The Coolangatta Church Sunday Sermon: Recent Episodes
Coolangatta Christian Church
Cooly Church is located on the beach of Gold Coast Australia. Join us every week as we open God’s word and Humbly ask the Holy Spirit to lead us as a church. We are currently going through a series on Acts.
Brad speaks from John 11 on the story of Lazarus, Mary and Martha and pulls apart a few different elements from the writings.
Today was open day for Cooly Christian Church and Brad talks on the life of Mary Magdalene throughout the Gospels.
Brad speaks from Acts 19 as part of Cooly Christian Church's ongoing mission; to share Jesus to the community of Cooly and Tweed.
Allan Speaks today on Acts 2:42.
The early church didn't simply gather for services—it devoted itself to Christ through Scripture, authentic community, prayer, communion, and mission. As the church prepares to welcome new people, every believer is called to embody these same priorities so that others can experience the transforming love of Jesus.
Brad refers to Matthew chapter 4 where Jesus calls on ordinary men to follow him and become 'fishers of men'. How can we apply this to our daily lives, and what is holding us back from sharing our faith?
As we continue this mini-series on core values of the Church, Alan speaks on how to love outside of the Church; loving others, reaching the lost, and making disciples.
Brad speaks on the importance of meeting outside of the regular church service time to connect and grow with like minded people in Christ.
Brad continues from last week's sermon on God's Love. God loved us first, we are called to love Him, and that love should overflow into serving His church and reaching others.
Brad focuses on the heart and purpose of Cooly Church — not as an organisation, building, or institution, but as a community centred on the love of God, worship, discipleship, and mission.
Allan speaks today, sticking with the start of Ephesians 4, particularly on verse 7.
Christ gives every believer a unique role and gift to strengthen the church and reach others. Christians are called not just to attend church, but to actively participate in God’s work.
Alan continues pulling apart the first few verses of Ephesians chapter 4.
Today's main focus being unity in the church
Tim revisits the first 6 verses of Ephesians chapter 4 on what our walk with Christ should start to look like, particularly with patience, gentleness and humility.
Adam continues into chapter 4 of Ephesians, briefly reviewing verse 1 to 6 and then delivering todays message from verse 7 onwards.
Every individual is given certain gifts from God. Each person also has a part to play within the Church, to complement each others gifts, to make up the complete body of the Church.
Todays service starts off with Rich from the ministry Pais. He shares a video and talks about the ministry and how you can support them!
https://paismovement.com/australia/
Brad starts us off on Ephesians chapter 4. It's here in Ephesians where the Paul writes on how we should walk as believers in Christ now that we know how much Christ has done for us!
Brad preaches from Ephesians 3 from verse 14-19, and talks about how far and deep God's love is for us
Brad continues with Ephesians, reading from 3:7–10. Paul is building a theological foundation before telling believers what to do. First, they must understand who they are in Christ.
Brad has a shorter message today closing out chapter 2 of Ephesians.
He continues from last week where the cornerstone of the building was the main focus (Jesus being the cornerstone). With today's message, the people are part of the greater church building from which Jesus is the cornerstone.
Brad continues from verse 17 of Ephesians chapter 2, preaching on Jesus being the cornerstone. We (all followers of Jesus) are the building of the church, and Christ is the foundation by which it is built!
Brad continues to pull apart chapter 2 of Ephesians with verse 11-16, explaining what separated the early church (jews and gentiles) and that with Jesus we are now all one.
A quick break from Ephesians this week. Brad speaks about the body of the Church and how we should be coming to church, ready to serve, filled with the Spirit.
*Disclaimer. Errors occurred during the recording process: The introduction to the sermon is missing and 5 minutes in the middle (at around the 13 minute mark) is also missing.
Adam reads through Ephesians Chapter 2 verses 1-10, and also references Genesis and Romans. If we trust in God and let him lead us, His plans for us will be good!
Happy new year! Brad starts us off with a reading of Ephesians chapter 2. As we begin 2026, we should be letting the Lord guide us through the year right from the start.
Brad gives a quick summary of what we've covered in chapter 1 of Ephesians and then reads from Psalm 139. God desires intimacy with His people and it's us that need to make time to be with Him.
Adam tracks back for a moment back to verse 12 and continues through towards the end of the chapter. Adam talks on how this is actually 'Apocalyptic' literature but not in the way we might think initially, and how Paul responds to the gospel by praying for spiritual wisdom.
A smaller message today as Brad talks about how we could be tricked by 'following our heart' therefore we must point our hearts in the right direction towards our creator. The first chapter of Ephesians is also nearing it's end, Brad reading out the prayer that Paul writes from verse 15.
Brad gives a quick recap of what we've covered so far in Ephesians and then continues on pulling apart the chapter from verse 11 to 14.
Brad covers verses 9 & 10 of Ephesians chapter 1, in particular talking about Christ summing up all things.
As the series continues on Ephesians, Adam preaches today on verses 7 & 8 of Ephesians chapter 1.
Brad looks at the next couple of verses of Ephesians, continuing from verse 4.
The Bible has a lot of content within, and sometimes it can seem like there are tensions between different verses and their meanings. God has chosen his people no matter how they interpret the scripture.
Brad pulls apart Ephesians 1:3-4. God has already blessed us, our response should be to bless and praise Him!
Adam starts our in depth reading on the Book of Ephesians, focusing on just the first two verses. Although brief, these verses contain deep meaning about identity, authority, and grace and peace in Christ.
Brad gives an overview of the structure and content of the book of Ephesians as we prepare to dive in and pull it apart over the coming weeks.
A video by 'Bible Project' was shown during the service which gives a great illustrative overview of the book of Ephesians.
You can find the reference here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y71r-T98E2Q
Brad and Martha introduce a new series on the book of Ephesians, reading through the book from start to finish. Over the coming weeks, Ephesians will be pulled apart further.
Adam continues on from Brad's previous sermon on the Sabbath and refers to when 'Rest' is noted and commanded in the Bible in both the new and old testament.
Brad talks about the Sabbath. Why did God make the Sabbath? What did it mean for people in the time of the old testament, and what does it mean to us under the new covenant?
Brad speaks on Fathers day and seeks to encourage dads. What does the bible say about fathers and what is God like as our heavenly Father?
Adam continues in the spiritual discipline of reading the Word. This week focusses on why it's important to not only read, but also memorise scripture.
Adam continues the series on reading the Word. Today he speaks on some more techniques that we can and apply when approaching the bible to get the most out of reading the Word to help become closer to our Father.
Brad speaks on meditating on the Word; what it means for us as readers of the bible and how we can apply it to grow in our relationship with our heavenly Father.
Adam picks up from last week continuing on the subject of reading the Word. Today talking about 'Resting in the Word' in the sense of taking time to read and digest Word of God.
This sermon has periods of interaction from the congregation, leaving some parts of it silent as the microphone cannot reach the whole room.
Brad gives an introduction to how we can approach the bible with the assistance of a Bible Project video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak06MSETeo4&list=PLdH5S7art83m8V4cvQqzBO1oIfsdmWKib
An overview is given on the Bible's order of books within and who these books are written to.
As the large series on Growing in Christ continues, Brad introduces the next spiritual discipline that will be covered over the coming weeks; reading The Word.
Brad invites Coolangatta Christian Church to write a letter to the Lord, honestly offering Him their hearts.
Brad continues speaking about the spiritual discipline of fasting, referring to the book of Joel.
Adam continues on the topic of fasting, referring to Jesus' words when he talks about eating and drinking of Him.
As we continue the series on Growing in Christ, Brad preaches on another spiritual discipline to grow in our relationship with our creator: Fasting.
Adam speaks on repentance, referring to the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke chapter 15:11-32
Brad speaks on giving, referring first to the old testament giving requirements and then in the new testament and what Jesus wants from us as givers.
Brad speaks on mothers day, asking the question on what God wants of us but specifically what he wants for Mothers.
As we close out on the Lord's prayer from previous weeks, Brad continues the subject of prayer with how we can pray for others.
Adam continues preaching on the Lord's prayer, looking at Matthew 6:13 about temptation.
Adam continues the Lord's prayer, speaking about the later verse of forgiveness and what that means for us as followers of Jesus.
Adam continues on the subject of prayer, summarising the beginning of the Lord's prayer from previous weeks and coming to the verse 'Your kingdom come, Your will be done'.
Brad continues in the subject of prayer, looking at a prayer that Jesus made to His heavenly Father in John chapter 17.
Brad continues on from Adam's previous sermon on the Lord's prayer with a focus on the part 'Hallowed be Your Name'
Adam preaches on the spiritual discipline of prayer and how we can approach it as we talk to our Heavenly Father.
Brad preaches on how we worship in our lives, not just at church, but in our everyday lives.
Adam follows on from the last sermon on passover/the Lord's Supper and looks into communion and it's significance.
Adam preaches on Passover and the history behind it from the old testament and how it ties into the last supper with Jesus.
Brad preaches on discernment in praise and worship music. With so much music out there, how can we know if we are singing or listening to biblically correct content?
Adam preaches on one of the many miracles that Jesus performed; feeding the 5000 in Luke 9:10-17.
Adam preaches on the body of Christ and how the church as a whole makes up the body not just Cooly Church, but everyone who seeks Him.
Brad talks on how God calls us by name and the significance of quiet time, referring to the prayer between Jesus and His Father in John 17:6-10.
A look at the year that has been and the year ahead. Reflecting on the blessings and challenges that have come about in Coolangatta Christian Church and a clear view of the finances since the last AGM service.
Brad talks on Jesus' instruction to follow Him. Jesus called not only His disciples to follow, but also us!
Allan expands on the meaning and significance of being the "Salt of the Earth".
Reference to Matthew 5:13
Adam preaches on God being the shepherd in our lives.
Verses referred to in this message include John 10:11-16 and 1 Samuel 17:34-37.
Brad picks up the series where he talks about the importance of the blood of Jesus.
Verses referenced in this sermon include:
Isaiah 40:12-17
Genesis 3:22-24
Leviticus 16:11-14
Brad preaches on Fathers day.
God comes across as many names but we often hear God referred to as Father in prayer. Brad helps to give an understanding of the seriousness of God being referred to as Father in the Bible.
Allan explores the meaning of the awesomeness of God. Amongst various scriptures in the Bible, Allan also pulls apart a song by Rich Mullens called 'Awesome God'.
Please also look to the following video link for a short clip from the movie 'Radio' that is referred to later in the sermon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySQueKpsC7w
Adam continues the series of Growing in Christ.
In this sermon he scratches the surface of God’s Holiness.
Shortly after starting there is reference to a useful video by ‘Bible Project’ which helps give an overview of the what ‘Holiness’ is.
You can follow the YouTube link below for that video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9vn5UvsHvM
Brad talks on the Fear of the Lord. Beginning with Exodus chapter 19 & 20 and reference to other places in the bible where the Fear of the Lord is relevant.
Brad introduces a new series focused on Growing in Christ. This series explores the Holiness of God, our identity, the profound impact of Christ's sacrifice, and our rightful response to the Gospel. Additionally, it delves into the pivotal roles of the Holy Spirit in our spiritual growth and our responsibilities as followers.
Alex leads us through the beginning of Acts chapter 4 as we seek to ask God how be more like the early church.
The disciples were told they needed the Holy Spirit to carry out Jesus' mission. We have the same direction. Jesus says, "If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke: 11: 13
Lets ask him to full us with a heart and power for mission
In Acts 1 the disciples are reminded of their mission to share the Gospel with all nations. Today, we carry a continuation of this same mission. Jesus informs us we need His power, through the Holy Spirit, to carry this mission out.
Before we dive into the book of Acts, Allan Van der Linde unpacks the importance of the Lord's Supper and Jesus' personal sacrifice prior to the disciples' mission.