Sunnyhill Church Messages

Three speakers. Three perspectives. One Jesus worth following. 🙌

What does following Jesus actually look like in real life? Is it about what we believe, how we live, or learning to trust God when life gets messy?

This week at Sunnyhill Ferndown, Lydia Bird, Abi Collins and Paul Obudo brought three brilliantly different perspectives to our Following Jesus series. And there was something for everyone!

❤️ Faith that shows up – Lydia takes us into 1 Thessalonians 4 and reminds us that following Jesus isn't just about what we say on Sundays. It's about how we love people, handle everyday life, avoid unnecessary drama (yes, even church drama!) and reflect Jesus in everything we do.

🙏 Faith when life gets tough – Abi shares her personal journey through bullying, anxiety, doubts and an unforgettable encounter with God. An honest and encouraging reminder that following Jesus doesn't mean life is always easy, but we don't have to face it alone.

🪙 Heads or tails, you matter! – Paul brings a little Kids Church energy to the grown-ups (because why should the kids have all the fun?) and unpacks Jesus' story of the lost coin. Whether you're feeling lost, forgotten or just a bit dusty, your value to God hasn't dropped by a penny.

Three different stories, one powerful reminder: Jesus loves us, walks with us and never stops looking for us.

Whether you've been following Jesus for years, you're figuring faith out, or you're simply curious, this one's for you.

👇 We'd love to hear from you: Which of these three perspectives spoke to you most? Drop a comment below!

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Sunnyhill Ferndown | Ferndown Village Hall | 10:30am

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In this message, Dom looks at how vision is about more than buildings, plans and possibilities. It's about seeing what God sees and becoming the people He's calling us to be.

In this Vision Sunday message, we explore the difference between sight and spiritual vision, the faith required to step into God's purposes, and why the greatest thing God is building isn't a building.

The vision starts now.

🎂 Sharing your faith: Showstopper, Technical Challenge… or Signature Bake?

Ever felt awkward talking about Jesus? Worried you'll say the wrong thing, get rejected, or make a complete soggy-bottom mess of it? 😅

You're not alone!

In Week 5 of our FOLLOWING JESUS series, Fru Bird explores what it really means to be SENT OUT.

Using a little inspiration from The Great British Bake Off (yes, really! 🧁), Fru reminds us that sharing our faith isn't about putting on a spectacular performance or following a perfect recipe.

It's about being ourselves, loving people genuinely, having the courage to step outside our comfort zones and sharing the hope we've found in Jesus.

💛 Confidence. Compassion. Connection. And the wonderful reminder that God doesn't send us out alone.

You don't have to be an expert. You don't have to get everything right. You just have to be willing to give it a go.

So, you've got the ingredients… what will you bake?

▶️ Watch now and discover how everyday conversations can become opportunities to share something extraordinary.

📖 Luke 10 | Matthew 28 | 1 Peter 3:15

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What does it really mean to walk in the power and authority of Jesus?In the final part of our More Than Conquerors series at Sunnyhill, Dom explores the incredible authority Jesus has given us through Him.Through Scripture, we discover two life-changing truths: we have been given the right to become children of God, and we have been given authority to overcome the enemy.Our confidence doesn't come from who we are or what we've achieved, but from who Jesus is and the victory He has already won!“Stop living under what you have been called to reign over.”Romans 8:37 | Luke 10:17–20 | John 1:12–13Be encouraged to walk boldly in your identity as a child of God, stand firm in faith and live in the victory of Jesus!#SunnyhillChurch #MoreThanConquerors #WalkingInAuthority #PowerOfJesus #Faith #Jesus

✈️ Following Jesus: It's a journey, not just a destination!

36 hours of travelling, two flights, very little sleep… and a whole lot of lessons along the way! 😅

What does it really mean to follow Jesus relentlessly?

In Week 4 of our FOLLOWING JESUS series, Andy Gilbert takes us on a journey (quite literally!) as he shares stories from his travels to New Zealand, explores Jesus calming the storm, and challenges us to think about what following Jesus looks like in everyday life.

Because following Jesus isn't always about knowing where we're going. Sometimes it's about trusting the One who's leading us.

🌊 What happens when life gets stormy?
🧭 Are we willing to follow Jesus when He changes our plans?
❤️ Can we trust Him even when following costs us something?

Andy reminds us of a powerful truth:

"The question is not whether Jesus will fit into our plans. The question is whether our plans will come under His authority."

Ouch. That's a good one! 👀

Following Jesus relentlessly doesn't mean life will always be easy. It means choosing to trust Him, surrender our plans, and keep following, even when the journey takes an unexpected turn.

💬 Here's a question: Are you following Jesus wherever He leads, or asking Him to follow the plans you've already made?

👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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Sunnyhill Ferndown
Ferndown Village Hall, Dorset
🕥 Sundays at 10:30am

Whether you've followed Jesus for years, you're just starting out, or you're simply curious about faith, there's a place for you here.

Everyone's welcome. Come as you are!

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How do we stand firm when life feels overwhelming and we don't know what to do?

Continuing our More Than Conquerors series, Sophie Parker explores the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, reminding us that the battle belongs to the Lord! Discover how we can stand our ground through honesty, praise and the victory Jesus has already won for us.

Whatever you're facing, be encouraged: you can stand firm, lift your head high and walk in the victory of Jesus!

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What if the secret to following Jesus isn't trying harder… but being filled with MORE?

Let's be honest. Sometimes following Jesus can feel like hard work. But here's the thing: we were never meant to do it alone!

In Week 3 of our FOLLOWING JESUS series, Dom Bird brings a powerful and challenging message about the one person we simply cannot do without - the Holy Spirit! 🙌

From questionable baptism techniques and wrestling moves to Jesus cooking breakfast on the beach (yes, really! 😂), Dom reminds us that following Jesus isn't about doing everything in our own strength. It's about living empowered by God's presence.

 "You can't fulfil the purpose of God without the presence of God."

So here's the big question: Have you received the Holy Spirit? And are you continuing to be filled?

Whether you've followed Jesus for years or you're just beginning to explore faith, this message will encourage you to stop striving, start receiving and discover the life God has for you.

📖 Bible passages: Acts 19, John 20–21 and Acts 1–2.

📍 Sunnyhill Ferndown | Sundays at 10:30am | Ferndown Village Hall

Come as you are. Everyone's welcome.

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“Follow your heart” sounds like good advice… until your heart leads the way!

In week 2 of Following Jesus, Andy Wassell explores Jesus’ conversation with Peter in Mark 8 and asks a big question: who’s really sitting on the throne of your life?

With a story involving 32,000 emus, a few runaway goats and some unexpected lessons, Andy unpacks what it means to follow Jesus instead of our own ego, expectations and instincts. Discover how letting go of status and self can make room for God’s Spirit to shape the way we live.

Watch along, have a think, and ask yourself: Who do you say Jesus is—and what would it look like to follow him today?

In this unexpected message, God prompted Dom to change up what he had planned to share.

What happens when we make room for the Holy Spirit and put God’s presence above everything else?

Dom challenges us to move beyond routine, performance, and people-pleasing to pursue the presence of God above all else. Drawing from Scripture, he reminds us that God’s presence comes before power and purpose, and that the Church is not a show or an event, but a family brought to life by His Spirit.

Are we willing to wait, worship, and make room for God to move in ways we cannot plan or control?

🙏 Holy Spirit, come. We are Your people. Move in power and fill us afresh!

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What if the obstacle in front of you isn't the end of the story, but an opportunity to see what God can do?

In this message, Jake Parker explores what it means to live with a “more than conquerors” mindset, learning from Caleb, the four friends who carried the paralysed man to Jesus, the Good Samaritan, and Jesus Himself on the cross.

When others see giants, God invites us to see opportunities. When life brings disappointment, opposition or pain, we can trust that God is for us, He has the final word, and victory is still accessible through Him.

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