Matthew 27 Abandoned by God

The King Has Come Luke 21

“Where is the God of justice?”
“How are we robbing you?”

In Malachi 3, God’s people ask two bold questions—and His answers cut straight to the heart.

This sermon explores the uncomfortable but crucial topic of money, not as a budgeting issue, but as a spiritual one. Beneath the surface, it’s about trust, worship, and what we truly treasure. While the people accuse God of being absent, He reveals that the real issue is much closer to home: their hearts have drifted, and their trust has shifted.

We see God’s promise of justice fulfilled in the coming of Jesus, the One who exposes every heart—and also saves those who trust in Him. And we discover that generosity is not about obligation, but transformation. When we see Christ clearly—His grace, His sacrifice, His riches—we are freed from the grip of money and invited into joyful, sacrificial living.

This message challenges us to ask:
Are we trusting in God… or in what He has given us?

What does a broken rental agreement have to do with your relationship with God?

In this powerful passage from Matthew 21:28–46, Jesus tells two confronting parables—the two sons and the wicked tenants—that expose the difference between saying the right things and actually living them out. It’s a message about trust given, loyalty expected, and the serious consequences of rejecting the Son.

As Holy Week unfolds, Jesus speaks directly to the religious leaders of His day—and to us. Are we just saying “yes” to God, or are we truly obeying Him? Are we faithful workers in His vineyard, or distracted tenants missing the point?

This sermon challenges us to examine our hearts, respond to Jesus’ invitation, and live lives that produce real, lasting fruit in His kingdom.

Fruit or Just Leaves? | Matthew 21:18–32

Imagine a church building packed with people, full of activity and generosity—yet missing the very thing it was meant to produce.

In Matthew 21, Jesus approaches a leafy fig tree expecting fruit. When He finds none, He curses it. This dramatic moment is more than a lesson about a tree—it’s a judgment on empty religion and a call to genuine faith.

Join us as we explore what Jesus was saying to Israel, and the uncomfortable question His words ask of us today:

When Jesus comes looking… will He find fruit?

Join James as he unpacks the dramatic account of Jesus cleansing the temple. Using humor, vivid storytelling, and practical insights, James explores what it means for Jesus to be the King and Landlord of our hearts.

From the chaos of spring cleaning to the radical call of spiritual renovation, this sermon challenges us to welcome Jesus fully, let Him rearrange our lives, and experience the life-changing power of His presence. Perfect for anyone seeking spiritual growth, humility, and a deeper encounter with God this Lenten season.

Key themes: Spiritual renewal, Jesus’ authority, holiness, prayer, and living as God’s temple.

“Do You See Clearly?”
Matthew 20:29–34

As Jesus makes His final journey toward Jerusalem and the cross, Matthew slows the story down for one last miracle — the healing of two blind men on the road out of Jericho. Why here? Why now?

In this sermon, James explores how this powerful moment becomes a spiritual eye test for us all. Though physically blind, these men see Jesus more clearly than the crowds, the disciples, and perhaps even we do. They recognise Him as the Son of David — the promised King — and cry out for mercy.

As the cross draws near, clarity matters.

This message invites us to examine three searching questions:
• Why are we spiritually blind?
• What are we actually blind to?
• And how can our sight be restored?

Whether you’re seeing Jesus for the first time or simply need your vision sharpened, this sermon calls us to look again — to see the King clearly, understand His kingdom rightly, and follow Him with open eyes.

Open your eyes. Cry out for mercy. See Him clearly.

What if God isn’t fair?

In Matthew 20, Jesus tells a parable that confronts our instinct for fairness and exposes our quiet sense of entitlement. Through the story of the vineyard workers, the bold request of James and John’s mother, and His own prediction of the cross, Jesus shows us that greatness in His kingdom is not earned — it is given by grace.

We enter the kingdom by grace.
We serve in the kingdom by grace.
We even suffer in the kingdom by grace.

At the centre stands a King who did not come to be served, but to serve — and to give His life as a ransom for many.

This sermon invites us to lay down comparison, entitlement, and comfort, and instead receive the astonishing generosity of God. Because in the end, none of us want fairness — we need grace.

Kingdom Compliance or Kingdom Relationship? – Matthew 19

In Sunday's sermon, James explores Matthew 19 and the difference between outward compliance and genuine relationship with Jesus. It’s possible to keep the rules, say the right things, and appear spiritually successful—yet still miss the heart of the Kingdom.

Through Jesus’ encounters in this chapter, we see that the Kingdom of God isn’t about managing behaviour or earning approval. It’s about surrender, trust, and childlike dependence on Christ.

Are we simply complying with religious expectations—or are we truly following Him?

Join us as we consider what it means to move from rule-keeping to wholehearted relationship with Jesus.

Acts Devotional: Why We Adore, Confess, Thank & Ask

How do Christians pray?
Not out of routine, guilt, or religious performance — but because of who God is and what He has done.

In this devotional using the ACTS model, we explore the heart of a real relationship with God:
adoration because He is worthy, confession because grace restores us, thankfulness that reshapes our hearts, and prayer that expresses our dependence on a faithful Father.

Faith that lives, breathes, and speaks with God.