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  1. Loving God with More that Good intentions - Emma Robinson - 24 May 2026

    May 29

    Loving God with More that Good intentions - Emma Robinson - 24 May 2026

    Loving God with All We Are – Mark 12:28-34 In this message, Emma Robinson from Jesus Time breaks down the Greatest Commandment, challenging us to move past a "5-minute-a-day" checklist and truly love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Explore what it looks like to align our desires with His, embrace our unique personalities in worship, dig deeper into scripture, and let a genuine passion for God overflow into how we love our neighbors. Includes closing reflection questions to help turn good intentions into daily habits.

    40 min
  2. The Echo of Our Words - Matt McInnes - 10 May 2026

    May 10

    The Echo of Our Words - Matt McInnes - 10 May 2026

    The Power of Words: Life, Death, and Responsibility "The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit." — Proverbs 15:4 Words are never neutral; they carry the power to heal or to harm. This message explores the profound impact of our speech and our shared responsibility as image-bearers of God to use our voices with wisdom. Highlights: The Weight of Speech: How our words act as either a "tree of life" or a force that crushes the spirit. Reception & Context: Why understanding the listener's heart is just as important as the words we choose. A Royal Priesthood: Recognizing our authority to declare God’s light and the responsibility that comes with representing Him. Prophesying Life: Choosing encouragement and Kingdom-building over negativity and cynicism. Whether you need to break free from negative words spoken over you or want to sharpen your own stewardship of speech, this message offers a path toward speaking life into the world around you.

    31 min
  3. A People of the Word Pt2 - Chris Chalmers - 3rd May 26

    May 7

    A People of the Word Pt2 - Chris Chalmers - 3rd May 26

    In a world that often feels chaotic and opposing, where can we find a true sense of refuge and integrity? This week, we continue our deep dive into the "Word," focusing on the beautiful structure and profound promises of Psalm 119. We explore the transformative power of God’s Word not just as intellectual knowledge, but as a lifestyle of integrity where our inner hearts and outer actions align. Join us as we discuss how keeping God's statutes leads to ultimate blessing—intimacy with our Creator—and provides the essential toolkit for victory in the spiritual battles we face daily. In this episode: The Power of Integrity: Why knowing the Word isn't enough, and how the Spirit empowers us to be "doers" rather than just "hearers." [08:11] The Ultimate Blessing: Moving beyond material promises to the infinite reward of relationship with God. [13:32] Victory Over Sin: How hiding the Word in your heart acts as a safeguard against the "off-roading" of life’s temptations. [20:53] Spiritual Hunger: Treating Scripture as the "meat" your soul needs to stay strong through seasons of doubt and tragedy. [29:28] Building the Habit: Practical tips for establishing a Bible-reading routine that sticks, from apps to meditative study. [31:10] Whether you are in a season of "deconstructing" your faith or looking to deepen your daily walk, this message offers a roadmap for finding sweetness and strength in the scriptures.

    41 min
  4. A People of the Word - Chris Chalmers - 26 April 26

    May 7

    A People of the Word - Chris Chalmers - 26 April 26

    In the service from April 26, Ps Chris begins a series focused on the Word of God, using Psalm 119 as the primary text. He explores the unique nature of the Bible as both a "human book"—written by over 40 authors in specific historical contexts—and a "divine book" that is inspired by God and eternally relevant to all people. Ps Chris emphasizes the authority of Scripture in a postmodern world often characterized by a "radical distrust" of external authority. He highlights that true humility involves submitting to God's Word rather than viewing it through the lens of personal preference or "my truth." By positioning the Bible as a lamp and a light, he encourages the congregation to move beyond being "analysts" of sermons or casual readers, but instead to develop a deep, reverent passion for Scripture that informs every decision and aspect of life.

    41 min
  5. A Word Based Spirituality - open worship - Chris Chalmers - 19 May 26

    May 7

    A Word Based Spirituality - open worship - Chris Chalmers - 19 May 26

    In this devotion, Ps Chris explores what it truly means to worship the Father "in spirit and in truth." Drawing from Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4, Chris discusses the vital necessity of balancing a deep, reasoned commitment to God’s Word with an active, empowered reliance on the Holy Spirit. He introduces the practice of "open worship" and challenges us to pursue a word-based spirituality that is supernaturally alive—avoiding the extremes of dry intellectualism or ungrounded experience—to build a faith that is both Biblically rooted and holistically transformed.

    12 min
  6. We are a people of worship - Sarah Chalmers 12-04-26

    Apr 13

    We are a people of worship - Sarah Chalmers 12-04-26

    We are a people of worship. Join us as we explore Luke 7:36-48 and how the primacy of worship shapes our whole lives.

    33 min
  7. The Resurrection Our Future Hope - Robert Norris 05-04-26

    Apr 13

    The Resurrection Our Future Hope - Robert Norris 05-04-26

    This Easter we explore our future hope in the resurrection and how it impacts how we live today.

    32 min
  8. Romans 5:8 - Chris Chalmers - 29/03/2026

    Mar 29

    Romans 5:8 - Chris Chalmers - 29/03/2026

    As we turn out hearts towards the cross we explore the glorious truth at the heart of the gospel.

    30 min
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