Join us as we welcome guest speaker and pastor, Mark Anderson, from Royal City Mission for a 4-week sermon series called, “Parables: Revisiting Jesus’ Teachings”. This Sunday we start off Week 1 by looking at the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23).
Many of us find this Psalm quite familiar, some even know it by heart. Many take comfort and encouragement from it. But it can also be a powerful tool in your prayer life. David walks through what he has been learning by "praying through Scripture," using Psalm 23 as a great place to start.
Prayer is our primary means of communicating with and relating to God, so it is critical that we know to whom we are speaking. Andrew Napier looks at the way our prayer practices can teach us about the character of God, and how that in turn can shape our prayer practices.
The phrase “in Jesus’ name we pray, amen” is a fairly standard ending to many people’s prayers, but what does this actually mean? This week Zac Fairchild delves into this topic to find out if there’s any significance or importance to this phrase.
Jesus often spoke about the importance of prayer for developing a relationship with God. When asked by his followers how they should pray, he taught them the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13). Join us for Part 2 as Mark Brown unpacks this passage.
Jesus often spoke about the importance of prayer for developing a relationship with God. When asked by his followers how they should pray, he taught them the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13). Mark Brown takes us on a two-week journey diving into the Lord’s Prayer. This Sunday is Part 1.
What is prayer? Does God answer prayer? Inspired by a bumper sticker he saw on a trip, Einar Skolseg unpacks the small but important message: “Be Humble, Pray”.
Looking at 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, let’s do some remembering this coming Sunday of what it is that lies at the heart of all our Christian priorities and activities. (Listen carefully, because if we don’t get this right, we won’t get anything right!)
“He turned to me and heard my cry”. Every person’s story of how they came to Christ, is wonderful and brings glory to God in a unique way. This Sunday, Rocky Addorisio shares his fascinating story.
“How much do you really care?” This week, Mark Brown concludes his exploration of Proverbs 3:1-10.How wealthy are we and how much are we willing to give away?
"Give it the ol' college try." Join us this week as Grace member Zac Fairchild speaks on a topic that is relevant to all of us; simply put - trying to follow God’s will. God delights when we give things an honest try. Let’s explore this topic together, focussing on Matthew 5:48.
‘From The Bottom, Looking Up’. Join us this week as guest speaker Kevin Coghill, Pastor from Royal City Mission speaks from Matthew 20:1-16. He will be sharing the parable from the viewpoint of the workers, to challenge our sense of privilege and power.
Freedom & Fruit: This week Andrew Napier, member of Grace, will look at Galatians 5. Together we will explore some back-to-basics guidance from Paul for living in freedom, loving one another, and growing in the fruits of the spirit.
“In Whom Do You Trust?” This week, Mark Brown continues exploring Proverbs 3:1-10. In this Bible passage, we can learn from Solomon as he continues with his teaching; pointing towards that long prosperous peaceful life with a focus on trust.
What is Integrity and how can we live lives of integrity? This week, Einar Skolseg, member of Grace, will help us answer these questions as we look at 1 John 1 and the encouraging ideas outlined in Stephen L.Carter’s Essay ‘The Insufficiency of Honesty’.
What makes a strong foundation of a healthy church? Josh Cowan, Grace Member, will help us unpack this question. Looking at Ephesians 4:11-16 and related scripture, we’ll explore what the church is, and what it looks like to be the church and grow together in maturity.
The Vine & the Branches: What does it mean and look like to have a personal relationship with Jesus? Matt Naismith, Pastor of Teaching & Vision for Church of the City, helps us answer and unpack this question through four timeless and deeply encouraging truths from Jesus' teaching on the vine and the branches in John 15: 1-11.
This week guest speaker Mark Anderson, Pastor from Royal City Mission, will be exploring 5 short parables that give us a glimpse of God’s Kingdom. Matthew 13:31-33 & 44-52.
This week, Mark Brown continues teaching from Proverbs 3:1-10. Part 2: A Good Name Before God: Here we learn about the most important beginning - Love. Solomon teaches it and Jesus commands it.
Generosity Changes Everything: David Barker takes us on an exploration of generosity, using scripture and his own life experiences. Find out what it means to be a hilarious giver, how you may draw closer to Christ, and possibly find greater fulfillment in all areas of your life.
