are going as a society? As we start our new series, we look at the genealogy of Jesus and find hope in the first 17 verses. Click to discover what this boring list of names tells us about Jesus and how it shows God's presence throughout history, implementing His plan to fix the world.

To dive deeper into how Jesus related to Joshua, click here - https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/1964/joshua/

Resurrection and New Beginnings

Dylan Marais — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:30:00 +0100

Resurrection and New Beginnings

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th April 2024

Passage: John 20:19-31

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How would you react if someone you knew who had passed away suddenly came back to life? Our latest sermon unpacks Jesus' physical resurrection, tells us about new beginnings, and how the promise that we'll experience the same affects our lives today.

Click to listen and discover what God says to us through His Word.

The Power of Sin

Mark Norman — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 09:30:00 +0100

The Power of Sin

Preacher: Mark Norman

Date: 7th April 2024

Passage: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

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Our latest sermon looks at David's fall from grace in 2 Samuel 11 - 12, and we learn about sin's destructive power. Click to listen as Dr Mark Norman reminds us that sin is never without consequence and offers solutions to nipping sin in the bud long before it gets out of control and wrecks lives.

Dylan Marais — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Taking The Christmas Story Beyond Christmas

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th January 2024

Passage: Luke 1:26-28

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Have you made any resolutions for the new year? What do the Christmas story and God's promises teach us about making plans? Click to listen to our latest sermon to discover how to trust God more in 2024.

The Battle on Earth Between Satan and the Church

Dylan Marais — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Battle on Earth Between Satan and the Church

Series: Christmas Revelation

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 31st December 2023

Passage: Revelation 12:13-17

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After the Christmas glow, real life returns far too rapidly, and we may wonder, why hasn't Jesus' birth made more of an impact? Click to listen to the final chapter in our Christmas Revelation series to discover how the battle between Satan and the Church affects our lives and how we can defeat the Dragon.

How The Good Guys Win

Nick Louw — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 09:30:00 +0000

How The Good Guys Win

Series: Christmas Revelation

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th December 2023

Passage: Revelation 12:7-12

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The popular accounts of Jesus' birth focus heavily on what happened on Earth when He was born, but what happened in Heaven? Listen to our latest sermon for a glimpse into the cosmic battle in our next installment of The Christmas Revelation series and how it impacts our lives.

The Baby And The Dragon

Dylan Marais — Sun, 24 Dec 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Baby And The Dragon

Series: Christmas Revelation

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th December 2023

Passage: Revelation 12:1-6

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What is missing from your Nativity scene? While Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the wise men, and shepherds are pretty standard in most sets, did you know you need to add a dragon? Listen to the first sermon in The Christmas Revelation series to discover why.

Dylan Marais — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Living in a Combat Zone

Series: Preparing For Apocalypse

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th November 2023

Passage: Revelation 2:8-11

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We are living in a cosmic combat zone and, in today's letter to the church in Smyrna, we receive our call to arms. Click to listen to our latest sermon to discover how we should prepare for spiritual warfare.

Lampstands of The Last Days

Nick Louw — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Lampstands of The Last Days

Series: Preparing For Apocalypse

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 5th November 2023

Passage: Revelation 2:1-7

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Our latest sermon takes us through the letter to the church in Ephesus.

Click to listen to the first sermon in our 7-week series in Revelation about Preparing for The Apocalypse and how to be the light in these dark times.

Revelation Series:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/1982/apocalypse-now/

Last weeks Sermon:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/sermons/48700/what-the-bible-tells-us-about-israel-and-palestine/

God Course:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0-eFT46x5EWQE-CnsXiAht_xpIalchmM

Dylan Marais — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Living Presence of God

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st October 2023

Passage: Exodus 33:1-23

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How life-changing would it be to experience the living presence of God the way the Israelites did? Despite experiencing Him as a pillar of fire and smoke, they still destroyed their relationship with Him. Realistically, we probably wouldn't have done much better than they did, so in our latest sermon, we learn about what God has done for us, which gives us hope. Click to listen here >>

Nick Louw — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Smelling like Heaven in a smelly world

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd September 2023

Passage: Exodus 30:1-38

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Have you ever wondered what Heaven smells like? We may think it is too ethereal to have something as basic as a smell, but today's sermon in Exodus gives us a glimpse into what we could expect and what that means for how we live today. Listen to our latest sermon to find out more.

https://stmarksplumstead.org/daily/

Set apart to serve

Dylan Marais — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Set apart to serve

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th August 2023

Passage: Exodus 29:1-21

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It's one thing to belong to the team, but another to feel equipped to make a difference. Our latest sermon in Exodus takes us through the gory rituals the High Priests needed to perform before they were classified as fit to serve. Click to listen and better understand where the Old Testament ceremonies fit in the story of Jesus and how they paved the way for us today.

Representation in Heaven

Nick Louw — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Representation in Heaven

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th August 2023

Passage: Exodus 28:1-36

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How do you know your prayers are heard in heaven? Do you have someone to represent you there? As we explore the significance of Israel's priesthood from Exodus 28 in today's sermon, we'll discover why it's so vital to make sure you have someone in your life who can represent you where it really matters.

The only way in

Nick Louw — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The only way in

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th August 2023

Passage: Exodus 27:1-21

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God wants to give to give us a way back and restore our relationship with him, but it comes at a cost.

The beauty of holiness

Dylan Marais — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The beauty of holiness

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 6th August 2023

Passage: Exodus 26:1-37

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What does an overwhelmingly detailed, interior-design-orientated account of the Old Testament Tabernacle have to do with God's plans for our holiness?

Listen to our latest sermon in our Exodus series to learn about the relevance and what it means for our daily lives in the present.

God coming to live with us

Nick Louw — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0100

God coming to live with us

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th July 2023

Passage: Exodus 25:1-40

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God not only wants us to dwell with Him in His space, but He also wants to dwell with us in ours. We do, however, need to prepare for Him moving in. Not sure what this means? Listen to our latest sermon to find out more.

Union with Christ

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Union with Christ

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd July 2023

Passage: Colossians 1:24-29

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Have you ever wondered what the Bible means when it says we are "united to Christ"? Our latest sermon unpacks this mind-blowing concept, offering insights about how it looks practically and what we can expect from our changed lives.

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The Priceless Pearl

Frank Retief — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Priceless Pearl

Series: Mysteries of God's Kingdom

Preacher: Frank Retief

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th July 2023

Passage: Matthew 13:44-52

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Are you looking to find meaning, but your discoveries leave you longing for more? In today's sermon, we learn about an ordinary merchant searching for valuable jewels and finding a priceless pearl. Again, like the hidden treasure from last week, he sold everything he had to purchase it. Listen to part 2 of our sermon series to find the source of true meaning.

The Hidden Treasure

Frank Retief — Sun, 09 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Hidden Treasure

Series: Mysteries of God's Kingdom

Preacher: Frank Retief

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th July 2023

Passage: Matthew 13:44-52

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Do you ever wonder why things happen? This morning's sermon delves into the parable of hidden treasure, and challenges our perspective as we learn how to view what happens on Earth through the lens of God's plan.

The Best Investment Advice

Nick Louw — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Best Investment Advice

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd July 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 6:17-21

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Are you looking for ways to make your money work for you? This morning's sermon offers the best advice you could ever need. Click to listen to what the Bible says about investing in Eternity.

Living for God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 25 Jun 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Living for God

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th June 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

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Are you looking for meaning and feeling like you've tried everything the world has to offer but still, life doesn't seem to matter? Then this sermon is for you. Click to listen to find out how living for God can make all the difference!

Contentment: The key to a healthy soul

Nick Louw — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Contentment: The key to a healthy soul

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th June 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

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The world would have us believe that we always need more - more money, a bigger house, a fancier car, but the Bible tells us the opposite. Listen to our latest sermon on the keys to contentment.

Honouring Authority

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Honouring Authority

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th June 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 5:17-6:2

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We hear how to honour the people with authority in our lives. even though we do not like it. We all have people whose job is to tell us what to do. We need to lean on them cause God has put them in that position of authority.

The vital work of mercy ministry

Dylan Marais — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The vital work of mercy ministry

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 4th June 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

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The church has a responsibility to help those marginalised by society, but we must take a biblical approach.

Listen to our latest sermon to hear how the congregation's response to ministry affects the functionality of the church and God's word.

Watch your life and teaching

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 May 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Watch your life and teaching

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 28th May 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 4:11-15

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The more valuable something is, the more careful we should be. While we know how to care for priceless objects, today’s sermon reminds us that our Bible teaching is more precious than gold. Listen to the lesson for what we need to take note of and how we can ensure we treat the Word with the reverence it deserves.

Working Out in the Gym of Godliness

Dylan Marais — Sun, 21 May 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Working Out in the Gym of Godliness

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st May 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 4:1-10

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God has given us the tools to godliness and, if we don’t use them, we might lose our relationship with Him. Listen to our latest sermon for more on how to stay fit for the Kingdom.

Last weeks sermon - https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/sermons/30986/heavenly-realities-revealed-on-earth/

Heavenly Realities Revealed on Earth

Nick Louw — Thu, 18 May 2023 19:00:00 +0100

Heavenly Realities Revealed on Earth

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Ascension Day

Date: 18th May 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 3:16

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"For most of history, the realities of heaven were hidden to human sight, and we could only speculate what was going on in the unseen realm. All that changed when Jesus came to earth, as described in the mysterious little poem Paul quotes in 1 Timothy 3:16. Enjoy a deep dive into this verse...

Church is more important than you think

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 May 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Church is more important than you think

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th May 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 3:1-15

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Church is more important than you think Leadership matters! Especially when we consider who leads institutions that have the power to affect us directly. In our latest sermon, we learn about the purpose of the church and why the qualities of church leadership are a matter not to be taken lightly.

The Counter-Cultural Call of Women

Nick Louw — Sun, 07 May 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Counter-Cultural Call of Women

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th May 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

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With questions of gender in the spotlight of modern society, it's more vital than ever to hear the straight truth about the design behind genders and the biblical roles of men and women.

Last Sundays Sermon:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/sermons/28525/the-manly-art-of-prayer/

The Genesis Series:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/1943/genesis/

The Manly Art Of Prayer

Dylan Marais — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Manly Art Of Prayer

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th April 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

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Just like you wouldn't build a house without a suitable foundation, God gives us guidelines for solid Christianity. Listen to our latest sermon to discover the foundational principles of faith.

The Heart Of The Gospel

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0100

The Heart Of The Gospel

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd April 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 1:12-20

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Do you ever feel like you're too broken for Jesus? Maybe you've made huge mistakes or committed sins as awful as those Apostle Paul did, but there's hope. Listen to our latest sermon to discover how Jesus turn Paul's life around and how He can do the same for you.

Would you like to get to know the God who made you and live the life He made you to live? Register For The God Course - https://stmarks.churchtrac.com/card/43

More Dangerous Than You Think

Nick Louw — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0100

More Dangerous Than You Think

Series: 1 Timothy

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th April 2023

Passage: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

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Can you tell a good sermon from a bad one? Like many innocuous plants and animals that may draw you in with their pretty colours and innocence but have a deadly bite, we need to be on our guard and stay alert about Gospel teaching. Listen to our latest talk to discover how to discern which Bible teachers preach God's Word and what to look out for in those who do not.

Would you like to get to know the God who made you and live the life He made you to live?

Register For The God Course - https://stmarks.churchtrac.com/card/43

Listening To The Resurrected One

Dylan Marais — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Listening To The Resurrected One

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Easter Sunday

Date: 9th April 2023

Passage: Exodus 24:9-18

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Who do you listen to when it's time to make life-changing decisions? The world is full of self-appointed gurus who have plenty to say but often guide you in a way that benefits them. Jesus defeated sin and death in his resurrection and is the only One who will guide you in Truth. Our latest sermon teaches us why and how we tap into Jesus' resurrection power when we listen to the resurrected one.

How To See God And Not Die

Nick Louw — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0100

How To See God And Not Die

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Good Friday

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In situations of urgency, we tend to listen to those who have more knowledge than us and obey them, in today's sermon, the nation of Israel was instructed on how to prepare for war by listening to God.

How We Think We Get The Good Life

Nick Louw — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 09:30:00 +0100

How We Think We Get The Good Life

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th March 2023

Passage: Exodus 23:10-19

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Does everything you've ever dreamed about and hoped for seem just out of reach? No matter how hard you work, what you buy or which strategies you try, nothing seems to give you the satisfaction promised.

God has given us the keys to the good life. Listen to our latest sermon to discover how to unlock it.

The Untouchables

Nick Louw — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Untouchables

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th March 2023

Passage: Exodus 23:1-9

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There is something very satisfying about people standing up against corruption. Life isn't supposed to be unfair, and good SHOULD overcome evil. Listen to the latest sermon in Exodus for more about God's plan for His untouchables.

The Compassionate God - Defender Of The Weak

Dylan Marais — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Compassionate God - Defender Of The Weak

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th March 2023

Passage: Exodus 22:18-31

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Have you ever thought of God as a superhero? Find out how He aids the oppressed and overlooked and moves in anger towards those who oppress His people. Listen to find out what that means for our daily lives and how it affects our interactions with others.

Restoring What Is Lost

Nick Louw — Sun, 05 Mar 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Restoring What Is Lost

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 5th March 2023

Passage: Exodus 21:33-22:15

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Have you ever done something that caused loss to another person? Whether you borrowed an item and returned it in less-than-perfect condition or slandered someone's name, leading to a loss of reputation, we have all sinned.

Listen to our latest sermon to discover how Jesus dying on the cross makes restitution for our losses and what that means for our daily lives.

The Law Of Life

Nick Louw — Sun, 26 Feb 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Law Of Life

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th February 2023

Passage: Exodus 21:12-29

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Old Testament law may seem obsolete and outdated, but there is something you need to know. Listen to our latest sermon to find out more about the law of life and why you should treasure it.

Freedom and Responsibly and God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Freedom and Responsibly and God

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th February 2023

Passage: Exodus 21:1-17

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Off the back of the 10 Commandments, it may seem surprising that the very next topic of conversation is the treatment of slaves. While this may be a very triggering subject, you may be surprised to discover that Biblical slavery is vastly different to the human rights abuses we've heard about and lived through in modern times. Listen to our latest sermon to find out more.

Last weeks sermon:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/sermons/26410/our-love-hate-relationship-with-law/

https://stmarksplumstead.org/daily/

Our Love-Hate Relationship With Law

Nick Louw — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Our Love-Hate Relationship With Law

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th February 2023

Passage: Exodus 20:1-21

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Law is good. But it also makes us uncomfortable. As we consider God's law in this sermon, learn why we have such a strange relationship with Law and what that tells us about ourselves...

The Best Place On Earth

Nick Louw — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Best Place On Earth

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 5th February 2023

Passage: Psalm 84:1-12

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Where in the world is the best place to be? Would you go there if you could? Listen to a sermon on Psalm 84 to find out where the best place really is...

https://stmarksplumstead.org/daily/

The Unapproachable God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The Unapproachable God

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th January 2023

Passage: Exodus 19:9-25

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Would you waltz into marriage or a new job without adequate preparation and consideration? No, you'd take the necessary time to consider every aspect!

So why do we feel it's no big deal to approach God? Moses and the Israelites knew all about God's power and approached Him with reverence, but what does that mean for us today? Listen to our latest sermon to find out more!

Why God Saves

Nick Louw — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Why God Saves

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd January 2023

Passage: Exodus 19:1-6

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Why does God save? And what does God expect us to do with our salvation? Discover the answers to these questions in this next instalment of our series on Exodus.

What Does it Mean to be Called by God

Mark Norman — Sun, 08 Jan 2023 09:30:00 +0000

What Does it Mean to be Called by God

Series: Responding to The Call

Preacher: Mark Norman

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th January 2023

Passage: Ruth 1:1-12

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God is always present - even when it doesn't feel like it. In today's sermon, we follow Naomi's journey from bitterness and loss to repentance and restoration as she witnesses God's faithfulness and provision for her daughter-in-law, Ruth.

Answering The Call

Mark Norman — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Answering The Call

Series: Responding to The Call

Preacher: Mark Norman

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st January 2023

Passage: Mark 1:1-20

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Christ has called us! And while many Christians and churches have forgotten this revolutionary fact, the new year is the perfect time to remember our true purpose and priority.

The Real Joy of Christmas

Nick Louw — Sun, 25 Dec 2022 09:30:00 +0000

The Real Joy of Christmas

Series: The Words of Advent

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th December 2022

Passage: Luke 2:6-20

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What is the source of your joy? Today, it may be presents, food or family, but true joy comes from the Good News that the long-awaited Messiah was born to fix the mess we've made.

Love

Dylan Marais — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Love

Series: The Words of Advent

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 18th December 2022

Passage: 1 John 4:7-16

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So many people have different meanings of the word love these days and what love is and what it should be. How does the bible define the word love?

Peace On Earth

Dylan Marais — Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Peace On Earth

Series: The Words of Advent

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th December 2022

Passage: Luke 2:8-20

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Christmas is not the right time to think about peace on earth. It is all just a rush and a blur of years end parties.

A New Hope

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 09:30:00 +0000

A New Hope

Series: The Words of Advent

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th December 2022

Passage: Psalm 130:1-8

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Hope means "anticipating a future will be better than the present." We all want hope and need to know that the future is bright even when things rob us all of hope. Let us hear about a different kind of hope.

A Fresh Perspective

Nick Louw — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:30:00 +0000

A Fresh Perspective

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th November 2022

Passage: Exodus 18:1-27

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At the end of the year it's easy to feel frazzled and be a bit short with others. But in today's sermon we learn from a most unlikely person how to find a fresh perspective...

The Lost Joy of Sacrifice:https://sermons.stmarksplumstead.org/series/1987/the-lost-joy-of-sacrifice/

Proverbs 18: 24

Nick Louw — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 18:30:00 +0000

Proverbs 18: 24

Series: Wisdom For The Week

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Evening

Date: 20th November 2022

Passage: Proverbs 18:24

Being The Presence Of God

Dylan Marais — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Being The Presence Of God

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th November 2022

Passage: Exodus 17:1-16

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How do we know God is present with us everyday? In this sermon, we learn that we, as God's church, are the primary means for others to experience God's presence.

Proverbs 10:19

Dylan Marais — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Proverbs 10:19

Series: Wisdom For The Week

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Evening

Date: 13th November 2022

Passage: Proverbs 10:19

Why God Tests His People

Nick Louw — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Why God Tests His People

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 13th November 2022

Passage: Exodus 16:1-30

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The story in Exodus 16 helps Gods people to understand the question we all ask. Why is life still so hard today?

Proverbs 15:1

Dylan Marais — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Proverbs 15:1

Series: Wisdom For The Week

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Sunday Evening

Date: 6th November 2022

Passage: Proverbs 15:1

Why We Sing

Nick Louw — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Why We Sing

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 6th November 2022

Passage: Exodus 15:1-18

Prayer - Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God

Nick Louw — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 18:30:00 +0000

Prayer - Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God

Series: The October Talks

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 30th October 2022

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Learn not only what it means that prayer is the "chief exercise of faith", but how it can be the source of profound joy in God.

Under Pressure

Dylan Marais — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Under Pressure

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 30th October 2022

Passage: Exodus 13:17-14:8

Relational Parenting

Jean Louw — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 18:30:00 +0100

Relational Parenting

Series: The October Talks

Preacher: Jean Louw

Date: 23rd October 2022

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Parenting is a great privilege but it takes effort to get it right. Join us for this vital talk examining the pitfalls of parenting that becomes either too lenient or too dictatorial - and how to find the correct balance so that your children can flourish.

The Importance of Remembering

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 09:30:00 +0100

The Importance of Remembering

Gary Bedderson — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Are All Religions Not The Same

Preacher: Gary Bedderson

Date: 31st July 2022

Passage: Galatians 1:1-10

Nick Louw — Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Sacrifice Part 2: Sacrifice is an Act of Faith

Series: The Lost Joy of Sacrifice

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 1st May 2022

Passage: Mark 14:3-9

Sacrifice Part 1: Why Sacrifice?

Nick Louw — Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Sacrifice Part 1: Why Sacrifice?

Series: The Lost Joy of Sacrifice

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th April 2022

Passage: Romans 11:33-12:2

The best news, ever!

Dylan Marais — Sun, 17 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

The best news, ever!

Series: Mark-The News We Need

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 17th April 2022

Passage: Mark 16:1-8

Date: 4th April 2021

Nick Louw — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The Angels' Song

Series: The Christmas Playlist

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 15th December 2019

Passage: Luke 2:1-20

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Where do important events happing in our world today? In todays sermon we hear that the most important event in the history of the world happened in the most unlikely place.

Zechariah's Song

Dylan Marais — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Zechariah's Song

Series: The Christmas Playlist

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 8th December 2019

Passage: Luke 1:1-80

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The song in today's sermon tells us that everyone should be excited about how God is changing His world at this time of year.

Mary's Song

Nick Louw — Sun, 01 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Mary's Song

Nick Louw — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Abram's choice

Series: Genesis

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 6th October 2019

Passage: Genesis 13:1-18

The Gospel of Good Intentions

Mark Norman — Sun, 29 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0100

The Gospel of Good Intentions

Preacher: Mark Norman

Date: 29th September 2019

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Why do Christians baptise?

Series: The Sacraments

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 14th July 2019

Passage: Matthew 28:1-20

Evangelism: The message, the people, and the messenger

Carel Pienaar — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Evangelism: The message, the people, and the messenger

Preacher: Carel Pienaar

Date: 7th July 2019

Evangelim: What, why and how?

Jon Morrison — Sun, 30 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Evangelim: What, why and how?

Preacher: Jon Morrison

Date: 30th June 2019

Passage: Romans 10:9-15

Social Action and the Church (Part 2)

John Child — Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Social Action and the Church (Part 2)

Preacher: John Child

Date: 23rd June 2019

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Easter Sunday

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 21st April 2019

Good Friday

Nick Louw — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0100

Good Friday

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 19th April 2019

When we are rebuked

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0100

When we are rebuked

Series: 2 Corinthians - Power in Weakness

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 14th April 2019

Passage: 2 Corinthians 2:1-16

The Surprise of Easter

Dylan Marais — Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0100

The Surprise of Easter

Series: Preparing for Easter

Preacher: Dylan Marais

Date: 7th April 2019

Nick Louw — Sun, 20 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Adrian Barnes — Sun, 07 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0100

Let's Sing!

Preacher: Adrian Barnes

Date: 7th October 2018

Passage: Ephesians 5:18-19

The real capital city of Jerusalem

Series: Psalms

Preacher: Paul Kayumba

Date: 7th January 2018

Nick Louw — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Zeal

Series: John

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 10th September 2017

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Church Membership

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 23rd July 2017

Passage: Romans 12:1-8

The Ninth Commandment

John Child — Sun, 16 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0100

The Ninth Commandment

Preacher: John Child

Date: 16th July 2017

The forgotten commandment

John Child — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0100

The forgotten commandment

Preacher: John Child

Date: 9th July 2017

Passage: Ephesians 4:25-5:2

How to summarise the life of a Christian believer

Steve Rockwell — Sun, 02 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0100

How to summarise the life of a Christian believer

Preacher: Steve Rockwell

Date: 2nd July 2017

Passage: Colossians 1:1-8

Psalm at Work: Success

Tom Potter — Sun, 25 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Psalm at Work: Success

Series: Psalms

Preacher: Tom Potter

Date: 25th June 2017

Passage: Psalm 65:1-13

The struggle to find rest

Nick Louw — Sun, 18 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0100

The struggle to find rest

Series: Psalms

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 18th June 2017

Passage: Psalm 62:1-12

Why do evil people succeed?

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Why do evil people succeed?

Series: Psalms

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 11th June 2017

Passage: Psalm 37:1-40

The proper attitude towards work

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0100

The proper attitude towards work

Series: Psalms

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 4th June 2017

Passage: Psalm 8:1-9

Addiction

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Addiction

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 28th May 2017

Passage: Romans 8:1-17

Crime

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 May 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Crime

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 21st May 2017

Divorce

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 May 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Divorce

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 14th May 2017

Passage: John 4:1-34

Debt

Nick Louw — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Debt

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 7th May 2017

Passage: Deuteronomy 15:1-11

Disease

Nick Louw — Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0100

Disease

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 30th April 2017

Passage: Luke 4:38-44

The humility of God

Mark Norman — Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0100

The humility of God

Preacher: Mark Norman

Date: 23rd April 2017

Passage: John 13:1-18

Errol Wesson — Sun, 08 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Pressing on

Preacher: Errol Wesson

Date: 8th January 2017

Passage: Philippians 3:10-21

The Beginning and the End

Errol Wesson — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The Beginning and the End

Preacher: Errol Wesson

Date: 1st January 2017

The God who came

Nick Louw — Sun, 25 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The God who came

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 25th December 2016

Passage: John 1:1-14

The God who died for us

Nick Louw — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The God who died for us

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 18th December 2016

Passage: John 19:16-37

The God who loves relationships

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The God who loves relationships

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 11th December 2016

Passage: John 14:1-31

The God who wants to comfort us

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The God who wants to comfort us

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 4th December 2016

Passage: John 10:1-10

Errol Wesson — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0100

Are you catching fish or cleaning nets?

Preacher: Errol Wesson

Date: 17th July 2016

Passage: Luke 5:1-11

The "ought" of evangelism

Errol Wesson — Sun, 10 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0100

The "ought" of evangelism

Preacher: Errol Wesson

Date: 10th July 2016

Passage: Matthew 28:16-20

Mark Norman — Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 +0100

Something of Value

Preacher: Mark Norman

Date: 29th May 2016

Nick Louw — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Is God playing hide and seek?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 31st January 2016

Passage: Romans 9:1-33

Is God fair?

Nick Louw — Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Is God fair?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 24th January 2016

Losing your way as a Christian?

Nick Louw — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Losing your way as a Christian?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 17th January 2016

Passage: Romans 8:29-30

Heaven

Ben Dean — Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Heaven

Preacher: Ben Dean

Date: 10th January 2016

Passage: 2 Corinthians 13:1-10

Trinity

Ben Dean — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Trinity

Preacher: Ben Dean

Date: 3rd January 2016

Passage: John 14:1-11

Being Part of the Royal Family

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 28th June 2015

Passage: Ephesians 4:1-16

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Although the intro didn't age well (!), the principle remains: with great privilege comes great responsibility...

How Do We Know What's True?

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0100

How Do We Know What's True?

Series: Acts

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 21st June 2015

Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Intolerance of God in the Public Space

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0100

Intolerance of God in the Public Space

Series: Acts

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 14th June 2015

Passage: Acts 16:6-15

The Only Way to Overcome Racism

Nick Louw — Sun, 07 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0100

The Only Way to Overcome Racism

Series: Acts

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 7th June 2015

Passage: Acts 10:23-48

Card Declined

Nick Louw — Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 +0100

Card Declined

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 31st May 2015

Passage: Matthew 7:21

Nick Louw — Sun, 18 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

"Following" Jesus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 18th January 2015

Passage: Luke 5:1-39

The Questions of Christmas: Why is it not more obvious?

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

The Questions of Christmas: Why is it not more obvious?

Series: The Questions of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 11th January 2015

Passage: Matthew 13:31-35

The Questions of Christmas: Where's the "Peace on Earth?"

Nick Louw — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

The Questions of Christmas: Where's the "Peace on Earth?"

Series: The Questions of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 4th January 2015

Passage: Matthew 13:24-43