Sermons

When temptation comes knocking, most of us think we can handle it — reason with it, resist it, or outsmart it. But Scripture tells us the real key to victory isn’t negotiating with temptation; it’s fleeing from it. But what does it mean to flee temptation? The story of Joseph is a powerful example of what it means to leave your cloak behind and run toward freedom.

Resisting temptation isn’t easy—but Jesus showed us how. In the wilderness, He modelled the power of solitude, fasting, and Scripture to overcome temptation and walk in lasting freedom.

What does it really mean to be part of a genuine Christian community? In the final message of our We is greater than Me series, we explore how the Church thrives when every believer actively participates — using their unique God-given gifts to serve others and build the Kingdom. Discover why there are no spectators in God’s family and how you can find your place of contribution.

Most people want avoid conflict at all costs. Churches, in particular, are chronically conflict avoidant. But scripture shows us that conflict has been part of church life since the beginning. True community is not built by avoiding conflict, but by engaging it with honesty, humility, and love.

Vulnerability doesn’t come easy. Fear and pride often keep us from letting others in. But community can’t thrive without vulnerability. This week in our We > Me series, we unpacked why letting others see our weaknesses is not a liability, but a pathway to love, grace, and real connection.

Real love in community goes beyond politeness or surface-level kindness. It means being genuine, selfless, and willing to put others first. The Bible calls us to love with sincerity, not with masks of selfishness or convenience, but by choosing to honour, serve, and care for others even when it is difficult. This kind of love comes from knowing and receiving God’s perfect love, and letting that transform us to love with sincerity and depth.

We’re often hesitant to engage in community because of past wounds and fear of vulnerability. But what if the messiness of community is actually one of God’s greatest tools for transformation?

An ancient proverb says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far, go together.” Sustaining a lifelong journey of following Jesus is only possible in community. This call goes beyond simply attending church—it invites us into relationships marked by depth, vulnerability, and a shared commitment to transformation.

Transformation is possible, but it’s not inevitable. It requires intentional effort on our part. The early Christians understood this, so they embraced what they called a “Rule of Life”—a rhythm of practices, habits, and relationships designed to make space for being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing what He did. Crafting our own Rule of Life is an essential step for turning the goal of becoming like Jesus into a reality.

A central part of apprenticing under Jesus is learning how to deal with sin. Though the topic can feel uncomfortable, facing the reality of sin—whether committed by us, against us, or around us—is essential for our healing and transformation. This teaching also unpacks confession: the practice of bringing our sin, shame, or hidden struggles into the light with a trusted person, so that we can step into freedom and wholeness.

Often, when we begin to practice the spiritual disciplines, the unhealed wounds of a lifetime rise to the surface of our hearts. How we respond to that pain is vital. This teaching explores the three primary ways people deal with pain (deny, detach, or drug), how unhealed pain sabotages transformation, and how God can meet us in pain to bring lasting change.

Spiritual disciplines are practices that create space for the Spirit to transform us from the inside out. Today we’ll look at how practicing spiritual disciplines open us up to God to change us at the deepest level.

Many of us desire to become more like Jesus, but we feel stuck. We need a training program, a reliable pathway to transformation. We find this in the Way of Jesus, which shows us how to intentionally engage formation.

Spiritual formation isn’t a Christian thing or even a religious thing; it’s a human thing. To be human is to grow, mature, and change over time. Formation is simply the process by which our inner person is formed into a particular shape or character. The problem is most of our spiritual formation is unintentional. As a result, we are often “conformed to the pattern of this world,” instead of being transformed into Christlikeness.

Who are you following? Everybody is following somebody. Put another way: we’re all disciples. The question isn’t: “Are you a disciple?” But, “who or what are you a disciple of?” In this teaching, John Mark Comer explores what it means to be a disciple or apprentice of Jesus.

On Sunday, we celebrated our church’s 20th anniversary! We reflected on our journey—sharing the story of how the church began and grew and overcame challenges—while honouring the many individuals who have prayed, given, and served so faithfully over the years. To top it off, we wrapped up the day with a hog roast feast. It was an opportunity to celebrate God’s goodness and faithfulness through the years and look ahead to all He has in store for us in the future!

Last week, we explored the surprising ways God is moving among young people. On Sunday, we heard a powerful firsthand testimony of someone who is actually experiencing it. Weslie Roberts shared her story of personal transformation as well as the remarkable salvations and healings she witnessed during her six-month mission with YWAM.

On Pentecost Sunday, we celebrate the birth of the Church — a moment when the Holy Spirit empowered ordinary people to speak with boldness, break barriers, and change the world. The work of the Spirit continues today in Britain. Despite years of secular decline, something surprising is happening in the UK. Church attendance is rising — especially among Gen Z. Bible sales are up. People are more open to Jesus than we've seen in decades. It's quiet, but it's real — and it's happening now. The Holy Spirit is moving. Will we join in?

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been diving into the Practice of Celebration— but what if joy doesn’t come easily? What if you want to celebrate but feel emotionally disconnected - or simply tired? On Sunday, Lauren shared her journey of learning to feel joy again—how God brought healing, restored joy, and taught her to laugh again.