Bryanston Bible Church

We explore the familiar parable of the prodigal son through the lens of shame, guilt, and the transforming love of our heavenly Father. Both sons in the story are lost—not just physically, but spiritually—revealing how easy it is for us to drift from God's heart, even when we stay close to home. Our identity is not something we achieve but something we receive through Jesus Christ. God is not a disappointed Father waiting to scold us, but a loving Dad running to embrace us. Whether you're carrying shame like the younger son or striving like the older brother, this message invites you to come home to a love that celebrates your return. True freedom begins not when we perform for love, but when we finally rest in it.

Many of us know we're forgiven — but still feel trapped in old patterns. In this message, we're reminded that in Christ, we're not just pardoned; we're truly free. Sin no longer has the final say over our lives. Through union with Jesus in His death and resurrection, we've been given a new identity and a new power to live differently. God's grace doesn't just cover us — it transforms us. Come be encouraged to live in the freedom that's already yours.

Who truly represents you — Adam or Christ? Paul shows us that all of humanity shares in the fall of Adam, but a new identity is offered through the obedience and grace of Jesus. This sermon unpacks the profound truth that our hope isn't found in our performance but in Christ's perfect work on our behalf. His victory becomes ours — not by effort, but by faith. When grace reigns, our failures don't define us, Jesus does. Discover the assurance, freedom, and transformation that come from being in Christ.

What if being a Christian meant more than just being saved? In Romans 5:1–11, Paul reveals that believing in Christ gives us a whole new identity—marked by peace with God, access to grace, joy in suffering, and unshakable hope. You're not just forgiven—you're deeply loved, fully accepted, and eternally secure. Discover the rich benefits of your new life in Christ.

The key to growing in our faith—and standing firm against the attacks of the enemy and the brokenness of our world—is not more willpower, but deeper knowledge of God.In this powerful passage from Ephesians 1:15–23, the Apostle Paul shows us that knowing God is far more than accumulating facts or religious information. It's about entering into a living, experiential relationship with Him.Join us as we explore how this spiritual knowledge transforms our hearts, strengthens our hope, and opens our eyes to the riches of God's power at work in us.

We all want change. Healing. Wholeness. But sometimes, like Naaman, we're not sure we really want to be well—at least not on God's terms. In this message by pastor Sihle Xulu, we journey with a man of status and success who discovers that true transformation comes not through influence, wealth or control, but through humble surrender and simple obedience. Could your healing be waiting on the other side of obedience? Dive in.

We look into the life-changing power of faith, showing how righteousness before God comes solely through faith in Jesus, not our works or the law. Just like Abraham, we can have confidence that God's promises are fulfilled through His grace. Faith changes our hearts, renews our hope, and transforms how we view ourselves and our circumstances.

Righteousness is not something we can achieve through our own efforts, but is a gift from God. Paul uses the examples of Abraham and David to show that both were justified by faith alone, not by their works. God's righteousness and forgiveness are freely given to all who believe, regardless of background or past actions. Tune in for this powerful reminder that faith in Jesus is the only way to be made right with God.

Explore the life-changing truth that God's righteousness is given to us through faith in Jesus Christ. Despite our sinfulness, we are justified, redeemed, and set free through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. We reflect on the incredible grace God offers, explaining how faith in Jesus leads us to humility and a life devoted to honoring God. We are reminded that God's righteousness is our greatest need and that it is only through Jesus that we can be made right with God. This message encourages us to reject pride, embrace faith, and live in the freedom that comes from God's unearned grace.

In Romans, Paul shows that our spiritual blessings are not meaningless, God's faithfulness never wavers, and our sin doesn't glorify God. Ultimately, God welcomes our doubts and questions, using them to guide us toward repentance and hope in Christ.

In this sermon we explore the depth and pervasiveness of sin, revealing how it is much worse than we often think. We are all slaves to sin, incapable of saving ourselves, and guilty before God. But even in the midst of this sobering reality, there is hope. God, in His mercy, seeks us through His Son, Jesus Christ, offering salvation and righteousness. Join us as we dive into the bad news of sin and look ahead to the good news of God's redemption in Christ.

We dive into Paul's message to the church in Rome, revealing a profound truth: Your spiritual privileges alone won't make you acceptable to God. Paul challenges us to move beyond merely possessing spiritual privileges like the Law and Circumcision, urging us to faithfully practice God's will. Discover how true righteousness comes from obedience and how our faith in Christ alone makes us acceptable to God. Join us as we explore the hope and transformation found in the Gospel.

God is the right person to be the ultimate judge of who's acceptable to Him. Therefore, we can have hope in Him and Him aloneOur moral code is flawed, it can not compare to God, the creator. And so Paul is reminding us that the Gospel is a realistic hope, a hope that was promised, and through the Son of God, Jesus Christ, we have a solution to all of our mess, all our flaws and to where we fall short. 

In today's sermon, we delve into a powerful and often uncomfortable topic: the real threat of God's wrath. Drawing from Paul's reflections on the Graeco-Roman society, we explore the urgent warning he issues—a warning that, if heeded, promises to lead us to life through the Gospel.

Welcome to our new sermon series in the Book of Romans! 

et's make spiritual growth our top priority this year. Through Philippians 3:7-16, we delve into the priceless destiny of knowing Christ deeply and the continuous journey of pursuing Him with everything we've got.Join us as we challenge ourselves with two significant questions:How can I make 2025 the year I grow closer to God than ever before?What bold steps will I take to ensure that my spiritual maturity reaches new heights this year?Let's embark on this journey together, aiming higher and focusing on what truly matters – our eternal destiny in God.

Sho Baraka beautifully captures the essence of this moment: “There's something sacred about pausing at the threshold of a new year—acknowledging where you've been, mourning what you've lost, and standing in hope for what's ahead.” As we gather on this first Sunday of 2025, we have a unique opportunity to reflect on the past year and set our expectations on God for the coming year. Through prayer, we can sharpen our focus, experience God's grace, and align our hearts with His purposes. Join us in this exhortation as we embrace the new year with hope and purpose.

With Christmas being so close and the excitement of receiving gifts grows with it we have the blessing of being able to look unto Christ who is truly our greatest gift. Join us in part 4 of our advent series as Wesley Kretzschmar takes us through the book of John to learn how Jesus manifests Himself in our lives as the greatest gift we could ever receive.

If answered, Jesus' call to us results in an illuminated experience centred around finding true satisfaction in Christ. Join us as Stuart Jameson takes us through part 3 of our advent series: Light of the World. 

Knowing how much darkness runs rampant in our world it can be easy for us to become discouraged. The gospel of John introduces us to The Light who has overcome the darkness and restored hope amid hopelessness. Join us as Pastor Mike Combrinck takes us through part 2 of our advent series: Light of the World. 

In a world so full of darkness with all its challenges and unexpected turns, this advent season we look to Christ as the light of the world. Join us this festive season as we lean into the practice of looking to the light who is Christ to help us navigate the complexities of life. 

Have you ever considered the many missed opportunities you have had and the consequences that come with that? In part 3 of our Come Dine With Me series Pastor Mike Combrinck takes us through Luke 14 and we learn why it is so important for us not to let our excuses become our undoing, but rather prioritise God's priceless invitation. 

Do you love Jesus as much as you should? The answer to this question reveals to us just how aware or unaware we are of how much Jesus loves us and the extent to which He went to show us that love. Join us this morning as we journey through the book of Luke in part 2 of our Come Dine With Me series.Join us as we embark on a new series as we dine with Jesus and grow in our fellowship with Him. 

Jesus extends His fellowship to people from all walks of life, regularly sharing a meal with those He is ministering to. These encounters Jesus has are filled with truth essential to understanding our need for Jesus.Join us as we embark on a new series as we dine with Jesus and grow in our fellowship with Him. 

The teachings of Jesus alert us to the reality of a deep longing for freedom that can only be satisfied through devotion to Jesus. Join us as Pastor Sihle Xulu takes us through the scriptures as we learn how to have true satisfying freedom in Jesus Christ.

In the midst of suffering the temptation to turn from God is always present. Join us this morning as we learn the value of leaning into the hard seasons as we wait on God in His grace to rescue and restore us.

Life often takes unexpected turns for us, upending our plans and forcing us to reshape our view of the future. Join us as we explore the book of Genesis and learn in chapter 50 how God's faithful grace manifests in the Legacy of Jacob.

The love of our Father exceeds the depth of our greatest sins.No matter our sins or our failings, in faith, declare ‘God you are my shepherd', trusting His promises for our future.Join us as we journey through the book of Genesis to see how the grace of God continues to reveal itself time and time again in the lives of the people of God.

The Gospel is for all!God makes it clear in the scriptures that the saving grace accomplished by Jesus on the cross is not only for a select group of people but Christ has made the gospel accessible to all. Join us on this Heritage Sunday celebration as we walk through how the scriptures reveal the heart of God in making his Gospel available to all people.

We all need the Grace of God.Even the heroes of the faith are not exempt from the deep need we all have for God's grace. This morning we see God's grace revealed in the complicated life of Joseph. 

Hope: Where Does It Come From?Discover the source of true hope in our latest video.

What does it truly mean to keep in step with the Spirit of God?This morning we have Pastor Johan Verster from Ligpunt in Pretoria to walk us through the book of Galatians to understand better what it means to keep in step with the Spirit of God and the implications that has on our lives.

God is consistent in accomplishing His purposes even when it seems impossible. This sermon marks the last instalment in a 3 part journey through the life of Joseph by Pastor Justin Tamlin. We look at the full circle story of redemption and forgiveness realised in the story of Joseph being reunited with his family.

This morning Pastor Justin Tamlin takes us through part 2 of the Joseph story in Genesis 41-44. We see the work of God make itself manifest time and time again in this story. God is always in the background, carefully operating and influencing our circumstances for our good and His ultimate glory.

This Morning we return to our Genesis of Grace series. The story of Joseph is a rich representation of God's unwavering presence regardless of His children's circumstances. Join us as Pastor Justin Tamlin takes us through Ep.37 of our Genesis of Grace series.

Despite the unknown and unexplainable, we can surrender our lives to God, and find our refuge in His safe hands. So commit your spirit into His hands, trusting the God who fulfils His promises. Look to Him, and trust your fate to the hands of God, as the one who will satisfy your soul!

Our lives are a patchwork quilt - we are bound by the consequences of our choices and the choices of others. But as Christians God is always faithfully at work, transforming us and this helps us move forward in faith.Join us as we explore Genesis 35-36 and see how God is always orchestrating a bigger plan for our lives even in the midst of turmoil. 

When confronted by the reality of injustice in our world and in the scriptures how are we to respond? Join us as we search through Genesis 34 and see how our hearts ought to be refined to become more like Christ in the face of hurt, injustice and pain. 

This week we explore how God is active and working during Jacob's story. We encounter God's transforming grace that meets us in the crucible of life's challenges.

God is with His people despite their sin and no matter their situation. Join us as we explore the story of Jacob in Genesis 28 and how God showed up powerfully despite Jacob's situation. 

Don't pass up the opportunity to cash in on God's Grace!Join us as Badi takes us through the story of Esau and we unpack how we ought to accept God's free gift of perfect grace. 

How do we experience the work of God in our trials and difficulties?God stands with His people in the midst of trial. Join us as we explore Exodus 2:1-10 with Ps Stephen Murray and better understand how God shields and rescues His people in times of trouble.

Worried about the future of South Africa's youth? Pastor Musa Ntinga uses 1 Peter 1:13-16 in "Pray for Our Youth" to discuss God's heart for the next generation and how we can nurture and anchor them in faith. 

Can the church be a beacon of hope in South Africa? Preacher Sihle Xulu delves into 1 Peter 2:9-12 in "Pray for the Church" to explore how we can be an engaging church that serves our communities and offers hope.

Uncertain about South Africa's future leadership? Preacher Sibusiso Mlotshwa explores Romans 13:1-7 in "Government is about God" to build a theology of government and show you how to pray for positive change.

Feeling overwhelmed by negativity in South Africa?

How do we gauge the extent of our love for something or someone? The purity in our love for these things is only always confirmed when it comes in second place to the love we have for God. In this message, we investigate how our love for God should always rest in its rightful place above all else in our hearts. Genesis 23

Join us this week as we journey through the story of Abraham navigating the commandment by God to sacrifice Isaac. We are charged with seeing how God ultimately pointed to the future where His one and only son would be sacrificed and not spared.

Genesis of Grace -Badi BadibangaJoin us as we discover how a mishandling of sexual purity can have deep-seated ramifications in the lives of people around us.The Genesis story is full of disappointing stories that can leave us wondering if there is indeed a God of Grace in the midst of all of it but soaked even deeper that the sin we see in these stories is the boundless grace of God.

This week we are confronted by how God's grace searches for its people in their failures and fears.The evidence of this truth is found in Genesis 20 in Abraham and Sarah's interaction with Abimelech. God reminds us of His consistency in securing His covenant relationship with Abraham even when Abraham allows his fears to speak louder than the voice of God.

We all at some point struggle to reconcile the presence of a good God amidst the evil we see in the scriptures and our world today. Journey with us as we explore Genesis 18 and 19 seeking to find the beauty of God's grace through a story that seems to have nothing except sin and pain.