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Weekly sermons from the pulpit of Erindale Bible Chapel. Sermons are recorded from the church sanctuary @ 10:30 a.m. and podcast audio files are posted every Sunday evening. All links are available at www.erindale.org . You can also access previous weeks video sermons via our website @ www.erindale.org , and podcasts on any podcast provider.

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    Five Half Truths - #4: Jesus is Truly a Man - August 30 2026

    There are statements that are completely false, and there are statements that are dangerous because they are only partly true. A half-truth takes something that is true and leaves out something essential, producing a conclusion that is ultimately false.  Consider the statement: “Jesus is truly a man.” That statement is absolutely true. Jesus was genuinely human. He was born, He grew, He became tired and hungry, He experienced sorrow and pain, and He truly died. Scripture leaves no doubt about the reality of His humanity. But there is often a hidden assumption behind that statement: “Jesus is truly a man; therefore He is only a man.” And that is where the half-truth becomes a serious error.  The Bible presents Jesus as something far greater. John 1:1 declares that the Word was God, and John 1:14 tells us that the Word became flesh. Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man. This is not merely a theological detail. It is essential to our salvation. Jesus had to become truly human to represent us and die for our sins. But He also had to be truly God for His sacrifice to have the saving worth and authority Scripture attributes to it. Today we will see why Jesus' humanity is real, why His deity is equally real, and why our salvation depends upon the truth that Jesus is the God-Man. Series: Five Half Truths  Scripture: John 1:1-14  Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

  2. Aug 23

    Five Half Truths - #3 God is Love - August 23, 2026

    There are statements that sound so good, so positive, and so comforting that we rarely stop to ask whether they are completely true. One of those statements is, “God is love.” And, of course, the Bible says exactly that. First John 4:8 tells us, “God is love.” But here is the danger: a truth can become a half-truth when we take something the Bible says about God and make it the whole truth about God.  If God is only love, then we can easily redefine love to mean that God accepts whatever we do. If God is only love, there is no room for His holiness, His justice, His righteousness, or His judgment. Sin becomes unimportant, repentance becomes unnecessary, and obedience becomes optional. “God is love” can become a permission slip to live however we want.  But the God of the Bible is much greater than that. He is loving, but He is also holy. He is merciful, but He is also just. And nowhere do we see the fullness of God's character more clearly than in Jesus Christ.  God's love was not demonstrated by ignoring our sin. It was demonstrated by sending His Son to save us from our sin. At the cross, we see God's love, holiness, justice, and mercy meeting together. That is the whole truth.  Series: Five Half Truths  Scripture: 1 John 4:8,16; John 3:16; Romans 5:8; Romans 3:25-26  Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

  3. Aug 16

    Five Half Truths - #2: All Religions are the Same - August 16 2026

    Have you ever heard someone say, “It doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as you are sincere”? Or perhaps, “All religions are really just different paths to the same God”? In our increasingly diverse society, statements like these are common. They sound tolerant, respectful, and even compassionate. After all, shouldn’t we respect people who have different beliefs from our own? Absolutely. Christians are called to treat every person with dignity, kindness, and love. But there is a difference between respecting someone’s beliefs and declaring that every belief is equally true. This half-truth is dangerous precisely because it contains some truth. It takes something we should affirm and quietly adds something we must reject. Yes, different religions may share certain moral teachings. But similarity does not mean equality, and sincerity does not make a belief true. More importantly, Jesus did not present Himself as simply one religious option among many. He made an extraordinary claim in John 14:6: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” In this sermon, we will examine why the statement “all religions are the same” is a half-truth, and why the biblical truth about Jesus changes everything. Series: Five Half Truths Scripture: John 14:6; Acts 4:12 Speaker: Pastor David Hallet

  4. Aug 9

    Five Half Truths - #1: The Bible is Written by Men - August 9 2026

    Who wrote the Bible? The obvious answer is, “Men wrote the Bible.” Moses wrote the Pentateuch. David wrote many of the Psalms. Isaiah wrote his prophecy. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John wrote the Gospels. Paul wrote letters to churches and individuals. Peter wrote two letters. Human beings picked up their pens, used their own vocabulary, wrote from their own experiences, and produced the words recorded in Scripture. But there is a problem with that answer. It is true, but it is only half the truth. The Bible was written by men, but it was not merely the product of men. Behind the human authors stands the divine Author. Behind their words stands the voice of God. The Scriptures are not simply ancient religious writings that record human ideas about God. They are God's Word given through human authors. That is the remarkable truth Peter declares in 2 Peter 1:20-21: the prophets spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. And Paul tells us in 2 Timothy 3:16 that “all Scripture is breathed out by God.” Why does this matter? Because if the Bible comes from God, then it possesses God's authority. If it is God's Word, then it speaks truth. And if God has spoken, we cannot treat His Word as merely human opinion. Series: Five Half Truths Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

  5. Aug 2

    The Beatitudes: The Joy of Persecution - August 2 2026

    No one naturally seeks persecution. We instinctively avoid rejection, criticism, and suffering. We want to be accepted, appreciated, and at peace with those around us. Yet as Jesus concludes the Beatitudes, He makes a startling declaration. Instead of saying, "Blessed are those who are admired," He says, "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake" (Matthew 5:10). Even more surprising, He commands His followers to "rejoice and be glad" when they are insulted, slandered, and opposed because of Him. How can persecution possibly be a source of joy? Is Jesus glorifying suffering? Is He encouraging believers to provoke hostility? Not at all. Rather, He is teaching that faithful disciples should expect opposition in a world that rejects its King. Persecution is not a sign that God has abandoned His people. Instead, it often confirms that they truly belong to Christ and are living for His kingdom. The joy Jesus promises is not found in pain itself, but in the eternal realities that persecution reveals. Those who suffer for Christ possess the kingdom of heaven, share in the company of God's faithful servants, and look forward to a reward that far outweighs every earthly loss. Series: The Beatitudes: Kingdom Living in a Fallen World Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12 Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

  6. Jul 26

    Adoption - July 26, 2026

    This sermon explores Galatians 4:4-7 and the theme of spiritual adoption, contrasting modern Western views of adoption with the practice in ancient Rome, where adoption gave a person's status, debts, and inheritance immediate and full legal standing. Drawing on this backdrop, along with references to Romans 8, John 17, and the parable of the prodigal son, the message argues that salvation is not just about forgiveness of sin but about being welcomed into God's family as true heirs alongside Christ. It opens with the story of Steve Jobs' adoption and eventual estrangement from his biological father, framing a contrast with a heavenly Father who actively pursues reconciliation. The core of the message identifies four marks of someone who truly grasps their adopted identity in Christ: living secure in God's love, trusting His provision instead of fear, enduring suffering well as part of spiritual formation, and showing compassion toward the poor and vulnerable. It closes by returning to the Jobs story as a point of contrast, then extends an invitation—drawn from Matthew 25:34—to come home to a Father who runs out to meet His children. Guest Speaker: Tim Brown Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

  7. Jul 19

    The Courage of My Convictions - July 19 2026

    What has Jesus entrusted to you — and are you investing it well? A personal testimony on faith, calling, and a fresh take on the Parable of the Talents Guest Speaker: Dr. Peter Agwa

  8. Jul 12

    Such a Great Salvation - July 12 2026

    Hebrews 2:3 explores the depth and glory of what Christ has done for us. In an age of superficiality, this salvation stands apart: great because of its Author, our Creator who became one of us; great because of the perfection of Christ's work as our merciful High Priest; great because of its costliness, purchased not with silver or gold but with the precious blood of Jesus (1 Peter 1:18); and great because it's complete and universal, requiring only repentance and faith. A powerful call to receive Christ as Lord and Savior, echoing Isaiah's promise that God's salvation reaches to the ends of the earth. Scripture: Hebrews 2:3 Guest Speaker: Arthur Dixon

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Weekly sermons from the pulpit of Erindale Bible Chapel. Sermons are recorded from the church sanctuary @ 10:30 a.m. and podcast audio files are posted every Sunday evening. All links are available at www.erindale.org . You can also access previous weeks video sermons via our website @ www.erindale.org , and podcasts on any podcast provider.

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    Erindale Bible Chapel
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
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