Big Question - What is our worship of Christ worth?
Big Idea - Affliction reveals the posture of our heart. Hope is where our soul kneels to worship. 

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - Is God really watching us?
Big Idea - When God reveals His hand, our pride is undone.

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - When facing earthly powers, what truth will preserve us?
Big Idea - God's Kingdom is eternal and He rules over all.

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - In your current affliction what false gods are seeking your worship?
Big Idea - Worshipping the true God delivers us from the temptations of false gods. 

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - Is there anything we can't know?
Big Idea - There is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - In a world that pressures us to conform, how can we remain undefiled?

SERIES OVERVIEW
As we continue our 2026 spiritual focus on hope, we turn to the book of Daniel in a new series titled Patient in Affliction. Set during Israel’s exile in Babylon, Daniel depicts the people of God living as a displaced minority within a powerful and demanding imperial culture. In the face of uncertainty and opposition, Daniel and his friends embody faithful endurance marked by courage and steadfast trust in the Lord.

Through familiar narratives such as the fiery furnace and the lions’ den, and through Daniel’s visions of kingdoms rising and falling, the book affirms that God remains sovereign even when life appears unstable. This series calls us to patient perseverance and prayerful dependence, trusting that the Lord is at work even when His purposes are not yet fully visible. Daniel assures us that our hope is secure because God’s kingdom will outlast every empire, and His people may therefore endure affliction with deep confidence in Him.

Big Question - What does the resurrection mean for us?

SERIES OVERVIEW
Across Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday, we’ll trace the story at the heart of our faith. From the anticipation of Jesus’ arrival, to the sacrifice of the cross, and finally to the victory of the empty tomb, each service will highlight a different aspect of the hope we have in Christ.

Our key verse for the week comes from 1 Peter 1:3, reminding us that in God’s great mercy, we have been given new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus. It’s a hope rooted in God’s mercy, secured by Jesus’ death, and proven through His resurrection.

Throughout the week, we’ll reflect on themes of praise, mercy, new life, and the sure promise of salvation.

Big Question - Who really is Jesus?
Big Idea - Jesus is the good and ultimate king.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Across Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday, we’ll trace the story at the heart of our faith. From the anticipation of Jesus’ arrival, to the sacrifice of the cross, and finally to the victory of the empty tomb, each service will highlight a different aspect of the hope we have in Christ.

Our key verse for the week comes from 1 Peter 1:3, reminding us that in God’s great mercy, we have been given new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus. It’s a hope rooted in God’s mercy, secured by Jesus’ death, and proven through His resurrection.

Throughout the week, we’ll reflect on themes of praise, mercy, new life, and the sure promise of salvation.

Big Idea - We can be content in Christ because Christ is all-sufficent.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Starter Question - When did you last have peace?
Big Question - How can we experience the peace of God?
Big Idea - Peace is the default setting of our transformed life. The peace of God come through praying to the God of peace. 

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - What threatens our joy and perseverance in the Lord?
Big Idea - We find joy as we stand firm together in Jesus

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Starter Question - How can I tell when I am close to giving up?
Big Idea - We'll persevere if we find joy in whatever brings us closer to Jesus

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - Why is knowing Christ of surpassing worth?
Big Idea - Only through knowing Christ can we be saved.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - How can  tell if I am maturing as a Christian? Who in your life helps you to be more like Jesus?
Big Idea - Discover the joy of putting Jesus's interests above our own.
Big Danger - Emulating someone who doesn't want what Jesus wants.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - What is the greatest concern for a Christian? What is your greatest concern as a Christian? 
Big Danger - To give up on the work God is doing among us
Big Idea - Work out the salvation God is working among us

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - Why does the Lordship of Jesus matter to us? 
Big Idea - The Lordship of Jesus frames our lives, our salvation and our worship.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - How can we have true security? 
Big Idea - True security is in Christ, let's be united in Christ.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - How does Jesus give shape to our lives as believers?

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Big Question - What is it in the Christian faith that excites you?
Big Idea - When Jesus is our hope we'll never be put to shame and the joy never runs out.

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Philippians 1:12-20 gives Paul's occasion for writing.  He is concerned that the believers "know" that his imprisonment has served to advance the gospel, rather than hinder it.  This prompts the apostle to delight in the impact his suffering has had upon the boldness of other Christians who have now been swayed to speak about Jesus. The section ends with Paul's self reflection of his own preaching in light of other preachers, concluding that in the end all that matters to him is that Christ be exalted in his own body - whether by life or death.

Big Question - What is our joy grounded in?
Big Idea - Our joy is grounded in our hope

SERIES OVERVIEW
This year our spiritual focus is "Hope" and we are beginning 2026 with a series through Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi.  Written while the apostle was imprisoned in Rome, this letter exhorts us to joy by framing the life and trials of believers in terms of our eternal hope in Jesus.

Philippians 1:12-20 gives Paul's occasion for writing.  He is concerned that the believers "know" that his imprisonment has served to advance the gospel, rather than hinder it.  This prompts the apostle to delight in the impact his suffering has had upon the boldness of other Christians who have now been swayed to speak about Jesus. The section ends with Paul's self reflection of his own preaching in light of other preachers, concluding that in the end all that matters to him is that Christ be exalted in his own body - whether by life or death.

Big Question - Are you weary?
Big Idea - When Gos is home, the old is gone, the new has come.

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Idea - There is peace for us in the house of God

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Question - What sign helps you trust God instead of fear?
Big Idea - Jesus is God's sign to trust Him and not fear.

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Question - How does God bring 'home' to us?
Big Idea - He makes his home among us in Jesus

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Question - Have I received Jesus?
Big Idea - The light has come, We must make a choice

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Question - Where do we long to arrive?
Big Idea - Jesus comes to us as King of a better country.
Bug Truth - The City of God glows with the glory of its King.

SERIES OVERVIEW
In the liturgical calendar, we find ourselves in the season of “Advent” which is a word that indicates the coming or arrival of someone.  Naturally, we think of Jesus and his birth at this time of year, as the arrival of Immanuel.

This year, the theme for our Advent series is “home” because when the gospel announces that God has come to earth in Jesus, this is only just the beginning.  As Jesus came to make us God’s children, so too he came to bring us into God’s home. 

We might well say the gospel is the story of how God made his home with us, so that we might find our home in Him.  Throughout the history of God’s people, they have been looking for the place where God dwells with his people in peace, forever.

Big Idea - Jesus' priority is our unity

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - What does Jesus ask for His disciples as he goes to God?
Big Idea - Jesus asks His Father to keep us for His glory

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - Why does Jesus ask to be glorified?
Big Idea - Jesus seeks His glory for our good

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Idea - Where Satan demands, Jesus intercedes.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Idea - Jesus opens us to all thats good

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - How does prayer affect your decisions?
Big Idea - Prayer is the means to bend our will to God's

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - What prayers does our Father answer?
Big Idea - God answers Kingdom prayers

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - Why should we pray in public?
Big Idea - Jesus prays in public so that people might believe.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - Why did Jesus withdraw to pray with his disciples? 
Big Idea - To open their eyes

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - If Jesus is God, why does He need to pray?
Big Idea - Jesus demonstrates the priority of personal prayer

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - What gives Jesus joy?
Big Idea - Jesus rejoices in the Father's will revealed

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question - What does Jesus pray for his disciples?
Big Idea - When Jesus prays the Father reveals

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Question: 
Why is Jesus baptised? 
Who is Jesus?
What happens when he prays?

SERIES OVERVIEW
Prayer is a heart-reflex of faith. And who better to teach us than Jesus Himself? In this new series, we’ll watch Jesus engage with His Father to see how we too can walk with God.

The series is divided into four parts:
Pictures: Key stories of Jesus praying that orient us 
Practice: When and how Jesus prayed
Pattern: What kinds of prayers Jesus prays
Petition: A close-up look at Jesus's extended prayer for his disciples before going to the cross (John 17).

Big Dilemma: Once saved, always saved?
Big Question: Will I Be Faithful to the End? Will I Keep Trusting Jesus?
Big Idea: We trust in Jesus, not in our own ability to trust

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Question: Have you put a condition on your faith?
Big Idea: Blessed are those who believe in Jesus
Big Step: Surrender your life to worship the risen Jesus

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Question: When were last you desperate to find Jesus?
Big Doubt: Jesus, can you do anything to help us?
Big Idea: Everything is possible for one who believes in Jesus

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Question: Can faith survive despair?
Big Doubt: Has God "deceived" me?
Big Idea: Lament is faith worshipping from the pit of despair

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Question: What causes us to doubt God's fairness?
Big Doubt: Is God being fair to the people I love? 
Big Idea: True prosperity is when God is your portion forever!

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Doubt: Is God calling me?
Big Idea: We are all called to serve Christ in his Mission. All doubts of our calling disappear as we focus not on ourselves but upon Christ alone.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Doubt: Is God calling me?
Big Idea: We are all called to serve Christ in his Mission. All doubts of our calling disappear as we focus not on ourselves but upon Christ alone.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Doubt: Will God's Promise Come True?
Big Question: How long, oh Lord?
Big Idea: By exposing our doubts God clarifies His promise

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Idea: Doubt entertains a world where God is not.

SERIES OVERVIEW
Though doubt is often characterised as the absence of faith, our series will instead spotlight doubt as the shadow-side of faith.  This series, titled “Faith In The Shadows,” canvasses a series of stories from the whole Bible about various types of doubt and its accompanying burden.  

Although exploring doubt may be unconventional in a sermon series, we trust God to minister to us through holy scripture. He calls us to be “merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 22) and so we hope this series kindles faith in believers and unbelievers alike.

The selection of stories is based upon a recent book from Philip Ryken, I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith (Crossway 2024).

Big Question - How can my ordinary life have an impact for Jesus?
Big Idea - Ordinary people in Christ are the heroes!

Big Question - How does the 'new self' speak?
Big Truth - We 'put on' Christ in our speech when we have a holy pre-occupation with the things above. 
Big Idea - Our words should be tinged with gospel readiness.

Key Theme - All who are in Christ are to clothe themselves with Christ.
Big Question - What does it look like to put the "new self" at work?
Big Idea - Representing Jesus is our work should be the ultimate KPI. 

Big Question - What does it look like to put on the 'new self' at home?
Big Idea - We are called to reflect out obedience to Christ in love to our families.

Big Question - What is the uniform of the Christian?
Big Idea - All who are in Christ are to clothe themselves with Christ.

Big Question - If we aren't legalists , how do we live holy lives that are pleasing to the Lord?
Big Idea - The life of Christ in me empowers holiness

Big Idea - Trust in the sufficiency of Christ

Big Idea -  Jesus is King over all creation. Jesus is Lord of creation. Jesus is supreme.
Big Question -  Will you trust Jesus for forgiveness and say YES to him?

The Good News - When God Raised Jesus to Life, He Won Total Victory
Big Question -  How do we keep a firm grip on the faith?

Big Question -  What is the meaning of "in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of His body"?
Big Idea - The treasure in suffering is found in the mystery! The treasure is found in Christ. The treasure is Christ in you!

Big Question -  Who Is Our Redeemer, really?
Big Idea - Jesus is Preeminent: Lord of the New Creation

Big Idea - Our Redeemer is out Maker: the Lord of Creation

Big Question -  Now that we believe in Jesus, what's next?
Big Idea - The good news is now we can live a God-directed life.

Big Question -  How to we encourage the growth and fruitfulness of the gospel in our world?
Big Idea - Be a mushroom, not a truffle.

Big Question -  When will God's King establish his rule?
Big Idea - The Kingdom of God has come fully when God's King reigns over God's people in God's city.

Big Idea - David is whole heartedly resting on a faithful redeemer
Big Question -  How can I have the same confidence as David? 

Big Question - How does God establish his kingdom?
Big Idea - God's King is installed on the basis of God's promise, not human power.

Big Questions
1 - How will David claim his throne?
2 - What will become of Saul's house?

Big Questions
1 - How will Saul meet his fate?
2 - How will David greet the news?
3 - How will Saul be remembered? 

Big Question - What do you want me to do for you?
Big Idea - What we want from Jesus reveals how we see His Kingdom
One Key Lesson - To Truly see Jesus is to seek His mercy before we seek our privilege.

Big question - How do we receive the Kingdom of God "like a child"
Big Truth - We receive the Kingdom of God when we come with empty hands

Big Question - How do we face "impossible" situations?
Big Idea - We can trust in God's mercy!

Big Question - Why would the birth of Jesus be threatening?
Big Truth - Jesus comes to us bringing God's kingdom
So... How can we avoid overlooking Jesus?
Big Idea - Don't underestimate Jesus, because the child of Christmas is the Lord of all

Big Question - What is the Wonder of Christmas?
Big Truth - The angels are more excited than we are

Big Question - What would you do if you had the worlds best news?

Big Question - Why would Jesus be visited by the Magi?
Big Truth - The star is an invitation
Big Idea - God shines His light for all to come and see

Big question - What did Mary know?
Big Truth - Mary knew that she was a virgin. 
Big Truth - The ONLY person in all of history who knows the truth of the virgin birth first hand is Mary.

Big question - What did Jesus' birth mean for Joseph?
Big Truth - Having God in your life changes EVERYTHING
Big Idea - The birth of Jesus invites us to believe

Big question - Where will we turn when darkness surrounds us?
Big Idea - Jesus is our only way out of darkness.

Big question - How will I remain faithful to God through long suffering and trail?
Big Idea - Mercy proves we trust in God's plan.

Big question - What makes a person great? 
Big Idea - The wise are great because they recognise the blessing of God’s King.
Big Truth - Waiting on the Lord clears the way for His glory.

Big question - If we have an opportunity to avenge ourselves, should we take it?
Big Idea - Mercy proves we trust in God’s plan.
Big Truth - Waiting on the Lord clears the way for His glory.

Big question - When we are afraid, will we reach for help or for control? 
Big Idea - God’s holy ones are kept in his loving hand.
Big Truth - Where we see a Shepherd, God sees a King.