When we read the story of Exodus, we see a picture of God’s heart for freedom. The Israelites were trapped in slavery, and God sent Moses to lead them out. Pharaoh’s pride led to a series of plagues, ending in the death of every firstborn in Egypt. But God made a way out for His people: by painting the blood of a spotless lamb on their doorposts, death would pass over them.

Before this moment, God made a powerful promise in Exodus 6:6-7:

“Therefore, say to the Israelites: ‘I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment. I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the Lord your God...”

Every Passover, every year, these four promises are remembered, through the drinking of 4 cups

 Cup 1 – Sanctification

“I will bring you out”

Jesus calls us out of sin and into life (John 17:14-19)

Cup 2 – Deliverance

“I will free you”

Jesus breaks the power of sin over our lives (Romans 6:6-7)

Cup 3 – Redemption

“I will redeem you”

Through His blood, we are redeemed (1 Peter 1:18-19)

Cup 4 – Praise (Fulfillment)

“I will take you as my people”

Future: Wedding Supper of the Lamb (Rev. 19:7-9)

When Jesus shared the cup at the Last Supper in Matthew 26:27-29, He said He wouldn’t drink again until the day He drinks it new with us in the Father’s kingdom. That Fourth Cup—it’s still waiting for us. But while we wait, we testify. We share what He’s done. We were blind, but now we see. We don’t live like He’s still on the cross but we live in the power of the empty tomb.

Spiritual thirst is real and affects many Christians. In this sermon, join Ps Tammy as she teaches us on how to stay thirsty for God and not be saturated by the things of this world. 

In Isaiah 55:1, God calls out: "Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat!" Just like a marathon runner who loses the feeling of thirst after extreme exhaustion, we can become numb to our spiritual need for God.

On the cross, after enduring unimaginable pain, Jesus finally spoke: "I am thirsty." (John 19:28-30). Why did He say this? His thirst wasn’t just physical—it symbolized the deep human need for connection with God.

🔹 What makes us lose our thirst for God?

Lack of connection with ourselves – Toxic relationships, stress, social media, and busyness can make us seek the wrong things for fulfillment. (Luke 22:42)

Saturation by the world – When we fill ourselves with worldly distractions, we struggle to absorb God’s presence.

Shutting down – Disconnection leads to spiritual numbness, but Jesus never shut down—He remained fully present even in suffering.

Lack of connection with others – Hurt, disappointment, and compassion fatigue can distance us from people and the Church. Yet, even on the cross, Jesus cared for His mother and John (John 19:26-27).

Lack of connection with God – Trauma and suffering, like Jesus’ journey to Golgotha (John 19:17-18), can make us feel disempowered and vulnerable. But Jesus never let suffering disconnect Him from His Father.

Jesus thirsted because He stayed connected—to Himself ("I thirst."), to people ("John, here is your mother."), and to God ("Into Your hands I commit my spirit."). He fulfilled His purpose, declaring "It is finished!"

Just like in a marathon, where pushing through exhaustion leads to the finish line, we must not let anything quench our thirst for the One who truly satisfies. Stay connected. Stay thirsty for God.

On this International Life Child Day, join Pastor Bruce as he teaches on the importance of taking Jesus’s hand like Peter and allowing Him to be our guide. Celebrate International Life Child day with us as well. Visit our website for more info:  https://lifechild.org.za/ 

Lamentations 3:22-24 (NKJV)

"Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness. 'The Lord is my portion,' says my soul, 'Therefore I hope in Him!'"

One of the most powerful moments in the Gospels is Peter stepping out of the boat in faith toward Jesus. When fear caused him to sink, Jesus immediately reached out and lifted him. How often have we felt like we’re sinking—before Christ and even in faith? Yet, in His mercy, He takes our hand.

Romans 5:8 (NIV)

"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."

He lifts us from despair and sets us on solid ground.

Psalms 40:2 (NKJV)

"He brought me up out of a horrible pit, Out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, And established my steps."

The right hand of God represents:

Power, trust, and security

Rescue, victory, and favor

Strength, authority, and promise

Jesus now sits at the right hand of the Father, and He calls us to extend our hands to others.

Acts 3:6-8 (NLT)

Peter, taking the lame man by the right hand, lifted him up—and he was healed!

We are saved by faith and led by faith. Jesus was always the first to reach out—so let’s be His hands and feet in the world.

As we continue with our vision for the church this year, join Pastor Desiree as she teaches us on the importance of having a friendship with our community but not conforming to the things of this world and the importance of sharing the gospel.

The world is our mission field, and we are called to reach people everywhere with the love of Christ. As a church, we have seen God expand our influence beyond our city and into nations. This is our mandate from Scripture.

In Matthew 28:18-20 Jesus commanded us to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them with the assurance that He is always with us. God has given us the authority to bring people to freedom in Christ.

From Ephesians 1:17-23 we learn that have the same power that raised Christ from the dead. Colossians 2:15 teaches us that Jesus triumphed over all spiritual forces, and Ephesians 6:12 tells us that our struggle is not against people but against spiritual forces. We must understand this authority to bring healing, deliverance, and transformation to our communities. Jesus demonstrated this by speaking healing, casting out demons, and commanding miracles. We are called to do the same.

In Matthew 10:8 Jesus told us to heal the sick and cast out demons and in Acts 3:6 we read how Peter commanded healing in Jesus' name. Mark 16:17-18 teaches us how the signs and wonders follow those who believe. We don’t ask God to do what He has given us the power to do! Through faith, obedience, and the Holy Spirit, we can impact lives just as Jesus did.

2 Corinthians 5:14-19 shows us that Christ’s love compels us to bring others back to God.

Biblical reconciliation means restoring peace between God and people. We must not judge from a worldly perspective but see others through God’s eyes. Jesus befriended the Samaritan woman at the well, using a word of knowledge to reveal truth (John 4). Her encounter led many in her town to believe. Like Jesus, we are called to step into places and share the Gospel with boldness.

Romans 10:14-15 shows us that people cannot believe unless someone tells them.

Our community is waiting for us to step into our God-given authority. We must:

- Be bold in sharing the Gospel.

- Be filled with the Spirit and use the gifts He has given us.

- Be willing to cross cultural and religious divides.

YOU AND I ARE THE ANSWER TO THE HOW

In this sermon, join Ps Grayson Jones as he teaches on how we can overcome many things through love. Join us as he teaches on how we should love and how love can overcome a multitude of sins.

In this sermon, join Ps Bruce as he teaches on how we can grow in our friendship with the Lord and how that can translate into friendship with others.

God's desire for a relationship with us is not based on obligation, religious duty, or transactional exchanges. Instead, He has always pursued us with a consistent, unwavering desire for true friendship. Throughout the Bible, from Genesis to Malachi, through the stories of the patriarchs, judges, kings, and disciples, we see God persistently providing ways to engage with His people. He continually leans in, drawing near to us, inviting us into deeper communion with Him.

John 15:15 reminds us of this invitation:

"I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you."

In Revelation 3:20, Jesus extends a personal invitation:

"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me."

Even with this invitation, the choice remains ours. Will we accept His outstretched hand? More importantly, which is harder: saying yes to this friendship or truly walking in it?

As Christians, followers of Christ who have accepted His invitation, we can sometimes drift into a pattern of transactional prayer. Life gets busy, and our prayers may sound like: Lord, help me today. Heal this person. Protect my kids. While these are valid petitions, they only scratch the surface of what true friendship with Christ entails.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 instructs us to:

"Pray without ceasing."

This doesn’t mean simply repeating requests endlessly, it means engaging in an ongoing, dynamic conversation with God. Prayer includes:

- Praising Him

- Petitioning Him like Jacob

- Confessing our darkest thoughts

- Offering thanksgiving

- Asking: God, what do You want to say to me today? What do You need me to do? Where are You leading me?

- Giving Him space to respond.

Psalm 46:10 encourages us:

"Be still, and know that I am God."

1 Kings 19:11 illustrates how God speaks:

"The Lord said, 'Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by.'"

A key barrier to deeper friendship with God is trust.

We struggle with trust in our relationship with God too. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us:

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight."

Even when we desire to trust, doubts creep in: What if God doesn’t come through this time?

Yet, Psalm 9:10 reassures us:

"Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek You."

Trust grows in any relationship through vulnerability that is reciprocated and protected. Just as marriage thrives when trust is built, so does our relationship with God.

Jesus demonstrated the ultimate act of friendship: John 15:13:

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends."

The disciples were meant to see the cross and think: I understand now. He took my place under God’s wrath because He views me as His treasured friend.

Friendship with Christ is a gift beyond comprehension. There is no greater compass for life than walking in friendship with Jesus.

In this sermon, join Ps Anthony as he teaches on life before Christ’s birth and how humanity struggled and why we need a savior. Jesus’s birth brought about our redemption and salvation.

As Christmas, the celebration of Christ's birth, approaches, over 2,000 years have marked this day as a remembrance of God's intervention and reconciliation with His creation.

2 Corinthians 5:17-19 reminds us that in Christ, the old is gone, and the new has come through God's reconciliation. But before Christ's birth, the world faced deep darkness:

Darkness

Isaiah 9:1-2, 6-7 prophesied the coming of a great light in the midst of darkness. John 1 confirms that Christ, the true light, entered the world to overcome the darkness. Even in the darkest seasons, God’s light shines.

Spiritual Silence

For 400 years before Christ, God's voice was not heard. Hebrews 1:2-3 reveals that through Jesus, God spoke again, bringing the brightness of His glory to a silent world.

Oppression

Israel lived under Roman rule, both spiritually and physically oppressed. Yet Galatians 5:1 declares Christ's freedom from all yokes of slavery, offering grace and eternal life to those who believe (Ephesians 2:1-9).

Hopelessness

Ephesians 2:12 describes life without Christ as hopeless. Through Jesus, hope is restored (Hebrews 3:6).

Identity Crisis

Before Christ, humanity was enslaved to sin. Romans 6:18-23 proclaims freedom through righteousness in Him.

As humanity that has been redeemed, we have His Light, His Word, His Freedom from the yoke of Slavery, His Hope and His Identity that He gives to us.

All because Jesus was born.

In this service, join Ps Anthony as he teaches on the importance of rest in our lives. We should take the posture of Mary instead of Martha and continue to stay at the Lord’s feet.

Crowds often characterize Christmas. Shopping centers, roads, airports, and even homes become overcrowded with people, activities, and decorations. Unfortunately, amidst this busyness, Jesus is often forgotten. Richard Foster, in Celebration of Discipline, notes that “noise, hurry, and crowds” are the tools our adversary uses to distract us. This is particularly evident during the holiday season, where excessive activity can pull us away from rest in God.

The story of Martha and Mary (Luke 10:38–42) exemplifies this. While Martha was overwhelmed with serving, Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen. Jesus highlighted that Mary chose the "one thing" that truly mattered. This illustrates the importance of inward rest—a posture of faith and trust in God’s completed work.

Scripture teaches that rest is not laziness but trust in God's provision (Hebrews 4:11). Jesus invites us to abide in Him, producing fruit without anxiety or hurry (John 15:5). He offers peace that transcends circumstances (John 14:27), allowing us to guard our hearts and live free from the burdens of the past or future (Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 6:11).

In a hurried world, rest becomes a spiritual discipline. Battles are won not by striving but by trusting and feeding on God’s Word. As Psalm 23:5 reminds us, God prepares a table for us even in the presence of enemies. True victory comes from sitting in His presence, resting in His finished work, and embracing the now—the time of His favor (2 Corinthians 6:2).

Therefore, slow down. Be present. Trust God. Rest is the posture of faith, and in rest, you will find peace, favor, and wholeness.

Join Ps Megan as she unpacks the parable of the soil in Luke and how this applies to our hearts and the word of God.

The passage being focused on today addresses soil. Research on soil was conducted because a refresher was clearly needed, which amusingly led to memories of learning about this in school. The different types of soil: silt, clay, sandy, and loam are categorized based on texture. Understanding the type of soil being worked with is important to know how to use it effectively. With clay soil, only certain plants grow because it is compact, leaving little space for roots to develop. Sandy soil, with its large particles, is unsuitable for most plants. However, loam, a balanced mixture of the other types, is considered ideal for growth and is often referred to as a gardener's best demonstrates the significance of choosing the right soil.

In Luke 8:4-15 (NIV), the parable Jesus shared is set in a time when many listeners were likely farmers, making it relatable. The soil represents human hearts, and the seed symbolizes the gospel—the good news of Jesus.

Several questions arise for reflection:

- Has it ever been wondered why some people come to Jesus and later fall away?

- Is there someone with whom the gospel has been shared, but they remain unreceptive?

- Have life’s challenges ever caused anyone to distance themselves from God or become resistant to the Holy Spirit?

Each person is encouraged to evaluate the state of their own soil—or heart—because various factors can influence it:

- Hardened soil

- Rocky soil

- Thorny soil

- Fruitful soil

Three Key Points Regarding the Soil of Others

- Pray for their soil (hearts): Prayers should be offered for those who will hear the word, asking that their hearts be prepared to receive it and allow it to take root deeply (Romans 10:1). Prayers should also focus on challenges not choking their faith but drawing them closer to God. Jesus desires people to accept Him and His good news, and those who have received Him are called to desire this for others.

- Assist in sowing the seeds: While control over others’ soil is absent, prayers can be made for them, and efforts can be taken to sow the seeds of faith. Passages like 1 Timothy 2:3-4 and Matthew 9:37-38 highlight the partnership with Jesus in sharing His good news. Those who believe in Jesus and accept that He died for their sins gain eternal life and a relationship with Him.

- Avoid dismissing anyone: Assumptions about the type of soil someone has should not lead to excluding them from hearing the gospel. Some individuals, like Mary Magdalene before her transformation, might easily be discounted. However, Jesus did not count anyone out, and believers are called to adopt His perspective toward others.

Three Key Points for Personal Soil

- Care for your soil: What is allowed into one’s heart significantly impacts its condition.

- Prevent dryness: Guard against becoming like hardened soil, where nothing grows, and love for Christ fades and dies.

- Feed the soil: It is never too late to nourish the heart. Scripture, prayer, encouragement, and fellowship with other believers provide essential nutrients. Extended isolation risks spiritual dryness.

Fruitful Soil

For a garden to flourish, intentional care must be provided. A beautiful garden does not happen by chance; it requires effort. Of the four soils, only one is conducive to growth—the fruitful soil. When hearts and minds remain fixed on Jesus, growth occurs, and fruit is produced in life. As John 15:4 states: “Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.”

Are you looking after your own soil?

In this sermon, join Ps Bruce as he preaches on the importance of leaving a legacy, God’s faithfulness through generations and how He can use us to build platforms instead of pits. 

God is good, all the time, and His goodness and faithfulness transcend generations. We know this because of what scripture says:

Deuteronomy 7:9 shows me that God is faithful, keeping His covenant of love to a thousand generations.

Psalm 100:5 assures me of His enduring love and faithfulness for all time.

Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds me that His compassions are renewed every morning.

1 Corinthians 1:9 declares that God is faithful, calling me into fellowship with His Son.

Throughout history, God has shown His faithfulness to people like Adam, Noah, Abraham, David, and countless others. His promises never fail, and even when we fall short, 2 Timothy 2:13 tells us He remains faithful because it is His very nature.

Faithfulness is both an inheritance and a responsibility. Like David preparing for the temple Solomon would build, what we do today impacts the generations that follow. So are we building a platform for them to stand on or a pit they must climb out of?

This challenges us to:

- Prepare and include others in the journey. We must explain why we serve, love, and strive, not just lead by example but teach the meaning behind it.

- Devote our heart to seeking God. We need to learn and teach how to pray, seek, obey, and trust in Him, ensuring this knowledge passes on.

- If you feel like you have no inheritance, start now. You start now to prepare for the future.

If we feel like we have no inheritance of faith, we can start building one today. Just as God promised David that Solomon would build His house and establish His kingdom forever (1 Chronicles 22:10), we can trust God to use our faithfulness to bless future generations.