LCPC: Recent Episodes
London City Presbyterian Church
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on 1 Samuel 6, where we see more of the splendour of the holiness of God. In this chapter, the Philistines plan to send the Ark away with 'golden guilt offerings' in the attempt to divert the wrath of God.
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 14: 43-52, where even in the darkness of Gethsemane, the light of God shines and we are shown more about the Lord of glory.
Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in 1 Samuel, tonight, focusing on Chapter 5.
In this chapter, Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Jesus going through adversity and how we see a glimpse of the heart of Christ.
One of our elders, Mr Gabriel Amorim, preaches on Hebrews 8:6 - 9:14, where we consider the elements that make the covenant with the Lord Jesus a 'better deal' for us as Christians.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in Mark. In this passage, we see how we do fail as Christians but thankfully we also see the good news; that our salvation is not dependant on our spiritual successes, but on Jesus Christ alone.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in 1 Samuel, this week focusing on 4:1b-22.
Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in Mark. Today, we consider the truths about the Lords table, focusing on chapter 14:12-15.
Today we live in a time of spiritual decline, which raises an interesting question; is this trend irreversible? Can it be halted or is it unstoppable? Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in 1 Samuel, this week focusing on 3:1-4:1.
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 14:1-11 where we see Mark interrupting the account of the plot to kill Jesus to tell the story of the anointing of Jesus. This points us to one of the main themes of this passage; faithfulness and discipleship.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in 1 Samuel, this week focusing on 13:28-37.
Guest preacher Rev Alasdair MacAulay preaches on the ultimate marriage between Christ and His bride - the church - in Ephesians 5.
Guest preacher Rev Alasdair MacAulay preaches on Galatians 2, focusing particularly on verse 20. We learn about the unity that exists between the Christian believer and Christ.
One of our elders, Mr Gabriel Amorim preaches on Hebrew 6, covering the topic of 'Encouragement for the Road'.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in 1 Samuel, this week focusing on Chapter 2.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in 1 Samuel. Here we see Hannah, having handed over her only son to Temple service, rejoicing and praying with joy. We learn what it is about God that can make Hannah so joyful, and how we can find joy too.
At times in the Christian life, we can sometimes ask God 'why is this happening to me?' Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 13:14-12 where God gives us a number of truths to remember during this time.
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson starts our sermon series in Samuel. We begin with the story of Hannah and learn three points; we are to prayerful, faithful and grateful.
The Christian life isn't easy. Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 13:1-13 where we see Jesus giving his disciples realistic expectations on what to expect as a follower of Christ.
Guest preacher, Manuel Franco, preaches on the Christian race, focusing on 4 key points: 1. Is it a race we must run? 2. Witnesses' to the race 3. How should we run this race? 4. The Supreme example
Rev Andy Pearson asks the question 'What does it really mean to be a Christian and live out life as a Christian today?'
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on the song/poem found in Isaiah 53. Tonight, we look at the concluding scene of Isaiah 53 in verses 10-12, where God promises to send His servant, to die in our place.
This Easter Sunday, Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in Mark focussing on chapter 12:13-17, where we look at the resurrection of Christ and also where we see Christ ridiculed for His belief in life after death.
One of our elders, Adam De Jong preaches on 2 Chronicles 21-24, preaching on Joash’s life.
One of our elders, Adam De Jong, preaches on Daniel 3, focusing on verse 16-18, on the belief in God and how this shapes our lives.
Rev Andy looks at the authorship, purpose & themes of Ecclesiastes, which is key, critical to understanding Ecclesiastes it is important for your life as we will be granted a bigger view of God and how we must obey what he says to us in his Holy word.
Exploring in the book of Mark three main points to reveal Jesus' identity as the son of God
Do we consider our own mortality? In this passage in Ecclesiastes, King Solomon points to our own death to motivate us, as Christians, in how we should live for God and honour Him in all that we do.
In this passage, Rev Andy Pearson preaches on how we see the approach to Jesus changing throughout this portion of Mark's gospel. He focuses on what this means for how we pray and change our own approach to God in prayer.
Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in Ecclesiastes. In this passage, King Solomon is encouraging us to be wise in specific areas of our lives as children of God.
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 11:1-3, where we see a lot of the Old Testament promises being fulfilled. We learn about Jesus as a person, his purpose and the fundamental question...
What would you differently today if you knew that Christ was coming? Guest Preacher, Benjamin Wilks, considers this as he preaches on the two parables (the Parable of the Servant and the Parable of the Ten Virgins) found in Matthew 24:36-25:13.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in Ecclesiastes. Sometimes we struggle to be joyful at our circumstances of our lives. Real satisfaction can be found in the true joy of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in Mark. In this sermon he focusses on Mark 10:46-52, where the blind beggar Bartimaeus is healed by this faith in Jesus.
What is a 'Godly' response to corrupt political rule? Rev Andy Pearson explores the practical teaching and instruction in this passage which shows us how we should be seeking God's glory under secular rule.
Guest Preacher, Matt Lillicrap, preaches on Philippians 1: 12-30, focusing on the phrase 'when Jesus is worth everything, His glory matters the most.'
Guest Preacher, Dr Eric Ortlund, preaches on 2 Samuel 12, focussing on verses 24 and 25. He explores how out of Davids 'nightmare' came the birth of Jesus & how this shows that there is no limit to the kindness and goodness of the Lord.
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson is preaching on the subject of death - the great unmentionable in the 21st century. We hear from this passage in 2 Timothy what Almighty God has to say on the subject of death, focusing on verse 10.
'What must I do to inherit eternal life?' Rev Andy Pearson preaches on how Jesus will answer this question and what five lessons that we will learn about eternal life from this passage
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson preached on John. He explores the first responses to Jesus' Crucifixion and asks what can we learn from these first responses?
This morning we are considering a familiar story in the book of Numbers. Rev Andy Pearson explores how it points to the path of life and how we can be healed from a the poison of sin that affects all of our lives.
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in Ecclesiastes, focuses on verses 15-29 of Chapter 7. This passage will bring out some challenging truths about me and you, and our relationship with the Holy, Triune God.
Guest Preacher Colin Ross looks at the overarching theme of belief and destiny, focusing on the first few verses of John 3.
This evening, Brad Bitner preaches on Psalm 14, considering the ‘fools heart’. The fool, in this Psalm, is one who says there is no God. The Psalm teaches us an lament over the fool, his heart, and what that means for God’s people.
Brad Bitner preaches on the last section of Romans 8. Here we pick up on the climax of the passage, where we learn more of the simple truth that if we are in Christ, and trust in Him, God is for us.
Rev Andy Pearson considers how life-altering truth can be found here in the Bible. He discusses what we believe about the Bible, how do we know that the Bible is true, and thirdly, in light of those first two points, what should we do with the Bible?
Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Mark 10:13-16, which potentially could be controversial. This passage will challenge the way that we act and approach life in the church.
Brad Bitner preaches on Exodus 17, where we continue to hear of Gods provision for his people.
Adam De Jong preaches on Daniel 1, where we learn who was Daniel and what is his relevance to our life today.
How do we prepare ourselves for the year ahead? Dick Haffenden preaches on Exodus 16, where we learn some useful reminders for the year ahead.
Do we class worry, anxiety as falling into sinfulness? Today, we consider the challenging statements in Matthew 6 25-33, so that we can trust more in the Lord Jesus and His amazing grace.
Today, Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Matthew 2:13-23, considering the flight of the Lord Jesus Christ to Egypt. What we will see are pointers of what was coming for this child who was born in Bethlehem, as Almighty God amongst men.
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson preaches on John 1:14 where we are exploring the reality of what happened on that first Christmas, and so that we can be reminded just why this is ‘the most wonderful time of the year!'
Rev Andy Pearson considers Luke 2:8-14, which is the first announcement of the birth of the Lord Jesus. And why there is, and there can be for you, real joy at this festive season.
As we continue our sermon series in Ecclesiastes, Rev Andy Pearson preaches on Chapter 7 where we see the goodness from God at times of great hardship.
Currently, the UK has the highest rate of divorce within the EU. How do we, as Christians, respond to this situation within society? Rev Andy Pearson continues his sermon series in Mark, focusing on God says on the subject of marriage and divorce.
The city of London is the epicenter of greed, as well as being a city of loneliness. Rev Andy Pearson continues this sermon series in Ecclesiastes where Solomon speaks to us about finance, in particular, about greed and its effect on our lives.
Rev Andy Pearson continues our sermon series on Mark, focusing on Chapter 9 where the words fit beautifully in with Jesus' theme of 'the cost of being followers of the Lord Jesus Christ - the cost of discipleship.'
How does the almighty God want us to worship him? Reverend Andy Pearson continues our sermon series and addresses three points in relation to our passage in Ecclesiastes.
How does tolerance function within the wider church? What should our attitude be to other Christian denominations? In this sermon, Reverend Andy Pearson focuses on what true discipleship entails.
Reverend Andy Pearson continues the sermon series in Ecclesiastes. Tonight the theme is loneliness and isolation, picking up on three key points; the source of isolation, the solution to isolation and the surprise about isolation.
Guest preacher, Paul Shepherd, preaches on Psalm 8 with the theme of the glory of God. Paul focuses on three key points; the glory of God is creation, in mankind and in Christ.
Reverend Andy Pearson continues our sermon series in Ecclesiastes. In tonight's passage, we read of King Solomon's recollection of the events and experiences in his life. This has much to tell us about our life here on Earth, and also life after death.
Who is the greatest person you have ever met? In this sermon, Reverend Andy Pearson addresses what God says about true greatness.
What should we be considering when we think about God? Reverend Andy Pearson preaches on the way we should approach our triune God, considering the poem and three key points regarding the sovereignty of God as the key to an enjoyable and fulfilling life.
Reverend Andy Pearson continues in our sermon series on Mark and asks us how do we access successes or failures as a church?
All scripture is special, every word and sentence is majestic – why? Because it is the word of God. Today, Reverend Andy Pearson preaches on the transfiguration of Jesus as being is one of the awe inspiring and intriguing events recorded by man.
So many people in London, and across the world dislike their job, and that can often be the case for us - the toil is beginning to take its toll.
Marks gospel splits into two similarly sized sections - the first half, which we explored earlier in the year, establishes the power and authority of Jesus. The second half, which we are beginning today, deals with the passion, suffering and death of the
Guest preacher, Rev. Chris Stead poses the question 'must all good things come to an end?' Through the sermon, he discusses three main points; the new body, the new world and a new hope.
Over the past sermon series we have seen the anticipation of a reversal of events for the Jews. In today's passage, Esther 9 and 10, Reverend Andy Pearson discusses how this ultimately leads to the greatest reversal story arc - that of Jesus.
Reverend Andy Pearson asks 'What is the most important moment in all of history?' In focusing particularly on verses 7-9, he preaches on how this chapter speaks of the silent, suffering, and perfect servant - Jesus - the one of who will bear the sins of t
Reverend Andy Pearson asks us to consider the nature of our spiritual temprement. He discusses three points relating to the theme of urgency in the passage - Urgency in Intercession, Urgency in distributing the message, and the Urgency of Joy.
Guest preacher Iver Martin preaches on John 11, focusing particularly on the miracles of Jesus.
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series on the book of Ecclesiastes. Education is, in the eyes of many people, the most important thing for humanity today. Rev Andy asks Is this truly the be all, and end all of a meaningful life?
Rev Andy Pearson continues the sermon series on the book of Esther. Rev Andy asks are we gospel thinking, gospel caring and gospel orientated children of God? We can often find ourselves thinking about worship in mechanical ways, and loosing sight of the
Mike Moore focuses on Ephesians 3, focusing on the prayer of Paul in verse 17. Unpacking the four dimensions - the height, depth, breadth and length - of the love of the Lord Jesus Christ.
The Christian life is both a battle and a banquet. Guest preacher, James Siler looks at Paul’s strategy in Corinthians 2, to fight for the hearts of the unbelievers.
Brad Bitner preaches on the second half of Hebrews chapter 2, looking closely on who Jesus is as our mediator.
Brad Bitner preaches on the first half of Hebrews chapter 2. Brad discusses the subject of distraction and humiliation. The passage calls out to us to refocus our attention squarely on the Lord Jesus, and to pay more attention to what we have heard.
Guest preacher Tim McMahon unpacks the challenging verses of Luke 12 and poses the question; how do we obey these verses today, as 21st century Christians?
Adam De Jong preaches on Gods grace in Ruth 2. Focusing on four points - redemption recognised, redemption requested, redemption reconfirmed, redemption because of the Redeemer.
How are we to work and live in the City of London, and walk with Jesus? Adam De Jong, explores the parable of the talents, in Matthew 25.
Guest preacher, Lourens du Plessis, explores the plagues of Exodus 9:13-35, unpacks what the plagues are about, and what they reveal about our patient, sovereign and merciful God.
What do we think of praise in our daily life? Can praise be a kind of 'mood music'? Adam de Jong, touches on these questions as preaches on Psalm 146.
Adam de Jong explores the two parables in Luke 14:15-24;16:14-31 and asks us how will we respond to our invitation to the Kingdom of God?
Are you struggling in your life to see any meaning or purpose? Solomon is desperately seeking purpose and meaning in life by pursuing the pleasures of life. We will learn how God wants us to live out our lives and the purpose of why we here on earth.
"Everything happens for a reason" (Oprah Winfrey) Is she right? Does everything happen for a reason? Today we will see the powerful and invisible order of God. We will see that God works all things together for those who love him.
The Enlightenment moved things away from The Bible and The Church towards human logic and thinking. Has the Enlightenment worked? When we take Almighty God out of the picture are we able to understand and answer the BIG questions? Why are we here?
What is your pressing concern right now? What is that preoccupies your thinking? We will consider what is the most important topic today, which is our relationship with Almighty God and how we stand before Almighty God today.
Guest Preacher, Colin Ross, preaches on Psalm 142 and encourages us to take our troubles to God, to bring about peaceful settlement and to strengthen our faith.
How do we deal with moments of crisis in our own lives? Rev Andy Pearson looks at how we should deal with challenges for the Christian in crisis.
Tonight we begin our sermon series on Ecclesiastes. We consider how unusual British society is in the 21st century. We live in a secular age where people have no time for religion. But, is such secular, modern thinking beyond the scope of the Bible?
Rev Andy Pearson looks at two men, Haman & Mordecai, who were locked together in a stand off, which has implications for them, and for all of the people of Israel and has much to teach us about the spiritual battle which the people of God are engaged in.
Guest preacher, Alec Stewart, looks at Mark 15-16 in how Jesus' life and ministry was the Cross and how He was destined to be the Crucified King for the salvation of His people.
Guest Preacher, Alec Stewart, looks at the passage of Mark 14, exploring the themes of the anguish of Jesus, the petition of Jesus and the victory of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Tonight, we come to the end of our sermon series in Paul’s First Letter to Timothy. In this chapter, we explore this theme of Christian living, and how we should view our finances.
One of the main themes of Esther is how Christians should live and thrive in a hostile context. We pause this morning to review how British society responds to Christianity, & how we should respond as Christians in this context of hostility to God.
Tonight, Rev Andy Pearson reminds us of the life that we are called to lead, in pursuing sanctification and holiness. This pursuit is sometimes forgotten, but is something that God calls for and demands from us, His people.
We begin a new sermon series in the book of Esther. The focus of this book is on the people of Israel who have decided to stay in the Persian province of Babylon. We indeed are strangers in a foreign land - how do we honour God in this hostile environment
Guest preacher, Dick Haffenden, preaches on the Parable of the Prodigal Son. The passage deals with the theme of parent/child relationships, looking particularly at the characters of the younger son and the Father.
What do we think of 'Doubting Thomas'? Do we feel sorry for him? Guest preacher, Adam De Jong, explores what we learn from Thomas in this passage.
Guest preacher, Brad Bitner, preaches on the good news of how God, the Father, has spoken to us, so we can know Him.
Guest preacher, Brad Bitner, explores Jesus as a merciful, High Priest and as the Son of God.
How could God love wicked sinners? Rev Andy Pearson explores three key themes of Jesus' death - it was a substitutary, an atoning and a planned death
In the life of the church we are called to be different than the individualistic nature of our society. In this passage, we are called to respect three categories of people - the widows, the elders and our masters
Rev Andy Pearson explores three main points of identity in this passage; a mistake about Jesus' identity, a declaration about Jesus' identity and finally, the prohibition about Jesus' identity.
In this letter, Paul is encouraging a paster in is instruction of the church, and how to pursue his personal love of the Lord Jesus. Rev Andy Pearson explore three points on the theme of training; the type, the method, and the value of training.
Rev Andy Pearson asks us the question, how are we responding to the Bread of Life? He covers three points; an advancement by Jesus, an abandonment by Jesus and an admonishment by Jesus.