Penzance Baptist Church: Recent Episodes
Christ's enemies sealed the tomb and stationed guards, believing they could prevent His resurrection. Yet their schemes only magnified the certainty of the gospel and the glory of the risen King. This sermon explores God's absolute sovereignty, the futility of human opposition, and the triumphant victory of Jesus Christ over sin, death, and the grave. Discover why the tomb was sealed - but never truly secured - and the certain hope the risen Saviour gives to all who trust in Him.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the burial of Jesus is a vital part of the Gospel and fulfilment of prophecy. He also looks at the lessons we can learn about what it means to follow the Lord Jesus Christ through the example of Joseph of Arimathea and the women at the tomb. All of these details continuing to show that the Lord Jesus Christ really is the only Saviour of sinners.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the Bible makes it clear that every person has to face death and judgment. How can we face those appointments? How can we face a holy God as sinners? What hope is there? The answer is clear - Christ alone.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew's Gospel. Preaching from Matthew 27:51-56 he looks at the God-given witnesses to what was being accomplished at the cross. These witnesses - the veil being torn, the earthquake, opened tombs, the faith of the Centurion, and the faithfulness of the women - all testify to the Lord Jesus Christ being the only Saviour of sinners and having actually secured the redemption of His people on the cross.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way Paul wonderfully summarises the Gospel in these verses. He highlights four mighty acts of grace that God does in the salvation of sinners - He quickens, He forgives, He cancels debt, He conquers the enemy.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how the Lord deals with Habakkuk to bring him to a point of rejoicing in difficult circumstances. Habakkuk needed to learn to trust God sovereign purposes and covenant love for His people even when He could not understand what was happening. Habakkuk, like us, needed to learn to rest in the fact that even though he did not know what tomorrow would bring, he knew the God who did.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches from Genesis 16 with a message entitled 'When God Met Hagar.'
In this message, Pastor Stobbs looks at the Saviour's cry of dereliction on the cross. These precious verses look at the darkness that that engulfed the cross and the way the Lord Jesus Christ secured victory at Calvary for His people.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Elijah's despair under the broom tree and how the Lord tenderly met with him. He looks at lessons such as how discouragement distorts our thinking and we need the truth of God's Word to give us perspective.
Continuing in his series in Matthew's Gospel, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the reactions of the crowd and the mockery the Lord Jesus Christ suffered at Calvary. These real events are not just history but they reveal the sinful nature of the human heart. The only hope for such sinners is in the very One who was enduring the cross to secure the salvation of His people.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches a message from Genesis 4:1-16 entitled 'When God Met...Cain and Abel.'
Continuing in this series, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the beginning of the events of the death of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross at Calvary. The glory of the gospel is that this King took the place of rebels - that He was the perfect Substitute. In that mighty work Jesus actually accomplished the salvation of His people, those who trust Him.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Job's declaration of faith in the midst of terrible suffering. He considers how the believer can trust the Lord when life falls apart, knowing that our suffering is never without purpose and it draws us closer to the Saviour.
This message looks at the command Peter gives for the believer to grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Pastor Stobbs looks at what this growth looks like and the means through which it happens. Ultimately, the believer needs to abide in Christ and allow His life to work through them.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the brutal ways the Lord Jesus was mocked and beaten on the way to the cross. Yet, in it all Scripture was being fulfilled and God's redeeming plan was being worked out. It challenges us not to view sin lightly and to see the great cost of this mighty rescue of sinners.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how Paul explains the Gospel in these terms and lays out what we were, what God has done for the believer by grace, and the sure future we have in Christ.
In this message, Pastor Stobbs looks at the way sin ruins and distorts our view of who God is. Sin pushes us away from God, but wonderfully, God seeks and saves. What is pictured in Genesis 3 comes to fulfilment in the Lord Jesus Christ who said that He came to seek and save the lost.
In this message, Pastor Stobbs continues to look at the Lord Jesus before Pilate and the divine warnings Pilate ignored. He will also consider the choice Pilate gave to the crowd of either Barabbas or Jesus and how this is also picture of the nature of the Gospel - the Innocent One condemned that the guilty go free.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the often neglected truth of the Ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ. He considers what happened and what it means for us, not least that Christ is King now and the believer can trust Him in all the changing seasons of life.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the external objective truth of the Gospel concerning the person and work of the Lord Jesus and the internal subjective work of the Holy Spirit to apply those truths. For a sinner to believe it is a wonderful work of grace to enable them to know both.
This message will look at Job's confession - 'I know that my Redeemer lives...' In the trials and troubles he faced, Job was given by grace to look away from himself to find hope in the promised Saviour. Pastor Jonathan Stobbs draws out a number of lessons for the believer encouraging trust in God's sovereign purposes when life is falling apart.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew's Gospel. This message from Matthew 27:11-18 looks at the Lord Jesus before Pilate and how even His silence fulfilled Bible prophecy. He considers the choice Pilate gave to the crowd of either Barabbas or Jesus and how this is also a picture of the nature of the Gospel.
This message looks at the opening verses of Psalm 22 and the cry 'My God, my God, why have you forsake me?' Pastor Stobbs considers the way these words find their ultimate fulfilment when the Lord Jesus uses them on the cross. This brings us to the heart of the Gospel and the substitutionary death of the Saviour - that He was forsaken for His people so they never have to be.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Galatians 2:20 looking at Paul's incredible statement which expresses the deep truth of the believer's union with Christ. It gets to the heart of what it means to be a real Christian, the wonder of sovereign grace, and true life in Christ.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Matthew 27:1-10 and looks at the tragic end of Judas as he faces the consequences of his betrayal and overwhelming pain of his guilt in betraying the Saviour. Gospel lessons are drawn from the passage concerning the depth of sin, the danger of remorse without repentance, and the way of true repentance which leads to life in Christ.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches from Luke 2:34-35 with a message entitled 'A Sword Shall Pierce Your Own Soul Also.'
Mr. John Rubens preaches from 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3 with a message entitled 'Faith, Love and Hope in the Church.'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the Saviour was focused on going to the cross and how everything was being done according to the sovereign plan and purpose of God. He also looks at the contrast between those who hated the Lord Jesus and one who was totally devoted to her Saviour - the difference between the goats and the sheep.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Jonah's great statement 'Salvation is of the Lord' and consider the truth that God alone saves. That the true Gospel is the Gospel of sovereign grace - God intervening in the lives of sinners to draw them to Himself through the saving work of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at this wonderful text which speaks of the great God of heaven singing over His people with rejoicing. He explains the context of the passage and how it points us to the glories of the Gospel and its ultimate fulfilment in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Mr. John Rubens preaches from Acts 18:1-17 with a message entitled 'Dealing With Discouragement.'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the wonderful Gospel call that God gives to sinners, that though their sins are as scarlet they can be white as snow.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Paul's exhortation for believers to have a Christlike mindset in their dealings with one another. This comes from their union with Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit in them. Such attitudes bring a true unity amongst the Lord's people as the glory of Christ is pursued rather than self.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way this title was given to Jesus by the Pharisees and what they meant to shame Him was actually a title revealing His glorious purpose. He also explores why Jesus is the Friend we need and the Friend like no other.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the reality that God really does rule, that He is absolutely sovereign, and the rest this gives to the Lord's people in such challenging times. He also explains why a right view of God leads to right worship for the glory of God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way Paul describes the believer's role as an ambassador and the message they have been given to proclaim - the Gospel of sovereign grace.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way Paul describes the longing of his heart to know Christ - 'that I may know Him.' He looks at the way being a true Christian is being brought by sovereign grace into union with Christ in a living, saving relationship.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way John the Baptist wanted Christ to increase, but this meant his own decrease. He looks at what it means for the believer to make much of Christ and to battle spiritual pride which can be so destructive.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches from 2 Corinthians 7 with a message entitled 'A Place of Repentance.'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the testimony of Enoch who was known as one who walked with God and how that walk of faith was granted and sustained by grace.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the greatest demonstration of love that there has ever been - Christ's sacrifice on the cross. He considers what this tells us about the nature of God's love and the security the believer has in Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the truth that the believer can never exhaust God's resources of grace. This teaches us to live in dependence upon the One who gives today's mercies for today's troubles with the promise of future grace as needed.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the fact that the wages of sin is death, but God's gracious intervention means that there is a way of deliverance in Jesus Christ alone.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the truth that if our lives are not built on Christ then we are without hope, and any other building we might do is in vain.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs challenges us to see what the Lord is doing, by His Spirit, with the purpose of exalting the name of Christ. One of the wonderful ways this happens is in the salvation of sinners and bringing them from the wilderness to worship.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the account of the angels appearing to the Shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus and draw out a number of Gospel lessons.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way Isaiah 53 gives us a biography of the promised King - His person, His saving work, His triumph, and His return.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the exhortation that we do not not refuse Him who speaks, and this message looks at the reasons why we should listen to the glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the sure foundations for assurance that the believer has - the character of God, the person and work of Christ, the promises of God, the guarantee of the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the time when Peter denied the Lord Jesus three times. He shows the way this was a result of a number of other spiritual troubles in Peter's heart and look at the lessons we can learn.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the exhortation to consider Christ in our suffering, and considers ways the believer can do that.
In this third of a three part series on the occasion of the 223rd Church Anniversary, Pastor Chris Davies (Grace Church, St. Austell) preaches from Matthew 16:19-20 with a message entitled 'The Awesome Responsibility.'
In this second of a three part series on the occasion of the 223rd Church Anniversary, Pastor Chris Davies (Grace Church, St. Austell) preaches from Matthew 16:18 with a message entitled 'The Amazing Promise.'
In this first of a three part series on the occasion of the 223rd Church Anniversary, Pastor Chris Davies (Grace Church, St. Austell) preaches from Matthew 16:13-17 with a message entitled 'The Astounding Confession.'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at what it means to be a true follower of the Lord Jesus Christ and the blessings of that in every circumstance of life.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues to look at the sham trial of the Lord Jesus and how His enemies went against every law in order to sentence Him to death. It reveals their sinful hearts, but also shows the Lord Jesus to be who He says He is - the Son of God and only Saviour.
Pastor Tom Yates (Maryport Baptist Chapel, Devizes), preaches a message from Titus 3 entitled 'The Wonder of the Gospel.'
Pastor Thomas Yates (Maryport Baptist Chapel, Devizes) preaches a message from Luke 10 entitled 'Good Enough?'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way harvest points us to clear truths about the Gospel and the work of God in salvation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way Paul was ready to face death because of his trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. Paul saw the Lord's gracious hand in his past, present, and so was confident concerning the future.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs begins to look at the sham trial of the Lord Jesus and how His enemies went against every law in order to sentence Him to death. It reveals their sinful hearts, but also shows the Lord Jesus to be who He says He is - the Son of God and only Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how trouble came to Joseph even when he was being faithful to the Lord. He draws out a number of lessons of how the believer is to endure when things go wrong.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the references to Christ as Priest forever and what that means for the believer's security. He will also show how this passage underlines that Christ alone is the truly sufficient Saviour for sinners.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way John, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, identifies a number of vital truths that keep the believer through challenging days.
On the occasion of the baptism of Joanna Stobbs, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at what it means to be a real Christian and how it is a work of grace in a person's life to give them new life in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how life is full of trouble and what the believer can learn when trials come. Also, that the great comfort is that thought we may be going through the valley, the Lord is with us.
After the Lord had prayed in Gethsemane, He moves forward to meet His enemies come to arrest Him. In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues to look at lessons from the betrayal of Judas, the failure of the disciples, and the triumph of Jesus.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the encounter of Moses with God in the burning bush and draw out a number of Gospel lessons, not least that God is the One who takes the initiative in salvation.
After the Lord had prayed in Gethsemane, He moves forward to meet His enemies come to arrest Him. In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at lessons from the betrayal of Judas and the crowd with him.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the account of Naaman and his problem of leprosy, and explains how this gives us a picture of our sin and need for cleansing in Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues to look at one of the most moving and powerful accounts in Scripture, the Lord Jesus Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. In this second message, he looks at the intensity of Christ's sorrow and supplication, finishing with some Gospel lessons.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Paul saying that he would boast only in the cross of Christ and why we too need to be unashamed of the cross. The need of the day is to be clear on the Gospel, for there is no other way of salvation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the John exhorts the believer to know who they are in Christ, the certainty of the future in Christ, that they would live for Christ now!
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs begins to look at one of the most moving and powerful accounts in Scripture, the Lord Jesus Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. In this first message, he looks at some initial lessons that the Lord Jesus was teaching the disciples through this time of deep prayer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the Lord Jesus Christ said that the believer should rejoice because their name is written in heaven. But why is that such a cause for rejoicing? He explains how salvation is of the Lord and therefore the believer's joy rests on a firm foundation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the Lord Jesus Christ dealt with Nicodemus and explained what true conversion really is.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way the Lord Jesus keeps the final Passover, but then institutes the new covenant meal to show the centrality of His sacrificial work on the cross.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the parable of the prodigal son and how it describes the work of God in a person's life when they are truly converted. That Christ is a willing Saviour and there is a way back even for those who feel themselves far off.
Mr. John Rubens preaches from John 6:60-71 with a message entitled 'Who has the words of eternal life?'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at God's commission to Ezekiel to be a watchman and warn the people about the judgment to come. But also the way God gives reasons why people should turn and live, rather than remain in a state of death.
Our brother, Mr. Eddie Fletcher, preaches a message from Isaiah 55 entitled 'Everyone Who Thirsts, Come!'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the vision that was given to Ezekiel of the valley of dry bones being brought to life by the power of God. He considers how this points us to the mighty work of the Holy Spirit in bringing dead sinners to life in Christ.
Pastor Mike Judge from Chorlton Evangelical Church, Manchester, preaches from Philippians 4 with a message entitled 'Five Secrets of Christian Contentment'.
Pastor Mike Judge from Chorlton Evangelical Church, Manchester, preaches from Philippians 3 with a message entitled 'Heaven is Our Home'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Isaiah's cry to the Lord in the text which is looking to the Lord to rend the heavens and come down. The situation the people were facing, the sense of distance from the Lord, the lack of concern amongst the people drove Isaiah to the only One who could help.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the truth that as the cross approaches, the Lord Jesus was in control of all events including observing the Passover and being Himself the Passover Lamb.
Our brother, Mr. Jean-Claude Souillot from Ouroux-sur-Saone (France) preaches a message from Luke 24 entitled 'In the Way'.
After describing the signs of His coming and the end of the age, the Lord Jesus explains more about the fact that He will come to Judge and there will be a separation between His people and those who rejected Him which is irreversible. In this message, Pastor Stobbs looks at the difference between the sheep and goats.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the church's essential need of the work of the Holy Spirit and looks at some of the ways the Spirit works in the believer to make them more like the Saviour.
After describing the signs of His coming and the end of the age, the Lord Jesus explains more about the fact that He will come to Judge and there will be a separation between His people and those who rejected Him which is irreversible. In this message, Pastor Stobbs explains the importance of being ready to face the final judgement, something which can only be done by trusting Christ.
Mr. John Rubens preaches a message from Genesis 49:29 - 50:26 entitled 'Death, Forgiveness, and Hope'.
After describing the signs of His coming and the end of the age, the Lord Jesus continues to teach about the need to be ready for His coming. In this message, Pastor Stobbs looks at the latter part of the Parable of the Talents and the consequences of what we do with the spiritual privileges the Lord gives to us.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the question - what is the church's great need at this time? The answer - simply the enabling and empowering of the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the significance of Christ's ascension into heaven and why it is so comforting to know that the Lord Jesus continues to intercede for His people.
After describing the signs of His coming and the end of the age, the Lord Jesus continues to teach about the need to be ready for His coming. In this message, Pastor Stobbs begins to look at the Parable of the Talents and how the Lord tells us to be faithful and make the most of the spiritual opportunities given to us.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Paul's prayerful desire that believers would enter into a fuller understanding of the hope and inheritance to which they have been called in Christ. The glory to come!
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from Jeremiah 8:20 explaining how Harvest reminds us that God is faithful and His promises are sure. However, he also explains that looking at the text - 'The harvest is past, The summer is ended, And we are not saved!' - the changing season should challenge each one of us to consider where we are with the Lord.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Ephesians 1 looking at this prayer of Paul for the believers in Ephesus and especially his desire for them that they would be deepened in their faith and knowledge of the Lord.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis, preaching from chapter 49 with a message entitled 'The Lion of Judah'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew's Gospel preaching from chapter 23:37-39. The Lord Jesus has been warning concerning false teachers and pronouncing judgement on them. This message looks at the concluding words of grief and condemnation at the rejection of Him as their Messiah.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Hebrews 10 and looks at one of the rich blessings of the believer's adoption in Christ - access to God in prayer. This message looks at the challenges we find in prayer and how reminding ourselves of our union with Christ gives us confidence to come boldly to the throne of grace to find the mercy and help we need.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis preaching from chapter 48 with a message looking at trusting the Lord for the future.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Acts 5 explaining what unbelief is like by looking at the opposition of the religious leaders to the apostles. He shows how by nature we hate the Lord Jesus and the Gospel, and only sovereign grace can make the difference.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Jeremiah 23. Jeremiah has been used of the Lord to call out the false shepherds that are such a danger to the people of God. Then in the midst of this, there is a wonderful prophecy concerning the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ and the salvation He brings. This message looks at this and that we can only be made right with God through the person and work of the Saviour.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches from Judges 16 with a message on the death of Samson and the lessons we can learn.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 Corinthians 4:20 looking at Paul addresses those in and around the church who have a form of godliness but not the reality. This is a great challenge in our day. This message explains that sound doctrine is essential, but there must be that vital, living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains the third parable in this section that the Lord Jesus teaches as He deals with the religious leaders. Using the picture of a great wedding feast, there are many lessons in the passage which deal with the rejection of the Gospel and consequences.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains the second parable the Lord Jesus teaches as He deals with the religious leaders. The Saviour reveals again that He is Messiah and that those who reject Him will face final judgement and eternal condemnation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explores the reasons why we should listen to Jesus. Also, He explains that unless we listen and believe, we have no hope in this life or the next.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew's Gospel. In this message, he looks at the way the enemies of Jesus confronted Him in the temple to try and expose Him. However, they only exposed their own hearts. This interaction also reinforces the truth of the Gospel and that without God's gracious intervention we continue in rebellion against the Lord.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis looking at Genesis 47 and the whole matter of pleasing God.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher begins a mini-series looking at the life of Samson. Here he looks at the birth of a sinful deliverer in Judges 13-1 - 14-4.
Mr. Andrew Muwowo from Thornton Heath and Proclamation Institute Zambia preaches a message from Exodus 32 looking at the God's hatred of idols.
Mr. Andrew Muwowo from Thornton Heath and Proclamation Institute Zambia preaches a message from Exodus 10 looking at the God of judgement and salvation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way the text speaks of the cross declaring certain Gospel truths which we must believe if we are to be saved.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the fact that troubles often come to the believer and in those times we must continue to seek the Lord. In the psalm, we are given a biblical pattern of where to go in trouble and the great truth that the believer's hope is never in self, but in the God who is able to do exceedingly abundantly.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way John lays out his arguments as to whether a person has spiritual life or not. One of the key tests is what they profess about the Lord Jesus Christ. A true profession has to be according to Scripture, enabled by the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues to look at the consequences of the ascension and exaltation of the Lord Jesus Christ. He considers the emphasis in Scripture that the Lord Jesus has been given authority to judge and the day is coming when all His enemies will be made His footstool.
Mr. John Rubens preaches a message from 2 Corinthians 13-1-14 entitled 'Grace at Work'.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis and preaches a message from Genesis 46-28-47-12 entitled 'Pilgrims in a Foreign Land'.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches a message from John 3-1-7 - Joshua 2 entitled 'You Must Be Born Again'.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches a message from Hebrews 11-1 - 12-3 entitled 'How to Live By Faith'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the events of the first Passover, and considers the way in which these things point to the Lord Jesus Christ. Also how redemption accomplished must also be applied.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the significance of the Ascension and how Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches his final message in the series on Ecclesiastes. He considers chapter 12 in a message entitled 'The Conclusion of the Whole Matter'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers why the Lord Jesus would be called the Man of Sorrows, acquainted with grief. Also, that the only we hope we have is to believe in the substitutionary sacrifice of the Saviour and that it is only through Christ's vicarious sufferings that we can be saved.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the wonderful promise of no more tears in heaven. Life in this world is full of tears, but the believer is able to look to a Saviour who understands and ultimately who promises to wipe all their tears away.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the truth of the believer's union with Christ as being at the very heart of the Gospel. He will look at the way the believer has been made a new creation in Christ and what that actually means in position and practice.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the summary of the Gospel that Paul gives in this lovely text and the fact that salvation is of the Lord, all of grace. He will explain the different characteristics of God that are demonstrated in this saving work including things like His kindness, His mercy, His love, His grace and how this should cause the believer to rejoice.
Mr. John Rubens continue in his series in Genesis and preaches a message entitled 'All Fear Removed' from Genesis 46-1-34
Mr. John Rubens preaches a message entitled 'The Sufficiency Of God's Grace' from 1 Thessalonians 5-16-18
Mr Eddie Fletcher preaches a message entitled 'The Will Of God For You' from 1 Thessalonians 5-16-18
Mr Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes and preaches a message entitled 'How Soon Is Now--' from chapter 11
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers how the people identified in this psalm continued in the externals of religion, but did not know God. They disregarded the Word and pursued a religion which suited them but which would ruin them. The only religion that saves is to be reconciled to God through a living faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the believer's wonderful hope of heaven - 'As for me, I will see Your face in righteousness- I shall be satisfied when I awake in Your likeness.' The day is coming when the believer will be delivered from the troubles of this world to be in a place where all those things will be forever gone, to be with Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way Jehoiachim responds to the reading of the Word in this passage and how that reveals man's hatred of the truth. This can only change through the saving work of God and so true love for the Word, for the God of the Word, is a sign of spiritual life-
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Moses' offer to atone for the sin of the people, an offer which the Lord refuses. He considers why Moses is a picture of the true Mediator to come, the Lord Jesus Christ who would actually atone and save His people.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes. Looking at chapter 10, he preaches a message entitled 'A Word to the Wise'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Ezekiel 1 and considers how the church is suffering from a low view of God today. He explains how this vision brings us again to see the transcendent majesty of God and how the way we think of God determines everything about our lives in this world.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the parable that Jesus taught in this passage and how it speaks of heaven and the way for sinners to get there. He looks at how is only through trusting Christ that we can gain entrance to the heavenly feast, but the tragedy is many people will miss it because they do not want to submit to the terms of the Gospel.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the wonderful truth that the believer has a sure hope for the future and they are justified by faith alone in Christ alone by grace alone.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis with a message from chapter 45 entitled 'Reconciled'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the Lord dealt with the Israelites in the wilderness in the passage and how it exhorts the believer to trust the Lord for all things.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how the parable that the Lord Jesus uses to show that this life is so much more than possessions. He draws out Gospel lessons to show how urgent it is that we attend to the matters of eternity and being rich toward God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how the believer needs to keep looking up to the Lord in difficult days and drawing from the Lord Jesus Christ as our strength and joy.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the wonderful conversion of the Philippian Jailer and consider the Gospel lessons which come from the account.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the reasons why believers can become weary in serving the Lord and well doing before looking at encouragements to press on.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the wonder of God the Son taking to Himself human nature in order to save sinners. He also looks at what 'God with us' means for the believer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the coming of Christ was in accordance with the eternal plan of salvation. He also explains why the name 'Jesus' reveals the very heart of the Gospel - that Christ came to save sinners.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series from Genesis with a message from Genesis 44-1-34 entitled 'True Repentance'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains how Isaiah speaks of the coming of Christ as the Light of the world. We are in spiritual darkness and death, only the Saviour promised can remedy that through His perfect person and saving work.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains how one of the pictures of a father leading and teaching His child to walk points to how God deals with us in the Gospel. How, by grace, we are lead from the darkness of our sin and rebellion to the light of salvation in Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers how the Lord's deals with the father of a child in great trouble. He draws out lessons concerning the way this man was brought to trust in the Saviour. Also that just as grace saved this man, so grace must keep because unbelief is always a challenge in this world.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches from Ecclesiastes 9 with a message entitled 'The Whole World in His Hands'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the Lord's dealings with Manasseh following his wicked reign as king of Judah. From this account he draws out a number of Gospel lessons, not least that God is rich in mercy towards undeserving sinners.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the teaching of the Lord Jesus in this passage concerning the enemy and the forces of darkness. Although the devil is a strong man armed, the Lord Jesus is the stronger than he, the mighty victor who has triumphed over the enemy and sin, death, hell.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at this very well known text of God working together all things for the good of His people. He considers how we apply the promise when things are hard in the life of the believer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the occasion when Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and considers how this teaches us concerning how a sinner is saved. He explains how the sinner is called from death to life by the mighty Saviour who is the Resurrection and the Life.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from Hebrews 6 and considers the way the believer is secure in the grace of God and that this assurance is guaranteed by the promises of God and His oath.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the heart of the Gospel message - the just shall live by faith. He will consider how this impacted Martin Luther's life and how the rediscovery of the Gospel of free and sovereign grace once again impacted the nations at the time of the Reformation.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way Paul explains his motivation for preaching this Gospel in 2 Corinthians 5. He also looks at what it is to be reconciled to God through the Lord Jesus Christ alone.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes and preaches a message from chapter 8 entitled 'Service with a Smile'.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher preaches a message from 1 Kings 19 looking at the question 'What Are You Doing Here--'
This message was given by our guest preacher Pastor Tom Yates from Maryport Street Baptist Chapel in Devizes. He draws lessons from Psalm 56-3 - 'Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You.'
This guest message was given by Pastor Tom Yates from Maryport Street Baptist Chapel in Devizes on the text -Matthew 27-42- - 'He saved others- Himself He cannot save. If He is the King of Israel, let Him now come down from the cross, and we will believe Him.'
Mr. John Rubens continues in his 'Beginnings' Series and brings a message from Genesis 43-1-33 entitled 'Christ our Surety'.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Ruth 4 and looks at the way Boaz willingly stepped in to be Ruth's Kinsman-Redeemer and how this points us to the redeeming work of the Lord Jesus Christ for sinners.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains that being a real Christian is about being 'in Christ'. Beginning with the picture of the vine and the branches in John 15, and looking at similar biblical illustrations, he considers what union with Jesus means and how we can know it for ourselves.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explores how Naomi's advice to Ruth as she was about to approach Boaz teaches us a number of lessons about how we can draw near to our Redeemer.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains how Harvest reminds us that God is faithful and His promises are sure. In difficult days, we need to cry out to the Lord and trust in His wonderful character and everlasting love for His people.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way Paul speaks of these dear believers at Thessalonica and what it teaches about genuine faith in the Lord Jesus.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way Paul speaks about how it is a sin not to seek the Lord and that this is a consequence of our fallen nature. However, the work of grace in a person's life transforms them to being a seeker and finder of the Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the sweet words '...He loved me and gave Himself for me...' and draws out a number of great truths concerning the love of Christ for the believer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way Paul exhorts the believers at Philippi to unity by having the mind of Christ. The passage then outlines the matchless humility the Son of God displayed by coming to be the Saviour of sinners.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes. Preaching from chapter 7 he delivers a message entitled 'Do you know what is good for you--'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way the opening verses of this passage point to the Lord Jesus Christ and the glory of the Gospel.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains what the Psalm teaches us about the God who reigns, the world that rages against Him, and how we can know God find a solid foundation in this uncertain life.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers Paul's exhortation to Timothy to fight the good fight of faith and to lay hold on eternal life. He draws out a number of lessons looking at the dangers that surround us, the passion of true faith, and the security of the believer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the rich young ruler who comes to Jesus asking what he could do to inherit eternal life. He draws out some Gospel lessons and the fact that salvation is in Jesus Christ alone.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes with a message 'Why Can't I Be You--'
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way there are times when we struggle to see how God is working, but we need to learn to trust Him. That we can trust He really is working together all things for good for those who are His people.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the fact that death is only gain when a person has a real, vital, saving relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at God's sovereign plan and purpose to save sinners and build them into the church. He will explain how the Trinity are wonderfully involved in this and nothing can prevent the completion of it.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way 3000 were saved, and will draw out lessons concerning the vital role of the Holy Spirit in making dead sinners alive. He will consider how the Spirit convicts us of sin and then enables us to turn to the Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explores how life is full of questions, but one of the most vital questions is the one Job asks here - how can a man be righteous before God-- This question is one we all face and the consequences of how we answer it will be for eternity.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers why the blood of Jesus Christ is central to the Gospel and what the blood has accomplished for all who believe.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the reality that the only way sinners can stand in the presence of the holy God is through the saving work of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains how the Psalm speaks of God as Judge, the challenge He brings to His people to have their hearts right in worship, and the judgment that will come against the hypocrite.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the Holy Spirit's particular work of assurance in the life of the believer. Working through this wonderful passage, he draws out a number of ways the Holy Spirit testifies that the believer really is adopted into the family of God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers Paul's exhortation to resist the temptation to want to add anything to the Gospel. The Lord Jesus Christ is the sufficient Saviour and if we have Him, we have everything.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers Paul's prayer and desire for the believers at Ephesus to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge and for them to be filled with the fullness of God. He explains that this is an amazing reality which can be known by every believer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the parable that the Lord Jesus teaches concerning the ten virgins, five were wise and five were foolish. He draws out Gospel lessons and the need for each one of us to make sure that we are ready for Christ's return and trusting Him today.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the prophecy in Zechariah 12-10 and how it was fulfilled at Pentecost and continues to be realised today. He will consider the titles given to the Holy Spirit in the text, His precious work in salvation, and the application to us.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the reasons why struggling believers should hold on to the Lord Jesus Christ, our glorious High Priest, who is full of compassion and able to help us. However, our ultimate comfort is that He loves and holds on to His people and will not let them go.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the account of Paul being asked to preach the Gospel before Felix and Drusilla. He draws out a number of Gospel lessons from the passage and the tragic consequences of putting off responding to the Word.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how the Lord Jesus Christ is the true Shepherd who gives rest to His sheep. Knowing the Saviour is the only way a person can find true spiritual rest. This message considers the hindrances to rest, the provision of Jesus the Good Shepherd, and how we can experience that rest.
In this message from Psalm 107, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way God Himself guides His people through the challenges and troubles of this world to bring them safely home.
Preaching from 2 Corinthians 4-3, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the nature of the Gospel, what it is, and why people are blind to it. The only solution being that God shines in their hearts with Gospel light.
In this message from Psalm 73, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains how Asaph shares his heart about the way he had stumbled into envying those in the world. Lessons are drawn out concerning what is the answer to this, not least keeping eternity in view.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from Revelation 4-5 and explores the vision of heaven given in the passage and how knowing the Lord Jesus is the Lamb that was slain, but also the conquering Lion gives us wonderful hope in this ruined world.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from John 5 and considers the teaching of the Lord Jesus on the need for spiritual resurrection, and the certainty of the physical resurrection to finally face the ultimate Judge.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs, considers the time after the resurrection when the Lord Jesus lovingly deals with Peter by asking him - do you love Me-- He draws out a number of lessons including the simple challenge - do we really love the Saviour--
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs explains that without the resurrection there is no Christianity, no Gospel, no hope. But as Christ is risen there is true salvation and certain hope for the future in the Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Zechariah 13 and looks at the prophecy in v7 concerning the saving work of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross. He explains that we should never be in doubt concerning why Jesus came or that He actually accomplished what He came to do in saving His people from their sin.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from Isaiah 35 and looks at the way this passage gives a number of pictures concerning the true Gospel and its impact upon individuals and communities.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers what Paul is explaining when he speaks about the creation longing and waiting for the revealing of the Sons of God. That believers have to go through this life of sorrow before a wonderful glory to come.
This message preached at a baptismal service sees Pastor Jonathan Stobbs consider how the healing of the lame man at the Gate Beautiful points us to the Gospel and what it means to be saved by God's grace.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Numbers 14-24 and explores that it was said of Caleb that he followed the Lord fully. He draws out some lessons that the believer can learn from Caleb's faithfulness.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the whole matter of true wisdom and what it means for us to number of days. He explains why we can only do so when God intervenes in our lives to show us the wisdom of salvation and living for His glory.
This message was delivered over the 221st Church Anniversary weekend from Penzance Baptist Church. We are thankful to the Lord for His faithfulness to us over the last year and for maintaining a witness at PBC for over two centuries. Visiting preacher Pastor Mike Judge -Chorlton Evangelical Church- looks at the next section from Matthew 26 and v14-16 with a message entitled 'Watch Out Lest You Become Like Judas'.
This message was delivered over the 221st Church Anniversary weekend from Penzance Baptist Church. We are thankful to the Lord for His faithfulness to us over the last year and for maintaining a witness at PBC for over two centuries. Visiting preacher Pastor Mike Judge -Chorlton Evangelical Church- looks at the next section from Matthew 26 and v6-13 with a message entitled 'Give Your Best to Jesus'.
This message was delivered at the 221st Church Anniversary thanksgiving service from Penzance Baptist Church. We are thankful to the Lord for His faithfulness to us over the last year and for maintaining a witness at PBC for over two centuries. Visiting preacher Pastor Mike Judge -ChorltonEvangelical Church- addresses the question 'God's Good Plan Or Man's Evil Plot--' from Matthew 26-1-5.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes with a message from chapter 5 entitled 'What Does the Lord Require of You--'
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes with a message chapter 4 entitled - 'Are You with Me--'
Visiting preacher, Pastor Mark Higgins from Hyde Street Chapel, Winchester, delivers a message from 2 Samuel 4 entitled 'A Just Reign'.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes with a message from chapter 3 entitled 'Good Times--'
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Ecclesiastes with a message from chapter 2 entitled 'Happy Now--'
Mr. Eddie Fletcher begins a new series in the book of Ecclesiastes by looking at the first chapter with a message entitled 'What's the Point--'
Mr. Eddie Fletcher looks at some lessons for our Christian walk from this well known Psalm with a message entitled 'Are We Nearly There Yet--'
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers man's greatest problem in terms of the condemnation of the law and then the promise of the Gospel to deliver us from that condemnation in Christ.
Continuing in his series in Matthew's Gospel, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs addresses the incident when Jesus curses a fig tree. He explains how it warns us about empty religion and reminds the believer of the power of persistent prayer.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the opening part of the Psalm and David's testimony of how he was saved by the grace of God. He looks at what we have been saved from, what we have been saved to, and the One who is the Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches Psalm 32 considering what guidance God has promised to give His people. He explains the way the Lord has His eye upon His people to sustain and bless even in difficult times.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the last call of the Gospel to sinners to come and take of the water of life. God Himself is the only One who can satisfy the longing in our hearts and we can only know Him in and through the Lord Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way the people of Israel were so quick to turn away from the Lord to other things and the intercession of Moses on their behalf. He draws out lesson from this for the Lord's people today including the need for repentance and seeking the Lord for His power and presence.
Looking at Isaiah 42-16, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the grace of God in dealing with blind sinners by giving them spiritual sight to see the truth of the Gospel.
In this message, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers David's statement, in this psalm of repentance, that God desires above all else a broken and contrite heart. He looks at what a heart like this looks like and how it is given.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Amos 4-12 considering the serious warning Amos gave the people and how this warning is still vital today. He explores the kindness of God in giving us warnings, the reason people ignore those warnings, and what we can do to prepare to meet the Lord.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Romans 8-32 considering the amazing reality that God has given His own Son to save sinners and if He has done that, how will He not also freely give us all things in Christ--
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Jeremiah 30-18-19 explaining the way that in this incident in the OT we are pointed to the power of the Gospel to deliver and transform. God is able to take what is ruined and make it new by His amazing grace.
Looking at Revelation 3, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way the Lord Jesus Christ, the Head of the church, ever has His eye on His churches. He sees them as they really are. From this sobering passage which speaks of the judgement of Christ on the church at Laodicea, he brings a number of lessons to apply to our current day.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues in his series in Philemon looking at the matter of when friends let you down and lessons we can learn as believers.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches a message from Psalm 16-5-11 looking at the reasons for being joyful as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. Ultimately it is knowing God as the both the source and object of our highest joy.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs delivers a message from Isaiah 59 speaking about the fact that God's arm is not shortened that it cannot save even in our day. Such is the amazing mercy and grace of God that He is able to save those that are seemingly far off from the Gospel and hear the faintest cry for deliverance.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Galatians 4-4-5 and this stunning summary which explains so much concerning the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ into the world as Saviour. He considers the time, the event, and the purpose of the incarnation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Exodus 15-11 and speaks about the need for believers to think rightly and biblically about God. If we go wrong here it impacts everything and that is one of the prevailing problems today.
Eddie Fletcher looks at this wonderful prophecy concerning the coming of Jesus Christ to be the Saviour and what it means for us.
Looking at Luke 23-42-43, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the way the dying thief is brought to trust in the Lord Jesus Christ as his Saviour in those final moments. He explains that this underlines that true salvation is a marvellous gift of God's grace and comes through Jesus Christ alone.
Mr. Eddie Fletcher continues with his series in the book of Philemon with a message entitled 'Facing the Consequences'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers Isaiah's prophecy concerning the preparation of the way of the Lord and how it points to the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. He will consider some of the ways in which the valleys need to be exalted and the mountains laid low in our lives to bring us to salvation.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the fact that the Lord's everlasting commitment to His true people and that His purposes towards them can never be thwarted.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at how after the triumphal entry, the Lord Jesus returns to the temple and cleanses it. This intervention reveals more of who He is, His holiness, His compassion and continues to fulfil Scripture.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs delivers the second part of the message entitled 'A God-Glorifying Local Church' . This is the first part of a series addressing some of the key biblical principles in the life of the church. He explains that a church taken up with the sovereign majesty of God should be marked by humility, gratitude, commitment, and holiness.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 1 Peter. The opening verses of the letter focus on the believers being elect of God and so he explores why this great truth is such a comfort for the believer.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis by looking at Genesis 42 in a message entitled 'The Awakening of the Conscience'. He looks at Joseph's dealings with his brothers and the conviction that comes to them, and then drawing out a number of Gospel applications.
This is the first in a number of messages that Pastor Jonathan Stobbs will be bringing in a series called 'Vision for PBC'. He will be looking at some of the key biblical principles in the life of the church. This message is an introduction, setting the scene, and beginning to consider why the local church must have glorifying God as its central purpose.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 1 Peter. In this message he considers why Peter begins with the doctrine of sovereign election when writing to persecuted and suffering believers. He explains why there is so much comfort in knowing that the believer was chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world.
Looking at 1 Corinthians 10-31 and other selected Scriptures, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers why the believer should have God's glory as their purpose and draws out a number of ways they can live like that.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs begins a new series in 1 Peter. This message is an introduction setting the scene for the letter and why Peter was in such a good place to write a letter about persevering under pressure and persecution.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 Kings 14, and considers the sin of Jeroboam - what it was and why it was so serious in the sight of the Lord. He will then draw out some applications concerning the terrible danger of thinking that we can come to God on our own terms or use Him for our own ends.
Beginning in Genesis 22 and Abraham's test of faith, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at some of the lessons we can learn as believers in the midst of our trials. Ultimately, they bring us to trust the Lord even in the dark times.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Psalm 16 with a message entitled 'Looking Always to Jesus' to start the new year. He considers what it means for the believer to set the Lord always before them, and in doing that to be unmoved in all the challenges and trials of this life.
To start the new year, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 Thessalonians 3 looking at one of Paul's prayers for the believers at Thessalonica and consider what was on his heart for them. He will consider how he prayed for their faith to be deepened, love to be increased, and a certain hope which leads to holiness of life.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Matthew 1-21 in a message entitled 'A Name Like No Other'. He looks at the significance of the name Jesus and what it tells us about the saving work that the Son of God came to do.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Luke 2-11 as well as other selected Scriptures in a message entitled 'A Saviour Like No Other'. He considers the sovereignty of God in bringing Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem as well as the uniqueness of Jesus as the only Saviour.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 John 5-13 in a message entitled 'How can I be sure I am a saved-' He continues to consider what a real Christian is and how we can know that we are true followers of the Lord Jesus. He considers some of the struggles that people have with assurance and how we can face those as believers by coming back to the truth of the Word of God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Luke 1-30-33 as well as other selected Scriptures in a message entitled 'A Child Like No Other'. He will consider some of the announcements about Jesus, who He is and what He had come to do. He will show why they were amazing to Mary and Joseph and should be to us.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs speaks from 2 Thessalonians 1 pointing the believer to the certain hope that is found in the second coming of Jesus. Just as He came the first time, so He will come again. He speaks of how the believer does not need to be dismayed but look to the day when they will glorify and admire the Lord Jesus Christ. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 John 5-13 and continues to consider what a real Christian is and how we can know that we are true followers of the Lord Jesus. In this text, he explores whether we can know we are Christians, whether this is something for all Christians, and the tests of faith.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis. Preaching from Genesis 41, he continues to draw out lessons from the life of Joseph looking at the way the Lord gives Joseph the insight to interpret Pharaoh's dreams and then to a position of power and prominence for God's glory. He explains how God should be first in the life of the believer and how we should trust the Lord's sovereign purposes and promises in the good times and the bad.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 2 Kings 5-1 in a message that shows how the Gospel is seen in this OT narrative of Naaman. He will consider how the Bible often uses leprosy as a picture of sin, what sin is, and the need for us to be washed in the blood of Christ to be saved.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 John 5-9-12 as he continues to consider what a real Christian is and how we can know that we are true followers of the Lord Jesus. In this text, he will explore the objective and subjective evidence that confirms who Jesus is and what He has done. It is only the person who believes in the Son, Jesus Christ, who has eternal life.
In this mid-week Bible Study, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at 2 Thessalonians 2-13-17 and explores why the Christian should have certain hope - the wonder of grace. He considers how the believer is chosen, called, given to believe, sanctified and will be glorified all because of God's gracious work. This is the foundation which gives us good hope by grace - that what God has begun in us, He will complete. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs concludes his series in 2 Timothy looking at these closing verses, v16-22. He considers how Paul testifies to the Lord being with him when he faced his trial in Rome alone. He explains how the believer can know that the Lord is with them in to strengthen them in the hour of their need. He will also look at some of the other fellow servants that Paul mentions towards the end of the lesson and what they can teach us.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 John 5-6-8 in a message entitled 'Do I believe in Jesus-' He looks at what it means to be a real Christian and explains that a true Christian will believe the testimony of God concerning Jesus Christ. He considers who Jesus is, what He came to do and how the three streams of evidence in His baptism, the cross, and the Holy Spirit confirm that He is the true and only Saviour.
Continuing in his series in Genesis, Mr. John Rubens preaches from Genesis 41 and considers how Joseph was called out from prison to interpret Pharaoh's dreams. He considers lessons we can learn from this, not least in the way that Joseph answered Pharaoh trusting the Lord and without compromise.
Preaching from 1 John 5-1, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at what it means to be a real Christian and explains that a true believer will be born again, made alive by a work of God's grace. The true Christian will also demonstrate this new birth through faith, love for God, and love for the brethren.
In this mid-week Bible Study, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Psalm 77-11-12 and explores how the Psalmist faces a very difficult and dark time in his life when he feels far away from the Lord. In this strategy for enduring through the Scriptures, the psalmist determines to remember, meditate and dwell on the Word of God which brings him back to remembering the greatness of the Lord - His refuge, strength and very present help. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Colossians 1-5. With reference to Reformation Day, he looks at the way the Gospel was rediscovered at that time and how the truth of the Gospel should impact us today. Considering Paul's opening greetings to the believers at Colossae, he looks at the power of the Gospel to change lives and the need for it to be proclaimed.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from John 17-3. With reference to Reformation Day, he looks at the way the Gospel was rediscovered at that time and how the Gospel message remains the same today. Considering the words of Jesus he explains how the Gospel is to know eternal life, the true God and to know Him through Jesus Christ alone.
In this mid-week Bible Study, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Hebrews 13-7-12 and explores where the need for the believer to keep going back to feast on grace day by day. Established hearts and strength to live for God's glory can only be found in Jesus Christ who is the same yesterday, today and forever.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-9-15 he will begin to look at the closing verses of Paul's letter to Timothy and the people that he mentions. Some are faithful companions in the cause of the Gospel, whereas there are those who have been caused him harm. Each teach us valuable lessons as we serve the Lord today.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preach fromes 1 Peter 1 and explains that for a person to be a true believer they have to be born again which is a divine work. He will also explain that genuine worship is the only response to sovereign grace.
In this mid-week Bible Study, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at 2 Corinthians 12-9-10 and explores how the believer is given strength to face the various trials that come in life. When we are weak, depending and looking to Christ, then we know His strength and power in our lives. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Galatians 6-14 and explains how the cross is the centre of the Gospel message and must also be central in the believer's walk with the Lord.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-28-35, he considers the way the Lord Jesus Christ taught that His people should be eager and ready to forgive one another where there is repentance. He explains a number of lessons from the parable, including that if we withhold forgiveness from a repentant brother or sister has serious consequences.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis. Preaching from Genesis 40 he delivers a message entitled 'Dealing with the Strange Providences of God', in which he explores the lessons we can learn from Joseph being in prison and the way he interpreted the dreams of the chief butler and chief baker.
In this Harvest Thanksgiving service, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Mark 4 in a message entitled 'Spiritual Sowing and Reaping'. He considers the way the Lord Jesus uses the picture of the physical harvest to teach spiritual truth concerning the proclamation of the Gospel and the growth of the kingdom.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. Continuing in Joshua 5 he looks at the significance of the fact that the people of Israel kept the Passover once they had crossed the Jordan. He explores the Passover was an act of obedience, remembrance and anticipation pointing to the Lord Jesus Christ - the true Passover Lamb.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-23-27 he considers the way the Lord Jesus Christ teaches that His people should be eager and ready to forgive one another where there is repentance. He explores the way the opening part of the parable of the Unforgiving Servant reveals the wonderful grace that has been extended by the Lord in forgiving the believer's vast debt of sin.
Preaching from Acts 7-51-59, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs examines the way Stephen proclaims the truth and exposes the Sanhedrin in his wonderful defence in Acts 7 and charges them with unbelief, having uncircumcised hearts and ears. From this he explains what unbelief is like and how only sovereign grace can break through to bring belief in Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. He picks up from last week's message from Joshua 5 which explained why the Lord commanded Joshua to circumcise the males after crossing the Jordan. He explains how this is a picture of mortification of sin as well as considering how the believer is circumcised in Christ - legally, spiritually, and practically through their union with Him and His death on the cross. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Mr. John Rubens preaches from 2 Corinthians 10-1-18 in a message entitled, 'Seeking the Approval of Christ'.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his regular series in Genesis with a message from Genesis 39 entitled 'Days of Testing'.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. Preaching from Joshua 5 he explains why the Lord commanded Joshua to circumcise the males after crossing the Jordan. He will consider the implications of this and how it is a picture of mortification of sin. He will begin to look at Gospel lessons from the passage mentioning the way circumcision points to the way believers are legally circumcised in Christ through their union with Him and His death on the cross.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.---We apologise for the poor sound quality on the recording.-
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-21-22, he continues to look at the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ regarding life in the family of God and considers the way believers are to be eager and ready to forgive one another where there is repentance. He will explain that if we understand how greatly we have been forgiven, we will want to forgive others.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-8, he will continue to look at Paul's summary of his life, and how he was looking to the glory to come, being with Christ, and receiving the crown of righteousness. This focus on the future helps the servants of Christ to persevere and endure in Gospel service.
Mr. John Rubens preaches from 2 Corinthians 10-1-5 in a message entitled 'Godly Activity'. He draws lessons from Paul's exhortation towards the end of the letter challenging the believer to live godly according to the Scriptures in their lives day by day.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Ephesians 6-15 and explores how part of the spiritual battle is to be ready to move, proclaim the Gospel of peace. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-7-8, he will continue to look at Paul's summary of his life, and how he was able to say that he had fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. He will look at a number of principles that will help the believer to end well.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-15-20, he will continue to look at the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ regarding dealing with a sinning brother or sister in the family of God. He will look at the authority the church has to do this and how it honours the Lord when done in accordance with His Word.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. Preaching from Joshua 4 he looks at the significance of the stones of remembrance set up following the crossing of the Jordan. He draws out a number of practical lessons from the passage including the importance of believers making sure that they do not neglect remembering the wonderful works of God in salvation and providence. --Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-6-8, he will begin to look at Paul's summary of his life, what it meant for him to be poured out in service of Christ and the Gospel, and how he was ready to be with Christ. He will mention the glorious hope of the believer and how death is a departure for glory.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-15-20 he continues to look at the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ regarding dealing with a sinning brother or sister in the family of God. He explains the process of discipline from private correction through to putting someone out of fellowship.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. Preaching from Joshua 4 he looks at the significance of the memorials that God commanded Joshua and the children of Israel to set up following the crossing of the Jordan. He also considers the Gospel applications that can be seen in the passage.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy preaching from 2 Timothy 4-4-5. He looks at Paul's exhortation to Timothy to pursue excellence in the ministry and what faithful ministry looks like. He will also consider what it is to be called to the public ministry of the Word and how Gospel proclamation is vital.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew preaching from Matthew 18-15-20. He begins to look at the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ regarding dealing with a sinning brother or sister in the family of God. He explains how the Lord is concerned for the holiness of His people and the purity of His church and how His people must be as well.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at Hebrews 6-10 and explores how the believer's love for God should show itself in love for others. When we serve because we love His name, want Him to be glorified, in His strength - He sees and He will never forget.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-3-5a he looks at Paul's exhortation to Timothy to pursue excellence in the ministry rather than success. Why- The time will come when people will not listen to sound biblical teaching.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 18-10-14 he looks at the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ regarding the way each believer is loved by God and how this love is then to be demonstrated between believers as God's family.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his mid-week series in Joshua. Preaching from the end of Joshua 3 he looks at the miracle of the crossing and then concludes with some practical lessons that the believer can learn from this miracle.--Intro music used with kind permission from WSR.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis. Preaching from Genesis 37, he looks at the Lord's sovereign choice of Jacob before looking at the opening of the account of Joseph.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in Matthew's Gospel, preaching from Matthew 18-5-9. He looks at the way the Lord Jesus continues to teach the disciples concerning what it is to live as a child of God. After their wrongful argument about who would be the greatest - Jesus underlines the seriousness of causing another believer to stumble into sin.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis looking at chapter 36 as well as other selected Scriptures. He considers the way Esau-Edom despised his birthright and the consequences of that.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in Matthew's Gospel. Preaching from Matthew 18-1-4 he explores the way the Lord Jesus deals with the disciples who were arguing about who would be the greatest - by pointing them back to the Gospel and showing that humility is a characteristic of true conversion.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4-1-2 he considers Paul's charge to Timothy and one of the key elements of faithful Gospel ministry, a dedication to preaching the Word of God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from Matthew 17-22-27 he looks at the occasion when Jesus pays the temple tax, and draws out what this has to teach us in the way we conduct ourselves in the world. He will consider a number of issues including submission to authorities.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 Corinthians in a message entitled 'The Indispensable Need of the Spirit'. He considers how every part of Gospel ministry is in need of the indispensable agency and operations of the Spirit of God. The preacher and the hearer need the Holy Spirit to be at work if there is to be that true, lasting work through the proclamation of the Gospel.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from 1 John 5-19 in a message entitled 'The Contrast of the Kingdoms'. He considers how the world is under the sway of the wicked one, whereas the believer has been delivered from that in Christ and made a citizen of God's kingdom.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew with a message entitled 'From Failure to Faith'. Speaking from Matthew 17-14-21, he will considers the occasion when Jesus heals the boy with epilepsy following the disciples failure to do it. He looks at the lessons of faith that Jesus teaches the disciples, including the need for persistence in prayer.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy with a message entitled 'The Preacher's Solemn Charge'. Speaking from 2 Timothy 4-1-2, he will look at the seriousness of the charge given to the Gospel minister and his accountability to the head of the church, Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy with the second part of the message entitled 'The Sure Work of the Word'. Speaking from 2 Timothy 3-16-17, he looks at the sufficiency of the Scriptures to work in our lives as believers through reproof, correction and training for righteousness.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew with a message entitled 'The Cross Before the Crown''. Speaking from Matthew 17-7-13, he looks at the remarkable occasion of the Transfiguration when the Lord Jesus gives a glimpse of His glory. He explores how this is a guarantee of His second coming and an encouragement to persevere now.
This is the message from the Sunday morning service of our 219th Church Anniversary weekend. We gave thanks to God for His faithfulness to the fellowship over two centuries. Our guest preacher for the weekend was Pastor Roger Fay from Ripon, Yorkshire. In this message he considered the was the Lord Jesus Christ used the testimony of Moses as He instructed Nicodemus in the way of salvation, including the lifting of the bronze serpent and the picture it gave of the cross.
This is the message from the 219th Church Anniversary service. We gave thanks to God for His faithfulness to the fellowship over two centuries. Our guest preacher was Pastor Roger Fay from Ripon, Yorkshire. In this message he looks at the lessons we can learn from the miracle at Marah where the bitter water is made sweet after God told Moses to throw a tree into it.
This is the message from the Sunday evening service of our 219th Church Anniversary weekend. We gave thanks to God for His faithfulness to the fellowship over two centuries. Our guest preacher for the weekend was Pastor Roger Fay from Ripon, Yorkshire. In this message he considered the significance of the darkness at the cross and the cry of the Lord Jesus, drawing out implications for us.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in the book of Genesis looking at Genesis 34 and 35. He draws out important lessons from the terrible incident with Dinah and then Jacob turning to the Lord at Bethel.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in the Gospel of Matthew speaking from Matthew 17-1-6. He looks at the remarkable occasion of the Transfiguration when the Lord Jesus gives a glimpse of His glory. He will explore how this is a guarantee of His second coming.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Speaking from Matthew 16-27-28, he will look at the future hope of the return of Jesus, the Son of Man, and why it is a great comfort for the believer, but a sobering warning for the unbeliever.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in 2 Timothy with a message entitled 'The Sure Work of the Word'. Speaking from 2 Timothy 3-16-17, he will look at the way the Scriptures make us wise unto salvation and how they are essential to growing in our understanding of the truth.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy. Taking the first part of 2 Timothy 3-16, he will consider what is meant when we speak of the inspiration of the Scriptures and why we can have confidence in the Bible as the Word of God.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew looking at Matthew 16-24-27. He considers what it means to truly follow Christ by denying self, taking up your cross and obeying the Master.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Looking at Matthew 16-21-23 he will consider the occasion when Peter rebukes the Lord Jesus after He spoke of His death. He will draw out a number of lessons including the fact that there would be no salvation for sinners without the cross.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in 2 Timothy with a message entitled 'Standing for the Truth'. Looking at 2 Timothy 3-14-17 he considers some of the characteristics of those who stand strong in difficult days, including their belief in the authority and sufficiency of the Scriptures.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs preaches from Titus 3-1-8 considering how believers are to live in a hostile world. He identifies a number of lessons from the passage to remember as we seek to reach out with the Gospel.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew looking at Matthew 16-18-20. He considers a text which has been considered controversial in terms of the rock on which the church of Jesus Christ is built. He explains that the foundation of the church is Christ, that death cannot hinder His cause and that the authority of the church is the Word of God.
Mr. John Rubens continues his series in Genesis preaching from chapter 33. He considers Jacob's meeting with Esau and then their parting. He draws out lessons concerning the challenges that Christians face in living for the Lord.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues his series in Matthew's Gospel preaching from chapter 16. He will begin to look at this incredibly significant text and specifically the words of Jesus - 'I will build my church'.
Mr. John Rubens considers Jacob's encounter with God at Peniel and draws out a number of lessons.
Looking at 1 Peter 2, Mr. John Rubens considers the Chosen Stone, the Lord Jesus Christ, and His Chosen people who by grace are made living stones built up into a spiritual house.
Mr. Bosco Bukeera preaches from 1 Timothy 1-5 and examines the way sound doctrine should produce genuine, God-glorifying love and conduct in the life of the believer.
Mr. Bosco Bukeera preaches from Luke 13 considering the narrow way of salvation through Jesus Christ alone.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs looks at the centrality of the resurrection to the Gospel. Looking at what the empty tomb declares, he mentions that it confirms the Bible as the Word of God, Jesus as the Son of God, and the rescue plan of God complete.
Mr. John Rubens preaches from Luke 24 looking at the way the risen Jesus deals with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. He highlights the nearness of the Saviour and the centrality of the Scriptures.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the triumphal entry of the Lord Jesus Christ into Jerusalem and the fulfilment of the messianic prophecy in Zechariah 9.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the exhortation in Hebrews 12-25 - 'See that you do not refuse Him who speaks'. Drawing out a number of lessons, he emphasis that this Gospel is God speaking and worthy of our urgent consideration.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers Paul's exhortations to the believer to seek those things above which will have a direct impact on how they live their life for God's glory now. The believer can only do that by looking to Christ and their union with Him.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in Matthew with a message entitled 'The Defining Question'. Looking at Matthew 16-13-17, he considers the defining question that Jesus asks the disciples - 'who do you say that I am-' The true believer says with Peter - 'You are the Christ, the Son of the living God'.
Preaching from Romans 8, Pastor Jonathan Stobbs considers the way that in Christ the believer is given all that they need to persevere in this life which is full of trouble, and how by grace they will be granted to overcome.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew with a message entitled 'Grace to See' -Matthew 16-5-12-. By looking at the way the Lord deals with the disciples in the passage, he draws out a number of characteristics of those who have been given spiritual sight because of their relationship with the Saviour.
Mr. John Rubens continues in his series in Genesis with a message entitled 'Jacob and the Great Escape'. He looks at the occasion when Jacob flees Laban and the fallout from that including a number of lessons which emphasise the constant need for God's grace.
Pastor Jonathan Stobbs continues in his series in the Gospel of Matthew. Preaching from the opening verses of chapter 16, he considers the occasion when the Pharisees and Sadducees together confront the Lord Jesus Christ and once again He exposes the darkness of their hearts. Pastor Stobbs will be looking at the truth that everyone is spiritually blind until the intervention of sovereign grace.