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New church plant in Pretoria. Seeking to Glorify God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ in a Transcultural Community for the Renewal of our City & Beyond

God’s will for His people is clear. That we would become more and more like Jesus through the sanctification of the Spirit.

As Paul turns to 1 Thessalonians 4, he shows us what that looks like in the everyday realities of life: fleeing sexual immorality, growing in brotherly and sisterly love, and faithfully getting on with the life God has called us to. Holiness isn’t something we manufacture through willpower, nor is it a journey we walk alone. It is the work of the Holy Spirit in us, lived out alongside the family of God.

As we double down on becoming more like Christ, our transformed lives become part of our witness to the world around us.

Faith in Jesus is never passive. While we are saved by grace through faith alone, that same grace transforms the way we live.

In this message from 1 Thessalonians 2:17–3:13, we see the Apostle Paul model what a gospel-shaped life looks like. His love for the church, his longing to gather, his willingness to suffer, his encouragement of believers, his gratitude, and his constant prayer all reveal that authentic faith produces visible fruit.

Pastor Jonah reminds us that Christians are not saved by good works, but they are most certainly saved unto them. As followers of Jesus, we are called to gather faithfully, stand firm in spiritual battle, rejoice in Christ’s work, encourage one another sacrificially, endure suffering with hope, give thanks in every circumstance, and pray without ceasing.

The Christian life isn’t about earning God’s acceptance. The Christian life flows from already having it. Because Christ has made us righteous, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live as His people until He returns.

Saved by grace. Empowered for action. Living for His glory.

What if one act of encouragement could change the course of someone’s life?

In this special message, guest preacher Paul shares the remarkable story of Barnabas. A man remembered not for his platform or position, but for his encouragement. Through Barnabas’ example, we discover that encouragement is far more than kind words; it’s generosity, belief, presence, second chances, and faithfully investing in others.

As Barnabas stood beside a rejected Saul (later Paul), he helped shape a story that would impact generations. The same invitation is extended to us today: to become people who build others up, speak life, and create ripple effects that outlast us.

Whether at home, at work, or in the church, God can use ordinary acts of encouragement to accomplish extraordinary things. The question is: what kind of legacy will your encouragement leave?

In a world that often celebrates charisma over character, how do we recognise faithful spiritual leadership?

Continuing our journey through 1 Thessalonians, Jono unpacks Paul’s passionate defence of his ministry. Not to protect his own reputation, but to protect the integrity of the gospel. As critics questioned Paul’s motives, he pointed the church back to what they had witnessed firsthand: a ministry marked by suffering rather than comfort, service rather than status, gentleness rather than domination, and God’s approval rather than human applause.

This message is about far more than church leaders. Jesus calls every believer to make disciples, which means every Christian is called to lead someone toward Him. Through Paul’s example, we’re challenged to examine our own hearts: Are we seeking recognition or faithfulness? Comfort or obedience? People’s approval or God’s?

As Rooted Fellowship continues its “Double Down to Double Up” discipleship journey, this sermon reminds us that lasting gospel impact is never built on charisma, manipulation, or platform, it is built on Christlike character, Spirit-empowered service, and lives fully surrendered to Jesus.

“Work as unto the Lord. Serve like Jesus. Seek God’s approval above all else.”

What does a truly healthy church look like?

Is it cutting-edge production, great coffee, powerful worship, or rich tradition? As Paul opens his first letter to the church in Thessalonica, he points to something far deeper. A healthy church is not defined by its style or preferences, but by a people transformed by the gospel.

In this message, we begin our journey through 1 Thessalonians by discovering the marks that made this young church an example to believers across the region. Though only weeks old and facing intense persecution, they were known for their faith that worked, love that served, hope that endured, and joy that overflowed. Their witness wasn’t built on comfort or recognition, it was the work of the Holy Spirit producing Christlike lives.

As Rooted Fellowship continues its Double Down to Double Up journey, this sermon calls us to pursue what truly matters: gathering in the name of Jesus, depending on the Holy Spirit, labouring in love, enduring with hope, and living as a joyful witness to the gospel. May we become the kind of church that points people not to ourselves, but to Christ alone.

Despite facing some serious adversity in Thessalonica, Paul is not deterred from preaching the gospel. In fact, he goes on to Berea and does the exact same thing he did in Thessalonica - visit the Jewish Synagogue and engage with the locals around the Word of God. And many come to faith!

But persecution follows Paul to Berea, so he is sent away with an escort - not alone.

Pastor Jono takes us through Acts 17 and shows us that doubling down for Jesus leads to adversity and persecution, and that we should not attempt to face it on our own.

This week marks the start of Rooted Fellowship’s new two-year discipleship journey. As we look at Luke 9:57–10:2, we are reminded that following Jesus is not comfortable, casual, or something we do alone. Jesus calls His people to count the cost, fix their eyes ahead, and step faithfully into His mission.

The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few. As a church, we are being called to double down so that we can double up. To deepening discipleship, strengthening community, raising leaders, and preparing for the work God has placed before us.

No turning back.

Pastor Jono show us how those who are favoured are blessed with more. But it is not always blessed with more relaxation, more money, or more stuff.

Caleb was blessed with more battles to be fought as a reward for his faithfulness.

Paul was blessed with more persecution because he was faithful, which in the end led to his death in Rome.

Jesus was blessed with death on a cross for His faithfulness.

Be strong and courageous in the face of persecution and adversity!

This sermon centered on a simple but urgent question: How did a generation that witnessed God’s faithfulness forget Him so quickly? Looking at Judges 2, we see that Israel didn’t merely forget what God had done, they stopped truly knowing Him. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to take courage by holding two truths together: remembering God’s faithfulness revealed in His Word and recognizing His active presence in our lives today. When either is neglected, we drift. The church is called to be a people who encourage one another, tell the stories of God’s faithfulness, share testimonies of His ongoing work, and live with a joy that points others to Christ. As we fix our eyes on Jesus, the One who says, “Take heart, I have overcome the world”, we become a community that remembers, rejoices, and passes the faith on to the next generation.

What does it really mean to be strong and courageous?

This week, Jono helped us look again at Joshua’s call to courage as a Spirit-empowered way of life. True courage is not found in self-confidence, grit, or pretending we are not afraid. It is found in Jesus: the One who conquered death, poured out His Spirit, and now strengthens His people from the inside out.

Because the tomb is empty and the Spirit is with us, we can take courage from Christ and give courage to one another.

As we begin our new Take Courage series, we pause after Joshua to reflect on the One Joshua ultimately points us to: Jesus. From entering the land, conquering enemies, possessing the inheritance, and remaining in the promise, we see Jesus as the greater Joshua who brings us into His kingdom, wins the victory over sin, Satan and death, sends us on mission, and keeps us secure forever.

This sermon calls us not merely to learn about Jesus, but to encounter Him personally, respond in faith, rest in His victory, take courage in His mission, and remain in His love.

As we conclude our Joshua: Almost Home series, we arrive at Joshua’s final words to God’s people. This is a powerful call to remember, respond, and choose.

After years of witnessing God’s faithfulness, provision, protection, and victory, Joshua gathers Israel and asks the defining question: “Whom will you serve?” It’s not merely a question for ancient Israel. It’s the same question every believer must answer today.

Joshua reminds the people that everything they have is because of God’s grace. He fought their battles. He kept His promises. He brought them home. But the gospel always demands a response.

This closing message challenges us to examine our own hearts. What competes for our worship? Comfort? Success? Security? Control? Like Israel, we cannot remain neutral. We were made to worship.

The good news is that while faithfulness is too heavy a burden to carry in our own strength, God has given us His Spirit to empower us to follow Him.

“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
The question is: What will your response be?

In Joshua 22, God’s people have finally entered the land and experienced rest but a new danger begins to emerge, not from outside enemies, but from within the community itself. This sermon explores how Israel responds to a perceived act of rebellion, showing us the importance of unity, humility, direct conversation, and compassionate listening. As God’s people today, we are reminded that we are called to honour one another, confront sin lovingly, and pursue unity for the glory of God and the good of His church.

Joshua 13–21 may read like a land survey, but beneath the boundary lines and tribal allotments is a powerful picture of God’s faithfulness. In this sermon, Mongani helps us see that the land allocations are not boring details; they are the fulfilment of promises God made centuries earlier to Abraham.

As Israel receives its inheritance, we are reminded that God keeps every word He speaks. Yet the passage also challenges us: will we boldly take hold of what God has promised, like Caleb and the daughters of Zelophehad, or will we delay, complain, and settle for less?

This message points us beyond Canaan to our greater inheritance in Christ. Jesus, the greater Joshua, has secured for us an eternal rest and a permanent home with God. Not one of God’s good promises will fail.

What does it look like to trust God when the promise feels delayed?

This Sunday, we step into Joshua 11–12 and see a powerful turning point: after years of battles, God’s people finally enter a place of rest. But the journey there wasn’t quick or easy.

This message unpacks a deeper reality we all live in: the tension of “now but not yet.” The victory has been won, but we’re still waiting for its full expression. Sound familiar?

Through the story of Israel, we’re reminded that God is completely faithful over every detail, faithful even when it takes time, and faithful even through opposition. And just like they looked back and counted every victory, we’re invited to do the same in our own lives.

Because if God was faithful then… He’s faithful now. And He will bring you all the way home.

Why do we actually gather on Easter?

Not because of tradition. Not because the calendar says so. But because something happened that changed everything.

This Sunday, we unpack the “scandal of all scandals”. The resurrection of Jesus. From confusion at the empty tomb, to Thomas’ doubt, to Peter’s restoration, we see real people encountering a risen Saviour in the middle of their questions, failures, and fears.

This isn’t just a story about what happened then. It’s about what’s possible now.

If the tomb is empty… then hope isn’t dead. Your past doesn’t define you. And Jesus still meets people right where they are.

The real question is: do you believe it?

As Israel moves closer to the Promised Land, victory after victory begins to unfold but not because of their strength. In Joshua 10–11, we see a powerful truth: God is both forming a family from all people and decisively conquering sin.

Through miraculous intervention, unlikely alliances, and overwhelming odds, God makes it clear that this battle is His. From hail falling from heaven to the sun standing still, the message echoes: we are not called to self-reliance, but to trust in the God who saves.

This sermon challenges us to examine where we’ve placed our trust. Are we relying on our own strength, or are we resting in the finished work of Jesus, the greater Joshua, who has already won the ultimate victory over sin and death?

Because of Him, we can face whatever lies ahead with confidence: not afraid, not discouraged but strong and courageous.

In Joshua 9, Israel faces an unexpected threat. This threat was not from armies, but from deception. The Gibeonites trick Joshua and the leaders into making a covenant because they rely on their own judgment instead of seeking the Lord. What begins as a leadership failure becomes a powerful reminder that human wisdom is never enough without God’s guidance. Yet even in Israel’s mistake, we see God’s sovereign grace at work, turning failure into redemption and drawing unlikely people into His story. This passage challenges us to ask: Are we walking by our own understanding, or are we seeking the Lord in every decision?

After the victory of Jericho, Israel seems unstoppable. Joshua 7 and 8 show how quickly triumph can turn to defeat when God’s people drift into self-reliance and hidden sin. This sermon explores the sobering consequences of disobedience, the corporate weight of sin, and the mercy of God who restores His people when they return to Him. Above all, it points us to Jesus, the greater Joshua, who deals with our sin fully and leads us in true victory. This is a call to reject self-sufficiency, cling to God’s Word, and remember that God is not serving our mission. We are invited into His.

Jericho wasn’t conquered by strategy, strength, or bravado. It fell through worshipful obedience to the God who saves. As Israel marches in silence and then shouts in faith, we’re reminded that silence isn’t absence. It’s preparation, and praise is not the warm-up. It’s the weapon. This message calls us to stop recruiting God for our battles, and instead surrender to the Commander of the Lord’s army who “doesn’t come to take sides, He comes to take over.” Like Rahab, we’re invited into a personal, decisive trust in God’s rescue. Staying under the scarlet cord of mercy, and praising Him for victory even while the walls still stand.

After Israel crosses the Jordan, the kings of Canaan lose heart. Not because Israel is strong, but because God is. With Jericho in sight, you’d expect the next step to be war… but God pauses the momentum to deal with the heart.

In Joshua 5, God restores Israel’s covenant identity through circumcision and renews covenant fellowship through Passover. Then the manna stops as they eat the produce of Canaan showing a shift from wilderness provision to inheritance provision. The lesson is clear: God cares more about who His people are than how quickly they seize the opportunity.

All of this points to Jesus. The better covenant and the true Passover Lamb who has gone before us. Our part is not to strive, but to step forward in faith, trusting God in both the miraculous and the ordinary

As Rooted Fellowship steps into a new season of leadership, we turn to Joshua 3–4 and the powerful moment when Israel stood before a raging Jordan River. With Moses gone and a new generation watching, the question hung in the air: Will God still be with us?

The answer was unmistakable.

Before the waters parted, the priests had to step in. Before the people crossed, the Ark, the presence of God, went first. This wasn’t just a story about geography; it was theology. It was about reverence, risk, remembrance, and trust. It was about a God who finishes what He starts.

In this message, we are reminded:

God’s presence goes before us.
Faith requires stepping into the water.
Leaders are raised up but God remains the constant.
We must remember and tell the stories of His faithfulness.
The dates matter because God’s promises unfold with precision.

Most of all, this passage points beyond Joshua to a greater Joshua. Jesus. Who stepped into the waters of sin and death and made a way for us to cross from death to life.

As we install new leadership and look toward the future, we do so with trembling joy. The same God who planted this church will carry it forward. The same God who was faithful then is faithful now.

The question is not whether God will show up.

The question is: Will we step in?

As Israel stands on the edge of the Promised Land, God interrupts the conquest story with an unexpected act of grace. In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab, an outsider whose faith, not her past, defines her future. This week we’ll see that God’s saving grace always demands a response, that His faithfulness stretches across generations, and that no failure is too great for the God who saves. Moses may be gone, but God is not finished.

Joshua 1

God speaks to His faithful servant: "Be strong and courageous."
Why can he do this? God's promises still stand. God will be with His faithful servant.
How can he do this? Meditate on God's word so that you will obey God's word so that you may be prosperous and successful (in carrying out God's plan).

God's faithful servant speaks to God's people: "Go in and take possession of the land the Lord your God is giving you for your own."
How can they do this? Keep trusting God's promises and make every effort to enter the land. (God's sovereign plan to give the land to his people invites human action - it does not mean they/we should be passive).
Remember God's commands and carry them out faithfully.
Help the rest of God's people.

God's people reply to His faithful servant: "Whatever you have commanded us we will do."
How do they do this? By trusting in the Lord's servant, because God's promises to His servant are true and still stand.

Joshua is a foreshadowing of Jesus, God's servant. How will we respond to Jesus? Will we respond to Jesus like the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh?

This Sunday we look at what “More of You, Less of Me” means for our generosity. Jesus and Paul both show us that giving isn’t a guilt-payment or a performance for applause. It’s worship. We don’t give to get; we give because God has already given His first and best in Christ. Come be challenged and encouraged toward a “hilariously cheerful” life of giving with your time, talents, and treasures.

Matthew 6:1-18

As we journey through our 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, Jesus meets us in the heart of the Sermon on the Mount with a confronting but freeing question: Why do we do what we do?

In Matthew 6, Jesus addresses giving, prayer, and fasting not as public performances, but as acts of devotion shaped in the secret place. He warns against spiritual performance and invites us into a deeper, quieter righteousness where God sees the heart, not the mask.

This week, we’re reminded that the reward of prayer and fasting is not recognition, breakthrough, or applause but more of God Himself. As we continue this fast, may we learn again what it means to decrease, so that Christ may increase.

We’re kicking off 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting as a church and we’re starting where everything begins: the Word. With 21 chapters in John, we’re reading one chapter a day, trusting God for a year marked by one clear theme:

“More of God, less of me.”

In John 3:22–30, John the Baptist shows us what real humility looks like when the spotlight shifts: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” This isn’t self-hate. It’s joy-filled surrender. When Jesus increases, the church becomes what the world desperately needs: a house of prayer, a people of the Word, and a community shaped by the kingdom of God.

As we fast, we’re not just “giving things up.” We’re making space. We’re saying no to the flesh so we can say yes to the Spirit. Together.

Luke 1 & 2.

Isaiah 9:6

Luke 2:8-18

As we close our 11-week journey through Philippians, Paul ends his letter like an encore: repeating, underlining, and elevating the major themes we’ve walked through all series long. From prison, he urges the church to pursue unity, to rejoice in the Lord, to cast their anxieties onto God, and to dwell on what is true, pure, and lovely. He reminds them that Christ is near. Nearer than any circumstance pressing in on them. And he celebrates their partnership in the gospel with deep affection.

This final chapter calls us to the same: to stand firm, to refuse the pull of anxiety, to fix our minds on Christ, and to walk in a peace that “surpasses all understanding.” In every season, in plenty or in need, we can say with Paul, “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.”

As we near the end of our This Is Living series, Paul invites us into a deeper, grown-up faith. A faith that doesn’t drift, coast, or cling to old patterns, but presses forward with purpose. In Philippians 3:12–4:1, he admits he’s not yet perfect, yet he makes every effort to take hold of the Christ who already holds him.

We’re called to do the same:

Forget what’s behind,

Reach for what’s ahead,

And press on toward the prize of knowing Jesus.

This is the life of a mature believer. Not sinless, but surrendered. Not perfect, but pressing on. Paul reminds us that we are citizens of heaven, running a race together, shaping one another, guarding one another, and refusing the slow fade of spiritual isolation.

So stand firm. Cling to Christ. Lean on the Spirit. Walk with your community.

This is living.

In chapter 3 Paul begins to call out the “Jesus and…” believers in Philippi and he cautions us against self-sufficiency as he calls us to lay down the things of this world.

As the gospel transforms our lives, we need to foster joy and commit to building unity in the church (local and global).

In this sermon, we take a deep dive into Philippians 2:12-30.

In Philippians 2:1–11, Paul paints a breathtaking picture of the mind of Christ; a mind marked by humility, unity, and obedience. Writing from prison, Paul calls the church to mirror Christ’s self-emptying love, the kind that counts others as more significant than oneself. Through the mystery of the incarnation, Jesus, fully God and fully man, lowered Himself to the point of death, and in doing so, revealed that true greatness is found in humility. This passage reminds us that the path of humility is the path to glory, and that our unity as God’s people is both our greatest witness and our deepest joy.

This Sunday in our series This Is Living, we’re in Philippians 1:27–30 (through the lens of 2:5–11). Paul calls us to live as citizens of heaven; lives whose conduct matches our calling. We’ll see how unity isn’t optional; it’s our strength and our witness. And we’ll discover a surprising grace: suffering for Christ is not a detour, but a gift that deepens our fellowship with Him and each other. Come ready to be encouraged, challenged, and to respond, to stand firm, strive together, and suffer well for the sake of the gospel.

Paul’s chains didn’t stall the mission. They amplified it. Because Christ is his life, even death is gain. Today we see how God turns adversity into a platform for witness, how courage spreads through a church, and why motives can’t mute the message when Christ is truly proclaimed. Our response: adopt Christ’s mindset, speak His Word fearlessly, and take one step this week to make Jesus known (Phil 1:12–26; 2:5–11)

We launched This Is Living in Philippians with the big claim: to live is Christ. Paul frames a Christ-shaped life: downward in humble service like Jesus, upward in God’s exaltation. He invites us into a gospel partnership God himself began and will finish. Our prayer this season: that our love would abound “more and more” in knowledge and discernment, bearing real fruit as we press toward the prize together.

This Sunday Elder Kenny closed out our Awaken series by pointing us to bold witness through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8. He reminded us that God often calls us into uncomfortable and unfamiliar spaces but no place is beyond His mercy and grace. Like Philip, we are called to move with bold faith, even when the details are sketchy, trusting that God makes His purposes clear in time.

The encounter between Philip and the Ethiopian official shows the power of the gospel to cross cultural, social, and even personal barriers. No achievement, influence, or past brokenness can satisfy or disqualify us. Only Jesus makes us worthy. Through His death and resurrection, He has given us a new identity, like adoption into a new family with a new name.

The call for us today is clear: to anchor ourselves in this good news and boldly proclaim it in our homes, workplaces, and communities. To witness that Jesus Christ has come, has died, has risen, and will come again.

This past week at Rooted Fellowship we were reminded that our God is not only able to deliver us from the fire, He is present with us in it. From Daniel 3, the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego shows us that bold faith is not about avoiding trials, but trusting God even when the outcome is uncertain.

Their words echo through the ages: “Even if He does not rescue us, we will not bow down.” And when they were thrown into the flames, God Himself stepped into the fire, set them free, and walked with them. That same presence is with us today.

Whatever fire we face, emotional, financial, physical, or spiritual, we can stand firm. God is sovereign, He is good, and He is with us. As we wait on Him, He shows us how to move, how to walk, even how to worship in the fire.

May we be a people awakened to bold faith, refusing to bow to the idols of our age, testifying to a watching world that our God alone saves.

This past Sunday at Rooted Fellowship we were reminded that in Christ, we are a people of hope. From Romans 5:1–5, we saw that hope is not naïve optimism, but a deep confidence rooted in Jesus’ finished work. Through His death and resurrection, we have peace with God, endurance in suffering, proven character, and a hope that will not disappoint because God has poured His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit.

As we step into a new season, we’re called to be a people marked by hope—in our homes, workplaces, and city. Even in affliction, God is forming endurance and character that leads us to lift our eyes to Him. Because the tomb is empty, anything is possible.

May we be known as a church awakened to bold hope, living as a new family in Christ, and proclaiming His goodness to a world in desperate need of it.

As Rooted turns 10, we’re praying for Bold Awakening and this week, Bold Truth. In Acts 7 Stephen embodies truth and love: he tells hard truth to hardened hearts, sees Jesus standing at the Father’s right hand, and forgives his enemies as he’s stoned. God then uses Stephen’s faithful witness to propel the gospel beyond Jerusalem eventually reaching even Saul. Bold revival grows where God’s people speak truth without compromise and love without condition. Let’s be a church that keeps the main thing the main thing: Jesus crucified, risen, reigning, and returning and let’s speak that truth in love wherever He sends us.

This Sunday we kick off Awaken—Rooted’s annual birthday season—celebrating 10 years of God’s faithfulness and asking Him for Bold Revival. From Mark 2:1–12 and Mark 10:32–45, Pastor Jono called us to a faith that tears through roofs to bring people to Jesus and a greatness that picks up the towel to serve. As we pray for seven awakenings—Bold Love, Service, Truth, Faith, Prayer, Hope, and Witness—today’s focus is clear: love that perseveres through obstacles and service that dies to self because the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.

Bring your Bible, bring your “one more,” and bring a willing heart. Let’s ask God to awaken bold love and bold service—in our church, our city, and our nation.

Today we prayed for Awaken month's theme - BOLD REVIVAL

Led by the holy scriptures, we prayed on the following topics:

1)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD SERVICE

2)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD LOVE

3)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD TRUTH

4)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD FAITH

5)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD PRAYER

6)That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD HOPE

7) That He would AWAKEN us to BOLD WITNESS

This Sunday, Elder Kenny closed our Discipleship series with a charge from Matthew 28:16–20. He reminded us that discipleship begins with grace, costs us daily, transcends culture, and culminates in the Great Commission. Jesus calls ordinary people—doubters, fishermen, zealots, tax collectors, and us—to go, baptize, and teach. The mission is not ours alone but empowered by the authority and presence of Christ. The Great Commission is not the “Great Suggestion”—it is God’s invitation to join Him in reaching the nations. Will we be a church that goes?

Elder Bongani reminded us from Acts 15 that salvation is by grace alone through faith in Christ with no cultural add-ons. The gospel transcends every culture, preserves what is good, and transforms what is broken.

Whether in our traditions, Ubuntu, or family identity, Jesus doesn’t erase who we are. He redeems it. Our truest identity? Children of the living God.

The call: practice cultural discipleship by engaging your culture with wisdom, honour Christ above all, and keep the gospel central.

In Luke 14:25–35, Jesus makes it clear — salvation is free, but following Him will cost you everything. Discipleship isn’t a label; it’s a daily, Spirit-empowered surrender that shapes your relationships, priorities, and possessions. Each believer has a unique cost to count, and together as a church, we do too. The reward? Life with Christ now and forever. Are we just fans of Jesus, or true followers willing to go wherever He leads?

This week at Rooted Fellowship, Pastor Jono kicked off a brand-new sermon series titled simply Discipleship. Coming off a significant moment in the life of our church, saying farewell to our founding leaders, Pastor One and Mamoruti Confidence, the focus now shifts to how we live out our faith as followers of Jesus.

Rooted is a disciple-making church, and this series dives deep into what that means—not just in theory, but in everyday life. Drawing from Ephesians 2:1–10, we were reminded that discipleship begins with God’s grace. We were dead in our sins, captive to the world, the flesh, and the devil—but God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ. That’s our origin story.

Discipleship isn’t about mere cultural Christianity or religious habits; it’s about a transformed life rooted in Jesus. This transformation leads to good works, not to earn salvation, but in response to it. Pastor Jono challenged us to reflect on how we’re living out our faith in our time, treasures, and talents, and to intentionally engage those who are spiritually far from God.

As we begin this journey through discipleship, we’re invited to pray for our “one more” — the person God is calling us to reach — and to live with gospel urgency. Let’s be a people who know our story, live it out boldly, and invite others into the life-changing grace of Jesus.

As we conclude both our sermon series in Galatians and a significant chapter in the life of Rooted Fellowship, we are reminded of one unshakable truth: you are free. Not because of what you’ve done, but because of what Christ has done. In this final message, we explore the last chapters of Galatians where Paul moves from theology to practice — urging us to stand firm in gospel freedom and never submit again to a yoke of slavery.

We are children of promise, not performance — heirs through grace, not effort. But freedom is not passive. It must be fiercely protected, walked out daily in the Spirit, and used not for self but for service. The call is clear: love one another, restore gently, carry one another’s burdens, and sow in the Spirit. We are not building a community of perfection, but a community of grace.

And as the Mokgatles step away, One’s charge to us echoes Paul’s: Stay free. Keep Christ at the center. Let the cross be your only boast. Build churches and communities where grace reigns, diversity thrives, and the Spirit of God transforms hearts.

Rooted Fellowship: You are free. Stay free — and help others find that same freedom in Christ.

This week in our Be Free series through Galatians, we turned to chapter 4 where Paul reminds us of a stunning truth: in Christ, we are no longer slaves, but sons and daughters—heirs of God. With clarity and pastoral warmth, we were reminded that our identity in Christ changes everything. It’s not performance, pedigree, or circumstance that define us—but the love of a Father who redeems, adopts, and delights in His children.

Through Paul’s words and a powerful illustration from The Prince and the Pauper, we explored the tragedy of living like a slave even though we sit at the King’s table. We saw how the Spirit enables us to cry Abba, Father—the same intimate relationship Jesus has with the Father is now ours.

We were challenged to stop begging and start belonging. To pray like children, not beggars. To serve from love, not fear. And to rest in a dignity, freedom, and joy that performance-based religion can never offer.

Whether you’re struggling with shame, anxious about the future, or caught in a cycle of trying to earn God’s love—this message is a call home. Because if you are in Christ, you are royalty. Live like it.

This week’s message in our Be Free series dives deep into Galatians 3:15–29, a passage where Paul reminds the church that we are not spiritual beggars trying to earn God’s favor—we are heirs of the promise. Just like someone unknowingly living in poverty while holding the title to a great inheritance, many believers today live under law and performance, forgetting that every spiritual blessing is already ours in Christ.

Paul tackles a crucial question: What is the relationship between God’s law and God’s promise? His answer is radical—God’s promise predates and outweighs the law. The law was temporary, a guardian pointing us to Christ, but now that faith has come, we are no longer under supervision. We are sons and daughters of God, clothed in Christ, united across every human boundary.

This message calls us to reject salvific hierarchies, embrace our identity as free children in God’s family, and live from promise, not performance. In Christ, we don’t strive to earn an inheritance—we live from it. We are clothed in Christ, no longer defined by scars or achievements, but by His finished work on the cross.

Rooted, you are heirs. So live like it. Believe it. Embrace it. You are free.

In part five of our Galatians series, we’re reminded that the Christian life begins and continues by faith in Christ alone. Paul confronts the Galatians—and us—with a sobering question: if we began by the Spirit, why do we now try to finish by the flesh? In this powerful message, we hear again the heartbeat of the gospel: salvation is not earned through law-keeping, rituals, or performance, it is received by faith. Drawing from their own experience, the life of Abraham, and even the Old Testament law itself, Paul makes one thing clear: Jesus bore the curse of the law on our behalf so that we could be blessed with the promise of the Spirit. May we stop striving, lay down our self-effort, and rest in the finished work of Christ.

This week, we continue our Be Free series in Galatians by confronting one of the biggest threats to Christian freedom—adding to the gospel. In Galatians 2:11–21, Paul boldly opposes Peter for compromising the truth of the gospel out of fear and cultural pressure. Through this powerful account, we’re reminded that salvation is by grace alone through faith in Christ alone—no traditions, preferences, or additions required. We’re called to stand firm in that truth, to lovingly confront gospel compromise, and to embrace unity in our beautiful diversity as the church. Christ died not to give us religion, but to give us Himself. Let’s live like we are truly free.

On a freezing Sunday morning, we continued our powerful journey through Galatians with a reminder that freedom isn’t free. As Paul walks us through a confrontation in Galatians 2, we see what it means to stand firm when the gospel is challenged. The message is clear: salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone—no additions, no negotiations.

Paul’s refusal to compromise—“not even for a moment”—isn’t about being stubborn. It’s about preserving gospel truth for future generations. This sermon challenged us to examine where we might be tempted to add to the gospel, out of pressure, fear, or tradition. Are we still living like we’re in Egypt even though we’ve been set free?

From personal faith to family expectations, church culture to evangelism, we were called to stand firm in the truth of the gospel. Not to be difficult—but to be free, and to keep others free too.

The gospel is sufficient. Do you treasure it?

The gospel transforms people on a supernatural level.

A personal encounter with Jesus Christ powerfully transformed Paul. Jesus not only revealed Himself to Paul, but also in and through him. And so the early church glorified God because of the work He did in Paul, proving that no one is too sinful to be saved.

That begs the question: Do other people glorify God because of the way He is reflected in your life?

In this powerful opening to his letter, Paul confronts the Galatian church with urgency and clarity. No holding back. He reminds them that his message and apostleship come directly from Jesus Christ, not human authority, and expresses deep concern that they are turning to a distorted gospel.

Pastor One explores the dangers of compromising the true gospel, the importance of divine calling, and the call to stand firm in grace, even when it's unpopular.

From persecutor to preacher — Saul’s encounter with Jesus changed everything. But it wasn’t just his story. It was the start of a mission we’re still part of.

Paul was God’s chosen instrument. And now? So are we.

As Rooted enters a new chapter, the question isn’t were they convinced?

It’s are we?

This week, we stepped into one of Jesus’ most well-known stories — the parable of the prodigal son — but with fresh eyes and open hearts. More than a tale of rebellion and return, this story reveals the heart of the Father: compassionate, pursuing, and eager to restore. We traced the downward spiral of the younger son into spiritual poverty and the tragic distance of the elder son, physically near yet spiritually far. But at the center of it all stands the Father — running toward the broken, embracing the ashamed, and reminding the self-righteous that everything He has is already theirs. Whether you’re coming home for the first time or realizing you’ve been in the house with the wrong heart, the invitation is the same: come in. The table is set. The celebration has already begun.

In part three of our Your Story Matters series, Pastor One walks us through one of the most radical personal transformations in Scripture—the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19. More than a tale of a tax collector, this encounter shows the far-reaching power of the gospel to redeem identity, reframe our relationship with money, and restore broken community. Jesus doesn’t just save Zacchaeus from something; He saves him for something. With stunning immediacy, Zacchaeus responds not with words, but with action—showing that real faith touches every part of life: our wallets, our reputations, and our responsibility to others. This message is a call to recognize that Jesus still seeks and saves the lost, still calls us by name, and still transforms everything about everything. Your story matters—because when Jesus finds you, everything changes.

This week, Pastor One continues our Your Story Matters series by exploring the transformative call of Matthew in Matthew 9. With just two words—Follow Me—Jesus interrupts a life marked by shame and exclusion, offering purpose, redemption, and belonging. This moment is more than a personal encounter—it’s a profound picture of how grace reaches into the most unexpected places and changes everything. The message challenges us to consider whether we’ve truly responded to Jesus’ call—not just to believe, but to follow. It’s a call to both salvation and mission; to leave behind the familiar and step into the greatest adventure of our lives. Your story matters because the One calling you is still writing it.

Everyone has a story — and yours matters more than you think. In our new series, “You Have a Story”, we’re exploring how God uses real, everyday people to show His goodness and power. From brokenness to boldness, from shame to testimony — Jesus meets us where we are and sends us out to tell the world. Your story, your journey, your life today is part of His plan. Come ready to see how God can use your story to change lives!

The tomb is empty—anything is possible. This Easter, we celebrate not just an event in history, but a present reality: Jesus is the resurrection and the life. From the story of Lazarus, we see how Jesus meets us in our grief, calls us by name, and breathes new life into what we thought was dead. Whether you’re full of faith or full of questions, the invitation is the same—come out of the tomb. Leave behind the grave clothes. New life begins now.

This Good Friday, we slow down and reflect at the foot of the cross. Through the eyes of five eyewitnesses—Mary, the Centurion, the Thief, John, and the hidden disciples—we witness the power, love, and sacrifice of Jesus. Each saw the same event, yet walked away transformed in different ways. What do we see when we look at the cross? This isn’t just history—it’s personal. Join us as we become the sixth witness, letting the cross move from story to encounter, from symbol to transformation.

This week, we’re diving into the story of Palm Sunday—Jesus’ humble yet world-shaking ride into Jerusalem. While the people longed for a triumphant military hero, our Savior chose a lowly donkey, pointing to the kind of King He truly is: one who embraces suffering before glory, and welcomes every person—outsiders, children, and the hurting—into His kingdom. Join us as we explore how Jesus clears the way for genuine worship, demonstrating both His tender mercy and His unshakeable authority. It’s a powerful reminder that He’s not just a King for some, but the King for all. Don’t miss this chance to discover (or rediscover) the transforming hope found in our humble, yet victorious, Messiah.

Esther 9–10

In our final sermon of the series we see Esther's story ending with the Jewish people secure, their enemies defeated, and their future commemorated through the festival of Purim. Though God's name is never mentioned in the book, His fingerprints are on every page of this remarkable story.

Today, we might face our own version of Haman's plots, and we might wonder, where God is in our story. The book of Esther reminds us that even when God seems hidden, He is working. Even when circumstances seem hopeless, deliverance is near.

Esther 8:1-17 (CSB)

In Esther chapter 8, we discover a remarkable “rags-to-riches” reversal: Mordecai goes from sackcloth and ashes to wearing the king’s royal robes, and Esther inherits Haman’s vast estate. Although the king’s first decree still threatens the Jews, God opens a way for Esther and Mordecai to craft a second decree—allowing their people to defend themselves. This is more than just personal relief; it’s an invitation to rescue an entire community.

In this sermon, we see how God doesn’t merely remove our problems—He often empowers us to overcome them, turning dire circumstances into new opportunities. As Esther and Mordecai move from fear to faith, we’re reminded that God is lavishly generous and always at work behind the scenes. Will we trust His sovereign plan, and use our position—whatever it may be—to serve and intercede for others?

Esther 7:1-10 (CSB)

In this climactic chapter, Queen Esther finally reveals her Jewish identity and pleads for her people’s lives, exposing Haman’s murderous plot before King Ahasuerus. Ironically, the gallows Haman constructed for Mordecai become his own undoing—showing how God’s providence thwarts even the most sinister schemes.

In this sermon, we see that while God’s name isn’t mentioned, His unseen hand is unmistakably at work. Esther’s courage and willingness to risk everything point us to the ultimate Savior, Jesus, who gave up His heavenly throne to rescue us. When we trust God’s faithfulness and step forward in obedience—like Esther—we become part of His unfolding plan to deliver and restore His people.

Esther 6:1-14 (CSB)

In Esther chapter 6, a restless night sets off a chain of events that flips the script on Haman’s schemes. The king, unable to sleep, stumbles upon the forgotten act of Mordecai’s loyalty, leading to an ironic twist where Haman is forced to honor the very man he planned to destroy.

This sermon unpacks God’s providential timing and the inevitable fall of pride. Even when we can’t see Him, God is always at work, orchestrating reversals that align with His perfect plan. Will we trust His unseen hand and walk in humility, knowing that He exalts the faithful in His time?

Esther 5:1-14 (CSB)

In Esther chapter 5, we witness Esther’s bold move to approach the king—an act that risked her life but showcased her growing trust in God’s unseen work. Meanwhile, Haman’s pride boils over, revealing a heart consumed by self-importance and laying the groundwork for his downfall.

In this sermon, we discover that even when His name isn’t mentioned, God’s providential hand weaves every detail together. Like Esther, we’re invited to participate in His plan, using our position and courage to serve others. Will we trust the One who works behind the scenes, confident that His purposes will prevail?

Esther 4:1-17 (CSB)
In Esther chapter 4, Mordecai's powerful words, 'perhaps you have come to your royal position for such a time as this,' propelled Esther from fear to action, transforming a situation of certain destruction into one of possible rescue for the Jewish people.

In this sermon, we learn that God's sovereignty doesn't eliminate human involvement; rather, our choices operate within God's sovereignty. While God's promises guarantee specific outcomes, the journey of the individual involved is not always the same.

As Haman’s power grows, so does his hatred for God’s people. Casting lots to determine the day of destruction, he manipulates King Ahasuerus into issuing a decree for the annihilation of the Jews. Meanwhile, the city of Susa is thrown into confusion, unaware that God is already at work behind the scenes.

In this sermon, we explore how the enemy’s schemes are no match for God’s sovereignty. Even when He seems silent, His plan is unfolding. Will we trust in His unseen hand, knowing that deliverance is coming?

As Esther settles into her new role as queen, the tension in Persia begins to rise. Mordecai’s quiet faithfulness leads him to uncover a plot against the king, yet he remains unnoticed. Meanwhile, Haman, a man consumed by pride, is elevated to power. When Mordecai refuses to bow before him, a personal grudge turns into a dangerous plot against an entire people.

In this sermon, we see how small acts of faithfulness and integrity can have far-reaching consequences, even in the face of opposition. Through it all, God is still at work behind the scenes, setting the stage for His greater plan of deliverance.

Esther 2:1-18 (CSB)

The book of Esther tells the captivating story of a young Jewish woman who became queen of Persia and saved her people. It's a powerful narrative about identity, purpose, and courage in the face of adversity.

In our second sermon, we are introduced to Mordecai and his orphaned niece Esther. We witness as God quietly works in the background as Esther gains unmerited favour and moves from being an orphan to becoming royalty.

Esther 1:1- 22(CSB)
The book of Esther tells the captivating story of a young Jewish woman who became queen of Persia and saved her people. It's a powerful narrative about identity, purpose, and courage in the face of adversity. Our first sermon explores King Ahasuerus, whose self-centeredness reveals weakness, not power.

Ephesians 6: 12-18 (CSB)
Pastor One Mokgatle emphasizes that worship is a crucial spiritual practice. It's more than just singing; it's a lifestyle of acknowledging God's presence and purpose in every aspect of life. Worship is a powerful weapon against the enemy, and it involves actively declaring God's word, work, and worth over our lives.
As worship is an act of obedience, the key question is: What is your next step in obeying God?

Revelation 5: 1-6 (CSB)
We're thrilled to continue our 'Year of Worship' series! Building on last year's success, Pastor Jono Tudhope will again guide us, exploring the vital question: 'What does God-glorifying corporate worship entail?' He'll delve into three key themes: Christ-centered worship, Holy Spirit-led worship, and worship as a response to our loving Father

Romans 12: 1-2 (CSB)
We're excited to continue our 'Year of Worship' series! Last year's series was a success, and we believe God wants us to explore it further. Pastor Jono Tudhope will lead us, asking the important question: 'Why do we Worship?' He'll focus on three key areas: the purpose of worship, making worship a priority in our lives, and experiencing God's presence during worship.

Prayer opens the door to the throne room of God. So let us prayer joining with those in the scriptures who cried out to God.

Luke 2.21-35 (CSB)
Simeon’s heartfelt reaction captures a universal truth about our shared journey for peace and redemption. His beautiful declaration, “For my eyes have seen your salvation,” made upon seeing Jesus, highlights not just the fulfillment of a lifelong promise from God, but also emphasizes that Christ is the ultimate savior—perfect, sufficient, and essential for believing in the redemption of all humanity.

Matthew 2: 1 - 12 (CSB)
When last did you fall on your knees and worship Jesus? When last did you give Him your most precious possession – which is you – Jesus wants you. He came and died for you. You fall on your knees and offer yourself as living sacrifices, for this is holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship.

Luke 2:8-20 (CSB)

The story of the shepherds highlights the gospel’s appeal to everyone. The shepherds, an unlikely group viewed as outcasts, untrustworthy often labeled as criminals had no influence or power. Yet, this is the group God selected to reach out to in the fields in a spectacular way.

We see them being obedient by immediately going to see the newborn King and spreading the good news which made them first missionaries of the gospel! God calls everyone regardless of affiliation, past or societal standing. The gospel is for everyone.

Matthew 1: 18 - 25 (CSB)
Joseph and Mary, an engaged couple, discover that Mary is miraculously pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Despite not having been intimate, she carries the child of God.

Joseph, initially confused and concerned about Mary's reputation, contemplates the serious consequences of her potential adultery. However, an angel appears to him, revealing the divine nature of the pregnancy and assuring him of the child's significance.

Overcoming societal judgment, Joseph chooses to honor the divine plan and marry Mary. He sacrifices his own reputation to fulfill his role as the earthly father of Jesus, the promised Savior.

Luke 1:26-56 (CSB)
Young Mary, a woman from Nazareth, was betrothed to Joseph, a carpenter. An angel named Gabriel appeared to her, revealing that she was chosen by God to bear the Messiah. Trusting in God's plan, Mary humbly accepted her destiny, saying, "Let it be to me according to your word." God often selects ordinary individuals to accomplish extraordinary things.

Luke 1:5-24 and Luke 1:57-80 (CSB)
A priest who served in the Lord's temple, Zechariah was told by an angel that his barren wife would bear a son. Despite this divine promise, he responded with scepticism, disbelief, and doubt. God, however, takes disobedience seriously, as evidenced by the punishment He imposed on Zechariah. Yet, in His infinite mercy, God transformed this rebuke into a reward, fulfilling His promise and bringing forth a son who would prepare the way for the Messiah.

We praise and worship the Lord's mercy and grace as 3 members get baptised.

We end off the series on the book of Jude with a discussion between Pastor One Mokgatle and Dr Stephen Taylor. They encourage us to contend for the faith and also answer questions from the congregation about the book.

Keep yourselves in God's love through the power of the Holy Spirit in prayer. Once firmly rooted, you can contend for the faith by leading with mercy.

How long will Rooted Fellowship survive? The book of Jude warns us that all sorts of false teachers may slip in unnoticed and lead people astray. The charge to us is to contend for the one true faith – to #STAYROOTED.

Psalm 146 -150 (CSB)
Pastor Jono Tudhope takes us through the last 5 Chapters of the Psalms.
These point us to ways in which we can worship God.

We worship through trusting God's Justice and obeying His Word. We worship through being united with one another and participating in the commission to spread the Gospel.
We worship God for all eternity, singing endless Hallelujah!

Philemon 1 - 25 (CSB)
Pastor One Mokgatle wraps up the series of Philemon, and the focus is on Forgiveness.

Paul encourages Philemon to forgive Onesimus.
Forgiveness draws us closer to the Father. It displays our faith in the finished work of Jesus' death on the cross and opens the door to healing.
We are empowered by God's unmerited forgiveness of our sins to forgive one another

Philemon 1-22 (CSB)
The focus in Part 2 of the series on Philemon is Gospel-centered Reconciliation.
We hear that the Gospel transforms the heart of the offender into the heart of a repenter, the offended into the forgiver and the observer into the peacemaker.

In Christ Jesus, we have been forgiven and reconciled to God. In view of this grace, we are called to repent, forgive, and be peacemakers.

Philemon 1-25 (CSB)
The book of Philemon is a short yet explosive book that appeals for reconciliation among brothers and sisters in Christ .
The story of Onesimus and Philemon is also our story — it is the story of Jesus transforming us from useless to useful, from wandering runaways to beloved brothers and sisters.
Pastor One Mokgatle highlights 4 theological themes we will cover over this sermon series:
1. Redemption
2. Reconciliation
3. Fellowship
4. Societal transformation

Philippians 4:4-7 (CSB)
Pastor Adam Ramsey walks us through Philippians 4

Because we live in ever-changing circumstances, we can trust in the Lord who is omnipotent and omnipresent.

The Lord is near, and so we can exchange our worry for prayer. We can rest and rejoice always. We are empowered to be Unworried about anything and draw close to God, living prayerful lives filled with fearlessness.

Psalm 22:22-31 (CSB)
Can the Gospel impact the complexity of our Heritage?
Psalm 22 describes the ministry of the Risen Christ, the power of the Gospel in Every Heritage.
God is forming a family for Himself from all people, and all people come from all places.

Luke 24: 13 - 35 (CSB)
Our vision is to see the world Awaken to the wonder of God and His transcultural church. Awaken to the power of the Gospel to save the nations.
Pastor One Mokgatle wraps up Awaken weekend by reminding us that the greatest gift we could ever receive is Jesus Christ, who came to seek and save the lost. While on this rescue mission, He invites us to be part of it. Will you surrender your life to Jesus?

Matthew 13:44 (ESV)
Our vision is to see the world Awaken to the wonder of God and His transcultural church. Awaken to the power of the Gospel to save the nations.
Pastor Juan Mosavel kicks us off by pointing us to the Immeasurable value of the Kingdom of God, where he shows that nothing compares to the kingdom of God. Everything else will leave us dissatisfied.

John 4: 7 - 15 (ESV)
Our vision is to see the world Awaken to the wonder of God and His transcultural church. Awaken to the power of the Gospel to save the nations.
Pastor Mojo Lephoto gives us a message about the rediscovery of the priesthood of all believers. Encouraging us to participate in God's mission in the world.

Psalm 91:1-16 (CSB)
A Psalm of protection, deliverance, and provision for those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High.

God is our refuge and our fortress, protecting us from the snares of Satan, the deceit of our hearts, and the brokenness of this world.

When we are in the shadow of Gods wings, nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ. In Jesus, we have Protection, Satisfaction and Salvation.

Psalm 63: 1 - 11 (CSB)
David penned this Psalm when he was in the Wilderness for a 2nd time. Once again, he is on the run from those pursuing his death.

In the midst of this calamity, he prays only for one thing - God's presence, God's love, God alone.

Through this Psalm, we see how David declares and affirms his dependence on God, we learn how to posture our hearts and how to respond in the wilderness of our lives.

Psalm 24: 1 - 10 (CSB)
This Psalm is a coronation song about the reign of Jesus as our victorious ruler.

On the cross, He has conquered sin and death.
Removed the punishment for sin, the power of sin, and one day - the presence of sin.

Who is the King of Glory?

He who has clean hands and a pure heart. He does not appeal to what is false or deceitful. A righteous king who brings salvation and is a blessing to all nations.

In view of His great mercy, let us worship Him and surrender our lives!

Psalm 98: 1– 9 (CSB)
A Psalm of victorious joy!
The Psalm encourages us to sing a new song, to praise the Lord because praise is the pathway to Joy.

All of nature will sing, clap and shout out in praise.
We are called to remember God's faithful love through the salvation we gain in Christ.

God's unending praise may not be your soundtrack at the moment, but your salvation is set and secure in work of Christ, that is a reason to sing, to praise the Lord and shout for joy.

Psalm 51:1–19 (CSB)
David approaches God in prayer with a broken and contrite heart, ready to repent and be retsored to a life of worship.

Psalm 51 is a personal prayer and a model for how the people of God should think , feel, and act when they are confronted with their sin.

This psalm reminds us of God’s kindness, mercy, and love for us. A love fully expressed in Christ Jesus. In Him, we find full restoration and the renewal of our hearts.

Psalm 46: 1-11 (CSB)
In Psalm 46 we hear that we live in treacherous times and The End is always near.

But we can rest in the fact that God is a proven help. Through the desolation, destruction and disaster, we know one thing: Jesus is our secure shelter. He is nearer to us than our every fear, pain, sorrow, or hardship.

Rest in and rely upon Him.

Psalm 55:1-23 (CSB)
This Psalm was written by David while he was dealing with the pain of loss, conflict, and betrayal. In the midst of it all, he chooses to cast his burdens on the Lord with faith that God can carry them.

We are a People of a Promise. Jesus has taken all of our afflictions to the cross. He has forgiven us so that we can freely forgive others. He understands your pain, He can carry it as He carries you.
Lay your burdens at His feet.

Psalm 57 : 1-11 (CSB)
David writes Psalm 57 while he is in hiding, a dangerous time in his life.

He chooses not to focus on the situation around him but rather on God, who is above him. He cries out to God, seeking refuge in Him.

Through this Psalm, we are encouraged to exalt God in the face of challenges and to be anchored in His steadfast love while actively seeking His glory by making him known.

Are you in trouble?
Seek His grace for refuge
Trust in His salvation
Get up and make Him known

Philippians 4:6-9 (CSB)
Your mental health matters to God.
Pursuing mental health is one of the ways that we love God with our minds.

Pastor One Mokgatle and Clinical Psychologist Thabang Tlaka have a discussion about Mental Health & The Church. The discussion covers topics such as depression, suicide, trauma, and how to know when one should consider seeing a psychologist.

Philippians 4:6-9 (CSB)
Your mental health matters to God
Pursuing mental health is one of the ways that we love God with our minds.

Jesus adds to the Great Commandment in Mark 12: 28 - 30. We aught to love the Lord with our minds as well.

Pastor One Mokgatle walks us through Phillipias 4:6-7 where the bible teaches us how to respond when dealing with mental health
1. Pray
2. Petition
3. Give thanks

And the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and mind in Christ Jesus.

Psalm 127 : 3 (NLT)
Children are a gift, blessing, and reward from the Lord.
Parenting is about discipline and discipleship. Raising and leading our children towards developing a deep love and devotion for Jesus.

Pastor One encourages parents to live intentional lives with a mission to point our children to Christ. To tell them testimonies that highlight the work of the Lord in our daily lives and provide and pray for them.

After the sermon, he is joined by Confidence, Edgar and Clarinda for a panel discussion to delve into other themes around the topic of parenting.

Ephesians 5:22-33(CSB)
Marriage was created by God. It is a reflection of the relationship between Christ and His Bride - the church.

Pastor One encourages us to honour marriage, cherish it, fight for it, and serve our spouses. In doing so, we glorify God and find absolute joy in this union.

After the sermon, he is joined by Confidence, Bongani and Molebogeng for a panel discussion and delve into other themes around the topic of marriage.

1 Corinthians 7:6-7 (CSB)
What does the counsel of God say to a person who desires a God glorifying marriage, is committed to finding a spouse with biblical wisdom, and still, marriage does not come?

Pastor One Mokgatle unpacks three biblical categories to think through for those navigating unwanted singleness.
After the sermon, he is joined by Palesa, Confidence, and Stephen for a panel discussion to further discuss the topic of singleness

Psalm 27: 1 – 14 (CSB)
David writes Psalm 27 during a difficult and dangerous time in his life.
We are encouraged to place our confidence in the Lord. In the midst of troubles, trials, and tribulations, we are taught to behold God's beauty and seek his presence above all else.
And he will rescue us!

Our salvation and victory are found in the finished work of Christ,so be strong and courageous as we wait on the Lord.

Psalm 42: 1 - 11 (CSB)
Psalm 42 reminds us that we were created to have a deep need for God.
There is no deeper hole than the human soul, and God is the only one with the capacity to fill it. He alone can satisfy.
When our souls are parched and thirsty for God, we need to be honest with ourselves, run to God, and speak to our souls to put our hope in Him.

Psalm 23:1-6 (CSB)
Psalm 23 is a well-known and popular Psalm, David wrote it to express his feelings about his relationship with his Heavenly Father during a time of difficulty in his life. David declared that the Lord is our shepherd.
As we entrust ourselves to this shepherd, he teaches us, day by day, that as long as we are near him, we shall not want. Even in discomfort. Even in rejection. Even in the valley of the shadow of death.
Jesus spilt his blood so we could lie down in green pastures . He laid His life in the grave so ours could be restored. Jesus is the good shepherd, and He invites each one of us to accept Him as our Lord and Saviour.

Psalm 19: 1 - 14 (NIV)
The purpose of the universe is not just to simply be a home for us humans but to show off the splendour and the majesty and the greatness and the glory of God. The beauty of creation reflects its artist.
God has revealed Himself in His creation and in His Word. The question is, how will you respond?

Psalm 16: 1 – 11 (CSB)
The Psalms are written to be prayed, recited, sung and lived out - not merely to be read. David writes this Psalm in times of peace in his life and wants to lead his heart to hold fast to his love for and belief in God.
In Psalm 16, we are called to seek protection from the temptation of loving the things of the world above God.
We are reminded to pray at all times, delight in the community of God's people, and to put God as the centre of our pleasure and joy.

Psalm 14: 1-7 (CSB)
Psalm 14 describes the state of the world - turned away from God, fallen and in ruins.

God looks down from heaven, seeking for those who are just, Godly, righteous and obedient to Him.

We are anchored in the truth of the love and work of Jesus. Only faith in Christ can make us just, Godly and Righteous.

Jesus has come to save and restore us.

Psalm 8: 1-9 (CSB)
In Psalm 8, David speaks of God's great majesty as seen in the skies and upon the earth. Yet, our great God and King cares deeply for each one of us.
In view of His mighty love, our response is to worship Him and magnify His name.

The timeless wisdom found in Psalm 1 explores the contrasting journeys of good and evil - righteousness and wickedness. It reminds us that true happiness can only be found in Jesus. While many have searched elsewhere, they have come up consistently empty. The promise is clear - a life lived following God and His Word leads to abundance, perseverance, and heavenly protection, while the path of the wicked leads to ruin. Which path will you take?

Philippians 3: 10-11 (CSB)
Jesus is not dead. When He rose from the grave, putting death to death, He guaranteed eternal life for those who put their faith in Him. The Resurrection is a preview of our future, which makes us steadfast and immovable in the present.

Philippians 2:5-11 (CSB)
Jesus rides into Jerusalem with one thing on his mind. Forgiving your sins. Jesus is Just and is here with Salvation for You.

Pastor One Mokgatle and Public Policy researcher, Kagiso Pooe, have a discussion about politics and the church. The discussion gives Christians tools to engage in the political arena as we are called to be salt and light to the world.

Matthew 5:13-16 (CSB)
Christians are called to be salt and light to the world. We possess the ability to bring change and to influence a thirst for God's word. This call extends to how we view and engage with politics and the government. Our mission is rooted in the knowledge that empires and nations come and go, but God's Kingdom reigns forever.

When God made us in His image and breathed the breath of life into our lungs – He designed us to find genuine joy, inner peace, and satisfaction in one place only – and that's with Him. For He is the creator and sustainer of EVERYTHING!

Proverbs 3:1-12 (CSB)
God is generous to us. He gave his first and best through Jesus. We are called to be generous in our giving, doing so thoughtfully, free and joyfully. This is an act of worship.

1 Corinthians 6:9-17 (CSB)
As we fight against sexual immorality, we are called to remember that Jesus fights for and alongside us. He draws near to us as we draw near to Him, and in Him, there is no condemnation. You are not your own. You were bought with a price. So, glorify God with your body.

Philippians 2:3 – 11 (CSB)
Humility and service to others are the key to greatness. A leader is a servant. Greatness is not determined by our position of power, but rather our posture and relationship with Jesus.

Genesis 1:1-5 (CSB)
God worked to create the universe and all that is within it. He is still working to sustain it. His purpose for work has always been for our good and His Glory. We are called to worship the Lord through our work.

Genesis 1:26-28 (CSB)
The world we live in is basically enemy-occupied territory. Christianity tells the story of the rightful King who came to earth to establish His kingdom and has invited His followers to join Him in advancing this kingdom.

John 12:1-11 (CSB)
In an extravagant act of worship, we see Mary anoint Jesus' feet with a high-priced perfume. A selfless act of love and devotion—an appropriate way to honour the Messiah.
Through panel discussions and prayer, Pastor One Mokgatle gives details of exciting changes at Rooted Fellowship in 2024.

Romans 12: 1-2 (CSB)
We at Rooted Fellowship have declared 2024 as the Year of Worship.
We worship because we are in awe and wonder.
We worship because it leads to wholeness.
We worship because we are at war.

Luke 19:1-10 (CSB)
The greatest gift we could ever receive is Jesus Christ, who came to seek and save the lost.

Colossians 2:13-15 (CSB)
Christ conquered sin, death and Satan. God sent His son on a mission to rescue us and through him we have been liberated. In Him we have also conquered.

John 3:16-19 (CSB)
God has the power, authority, and position to condemn us for all our sins, yet he graciously sent Jesus Christ, who gave his life as ransom for us. Through Jesus, God's rescue mission not only frees us from condemnation, it gives us eternal life.

Luke 2: 1-20 (CSB)
Part 2 of our Advent Series details how the birth of a baby in a Manger, in a small town called Bethlehem, is a pivotal moment in God's Rescue Mission. Jesus' birth ushers in God's plan to rescue us from this broken world.
We are called to worship, praise, and spread the Gospel.

Colossians 1:9-14 (CSB)
Jesus' perfect life, selfless death, and triumphal resurrection has rescued us from darkness. In part 1 of our Advent series, we are reminded why we need rescuing. God's rescue mission should lead to lives filled with gratitude to Him.

Hebrews 13:20-25 (CSB)
In the final sermon on the Book of Hebrews, we are reminded that the God of peace will equip us with everything good to do his will. We are called to respond by glorifying God through obedience to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 13:7-19 (CSB)
The elders' primary responsibility is the oversight of Doctrine, Direction, Discipline, and to model lives of Distinction. Pastor One Mokgatle and the Elders at Rooted Fellowship hold a panel discussion on these 4 areas of leadership.

As we enter the last 2 months of the year, what can we as disciples of the Lord Jesus learn from Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42.

Hebrews 13: 1-6 (CSB)
How we see God changes everything. If we look at him through the lens of the Bible, we will be overcome with awe and reverence, and this will have a massive impact on how we live others and engage in community.

Mark 4:35-41 CSB
Seeing Jesus for who is in the midst of storms and acknowledging him in his full revealed identity in our daily lives.

Hebrews 12:14-29 (CSB)

Hebrews 12:3-13

Discipline from the Lord is evidence of Gods love towards you and His desire to grow you. So don’t reject it … receive it.

Hebrews 10:32-12:1-2 (CSB)

If you want to persevere in your walk with Jesus - you need to have FAITH.

Hebrews 10:26-31 (CSB)
The writer of Hebrews takes time to warn us of a road that according to Jesus, many, take. It’s a road that leads to judgement and can be avoided by trusting in Jesus as Lord and Saviour. Heed the warning - see the grace and live in it.

James 5:13-20 (CSB)

The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.

Joey Mongalo
2 Corinthians 15:18-21

We are reconciled to be reconcilers.

Wade McComas
Matthew 15:21-28

Jesus will cause all necessary offence to save you.

One Mokgatle
Romans 10:1-13

The simplicity of salvation is confess and believe.

HEBREWS 10:19-25(CSB)

In view of all that Christ has done for us, primarily in the sacrifice of Himself on the cross for our sakes, we are encouraged to do three things - three ways the blood of Jesus calls us to respond. So let us…

God’s adoption of us was intentional, it was costly, it saved us from death, it blesses us with a relationship with our Father as we are given a Spirit of sonship and it confers an eternal inheritance upon us. Thank you God for this blessing that flows from regeneration.

Regeneration or being born again is one of God’s mysteries. However, as theologians, there is much to discover and learn about it, as we examine Jesus’ words on being born again in John 3.

HEBREWS 9:11-10:18 (CSB)

Sin is a major problem, but Jesus is a great Savior, and because of Him, because of His body broken for us and His blood shed for us we can have peace with God.

HEBREWS 9:1-14 (CSB)

Are you paralyzed by a dirty? Does that feeling of moral stain on your soul leave you in despair and hopelessness? There is one solution; only one thing that can cleanse and make you whole and that is the blood of Jesus Christ shed at the cross for you and me. And for anyone who believes that counted for them – you will be saved.

The writer of Hebrews brings to conclusion the Superiority of Jesus Christ's priesthood and how this priesthood mediates over a heavenly covenant. All of this is anchored in God being the one that does the work.

John 11:1-44 (ESV)

Jesus calls you by name to come out of the empty tomb. Take off your grave clothes and live in the freedom He has purchased for you by His death and resurrection.

HEBREWS 7:1-28 (CSB)

The author of Hebrews in chapter 7 clearly states that Jesus is better than any sacrificial system ever written under Moses. Jesus is the faithful and merciful high priest we need.

A follower of Jesus should want to make the most they can in order to make the biggest impact they can all for the Glory of God and the advancing of His Kingdom.

We are called to give our first and best because God gave us His first and best in Jesus. Our response to the Gospel should compel us to be generous with everything, and this includes our money and resources.

The Bible teaches that it’s possible to wisely save and invest for the future while also being rich toward God by storing up treasures in heaven. Saving and investing honours God because it rightly values money as a gift that He has given to us.

If we are to live the abundant life in our finances and manage money like grownups, we must first be honest with ourselves. Are we driven by fear, that leads to control or neglect? This will never lead to the abundant life.
We must anchor ourselves in the Biblical truths that shape our understanding about money and God.

HEBREWS 6:9-20 (CSB)

After giving three stern warnings the author of Hebrews begins to encourage the people of God, reminding them that God – who makes a promise and swears an oath – cannot lie! Therefore we can take Him at His word.

HEBREWS 5:11-6:8 (CSB)

The author of Hebrews gives some strong warnings that we should listen to. Be careful of immaturity, ambiguity and forgery that leads to apostasy.

HEBREWS 4:14-5:10 (CSB)

Jesus, is the ultimate High Priest – He is our ultimate High Priest, therefore we can boldly approach the throne of grace, so we can receive mercy and find grace.

HEBREWS 4:12-13 (CSB)
We are devoted to God’s Word because of what it is - it’s GOD’S WORD, - and because of what it does: it pierces, and divides, and discerns, and exposes, But we especially love it because, GOD’S WORD, shows us the Father!

HEBREWS 4:1-11(CSB)
Entering God’s rest should be a priority for God’s people. It brings us away from a slave-like relationship with God and into one that responds to His grace. It brings us past dead religion and into full life and joy with Him. It brings us away from fear and worries, and into a trust which is free in His love. It takes us past self-effort and self-righteousness into running in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

We were never ready for the COVID-19 pandemic. But are we ready for the ultimate unexpected global event? As we emerge from the pandemic let's re-evaluate our lives through the lens of scripture and a correct understanding of the time we live in. Let's do everything needed to be ready.

For many of us, all the worrying from the pandemic has caused us to get into some bad habits, and in some situations its caused us to fixate on the concerns of this world and to latch onto things whilst holding back from joyfully participating in the kingdom of God. In Luke 12:13-34 (CSB), Jesus has some encouraging words. Don't Worry!

It’s time to check in… How are we doing in light of the pandemic?

Jesus makes us Alive.

HEBREWS 3:1-19(CSB)
The hardening of hearts haunts the writer of Hebrews. His worry is that the fate of the generation of the Exodus will be repeated by the Jewish Christians – our concern should be, could this happen to us? Many of our spiritual exoduses had been beautiful – story after story of what God did, but the question is - when hardships come, will we finish well?

Hebrews 2:5-18 (CSB)

We are now presented with the humanity of Jesus, but nothing being taken away from His deity. Jesus is both fully God and fully human - two things necessary for the salvation of the world.

The writer of Hebrews warns us to pay attention to all that Jesus has said lest we drift away and find ourselves in dark dangerous waters. ARE YOU LISTENING?

Jesus is superior to all things hence we can trust Him for all things.

Hebrews 1:1-14

John 2:1-11 (CSB)
More than just a party trick!
Jesus reveals Himself as the True Bridegroom and foreshadows how He will make provision for the wedding supper of the Lamb.

John 11 (ESV)

The suffering in our lives could be the thing God uses to reveal more of Himself to us and make Himself known to others. We should not waste our suffering.

Revelation 19:1-10 (CSB)

A foretaste of the heavenly banquet that God will host to celebrate the union of Christ and the church.

Luke 7:36-50 (CSB)

Our response to God in love doesn’t depend on how sinful we actually are, but rather on how sinful we think we are.

Luke 5:27-39

The table matters! In fact, it matters so much that we decided to devote an entire series to it, upfront, nearer the beginning of the year, in light of the #More season that we believe God is calling us to as a local family of believers. In Luke 5:27-39 we learn that Jesus dines with Tax collectors like Levi and other sinners who are poor in Spirit. He meets them where they are and calls them to follow Him.

Acts 16 (CSB)
Sometimes we can get overwhelmed with thinking about reaching our city, our province, our country with the good news of Jesus. However often times it’s not about the massive crusade - it’s about the ONE MORE. The neighbour, the colleague, the friend, the family member. Starting with one and trusting God for more. Are you willing to take a step of faith and be obedient to the great commission for your one more.

2 Samuel 9:1-13 (CSB)
To be in fellowship with Jesus is to be in fellowship with the Church. The Gospel calls us to sit at the table with the King and feast with Him. At the table we fellowship and feast with Jesus and we fellowship and feast with one another.

John 15:8 (CSB)

God has given us - His children - the ability to be fruitful, to enjoy fruitfulness, and to increase in fruitfulness.

Ephesians 3:14-21 (CSB)

God calls His children to a life of MORE.
MORE of His Presence, MORE of His power and MORE of His promises. This MORE is to be experienced in our personal lives, in our community living and in our mission to advance the kingdom of God.

This child, born to us, This Son, given to us - is the official, the authority, the one in charge of all shalom. He is sar-shalom – The Prince of Peace.
The Prince of Wholeness, The Prince of All Well-being. And so if you really want PEACE in your life , then you must come to Jesus, for He is the one divinely ordained to give it.

Jesus is the Father of Eternity. Father of Eternity means eternity exists because Jesus Christ exists. Father of Eternity means that time, matter and space is possible only because Jesus Christ exists.
If Jesus Christ were to cease to exist, then all of that we know, all of life would cease to exist.

Jesus is our God Warrior – He has fought the greatest battle ever and has ransomed us from the clutches of sin, death and Satan AND He continues to fight our battles as our God Warrior – meaning we can trust Him for both this life and the next.

Jesus doesn’t just give good advice, but rather He counsels us in such a way that the results of obedience to Him will far exceed our expectations - far above all that we could ask or think.

The more in awe we become of the triune God, the more deeply we can surrender, love and worship Him - Father, Son and Spirit.

Don’t be the one who diligently studies the Scriptures and walks away knowing about Jesus but never really knowing Jesus.

Jesus' blood that saves is the same blood for every situation that we go through in life.

How can I be right before God? When you stand before a Holy and Glorious God – in that moment – nothing else will matter. There is no greater question to be answered than that!

We should not be ashamed of it - as Paul says - but what is it at its simplest form. What is this good news that counters the bad news.

Ditiro Mbele

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

Bongani Mabaso

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

Langa Mbonambi

Romans 12:1 (NIV)
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.

Clayton Alexander

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

Batanayi Manyika

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church

Sihle Xulu

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

One Mokgatle

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

Ryno Meyer

To see the wonder of God and His transcultural Church.

Our hearts are constantly drawn to a myriad of things with a promise of a better life and how we approach this determines our affections and pursuits. The world consistently offers us it’s treasures for this lifetime but Christ offers us immeasurable and inconceivable treasures for this life and the next.

Nothing is hidden from the Everlasting and Almighty God. He sees you and is with you and so through all of life's struggles, we can expectantly wait and hope in the Lord.

Judges 17-21 CSB

In those days Israel had no king; all the people did whatever seemed right in their own eyes. This is the most dangerous thing that could ever happen to the Church.

Mark 4:10-12

The secret of the kingdom of God has been given to you - hear and accept it.

If you want to make an offering to God, offer Him faith In Jesus Christ.

God can and will often weaken us in order to use us. Our dependence on Him far outweighs anything that we can do for Him.

One day, followers of Jesus will stand before Him and give an account for what we did with our allotted time, treasures and talents…May we respond faithfully to the Gospel so that He will say to us… Well done, good and faithful servant. You were faithful over a few things; you were faithful over the few years I gave you on earth, you were faithful over the few financial resources I entrusted you with, you were faithful with the few talents I blessed you with, and so now come into my kingdom, and I will put you in charge over many, many, many, many more things!

Judges 6: 1-40
God doesn’t call the brave, He makes the called brave. Those who are called are those who have received the gift of salvation. Our courage is found in our salvation

Judges 3 : 1-31
God sends the most unexpecting, unassuming deliverer, who like many paved the way for Jesus. The Gospel to many can either be a stumbling block or foolishness - our prayer is that Christ is seen clearly for for He is… the Saviour of the world.

Judges 1 & 2

God's merciful hand saves.

The resurrected life is a life of hope, joy and love.

The resurrected life is a life on mission, to make disciples who will make disciples.

The resurrection life is a life of sowing an reaping. Because there is a law of sowing and reaping, we can therefore extrapolate a theology of sowing and reaping which therefore imposes a spiritual discipline of sowing and reaping. We are called to be obedient in our sowing and reaping, and watch God work.

Exodus 17: 8-16

The Resurrected life leads us to a life of worship.
Yahweh Nissi

Phillipians 3:1-11 CSB
My goal is to continually know Him and experience the power of His resurrection working in me and to be one with Him in His suffering. There is no better life than this.

Ephesians - Easter Sunday - Ephesians 1:1-14 CSB

Every spiritual blessing in the heavens is ours, in Christ, because HE HAS RISEN.

Ephesians - Part XI - Ephesians 6:10 -20
Put on the armour of God

Ephesian - Part X - Ephesians 5:22 -33

Your marriage is important!

Ephesians - Part IX - Ephesians 6:1-9 (CSB)

Follow Jesus at work and at home!

Ephesians 5:3-21(ESV) Wake Up!

In a world increasingly full of distractions, it is easy to sleepwalk our way through life, blending in with the world. It’s time to wake up to who we are in Christ, and to bring our lives in line with our new identity in Him. It’s time to be filled with the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to make us into that which we already are: God’s New Community on Display!

Ephesians Chapter 4:17-32 (CSB)

Stop Trying To Put On A Dead Person’s Clothes.

Ephesians 4:1-16 CSB

Spiritual Unity produces healthy diversity.

Ephesians 3: 14-21 (CSB) - A prayer for the fullness of God

Paul prays for empowerment so that the church may be filled with the fullness of God.

Ephesians 3:1-13 (CSB)

Paul's position, his purpose and the product.

Ephesians 2: 11 - 22 (CSB)

His Transcultural Church

Ephesians Chapter 2:1-10 (CSB)

Amazing grace how sweet the sound!

Ephesians Chapter 1 (CSB)

Open the Eyes of My Heart

Psalm 119 (CSB)

This Psalm is 176 verses of concentrated, ecstatic poetry about the word of God. Why was the poet so enamoured with the Scriptures? What can we learn from him? And what difference would it make?

Luke 2:25 - 38 (ESV)

Simeon’s song teaches us about the character and mission of the Messiah, Jesus. It opens up our understanding of what salvation entails. It helps us to see Jesus as the promised One who has come to bring comfort and light to all peoples.

Luke 2: 8 -14 (ESV)

The Angel’s Song gives us a heavenly view on Christmas; we get to hear what Christmas meant to the Angelic world. For the Angelic world, Christmas means: Glory to God and Peace on earth.

Luke 1:67-80

The Song of Zechariah teaches us significant lessons on waiting and longing. As God’s people we called to live obedient lives even in our waiting, and yet even when we are not faithful in our waiting, God continues to be faithful in his coming.

Luke 1: 39 - 56 (NIV)

Like Mary, we can move from anxiety to adoration. The Song of Mary teaches us crucial lessons about the coming of the Messiah. In the coming of Jesus the upside - down kingdom has been ushered in. The weak, the needy, the vulnerable and the hungry are shown grace and favour while the self-sufficient go away empty.

Acts 1:8 CSB

Emotionally healthy spiritual disciples are compelled to go out to make more disciples out of the love for God and see Him known and loved by others.

Exodus 34:5-7 (CSB)

When you decide to follow Jesus it not only changes the trajectory of your life but it has the potential to set in a motion a different pattern of sowing and reaping that will break the curse that may have been multi-generational, and transferred to you.

Luke 14:25-33

While Jesus has paid the cost of our salvation in full, He gives us the cost of following Him and calls us to consider the cost before following Him.

Luke 4:1-13 (CSB)

Embracing our limitations helps us establish healthy boundaries and ensures we are continually becoming emotionally healthy spiritual disciples - it worked for Jesus and it will work for us.

Galatians 5:13-26 (CSB)

Our character matters. As the Church, we cannot follow the culture where your achievements and platform matter more than your character. We must walk by the Spirit and bear kingdom fruit that reveals Jesus and the beauty of the Gospel.

Ephesians 4:1-16 (CSB)

Once we have our identity as a child of God established in Christ, we also have our identity in the family of God, or the church (our blood-bought family) established, and so we are then called to participate within that family's life.

Matthew 3:17 (CSB)

The Gospel compels us to do the work of the kingdom of God, however, it calls us to do it from a place of being. Our work flows from our identity, and this is why it is important that we know who we are.

Exodus 40 (CSB)

The end is only the beginning. God makes a way for sinful people to be in His Holy presence.

Exodus 34 (CSB)

When Moses said in Exodus 33 – ‘Show me your Glory, God’, he didn’t realise that he was asking God, who are you? At the core of Moses’ question was more than signs and wonders, it was who is this God who forgives, who gives grace, who loves justice, who will not give His glory to another.

Exodus 32 & 33 (CSB)

Idolatry is something we all have to be careful of because our hearts are designed to worship. The question however to ask ourselves will always be - does what we worship truly satisfy us?

Luke 23: 32 - 43 (CSB)

As we look to Calvary, we see two other men who have led similar lives that have led them to the same fate, with sin and death as the great equalizer. We explore some lessons through their interactions with Jesus Christ and the eventual outcome of these interactions.

Colossians 2:6-7 (CSB)

There are many things that might cause us to give up our faith or mislead us away from the one true gospel of Jesus Christ. In today’s passage, we are assured of the authenticity of the gospel message and that Jesus is more than enough. Just as we once were taught the true gospel and received the supreme person of Jesus Christ, in the same way, we are to continue in Him. We never move on from Christ, but we are to move on in Christ.

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Exodus 20: 1- 17 (CSB)

The Ten Commandments are God’s vision for a new humanity. These rules are not an opposition to a relationship with God, they are what enable the relationship to happen. They are words of life, perfectly lived out in Jesus Christ.

Exodus 18 (CSB)

Moses gets a visit from his father-in-law. We learn that we are never to underestimate where wisdom might come from. God is always working, the question is are we humble and teachable, as we prayerfully discern.

Chapter 16 & 17 (CSB)

Our obedience matters to God. It communicates our trust in Him and our allegiance to Him. Our obedience is bigger than our time, our hunger and our thirst, all things God promises to be to us in Jesus Christ.

Acts 2:42-47 (CSB)

In Acts 2 verses 42-47, we are told many of the things that this new temple, this community, this blood-bought family, or this church did…In fact, theologians have said that in Acts 2:42, Luke gives us a description of the very first Christian church.

Exodus 15:1-18 (CSB)

Praise, poem, song, are the greatest vehicles of thanksgiving. This is a celebratory song of praise after God had defeated Egypt and rescued Israel through the miracle at the sea. This is a reason to SING!

Exodus 13 & 14

An army behind you, and a sea in front of you is no match for the powerful and glorious God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. A God who delivers on His promises time and time again. He truly is mighty to save.

Exodus 12 (CSB)

Through Passover, Christians gain a new identity, placing them in a shared community, because we all partake in one sacrifice, which causes us to look to a better future because of our one shared hope.

Micah 6:1-8 (CSB)

As the people of God, what is our role in seeking the thriving and flourishing of our society? How have we contributed to the state of our world? What does God require of us?

Exodus 5 - 10 (CSB)

The plagues of Egypt help us see the sovereignty and power of God.

Exodus 4:21-22 (CSB)

Through His death and resurrection, Jesus is the “First Fruits” who guarantees the future resurrection and eternal life of many other sons and daughters of God. This is the Fathers’ heart for us.

Exodus 3 & 4 (CSB)

God always provides that which He requires. Our role is to be obedient so that we can see and experience that.

Exodus Chapters 1&2 (CSB)

As we kick off our new series from Exodus, Pastor One seeks to answer the question of how did the Israelites get to where they were in Egypt, and he once again shows us the faithfulness of God.

Mark 16:9-20 (CSB)

Amazement at Jesus Christ seems to be the theme of Mark. So the questions is will you put your faith in this Servant King who is clothed in awe and wonder? Will your astonishment lead you to fall to your knees in worship and reverence and cause you to confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord?

Mark 16:9-20 (CSB)

Amazement at Jesus Christ seems to be the theme of Mark. So the questions is will you put your faith in this Servant King who is clothed in awe and wonder? Will your astonishment lead you to fall to your knees in worship and reverence and cause you to confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord?

Mark 13:32 - 37 (ESV)

Jesus teaches us that, because we don’t know the day He will return, let’s keep working, keep awake and beware of the things in this world that spiritually lull us to sleep.

Mark 13:1-31 (CSB)

Jesus warns us that His second coming is imminent. He calls us to watch out, to be on guard and to stay alert. When you begin to see certain things happening in the present, they are an indication of what's coming in the future.

Psalm 107

This psalm reminds us of God’s kind, merciful and loving disposition toward us all the time regardless of our disposition towards Him. Moreover, the love we see here prepares us to understand its expression and fulfilment in Christ.

Mark 12:35 - 44 (CSB)

In our text today, Jesus preaches on who He is, by faithfully preaching from God’s word, in a way that recognises that God’s word was authored and put together under the guidance and influence of the Holy Spirit - and in a way that seeks to do justice and honour, to this Holy text. In doing this, He reveals God’s truths and calls out Israel's false teachers. Finally, He goes on to speak about what true giving in a believer's life should look like.

Mark 12:28-34 (CSB)

If we call ourselves followers of Jesus and if we love God our Father then, we will see from this text today that, that is hugely significant and it means something for the way in which we live our lives and for how engage with others.

Mark 12:18-27 (CSB)

Is our thinking of heaven too small, is it too earthly? Are we missing out on the power of God because we have created a personal idea of who He is, instead of what has been revealed to us about Him in the Scriptures? Have we become modern day Sadducees?

Just as one person did it wrong and got us in all this trouble with sin and death, another person did it right and got us out of it. But more than just getting us out of trouble, He got us into life! One man said no to God and put many people in the wrong; one man said yes to God and put many in the right.

Mark 14:22-26 (CSB)

When we partake of Communion and remember Jesus’ body broken and blood shed for us, we must celebrate that this was fulfilled on the cross and that this was promised long ago, all the way back in Genesis 14.

The meal of Melchizedek is the bread and the wine, but it’s so much more. We go beyond the appearances of bread and wine to the reality of the Son of God and His body and blood, soul and divinity. By that one sacrifice, we have confidence. By that one sacrifice, we have forgiveness. By that one sacrifice, we receive power to obey God.

Luke 11:1-11 (CSB)

The Cross was necessary. And only the True King could face such a battle for the souls of humanity and quench the wrath of God settling our debt and obtaining for us Freedom. Only a True King could win that war, many had tried before and had come up short. Jesus was different, He went all the way. And it all began on Palm Sunday.

Ephesians 2:1-10

What God accomplished through Jesus on the Cross is the greatest gift we could ever receive and this gift bears fruit for His glory and for our joy.

Mark 11:27-12:17

Do you recognise Jesus as the beloved son of God, sent by God the Father? Have you received Him as your Lord and Saviour? And if so, is He at the very centre of your life, as you seek to please God the Father above all other things?

Mark 11:12-25

Our passage today clearly teaches us that Jesus isn’t interested in what our spirituality or religion might look like from a distance, when up close, it is found to be fruitless.

Mark 10:32-52

As Jesus draws nearer to Jerusalem and His last week before His death, we notice a sense of urgency. He reminds His disciples and followers once again that He is going to die. This is all part of His upside-down kingdom. Jesus further displays aspects of this upside-down kingdom culminating with a public declaration of Him being the Messianic King.

Mark 10:1-31

Following the servant King Jesus should affect His followers' view of marriage; it should influence our attitude to children; it has implications for how we view material possessions and finally, it should alter our approach to position, status and standing in this world.

Mark 9: 30-50

In this text we explore 'greatness' in God's Kingdom. We unpack themes of service, rivalry, holiness, and love - within a Gospel paradigm. We are encouraged to abandon self-serving agendas and to pursue holiness in view of Christ's accomplishments at the cross and in the resurrection.

Mark 9:2-29

After Jesus shockingly reveals that He must suffer and die, and then rise again after three days, the next two events provide assurance that He really is the promised Son of Man, and that despite a time of suffering and death, His future glory is certainly coming. We should put our faith in Him, pray to Him to help us overcome our unbelief, commit to following Him and thus share in His coming glory.

John 17 (ESV)

When Jesus' prays to His Father in John 17, He reveals a heart for His people like no other place in the Bible. Jesus' prayer here in this chapter, reveals His desire for Himself, His apostles and His Church. We pray that the study of this majestic prayer would cause you to enjoy fellowship with the Trinity.

Psalm 51

We are looking at the Prayer of Confession and the power it holds in giving us ultimate freedom. We explore how to approach God in Confession and some outcomes from a healthy confession.

Paul teaches us about the priority of praying for God’s power in our lives. As we continue with our 21 days of prayer, our text for today, Ephesians 3: 14-21 will teach us not just the importance of prayer but also what to prioritise in our prayer life.

Psalm 141:2 (ESV) Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice!

A panel discusses what prayer is and why we as Christians should engage in prayer. We also speak about some of the different types of prayers and what we as a family of believers should bear in mind as we embark on a 3 week prayer journey.

Ecclesiastes 3: 9-22

As we look forward to 2021, we need to view all work that God brings across our path as a way to delight in God, but, we need to remember that even good, healthy, wholesome earthly work & pleasures, gifted to us by God will never completely satisfy us as God’s people. We also need to thank God for all that He has so generously gifted us in this earthy life and we need to worship God for who He is. God’s value in our life does not change depending on our earthly circumstances.

We as the church also need to actively be God’s witnesses by calling out the injustices we come across, and finally, we need to remember to view life through eternity’s frame, trusting that one day, all seeming mysteries and contradictions will be cleared up by our very creator.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Only with God is true meaning found for His people on earth. God is in ultimate control, even over time, as he provides the various cycles of life for each of us to participate in. Although there will be many times where it feels like everything seems to be contradicting this wisdom & truth, we must not stop believing in Jesus, His Gospel of saving grace and of course the hope we find in Him. Therefore we should rather view life’s trials and tribulations as opportunities to discover that only a good, just God can provide meaning to life.

Luke 2:1-20

We look back to the first arrival of Jesus, and then we look forward to His eventual second arrival. As we do that, we experience His light, hope, peace and healing. We see that no matter what our circumstances, discomforts and inconveniences are this Christmas, Christ encourages us as He reminds us that God is not yet done. He sees you, He is for you and He wants to use you, as you put your faith and trust in him, and humbly and obediently follow Jesus.

Psalm 69

We continue our journey through Advent, we are looking at Psalm 69, zooming in on how do we move from having a broken heart/crushed spirit to being made whole again. This year has definitely left some of us depleted and somehow broken in some areas of our lives. It’s easier for us to detect physical pain and get help, but we seldom detect emotional pain and therefore we don’t get help for it. Let’s learn how to detect a broken spirit and how God is willing and able to make us whole again.

Psalm 46

If ever there was a year of #unprecedented global chaos it was 2020, at least in most of our lifetimes. As we continue our journey through Advent, we now look at Psalm 46 where we are encouraged by the picture of God as a mighty fortress, where we can find peace in the midst of the chaos that occurs in the world and in our lives. Through Jesus, God has brought us peace, bringing God’s presence to us, and bringing us into God’s presence. Therefore, even in the midst of the chaos around us, we can be still and know that He is God, He is with us and He will be victorious in the end.

Psalm 142

Despair and hope are inherent to the human experience. In a world plagued by consistent hopelessness and distress, despair is imminent, and we need to anchor ourselves in a hope that is unlike anything the world has to offer. Advent presents us with an opportunity to see God responding to our despair and also provides us with an eternal hope that helps us fix our eyes on the above.

Psalm 88

Many of us will go through periods of our lives walking in the shadows and sometimes in complete darkness – not sure where to go or what’s coming next. Sometimes we will know why we feel the way we do. Sometimes we won’t. Sometimes this will feel bearable. Sometimes it will overwhelm us.

Advent helps us see why Jesus came as the Light. For both our Salvation and our Sanctification.

Hebrews 4:1-13

Today, we are talking about REST - something we all need, but struggle with because there is always something to do. What does the Word teach us about resting?

We have a conversation with the Church Planter of Renewal Fellowship on what it looks like to be missional where we live, work and play.

Luke 4:18-19

We have a conversation with the Church Planter of Fellowship City on what it looks like to be missional where we live, work and play.

Luke 4:18-19 and Luke 4:20-30

As we think about the Great Commission, how we put Jesus on display will often times reveal how we relate to Him personally or how we understand our identity in Him.

Luke 14:18-19

What captures you will compel you. Those who are called have been captured by the love of Christ and this has massive implications on our Sent-ness in the World.

Luke 4:18-19 & The Book of Acts

The Gospel takes ordinary men and women filled with the Holy Spirt to do extraordinary things in furthering God’s kingdom.

Luke 4:18-19

The Holy Spirit in the life of a person anoints them with blessing, protection and power for all godliness, including to be on mission for the Kingdom of God.

Text: Luke 4:14-21

When God sends us through Jesus empowered by the Holy Spirit, we go with authority and expectation. On this matter there is only two options - obedience or disobedience.

Text: Mark 6:7-9:1

Description: This is part 2 of the Season Finale of the Gospel according to Mark Season 2. This is a discussion between Confidence Mokgatle, Sihle Xulu & Ryno taking Season 2 into review and sharing some of the nuggets that has been mind-blowing as we journeyed through this section of Mark. They press deeper into some of the applications of this section of Mark for followers of Jesus and also speak about who Jesus is, as narrated by the gospel writer in the first 8 chapters of Mark.
Make yourself comfortable and pull you Bible and your notes of this season closer. This discussion covers the last three sermons in this season.

Text: Mark 6:7-9:1

Description: This is part 1 of the Season Finale of the Gospel according to Mark Season 2. This is a discussion between One, Jono & Ryno taking Season 2 into review and sharing some of the nuggets that has been mind-blowing as we journeyed through this section of Mark. They press deeper into some of the applications of this section of Mark for followers of Jesus and also speak about who Jesus is, as narrated by the gospel writer in the first 8 chapters of Mark. Spoiler alert: He is KING!
Make yourself comfortable and pull you Bible and your notes of this season closer. This discussion covers the first three sermons in this season.

Mark 8:27-9:1 (CSB)

Confessing Jesus as the Messiah means denying yourself, taking up your cross and following Him. It means embracing the paradox that losers are keepers. It brings eternal reward to one’s soul! We are called to confess Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God, the kings of Kings.
The One who takes away my sin and your sin and gives us eternal life. Will you accept this great gift?

Mark 8:1-26 (ESV)

Description: Is your hard heart cut off or is it perhaps softening? Are your circumstances causing you to harden your heart to who Jesus is or are you seeing in part now and clinging to the fact that one day you will see fully?

Mark 7: 24-37 (ESV)

In our passage to day, we learn that faith consists of desperation, persistence and humility, and also as we come to Jesus, He meets us individually, empathically and redemptively. He does all things well.

Mark 7:1-23 (ESV)

In today’s passage we see Jesus once again challenged by the Pharisees and scribes regarding the purification laws. Through this encounter we learn more about what exactly it is that Jesus came to do. We have seen that He is the promised King Messiah, but today we also see that He comes to fix which is unfixable - our broken hearts.

Mark 6:45-56 (CSB)

Our passage today we find the disciples right in the middle of a storm, maybe that’s where you are so maybe you can relate, but if you are not in one, hang on, it's coming. This is not to scare you but rather to prepare you. We can trust God in the midst of our storms.

Mark 6:7-44 (ESV)

We often think about the miracles of Jesus simply as a way for Jesus to show up and out. But as we kick off Season Two in the Gospel of Mark we will see that there is always more going on. Jesus is revealing Himself as the true revolutionary and the true King!

This sermon is preached by Arnaldo Santiago Jr. from Anchor Church in Sydney Australia.

Chapter 3 is Habakkuk's prayer of praise in the form of a poetic song. He had been given the vision from God concerning the end; he had heard the Lord's response to his questions and concerns. Now he can only but stand back in awe and in reverence of the One who will act on behalf of His people. Habakkuk's prayer and song in this chapter is one that encompasses the past, yet stretches forth thousands of years and reveals details of the Lord's coming in glory to defeat all His enemies at the end of the age.

We jump into part two of our panel discussion. There is so much to learn in a three chapter Old Testament book. We have a deeper discussion about Habakkuk, how it fits in the full breath of Scripture and what that means for us today.

There is so much to learn in a three chapter Old Testament book. We have a deeper discussion about Habakkuk, how it fits in the full breath of Scripture and what that means for us today.

The biggest question in Habakkuk's prayers and laments is: "Is God good, when there is so much evil in the world?". The vision of Habakkuk in this portion of scripture is God's answer to this question. God doesn't only answer the prophet, He describes to the prophet how he should live in this in-between time in chapter 2:4 and 2:20; between the promise and the fulfillment. This brings us a great deal of comfort, as we also live in between the resurrection and the redemption of all things.

Habakkuk 1:1-4

Habakkuk teaches us that we can look back on the Lord’s past faithfulness to trust Him with our present and future realities, even when what God is doing, doesn’t always make sense.

Mark 6:1-6 (CSB)

If we want to please God, to know His pleasure and power, we must believe that the God revealed in the Old and New Testaments exists and that He acts equitably and justly on behalf of His children.
Do you believe this? Christ was amazed by great faith as well as the lack of it.
What about us amazes Him? Which one are you in?
Great Faith or Lack of Faith?

Mark 5:21-43 (CSB)

Mark reveals to us that God through Jesus will make us whole. That in Christ we are healed of our uncleanness and that the Holy Spirit gives us faith to trust and believe

Mark 5:1-20 (ESV)

Jesus’ awe-inspiring power and authority clearly means that He is the real deal, but merely recognizing this fact isn’t enough. In this text we will see three different reactions to Jesus’ authority and from there we learn what that means for us today who submit to Jesus’ authority. Not only should our submission lead to reverent worship of this God-Man, but also a change in how we orient our hearts and lives.

Mark 4: 35-41 (ESV)

The story of Jesus calming the storm helps us to answer three significant questions. Who is Jesus? Does He care about our troubles? Can we trust Him?

Mark 4:1-34 (CSB)

If you are a child of God, the Gospel dwells in you, it grows in you and it will produce much fruit in and through you.

Mark 3:20-30

The Holy Spirit is our Counsellor. He is given to the world to convict us about sin, righteous and judgement. Do not reject Him, for He points us to Jesus, who reconciles us to the Father, who loves us more than we could ever imagine.

Mark 3:7-19 and Mark 3:31-33 (CSB)

You can be drawn to the power of Jesus and not necessarily get the person of Jesus. It’s easy to make this mistake and fall into this trap because when you get the person of Jesus, you also get His power, but it’s very possible to experience the power of Jesus and completely miss the person of Jesus. The call to repentance and faith is to come to Christ ... for Christ.

Mark 2:18-3:6

Jesus is calling everyone to take a different road, His road, and He promises through the Gospel that this road will make all the difference.
The difference between satisfaction and discontentment, joy and agony, purpose and irrelevance, life and death.

Mark 1:35-2:17

What does it look like when Isaiah 40 comes true? What does it look like when God comes and sorts out the brokenness of this world?
The Gospel writer, Mark, is unrelenting in answering these questions; story after story in the first part of Mark. He slows down the story in Chapter 2:1 and spends some time to tell one of the most beautiful stories yet in the gospel! Brilliantly crafted, it will blow your mind and introduce you to one of Jesus's main struggles of His earthly ministry, His conflict with the scribes and teachers of the law. Who can forgive sins? Give it a listen and find out...

Ready, and action! After Jesus's announcement that the Kingdom of God is near, He jumps right into His public ministry and starts showing the people what this Kingdom looks like. What we'll see is that "the people" include: His first followers, people of Israel (the Jews) and people from the City, not previously part of God's covenant people. EVERYONE has an opportunity to see and experience the Kingdom, and in this portion of scripture all of this happens in one day... now that is urgency! Fasten your seatbelts, and behold the Kingdom, your mind will be blown!

EPIC movie —-> EPIC trailer!
In this teaching we (yes, another tag team effort) explore the Gospel of Mark's introduction to Jesus and His basic message and mission.
We discover that announcing the arrival of God's kingdom was Jesus' greatest priority. What did that mean? Why was that important to him?
Go on, give it a listen. It’ll have a different feel than a normal Sunday sermon, but it’s fresh!

The Resurrection of Jesus changed everything. The explosive power of the Resurrection has so many implications for our lives, for today and for the life to come.

In Christ – we are of indescribable worth. We are His masterpiece - His work of art, created for goods to do them for His Glory and for our joy.

In moments of chaos and uncertainty, we can sometimes believe the lie that God has abandoned us, that He either doesn’t love us or that He is not in control. This couldn’t be the furthest thing from the truth. We are loved more than we can ever imagine and God is still fully in control.

We live in an world that requires us to make tons of decisions, from the small mundane ones to the big and exciting ones. The reality is that, it’s not always easy to know what to do, where to go or who to choose.
We don’t like uncertainty, it can sometimes paralyse us or cause us to act abruptly and out of character. God does not leave us in this state. He meets us in our worry and anxiety. He provides for us, He leads and guides us, both as individuals and as a community.

As we ask and answer the question, what does it mean to be ALL IN for Discipleship? We must acknowledge that the Great Commission is not a suggestion, but a commandment given to us by Jesus, that we must obey. What is of great importance as we do the work of making disciples who make disciples is to first and foremost recognise that we are disciples. It's from that posture that discipleship flows from our obedience.

If we desire to be generous givers, then we will see three characteristics flow from our generosity. The Apostle Paul in our text reveals to us three markers that will be evident in our lives.

In this new series, we will focus on what we believe it means to be all in, here and now, as Rooted Fellowship.

In the midst of all our conflict, we all desire PEACE. External PEACE and Internal PEACE. God promises us both. Internal Peace by reconciling us to Himself through Jesus and then External Peace by reconciling us to each other in His transcultural church. A new kingdom under a new King.

In this new series we will focus on what we believe it means to be all in, here and now, as Rooted Fellowship.

As a church we are all in for Gospel-Centred; that means we are in to live a life that is all about Jesus, what He has done and what He is doing!

In this message we’ll see that Jesus Christ is the Supreme Encouragement to Humility and Unselfishness, to the whole church, all of us.
Therefore, all in for gospel-centred means all in for humility and unselfishness.

Tables are one of the most important places of human connection. We often feel most fully alive when sharing a meal around a table. Therefore, we shouldn’t be surprised, to find that throughout the Bible, God has a way of showing up at tables. At the centre of the spiritual lives of God’s people in both the Old and New Testaments, we find a table: the table of Passover and the table of Communion – the Lords Supper. This table of fellowship is what Jesus invites us to with Himself and then, in turn, we invite others to fellowship with us at the table. This sermon series will help us practice the rhythms of this table of fellowship and ensure we grow both in our spiritual lives and as a community.

Tables are one of the most important places of human connection. We often feel most fully alive when sharing a meal around a table. Therefore, we shouldn’t be surprised, to find that throughout the Bible, God has a way of showing up at tables. At the centre of the spiritual lives of God’s people in both the Old and New Testaments, we find a table: the table of Passover and the table of Communion – the Lords Supper. This table of fellowship is what Jesus invites us to with Himself and then, in turn, we invite others to fellowship with us at the table. This sermon series will help us practice the rhythms of this table of fellowship and ensure we grow both in our spiritual lives and as a community.

Tables are one of the most important places of human connection. We often feel most fully alive when sharing a meal around a table. Therefore, we shouldn’t be surprised, to find that throughout the Bible, God has a way of showing up at tables. At the centre of the spiritual lives of God’s people in both the Old and New Testaments, we find a table: the table of Passover and the table of Communion – the Lords Supper. This table of fellowship is what Jesus invites us to with Himself and then, in turn, we invite others to fellowship with us at the table. This sermon series will help us practice the rhythms of this table of fellowship and ensure we grow both in our spiritual lives and as a community.

As we remember the first coming of Jesus Christ this Advent season, One reminded us of who this Saviour truly is...

As we remember the first coming of Jesus Christ this Advent season, One reminded us of who this Saviour truly is...

As we remember the first coming of Jesus Christ this Advent season, One reminded us of who this Saviour truly is...

One of the major themes in the book of Revelation is VICTORY. Jesus’ victory of sin and death AND the implications of that victory. Jesus has overcome sin and death. He has conquered evil and depravity. The Gospel compels us to live out of this victory, especially as we nagivate through this broken world, that this side of heaven, we are being tempted, this side of heaven we will walk through pain and suffering, this side of we will feel the heat of the fiery furnace, but for those in Christ, this will not destroy you, because of the Victory found in Jesus.

This past Sunday, Jono took us through the letter to Philadelphia - Jesus' words to all who believe in Him is to Hold on no matter what, as we look to his second coming.

This past Sunday, Clayton urged us to examine whether we are alive in Christ or in actual fact, like the church in Sardis, dead in our sins.

The letter to Thyatira is the longest of the letters to the seven churches. It also contains arguably the harshest critique and the sternest warnings to the church.
For us to fully understand this letter, we need to understand who Jezebel was in the Old Testament, and also why Jesus has the tolerance of Jezebel in Thyatira against this church. This sermon these two things, and then applies it to us as a church today.
The leading question in the sermon: have we tolerated things that are not pleasing to God?

Just as it was in the church of Pergamum, so it is today, Christians are constantly faced with the pressure to compromise. Jesus promises to be our satisfaction in the face of compromise and godlessness around us.

True faith is always persevering faith; even though it might fall and stumble, it always perseveres to the end; because true faith has its eye not ultimately on the present hardship, but ultimately on the reward of God in the life to come, the promised crown of life.

Jesus’ words to Ephesus in Revelation 2:1–7 teach us that the great commandment matters to God. Jesus identified our greatest obligation as wholehearted devoted love for God - Matthew 22:36–38, which declares to us that God is not pleased by mere dutiful obedience that does not flow from genuine authentic love.

One of the major themes in the book of Revelation is VICTORY. Jesus’ victory of sin and death AND the implications of that victory. Jesus has overcome sin and death. He has conquered evil and depravity. The Gospel compels us to live out of this victory, especially as we nagivate through this broken world, that this side of heaven, we are being tempted, this side of heaven we will walk through pain and suffering, this side of we will feel the heat of the fiery furnace, but for those in Christ, this will not destroy you, because of the Victory found in Jesus.

This past Sunday Rooted Fellowship celebrated our 4th birthday and it was a privilege to have our Brother in Christ, Adam Ramsay (Australia) share his 3 prayers for Rooted Fellowship, as we seek to be a church with longevity in ministry. He grounded these prayers in Paul's words to the church in Philippi as he preached on Philippians 3:1 - 12 and zoned in on verse 10. He prayed that we would follow Paul's example and seek to know Christ, the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings.

Matthew 7:24-28 Solid FoundationIn our final sermon in our series on the sermon on the mount. Jesus warns us that we have to put into practise his word in order to have a solid foundation which is Jesus himself.

Psalm 66A sermon preached by Sihle Xulu at the Union Gathering on the renewing power of the Gospel.

Matthew 7:21-23 Entering the Kingdom of GodTo enter into the Kingdom of God requires more than words, it requires active obedience to the will of God. It also requires more than a religious activity but a deep and abiding relationship with Jesus Christ, where we know him and are known by him.

Matthew 7:12 and Matthew 7:15-17 False ProphetsAs Jesus is nearing the end of his sermon, he is giving his final exhortations. In this passage, we see specifically that Jesus warns against false-prophets who twist the truth of the gospel. Implicit in this warning is a deep value that needs to be placed on the True Word of God, that is, the Gospel.

Matthew 7:13-14 Narrow is the RoadIn the sermon on the mount, our Lord Jesus teaches us to be careful to stay on the narrow road and avoid the broad road that leads to destruction through grace-driven effort

Matthew 7:7-11 Ask Seek KnockIn the sermon on the mount, the Lord Jesus Christ teaches us to seek God in prayer with confidence, knowing that He is a good Father who loves to give us the very best.

Matthew 7:1-6 Don't Judge!The sermon on the mount has turned a corner and is now focusing on relationships in the community of faith. In this community of faith, our brokenness and sin are open to see to everyone. What shall we do when we notice the shortcomings of our brothers and sisters? Are we to judge? Are we to keep quiet because we have our own shortcomings? To judge or not to judge, that is the question...

Matthew 6:25-34 AnxietyJesus expects his disciples to not be anxious about worldly things but rather to place their trust in our heavenly Father while pursuing a life that is centered on the things of God. Jesus also offers us more than enough reasons to do this, do you have ears?

Matthew 6:19-24 GenerousThe Lord Jesus Christ teaches us that to live upside down is to not store up for ourselves early treasures that can be stolen or that can perish with time but rather to value and treasure him and to be generous with our time and resources in service to him.

Matthew 6:16-18 FastingJesus reminds us that to live upside down is to recognise our frailty while drawing into closer intimacy with God and this can be down through the practice of fasting.

Matthew 6:5-15 Kingdom PrayerPrayer is an essential part of living the life Jesus calls us to. To live upside down is to learn to pray, the Lord's prayer daily, individually and together, asking God to change our hearts and for it to be turned towards Him and others".

Matthew 6:1-4 Pharisee or Disciple?In Matthew 6, Jesus directly challenges the Pharisees on their spiritual practices of giving, prayer and fasting. Jesus calls believers to give out of their position in Christ to give glory to the Father and not to give to gain worldly recognition.

Matthew 5:38-48 Say What!Part of living upside down is Jesus' radical call for us to exercise active creative non-violence against those who offend us; to pay back all that we owe and even more; to go the extra mile when we are inconvenienced and to practice courageous generosity.

Matthew 5:32-37 Oaths.Jesus begins to retrain his listeners understanding of oath making and telling the truth. He cuts straight to the heart of the matter once again and calls for our “yes” to simply be “yes” and “no” to simply be “no”.

Matthew 5:30-32 The Beauty of the Covenant.In Matthew 5:31-32, Jesus wants us to see the BEAUTY, the WEIGHT and the CERTAINTY of COVENANT. One of the ways God puts this on display is in the creation of marriage and divorce sadly distorts this.

Matthew 5:26-30 Lust.Lust is evidence of a heart whose worship is misdirected, the created rather than the Creator.

Matthew 5:21-26 Get Real! Anger destroys!As we strive to have others released of their anger towards us, we learn to release others of our own anger. God is far more gracious than we can perceive and his grace sometimes shows up in our lives in an upside-down manner.

Part 3 - Matthew 5:17-20True discipleship calls us to devote ourselves to Scripture, just as Jesus did. We are called to not subtract or add anything to it, which will lead us to true righteousness only found in Jesus.

Part 2 - Matthew 5:13-16The most fundamental way in which “Christian saltiness & light” is demonstrated, is in our living out the beatitudes day by day, by the power of the Holy Spirit, seeking good, all the more, as we await Jesus return to the Glory of our Father.

Part 1 - Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5:1-12The sermon on the mount should be received, as the Kings speech to His people about His Kingdom and it’s implication on our lives. The Beatitudes, also known as the blessings, reveal what it means to live for God, and how blessings follow.

Matthew 16:24-27 He has Risen!We can't celebrate the victory of the resurrection without the obedience of the crucifixion.

Matthew 21:1-11 Palm SundayJesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Matt 21:1-11) was the gateway to the culminating events of His earthly life. One can say it’s the start of the end of the beginning of the Gospel story. This sermon explores the meaning of this piece of scripture in the Gospel of Matthew (the reason the whole city was in uproar), as well as the application of it for us, here today. According to the calendar of the Church, this Sunday is called Palm Sunday.

Malachi 3:6-12 ALL IN for GenerosityOur God proves faithful, just like with the nation of Israel in Malachi, we too, would be blessed all the more in returning to a way of life characterised by obedient generosity toward an abundantly generous God.

John 4 ALL IN for being transculturalBeing transcultural means being a community that reflects, embraces and enjoys the diversity of its context, and by the power of the Gospel transcends it to be one new community in Christ. Where do we find this in the gospel? And what does it ask of us?John 4:1-42 shows Jesus transcending cultural boundaries in a compelling way, and calls us as His followers to do the same.

Matthew 28:16-20 ALL IN for discipleshipAt Rooted Fellowship, we say we want to see a world awakened to the wonder of God and His transcultural. As the Gospel transforms the individual life of a person, w want to see the multiplying effect of that and we believe that happens the best through the making of disciples.We want to be, ALL IN in for Discipleship.

2 Corinthians 3:18 ALL IN for spiritual transformation at Rooted Fellowship, we say we want to see a world awakened to the wonder of God and His transcultural. The transforming work of the Gospel makes us more and more like Jesus.We want to be, ALL IN in for Spiritual Transformation.

1 Peter 2:9-10 ALL IN for our identity at Rooted Fellowship, we say we want to see a world awakened to the wonder of God and His transcultural. As we kick off our new series titled ALL IN.We first must be, ALL IN in our identity as ambassadors of the Kingdom, ALL IN as a chosen race, ALL IN as a royal priesthood, ALL IN as a holy nation, ALL IN as a people for his possession, ALL IN as the children of God.

faithfulnessgoals Part 4: Daniel 9Remaining faithful requires us to read the bible and to pray to God to reveal Himself in the scriptures. This allows us to know God better and the various aspects of His character, and to also trust Him. Trusting does not mean that things will always turn out well in this lifetime, but that even when they don’t turn out well, God still loves us and has much more waiting for us.

faithfulnessgoals Part 3: Daniel 7Daniel 7 teaches us about the hostility of worldly kingdoms against God and the people of God and the permanence of the kingdom of God under the representative rule of the Son of Man. It teaches us that we can live faithful and hopeful lives within a hostile environment by having a good theology of suffering and joy.

faithfulnessgoals Part 2: Daniel 3Daniel 3 teaches us that since God is sovereign, we must put our faith in him as we stand before the fire.This historical narrative gives us a glimpse of the faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, communicating two strings of Biblical faith.First, faith is obedience to God’s sovereign commands and second, faith is trusting in God’s sovereign will - regardless of the earthly outcome.

faithfulnessgoals Part 1: Daniel 1-2This sermon serves as an intro to our series for Feb titled #faithfulnessgoals. We are going to journey through the Book of Daniel. This sermon is an introduction to the whole book and an exposition of chapters 1 and 2.

We pause for a moment to spend some time in prayer with our face down before the Lord. This is a practice every believer in Jesus should have, a posture of utter dependence on Christ.

Matthew 26:36-46 Part 3The title and theme might seem unusual to you for a "beginning of the year" sermon. But if we are to navigate the year ahead, we must be ready for trials and challenges.

Matthew 26:36-46 Part 2The title and theme might seem unusual to you for a "beginning of the year" sermon. But if we are to navigate the year ahead, we must be ready for trials and challenges.

Matthew 26:36-46 Part 1This is our first sermon of 2019. The title and theme might seem unusual to you for a "beginning of the year" sermon. But if we are to navigate the year ahead, we must be ready for trials and challenges.

Advent: John 1:1-5 by Rooted Fellowship

Advent: Isaiah 9:1-7 by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8 Finale by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8:28-30 by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8:31-39 by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8:26-28 by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8:16-25 by Rooted Fellowship

Romans 8:1-4 by Rooted Fellowship

Trusting God, Fighting Sin, TOGETHER30 Sept 2018

Just do it - Ps119:57-64

Finding comfort in God's Word.

Loving, speaking and walking in the Word

He does, we benefit.

"How do we make the circle bigger?"The global Church of God is grown by sending those He has called out and drawing those He is calling in. The local church has a central role in the Mission of God.

Membership Matters because Sanctification Matters

Disciple-Making: a lifetime of learning

Preaching Matters.

The Harvest is Abundant - Mat 9:35-38

Are you crying for help ? Eat this Book!

PS 119: 17-24

Our Lord achieves all our blessings through his Son, hence we can respond in faith Psalm 119:9-16

God's Word shows us the Way, it is true and it brings eternal life.

Faith-filled prayer - James 5:12-20

Part 12 in our Grind of the Grace series.From carbon to diamond, only through patience and faithfulness in the midst of immense trials.

James cautions us against a life lived independent from God - James 4:14-17

Wisdom from above causes a transformation that causes us Iive in unity and peace with our neighbours - James 3:13-18

Check it, Mate - The tongue is powerful. So use it wisely! Check yourself before you wreck yourself.

The resurrection changes everything!

It’s clear and simple; Genuine Faith leads to Genuine Fruit. James 2:13-26

It’s clear and simple; Christians shouldn’t discriminate! - James 2:1-13

James identifies the fruit of the faith but he also helps us to see what true Christian faith practically looks like.

God has a plan for your life, a purpose for your suffering and has made a promise that your momentary affliction will pass away when His son returns to make all things new. James 1:13-18

Q&A with Wendy-Leigh and One

Lekgotla: Brokeness by Rooted Fellowship

James offers an encouraging and unique perspective on the hardships and trials of life that we will go through. See how God uses these times to prove and improve our faith whilst at the same time our faith is what sustains us through the hard times. James 1:2-12

James advocates that what we believe, will be evident in how we behave. Faith without works is dead.Featuring Ndandilambie by Redeeming Syllables full version available here: https://soundcloud.com/rooted-fellowship/ndandilambile

Ndandilamible(I was hungry)Wandipha kulok ‘obunako(you gave me from what you had)Ndandinxaniwe(I was thirsty)Wandiselis’ amanzi wakho(you gave me your water to drink)Ukhol ‘oluphilayo(faith that is alive)Lubonakala ngezenzo(is seen by its works)Ukhol ‘oluphilayo(faith that is alive)Lufumaneka kuYesu(Is found in Jesus)Faith is a meal best served livingIt is IsaacSilentLike a lamb led to the slaughterHe opened not his mouthIt is Abraham in mid-worshipHand raised up highReady to cut short his own legacyIt is NoahOne eye on the Lord’s ArkAnother on his own grapesThe former, saved him from the delugeAnd the latter, sought to drown him in delusionAren’t we allLike string puppets with two mastersOften attempting to dance to different tunes at the same timeFaith is a meal best served livingIt is the maiden voyage of baby MosesWrapped with his parent’s fearlessnessHe tamed the same waters that devoured his peersIt is the JewHolding a knife to the best of his sheepEven though the blood from the lamestWould have looked just as red on his doorpostIt is the parting of the red seaThe separation of God from godsFaith is a meal best served livingIt is Lot and his daughters refusing to look backThe only time being a stiff-necked people was commendableIt is Rahab the harlot with the scarlet cordFaith is a meal best served living

God's ultimate purpose in us being united at Rooted Fellowship in 2018 is for Jesus to be glorified and thus to see the world awakened to the wonder of God and His transcultural church. John 17:1-26

The Lords Table screams community. It’s our opportunity to be reminded yet again that we are wonderful made for fellowship, as we bless, break and behold together. - 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

One of the most important things you can do on this earth is to let people know they are not alone - Hebrews 12:1-2 Part 1 - Made for Fellowship Please Note: We apologize for the poor sound quality due to technical difficulty experienced.

The Gospel that is, good news to the poor, frees the captives, gives sight to the blind and liberates the oppressed, is the only Gospel we desperately need in 2018 and beyond!

Christ’s death and resurrection removes the chains of fear and bondage, so that we might serve God in holiness and righteousness. Luke 1:57-80

If place could speak by Redeeming Syllables

Sonke Singcolile (Dear Maboneng)by Redeeming Syllables

God has not rejected us - A look at Lamentations 5 featuring "Sonke Singcolile (Dear Maboneng)" and "If places could talk" spoken word by Redeeming Syllables

Listen to the words of Jeremiah who suffered along with his people because of their sin, and put your hope in Jesus who suffered in place of His people because of their sin. - Lamentations 3

Q & A with Joey Mongalo and One Mokgatle

Main session with Joey Mongalo

God's righteous anger is the first step in restoring his relationship with his disobedient people (Israel) and it reveals to his people their true hope and security. At the cross of Christ God's righteous anger was revealed and satisfied. Lamentations 2 and 4

Our Lament, starts and ends with GOD and that's a GOOD thing - Lamentations 1:1-22

We have the privilege of a King that is listening, what is our request to Him?" Nehemiah 2:1-8

The Gospel Advances Philippians 1:12-18

When we cry out Oh Lord remember me, this causes us to put our trust and faith in Jesus once more.

Messy Grace: The Finale by Rooted Fellowship

The Resurrection changes Everything - 1 Cor 15:35-58

Messy Grace: Christ Centred, Gospel Saturated, Risk Taking by Rooted Fellowship

What does Tina Turner, Lesilo and Jesus have in common? ANS: 1 Corinthians 13

The Apostle Paul instructs the church in Corinth on how to exercise these two, often very misunderstood, gifts in a way that builds up the local church. His words are encouraging to us here at Rooted Fellowship 2017, as we seek to embrace all the gifts of the Holy Spirit within our local church context.

The gifts of Holy Spirit are given to the body to contribute to the needs of the saints and to seek to show hospitality. 1 Cor 12:26-30

Your individuality is only incredible when it is integrated into the inner workings of the body of Christ - 1 Cor 12:12-26

The Holy Spirit gives us gifts to display the richness of the Trinitarian God and equip the body of Christ - 1 Cor 12:1-11

When we place Jesus in His rightful place - at the very center of our lives - every area of our lives, along with our relationships are transformed. Paul shows us how to be #bettertogehter at home and at work. Colossians 3:18-25 4:1

Paul encourages the church in Colossae to seek Jesus above all others, to be holy and set apart and to love one another as they get into community. This 3rd chapter proves to us that it is indeed #BetterTogether

Messy Grace: He Who Creates, Dictates by Rooted Fellowship

Seeking the good of your neigbour, Glorifies God. - 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1

1 Cor 10:15-22 - 1 Cor 11:17-34

Paul urges the Corinthian church singles to stay as they are because singleness is a gift and it should be celebrated as much as marriage is - if not even more! 1 Cor 7:25-38

The tension that exists in messy relationships - 1 Cor 7:10-16

Sex in context can lead to a flourishing marriage- 1 Cor 7:1-9

The Gospel defines our sexuality in light of our new identity in Christ - 1 Cor 6:9-20

God helps us to flee from idolatry and so we must flee from idolatry... 1 Cor 10:1-14

Paul unpacks the ministry of 'I Have Become' anchored in the reality that we servants of the Kingdom of God. 1 Cor 9:19-27

Would you lay down liberty for love - 1 Cor 9:1-18

Messy Grace: Free To Serve by Rooted Fellowship

Messy Grace: The Law Of The People Of God Is Sacrifice by Rooted Fellowship

Messy Grace: The Gospel by Rooted Fellowship

1 Corinthians 5

The Oxford Dictionary defines 'Privilege' as - 'A special right, advantage or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.'Where now live in a society where this word; PRIVILEGE; can be seen as a 'dirty' word. A word that either invokes bitterness, hostility and maybe rage OR brings about guilt, shame which can lead to feeling hopeless.If we were to be honest, we don't really have an issue with the word PRIVILEGE itself, but rather the adjectives we put in front of this noun. Adjectives like - Male, Educational, Black Middle Class and dare we say it, White.How do we navigate through these landmines; how do we have meaningful conversations that will build understanding which leads to unity, instead of leave us more confused and tear us further apart?And then lastly; does the Church have a say on this matter?These are some of the questions we will be wrestling through together, so JOIN US at the this Lekgotla as we seek to answer the question - IS 'PRIVILEGE' A DIRTY WORD?

Messy Grace: Parental by Rooted Fellowship

To be a humble servant we must fix our eyes continually on the author and perfector of our faith - the perfect servant Jesus Christ - 1 Cor 4:1-13

1 Corinthians 3:1-15

It is only through the Holy Spirit that we truly learn about the heart of God which is to reunite humanity to himself through our Lord and Saviour - Jesus Christ. 1 Cor 2:6-16

God using unconventional methods to bring eternal change to the lives of people. 1 Cor 1:18-31, 1 Cor 2:1-5

Personal growth in Christ spills out to the growth and unity of the church. The lack of it gives the devil the opportunity to divide the church.

We can be incredibly knowledgeable and incredibly gifted, but still be spiritually immature. 1 Cor 1:1-9

As a backdrop to our new series on 1 Corinthians, we look at the ministry exemplified in the planting of church in Corinth as well as preview the ways in which the church which developed in Corinth was pretty real or messy. Acts 18:1-18

A inspiring walk through the beautiful prayer of Hannah in 1 Samuel 2:1-10.

A look at adoption, our responsibilities as Christians and a Church.

Our hope is to see a world awakened to the wonder of God through His transcultural church

Christianity without the living Christ is inevitably Christianity without discipleship, and Christianity without discipleship is always Christianity without Christ

Vision Sunday - Our hope is to see a world awakened to the wonder of God and His transcultural church.

If we are to have any significant impact in 2017 our lives must first and foremost be devoted to Jesus Christ.

Final Instructions from a Letter of Encouragement.1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Kenny taking us through the message delivered by Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

The story of a woman who found in Jesus her true husband, a look at John 4:1-26 by Al Barth from Redeemer City to City

We anchor ourselves in the Gospel so that in our times of grief we can view all that we are experiencing through the lens of resurrection hope.

Paul makes a call to the Thessalonians to live in a manner that pleases God in the way they love each other... a look at 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12

Redeeming Holiness - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

1 Thessalonians 3:6-13

After leaving the young Thessalonian church in the midst of trials and opposition, Paul is at pains to assure them how much he cares for them and remind them of a few key truths to help them stand firm in their faith.

A Word Of Encouragement: The Integrity Of Your Ministry by Rooted Fellowship

Week 1 of our series in the book of Thessalonians

A view on discipleship: Knowing and being known by God and by my community #Joey Mongalo

How does hospitality advance the kingdom of God ? Luke 14:12-24

Why so transcultural ? A look at Revelation

Why So Transcultural - Part 5: The letters (Eph 2:11-22) by Rooted Fellowship

Why so transcultural ? A look at the Gospels

Why so transcultural ? A look at the Prophets

A look at the Poems

Why So Transcultural - Part 1: by Rooted Fellowship

A look at 2 Cor 8 - How much does God REALLY want ?

Heaven, Not earth is my home (Heb 11:13-16, 2 Cor 5:20, Phil 3:20)

A look at Treasure Principles focusing on financial advise from the Word

The plight of the domestic worker - Q & ABatanayi (Bat) Manyika & One Mokgatle

The Plight of the domestic workerBatanayi (Bat) Manyika is married to Vanesha (pronounced Vanessa). Vanesha is French, and Bat is Zimbabwean. They met at Mattersey Hall Bible College, UK, in 2005. They are a part of CityHill Church, Johannesburg, where Bat is teaching pastor. Vanesha works as a French tutor for a private company. Bat holds theology degrees from the University of Wales and the University of Stellenbosch. He is currently doing his PhD in New Testament with the South African Theological Seminary.

Our friend Pieter Wessels shared a inspiring message of hope by knowing God. Eph 1:15-23

Jonah 4 - That great city

Jonah - Part 3: Messy Missionary by Rooted Fellowship

Free at last | a look at the Freedom that comes from the Cross - Gal 5:1-5

Reflect Repent Rejoice - Jonah Part2

Jonah - Part 1: Recalculating by Rooted Fellowship

Beautiful By Design: Womanhood by Rooted Fellowship

Beautiful By Design: Manhood by Rooted Fellowship

Beautiful By Design: Beautifully Single by Rooted Fellowship

John 15:1-16

We had a power failure so please excuse the recording quality

Jesus bring the hope of the future into our present realities - John 11:1-27 & 38-44

John 10:11-18 - In a society where its all about going with the flow, Christ is ready for us to step into full relationship with Him. To a Love beyond understanding.

John 10:7-10 "I am the door..."

Rev 7:9-12

PART 3 of the I AM series, where we take a look at the 7 I AM statements that Jesus the Great I AM made.

I AM SERIES - PART 2 //BREAD OF LIFE//John 6:34-3534 Then they said to Him, "Lord, always give us this bread." 35 Jesus said to them, "I AM the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will never thirst.

Discover the Mystery of "The Great I Am" -

Courageous Series - Part 3: Leap Of Faith by Rooted Fellowship

Faith is trusting God regardless of the size of the problem