Sermons

Pentecost matters because the Holy Spirit matters. But who is the Holy Spirit, and what does he do? The first Pentecost Sunday shows us that the Holy Spirit fills the Christian, empowers the Christian for mission, and fulfills God’s purpose in his world. Rev. Creighton Friedrich

Do we really need the Ascension? Isn’t it only about the cross and resurrection? This is a common belief but if we don’t have the Ascension we don’t have Christianity. Paul makes this quite clear in his letter to the Ephesians. Matthew Usherwood

When we look at the politics, pandemics and global tensions of our time there is much to fuel our anxiety. Is there anywhere we can turn for confidence in a world that feels out of control? King David understands: our security and well-being are completely in God’s hands. We can find comfort confidence in a … Read more May 25, 2025

Where do we run to when we’re desperate? The Psalmist understands: a true defence in trouble comes only from God and there are no other substitutes that can provide lasting confidence and peace. So wait for the Lord. Rev. Creighton Friedrich

Very Present Help in Trouble: God is Our Shepherd (Psalm 23) Psalm 23 has been and is a beloved Psalm for many Christian over the centuries who have gone through suffering and hardships. This Psalm shows us that those who hear and follow Jesus’ voice, who is the Good Shepherd, will be taken care of … Read more May 11, 2025

Very Present Help in Trouble: God is Our Salvation (Psalm 27) Comfort and Confidence in anxious times requires trust in God – but what does trust involve? In the midst of his trouble, David understands trusting God involves dwelling with God, seeking after God, and waiting for God. So what can trusting God look like … Read more May 04, 2025

Easter Sunday: Making Sense of Jesus’ Resurrection (Luke 24:1-12) If there’s one claim at the very centre of Christianity (without which it wouldn’t be Christianity) it’s this: Jesus who died rose to life again. What would possess the earliest Christians to make such a extraordinary claim? Is it wishful thinking? Myth-making? Stupidity? The bold claim … Read more April 20, 2025

Good Friday: Today You Will be With Me in Paradise (Luke 23:29-43) Two criminals have been crucified with Jesus and are placed on each side of him. One mocks, while the other asks to be remembered. This moment shows the heart of Jesus and the hope of the cross and the resurrection. Matthew Usherwood

Maundy Thursday: The Lord’s Supper (Luke 22:14-23) Why is the Lord’s Supper so important, even essential, to the life of the church? Scripture bears witness: in the Lord’s Supper we proclaim Christ as Saviour by partaking of Christ the Saviour – to our endless comfort. Creighton Friedrich

Palm Sunday: The One and Future King (Luke 19:28-40) Jesus now makes his way into Jerusalem in a Triumphant way. We see from this text that Jesus is the all knowing King, we see evidence of Jesus being King and we see how to worship the King. But, everything must be seen in light of … Read more April 13, 2025

James: Gospel Driven Prayer (5:13-20) James concludes his letter with a call for prayer in all season of life. Whether you are facing suffering, joy, sickness, prayer is the answer. But why? Gospel driven prayer orients the heart of a disciple of Jesus in a way that causes it to say “not my will but … Read more April 06, 2025

James: The Failure of Greed vs the Freedom of Generosity (5:1-6) Wealth promises freedom: security, assurance, abundance and so much more. But does it deliver? Greed, our inordinate desire to accumulate wealth, James understands, ultimately fails us: it condemns us, it corrupts us and it costs us. So where, if anywhere, can we find true … Read more March 23, 2025