As the church in Colossians grappled with issues of race and religion, family and slavery – Paul brings a message of equality and freedom. If Jesus is King, as Paul argues - then he rules over all of us as his people who are equally valued and loved. And this must work its way out in all aspects of life and society – from church life to family relationships and even work. In a time where slavery was the norm, Paul challenges the norm.

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We all have a king that rules our life. And no, I don’t mean Charles!  We all surrender our lives to something or someone that ultimately rules us. The question is not whether we have a king but rather what king do we serve. And the king we choose to serve will ultimately enslave us. The list is endless - relationships, family, money, career, beauty, fitness, technology. And the consequences of this slavery are a whole range of behaviours that are unhealthy, undisciplined and ultimately ungodly. In Colossians 3, Paul makes a list of such behaviours that ultimately lead to death.

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Colossians 3:1-14When we step in to this new life with Christ, everything changes. The practices of death are replaced with behaviours of life. And this life is ultimately revealed in and through love. Love that brings forgiveness and hope to even the most broken and lost. Love that brings unity and peace.

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In Paul’s appeal to the Colossian church, he reiterates the creative and sovereign power of Jesus in a what seems to be a known song or prayer. For Paul, everything is about Jesus. It is Christ who is the agent in creation, it is Christ who reigns over all things, and it Christ who redeems and reconciles creation back to God. In Christ, our relationship with God can be restored. That is what gives us hope. That is what gives us meaning and purpose. That is what gives us life. That is true power. The invitation for everyone is to make Jesus King. Make Jesus King over all things.

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On Easter Sunday, we remember the moment that changed history—and changes our lives today. In this message, Andrew shares how the resurrection of Jesus speaks directly into the brokenness we see in the world and feel in our own lives. We’re reminded that the resurrection of Jesus Christ defeated the power of sin and death that has plagued every person in every culture throughout every generation. Through His resurrection, Jesus offers us all a new beginning – a chance to break free from the bondage of sin and death and live in the freedom of His love and grace.If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer

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In this message, Andrew unpacks that as Christians, we live in the tension of being in this world under earthly ‘kings’ and members of earthly nations, yet we are citizens of another world and dominion – the ‘kingdom of light’ as Paul refers to it in his letter to the Colossians. The question that we wrestle with as members of this kingdom is - how? How can we exist with all the pressures and temptations of the world around us? How do we ‘live a worthy life and please him in every way’? Well, Paul’s answer is simple. Ask. Ask that the Holy Spirit fill you with knowledge, wisdom and understanding.

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What does it really mean to be a Christ-centred community? In this message, Hamish explores how God has always intended His people to be a community with Him at the centre.

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On the night before He died, Jesus gave His disciples a newcommand – to love one another. This doesn’t seem all that new at first glance. The Old Testament law commanded God's people to love their neighbour (Leviticus 19:18) and the expert in the law knew the whole law could be summed up by “Loving God and loving people”. The new part of the command was – as I have loved you. Jesus was commanding a new pattern of love and a new power to love. Elena unpacks this for us in todays message.
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We’ve all made promises we couldn’t keep. We’ve all felt the weight of brokenness. But what if there was a better promise—one that never fails? In this message, Andrew Sercombe kicks off our New series by showing us the power of the new covenant through Jesus. If you’ve ever felt tired, stuck, or spiritually flat, this is for you. Jesus didn’t come to give us religion—He came to invite us to the table of grace, where you can find forgiveness, freedom, and new life. If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayerKey Scriptures:2 Corinthians 5:17Jeremiah 31:31–33Luke 22:19–20Exodus 12:1–28Hebrews 8:6Hebrews 10:10Romans 8:3–42 Corinthians 1:20–22________________________Gateway Baptist Church meets across six locations in South-East Queensland and online.For over 90 years, we've been committed to guiding people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus.Learn more about us at ⁠https://gatewaybaptist.com.au⁠ or join us on Sundays at ⁠gtwy.au/live

Rod Irvine unpacks in this sermon the fact that God hasn’t left us alone. He’s given us His Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our forever friend, the paraclete, our personal friend, a heavenly friend and will never let us walk alone. If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer________________________Gateway Baptist Church meets across six locations in South-East Queensland and online.For over 90 years, we've been committed to guiding people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus.Learn more about us at ⁠https://gatewaybaptist.com.au⁠ or join us on Sundays at ⁠gtwy.au/live