In this message, I hope to show that there are such things as Christian character and Christian behaviour that contrast markedly with non-Christian behaviour. The non-Christian reflects the character of the devil while the Christian benefits from the completed and ongoing work of Christ. 1 John 3:3-10 English Standard Version (ESV) 3 And everyone who…
Recognising the battle to remain faithful I want to show the congregation our present position in Christ, because of what God has done for us in the past and the need to persevere, in preparation for what lies ahead. We have a glorious hope. 1 John 2:28-3:2 English Standard Version (ESV) Children of God 28…
In this message we will consider how the Christian lives in two worlds and therefore knows the reality of constant tension – Truth & Lies; Light and Darkness; Love & Hate. Even though there are these tensions yet we have certainty as Christians – forgiven, overcomes and strong. 1 John 2:7-14 English Standard Version (ESV)…
Following our Local groups, I want to show that while we all sin God has not only dealt with our sin historically but deals with it today. Jesus suffered God’s judgement so that we don’t have to (Propitiation) and prays for us today so that we might walk with God (Advocate). We must walk with…
In this message I want to show that we need to be excited again, by the message that we have experienced and we need to realise our tragic position without Christ compared to the forgiveness and cleansing that we have in Christ.