Living Faith

James 1:21 - 2:26 - Kevin Vroom
Living Faith.....
… obeys God's word  [ 1:21 - 27 ]
True religion means obeying the word - in thought and deed
… results in action  [ 2:14 - 26 ]
Obedience to God’s word reinforces genuine faith
 

A Vision for Prayer

Luke 18:1-8 - Steve Hope
The Explanation (v. 1) 
The Illustration (vv. 2-5)
The Application (vv. 6-8)
 

Herod’s story

Advent - the prequel

2 Samuel 7:1-17 - Tim Smylie
David: “God’s Kingdom has arrived!” (vv1-3)
God: “No, I’m just getting started!” (vv4-17)
“I will not rest until my people truly rest” (vv4-11a)
“A son of David will set up my eternal kingdom” (vv11b-17)

A meal with Jesus - Part 2

John 1:1-25 - Tim Ambrose

The seriousness of sin and the scandal of God’s grace

2 Samuel 12:1-14 - Gerald Tanner
The seriousness of sin
The scandal of God’s grace
The innocent son of David dies instead
 

Wholehearted Relationship

1 Samuel 1-2:11 - Kevin Vroom
Anguish at the LORD’s Hand (1:1-8)
Relief in God's Presence (1:9-18)
Faithfulness in Blessing (1:19-28)
Confidence in God's Character (2:1-10)

A meal with Jesus

John 21:1-25 - Tim Ambrose

Free to live a life of worship

Romans 12 - Pieter Vroom
The glorious freedom of the children of God (8:21). H
How is that freedom possible?
Our response to God’s mercy: live a life of worship
What does that involve?
Sincere love
Seen in our relationships
Zeal for God expressed towards others
No need for revenge
Witness

Comfort in Christ’s coming

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 - Ian MacGregor

When I see the blood

Exodus 11:1-12:13 - Ian MacGregor

Sealed to Stand

Revelation 7 - Steve Hope
The assurance of his seal (vv. 1-8)
The anticipation of his salvation (vv. 9-17)
 

Holy, Holy, Holy

Psalm 99 - Tim Smylie
Holy in his supreme majesty and authority (vv1-3)
Holy in his just and righteous rule (vv4-5)
Holy in his personal involvement with his people (vv6-9)

The Indiscriminate Gospel

Acts 10 - Steve Hope
God is Indiscriminate in the offer of his grace (vv. 1-35)
So… We must be indiscriminate in the preaching of his gospel (vv. 36-43)
And… We must be indiscriminate in the sharing of his blessings (vv. 44-48)
 

Paul in Athens

Acts 17 - Gareth Fitzpatrick

Treasure in clay jars

2 Corinthians 4 - Tim Smylie
The treasure – a powerful message (vv1-6)
The clay jars – weak messengers (vv7-12)
The way of renewal – focus on eternal realities (vv13-18)
 

The importance of a faithful personal testimony in challenging times

Acts 27-28 - Gerald Tanner

The Magnificat

Luke 1:46-55 - Steve Hope
The humble are called to his mind (vv. 46-49) 
The humble are extended his mercy (v. 50)
The humble are lifted by his might (vv. 51-53)
The humble are promised his Messiah (vv. 54-55)
 

The tools for building back

Nehemiah 1:1-2:10 - Bill Patterson
Patience
Prayer
Planning

The Mighty, Personal and Praiseworthy Saviour

Luke 17:11-17 - Bill Patterson
Christ is a Majestic Lord and a Saviour - v14
He is a personal Saviour - v19
He is a praise-worthy Saviour - v15-16

Everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness

Acts 10 - Gerald Tanner

The evidence of great faith

Luke 7:1-10 - Gerald Tanner

Praise the Lord!

Psalm 113 - Steve Jones
The command of the Lord - (vv1-3)
The character of the Lord - (vv4-6)
The care of the Lord - (vv7-9)

The Vine and the Branches

John 15:1-17 - Gareth Fitzpatrick

Two ways to die

Luke 23:26-46 - Alan Reeves
Forgiveness Available (v32-34)
Forgiveness Rejected (v35-39)
Forgiveness Received (v40-43)

Spirit-Filled Witness

Acts 4:1-31 - Kevin Vroom
The Religious Leaders: Offended by the Gospel (v1-7)
The Apostles: The Indomitable Power of the Spirit (v7-21)
The Church: Praying for Boldness (v23-31)
Remembering God's sovereignty (v24b-30)
Recognising God's sovereign plan (v25-28)
Asking for power to serve (v29-30) 

02 - Pentecost Explained

Acts 2:12-21 - Steve Hope
A Day of forceful proclamation (vv 12-14)
A Day of fulfilled promises (vv 15-18)
A Day of forewarning people (vv 19-21)

01 - The Power for Mission

Acts 2:1-12 - Steve Hope
The power that's present for all God's people (vv1-4a)
The power that proclaims to all nations (vv4b-11)
 

Because Christ is risen.......

1 Corinthians 15:12-28 - Tim Smylie
What if Christ had not risen? (vv12-19)
Because Christ is risen... (vv20-28)
Our resurrection is guaranteed (vv20-23)
Creation will be renewed (vv24-28)

He made the stars also

Psalm 46 - Wayne O'Leary