One Hope Community Church: Recent Episodes
One Hope Community Church
Based in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, we are all about moving people in following Christ.
Come visit Sunday mornings, 10am at Scoresby Secondary College or check out ohcc.com.au
We continue our series from Proverbs and today's message looks at foolishness and How do you interact with a fool? In what ways are you and I foolish ourselves? What gospel hope is there for fools?We use readings from Proverbs 1:20-23; 9:10; 13:20; 14:7-8; 17; 15:2, 18:2; 6, Luke 12:13-21 (CSB)
A Message of hope - From the Heavens to the Heart - we look at Psalm 19 and also Colossians 3:15-17 (CSB) anothetr message in the series of Songs To Make Your Heart Sing
As we transition from our series on Relationships Redeemed to our new series we have this message of hope reflecting on True Friendship and our true friend in Jesus.... we look at some Proverbs (Proverbs 13:20, 17:17; 18:24; 22:24-25; 27:6; 27:9) and John 15:12-17
We continue our series on Relationships Redeemed and today's message looks at singlenss and marriage and how both are an equal blessing to the believer - we look at 1 Corinthians 7:25-40
We continue our series on Relationships Redeemed and we look at passages from 1 Corithians 1:3-9 as well as 1 Corinthians 7:17-24
Continuing our series in 1 Corithians and we look at the gift of marriage and how the creator designed it to be... BEAUTIFUL
we continue in our series of Relationships Redeemed - using the 1 Corinthians chapters 5 - 7 and today's message looks at 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, we consider the lies of the world related to sex and sexual sins, and we look at God's prefect design for humanity.
We continue our series on Relationships Redeemed.. and we look at how we should approach grievances with grace and love. We will use 1 Corinthians 6:1-11
We commence a new series in 1 Corinthians chapters 5 - 7... today we also look at Psalm 51:1-13 and 1 Corinthians 5:1-13.
A message from Psalm 16 'The Lord: My Cup and My Portion.' We are encouraged to run to God first and always. We need to hear this message - Psalm 16:5: 'Lord, you are my portion and my cup of blessing; you hold my future.'
We conclude our series with the glorious Easter message of the Resurrection - our Hope and Salvation for eternity.
We look at Psalm 15 and consider what our posture for worship is - what is a heart state and mind state.
Our series continues with a message of the significance of the cross in our story of redemption
we continue our series on The Kings Cross - we look at the great exchange of Barrabas for Jesus... a condemned sinner goes free and the innocent Jesus is condemned to die.
We continue our series on The King's Cross and today we look at Mark 14:50-72 and the judgement and condemnation of an innocent man - Jesus - by men. It is not about us holding on to Jesus, it is about Jesus never letting go of us.
We commence our series on Mark chapters 14 - 16 and titled The King's Cross... today's message looking at Mark 14: 1 - 11 and the extravagant offering made in worship to Jesus
Our third message and teh conclusion of this series on Resolutions that Matter - who is our neighbour and what is our calling as believers?
We continue our short series on Resolutions that Matter and we loo at teh Parable of the Rich Fool from Luke 12:13-21... we will also consider a reading from Ecclesiastes 5:10-15
The first message in a 3 part series for the New Year - The first message from Matthew 21 with a focus on verses 28 - 32... the response from each of the two sons to the Father - which one is ours? Repentance is key.
A message of promises and assurance that God is with us no matter what and he wants us to be strong and courageous with His presence.
The Soul Winning Church: A Heart for the Lost - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
Elijah: Called into the salvation story - Peter Vanderzaag by One Hope Community Church
We continue our series from Zechariah and we consider the passage from Zechariah 3:1 - 4:14
We start our series from Zechariah and we consider the passage from Zechariah 1:1 - 2:13
A message of hope and truth using passages from Ezekiel 34:11-16 (CSB) and John 10:1-21 (CSB)
The Message of the Cross: The Cross and The Church - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
The Message of the Cross: The Cross and the Holy Spirit - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
The Message of the Cross: Proclaiming the Cross - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
The Message of the Cross: Community of the Cross - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
GENERATE: Dying For Your Faith: History of the Reformation - Keith Vethaak by One Hope Community Church
We continue our series from Mark chapters 11 - 13... with a message from Mark 11:27 - 12:12, as well as Isaiah 5:1-7
We continue our serios in Mark chapters 11-13 with a message from Mark 11:12-25 and we consider the King's Wrath
A message in a series considering The King's Authority from the Gospel according to Mark chapters 11 - 13
Seeing Jesus Again - A journey back to Awe and Wonder - Michael Kuen by One Hope Community Church
A message from Exodus 14:1-31 titled Crossing Over From Death to Life - We can only cross over from death to life, because the greater Moses—Jesus Christ is the one who fights for us.
Who did Jesus come for and how did he enter into this world - his mission was alreayd evident in his birth.
The final message in our series looks at the back story of the King and the genealogy of Jesus and its significance... Matthew 1:1 - 17
We continue our advent series on Long for Jesus - The Joy of Every Longing Heart is a message based on the passages from Isaiah 40: 1-5, Luke 22: 21-40
The world is groaning and we need Jesus - this advent series consider the promise of a Saviour and we should be Longing for Jesus.
We explore the idea that Jesus is the branch of Jesse, as we approach the advent season using the text from Isaiah 11:1-9
Today's message consider the Gospel Invitation that is issued to all - our texts are Psalm 66 and Romans 1:16-17
Our final message in our series - The Fruit of the Spirit and we look at passages from Galations 5:16-24 and Matthew 4:1-11
We look at Matthew 6:19-21 and see what God has to say about Treasure on Earth and Treasure in Heaven
Bible Transforming Lives and the Bible League - Chris Waghorn by One Hope Community Church
We continue our series on the Fruit of the Spirit and we look at Gentleness with passages from Matthew 11:28-30 and James 3: 13-18.
As we continue exploring the Fruit of the Spirit we consider GOODNESS with passages from Psalm 34:1-10 and 1 Peter 3:8-17
we continue our series in the Fruit of the Spirit and this week we look at Kindness using Titus 3:3 -7 and Ephesians 2:4-10
We continue our series looking at the Fruit of the Spirit and cultivating a Christlike character, and this message considers two passages from John 14: 25 - 27 & Colossians 1: 19 - 23
We continue our series in the Fruit of the Spirit and look at JOY using passages from John 15:8-11 and John 16:20-24
We look at worship in all circumstances and God's protection and grace - through Psalm 23
We commence our new series on the Fruit of the Spirit - Cultivating a Christlike Character. This message on Love looks at Galatians 5:13-25 & 1 John 4:7-21
We consider Romans 8:5-17 and what Paul says about a Life in the Spirit as part of the DNA of a Christian
We look at the marks of a healthy church and what the Gospel says about giving in with three main points from the following passages Deuteronomy 26:1-11 & 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 & 9:6-11
The final message in the series BE THOU MY VISION with a message from Mark 10: 46-52 titled Blind Sight
Continuing our series in Mark we focus on Mark 10:32-45 and look at Jesus The Supreme Servant....
we continue our series in Mark and look at Mark 10:1-12 as well as John 4:7-14... we learn what Jesus says about marriage.
In this message we look at the passages from Joshua 9:1-15, Luke 11:1-23, and we especially look at Proverbs 3:5-6... we need to consult God more and speak to him in prayer in all circumstances
We continue our series in Mark with a message from Mark 9:42-50 titled GETTING SERIOUS ABOUT SIN
Generate: Hearing From God And Following His Call - Michael De Kretser by One Hope Community Church
We continue our series with in Mark with a message from Mark 9:30-41, “True Greatness” – looking at the Saviour’s pattern, that the way up is down, & the precious value of humble service in his name.
We continue our series in Mark - Be Thou My Vision and we look at Exodus 24:9-18 & Mark 9:2-13 with a message titled - The Glory of Jesus
Continuing our series in Mark but starting a new theme of Be Thou My Vision.. this message looks at Mark 8:31 - 9:1
A message from Number 21:6-9 preached by Keith Vethaak at a special service to commemorate his retirement after 50 years in ministry.
A message from the Book of Philemon - while only one chapter it packs a punch and addresses many issues we face today.
Easter Sunday - The Resurrection: Fact Or Fiction - Andy Buchan by One Hope Community Church
A message from Genesis 4:1-24 as we near the end of our series The First Chapters of Everything
Continuing our series on The First Chapters of Everything we trun to Genesis @: 4 - 25 and we consider the Perfect Start that was give to Humanity.
We start a new series on The First Chapters of Everything - Genesis 1 to 5... this message looks at Genesis 1:1 - 2:3 A Very Good Place to Start...
We commence a short sermon series called "Little Book Big Truth" from John's second letter (2 John). This message is titled “Walking in the Truth” and it looks at 2 John 1 - 13. Gospel-centred encouragement, the reminder to love and a warning to heed.
A message of hope from Psalm 2 - Nations and people set themselves against the LORD, but he will show them who really rules. The LORD’s anointed Son (Jesus) has been enthroned as King. This Psalm calls us to submit to His powerful rule, rather than rebel against Him. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him, worship King Jesus and help extend His Kingdom.
A final message for 2023 reflecting on our King and Saviour sent to the world to save us - Matthew 2: 13 - 23
We commence our Advent series looking at Why Jesus Came and the wonderful gift of Love and Salvation that was given to mankind. This week we look at Luke 19: 1-10
Our final message in this series - we look at 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28: “Together in Hope” – we’ll be looking into how we are called to relate in Gospel community (to leadership, to each other, and to the Lord).
Today's message looks at Psalm 4 and how despite the turmoil, we can still sleep well because of God's protection and preserving grace through Jesus Christ.
A message from 1 Peter 2:4-12 - we consider how God's at work in us as individuals and a church.. we are His work in progress.
Continuing our series in One Thessalonians - ENCOURAGED BY HOPE - We’ll discover our grief is transformed by hope. Our hope centres on the Lord Jesus and our calling is to live in the light of hope today. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 - 5 : 11
A message of family, partnership, the gospel and the call to each of us from Acts 20:1-12, 22-32
Continuing our series and today we look at 1 Thessalonians 2 : 17 - 3 : 13 and we consider the topic HOPE FOR OUR HEARTS
Continuing our serious on Our Glorious Hope by looking at 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 and considering Our Ministry of Hope
We continue our Grace Unveiled series as we look at Esther chapters 5 - 8...God's Sovereignty and me - there are 2 ways lo live and God's rescue which we need.
Continuing our series in Esther - Grace Unveiled - today we look at Esther chapter 3 & 4 with readings from Esther 3:1-6 and Esther 4:1-17... For such a time as this!
The first message in a new series in Esther (Grace Unveiled) - this week chapters 1-2, 'Living Between Two Kingdoms' - understanding our identity in Christ, our need for grace and trusting in God's sovereign purposes for us.
We look at Colossians 1:15-23 and in this message we will be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all creation and in the new creation, the sufficiency of Christ being both with us and for us, whilst also looking at how we are to continue to respond to his supremacy and sufficiency as Christians today.
Things We Dont Talk About: Is The Bible Sexist - Cameron Purse by One Hope Community Church
A massage from Romans 12:3-13 on the COMMUNITY OF GRACE part of a series on the Gospel DNA... what is church? what does it mean to be part of a church?
Continuing our series in Mark we get to Mark 7:1-23 “The Heart of the Matter is a Matter of the Heart” – religiosity and human traditions vs the real issue. Our problem is much deeper and the solution far greater!
The Ordination of Andy Buchan as the Minister of the Word and Sacraments in the Christian Reformed Churches of Australia at One Hope Community Church
A message on Mother's Day from John 20:10-18 reflecting on why women were so incredibly important to Jesus - He knows your name!
Continuing our series in Mark with a passage from Mark 4: 35 - 41 Who is this that even the wind and waves obey him?
Today's message continues our series in Mark - today Martin Park's message is titled THE LAMP, THE GROWTH AND THE SURPRISEand considers the passage from Mark 4 : 21 - 34
What does the Bible say about relationships? What is the key to healthy relationships? Who is our ultimate role model?
We continue our series in Mark - today's message is titled THE SOWER, THE SEED AND THE SOILS and we will consider Mark 4:1-20 as well as looking at Isaiah 6:1-13
Today's message is from Mark 3:7-19 on the calling of the disciples.We continue our series from Mark - Following Jesus the Servant King
Our first in the series... we tackle the topic of Addiction.. why dont we talk about, what does the Bible say about it, how do we deal wit it and how do we break out of it?
‘What Makes a Healthy Church?” from Acts 20:17-38. What does it look like to have healthy leadership modelled, together with a healthy focus and healthy fruit?
The presenting issue is keeping the Sabbath, and here Jesus exposes the real issue - an ugly, enslaving legalism which is an enemy of the gospel.Legalists think they are doing the right thing, but legalism confuses people about God, blinds them to the love of God and blocks a life-giving and grace-living relationship with God.In this message we peel back some layers and see what a restored Sabbath looks like. Along the way, we might find a few surprises, especially if you have thought of the Sabbath in terms of what you can and cannot do..
We continue looking at the gospel of Mark 2:1-17 (ESV) and we continue our series on Following Jesus the Servant King.
Today's message from Mark 1:16-45 “The King’s Authority” – looking at the calling of his first disciples, his command over evil & sickness, & his priority of preaching.
This message from Mark 1:1-15 – the greatest news ever! We’re starting into Mark properly this week as we look at this ‘momentous news’ of Jesus’ coming, in fulfilment of what was promised.
This sermon will be first in a series in Mark’s gospel, “Following Jesus, the Servant King” - Mark 10:32-45. The cross changes everything! Being discipled by Jesus means following his priorities and his servant leadership.
Todays message uses the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus from Luke 16: 19 - 31 to consider Treasuring the possession vs Possessing the true treasure.We should be good stewards of the possession of this world and use it for the poor. Because we are people who possess the true treasure, which is eternal life in Christ (And Christ himself).
The second message in our series looking at Luke 15 : 1 - 32 (CSB) - we consider the three ‘lost and found’ parables in this chapter work together to reveal God’s heart for the lost, and his desire for us to participate with him in the great story of salvation.Jesus' stories invite each of us to ask ourselves, “where am I in this story?”
The first message in a short series on parables (Stories Jesus Told). We look at Luke 12:54 – 13:9 “Time to Repent”. The headline news can be quite confronting. This time of year my news app seems to be filled with all sorts of natural disasters, along with the devastation inflicted by humanity on one another (see Luke 13:1-5). How do you and I respond to it all? The Lord Jesus wants us to recognise the times we live in and respond by turning from ourselves and our sin toward God. Gospel-grounded repentance is for life, as we discover the sweetness of the gospel more and more. This hope changes everything.
The Dawn of Redeeming Grace - Zechariah’s Song (Luke 1:57-80) with readings from Luke 1:57-80 & Revelation 22:12-17.This next original Christmas song weaves together the great themes of God’s salvation symphony, centring on the person and work of Jesus. Our rescuer has come, the light has dawned; God’s mercy is amazing. John’s task was to point to the Saviour, and that’s the same for us!
Over the next two Sundays we’ll be delving into Luke chapter 1, looking at the first ‘songs of Christmas’ in the amazing stories of Elizabeth, Mary and Zechariah. The best Christmas songs are all about the Lord Jesus, the long-promised Saviour. The story of his coming is at the centre of all our stories, where all our longings and fears find their rest in him and his saving work. You’re invited to come to him and rejoice - to receive God’s mercy, forgiveness and love found only in his Son! The light of the world has come, and darkness can never defeat it (John 1:4-5).This Sunday we look at Elizabeth and Mary's songs and consider the JOY OF EVERY LONGING HEART [1 Samuel 2:1-10, Luke 1:39-56]
A message from Philippians 3:12-14The goal of the Christian life is to know Jesus, be in awe of Jesus, be like Jesus and make Jesus known. Because Christ has made us His own.
A message from Matthew 20:1 - 16 looking at the parable of the workers in the vineyard and what it means to be working for the King
A message of God's assurnace to always be with us through the storms of life from Mark 4:35 - 41... He will never let go of us - Have Faith!
Passage: 2 Timothy 2:8 - This passage is all about a gospel focus on Jesus - who He is, what He did and why it matters for us today. 2 Timothy is Paul's parting words from prison to his friend and co-worker Timothy, passing on the baton of gospel ministry to ensure that it's remembered and proclaimed in the face of increasing opposition and threat, from within and without. We need to keep the main thing the main thing! The gospel is all about the Lord Jesus - he's our hope, our saviour & our king, come what may. See also Hebrews 12:1-3, Psalm 34:5, 2 Sam 7:12-13.
Using the text from Matthew 6:9-13 - The Lord's Prayer, Tim Meyers brings a message on God's Glory, My Life.
Ephesians 2:1-10
Why don't we go to heaven as soon as we are saved? Why does God let us stay in the world if the world hates us? The truth is, every Christian is a missionary that carries out God's missions in the world.
We look at the concept of freedom and how it's more complex than just "being able to do whatever you want". It cannot be separated from the reality of responsibility, and even when you think you're free, you're still only ever a slave to sin or a slave to God. Lastly when we embrace our spiritual freedom in Christ, we embrace the responsibility to live righteously, and we have the power to lift others out of slavery, both physical and spiritual.
This message will dive deep into an issue the Galatians had with the gospel message, which could possibly be an issue that creeps into our church contexts! For me, and I hope for you all, this message is a humbling reminder that our own best efforts do not justify us before God but rather it is through us receiving and believing in his amazing promise!
Exploring the book of Job with perspectives on God’s Justice and the call on us to simply trust in God who sees everything in a much broader perspective than us.
Our final message in our series on Our Lord's Prayer - In Our Lord’s Prayer Jesus shows us how to make God, Our Father in heaven and His Kingdom our priority. Imagine how God loves to accomplish His universal plans for His Kingdom to come through our prayers!
We continue with #7 in Our Lord’s Prayer series, Matthew 6:13, with the message title being Temptation & Deliverance. Jesus is teaching us to ask our Heavenly Father for protection against the schemes of the evil one. Temptations and testings will come our way. God tests us for good purposes. He wants to make our faith and reliance on Him stronger, giving us a resilient faith to help us step up in following Jesus and making God’s Kingdom come. Satan wants to tempt us for his evil purposes. He wants to make us stumble and fall into sin, undermine our faith in Christ, disable us in making God’s Kingdom come. In short, this petition of Our Lord’s Prayer reminds us that as Christians, Christ followers, we are engaged in physical and spiritual battles with the evil one. We are in a WAR ZONE! EVEN WHEN God tests our faith (for good) and Satan wants to snatch that opportunity to trip us up and lead us into sin, GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL! That’s WHY Jesus teaches us to pray this prayer.
Continuing our series on the Lords Prayer - Matthew 6:12 Forgiveness in Prayer and Practice.
Forgiveness is as essential to our soul’s life and health, as food is for our body. Forgiveness is a deep expression of the gospel - God is willing to cancel our debts with Him (forgive us) on the basis of Christ having paid the bill in full so that we are released and free to live for Him. A forgiving spirit is evidence of being forgiven. Jesus says, that proof of your sins being forgiven by God is evidenced by you forgiving others.
“Living Daily from God’s Hand” from Matthew 6:11 the 4th petition of the Lord’s Prayer “Give us today our daily bread”.
You will see the connection between the LORD providing for His people is the desert after their rescue from Egypt. It was a daily provision in their walk with the Lord as He was also walking with them and among them. It was a living out of “I will be your God and you will be my people”, which is an oft repeated statement in Scripture expressing Yahweh’s covenant relationship with His people. Even when Israel complained the LORD still provided.
Our fourth message in this series using Matthew 6:10b we consider what it looks like to actively seek God's Will for our lives through prayer
Richard Boonstra from Prison Fellowship Australia shares a message titled - The Harvest. His text is John 4: 34 - 38 - Jesus calls us to step up and step out and join Him in reaching out to the world with the good news of salvation and restoration. This is something we can't do alone; it is done in partnership.
We continue our series on looking at The Lord's Prayer and this week using Matthew 13:31-33 we look at Thy Kingdom Come. "The Kingdom of God is God’s rule, over God’s people, in God’s place.” 1. The Coming of God’s Kingdom is Desirable 2. The Coming of God’s Kingdom is Difficult 3. The Coming of God’s Kingdom is Definite
The second in Our Lord’s Prayer series is entitled Praying to Keep God’s Name Holy, from Matthew 6:9b. What does Jesus mean in teaching us to pray for God’s Name to be hallowed? Jesus doesn’t teach us to pray “Hallowed IS Your Name” but “Hallowed BE Your Name”. We will look at a Balconeer vs a Traveller (Spectator vs one on a Journey to holiness) from JI Packer’s "Knowing God”. § It’s when our personal and corporate (church) holiness REFLECTS GOD’S HOLINESS MORE AND MORE. When God’s name is revered, honoured and praised (Matt.5:16). § That’s already happening in Heaven. § Jesus teaches us to pray that it may happen more and more on earth.
We start a new series on Our Lord's Prayer - we will look at Matthew and Luke and how Jesus teaches us that God is as close as a loving, adoptive Father. At the same time, He powerfully rules the universe from His throne-room in heaven. Hopefully with an enlarged view of God our Father, we learn to pray bigger prayers!
Pastor Andrew's farewell message as he steps down from his role as pastor of One Hope and moves to Western Australia.. The generations will be discipled by someone or something. It must be us, so all we DO and SAY is important.
We are positioning a generation to continue the building of God's Kingdom, for His glory. Can there be a greater task.
We look at Leadership for God's People through three points:
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Full of the Holy Spirit and Wisdom: - The spirit filled 7 Scripture: Acts 6:1-7 - might need 2 slides?
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Influencing people to positive action for God: - Mordecai Scripture: Esther 4:12-15
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Investing in developing God given gifts – Priscilla & Aquila Scripture: Acts 18:24-26 then add to the slide?: Romans 16:3-5a
Our final message in our series from Ephesians - We look at Standing Firm using the passage Ephesians 6 : 10 - 24
Our Good Friday and Easter messages focus on The Price paid to secure the incredible Prizes for us to live in eternity.
Our Good Friday and Easter messages focus on The Price paid to secure the incredible Prizes for us to live in eternity.
This week our series in Ephesians continues with Ephesians 4 : 17 - 32 and we consider the new life we have in Christ.
Our series on Ephesians moves to Ephesians : 4 : 1 - 16 and we look at the Unity we have in the body because of Christ.
Continuing our series in Ephesians with a message from Ephesians 3:1-21... Paul's writes of God's promise to: • Strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being • Dwell in your hearts through faith • Help you ‘comprehend’ (GET) his all-encompassing love • Fill you with ALL the fullness of God
Continuing our series in Ephesians, this message is looking at the ‘horizontal’ aspect of the cross, how Jesus dies to bring us together, “creating in himself one new man in the place of two” (Eph. 2:15). And as we are brought together, Jesus holds us together and grows us into “a holy temple… a dwelling place for God” (Eph 2:21-22). So will be a big focus on the church and how we are not just saved from sin, but also saved into a family.
Continuing our series on Ephesians - today looking at a powerful word from Ephesians 2 : 1 - 10 ... BUT GOD...!
We read Job 23:8-10 and we see the story of Job, talking about the normality of interruptions when we live a life following God. When we face interruptions it is crucial not to linger in the ''why'' but rather focus on ''how we can serve God in our current situation''. We will see the parallel from Job to Jesus and how they both suffered things that was not a product of their righteousness.
We continue our series in Ephesians with the text from Ephesians 1 : 15 - 23... Through Christ we might know: The hope of our calling The riches of God’s inheritance in the saints (us) The immeasurable greatness of His power in us
Today we take a look at various texts in Proverbs - Proverbs 14:29; 15:1,18; 16:32; 19:11; 30:33
Proverbs teaches us how to live well in God’s world. Most people you talk to, want to live well. Do YOU want to live well? Listen to God! Today we are looking at what God’s Word in Proverbs says about Wise Temperament, especially viewing ANGER and PATIENCE.
Starting a series in Ephesians with a message to give us context and how blessed we are from Ephesians 1: 1 - 14.
Our identity and unity as the Body of Christ a message of hope and promise based on the texts from Matthew 28 : 16 - 20 and 1 Peter 2 : 9 - 12
A message to lead us into the New Year using the texts Isaiah 43 : 14 – 21 and Isaiah 61 : 1 - 3
A message from Philippians 3:12-17 a text that calls us to persist in Christ until salvation is attained at glorification.
This message is a New Year's message that teaches that Growing as a Christian means making Christ the goal of every day.
On this last Sunday of the year we reflect on a faithful God and His blessings bestowed on us... our readings are from Isaiah 12:1-6 & Lamentations 3:22-24
A Christmas message - Immanuel - God with us! Readings Isaiah 7:10-16 & Matt 1:18-2 - God is with us and He is the reason we can have Love, Joy, Peace and Hope.
The first in our Advent Series - Hope Isaiah 9 : 6 – 7, Jeremiah 33 : 14 – 16, 1 Peter 1 : 3 - 9
Closing out our Uniquely Reformed series with text from Psalm 86 : 8 - 13 and Romans 11 : 33 - 36
Another message in our Uniquely Reformed series - this week looking at The Preservation of Saints using the text from John 10 : 11 - 30
Continuing with our series on Uniquely Reformed and looking at the Reformed Distinctives - this message uses the text from Romans 8 : 29 - 9 : 24 and considers aspects of Unconditional (sovereign) Election and Limited (definite) Atonement
We continue our series on "Uniquely Reformed" and the Reformed Distinctives... today's message will use the text from Matthew 25 : 31 - 46, to consider the doctrine of hell and how we can know God's immense love for us when we understand what hell is.
Continuing our Uniquely Reformed series - a look at the Reformed Distinctives - this message uses text from John 6:35-47 to look at Irresistible Grace, following on from Total Depravity.
Continuing our series on Uniquely Reformed and today we focus on Total Depravity using text from Romans 3 ; 10 - 20
We begin a series on who we are as a church and what does it mean to be Reformed - Uniquely Reformed... today we look at Denominations and what are they? What are our distinctions... we will consider the passages Romans 12:3-8, Ephesians 4:1-7
A message of Hope reflecting on God's goodness and his promise to be our Strength and Safe-Harbour in times of testing and trouble.... Psalm 46
Our final message in this 3 sermon series on Partnership - the church as a place for Growing, Giving and Going... Today we use the texts from Matthew 28 ; 16 - 20, Mark 16 : 15 and Acts 1 : 8 to consider the GOING aspect of Partnership
Continuing to look at Partnership in the Body of Christ and using the text from Romans 12: 1-8 we consider the partnership aspect of Giving.
We take a look at what Partnership means especially at One Hope Community Church and we use the text from Ephesians 4 : 1 - 16. This message looks at Partnership as a Place for Growing. We will also look at Giving and Going, over the next couple of weeks.
Our speaker for today is David King - youth worker from Casey CRC who will be speaking on CONFORM OR COMPROMISE by exploring the passages from Daniel 3 : 1 – 20 and Psalm 3 : 1 - 8... God is with us in the fire!
A message titled - The Women's Commission - looking at Matthew 28:1 - 10 we learn about sharing the good news and how we can have courage to do that in our daily lives.
Our final message in teh series on 11 Peter - YOU ARE GOD'S PEOPLE today focusing on 1 Peter 5:1-11
We continue our series from 1 Peter and this week look at 1 Peter 3 & 4 and we consider the Word on God's People and Suffering
Continuing our series on 1 Peter and what it means to be God's People here on earth - we consider being submissive and serving with the test from 1 Peter 2: 11- 24
We continue our short series from 1 Peter - You Are God's People and this message focuses on the text from 1 Peter 2: 4 - 10 and considers the Word that we are Built Together for a Purpose.
We continue our series - You are God's People - this week we look at the text from 1 Peter 1 : 13 - 2 : 3 and consider our being called to holiness.
We start a new series on 1 Peter focusing on the truth that we are God's People - today's message is using the text 1 Peter 1:1-12 and considering our Living Hope
Continuing our series on the Apostle's Creed - I Believe in the forgiveness of sins.... we will use the Text: Psalm 103 : 1 - 14, Matthew 18 : 21 - 35
Continuing our series I Believe on the Apostle's Creed - this week we consider the line - "I believe in the holy catholic church, the communion of saints." Our text is from 1 Peter 2 : 9 - 10, Philippians 2 : 1 - 11
We continue our series on the Apostle's Creed - I Believe and today look at the line... I believe in the Holy Spirit using the text from Ephesians 1 : 1 - 14
We continue our series - I Believe - looking at the Apostles Creed and using the text: Mark 16 : 1 - 8, we explore the line - On the third day he rose again....
We continue our series I BELIEVE - focusing on the Apostle's Creed this message considers the line, "I believe in the virgin birth" using the texts Matthew 1 : 18 - 25 and Luke 1 : 26 - 38
Pastor Andrew kicks off a new series on I BELIEVE - studying the Apostles Creed and what it means for us as a Statement of Belief.
Text: Isaiah 44 : 6 - 8, John 1 : 1 - 3
Message from 2 Timothy 1 : 1 – 7, 2 Timothy 2 : 1 - 7 talking about Equipping and Sending on the occasion of the Farewell Service for our Youth & Young Adults Pastor - Joel Poppenbeck
We celebrate Christmas Day by looking at Luke 2 and the birth of Jesus, which leads us to peace because there is fulfilment, forgiveness, and a future that is secured!
We continue our advent series by looking at Hope! Joel takes us through Hebrews 3 which encourages us to consider Jesus, remember our shared future, and hold onto hope & let go of fear!
On our first Sunday back in-person we focus on the love of God as part of our advent theme, while celebrating together the baptism of Elisha! Ps Andrew unpacks the Scriptures to show how 'this love' of God is different!
This year our annual Kids Christmas Service took place online but it was super special! During it, Scott shared about Joy and how it is something we choose by looking to Jesus!
We head live as Ps Andrew continues our God Is series, focusing on the steadfast and abundant love of God! We sweep through the Old Testament, with a key stop in Micah, to see the magnitude of God's love, ultimately seen in Jesus and His atoning sacrificial death.
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We continue exploring some of the attributes of God as this week we hear the great news that our God is slow to anger! Glenn takes us through the Bible to see how God being slow to anger is good for us.
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We continue our God Is series, this week focusing on God's grace. Joel takes us through the Old Testament use of the word, showing how it ultimately leads us to Jesus and impacts our lives, both now and eternally.
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We kick off our new series, 'God Is', as Ps Andrew will explores the context of Exodus 34, showing us how 'God is Compassionate', leading us into Lord's Supper.
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As we continue through this season rocked by Covid-19, political struggle and the challenges of lockdown, Ps Andrew will shares on how we can respond in love in these times. We see the importance of love that can't be locked-down or legislated against!
We look at Hebrews 2 as Joel preaches on 'The Danger of Drifting'. We are warned of the tendency in our hearts to drift, encouraged to be in relationship with Jesus and pay close attention to Him.
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We are joined by guest preacher, Bill Bosker, who preaches an encouraging message on 'Investing in God's Kingdom'. We look at numerous passages from 1 Chronicles 29 to Matthew 6, Psalm 24 to 2 Corinthians 9.
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We join with churches around the world in Freedom Sunday, learning how slavery still exists, how God is calling the church to do justice, and how IJM are working in this space. David Groenenboom, the Senior Manager of Church Partnerships for IJM, speaks on 2 Kings 4 and how God can miraculously work and provide through the church to bring justice.
This week we wrap up our Psalms series as Ps Andrew speaks on Psalm 7. We lean into the challenging text that reveals God as a righteous judge. But through Jesus, we can find refuge in this truth, knowing that we are saved through His grace.
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Join us as Ps Andrew continues our series through the Psalms, as we look at Psalm 6, seeing how David turns to God in the dark night of the soul, finding hope and comfort in the grace and love of God.
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We continue our series through the Psalms, as Joel preaches on David's prayer from Psalm 5. We learn from how David prays, why he prays, and what he prays for, while finding hope and assurance in the divine promise at the end.
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We celebrate Father's Day and continue our series in the Psalms! Glenn preaches from Psalm 4, asking what keeps us up at night and how do we find rest and peace!
We welcome guest preacher Reuben Capill, who shares an encouraging message with us from Psalm 29. We see how God is both over the chaos, and in the chaos.
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We continue our series looking at The Psalms. This week explore Psalm 3 as Ps Andrew unpacks David's dread, declaration, and deliverance! An encouraging and practical message of hope in a difficult time.
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We continue with Psalm 2, as Ps Andrew shares about the blessing found in the King. The passage shows us how we don't like rulers, but this ruler is different, and we are called to be wise and take refuge in Him.
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We kick-off our new series on God Our Refuge, working through the first 7 Psalms. Ps Joel shares an encouraging and challenging message reflecting on the warning, invitation and promise of Psalm 1!
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Join us as we reflect on when God speaks, how we are to discern that message, obey His call, and share His goodness! Peter Vanderzaag shares an encouraging testimony and message from 2 Kings 7 and we pray you would know God more through this service!
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Join as we reflect on the nature of our God, who is a steadfast and trustworthy anchor, supreme to all else! Ps Andrew encourages us from Hebrews 4 to look to Jesus, holding fast to Him who knows our situation, and drawing near to find what we need.
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Be encouraged as we discover more about who the Holy Spirit is and what He does. Shane de Kretser preaches from John 14, calling us to go deeper in knowing Jesus, obeying Him, and giving Him all glory!
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We finish off our series in Philippians as Ps Joel takes us through the last chapter. We are encouraged to be content in all things through Christ, learning this way of contentment, and being a loving church in to help us in that.
We continue our series through Philippians, as Ps Andrew takes us through the first half of chapter 4. We dive into the practical instructions from Paul, and see how they encourage us, and makes it possible, to live out the good news of great joy.
We celebrate a special kids service, as Scott explores the themes of transcendence and hope based on Philippians 3. An encouraging message, full of pop-culture references and Scriptures, teaching us to look forward to heaven.
We welcome guest preacher, Ps Keith Vethaak, who encourages us with the gospel and how it changes the way that we live. We look at Luke 9 and get some further context from 2 Kings 1, so see that Jesus and his followers are to operate in a different spirit, one of love, forgiveness, and grace.
We continue working through Philippians, as Ps Andrew takes us through the third chapter. We are encouraged to draw our confidence and assurance from Christ alone, as well as press on in our life-long pursuit of Jesus as current citizens of heaven!
We continue working through Philippians, as Ps Glenn takes us through the second chapter. We focus on the example of Jesus, as well as the examples of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus and are encouraged to shine like stars amongst our dark world.
This week we continue working through the book of Philippians, as Ps Andrew preaches on the rest of chapter 1. We are challenged and encouraged to live lives worthy of the gospel, bearing the privileges and responsibilities of heavenly citizenship.
This week we start a new series working through the book of Philippians. As we open up chapter 1, Ps Joel shows how the confidence Paul has in the gospel, as well as his partnership with the Philippian church, leads to great joy.
This week we have Ps Bill Bosker sharing with us on the resurrection from the dead, and the hope that comes from knowing the truth. We will be looking at 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 and casting our eyes not just to the future, but also to Jesus, to see what transformation awaits us.
As we celebrate and remember Mother's Day, Ps Andrew takes us through Lamentations 3 to see how we can have hope in the difficulty of life. We call to mind and remember the steadfast love of the Lord, His unending mercy, and know He is our portion.
We spend some time chatting with Luke & Agnes, who have been serving in Uganda as missionaries. Focused on discipling young people, they have established Youth Support Uganda and work closely with HopeBuilders International. Hear about their testimony, heart for mission, and how God is working in and through them.
We wrap up our series on the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. This week we focus on John 15, as Ps Joel leads us to focus ourselves on Jesus, the True Vine. We are invited to abide in Him, bear fruit, and call on Him each day.
We continue our series, looking through the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. This week we focus on John 14, as Ps Andrew leads us to focus ourselves on Jesus, the Way, the Truth, the Life, at the exclusion of all others!
We celebrate Easter Sunday by continuing our series, looking through the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. For Easter Sunday we focus on John 11, as Ps Andrew leads us to see Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life!
We continue our series, looking through the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. This week we focus on John 10, as Ps Joel explains the claim of Jesus to our Good Shepherd and Door in the light of Good Friday.
We continue our series, looking through the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. This week we focus on John 8, as Ps Glenn explains the claim of Jesus to be 'the light of the world'.
We begin our new series, looking through the 'I Am' statements in the book of John. Today we start with John 6, as Joel explains the claim of Jesus to be 'the bread of life'.
On our first Sunday not meeting together physically, Pastor Andrew encourages us to be the people of God by loving our neighbour and knowing His love.
We wrap up our series on King Hezekiah by looking at the end of his life, where he falls into pride and learn how to keep seeking renewal for all our days.
We look at King Hezekiah, and the test that he faces with the invasion of Assyria. We learn from the responses of the people and the king, giving insight to how we respond to different tests and trials in our lives.
We look at 2 Chronicles 30, and see how Hezekiah took the spiritual revival and made physical reform to make sure it continued. We learn what it means to be the people of God, who are generous and ready to serve God!
We kick-off our new series, looking at King Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 29. We look at renewal, becoming more and more the people that God has designed and called us to be. In this story, we discover some key initial steps: 1. Recognise the decline 2. Repentance = cleanse + consecrate 3. Ready to renew
We look at what it means to be blessed, and how we get there, by focusing on Psalm 1. In the end, we move towards Jesus, trusting His Word & way of life, and not go the way of the world.
As we head into a new year and reflect on our hopes & dreams to grow and change, Andrew challenges us to consider 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, and how we resolve to live lives for God's glory, not our own.
If Jesus didn't rise from the dead, then our faith is futile. Bill Bosker takes us through 1 Corinthians 15:12-34, which fill us with confidence and assurance in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus, all central to our strong hope.
Often a new year carries much excitement, but also a fair bit of nerves. Glenn takes us through Matthew 6, and how we can trust in our heavenly Father as we head into a new year, and not be filled with worry.
We celebrate Christmas Day by focusing on the gift of Jesus Christ, the one we have truly been waiting for! We read from John 1 and explore what it means to anticipate and receive the Gift of all Gifts!
We are all waiting for something. Even in faith, we find ourselves waiting for God to fulfil His promises and ultimately waiting for Jesus to return, ending all sin & suffering, ushering in His complete perfection. So the big question: how do we wait faithfully? We look at Luke 2, to the example of Simeon & Anna, and see how we can wait faithfully for our coming King.
In the Old Testament, we see God promise a Messiah, and then go years and years without talking to His people through the prophets. What do we do when God seems silent? Andrew takes us through the Bible, and encourages us hold on to the truth even when God seems silent.
We celebrate a special service, as our Children's Ministry lead us in different songs, activities, readings, reflections, dramas, and videos! Glenn brings it all together, exploring the gifts that the wise men bring to Jesus, and what they mean for us today.
We kick off our advent series, looking at the end of the Old Testament narrative, exploring the state of exile. We are reminded that though we are in exile, the King still lives, which gives us hope of return to God's perfect Kingdom.
An encouraging message from Ecclesiastes 3, as one of our elders, John Schout, shares on God's faithfulness through all seasons, and how we can worship Him always.
We are joined by guest preacher, Timothy Wood, who shares from Colossians 2:16-23. We are exhorted to not let crazy talk or experiences shake our Christian identity, sever our Christian joy or steal our Christian power!
We wrap our series on 2 Timothy, by looking at some of the final words of Paul, who testifies to the Lord standing by him and strengthening him so that the gospel would be proclaimed, as well as hearing some spontaneous testimonies from those in our congregation.
We continue looking at 2 Timothy and seeing how the Word is vital in our lives, particularly in our difficult days. It is our standard and authority, while also leading us to Jesus and His way of life.
As we continue in 2 Timothy, we look at how we are called to a live of godliness in our difficult, godless days. These words from Paul include exhortation to train and put in the work, with a warning against false teachers. In the end, we rely on God's faithfulness to transform us completely.
We welcome guest preacher, Josh Meinsma, who speaks from Deuteronomy 6:1-9. We hear how we are empowered to gospel loving and living because of God’s everlasting commitment to his covenant promises that last from one generation to the next.
We continue our series through Timothy, as Andrew shares a message from 2 Timothy 1:6-14. We are encouraged to 'fan into flame' the gift of God, while being faithful and faith-filled by His Spirit.
A wonderful Sunday as Rubin & Ryley both publicly professed their faith and we started a new series on 2 Timothy! Looking at the first five verses, we see how Paul encourages Timothy despite the difficult days they are in.
On a special Sunday, where Peyton & Francis professed their faith, Andrew shares a message from Mark 3:31-35, highlighting how salvation isn't just about being saved from sin but also being saved into a family.
One of our elders, Joel Arnold, shares an encouraging and challenging message from Ezekiel 34:11-24. We see how God is our holy Shepherd, meaning He judges and protects, while also seeking out and saving the lost.
We celebrate Father's Day together, as Joel takes us through Matthew 6:25-34, where Jesus urges us to not be anxious in light of who our heavenly Father is!
This Sunday, we looked at Acts 2:42-47, as Glenn Dekker went through each line, giving a compelling vision for the church community. Glenn is currently heading up a missional community, and shares his insights, challenges and what it means for all of us.
We continue our Greater series with our youth & young adults by focusing on Work. Priscilla shares a biblical overview of the nature of work, and what this means for our day-to-day lives.
We welcome guest preacher, Timothy Meyers, principal of Melbourne School of Theology, who shares from Ephesians 3:14-21 about how we hold on under pressure. The answer is all beneath the water line, what is our hearts.
We wrap our series in Romans by looking at the end of Romans 8. By focusing on the work of the Spirit, the future hope we have and the power of God, we are assured of His love & grace, giving us all we need to move forward!
We get into some practical implications of Romans, as Joel unpacks our struggle with sin (chapter 7) & walking with the Spirit (chapter 8). We are reminded of the danger of sin, but encouraged to walk into life through the Spirit of God that dwells within us.
This Sunday we look at Romans 6, looking at our new identity now in Christ; we are dead to sin and raised to new life! Therefore we have a new master, and this completely changes how we live out this life and gives us hope for eternity.
Diving deeper into our Greater theme and seeing how our 'Hands' are an integral part of growing a greater relationship with Jesus. We look at the story of Moses, and how God uses what was in his hands, not just for His plan & purposes, but also so Moses could know God more!
We continue our series on Romans and the Power of the Gospel. In Chapter 5 we are reminded that we have peace with God, which totally changes our battle with sin and suffering.
This week we unpack Romans 4, looking at the example of Abraham and what his life of faith means for us. Paul makes it clear that salvation is for Jew & Gentile, and that God is able to do abundantly more than we think or imagine!
Life is hard sometimes. We all go through trying and testing times, and most of us will go through a few periods of extreme distress in our lives. When this happens we start asking a number of questions: Where is God? What is He doing? is He in control? Does He still love me? What is the purpose of my suffering? James 1:1-18 gives us a glimpse into God's heart during our trouble and it gives us the strength to persevere when trials come.
This week we get stuck into the good news, the righteousness of God that is revealed. Breaking down the passage, we focus on the big, key words that many of us have heard a lot, but lose their significance. We explore what it means to be justified, redeemed and atoned for.
After introducing the good news, Romans get straight into the bad news: the wrath of God is revealed against all ungodliness. We look at what this means, how God does wrath right and in the end, it is a good thing that evil is dealt with.
We begin our series on Romans, as Glenn takes us through Romans 1:1-17. We see how the gospel has power to save, removing our sin and shame and giving us a whole new life of joy and peace, as we move into right relationship with God.
We continue our series on 'Greater', working through the HEAD | HEART | HANDS. Dani takes through the heart, and how a pure heart leads to a greater connection to God and living out His Kingdom.
Romans 6:14-23 | With Christ's sacrifice on the cross done for us, does it matter now what we do? We will take a look at Paul's response to this in Romans 6, looking at what it means to be slaves of righteousness.
As part of the CRCA in Victoria, each church takes turn hosting a state-wide youth service. This year we have been exploring the theme of 'Living in Christ', and so Joel takes us through Galatians 2:15-21 and what this means for our daily lives.
With Numbers 13 : 25 - 14 : 10, we will look at a very specific turning point in history, when the people of Israel had to be reminded of some key spiritual truths: 1) Forgetting what God has done in the past can be dangerous 2) God’s promises are trustworthy, even in the face of seemingly impossible circumstances 3) Sometimes we are called upon to ‘see with the eyes of faith’. We will see how these principles apply to us as believers here in the 21st century.
We continue our series on GREATER and we start to look at our HEAD | HEART | HANDS - firstly HEAD and how a greater Knowledge of God works out in our walk of faith.
We celebrate Mother's Day together, but seeing how God compares His love for us with a mother. Andrew leads us as we look at Isaiah 49:8-16 and we are all reminded that we are loved and not forgotten!
We wrap our series on The Way, as Joel looks at Acts 1:1-14. We see that we have all we need to move forward in following Jesus and living The Way.
We continue our series on The Way, as Andrew picks up the story following on from Easter in Luke 24, looking at the story of Jesus' appearing on the men on the road to Emmaus and to the disciples. We see how Jesus opens our eyes to Himself by helping us understand the Scriptures.
We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus together, as Andrew Boonstra looks at Luke 24:1-12 to ask and answer the question: 'Why do you look for the living among the dead?'
We celebrate Good Friday together, remembering the sacrifice and death of Jesus. We join with the Roman Centurion, recognising that 'surely this was a righteous man'. Andrew Boonstra leads us through Luke 23:44-49 as we reflect on the cross together.
We explore what it means to live in Greater Community as a church. We look to the Bible for a proper definition of what this means, and focus on the 'one another' verses scattered throughout the New Testament to give us the values and principles to apply to our context.
We continue our series through Luke, as Joel focuses on Luke 19 and the narrative of Palm Sunday. We see how receiving Jesus as King captures our whole lives, as we submit to His reign, allow Him to renovate and respond to Him in praise.
This week we have Shane de Kretser, one of our young adults who is completing his theological studies, share on Luke 18:9-14 and how The Way is one of humility, recognising our brokenness before God, but also recognising that all grace and power comes from Him.
We kick-off a new series heading into Easter called The Way. We are looking at the book of Luke, and start off by seeing not just the challenge, but also the invitation of Jesus to lose our life and find it in Him.
We are joined by guest preacher, Bill Bosker, as we dive into Colossians 3:1-4. We are encouraged to fix our minds heavenwards, with affects all our choices and priorities on earth, as well as giving us the hope and perseverance that God isn't finished with us yet.
Generate is our monthly night service, aimed at young people and run by our young adult team. We kick-off our theme of Greater, by exploring the theme of Knowing God, and how that is the greatest adventure of our lives.
We are joined by guest preacher, Reuben Capill, who shared on Psalm 88, one of the darkest Psalms in the Bible. When troubles are near, and God seems far, we are encouraged to cry out to God, cling to Jesus and know that it is okay, to not be okay.
Over the long weekend, Andrew lead us through Ephesians 3:14-21 and encouraged us to not just 'do discipleship' but to 'be disciples'. The first call for our discipleship is that we know Jesus, and continue to grow in Him.
We wrap up our Jonah series by looking at the final chapter, where God interacts with Jonah, helping him to understand the love and compassion that God has for all people, including our enemies.
As we lead into our annual Firstfruits offering, Andrew takes us through the Bible to see the blessing & fruit of our giving, and how we partner with God to advance His kingdom.
We continue our series on Jonah, looking at the second and third chapters of the book. We see God's incredible mercy on display, leading Jonah and the Ninevites to repentance.
We dive into the book of Jonah, focusing on the first chapter, where Jonah runs away and sleeps on the ship. We look at what this means for us, in the context of a God who is reaching out to sinners.
Our final message on Hebrews, as we look at Hebrews 12:28 - 13:16 and what this means for our everyday faith and life.
We look at Hebrews 12:1-3, where we encouraged to persevere and run our race, as we focus on Jesus and throw off everything that may hinder us.
We continue our series in Hebrews, looking at chapter 11, the great hall of faith, where the examples of biblical heroes inspire us to live by faith.
We continue to look at Hebrews 10, this time on the invitation to Hold Fast. We have a tendency to drift and fall away, especially through the ups and downs of life. We are encouraged instead to Hold Fast to a firm and solid anchor, the hope we have in Jesus Christ.
We wrap up 2018 by thanking God together for all He has done. We begin a mini-series looking at Hebrews 10:19-25, where we are invited to Draw Near. Jesus has done all the work, so we have confidence to draw near. What could be more important as we look into the new year?
Our Christmas Day service continued on the theme we have been looking at over last month at our kids service and carols event, Harmony. We look at how Jesus heals and restores relationships, bringing people together and encouraging us to live out our diverse lives in love and unity.
We wrap up our advent series on the last Sunday before Christmas, looking at the final chapter of Ruth, and how we celebrate and have joy because of the redemption we have in Christ!
We continue our advent series, looking at the second and third chapters of Ruth. We see the generosity and kindness of Boaz, pointing to the cost of redemption. We, too, have this hope through Jesus, that a costly redemption has taken place and we are now His.
We celebrate the year and Christmas, as our children ministry takeover the service. Scott Penna, our children's ministry leader, shares from God's Word about 'harmony' and how we live peacefully with the people around us, despite the differences and difficulties we face.
We start our Advent series, leading up to Christmas by looking at the book of Ruth. We turn to chapter one, where we see the bitterness of the situation for Ruth and Naomi hold a glimmer of hope.
We welcome guest speaker, Tim Meyers, principal at Melbourne School of Theology. He shares from Hebrews 11:8-16 about the nature of faith, and how we can live for God.
This week, one of our elders, John Schout, looks at the sin of pride and how it affects our lives and, importantly, how it can subtly creep into our lives and remain there without us even realising. Tim Keller describes the influence of pride – “Pride is the carbon-monoxide of sin. It silently and slowly kills you without you even knowing”.
We wrap our year of Generate and our theme of Why, as we look at how God has revealed Himself and His invitation to us to seek Him and discover more as we find Him time and time again.
We conclude our sermons on By the Book and our series on Traits of a Mature Disciple with today's message. Using our text from Matthew 7:24-27 we will consider The Word as our Rock and foundation and how all the traits that we have looked at this year sit on this.
We continue in our series on our last trait of a mature disciple - By the Book and using our text from Psalm 119:105-112 we will consider how The Word is our Guide.
We continue with the second part of our series - By the Book. This week we look at 2 Timothy 3:10-17 and we look at the usefulness of The Word in our lives.
We come to the final trait of a Mature Disciple and using Psalm 1 we will see how we are blessed when rooted in The Word.
We will take a look at Exodus 14: 1 - 14 and learn what it means to be still in the presence of our LORD and to hear His voice amidst the noise.
Using Luke 10:25-37 and especially verse 36, we will see how Jesus became for us the neighbour that nobody wanted, so that we can love our neighbour as ourselves even if we are the neighbour they don’t want! This affects the way we see those around us. It's not because they've become something different, but because we have. And because this love of Christ is worked in me through the Holy Spirit, I must love my neighbour UNCONDITIONALLY with the honour of God always in mind.
We take a look at Matthew 6:19-24 and consider a Lasting Investment. Most of us LOVE stuff. Stuff is so good. It makes us look good, feel good, do things we like. But they can have an ongoing cost greater than the initial purchase. They can take our hearts. For that reason earthly treasure can be problematic. If only there was a better solution?
We conclude the messages on Serves out of Love with the Final message of - Not So Among You. Using the text - Luke 10:29-37 we will consider Jesus' call to us to be servant of all. We will look at what it means to love our neighbour even when it gets messy.
We start looking at the next 'Trait of a Mature Disciple' - SERVES OUT OF LOVE. Using Philippians 2:1-11 we will see what it means to "Follow the Servant" - it was counter-cultural in Jesus' day, and it is counter-cultural today. As Jesus says to his followers in a self-seeking age, "Not so among you."
At Generate, our monthly Youth & Young Adults service, we've been asking the question 'Why', hoping to get back to the heart of what our faith is all about. We welcome special guest, Steaven Cheung, from NLEC, who shares with us about sin and redemption, and how we find purpose in our lives.
The phrase ‘Justification by Faith Alone’ came out of the protestant reformation in the 16th Century. The question of how a sinful person could be made right before God quickly become the central issue of the day, and this phrase was the Reformers response. So what does this phrase mean and more importantly what is its relevance for us today? We will explore this as we look at the example of Abraham and David shown in Romans 4.
We continue and conclude our series on accountability, looking at Romans 12: 1-8 and how accountability in the Body of Christ can be a place of transformation to becoming more like Christ.
We continue our series on committing to accountability, as we look at Ephesians 4 and discover how we build relationships of honesty and truth as we seek to grow more like Jesus.
We begin looking at our fourth trait of a mature disciple: 'Commits to Accountability'. We turn to Matthew 25, and talk about how accountable relationships are places of trust and God is someone we can count on.
We welcome guest preacher, Phillip Scheepers, from the RTC in Melbourne. Phillip dives into Acts 22, where we read of Paul's parting words to the Ephesian elders and find great encouragement for our gospel ministry.
As we look to the life of Jesus, we see a regular pattern of escaping to the lonely place to pray and spend time alone with God. By diving into Luke 4, we see how this pattern & discipline can help us in an age of chaos and busyness.
We welcome back Pastor Glenn, who shares from Luke 6 and encourages us to not just hear God's words, but to do them; not just to call Jesus Lord, but actually live it.
We wrap our 'We Are All Witnesses' series by looking at 2 Corinthians 5, and how we are compelled the share the gospel by knowing the fear of the Lord and the victory of the cross.
As we continue learning how to share the gospel, Andrew looks at Acts 17 and how Paul observes, learns and then speaks into the context he is in, in Athens.
We continue our series 'We Are All Witnesses', as Glenn looks at 2 Corinthians 4 & 5, and how we are called to share the gospel, particular in our words. He teaches about gospel fluency, and knowing God's story, our story and others' stories.
We begin looking at another trait of mature disciples: sharing the gospel. We look at Acts 1 & Romans 1, to see that we are all called to be witnesses and that our confidence is in the power of the Gospel.
We hear from our children's ministry leader, Scott, as our kids takeover and lead our service. Over the last few weeks they have been exploring what it means to be part of the family and Scott shares some insights about what it means for all of us to be children of God together.
We wrap up our series on selfless prayer, as we dive into God's Word and see that we aren't just called to pray, but also be the answer to prayer. We celebrate Lord's Supper together and know that Jesus is the best example for us to follow.
We continue our series, diving into how we pray selflessly for our world. We look at Jeremiah 29 and 1 Timothy 2, and how we can pray for the peace and prosperity of our city and world, as well as our leaders.
We celebrate Mother's Day together, as we continue to look at selfless prayer and in particular, from Ephesians 6, how we pray for 'all the Lord's people'.
We begin a new series, looking at another trait of mature disciples: praying selflessly. We turn to Matthew 6 and the Lord's Prayer, and discover what the heart of prayer is all about.
We welcome our guest preacher, Murray Capill from the RTC in Melbourne. Murray dives into Luke 15, as we look at three 'lost and found' parables and know the joy of being found, and the challenge of being 'older sons'.
We wrap up our series on Colossians, by looking at chapter two. Andrew leads us as we contemplate the power of God and remember that our God is so big, He has triumphed over sin & death and this gives us confidence moving forward.
We celebrate Easter Sunday by looking at the end Colossians 1 and the beautiful truth of the gospel, that Christ is now in us, and that is the hope of glory for us moving forward. He is risen and alive!
We gather on Good Friday to remember and reflect on the cross, the sacrifice of Jesus and the victory over sin and death. We look at the second half of Colossians 1 and see how great Jesus is and how great the sacrifice and love, displayed on the cross, really is.
We begin our series on Colossians: The Supremacy of Christ, which we will be looking at over our Easter season. We begin by looking at the first half of chapter one, and explore how we can keep growing and walk in a manner worthy of the calling we have received.
We welcome our guest speaker, Reuben Capill, who is studying at the RTC and a part of The Hub in Geelong. He shares from Philippians, where Paul encourages us to keep running after Christ with endurance.
We wrap our series on the Family Tree, by looking at Romans 12 and diving into the practical advice Paul gives the church, including using gifts, loving each other and becoming holy together.
Being part of the church family means celebrating with the church family. We celebrate children being baptised, new elders being installed and the provision of God, as we bring our first-fruit offerings.
We begin looking at the first trait of mature disciples, being part of the church family. We look at Genesis 12 and the call of Abraham, which is the same call for us, to be a family that grows and flourishes and blesses the world through Jesus.
We kick-off our theme for the year, as we will be looking at the traits of mature disciples. Andrew briefly unpacks each one, while encouraging us to commit to growing and maturing this year in our faith.
We look at John 8, seeing how Jesus doesn't throw a stone at us, even though we've been caught in sin. He is perfect, and yet becomes sin for us, so we are saved, not condemned. Therefore, we are called to follow Jesus in this, and rather than be judgmental, we become people of grace and love.
We welcome Glenn back from his time in Uganda, as he shares from 2 Timothy 1, where Paul encourages Timothy to be strong in the gospel and continue growing to become the people God calls us to be.
We wrap up our mini-series from Joshua, as we look at beginning a new year and what is important for us. With Joshua as an example, we discover how keeping God's Word central is key.
We continue looking at Joshua, who leads the Israelites through a time of transition. An important facet of the life of Joshua was his desire to trust & obey, even when it doesn't quite make sense. That is key for us as we head into a new year of change.
We begin a mini-series as we head into a new year of change and transition. We look at Joshua, who lead the Israelites through changes, and one of the key aspects for them was keeping the presence of God in sight. They were to follow the cloud by day and fire by night, and follow the ark into the river, and we too, need to make sure we are following God, wherever He may call us.
As we wrap up the year that has been, we look ahead not with a false sense of optimism, but we a renewed hope. We look at Lamentations 3, where our hope is based on the faithfulness of Jesus, His mercy & goodness.
It is Christmas Day and we celebrate together the good news of great joy: Jesus Christ, saviour of the world, is born!
We have a special children's service as we celebrate Christmas together! Our kids leads us in our final advent service, this one on 'love'.
We take time to give thanks for the year that has been, honouring God for all that He has done in our midst. We look through the letters of Paul, and see the amount of thanks he offers for the churches he is connected with.
We welcome our guest speaker, Michael Raiter, who shares from 2 Corinthians 4, on the hope of the gospel that we have through Jesus Christ.
We continue looking at the wonder of the gospel, and in particular, the way the gospel works in us and through us. Andrew shares from Colossians 1:9-14 and encourages us to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord.
As we look ahead to Christmas and our Carols by Candlelight, we are drawn into a sense of wonder when we consider the beauty of the gospel, outlined in Ephesians 2.
We welcome Anthony Van Bemmel, a guest from Cobden CRC, who shares with us from Luke 9 and the transfiguration of Jesus.
We wrap up our series on the 5 Solas, as Andrew leads us in remembering that all of creation and all of life is for the glory of God alone.
We celebrate Reformation Sunday and the 500 years since the Reformation, by continuing our series on the solas. We wrestle with what does faith alone mean and how we are justified by God.
We welcome Michael de Kretser, pastor at Casey CRC, who shares with us on grace alone and encourages us that we are saved by God's work, not our own.
We continue looking at the pillars of Reformed doctrine, the 5 solas. Pastor Glenn explores Christ alone with us, and how we are saved no other god, but Christ alone, and how we now live in light of that.
We begin a series on the 5 Solas, pillars of Reformed theology, as the church celebrates 500 years of the Reformation this month. Joel kicks off by looking at Scripture alone, and how the Word of God is the final authority on all matters of faith.
We welcome Keith Vethaak to our Generate service, as he shares about the Father's Heart for the lost, which is really the Father's Heart for us.
As we head into a new series next week, John Schout, one of our elders, take us through the history and context of the Reformation.
How do we discern God's voice? How do we deal with false teachers and prophets? Joel leads us through the book of Jude, where we learn some helpful ways forward in discerning the way of truth.
How do balance work and life? How do we, not just survive, but thrive in our busy world? Andrew helps us see, from Ephesians 2, that busyness is at times a myth, but also God's grace is there for us.
What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit? How do operate in our world today? Glenn leads us through the Bible to see who the person of the Holy Spirit is and what His work in our lives and world is all about.
We welcome Reuben Capill, our guest preacher, who is studying at the RTC and is part of the Hub, a church plant in Geelong. As it is Father's Day, we look at Genesis 29 and see just how great His love for us is!
How involved do we get in political issues? How do we have healthy, positive and godly debate? Andrew leads us through God's Word to see how we can learn to do this better as a church.
What do we do in our changing culture, particularly with the issues around marriage and family? What is God's design and how do we fight for it? Glenn explores God's Word with us, as we seek guidance with this particularly hot issue.
We kick off our series on Hot Topics. We look at Ephesians 4, as Joel lays down some ground rules for us as we head into dangerous territory.
The final message from our 'Jesus Says' theme, as Andrew unpacks the greatest commandment, to love God & love others.
We continue looking at some of the classic sayings of Jesus. In Matthew 6, we are challenged and encouraged to use our money wisely and with a Kingdom focus, as where our treasure is, there our heart is also.
We look at Matthew 25, as Glenn leads us to explore the challenging passage of the sheep & the goats, reminding us to put into action the words of Jesus and love even the least of these.
We have a special children's ministry service, where our kids lead us in worship, games, readings and prayer. Glenn leads us as we look at Jesus' encouragement for us to know the book!
We celebrate the baptism of Abigail Vandenberg and look at the promises in God's Word towards our families and children.
We look at the classic saying of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, where he urges His followers to not worry and instead trust God to provide all we need.
As we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, we look at some of the last words of Jesus, when he promises his disciples that they will receive power through the Holy Spirit.
We wrap our series on stories of change, by once again looking at the life of Timothy and see how we can live more missionally as individuals and a church.
We celebrate Mother's Day together, by looking at the life of Timothy, and his long journey of change, starting with the faithfulness of his mother and grandmother.
We look at the life of Paul as see that change isn't always a slow journey, but that God can work instantly to turn a life around.
We look at the story of Ruth, and see how her life was changed by God and the people around her, despite struggle and suffering.
We kick of our new series on 'Stories of Change', by looking at the nature of discipleship. We are encouraged to continue growing, which becomes contagious and impacts the people around us.
We celebrate Easter Sunday by wrapping up our series on Faithful to the Promise, by seeing how the death & resurrection of Jesus fulfils the promise of God and how we know live in that.
We gather together on Good Friday to reflect on the cross and death of Jesus, and see how it was the fulfilment of a promise God made long ago to His people.
We wrap up our journey through Genesis, where God's people are in a foreign land and the promises of God made at the start are seemingly unfulfilled. We learn to trust God, even when it seems like the promises are far off, because we know who God is, one faithful to His promises.
We look at the life of Joseph and see how God is faithful through all the ups and downs.
Another message in the series, Faithful to the Promise, as we look at one of the key moments in the life of Jacob, where he wrestled with God and had his name changed.
We are privileged to hose the first CRCA Victorian State Youth Service for 2017, exploring the theme of "God is...". We held a special service outside, looking at how God is the Creator of all and what that means for us.
We look at the life of Jacob, and in particular, his first encounter with God, his dream of a ladder, and how we realises the awesomeness of God in this place.
We welcome Chris Pretorius from Wonga Park, who shares on how, through the Gospel, we can have no fear of others and challenges us to make sure there is no hint of hypocrisy in our lives.
We look at the life of Abraham, when God tells him to sacrifice his son. We see that we can trust God because He is faithful to His promises, even when it seems like He isn't.
We look at Genesis 16 & 17, stories of Abraham taking things into his own hands. We are encouraged to wait patiently for God, trusting in His promises and not turn to our own devices.
We look at Genesis 15, where God reiterates His promises to Abram and even raises the stakes, showing how commitment He is to this covenant, giving us a glimpse into the sacrifice to come.
We kick off a new series through Genesis, as we look at chapter 12 and see the great promise God made to Abram, and in turn, makes to His people.
The Master Plan: Discipleship in the Gospels - Glenn Dekker by One Hope Community Church
Sermon preached at One Hope Community Church on the occasion on Brandon Vanderzaag's Profession of Faith
Sermon preached on the occasion of the baptisms of Harrison Chambers (John & Bec Chambers) and Matthew Arnold (Joel & Meaghan Arnold)
Sermon preached on the occasion of the Baptism of Ethan Vandenberg (Luke & Agnes Vandenberg)
Jesus is Lord: Who/What is Lord of Our Life? - Andrew Boonstra by One Hope Community Church
Moving People in Following Christ - Glenn Dekker & Andrew Boonstra by One Hope Community Church
Joy & Delight: Perfect Protector & Provider - Glenn Dekker by One Hope Community Church
As Jesus was sent - so are we sent. A lack of joy is due to a lack if mission, our joy is a direct correlation to our "sentness". The result of mission is joy! But what is our mission? Has the church become our mission OR is the church the context for our mission?
2 Chronicles 21:18 - 22:1 - I will not offer to the LORD a sacrifice which costs me nothing. Often we flee from sacrifice, from cost or anything that may be slightly uncomfortable. Whether this relates to serving God, evangelising to our friends, speaking up at our workplace, giving financially, caring for the poor or various aspects of a Sunday morning service, as soon as it costs, as soon as it si uncomfortable, we begin to shy away.
Our response of obedience in partnering is for Him and for His Kingdom. God has done so much for me and I share in some incredible and eternal privileges as a partner of the Gospel, and I want to live out, in an increasing way, the responsibility of that too. Paul said to the Philippians: I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Phil 1:3-6 God will bring His work to completion in and through our church, using new partners, long term ones, AND future ones! Why; because it’s His work, and we’re invited to share in it. Now, that’s a privilege!
Guest preacher Timothy Meyers from MST. In Matthew 25, Jesus talks about the servants making use of the talents their master gave them whilst he was gone. The message is that talents were given to them (and to us) to use, not to lie dormant, but to multiply and grow so that the master’s kingdom gets richer! Each one of us at One Hope has talents and gifts for the same reason. To use them in the community we have been placed to enrich God’s Kingdom work. We have so many opportunities to do that here with the array of ministries and mission initiatives we have. My challenge to you today is: Do you know what you are good at?
Guest preacher Phillip Scheepers from the RTC. We have a great treasure as Christ followers, so what do we do with this treasure that we have? This message helps us find the answer and what Paul says about it in the Word.
Sermon at One Hope Community Church by Andrew Boonstra on the occasion of the baptism of Ryan Vandenberg (Luke & Fiona) What are you thankful for? What are you grateful to God for? Do you take time to ponder that and let it come out? Do you let others know what your thankful for? Do you focus on that more than what’s not going to plan? I’m guessing that if thankfulness is good for your health, then the opposite is probably not good. So this is my suggestion; get on a health kick and begin reflecting on God’s great work in your life, causing you to be thankful and grateful, and making you gush about it, so that others get on board!
Sermon at One Hope Community Church - By Joel Poppenbeck We live in a culture where ‘no worries’ is such a common phrase for the chilled out folk among us. The Bible is usually a bit stronger with its language around this topic. Numerous times throughout the Gospels, particularly in Matthew, Jesus says to his hearers, ‘do not worry.’ It is almost a commandment, just like he says, 'love each other', or 'be salt and light', he says, ‘do not worry’.
Sermon preached at One Hope Community Church on the Sunday before Glenn commencing a pastoral sabbatical
Paul assures Timothy of who he is in Christ, a forgiven sinner who is now empowered by the Holy Spirit to do the things that God has called him to do. Today Caleb, Nick, and Aaron are Professing their Faith and testifying to Jesus as their Saviour and Lord and want to enter into battle for Him and with Him. So this morning we will give them a pep talk as they head into the ring, to inspire and assure them of our support as a church community as we partner together in fighting the good fight of faith.
Most Christians would have some understanding that to be a disciple means to be a follower and a learner of Jesus Christ. But what does that look like? How does that effect the way we think, speak and act from day to day?
Every season has a reason and God is in it, He never leaves and never forsakes. So in the present moment, wherever you are at, find your Father and meet Him in this current season.
Message by Glenn Deker on Abbi Haynes' Baptism and Profession of Faith at One Hope Community Church - Scoresby