http://www.chichesterbaptist.org.uk/ en-us Welcome to where our sermons are stored. Welcome to where our sermons are stored. Welcome to where our sermons are stored. Copyright 2009 Sermon Share LLC Bernard Veasey Bernard Veasey bernard@chichesterbaptist.org.uk no Roger Hubert 'Who in their right mind gets baptised? Why would anyone take a bath in public? Let's be honest. When an otherwise perfectly normal human being announces to the world that they are going to be dunked fully under water in a public ceremony - questions about their sanity need to be asked!' Maybe that's a question you're asking yourself? It's surely the question that some of the onlookers must have been asking, with raised eyebrows, at the impromptu, but nevertheless very public, baptismal service of the Ethiopian Chancellor of the Exchequer in the first century. 00:24:18 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-2182632-1.mp3 Baptism,Ethiopian 'Who in their right mind gets baptised? Why would anyone take a bath in public? Let's be honest. When an otherwise perfectly normal human being announces to the world that they are going to be dunked fully under water in a public ceremony - questions about their sanity need to be asked!' Maybe that's a question you're asking yourself? It's surely the question that some of the onlookers must have been asking, with raised eyebrows, at the impromptu, but nevertheless very public, baptismal service of the Ethiopian Chancellor of the Exchequer in the first century. 'Who in their right mind gets baptised? Why would anyone take a bath in public? Let's be honest. When an otherwise perfectly normal human being announces to the world that they are going to be dunked fully under water in a public ceremony - questions about their sanity need to be asked!' Maybe that's a question you're asking yourself? It's surely the question that some of the onlookers must have been asking, with raised eyebrows, at the impromptu, but nevertheless very public, baptismal service of the Ethiopian Chancellor of the Exchequer in the first century. Kingsley Appiagyei Kingsley Appiagyei, this year's president of the Baptist Union, shares his heart on the need for prayer for Revival. That God hasn't finished with his work in the UK yet. How 2 Chronicles 7:14 provides a key as to what to pray for and with what attitude. 00:42:47 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-2184259-1.mp3 A,call,to,prayer Kingsley Appiagyei, this year's president of the Baptist Union, shares his heart on the need for prayer for Revival. That God hasn't finished with his work in the UK yet. How 2 Chronicles 7:14 provides a key as to what to pray for and with what attitude. Kingsley Appiagyei, this year's president of the Baptist Union, shares his heart on the need for prayer for Revival. That God hasn't finished with his work in the UK yet. How 2 Chronicles 7:14 provides a key as to what to pray for and with what attitude. Tim Crossley Various things that we need to look into to see if God really is taking a front seat in our lives. Also looking at what it means to really live. 00:28:21 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-2178644-1.mp3 Putting,God,First Various things that we need to look into to see if God really is taking a front seat in our lives. Also looking at what it means to really live. Various things that we need to look into to see if God really is taking a front seat in our lives. Also looking at what it means to really live. Rev Ken Benjamin Overview of Isaiah 26-30. The Lord waits for us! The Lord is Eager - rises on tiptoes - to greet us! The Lord is a God of justice. We are blessed if we wait on Him. 00:24:30 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-2178643-1.mp3 God,waits,for,us Overview of Isaiah 26-30. The Lord waits for us! The Lord is Eager - rises on tiptoes - to greet us! The Lord is a God of justice. We are blessed if we wait on Him. Overview of Isaiah 26-30. The Lord waits for us! The Lord is Eager - rises on tiptoes - to greet us! The Lord is a God of justice. We are blessed if we wait on Him. Phil Coleman The sermon gives an overview of Isaiah chapters 21-25. It then contrasts the 'feast of despair' in Isaiah 22 ("Let us eat and drink for tomorrow we die") with Isaiah 25's 'feast for all nations' prepared by the Lord, at which he will swallow up death for ever and wipe away tears. 00:24:00 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-245216-1.mp3 Self-indulgence,Judgement,Trust,Blessing The sermon gives an overview of Isaiah chapters 21-25. It then contrasts the 'feast of despair' in Isaiah 22 ("Let us eat and drink for tomorrow we die") with Isaiah 25's 'feast for all nations' prepared by the Lord, at which he will swallow up death for ever and wipe away tears. The sermon gives an overview of Isaiah chapters 21-25. It then contrasts the 'feast of despair' in Isaiah 22 ("Let us eat and drink for tomorrow we die") with Isaiah 25's 'feast for all nations' prepared by the Lord, at which he will swallow up death for ever and wipe away tears. Rev Ken Benjamin A message to consider the promise of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers and what a difference He makes. Particularly looking at Jesus' promise of an advocate, encourager, comforter, counsellor and helper. 00:30:13 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-248047-1.mp3 "Paraclete",who,comes,alongside A message to consider the promise of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers and what a difference He makes. Particularly looking at Jesus' promise of an advocate, encourager, comforter, counsellor and helper. A message to consider the promise of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers and what a difference He makes. Particularly looking at Jesus' promise of an advocate, encourager, comforter, counsellor and helper. Rev Ken Benjamin Looking at the repeating phrase 'In that day' and what it conveys God in control, judging but with mercy also. Calling us to place our dependence on Him and look to the ultimate fulfillment of 'in that day' in God's eternal plan. 00:23:42 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-243745-1.mp3 In,that,day Looking at the repeating phrase 'In that day' and what it conveys God in control, judging but with mercy also. Calling us to place our dependence on Him and look to the ultimate fulfillment of 'in that day' in God's eternal plan. Looking at the repeating phrase 'In that day' and what it conveys God in control, judging but with mercy also. Calling us to place our dependence on Him and look to the ultimate fulfillment of 'in that day' in God's eternal plan. Roger Hubert Some 600 years before Christ was born, the LORD gave the prophet Jeremiah a message for the people of Judah that had been carried into captivity by Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon. It was a message they didn't want to hear. They believed their captivity in Babylon was going to be short. Jeremiah told them that they could expect to be in Babylon for 70 years. Rather than pin their hopes on an early return to Jerusalem, they should settle down and start to put down roots in their new home, both for their benefit, and the benefit of the generations to follow them. In giving this advice, Jeremiah establishes some principles for Christians in all times and places about how to live life in the circumstances that God has placed them. 00:29:30 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-242425-1.mp3 Aliens,Shalom,Community Some 600 years before Christ was born, the LORD gave the prophet Jeremiah a message for the people of Judah that had been carried into captivity by Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon. It was a message they didn't want to hear. They believed their captivity in Babylon was going to be short. Jeremiah told them that they could expect to be in Babylon for 70 years. Rather than pin their hopes on an early return to Jerusalem, they should settle down and start to put down roots in their new home, both for their benefit, and the benefit of the generations to follow them. In giving this advice, Jeremiah establishes some principles for Christians in all times and places about how to live life in the circumstances that God has placed them. Some 600 years before Christ was born, the LORD gave the prophet Jeremiah a message for the people of Judah that had been carried into captivity by Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon. It was a message they didn't want to hear. They believed their captivity in Babylon was going to be short. Jeremiah told them that they could expect to be in Babylon for 70 years. Rather than pin their hopes on an early return to Jerusalem, they should settle down and start to put down roots in their new home, both for their benefit, and the benefit of the generations to follow them. In giving this advice, Jeremiah establishes some principles for Christians in all times and places about how to live life in the circumstances that God has placed them. Shane Morton Security - Story, "Huge Bag of Worries". Boundaries - Mr & Mrs (game of right & wrong). Significance - "God" by Danny, aged 8. Community - Noise Project. Creativity - Sharing ideas about God. 00:26:05 Sun, 31 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-238079-1.mp3 Security,Boundaries,Significance,Community Security - Story, "Huge Bag of Worries". Boundaries - Mr & Mrs (game of right & wrong). Significance - "God" by Danny, aged 8. Community - Noise Project. Creativity - Sharing ideas about God. Security - Story, "Huge Bag of Worries". Boundaries - Mr & Mrs (game of right & wrong). Significance - "God" by Danny, aged 8. Community - Noise Project. Creativity - Sharing ideas about God. Rev Ken Benjamin A United Churches Together in Chichester service where we looked at the fact that God's purposes and plan for the local church and we considered our part in the plan. 00:26:01 Sun, 31 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-239653-1.mp3 Local,Church,Purpose A United Churches Together in Chichester service where we looked at the fact that God's purposes and plan for the local church and we considered our part in the plan. A United Churches Together in Chichester service where we looked at the fact that God's purposes and plan for the local church and we considered our part in the plan. Roger Hubert Isaiah speaks prophetically about the coming of Jesus and the Spirit of the LORD resting on him to empower him for ministry and teaching him to walk with God. The same Spirit is at work in us today. 00:24:18 Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-234559-1.mp3 Spirit,Knowledge,Wisdom,Power Isaiah speaks prophetically about the coming of Jesus and the Spirit of the LORD resting on him to empower him for ministry and teaching him to walk with God. The same Spirit is at work in us today. Isaiah speaks prophetically about the coming of Jesus and the Spirit of the LORD resting on him to empower him for ministry and teaching him to walk with God. The same Spirit is at work in us today. Rev Ken Benjamin Some practical guidelines and ideas for prayer including a 6 point template for praying through the Lord's prayer based on Mike Brean's 'Lifeshapes'. 00:30:48 Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-237854-1.mp3 Prayer,Lord's,Prayer Some practical guidelines and ideas for prayer including a 6 point template for praying through the Lord's prayer based on Mike Brean's 'Lifeshapes'. Some practical guidelines and ideas for prayer including a 6 point template for praying through the Lord's prayer based on Mike Brean's 'Lifeshapes'. Paul Mortimore Imagine the Christian congregation in Antioch receiving Matthew's Gospel and how both its challenge about the cost of following Jesus and its encouragements about the presence of the Lord with them would speak right into their experience. 00:28:27 Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-233550-1.mp3 Suffering,inevitable,severe,bearable Imagine the Christian congregation in Antioch receiving Matthew's Gospel and how both its challenge about the cost of following Jesus and its encouragements about the presence of the Lord with them would speak right into their experience. Imagine the Christian congregation in Antioch receiving Matthew's Gospel and how both its challenge about the cost of following Jesus and its encouragements about the presence of the Lord with them would speak right into their experience. John Newton If we want to become full-on followers of Jesus Christ, then we should look at the story of His life and the lives if His first followers and see how it was shaped by the Bible - The Manual. This Manual, which is made up of 66 books, is unique in that no other writings tell us so many times that they are guidance from God. Why do we need The Manual as well as Immanuel? 00:35:47 Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-231895-1.mp3 Bible,Manual If we want to become full-on followers of Jesus Christ, then we should look at the story of His life and the lives if His first followers and see how it was shaped by the Bible - The Manual. This Manual, which is made up of 66 books, is unique in that no other writings tell us so many times that they are guidance from God. Why do we need The Manual as well as Immanuel? If we want to become full-on followers of Jesus Christ, then we should look at the story of His life and the lives if His first followers and see how it was shaped by the Bible - The Manual. This Manual, which is made up of 66 books, is unique in that no other writings tell us so many times that they are guidance from God. Why do we need The Manual as well as Immanuel? Peter Stockwell When we see God in all his glory or Christ onj the cross we are made aware of our sinfulness. Christ forgives us and calls us to serve him. We are called to seek justice and equality for the poor and disadvantaged. 00:30:31 Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-228937-1.mp3 Called,to,serve When we see God in all his glory or Christ onj the cross we are made aware of our sinfulness. Christ forgives us and calls us to serve him. We are called to seek justice and equality for the poor and disadvantaged. When we see God in all his glory or Christ onj the cross we are made aware of our sinfulness. Christ forgives us and calls us to serve him. We are called to seek justice and equality for the poor and disadvantaged. Rev Ken Benjamin How would you introduce Jesus to a friend? Why should he be your manager/Lord? What does it mean for Him to be manager/Lord each day? 00:27:35 Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-230482-1.mp3 Jesus,Lord,Manager How would you introduce Jesus to a friend? Why should he be your manager/Lord? What does it mean for Him to be manager/Lord each day? How would you introduce Jesus to a friend? Why should he be your manager/Lord? What does it mean for Him to be manager/Lord each day? Roger Hubert J. John's book 'Soul Purpose' states in its introduction, "If you believe that the message of Jesus is true, you are called to be his disciple, a follower committed to a lifelong journey of total dependence." So what is the message of Jesus (the good news) and what does it require of me? 00:28:55 Sun, 03 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-224360-1.mp3 Kingdom,Repent,Believe,Follow J. John's book 'Soul Purpose' states in its introduction, "If you believe that the message of Jesus is true, you are called to be his disciple, a follower committed to a lifelong journey of total dependence." So what is the message of Jesus (the good news) and what does it require of me? J. John's book 'Soul Purpose' states in its introduction, "If you believe that the message of Jesus is true, you are called to be his disciple, a follower committed to a lifelong journey of total dependence." So what is the message of Jesus (the good news) and what does it require of me? Rev Ken Benjamin An overview of Isaiah and our new series. Ann overview of Isaiah chapter 1-5. A look at Isaiah 1:15 and what God looks for in our worship. 00:32:17 Sun, 03 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-224365-1.mp3 Worship,Heart An overview of Isaiah and our new series. Ann overview of Isaiah chapter 1-5. A look at Isaiah 1:15 and what God looks for in our worship. An overview of Isaiah and our new series. Ann overview of Isaiah chapter 1-5. A look at Isaiah 1:15 and what God looks for in our worship. Matt Barlow The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. 00:31:45 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-220629-1.mp3 Christians,Against,Poverty The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. Matt Barlow The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. 00:31:09 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-220633-1.mp3 Christians,Against,Poverty The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. The Launch Service for Christians Against Poverty. How CAP is a key way to take seriously Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor. Roger Hubert Jesus was not only raised from the dead on Easter Sunday, he is alive today! The Living Jesus encounters a number of people in different ways after his resurrection and changes their lives in remarkable ways. 00:29:55 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-217698-1.mp3 Living,Jesus,Encounters Jesus was not only raised from the dead on Easter Sunday, he is alive today! The Living Jesus encounters a number of people in different ways after his resurrection and changes their lives in remarkable ways. Jesus was not only raised from the dead on Easter Sunday, he is alive today! The Living Jesus encounters a number of people in different ways after his resurrection and changes their lives in remarkable ways. Rev Ken Benjamin Before launching into a new series, a chance to summarise the current situation with regard to our three key initiatives, 'Heart for Parklands', 'CAP', and 'New Evening Services'. Particularly looking at verse 1 Cor 9:22 'I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some'. 00:27:19 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-217702-1.mp3 All,things,People,Methods Before launching into a new series, a chance to summarise the current situation with regard to our three key initiatives, 'Heart for Parklands', 'CAP', and 'New Evening Services'. Particularly looking at verse 1 Cor 9:22 'I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some'. Before launching into a new series, a chance to summarise the current situation with regard to our three key initiatives, 'Heart for Parklands', 'CAP', and 'New Evening Services'. Particularly looking at verse 1 Cor 9:22 'I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some'. Peter Stockwell Jesus walks with us, whether we recognise him or not, in all of life's experiences. His plans are not always our plans so we need to understand and follow his way. The presence of the risen Lord and the sharing of the gospel is a joyful experience. 00:30:39 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-215627-1.mp3 Walking,with,Jesus Jesus walks with us, whether we recognise him or not, in all of life's experiences. His plans are not always our plans so we need to understand and follow his way. The presence of the risen Lord and the sharing of the gospel is a joyful experience. Jesus walks with us, whether we recognise him or not, in all of life's experiences. His plans are not always our plans so we need to understand and follow his way. The presence of the risen Lord and the sharing of the gospel is a joyful experience. Rev Ken Benjamin A 3 part family message - exploring 'easy and hard' - 'impossible and possible' and 'choices'. The cross should never be considered easy or fuss free. The resurrection is where impossible and possible come together. The crowd choose Barrabas instead of Jesus, we must each choose what Jesus means to us. 00:21:56 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-217692-1.mp3 Easter,Resurrection A 3 part family message - exploring 'easy and hard' - 'impossible and possible' and 'choices'. The cross should never be considered easy or fuss free. The resurrection is where impossible and possible come together. The crowd choose Barrabas instead of Jesus, we must each choose what Jesus means to us. A 3 part family message - exploring 'easy and hard' - 'impossible and possible' and 'choices'. The cross should never be considered easy or fuss free. The resurrection is where impossible and possible come together. The crowd choose Barrabas instead of Jesus, we must each choose what Jesus means to us. Roger Hubert On the Friday of Jesus' crucifixion we see people reacting in a number of different ways. There is offence, indifference, disengaged observation, fear and service. 00:14:53 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-211922-1.mp3 Crucifixion,Perspectives On the Friday of Jesus' crucifixion we see people reacting in a number of different ways. There is offence, indifference, disengaged observation, fear and service. On the Friday of Jesus' crucifixion we see people reacting in a number of different ways. There is offence, indifference, disengaged observation, fear and service. Derek James The intense loneliness of Jesus throughout His trial comes to a head in this extreme mockery regarding His kingship on the part of the soldiers. His suffering reflects the prophecy of Isaiah 53 and follows some of the Old Testament imagery regarding sacrifice for the atonement of sin. Related key passages are Genesis 3:17-18 where the ground is cursed because of sin and produces thorns and thistles (note the significance of the crown of thorns); Galatians 3:10-14 where Christ redeems us from the curse so that by faith we receive the promise of the Spirit; 1 Peter 4:12-14 where we read we participate in the sufferings of Christ, and Hebrews 13:11-14 which explains why the mockery ends with Christ being taken outside the city to die for our sins. 00:25:00 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-209892-1.mp3 Suffering The intense loneliness of Jesus throughout His trial comes to a head in this extreme mockery regarding His kingship on the part of the soldiers. His suffering reflects the prophecy of Isaiah 53 and follows some of the Old Testament imagery regarding sacrifice for the atonement of sin. Related key passages are Genesis 3:17-18 where the ground is cursed because of sin and produces thorns and thistles (note the significance of the crown of thorns); Galatians 3:10-14 where Christ redeems us from the curse so that by faith we receive the promise of the Spirit; 1 Peter 4:12-14 where we read we participate in the sufferings of Christ, and Hebrews 13:11-14 which explains why the mockery ends with Christ being taken outside the city to die for our sins. The intense loneliness of Jesus throughout His trial comes to a head in this extreme mockery regarding His kingship on the part of the soldiers. His suffering reflects the prophecy of Isaiah 53 and follows some of the Old Testament imagery regarding sacrifice for the atonement of sin. Related key passages are Genesis 3:17-18 where the ground is cursed because of sin and produces thorns and thistles (note the significance of the crown of thorns); Galatians 3:10-14 where Christ redeems us from the curse so that by faith we receive the promise of the Spirit; 1 Peter 4:12-14 where we read we participate in the sufferings of Christ, and Hebrews 13:11-14 which explains why the mockery ends with Christ being taken outside the city to die for our sins. Rev Ken Benjamin Palm Sunday represented not just joy but another layer of suffering. It shows Jesus' intention and will, it shows fulfillment of a long term divine plan. It was need at some heavenly level and it shows Jesus involving others. It shows joy and sorrow mixed together in the same place at the same time can be right. 00:22:27 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-211519-1.mp3 Bittersweet Palm Sunday represented not just joy but another layer of suffering. It shows Jesus' intention and will, it shows fulfillment of a long term divine plan. It was need at some heavenly level and it shows Jesus involving others. It shows joy and sorrow mixed together in the same place at the same time can be right. Palm Sunday represented not just joy but another layer of suffering. It shows Jesus' intention and will, it shows fulfillment of a long term divine plan. It was need at some heavenly level and it shows Jesus involving others. It shows joy and sorrow mixed together in the same place at the same time can be right. Paul Mortimore How can a Christian get out of the rut of marking time in their relationship with the Lord and their following of Jesus? Paul writes to the Thessalonian church about growth in understanding, character and relationships. 00:32:31 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-206129-1.mp3 Renewal,Growth How can a Christian get out of the rut of marking time in their relationship with the Lord and their following of Jesus? Paul writes to the Thessalonian church about growth in understanding, character and relationships. How can a Christian get out of the rut of marking time in their relationship with the Lord and their following of Jesus? Paul writes to the Thessalonian church about growth in understanding, character and relationships. Rev Ken Benjamin What should be the greatest trial in history (because it is a trial of the greatest in history) is a farce. Strength is found in silence, truth is found in a dream and Pilate is found wanting. 00:19:10 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-208022-1.mp3 Pilate,Trial What should be the greatest trial in history (because it is a trial of the greatest in history) is a farce. Strength is found in silence, truth is found in a dream and Pilate is found wanting. What should be the greatest trial in history (because it is a trial of the greatest in history) is a farce. Strength is found in silence, truth is found in a dream and Pilate is found wanting. Tim Crossley Talking about the unfair trial of Jesus before the Sanhedrin and their attempt to convict him of a crime so as to kill him. Then talking about Peter's Denial of Jesus during the trial, and how both of these relate to how we live our lives. 00:26:55 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-203094-1.mp3 Jesus,Sanhedrin,Peter,Denial Talking about the unfair trial of Jesus before the Sanhedrin and their attempt to convict him of a crime so as to kill him. Then talking about Peter's Denial of Jesus during the trial, and how both of these relate to how we live our lives. Talking about the unfair trial of Jesus before the Sanhedrin and their attempt to convict him of a crime so as to kill him. Then talking about Peter's Denial of Jesus during the trial, and how both of these relate to how we live our lives. Roger Hubert In a difficult passage about the suicide of Judas there are still some important lessons for us to learn about remorse, consequences, confession, despair, hope, and callous indifference. 00:30:41 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-198698-1.mp3 Despair,Hope,Suicide,Judas In a difficult passage about the suicide of Judas there are still some important lessons for us to learn about remorse, consequences, confession, despair, hope, and callous indifference. In a difficult passage about the suicide of Judas there are still some important lessons for us to learn about remorse, consequences, confession, despair, hope, and callous indifference. Rev Ken Benjamin Looking at issues which can block or distort the message of security from the Lord. 00:22:58 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-198701-1.mp3 Inner,Security Looking at issues which can block or distort the message of security from the Lord. Looking at issues which can block or distort the message of security from the Lord. Rev Ken Benjamin Paul gives a brilliant defence of the gospel and there is challenge there. Festus calls Paul crazy and there is challenge in that. Agrippa says he is 'almost persuaded' and there is challenge in that too. 00:29:39 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-196290-1.mp3 Agrippa,Festus,Paul Paul gives a brilliant defence of the gospel and there is challenge there. Festus calls Paul crazy and there is challenge in that. Agrippa says he is 'almost persuaded' and there is challenge in that too. Paul gives a brilliant defence of the gospel and there is challenge there. Festus calls Paul crazy and there is challenge in that. Agrippa says he is 'almost persuaded' and there is challenge in that too. Roger Hubert The Bible gives many examples of men and women finding favour with God. Is there anything we can do to find favour with God, or does it just happen? 00:30:53 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-196294-1.mp3 Favour,Blessing The Bible gives many examples of men and women finding favour with God. Is there anything we can do to find favour with God, or does it just happen? The Bible gives many examples of men and women finding favour with God. Is there anything we can do to find favour with God, or does it just happen? David Siddle This is a sermon about Judas Iscariot betraying Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. What were Judas' motives? Was he a true follower of Jesus? Jesus goes through with the betrayal even though he could so easily have called down His angels to protect him. Peter reacted compulsively and attacked one of the mob to protect Jesus even though he has been told that it had to happen in this way! What can we learn from theses three men? 00:28:09 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-191173-1.mp3 Betrayal,Motives,Dedication This is a sermon about Judas Iscariot betraying Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. What were Judas' motives? Was he a true follower of Jesus? Jesus goes through with the betrayal even though he could so easily have called down His angels to protect him. Peter reacted compulsively and attacked one of the mob to protect Jesus even though he has been told that it had to happen in this way! What can we learn from theses three men? This is a sermon about Judas Iscariot betraying Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. What were Judas' motives? Was he a true follower of Jesus? Jesus goes through with the betrayal even though he could so easily have called down His angels to protect him. Peter reacted compulsively and attacked one of the mob to protect Jesus even though he has been told that it had to happen in this way! What can we learn from theses three men? Rev Ken Benjamin Making the peace of God a greater reality. Peace starts with our God including our view of forgiveness and eternity and purpose. Without hope it is hopeless! Peace is a piece by piece process - lookinh at putting together a number of the pieces. 00:27:56 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-191182-1.mp3 God's,Peace Making the peace of God a greater reality. Peace starts with our God including our view of forgiveness and eternity and purpose. Without hope it is hopeless! Peace is a piece by piece process - lookinh at putting together a number of the pieces. Making the peace of God a greater reality. Peace starts with our God including our view of forgiveness and eternity and purpose. Without hope it is hopeless! Peace is a piece by piece process - lookinh at putting together a number of the pieces. Ian Crossley When Jesus predicts some key events that were less than flattering to the disciples (i.e. that they will all 'do a runner'), they all protest their loyalty. Peter makes the loudest noise, because he doesnâ€"t take Jesus at his word, he thinks of himself as superior to the other disciples, and he is conceited. When they reach Gethsemane, a small Olive grove in the valley outside the walls of Jerusalem and between them and the Mount of Olives which sits to the east, we see the disciples faltering in their commitment to Jesus while Jesus himself shows us that he too has to pray as he modelled in the disciples prayer (Matthew 6:10b). Through all of this there are pointers to Jesusâ€" compassion, love & forgiveness. 00:33:22 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-187800-1.mp3 Gethsemane,Denial,Prayer,Sleep When Jesus predicts some key events that were less than flattering to the disciples (i.e. that they will all 'do a runner'), they all protest their loyalty. Peter makes the loudest noise, because he doesnâ€"t take Jesus at his word, he thinks of himself as superior to the other disciples, and he is conceited. When they reach Gethsemane, a small Olive grove in the valley outside the walls of Jerusalem and between them and the Mount of Olives which sits to the east, we see the disciples faltering in their commitment to Jesus while Jesus himself shows us that he too has to pray as he modelled in the disciples prayer (Matthew 6:10b). Through all of this there are pointers to Jesusâ€" compassion, love & forgiveness. When Jesus predicts some key events that were less than flattering to the disciples (i.e. that they will all 'do a runner'), they all protest their loyalty. Peter makes the loudest noise, because he doesnâ€"t take Jesus at his word, he thinks of himself as superior to the other disciples, and he is conceited. When they reach Gethsemane, a small Olive grove in the valley outside the walls of Jerusalem and between them and the Mount of Olives which sits to the east, we see the disciples faltering in their commitment to Jesus while Jesus himself shows us that he too has to pray as he modelled in the disciples prayer (Matthew 6:10b). Through all of this there are pointers to Jesusâ€" compassion, love & forgiveness. Rev Ken Benjamin Purity with regard to sexuality and everything else! New life should mean a new life style. The danger of living a life of contradiction. The danger of living a life with a hidden inconsistency. The danger of living a life too close to the place of temptation. 00:28:30 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-188970-1.mp3 Whole,Life,Purity Purity with regard to sexuality and everything else! New life should mean a new life style. The danger of living a life of contradiction. The danger of living a life with a hidden inconsistency. The danger of living a life too close to the place of temptation. Purity with regard to sexuality and everything else! New life should mean a new life style. The danger of living a life of contradiction. The danger of living a life with a hidden inconsistency. The danger of living a life too close to the place of temptation. Ian Crossley After 20 years away in Haran, Jacob's own attempts to climb the ladder of success have met with financial prosperity at the cost of treading on others. As he returns home - and to a meeting with his brother Esau - he is still scheming how he can apease his Esau. Finally, in a wrestling encounter with God he meets his match, and clinging to God, finally asks for his blessing. 00:27:13 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-184608-1.mp3 Jacob,Wrestles,Esau,Ladder After 20 years away in Haran, Jacob's own attempts to climb the ladder of success have met with financial prosperity at the cost of treading on others. As he returns home - and to a meeting with his brother Esau - he is still scheming how he can apease his Esau. Finally, in a wrestling encounter with God he meets his match, and clinging to God, finally asks for his blessing. After 20 years away in Haran, Jacob's own attempts to climb the ladder of success have met with financial prosperity at the cost of treading on others. As he returns home - and to a meeting with his brother Esau - he is still scheming how he can apease his Esau. Finally, in a wrestling encounter with God he meets his match, and clinging to God, finally asks for his blessing. Roger Hubert Jesus celebrates the Passover meal with his disciples. At the Passover meal the Jews would have remembered how God had delivered them from Egypt, the land of slavery, through Moses. Jesus now institutes a new meal to remember an even greater deliverance from the slavery of sin. This deliverance is achieved through a new covenant (or agreement) which will cost Jesus his life. It is in this setting, of the most amazing of deliverances through the most incredible cost, that Judas betrays Jesus. 00:29:32 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-184613-1.mp3 Covenant,Betrayal,Passover,Supper Jesus celebrates the Passover meal with his disciples. At the Passover meal the Jews would have remembered how God had delivered them from Egypt, the land of slavery, through Moses. Jesus now institutes a new meal to remember an even greater deliverance from the slavery of sin. This deliverance is achieved through a new covenant (or agreement) which will cost Jesus his life. It is in this setting, of the most amazing of deliverances through the most incredible cost, that Judas betrays Jesus. Jesus celebrates the Passover meal with his disciples. At the Passover meal the Jews would have remembered how God had delivered them from Egypt, the land of slavery, through Moses. Jesus now institutes a new meal to remember an even greater deliverance from the slavery of sin. This deliverance is achieved through a new covenant (or agreement) which will cost Jesus his life. It is in this setting, of the most amazing of deliverances through the most incredible cost, that Judas betrays Jesus. Ian Crossley Jesus predicts his death a few days later at the Passover Festival. We'll see that both this prophecy and this occasion were significant, yet the Jewish leaders wanted to avoid killing Jesus at this time because it would cause too much crowd trouble. Yet despite this, the plotting of evil men just 'happened' to bring everything together just as Jesus predicted, and fulfilling the Old Testament. God really is in control. 00:31:43 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-181267-1.mp3 Sovereignty,Passover,Alabaster,Caiaphas Jesus predicts his death a few days later at the Passover Festival. We'll see that both this prophecy and this occasion were significant, yet the Jewish leaders wanted to avoid killing Jesus at this time because it would cause too much crowd trouble. Yet despite this, the plotting of evil men just 'happened' to bring everything together just as Jesus predicted, and fulfilling the Old Testament. God really is in control. Jesus predicts his death a few days later at the Passover Festival. We'll see that both this prophecy and this occasion were significant, yet the Jewish leaders wanted to avoid killing Jesus at this time because it would cause too much crowd trouble. Yet despite this, the plotting of evil men just 'happened' to bring everything together just as Jesus predicted, and fulfilling the Old Testament. God really is in control. Rev Ken Benjamin A youth led - invite service. God comes to us in a variety of ways, dramatically, through our minds, through examples, through our consciences - through the Spirit. He comes 'so far' and then invites us to come to him. 00:20:28 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-179208-1.mp3 Goads,God,coming,to,us A youth led - invite service. God comes to us in a variety of ways, dramatically, through our minds, through examples, through our consciences - through the Spirit. He comes 'so far' and then invites us to come to him. A youth led - invite service. God comes to us in a variety of ways, dramatically, through our minds, through examples, through our consciences - through the Spirit. He comes 'so far' and then invites us to come to him. Roger Hubert We have all wished we were someone else - to a greater or lesser degree. We try to satisfy our hunger in life with materialism, power, celebrity status and pleasure-seeking. But it doesn't ultimately satisfy. Jesus as the bread of life offers his life for ours to satisfy our deepest longings. 00:34:40 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-177332-1.mp3 Hunger,Thirst,Satisfaction,Substitution We have all wished we were someone else - to a greater or lesser degree. We try to satisfy our hunger in life with materialism, power, celebrity status and pleasure-seeking. But it doesn't ultimately satisfy. Jesus as the bread of life offers his life for ours to satisfy our deepest longings. We have all wished we were someone else - to a greater or lesser degree. We try to satisfy our hunger in life with materialism, power, celebrity status and pleasure-seeking. But it doesn't ultimately satisfy. Jesus as the bread of life offers his life for ours to satisfy our deepest longings. Mary Fairfield To be fully human, we all need to be in a right relationship with God through Jesus. For Christians, an authentic life requires us to avoid hypocrisy and ensure our deeds match our words and beliefs. Christians have a good reputation for providing medical and educational care for the poor and needy but there is an urgent need for justice and human rights as well. 00:33:46 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-174122-1.mp3 Do,Something To be fully human, we all need to be in a right relationship with God through Jesus. For Christians, an authentic life requires us to avoid hypocrisy and ensure our deeds match our words and beliefs. Christians have a good reputation for providing medical and educational care for the poor and needy but there is an urgent need for justice and human rights as well. To be fully human, we all need to be in a right relationship with God through Jesus. For Christians, an authentic life requires us to avoid hypocrisy and ensure our deeds match our words and beliefs. Christians have a good reputation for providing medical and educational care for the poor and needy but there is an urgent need for justice and human rights as well. Rev Ken Benjamin How Jesus masterfully handled questions. How he didn't answer every question. How he pointedly asked telling questions. How he didn't let red-herring questions distract his mission. 00:25:10 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-174878-1.mp3 Questions,,Questions How Jesus masterfully handled questions. How he didn't answer every question. How he pointedly asked telling questions. How he didn't let red-herring questions distract his mission. How Jesus masterfully handled questions. How he didn't answer every question. How he pointedly asked telling questions. How he didn't let red-herring questions distract his mission. Peter Stockwell To follow 00:29:31 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-171906-1.mp3 Matthew To follow To follow Rev Ken Benjamin The need to carve out time for reflection if we are to become more like Jesus. The Bible is a book with reflection throughout. Communion as an example of a reflection. (This message originally contained a video clip which has been cut out) 00:23:57 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-171900-1.mp3 Make,time,for,Reflection The need to carve out time for reflection if we are to become more like Jesus. The Bible is a book with reflection throughout. Communion as an example of a reflection. (This message originally contained a video clip which has been cut out) The need to carve out time for reflection if we are to become more like Jesus. The Bible is a book with reflection throughout. Communion as an example of a reflection. (This message originally contained a video clip which has been cut out) Roger Hubert How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? 00:31:43 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-168358-1.mp3 Adultery,Faithfulness,Affairs,Marriage How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Roger Hubert How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? http://sermonplayer.com/podcastredirect/index.pdf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fsermonplayer.com%2Fdownload_rss.php%3Fc%3D14172-rss-168358-2 Adultery,Faithfulness,Affairs,Marriage How can I cherish and protect my God-given relationships? How do I ensure that I keep the promises I have made? Rev Ken Benjamin Jesus' moment of public recognition before the trial and betrayal to come. For two disciples a humble task, an embarrasing task which could be misunderstood. Yet a task which they agree to and so they get the privilege of being part of the masterplan for the salvation of the world. 00:22:58 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-169025-1.mp3 Public,recognition,Humble,task Jesus' moment of public recognition before the trial and betrayal to come. For two disciples a humble task, an embarrasing task which could be misunderstood. Yet a task which they agree to and so they get the privilege of being part of the masterplan for the salvation of the world. Jesus' moment of public recognition before the trial and betrayal to come. For two disciples a humble task, an embarrasing task which could be misunderstood. Yet a task which they agree to and so they get the privilege of being part of the masterplan for the salvation of the world. Ian Crossley Our culture is obsessed with success by reaching the top of the pyramid. Even among believers it's easy to find people who promote themselves rather than Jesus. Ever since the early church there have been plenty of Christians who want to be the most important people in a congregation. In this message we'll see o how Jesus handled a direct request for a prestigious place in a palace in paradise o how within the Trinity Jesus submits to His Father o how leadership within God's Kingdom should therefore be in contrast to what the world demonstrates o how Jesus teaches that He is the best example of servant leadership o and then demonstrates that He is servant to blind men who the crowd thought were just a nuisance. 00:30:22 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-166611-1.mp3 greatness,servant,Zebedee,blind Our culture is obsessed with success by reaching the top of the pyramid. Even among believers it's easy to find people who promote themselves rather than Jesus. Ever since the early church there have been plenty of Christians who want to be the most important people in a congregation. In this message we'll see o how Jesus handled a direct request for a prestigious place in a palace in paradise o how within the Trinity Jesus submits to His Father o how leadership within God's Kingdom should therefore be in contrast to what the world demonstrates o how Jesus teaches that He is the best example of servant leadership o and then demonstrates that He is servant to blind men who the crowd thought were just a nuisance. Our culture is obsessed with success by reaching the top of the pyramid. Even among believers it's easy to find people who promote themselves rather than Jesus. Ever since the early church there have been plenty of Christians who want to be the most important people in a congregation. In this message we'll see o how Jesus handled a direct request for a prestigious place in a palace in paradise o how within the Trinity Jesus submits to His Father o how leadership within God's Kingdom should therefore be in contrast to what the world demonstrates o how Jesus teaches that He is the best example of servant leadership o and then demonstrates that He is servant to blind men who the crowd thought were just a nuisance. Rev Ken Benjamin How can I live passionately for God? What can I do to increase that passion? "I've lost my spiritual hunger, passion, sensitivity". Why? How can I get it back? "I wish I was as committed now as when I was when I first became a Christian!" 00:27:04 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-166612-1.mp3 Passion,Obtaining,Passion,Maintaining,Passion How can I live passionately for God? What can I do to increase that passion? "I've lost my spiritual hunger, passion, sensitivity". Why? How can I get it back? "I wish I was as committed now as when I was when I first became a Christian!" How can I live passionately for God? What can I do to increase that passion? "I've lost my spiritual hunger, passion, sensitivity". Why? How can I get it back? "I wish I was as committed now as when I was when I first became a Christian!" Roger Hubert At Christmas God offers the gift of peace to all who believe in the name of Jesus. 00:16:14 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-161249-1.mp3 Christmas,Peace At Christmas God offers the gift of peace to all who believe in the name of Jesus. At Christmas God offers the gift of peace to all who believe in the name of Jesus. Rev Ken Benjamin Our Carol's by Candlelight message. The time was right for the message of Jesus to spread the time was right for the Shepherds to be accepted, the time was right for the wise men to find the King. The time is right for us. 00:19:59 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-161671-1.mp3 The,time,was,right Our Carol's by Candlelight message. The time was right for the message of Jesus to spread the time was right for the Shepherds to be accepted, the time was right for the wise men to find the King. The time is right for us. Our Carol's by Candlelight message. The time was right for the message of Jesus to spread the time was right for the Shepherds to be accepted, the time was right for the wise men to find the King. The time is right for us. Paul Mortimore We can be confident that God's promise will be fulfilled - the day of the Lord will come. What kind of people should we be in the waiting time? 00:28:41 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-159407-1.mp3 Time,Waiting,Patience,Purpose We can be confident that God's promise will be fulfilled - the day of the Lord will come. What kind of people should we be in the waiting time? We can be confident that God's promise will be fulfilled - the day of the Lord will come. What kind of people should we be in the waiting time? Rev Ken Benjamin When the time was right - waiting - Zechariah as an example of waiting for a child - waiting for his big day - waiting for the big day of hope. 00:22:49 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-159409-1.mp3 Zechariah,Waiting When the time was right - waiting - Zechariah as an example of waiting for a child - waiting for his big day - waiting for the big day of hope. When the time was right - waiting - Zechariah as an example of waiting for a child - waiting for his big day - waiting for the big day of hope. Marion Trask How do we prepare to welcome Christ this Christmas time and how are we on a state of readiness for His Second coming? 00:21:09 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-156198-1.mp3 Ready,Prepared How do we prepare to welcome Christ this Christmas time and how are we on a state of readiness for His Second coming? How do we prepare to welcome Christ this Christmas time and how are we on a state of readiness for His Second coming? Rev Ken Benjamin Joseph thought it was bad news, but it was good, thought he had a good plan but it was wrong, then he paused and heard from God and everything changed then he did the right thing but he might have had to live with a reputation for doing the wrong thing. 00:22:40 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-157305-1.mp3 Joseph Joseph thought it was bad news, but it was good, thought he had a good plan but it was wrong, then he paused and heard from God and everything changed then he did the right thing but he might have had to live with a reputation for doing the wrong thing. Joseph thought it was bad news, but it was good, thought he had a good plan but it was wrong, then he paused and heard from God and everything changed then he did the right thing but he might have had to live with a reputation for doing the wrong thing. Rev Ken Benjamin Elijah's big finish! Lessons of loyalty, waiting succession and mostly God's incomparable power. 00:23:22 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-154619-1.mp3 Elijah,Elisha Elijah's big finish! Lessons of loyalty, waiting succession and mostly God's incomparable power. Elijah's big finish! Lessons of loyalty, waiting succession and mostly God's incomparable power. Roger Hubert We are made in God's image. The image is inadequate, because we are only human, and it is imperfect, because we are sinners, but we reflect that image all the same. When Christ came and lived among us, we saw for the first time since Adam the image of God perfectly displayed in a man. God wants us to reflect his image, and he makes it possible by making us new creations. We are given a new self, which is being renewed day after day in knowledge in the image of its Creator (Colossians 3:9-10). Baptism is symbolic of what God has done for us in Christ, and we should take seriously the New Testament command to be baptised. In our daily lives we work out the symbolism of baptism by choosing to “put off” the practices associated with our old way of living, and “put on” the character of God's chosen people. 00:28:22 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-154621-1.mp3 Restoring,Image We are made in God's image. The image is inadequate, because we are only human, and it is imperfect, because we are sinners, but we reflect that image all the same. When Christ came and lived among us, we saw for the first time since Adam the image of God perfectly displayed in a man. God wants us to reflect his image, and he makes it possible by making us new creations. We are given a new self, which is being renewed day after day in knowledge in the image of its Creator (Colossians 3:9-10). Baptism is symbolic of what God has done for us in Christ, and we should take seriously the New Testament command to be baptised. In our daily lives we work out the symbolism of baptism by choosing to “put off” the practices associated with our old way of living, and “put on” the character of God's chosen people. We are made in God's image. The image is inadequate, because we are only human, and it is imperfect, because we are sinners, but we reflect that image all the same. When Christ came and lived among us, we saw for the first time since Adam the image of God perfectly displayed in a man. God wants us to reflect his image, and he makes it possible by making us new creations. We are given a new self, which is being renewed day after day in knowledge in the image of its Creator (Colossians 3:9-10). Baptism is symbolic of what God has done for us in Christ, and we should take seriously the New Testament command to be baptised. In our daily lives we work out the symbolism of baptism by choosing to “put off” the practices associated with our old way of living, and “put on” the character of God's chosen people. Rev Ken Benjamin How we need passages like this in the Old Testament for the good news of Jesus to be better understood. 00:26:09 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-152529-1.mp3 Ahaziah,Elijah How we need passages like this in the Old Testament for the good news of Jesus to be better understood. How we need passages like this in the Old Testament for the good news of Jesus to be better understood. Ian Crossley Despite starting his reign so well, Jehoshaphat made the serious error of making an alliance with the evil King Ahab o Israel, and his descendants. This relationship sealed by a marriage between their children, resulted in him partnering them in ventures that displeased God. 00:24:00 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-148800-1.mp3 Jehoshaphat,Ahab,service,Judah Despite starting his reign so well, Jehoshaphat made the serious error of making an alliance with the evil King Ahab o Israel, and his descendants. This relationship sealed by a marriage between their children, resulted in him partnering them in ventures that displeased God. Despite starting his reign so well, Jehoshaphat made the serious error of making an alliance with the evil King Ahab o Israel, and his descendants. This relationship sealed by a marriage between their children, resulted in him partnering them in ventures that displeased God. Rev Ken Benjamin There is assurance in the joy of salvation, logic and reason, the Holy Spirit's prompting, answers along the way, 'lack of something' in others without Jesus, a world with subtle prompts. 00:24:14 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-150417-1.mp3 Blessed,Assurance There is assurance in the joy of salvation, logic and reason, the Holy Spirit's prompting, answers along the way, 'lack of something' in others without Jesus, a world with subtle prompts. There is assurance in the joy of salvation, logic and reason, the Holy Spirit's prompting, answers along the way, 'lack of something' in others without Jesus, a world with subtle prompts. Roger Hubert Ahab wants Jehoshaphat's support in a campaign against Aram, but Jehoshaphat wants to know if God is behind it. Ahab goes through the motions but it is clear that he just want's God's approval on his own plans. 00:27:50 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-146234-1.mp3 Truth,Honesty,Unity,Delusion Ahab wants Jehoshaphat's support in a campaign against Aram, but Jehoshaphat wants to know if God is behind it. Ahab goes through the motions but it is clear that he just want's God's approval on his own plans. Ahab wants Jehoshaphat's support in a campaign against Aram, but Jehoshaphat wants to know if God is behind it. Ahab goes through the motions but it is clear that he just want's God's approval on his own plans. Rev Ken Benjamin To follow 00:20:39 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-146813-1.mp3 Industrious To follow To follow Rev Ken Benjamin Noboth's vineyard, a comparison with David and Bathsheba and an extreme example of some home truths. 00:22:24 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-143860-1.mp3 Naboth,Jealousy,Repentance Noboth's vineyard, a comparison with David and Bathsheba and an extreme example of some home truths. Noboth's vineyard, a comparison with David and Bathsheba and an extreme example of some home truths. Derek James The traditional view is that mankind is created immortal by God. This relationship is spoiled by sin. We can now be made alive in Christ and have an eternal relationship with Him through the gift of the Holy Spirit. 00:32:01 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-144350-1.mp3 Eternal,Immortality,Salvation The traditional view is that mankind is created immortal by God. This relationship is spoiled by sin. We can now be made alive in Christ and have an eternal relationship with Him through the gift of the Holy Spirit. The traditional view is that mankind is created immortal by God. This relationship is spoiled by sin. We can now be made alive in Christ and have an eternal relationship with Him through the gift of the Holy Spirit. Guy Applebee How the Bible affects us. 00:26:21 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-141350-1.mp3 Bible,Behaviour,Treasure,Being How the Bible affects us. How the Bible affects us. Roger Hubert We are holding, in the Bible, dynamite! It is the most enduring, popular, life-changing book ever to be written. Some people doubt the Bible's reliability, but after 2000 years of challenges it is still going strong. Academics can give us excellent reasons for trusting the Bible, but Jesus gives us the ultimate test. He said: "My teaching is not my own. It comes from him who sent me. If anyone chooses to do God's will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own." It is a manual for living. For example, it is the source of wisdom, freedom and comfort. But, ultimately, it is so much more than another book that tells us how to live happy lives: it tells us about life itself because it shows us how we can know God. 00:29:47 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-141899-1.mp3 Life,Living,Bible,Trust We are holding, in the Bible, dynamite! It is the most enduring, popular, life-changing book ever to be written. Some people doubt the Bible's reliability, but after 2000 years of challenges it is still going strong. Academics can give us excellent reasons for trusting the Bible, but Jesus gives us the ultimate test. He said: "My teaching is not my own. It comes from him who sent me. If anyone chooses to do God's will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own." It is a manual for living. For example, it is the source of wisdom, freedom and comfort. But, ultimately, it is so much more than another book that tells us how to live happy lives: it tells us about life itself because it shows us how we can know God. We are holding, in the Bible, dynamite! It is the most enduring, popular, life-changing book ever to be written. Some people doubt the Bible's reliability, but after 2000 years of challenges it is still going strong. Academics can give us excellent reasons for trusting the Bible, but Jesus gives us the ultimate test. He said: "My teaching is not my own. It comes from him who sent me. If anyone chooses to do God's will, he will find out whether my teaching comes from God or whether I speak on my own." It is a manual for living. For example, it is the source of wisdom, freedom and comfort. But, ultimately, it is so much more than another book that tells us how to live happy lives: it tells us about life itself because it shows us how we can know God. Marion Trask The challenge of living obediently and boldly for God. 00:25:53 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-139267-1.mp3 Obedience,Sin,Boldness The challenge of living obediently and boldly for God. The challenge of living obediently and boldly for God. Rev Ken Benjamin God has always given His people responsibility. Discovering our personal and collective responsibilities and 'going for them' is the greatest adventure on the planet. 00:23:57 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-140677-1.mp3 Responsible,Steward,Tell God has always given His people responsibility. Discovering our personal and collective responsibilities and 'going for them' is the greatest adventure on the planet. God has always given His people responsibility. Discovering our personal and collective responsibilities and 'going for them' is the greatest adventure on the planet. Peter Stockwell The sense of morality to be found in humankind shows that we are made in God's Image. 00:21:54 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-136091-1.mp3 Morality The sense of morality to be found in humankind shows that we are made in God's Image. The sense of morality to be found in humankind shows that we are made in God's Image. Rev Ken Benjamin Unpicking some lessons from a battle between two bad kings. The Lord is Lord of all. He prompts us all. Our dependence on Him at all times. 00:31:51 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-136753-1.mp3 Ben-Hadad,vs,Ahab Unpicking some lessons from a battle between two bad kings. The Lord is Lord of all. He prompts us all. Our dependence on Him at all times. Unpicking some lessons from a battle between two bad kings. The Lord is Lord of all. He prompts us all. Our dependence on Him at all times. Roger Hubert After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings of failure and loneliness. 00:28:39 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-134477-1.mp3 Stress,Exhaustion,Depression,Loneliness After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings of failure and loneliness. After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings of failure and loneliness. Rev Ken Benjamin A Christian response to the current economic crises, considering also the needs of the poor. 00:28:42 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-135318-1.mp3 Economic,crises,Christian,response A Christian response to the current economic crises, considering also the needs of the poor. A Christian response to the current economic crises, considering also the needs of the poor. Roger Hubert After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings and loneliness. 00:28:39 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-138418-1.mp3 Stress,Exhaustion,Depression,Loneliness After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings and loneliness. After the elation of Mount Carmel, Elijah is brought low by Jezebel's threat to take his life and his own feelings and loneliness. Marion Trask Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. 00:32:08 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-138409-1.mp3 Relationships,Friendship,Image,of,God Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. Rev Ken Benjamin A special service inviting people back to church. Looking at how Jesus considers us all VIPs. 00:28:18 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-132938-1.mp3 VIP,Feeding,the,5000 A special service inviting people back to church. Looking at how Jesus considers us all VIPs. A special service inviting people back to church. Looking at how Jesus considers us all VIPs. Marion Trask Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. 00:32:08 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-134279-1.mp3 Relationships,Friendship,Image,of,God Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. Made in God's image we are relational, reflecting the original relationship that the three Persons of the Trinity enjoyed from eternity. We must work out what it means to be in relation to God and to other people. Roger Hubert Elijah confronts Ahab. The Lord shows all who are looking on that He is the true God. If He is the true God then we need to make up our mind whether or not we follow him. If we choose to follow Him, there will be zero-tolerance towards sin in our lives. 00:28:29 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-129531-1.mp3 Truth,Choices,Consequences Elijah confronts Ahab. The Lord shows all who are looking on that He is the true God. If He is the true God then we need to make up our mind whether or not we follow him. If we choose to follow Him, there will be zero-tolerance towards sin in our lives. Elijah confronts Ahab. The Lord shows all who are looking on that He is the true God. If He is the true God then we need to make up our mind whether or not we follow him. If we choose to follow Him, there will be zero-tolerance towards sin in our lives. Rev Ken Benjamin Made in the Image of God, we can find rational steps to find God, we can explain steps to help others find God and we can find steps which help us to live more as Jesus would want us to. 00:27:11 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-130083-1.mp3 Rational,Image,of,God Made in the Image of God, we can find rational steps to find God, we can explain steps to help others find God and we can find steps which help us to live more as Jesus would want us to. Made in the Image of God, we can find rational steps to find God, we can explain steps to help others find God and we can find steps which help us to live more as Jesus would want us to. Paul Mortimore Our Creativity reflects the Image of God, includes all the concerns of God, should be directed to the glory of God and is powered by the Spirit of God. 00:31:13 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-127196-1.mp3 Human,Creativity Our Creativity reflects the Image of God, includes all the concerns of God, should be directed to the glory of God and is powered by the Spirit of God. Our Creativity reflects the Image of God, includes all the concerns of God, should be directed to the glory of God and is powered by the Spirit of God. Rev Ken Benjamin Concentrating on Obadiah who worked as a godly person in an ungodly place and risked all to serve God. Also lessons from Elijah's willingness to walk into danger and Ahab who blames God's messenger. 00:21:46 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-126696-1.mp3 Obadiah,Elijah,Ahab Concentrating on Obadiah who worked as a godly person in an ungodly place and risked all to serve God. Also lessons from Elijah's willingness to walk into danger and Ahab who blames God's messenger. Concentrating on Obadiah who worked as a godly person in an ungodly place and risked all to serve God. Also lessons from Elijah's willingness to walk into danger and Ahab who blames God's messenger. Ian Crossley An introduction to the northern kingdom of Israel and the pagan environment that had developed. Elijah delivers his message to Ahab, and God provides for him during the drought. 00:32:04 Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-124408-1.mp3 Elijah,Ahab,dependence,widow An introduction to the northern kingdom of Israel and the pagan environment that had developed. Elijah delivers his message to Ahab, and God provides for him during the drought. An introduction to the northern kingdom of Israel and the pagan environment that had developed. Elijah delivers his message to Ahab, and God provides for him during the drought. Rev Ken Benjamin An overview of the theme that we are made in the image of God. 00:20:42 Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-124410-1.mp3 Image,of,God An overview of the theme that we are made in the image of God. An overview of the theme that we are made in the image of God. Rev Ken Benjamin How should we 'view' reality TV? 00:22:44 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-121580-1.mp3 Reality,TV How should we 'view' reality TV? How should we 'view' reality TV? Roger Hubert Prayers of Confession 00:36:26 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-113191-1.mp3 Confession Prayers of Confession Prayers of Confession Ken Benjamin & Roger Hubert Interview about Bible Reading and Prayer 00:11:10 Sun, 11 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-113560-1.mp3 Prayer,Bible,Reading Interview about Bible Reading and Prayer Interview about Bible Reading and Prayer Rev Ken Benjamin Practising the Presence of God 00:31:03 Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 http://sermonplayer.com/download_rss/14172-rss-113557-1.mp3 Presence Practising the Presence of God Practising the Presence of God