Jesus said that we are the light of the world. Therefore, we have to live carefully, and try to be the best example of what Jesus is like as we possibly can.
Christ dwells within us! It is an astonishing fact, and as he dwells in us he is a powerful motivation for us to change to be like him. He is our hope for glory, and a hope that will not disappoint.
Depression seems to be on the increase both outside and inside the church. This sermon looks at the contrast between what the world offers to beat it, and what Scripture has to offer.
Romans 12:11 says that we should never be lacking in zeal. But what is zeal? This sermon looks at Christian examples of zeal to inspire and encourage us to always be zealous for Jesus!
A sermon on Isaiah 6, where Isaiah has a vision of the Lord and is commissioned to go and speak for Him. In the same way we have been commissioned. The question is, is our response the same as Isaiah's.
Globally, the church is growing. In the West, some parts are in decline. Various studies give us an idea of key factors connected with growth and decline and this sermon considers some of them.
Jesus said that he came to serve and not to be served. If we are to be his disciples we must also be servants and not consumers. Following Jesus is more about learning to give (servant) rather just receiving (consumer).
Paul was able to say to the believers at Corinth, 'Imitate me'. This is because he modelled Christlike behaviour. That is how to disciple, and what we must do ourselves.
In the parable of the sower Jesus gave warnings of particular pitfalls that we can fall into that can shipwreck our faith. It is important to keep these in mind so that we can recognise them and protect ourselves against them. This sermon looks at these issues.
