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The ministry of Harvest Bible Chapel is focused on glorifying God through the fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) in the spirit of the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:37-39). We welcome you to find life in Jesus Christ at Harvest. As a church community we are passionately seeking to know our God in a deeper way, and we invite you to join us in that pursuit!.

  1. Jun 28

    Who Shall Separate Us From The Love of Christ?

    Let me ask you a question. Do you want to be loved? I already know your answer. Of course you do! No matter who you ask this question to, the answer is always the same. Everyone wants to be loved, so the question is rhetorical. The thing about rhetorical questions is that you typically don’t have to think long and hard about them. The answer is usually simple, logical, and obvious. As we’ll see in this message, Paul uses this method very well in Romans 8:31-39. Through a series of rhetorical questions, he effectively reminds, persuades, and provokes his audience of readers to consider and recognize both the sovereignty of God and the depth of His love. It is undeniable: there is no one like God, there is no one greater than God, he never fails, and he never wavers. Grasping these amazing truths about him are essential and will unequivocally lead us to trust in him as we should, rejoice in the goodness of his salvation, and rest peacefully in his care. I hope you come ready for this message. We’re finally arriving at the end of our Real Love series, and as you can see, we’re ending off with a doozy! Series: Real Love Message 9: Who Shall Separate Us From The Love of Christ? Text: Romans 8:31-39 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston June 28, 2026 Since I belong to Christ, I… …trust in his grace (v. 31-32) Colossians 2:13-14 For it is not true that some Christians believe in divine sovereignty while others hold an opposite view. What is true is that all Christians believe in divine sovereignty, but some are not aware that they do, and mistakenly imagine and insist that they reject it. What causes this odd state of affairs? The root cause is the same as in most cases of error in the church — the intruding of rationalistic speculations, the passion for systematic consistency, a reluctance to recognize the existence of mystery and to let God be wiser than men, and a consequent subjecting of Scripture to the supposed demands of human logic. – J.I. Packer …since God has already given us the supreme and costliest gift of his own Son, ‘how can he fail to lavish every other gift upon us?’ In giving his Son he gave everything. The cross is the guarantee of the continuing, unfailing generosity of God. – John Stott …rejoice in his justification (v. 33-34) …rest in his love (v. 35-39)

  2. Jun 21

    As Christ Loved The Church

    In this message, we will consider the marriage relationship as we look at Ephesians 5:22–33. Through Paul’s instruction, we’ll see that his goal is not merely to give us a recipe for a successful marriage, but to direct our attention to Christ. Jesus defines real love, and he is the only foundation upon which a God-honouring marriage can be built. As we work through this passage, you’ll notice that the instructions given to husbands and wives almost seem to take a back seat to the clear Christology that Paul presents. Three times, Paul uses the phrase, “as Christ,” reminding us that he is the model we are to follow. Paul’s concern is that we would see Jesus, be in awe of him, and learn from him, and that should be our concern as well. And as we follow his example, we will come to understand what Real Love truly is, seeing that Christ is the only source of it, and that we are called to reflect him and his love in every aspect of our lives, including our marriages and relationships. Series: Real Love Message 8: As Christ Loved The Church Text: Ephesians 5:22-33 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston June 21, 2026 As a member of the body of Christ, I am moved to… …submission (v. 22-24) Genesis 2:15 Genesis 2:18 Both men and women are together created in the divine image and are therefore equal before God as persons, possessing the same moral dignity and value, and have equal access to God through faith in Christ. Men and women are together the recipients of spiritual gifts designed to empower them for ministry in the local church and beyond. Therefore, men and women are to be encouraged, equipped, and empowered to utilize their gifting in ministry, in service to the body of Christ, and through teaching in ways that are consistent with the Word of God. While husbands and wives are responsible to God for spiritual, nurture and vitality in the home, God has given to the man primary responsibility to lead his wife and family in accordance with the servant, leadership and sacrificial love characterized by Jesus Christ.This principle of male headship should not be confused with, nor give any hint of, domineering control. Rather, it is to be the loving, tender, and nurturing care of a godly man who is himself under the kind and gentle authority of Jesus Christ. - Acts 29, Distinctive #4 …sacrifice (v. 25-27) …unity (v. 28-33)

  3. Jun 14

    Communion

    After spending some time studying baptism last Sunday, we will now turn our attention to the second ordinance: communion. On the surface, it may seem like an unusual practice to some, but it holds great significance and has been a foundational practice in the history of the church since its institution by Jesus. If we’re not careful, this ordinance can become something we do without putting much thought into it. That’s something we want to avoid. As we look through 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, we’ll see how Paul was forced to denounce the Corinthian believers’ careless approach to the Lord’s Table. Instead of observing it as Christ intended, they were using it as an opportunity to satisfy their own selfish and sinful desires. There is great joy in observing Communion, as it reminds us how Christ made a way for us to be saved. It also carries a certain solemnity that cannot be ignored, as the bread and the cup point us directly to the suffering and death that Christ endured on the cross. We should want to come to this table with sincere hearts before our Lord, giving thanks to him, while also remembering his incredible sacrifice. I hope you can join us to gather around God’s Word together this Sunday. Communion will be incorporated into the message, as we reflect on the purpose of the ordinance and the excellence of our Saviour. Series: 2 Ordinances Message: Communion Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston June 14, 2026 Gathering at the Lord’s table, I am invited to… …come with a sincere heart (v. 17-22, 27-34) 1 Corinthians 10:16-17 …give thanks for his provision (v. 23-24a) May I see Christ crucified before my eyes in the breaking of the bread and the pouring out of the wine. And may I not forget the cause, my corruptions, but so think of them together with my Saviour’s kindness in dying to make satisfaction for them...though the pain were his, yet the profit is mine; though the wounds were his, yet the balm is mine; though the thorns were his, yet the crown is mine; though the price were his, yet the purchase is mine. – George Swinnock …remember his body and blood (v. 24b-25) Isaiah 53:3-6 1 Peter 2:24 1 Peter 1:18-19 …proclaim the gospel until he returns (v. 26)

  4. Jun 7

    Baptism

    We’re taking a brief break from our Real Love series for the next couple of weeks, beginning this Sunday, as we turn our attention to a two-part series on the two ordinances given to the church by Christ: Baptism and Communion. This week, we’ll focus on baptism, exploring a variety of Scripture passages that help us see why entering the waters of baptism is an important act of obedience for every believer who confesses Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. Beyond that, we’ll seek to understand the purpose of baptism, the blessings it brings, and how we should approach it biblically as a church. If you have time before Sunday, I encourage you to read some of the following passages in preparation: Matthew 28:19–20, Acts 2:1–41, Acts 8:26–40, Romans 6:3–4, and Colossians 2:12–13. Series: 2 Ordinances Message: Baptism Text: Various Scriptures Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston June 7, 2026 Stepping into the waters of baptism, I… …obey Christ’s command (Matthew 28:19-20) Matthew 28:19-20 Harvest exists to glorify God by making more and better followers of Jesus. …declare my faith (Acts 2:37-38, 41) The New Testament does not know of a Christian who is also not baptized. Evidence for this is found in the book of Acts. From Pentecost on, everyone who believed the gospel was baptized, thus publicly testifying of their faith in Christ. – Water Baptism, TGC Essay by Stephen Wellum …proclaim the gospel (John 3:3) Romans 6:4 …point to my future hope (Mark 1:4, 15) We ought to learn to have one foot raised to take our departure when it shall please God. - John Calvin

  5. May 31

    How Long Will You Limp?

    This weekend is the fifth Sunday of the month, so we’ll be gathering for a Family Service. You and your whole family are invited to join us as we worship together. Don’t worry if things get a little noisy; we love having children worship with us, and I am certain they will enjoy it, too. For those who need it, Harvest Kids will be available downstairs for children from ages 0 to 3. With this, we’re also excited to have Daniel Allard bring the Word. Daniel has done an incredible job launching and leading our Harvest Kids ministry since the start of our campus. He’ll be taking us through 1 Kings 18:1-46, where we’ll see how God alone is worthy of our fear, worship, and trust. I encourage you to take some time before Sunday to read through the passage and come ready to hear from God and be challenged by his Word. Series: Single Message: How Long Will You Limp? Text: 1 Kings 18:1-46 Daniel Allard Harvest Alliston May 31, 2026 When God makes himself known, I will… …fear him alone (v. 1-21) Luke 9:23 …fall down before him (v. 22-40) An idol is anything more important to you than God, anything that absorbs your heart and imagination more than God, anything you seek to give you what only God can give. - Tim Keller, Counterfeit Gods …fully trust in him (v. 41-46)

  6. May 24

    Do You Love Me?

    Each of us can easily default to embarrassment, shame, and guilt when we do something wrong, and unless we turn to Christ, we can even begin to live there. Yes, we need to recognize our sinfulness, our brokenness, and our tendency to drift away from our loving Saviour. But a life lived in constant shame and guilt will lead us to live defeated, not to the victorious life we find in Christ. This Sunday, as we walk through John 21:15–19, we’ll see Peter, who, just prior to Christ’s crucifixion, denied him three times. Now, standing before the resurrected Saviour, Peter is given the opportunity to do the opposite by confessing his love for Jesus, also three times. This interaction shows us that Christ wasn’t looking to come down on Peter and shame him further, though that is often what we assume Jesus should do when we mess things up. We often expect to be left to carry the full weight and consequences of our failures for the rest of our lives, but following Jesus isn’t about achieving perfect performance and doesn’t align with who Jesus is. Rather, Christ restores us in love, just as we see him do with Peter, and he calls us once again to follow. And as we follow and love him, we will make him our ultimate pursuit, answer his call to serve him, and surrender ourselves to him. Series: Real Love Message 7: Do You Love Me? Text: John 21:15-19 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston May 24, 2026 The posture most natural to him is not a pointed finger but open arms. – Dane Ortlund, Gentle and Lowly When I follow Jesus and love him I… …pursue him (v. 15a) The main job of the Christian is to pursue. – John Piper …serve him (v. 15b-17) John 10:15b …surrender to him (v. 18-19)

  7. May 17

    In Deed and In Truth

    Nowadays, it’s getting harder and harder to know what’s real. There are so many counterfeits out there. It’s not just with AI, but in everyday life, too. There’s fake money, jewellery, designer clothing, leather, flowers, paintings, and even autographed memorabilia. The list goes on. And all of this says something about us as a society. If it weren’t for us, none of these bad imitations would exist. But we can be fake ourselves. We can be insincere and deceptive. This issue stems from our broken, sinful nature. So, should we be surprised when God tells us in his Word to love others…genuinely? He knows how we struggle in this. We are called to love others, and this week we will see what it means to be sincere in our love for God and others. The best way to do this is to actually care about others. Not just say we do because we know we should. That’s not good enough. Join us as we look to 1 John 3:11-18 and consider what it means to love God and others genuinely. Series: Real Love Message 6: In Deed and In Truth Text: 1 John 3:11-18 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston May 17, 2026 As I love God and love people genuinely, I will… (v. 11 …show the marks of a new life (v. 12, 14–15) Love and hatred are moral opposites, but hatred and murder, belong to the same sphere of death. – The New American Commentary, Daniel Akin …be hated by the world (v. 13) John 15:19 …pour myself out for others (v. 16) John 15:13 He said it, knowing that he was heading for the cross: an instrument of torture so horrific that it was not even spoken of in polite Roman society. He said it, knowing that the cross had always been the plan. - Rebecca McLaughlin, Is Easter Unbelievable …open my heart to the needy (v. 17) Life Groups are not about one person ministering to the group, but rather the group ministering to each other. …back up my words with action (v. 18)

  8. May 10

    Do Not Love The World

    What are some of the things in your life that tend to take priority over God? Things that you find yourself giving your affection and attention to instead of him? As Christians, we all say that we love God, and I am certain that many of us do. Yet, we still find ourselves drawn to and distracted by the things of this world even though we know they are empty, temporary, and will never satisfy. Only Christ can. This Sunday, we’re going to look at 1 John 2:15-17 and see the instruction given to not love the world or the things in the world. But how can we actually live that out? As I already mentioned, this is something we all struggle with constantly. Join us as we continue our series, Real Love, and look to God’s Word to reorient our hearts toward what should be our ultimate pursuit. Spoiler: it should not be anything else or anything less than God himself. Series: Real Love Message 5: Do Not Love The World Text: 1 John 2:15-17 Patrice Charade Harvest Alliston May 10, 2026 When I love God above all else, I will… …set the world aside (v. 15) John 13:34-35 Matthew 6:24 The love of the world is essentially idolatry, and God will not be worshiped side by side with idols. You cannot send your heart at the same time in two opposite ways—toward evil and toward good. - Charles Spurgeon …see the world for what it is (v. 16-17a) …pursue the will of God (v. 17b) Romans 12:2 The followers of the world share the death of the world: the children of God share His eternal life. - Alfred Plummer

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The ministry of Harvest Bible Chapel is focused on glorifying God through the fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) in the spirit of the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:37-39). We welcome you to find life in Jesus Christ at Harvest. As a church community we are passionately seeking to know our God in a deeper way, and we invite you to join us in that pursuit!.

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