In this message, Pete Gardner continues the Mindset series with “Faith is the Top Button,” preaching from Philippians 2:12-18. Pete explores what it means to outwork salvation, unpacking the difference between salvation and sanctification, and how grace and glory shape a life becoming more like Christ. Drawing on the transformation of Paul the Apostle and the example of Jesus, he calls the church beyond grumbling and cultural comfort into Spirit-empowered sacrifice, service, and obedience that brings joy to both our personal faith and the community around us.

In this message, Pastor Dan Belshaw continues the Mindset series by unpacking a simple but powerful biblical pattern: “because of this, now this.” Preaching from Philippians 2:1-11, Dan explores how what we know to be true shapes how we live. Through personal stories and Paul’s teaching, he explains paranesis - where gospel truth comes before gospel obedience. Dan presents salvation not as a small adjustment to life, but a relocation into a new way of living, where Christ becomes the reference point for every attitude, decision, and action.

In this message, Dan Belshaw opens the Mindset series by exploring what it means to live with a gospel mindset. Preaching from Philippians 1:1-18, Dan shows how following Jesus isn’t an addition to life, but a transformation that reshapes everything - our priorities, loves, and perspective. Drawing on Paul’s prison letter, he unpacks how God works for us, in us, and through us by grace. This preach invites us to place Jesus at the centre and allow God to renew us from the inside out.

In this message, Dan Belshaw explores the reality of idolatry and why it remains humanity’s greatest struggle. Drawing from Isaiah 46, he contrasts the powerless idols of Babylon - made, carried, and burdening - with the living God who makes, carries, and delivers His people. Dan connects ancient idolatry with modern heart-level idols such as success, comfort, reputation, and self, sharing personal reflection along the way. This preach invites us to ask God to reveal hidden idols, turn from them, and re-organise our lives around Jesus.

In this message, Dan Belshaw brings clear and challenging message on what it truly means to follow Jesus in a culture full of competing voices. Drawing from Luke 6:39-42, this preach explores Jesus’ warning about the blind leading the blind and challenges us to consider who is shaping our lives. Dan unpacks discipleship as transformation, not information, calling us to deal with our own sin, resist shallow versions of faith, and organise our lives around Jesus. This message invites listeners to find true life, clarity, and home in Him.

Our very own Holly Belshaw brings a challenging and inspiring message on how we teach our kids at Light Church. Drawing from Matthew 19, Proverbs 22, and the Psalms, this preach reframes how we see children - not as future believers, but as present participants in God’s kingdom - while also confronting the depth of our own faith as adults. Holly highlights how the children’s knowledge of God and Scripture may both surprise and convict us, inviting us to grow through practices like scripture memorisation, listening for the Holy Spirit, and engaging with the parts of the Bible we often skip through. This message will hopefully reignite your passion and hunger for the word of God.

Our Pastor Dan Belshaw opens the year with a grounding message from Psalm 131, calling us to a life of trust, surrender, and quiet confidence in God. This message reframes purpose, challenging the pressure to strive, achieve, and prove ourselves. Instead, it invites us into a deeper contentment rooted in humility and daily faithfulness. In a culture driven by ambition and noise, this gathering reminds us that true purpose is formed through obedience, availability, and hope in God. A timely invitation to start the year centred, steady, and anchored in Him.

In the final week of our Advent series Does This Mean Something?, Pastor Dan Belshaw preaches You Promise?, a reflection on God as both promise maker and promise keeper. In this message Dan explores why promises are only as trustworthy as the character behind them. While many things in life promise meaning but fail to deliver, Christmas reveals a faithful God who keeps His word by stepping into history Himself. This message invites us to slow down, trust God’s character, and sit at the feet of Jesus this Christmas.

In week three of our Advent series, Does This Mean Something?, Pastor Dan Belshaw explores the familiar Christmas story and the unexpected responses to Jesus’ birth. From shepherds and wise men to Herod and the household that missed Him, this message invites us to see ourselves in the story and consider our own response. This message reminds us that God steps into humanity offering peace, joy, and the invitation to become children of God today together.

In the second message of our Advent series Does This Mean Something?, Lyndsey Holmes invites us to look at the Christmas story through the eyes of Joseph. Speaking from Matthew 1:18-25, she traces Joseph’s journey from fear to faith as he faces an unexpected future, a divine interruption, and a call to obedience. Through Joseph’s quiet courage and immediate trust, we’re reminded that God is with us in every circumstance - and when we acknowledge Him and let go of control, He transforms our perspective and leads us faithfully forward.