St Mark's Plumstead - Sermons: Nick Louw

You Are What You Eat

Nick Louw — Sun, 17 May 2026 09:30:00 +0100

You Are What You Eat

Series: Leviticus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th May 2026

Passage: Leviticus 11:1-47

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“You are what you eat” sounds like the kind of thing people say about diets and healthy living… until Leviticus takes it in a far more personal direction. Because what you consume doesn’t just shape your body – it shapes your heart, your mind, your desires, and ultimately, the direction of your walk with God.

The uncomfortable truth is that we’re constantly feeding ourselves something. The question is: is it making you spiritually healthy… or slowly poisoning you?

Leviticus 11 uncovers why God cared so much about what His people consumed – and why that still matters in a world where we absorb more than ever before.

This next message is deeply practical, surprisingly confronting, and more relevant to your daily life than you might expect. Listen now… and share it with someone trying to navigate what’s good, true, and worth taking in.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Zeal of God

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th December 2025

Passage: Isaiah 9:7

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Is God distant and detached… or deeply invested and passionately involved? We often imagine God as calm, measured, and uninvolved in the chaos of our lives. But what if that picture is incomplete? What if the force shaping history, holding promises together, and sustaining hope is driven by something far more personal?

This message explores a side of God that’s easy to overlook yet impossible to ignore – a relentless, purposeful passion that refuses to let go of His people. It’s the reason hope doesn’t fade, peace doesn’t fail, and joy isn’t abandoned when life gets hard.

✨ Click to listen to the latest instalment in our Gifts of Christmas series and discover what God’s passion means for the world, and how it invites a response from each of us.

The Only One Who Can Deliver God’s Gifts

Nick Louw — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Only One Who Can Deliver God’s Gifts

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Christmas Day

Date: 25th December 2025

Passage: Isaiah 9:6

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We all know the disappointment of buying a gift that looks perfect online… only to discover it’s a cheap knock-off when it arrives. It promises more than it delivers – and leaves you wishing you’d chosen the real thing.

In life, we often settle for substitutes, too. Temporary fixes for joy. Quick escapes for freedom. Surface-level peace that doesn’t last. We keep hoping the next thing will finally fill the gap – yet the emptiness remains.

Isaiah 9:6 reminds us that some gifts can only be delivered by One. Not an idea. Not a system. Not an upgrade to your lifestyle — but a Person.

In this message, The Only One Who Can Deliver God’s Gifts, we explore why Jesus alone brings the real thing: lasting truth, deep joy, genuine freedom, and unshakeable peace – the gifts our hearts were always meant to receive.

True Freedom

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 09:30:00 +0000

True Freedom

Series: The Gifts Of Christmas

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th December 2025

Passage: Isaiah 9:4

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We all thought freedom would come after school. Instead, it came with deadlines, pressure, and expectations that quietly wrapped themselves around our lives.

Even outside of work, we chase “small freedoms” – more money, more choice, more control, yet somehow feel more tangled than ever. When we recently asked our community to rate how free they feel, the average was 3 out of 10… after three decades of living in a democratic nation.

So why does freedom still feel so hard to reach? And what if the freedom we’re longing for was never meant to be earned, managed, or chased?

Listen to the latest message in our Gifts of Christmas series and discover the deeper source of our frustration – and the unexpected path to true freedom this festive season.

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.

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.

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.

The Economy of Grace

Nick Louw — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:30:00 +0100

The Economy of Grace

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th October 2025

Passage: Matthew 20:1-16

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How does the world’s transactional view of performance affect your Christian life? Maybe, without realising it, you’ve begun to measure your worth by what you do – or expect more from God because of all you’ve done for Him.

But what if the way God sees value – and gives reward – is nothing like the way the world works? What if His kingdom runs on something far more surprising… and far more freeing?

This message will help you find the peace that comes when you stop striving and start resting in God’s grace – and encourage you to show that same grace to those around you. Click to listen and uncover the truth that changes how you see God, yourself, and others.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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 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.

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?

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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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.

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.

The Founding Fathers

Nick Louw — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The Founding Fathers

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th January 2025

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What if the 12 apostles were more than just names in the Bible – what if they were the founding fathers of our faith? This perspective might change how you see them – and how you see yourself. Which apostle do you relate to the most? In this eye-opening instalment of our Matthew series, discover why Jesus chose these men, how He equipped them, and the powerful truth that you don’t have to wait until you feel "ready" to serve. Uncover their stories and find your place in His plan!

Is God Really Coming Back?

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 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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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

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.

Connect with us - https://stmarks.churchtrac.com/card/4

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.

The GOD Course - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0-eFT46x5EWQE-CnsXiAht_xpIalchmM&si=9JqEAkrp81wzNS4L

The Meaning of Life

Nick Louw — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 09:30:00 +0100

The Meaning of Life

Series: Living In God's Story

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th June 2024

Passage: Genesis 1:26-31

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We all love a good story, but how do we feel about ours? Does everything seem pointless and like just another day on the hamster wheel? The first sermon in our 3-part new series sets the scene on God's story and unpacks why we are here. Click to listen to our latest sermon and discover our purpose on Earth.

Living in the Death Shadow

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/

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.

What's in a Name?

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:30:00 +0100

What's in a Name?

Series: Matthew

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th April 2024

Passage: Matthew 1:18-25

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A name is often the first thing we learn about someone when we get to know them, so the latest sermon in our series looks at the origin of Jesus' name and what it means to us. Click to listen to why the meaning of His name is particularly significant, how it impacts our lives, and how you can get to know Him better.

The Hidden Plan of History

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/

Isaiah 53 - The Forbidden Chapter

Nick Louw — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Isaiah 53 - The Forbidden Chapter

Series: The Prophecies of Easter

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th March 2024

Passage: Isaiah 52:13-53:12

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Our Good Friday sermon unpacks the prophecies foretold about Jesus 700 years before He walked on Earth. Click to discover why this part of the Bible is considered so mysterious, and learn how Old Testament prophecies assure us of the Truth of God's Word.

Eat and Drink, for Tomorrow We Die

Nick Louw — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Eat and Drink, for Tomorrow We Die

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd March 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10

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Our latest sermon in Ecclesiastes has us wondering, "Is this all there is?" Should we simply eat, drink, and be merry until our time on earth ends? Listen to the next instalment in our series to discover how Jesus' resurrection impacts our view on our life on earth and how the reality of eternity requires that we change our outlook.

Your Toxic Relationship With Your Money

Nick Louw — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Your Toxic Relationship With Your Money

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th February 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 5:10-17

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How do your views on money reflect your relationship with God? Listen to our latest sermon to find out how the gospel can change your perspective and help you become a conduit rather than a container of the resources God supplies.

How to Approach God Carefully

Nick Louw — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 09:30:00 +0000

How to Approach God Carefully

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th February 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 5:1-6:12

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Our latest sermon teaches how and why Christians can approach God confidently and the importance of never losing our reverence for Him. Click to listen and discover the benefits of communing with God and how it leads to finding fulfilment in Him.

Life's Scheduled Programming

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 Jan 2024 09:30:00 +0000

Life's Scheduled Programming

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th January 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-12:14

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What is your relationship with time and the seasons of life? Do you find yourself wanting to fast forward over the painful bits and hitting pause on the good times? Click to hear about how life's scheduled programming is unavoidable and what the Bible says about living in the moment.

The Discontentment of the Self-Made Life

Nick Louw — Sun, 21 Jan 2024 09:30:00 +0000

The Discontentment of the Self-Made Life

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st January 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

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Do you find yourself chasing after the next new thing? Maybe you'll finally feel happy if you get that new job or house. Listen to our latest sermon to understand why nothing seems to fill the void and why you should look elsewhere to find true contentment.

What Is The Point?

Nick Louw — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 09:30:00 +0000

What Is The Point?

Series: Ecclesiastes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th January 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11

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What would you have achieved by the end of your life on earth? On your deathbed, would all your strivings at work or the sports field counted for anything? Click to listen to our new sermon series to learn how to live in a way that matters.

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.

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

Nick Louw — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 09:30:00 +0100

Idol Factories

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Nick Louw

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th September 2023

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Idols are a thing of the past - right? Would you believe that idols still exist today? Our latest sermon teaches us about the nature of idolatry, how to recognise it and what we should do to protect ourselves against the danger it presents. Click to listen here.

Smelling like Heaven in a smelly world

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/

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.

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.

stmarks.churchtrac.com

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.

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.

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/

Nick Louw — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100

What Happened on This Day in Easter Week - Thursday

Series: Easter Week - What Happened on This Day?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 6th April 2023

Passage: Mark 14:12-26

What Happened on This Day in Easter Week - Tuesday

Nick Louw — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100

What Happened on This Day in Easter Week - Tuesday

Series: Easter Week - What Happened on This Day?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 4th April 2023

Passage: Mark 12:13-17

What Happened on This Day in Easter Week - Monday

Nick Louw — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100

What Happened on This Day in Easter Week - Monday

Series: Easter Week - What Happened on This Day?

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 3rd April 2023

Passage: Mark 11:15-18

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.

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.

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/

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.

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.

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

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?

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.

The Importance of Remembering

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

The Importance of Remembering

How to Rest in a Crazy World

Series: How-To's for life

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 5th July 2020

Nick Louw — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Christmas Day

Series: The Christmas Playlist

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 25th December 2019

Passage: Romans 6:23

The Angels' Song

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.

Mary's Song

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

Mary's Song

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

Easter Sunday

Preacher: Nick Louw

Nick Louw — Tue, 25 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

For to us a child is born

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 25th December 2018

Passage: Isaiah 9:6

Prince of Peace

Nick Louw — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Prince of Peace

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 23rd December 2018

Passage: Colossians 1:1-8

Everlasting Father

Nick Louw — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Everlasting Father

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 16th December 2018

Passage: John 10:1-18

Superheroes

Nick Louw — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Superheroes

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 9th December 2018

Passage: John 16:17-33

Nick Louw — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0100

New Birth

Series: John

Preacher: Nick Louw

Date: 17th September 2017

Passage: John 2:1-25

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 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

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

Nick Louw — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0100

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

Nick Louw — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0100

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, 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