Bernard was Pastor between February 2010 and October 2020
In this message I want us to see that creation was a unique display of God’s power and authority that is currently reflected in His Word, the Bible. As humans, we come to Him in need, and He responds to us in grace which continues to display His power and authority. Psalm 121:2 English Standard…
In this Psalm, we have a man who begins in the depths, but realises the intimacy of God’s relationship with him and is prepared to trust Him. By the end of the Psalm, he is taken up with the steadfast love of the Lord and revels in the forgiveness that is available in God. Psalm…
In this message, I want to carefully consider what has driven men of God to tears and to remind ourselves of the tragic condition of those who refuse to believe and obey the Gospel. 2 Thessalonians 1:6-9 English Standard Version (ESV) 6 since indeed God considers it just to repay with affliction those who afflict…
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…
I am conscious of the pressures being faced by many in the congregation I, therefore, won’t see Paul as an example of using difficulty for good and showing pressures should bring out our love, knowing that our faith in the Lord is not in vain. Philippians 4:1 English Standard Version (ESV) 4 Therefore, my brothers,[a]…
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)…
I hope to show that even though at times we face difficult situations God is able to use these to further His work. We are to remain committed to our responsibilities, but where God makes it obvious we are to change for the furtherance of the Gospel. Acts 8:25 (ESV) Now when they had testified…
Every generation has tried to add something to the Gospel. In this message, I want to show that Jesus is the only one who is able and willing to save lost human beings. Faith in Him will cause division, but it is essential. Bible Reading 1 – Acts 4:1-12 Bible Reading 2 – 1 Corinthians…
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…