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Treasure in jars of clay
22 september 2024
Dave Holden zooms into Paul’s understanding of Christians indwelt by treasure (2 Corinthians 4). Dave reminds us to have a sober view of ourselves (jars of clay) and at the same time upholds our value as containing a treasure of incomparable value (the life of Jesus in us). Lees meer
If that treasure was available to one of Christianity’s worst enemies (Paul), then the indwelling treasure is available to all.
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Joshua 1 - shaped by faith
15 september 2024
God consistently speaks into Joshua courage, strength and boldness. He knows that for Joshua to step into all that God has for him, he will need faith. In this message we consider how to live lives more shaped by faith than by fear.
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God in the storm
8 september 2024
In this message Tim looks at the story of Jonah and how we see a man who runs away from God’s calling, finds himself in a storm, but through it all is pursued by a God of compassion and mercy.
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Joshua 1, Going well
2 september 2024
In this final message about walking through change, Phil talks the importance of leaving well, acknowledging loss and choosing what we take with us into the future.
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The Joshua generation
25 augustus 2024
The difference between ‘getting out’ and ‘getting in. Why was it that Joshua’s generation managed to step into the inheritance that God had promised, and yet the generation before didn’t? In this message we consider the importance of cultivating a receptive heart that can respond with more faith than doubt when it comes to following Jesus. Lees meer
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Joshua seasons of change
18 augustus 2024
In this mini series we are looking at how to navigate seasons of change. In Joshua 1 the Lord speaks to Joshua and tells him it is time to move and inherit the land. In this talk we consider the importance both as a church family and as individuals, of seeking God’s guidance and learning to hear his voice. Lees meer
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Luke 15, a trilogy
28 juli 2024
In this sermon, Vahé explains how Jesus, through these parables, is displaying brilliantly the extravagant love of the Father, fully displayed in Jesus and ultimately on the cross. Vahé dives into the parable of the lost sons to unpack the relationships of both sons with their father and explains how we can relate to our Father as sons and daughters. Lees meer
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Lazarus, it’s in your blood
14 juli 2024
In this message from John 11 we look at the raising of Lazarus. We see again the importance of faith and how Jesus wants us to trust him today especially in the seasons which are confusing and painful.
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Where are you going to sit?
7 juli 2024
In this message we look at Luke 14 and Jesus’ message to the Pharisees the ‘seats of honour.’ We consider the call on us as Christians to be those who don’t make ourselves the centre of the story but rather ‘open the door’ for others.
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You are called
30 juni 2024
In this message Gert spoke from Isaiah 49 about the importance of knowing that each of us is called by God.
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Jesus blesses the children
23 juni 2024
Vahé explains who children represent in Mark chapters 8 through 10. And what Jesus means when he says that we have to receive the kingdom of God like a little child.
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Prayer: a place of intimacy with God
16 juni 2024
In Mark 1:35-39 Jesus shows us a rhythm of personal intimacy with God through prayer.
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“Soul hunger” - The feeding of the 5000
9 juni 2024
In this message we look at how this story speaks of the ‘soul hunger’ we all carry, Jesus’ intent to satisfy that desire, and how he chooses to work with and through the church to do just that.
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Treasure
2 juni 2024
In this message we consider Jesus’ challenge and invitation to ‘treasure’ the right things and to “store up for yourselves treasures in heaven.” We consider what this means and how what we do about this issue has such a critical impact on our lives.
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The discipline of celebration
28 mei 2024
Today we celebrate 2 years as a church plant in Rotterdam. In this message we explore the importance of stopping, reflecting , giving thanks and celebrating.
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Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus
19 mei 2024
Vahé shares how Jesus’ message to Nicodemus completely shakes his world. He goes on to describe the new life that Jesus offers and how it is radically different and much much better from what our culture has to offer.
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Baptism, the Symbol, the Sign and the Step
12 mei 2024
In this message we explore the New Testament instruction to ‘Be Baptised’ and why it is such an important symbol, sign and step in the life of a believer.
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Blind Bartimaeus - not so blind after all
5 mei 2024
There is something about Bartimaeus’ shout that stops Jesus, something about the way he reached out that appears to have attract the attention of Jesus. Lees meer
In this message we consider what we can learn from Bartimaeus and his encounter with Jesus, and how Jesus responds in way we don’t expect.
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Into the storm
28 april 2024
In this message we consider how God at times will send us ‘into the storm’ in order to shape and change us so that we can grow to be who he is calling us to be.
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Zacchaeus - salvation language
21 april 2024
In this message we explore Jesus’ radical desire to ‘seek and save’ lost people, and what a great response to the gospel looks like.
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Wartime footing
14 april 2024
In this message Dean explains that planting a church in Rotterdam involves spiritual warfare and opposition. Therefore, we need to take seriously Paul’s comments (Eph 6) that we are in a battle and learn what it means to live as Christians in light of that. Lees meer
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John 2, Water into wine
7 april 2024
This is the start of a new series called ‘Jesus Stories’. In this message we explore the significance of Jesus turning gallons of water into the very best wine.
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Resurrection day
31 maart 2024
As we give thanks for Easter Sunday and all that it means, we consider Matthew’s account and some of the first ‘resurrection moments’ recorded and what they tell us about the gospel.
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The cross
24 maart 2024
This week Chris Taylor preached on the meaning and significance of the cross, and how, as we look towards Easter Sunday, the cross changes everything.
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The Last supper
17 maart 2024
As we build towards Easter, we look at the Last Supper and consider the importance of this meal that Jesus invites his followers to participate in.
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Jesus’ triumphal entry to Jerusalem
10 maart 2024
In this message, Vahé explains how Jesus announces himself as both the Lamb of God coming to take away the sin of the world and our King. He explains why we need a King, why the gospel of King Jesus is the best news ever and how can we live in response to his kingship. Lees meer
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A People of Purpose
4 maart 2024
In the final message of the series, Phil unpacks the conviction we carry, that God has called us together in Rotterdam for great kingdom purpose.
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A people of his Presence
25 februari 2024
In this message, we explore what it means to be a people who believe in and experience the presence of God. We look at the impact this has on how we are the church together and how we live out our lives as followers of Jesus.
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Solitude and silence
18 februari 2024
In this message, Vahé explains the role of discipline in spiritual formation. He encourages to adopt the practice of solitude and silence as a path to greater freedom and deeper communion with God.
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A people of faith
11 februari 2024
In this message we look at how we are called to be believers, and how faith is the critical quality of the people of God.
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What kind of people? People people.
4 februari 2024
We are starting a new series looking at the kind of church we want to be. In this message Phil Varley talks about how the church should always be a place where people matter.
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Go
28 januari 2024
In this final message of the series, we look at what it means when Jesus calls his disciples to firstly leave their former lives and then to “go” out into the world and to bear fruit.
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Wait
21 januari 2024
Jesus tells his disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. In this message Phil speaks about the challenge and opportunity of waiting, and how the Spirit is present to help us ‘wait well.’
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Follow
14 januari 2024
Sarah and Phil Varley continue our series looking at the radical call to follow Jesus and what that means.
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Come
7 januari 2024
In this message we consider the offer and the invite of Jesus for us to come to him.
7th Jan 2024 | Phil Varley -
Prince of Peace
10 december 2023
This message we explore the advent theme of Peace, and how Jesus is the Prince of Peace.
10th Dec 2023 | Phil Varley -
Hope has a name
3 december 2023
In the first of our Advent series, Chris Taylor spoke about how Jesus is the bringer of great hope into a world of darkness.
3rd Dec 2023 | Chris Taylor -
Hard sayings of Jesus - fire, sin and repentance
26 november 2023
In this message Phil looks at some of the hard sayings of Jesus in Luke 12 and 13, and why engaging with, rather than dismissing these gospel moments is so important.
26th Nov 2023 | Phil Varley -
Living a Big life, settling the ownership issue
19 november 2023
In this message Phil speaks from Luke 13 and the story of bigger barns and how if we want to live a big life, we must settle the ownership issue. Lees meer
19th Nov 2023 | Phil Varley
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The simple truth
12 november 2023
Jesus teaches that one of the keys to a ‘blessed’ and happy life is simply to hear his voice and follow it. It’s so simple and yet at times we find it so hard. Lees meer
12th Nov 2023 | Phil Varley
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How to love your neighbour?
5 november 2023
Looking at the story of the ‘good Samaritan’ in Luke 10 Sarah talks about how the sacrifice of Jesus enables us live out the call to love our neighbour as ourselves. Lees meer
5th Nov 2023 | Sarah Varley
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Keep one eye on the Harvest
29 oktober 2023
In Luke 10 Jesus sends his disciples out into the world announcing that the “harvest is plentiful” and that he is the “Lord of the harvest.” Jesus is similarly challenging us not simply to be people who come to him, but a people who are sent by him to be his messengers out into the city.
29th Oct 2023 | Phil Varley Lees meer -
Discipleship: anything better?
22 oktober 2023
In this message, Vahé explores what discipleship entails and how there is nothing better for us to do in this moment than to live in the Kingdom.
22nd Oct 2023 | Vahé Jebejian -
Jesus and the demonised man
15 oktober 2023
In this message from Luke 8, Phil speaks about the presence of evil, the beginnings of freedom, the intent of Jesus and the power of a story.
15th Oct 2023 | Phil Varley -
Signs of the Kingdom
8 oktober 2023
Simon spoke from Luke 7 and how Jesus, having taught on the Kingdom in the Sermon on the Plain, is now demonstrating the compassion and power of his Kingdom.
8th Oct 2023 | Simon Elliot -
Learning from Jesus
1 oktober 2023
In this message, Vahé looks at Jesus’ invitation for us to become like Him. In collaboration with the Spirit, Jesus invites us to learn from Him and imitate Him.
1st Oct 2023 | Vahé Jebejian -
The Kingdom of God vs the Kingdom of the world
24 september 2023
In this message, Phil looks at Luke’s account of the beatitudes, and how Jesus calls us into a radically new way of viewing the world and what counts.
24th Sep 2023 | Phil Varley -
An amazing invitation to spirit enabled partnership
17 september 2023
Sarah looks at Luke 5 where Simon Peter was called to leave his day job as a fisherman and partner with Jesus to fish for men. She looks at how, empowered by the spirit, we also get to Partner with God in proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and at what we can learn from Simon Peter about obedience, trust and surrender.
17th Sep 2023 | Sarah Varley Lees meer -
The unexpected King
10 september 2023
Jesus announces the Kingdom manifesto and that he is the Kingdom bringer. But although he is the King that Israel has been waiting for, he is not the one they are expecting. We see again that the kingdom is both counter cultural and so often counter intuitive for us all.
10th Sep 2023 | Phil Varley Lees meer -
Receiving the King
3 september 2023
Phil opens our series from Luke looking at the calling of John the Baptist, and the challenge to receive Jesus as the King.
3rd Sep 2023 | Phil Varley