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28 December 2025 | Darren Western | Matthew 2:13-23

In Matthew 2:13-23, Darren Western walks through Joseph's journey from Bethlehem to Egypt and then to Nazareth, showing how God is at work in moments of sudden change and in long, ordinary seasons, keeping His promises in His Son, Jesus. As this final message in the "Promised and Expected King" series closes out 2025, what will you pack into 2026 as you trust and follow this King?

21 December 2025 | Luke Watts | Micah 5:1-5 and Matthew 2:1-12

In a world marked by hatred, violence and evil, where even God’s people are attacked and terrorised, this Christmas sermon from Luke Watts proclaims the peace God has promised in the reign of King Jesus, the shepherd-ruler from “too little” Bethlehem who “shall be their peace.”

 

As you listen, how will you respond to this King who has come and offers himself as our peace?

14 December 2025 | Luke Watts | Christmas 2025: Isaiah 7:1-17; Matthew 1:18-25

In our Christmas 2025 series: Promised and Expected, Luke Watts shows how God's Immanuel promise in Isaiah 7 is first given to Ahaz, a fearful, faithless and evil king, and then fulfilled in Jesus in Matthew 1, God with us who comes to save his people from their sins and release them from their fears.

This Christmas, will you respond to God's promise like Ahaz who refuses to trust, or like Joseph who believes and obeys?

7 December 2025 | James March | Galatians 2:11-21

False teaching adds prerequisites to Jesus: a rule, a badge, a barrier. In Galatians 2:11-21, James March warns against "Jesus plus" thinking and points to God’s safeguards: Scripture, prayer, and fellowship that helps us hold the line together.

How will you test what you hear before it tests you?

30 November 2025 | Mike Waskiel | Ephesians 4:1-16

Mike Waskiel from Flinders University Evangelical Students (ES) teaches that living humbly, gently, patiently, and in love helps Christians keep the church united. Through Christ, His people are given gifts to serve others, showing His power and grace (Psalm 68:18) and helping the body grow and mature in faith. Today’s baptism reminds us of our shared life in Christ and calls us to take an active part in building His church. How are you using your gifts to strengthen the body of Christ?

23 November 2025 | Malachi | A People That Fear The Lord

Luke Watts shares in a slightly different style of service from the book of Malachi, seeking to answer the question, "What does it look like for our church to fear the Lord?" There is much to be confronted by in Malachi, but much to be encouraged by as well. Those who fear the Lord and speak to one another are counted as precious in his eyes. This recording includes a full reading of Malachi and some personal reflection readings at the end. 

16 November 2025 | Seek Wisdom | Proverbs 9:13-18; Proverbs 31:10-31

Every day we face two invitations: one loud and tempting, the other quieter and life-giving. Luke Watts explores how those choices shape us, why Proverbs 31 can feel overwhelming, and how Jesus offers rest instead of pressure. Which invitation shapes your choices?

9 November 2025 | Seek Wisdom | Proverbs 1:1-7; Proverbs 3:11-12; Hebrews 12:3-11

Peter Budimir asks why a loving Father disciplines His children and shows how God’s correction is the feedback that keeps a wandering heart on course. Where is God redirecting you today?

2 November 2025 | Seek Wisdom | Proverbs 3:27-28; Proverbs 23:10-11; Proverbs 31:8-9

From the words of Solomon to the life of Christ, Luke Watts traces a single thread: God's heart for the oppressed. He calls believers to see, to speak, and to act with the courage of faith. What would happen if we lived as though every need were our neighbor's?

19 October 2025 | Seek Wisdom | Proverbs 17:1-17

Luke Watts teaches from Proverbs 17:1–17 that God made us for relationships, not isolation. Wise friendships begin with the fear of the Lord and find their fullness in Jesus, the friend who never leaves. Are your friendships drawing you closer to Him?