In this powerful sermon, Pastor Geoff Eggins explores Psalm 118, one of the most quoted psalms in the New Testament and a song that has been sung for thousands of years. Discover how this ancient psalm points directly to Jesus as the rejected cornerstone who became the foundation of everything. Learn why the Jewish leaders missed what God was doing through Jesus, and how we can avoid making the same mistake in our own lives. This message challenges us to recognise that God's faithful love endures forever—not through solving our temporary problems, but through dealing with our deepest needs: sin, death, and righteousness. As we prepare to enter a new year, this sermon reminds us never to graduate from Jesus or treat Him as secondary to our plans and goals. Instead, we're called to be "living stones" aligned with Christ the cornerstone, proclaiming His light and love to the world. Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of how Old Testament prophecy reveals Jesus, or looking for guidance on keeping Christ central in daily life.

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In this powerful Christmas Day sermon, the fourth and final message in our Christmas series, Pastor Seb explores Isaiah 9:6 and Jesus' title as the Prince of Peace. Discover how Jesus brings peace in three transformative ways: peace with God through reconciliation, peace of God that sustains us through life's storms, and peace flowing through us into a broken world. Through the compelling story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4, learn why true peace isn't found in perfect circumstances, self-help programs, or ideal situations, but in the presence of Christ himself. Seb challenges listeners living in our anxiety-filled culture to become non-anxious presences who point others to Jesus. Whether you're experiencing chaos during the holidays, struggling with inner unrest, or searching for lasting peace, this Christmas message offers hope and practical application. Come to Jesus and find the rest your soul desperately needs.

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In part three of our Christmas series on Isaiah 9:6, Pastor Ruth explores what it means that Jesus is our "Everlasting Father" - a title that reveals his tender, compassionate, and unchanging care for us. Drawing from Psalm 103 and the context of Isaiah's prophecy 700 years before Christ's birth, this sermon addresses how we can find hope during difficult times, including personal struggles, financial hardship, broken relationships, and the darkness we see in our world. Discover how Jesus offers us unfailing love, complete forgiveness, and intimate relationship - removing our sins "as far as the east is from the west." This Christmas message reminds us that the nativity scene is just the beginning of God's rescue plan, fulfilled through Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. Perfect for anyone seeking comfort, hope, and understanding of God's enduring faithfulness during the Christmas season and beyond.

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In part two of our Christmas Series, Pastor Seb explores the profound title "Mighty God" from Isaiah 9:6, challenging our understanding of true power and strength. While the ancient Israelites expected a warrior-messiah who would physically defeat their oppressors—someone like David's mighty men who slayed hundreds in battle—Jesus came as a child born in Bethlehem, demonstrating that real power is wrapped in humility. This sermon examines how Jesus showed His might over nature, sickness, death, and sin, yet chose to serve rather than dominate, washing feet instead of wielding swords. Pastor Seb introduces the spiritual discipline of secrecy and issues a compelling Christmas challenge: to do mighty works for God without telling anyone, allowing us to examine our true motivations and become humble heroes in God's kingdom. Perfect for anyone wrestling with what true strength and leadership look like in a world obsessed with recognition and power.

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Join Mel Wetzel, our Children’s and Family Ministry Coordinator, as we kick off our Christmas series exploring the prophetic names of Jesus from Isaiah 9:6. In this first instalment, discover what it means that Jesus is our "Wonderful Counsellor." Recorded during our Kids Takeover service, this message explores how Jesus invites us into relationship, offers trustworthy counsel, and provides generous wisdom for our lives. Mel shares the historical context of Isaiah's prophecy to Judah over 600 years before Christ's birth and challenges us to examine our own relationship with Jesus as counsellor. Are we truly seeking His wisdom? Do we trust His promises? Through stories ranging from George Mueller's faith to everyday conversations with children, this sermon reminds us that Jesus isn't too busy to hear our random thoughts, worries, and dreams. He humbled himself to be born as a baby, making himself accessible to all who seek Him. This Advent season, learn how to notice Jesus as Wonderful Counsellor in your daily life.

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In this powerful Foster Care Sunday message, Rex Rigby shares his remarkable journey from a struggling child who couldn't read or write to becoming the first Indigenous head of a denomination in Australia. Through raw honesty about growing up with malnutrition, dyslexia, and feelings of rejection, Rex reveals how God transformed hopelessness into purpose. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1:22-29 and Jeremiah 29:11, this sermon challenges listeners to reject the negative voices that say "you'll never amount to anything" and instead embrace God's truth about their identity and calling. Rex's story demonstrates how God uses unlikely people—the foolish, the weak, the overlooked—to accomplish His purposes. Whether you're facing doubt, struggling with your past, or questioning your worth, this message offers hope that God has a plan for your life. Learn to stop listening to destructive voices, stop running yourself down, and become a life-giving voice for others. A must-listen for anyone needing encouragement about foster care, overcoming adversity, and discovering their God-given purpose.

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Join us for the fifth and final sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, in which Pastor Mark explores the vital rhythm of Christian life: gathering together and scattering to our frontlines. Drawing from Hebrews 10, he unpacks three essential "let us" statements—let us draw near in prayer, let us hold to God's Word, and let us encourage one another. Discover why the gathering of believers is just as crucial as our scattered witness throughout the week. Through powerful illustrations, including a restaurant encounter that led to salvation, this message challenges us to move beyond consumer Christianity and embrace our calling to serve, encourage, and provoke one another to love and good works. As we enter the Christmas season when people are more open to Jesus, this sermon equips you to do "this stuff in the real world"—bringing the transformative power of the gospel to your workplace, neighbourhood, and everyday frontlines. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand the balance between corporate worship and daily witness.

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In this fourth sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Ruth explores the powerful truth of "whoever we are" - that we make a difference not only because of what we do, but because of whose we are. Drawing from Ephesians 2, this message reminds us that we are God's masterpiece, saved by grace and united with Christ. Whether you're in the workplace, at home, or in your neighbourhood, discover your identity as sons and daughters of God, members of His family, and the aroma of Christ. This episode also features testimonies from Daniel and Greg about their short-term mission trip to Thailand, where they served with Adventure Ministries, saw six young people make faith commitments, and witnessed God's provision in impossible circumstances. Learn practical ways to live out your identity as salt and light, including the simple practice of offering to pray with others on your frontline.

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In this third instalment of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Mark explores Colossians 3:17-24 and the powerful truth that God cares about whatever you do—whether you're parenting, teaching, working in healthcare, or even running at Parkrun. This sermon challenges the false divide between sacred and secular work, showing how every role matters to Jesus. Hear inspiring stories from Robyn, a hospital worker who demonstrates what it means to work "as unto the Lord" by being a constant presence of Christ in an unstable workplace. Discover what it means to apply a "Christological hermeneutic" to every area of life—seeing everything through the lens of Jesus. Plus, learn why God loves clean floors, good craftsmanship, and even red pencils. This message will challenge how you view your Monday morning commute, your relationships, and every ordinary moment as an opportunity to glorify God and serve others on your unique frontline.

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In this second sermon of our Fruitfulness on the Frontline series, Pastor Seb challenges us to slow down enough to notice what God is doing around us. Drawing from Mark 5:21-34, we explore how Jesus ministered to people in unexpected places—on crowded beaches and busy streets—even in the midst of chaos and competing demands. Are we so fixated on our routines, goals, and structures that we miss the hurting people right in front of us? This message includes a powerful testimony from church elder John about being a "red dot" in his workplace, and practical challenges for how to be present to God's movement in ordinary places like your job, neighbourhood, and daily errands. Learn how prayer can open your eyes to divine opportunities and transform your frontline into a place where extraordinary things happen. Whether you're at work, the gym, or mowing your lawn, God wants to use you wherever you are.

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