Church Untamed

In the natural, we can satisfy our hunger by eating, but when we hunger after Jesus, the more of Him we have, the more of Him we want.  Where is your spiritual hunger - are you hungry for the presence of God or has your appetite been squashed? Powerful message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Passion, proficiency and purpose - when these line up we step into incredible things with God, but when they don't line up it can lead to distraction.   Powerful message from Ps Ray Thomson

Who's in your living room?  In this powerful message Ps Ray Thomson looks at church as Gods living room - a place where we host the presence of God and visitors.  How are you hosting in your living room?  How we host the presence of God, and others, says a lot about what we believe about God.

We were never promised that life with Jesus would be safe - but He is always good - we just need to trust Him and lean in. Message by Ps Ray Thomson

Drink from the cup that never runs dry - Jesus. Message by Ps Ray Thomson

Resurrection Sunday - the day that changed it all.  On the Friday Jesus was put to death but by Sunday the grace was empty.  Powerful message by Ps Ray Thomson at Easter

Being stretched is uncomfortable but it increases our capacity.  God meets us in the stretch  - Where is God encouraging you to grow your capacity? Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Message by Ps Garth Chin Poy of City Church Christchurch 

Culture is an important part of building community  - we are not bound by the culture of this world, but are called to be counter cultural and represent the culture of the Kingdom.  What culture are you building - in your life, your workplace, your home, your church? Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

The BIG Series - Belong Invest Grow When we aren't being challenged or growing we become stagnant - are you still the same person you were 6 months, a year, 5 years ago? Growth can be uncomfortable but when we commit to and embrace it, we can step into the freedom and purpose God has for us.

Our lives are now so busy, but are we making room for the most important thing of all - our relationship with Jesus? Powerful message by Ps Ray Thomson

The invitation is a powerful thing - Church is not a place for those who have got it all together, but is a place for the broken, the bruised, the hurting.  A place for those who don't know Jesus yet to meet with him - there is always room for more people in the Kingdom of God, but do we make room in our lives for the invitation?  Message by Ps Ray Thomson

When tragic events happen in our world our faith can be shaken and we have two choices - to react in fear, or drop to our knees in prayer and respond in love.  Jesus calls us to love our neighbour, regardless of our differences.  Powerful message by Ps Ray Thomson in response to the Christchurch attack.

All of us have fallen short of the glory of God but Jesus does not condemn us.  In fact we are new creations, reconciled in Christ and set free!  A powerful message by JP du Plessis

As a church we are going  All In, All Out, All Together Message from Ps Ray Thomson

At the heart of our mission is to build community - with one another and the wider community around us.  We are stronger when we choose to gather together. Message from Ps Shannon Thomson

We are stronger together - impossible things happen when we partner with God and one another  Message by James Bremer

We often look at the bravery of youth, but have you ever considered the bravery of adulthood, when we know the high stakes, but the call of God is bigger?  Cross over into the faith zone and into the fullness of a life lived on purpose for God

Your story is powerful, your story can change lives - Message by Ps Ray Thomson

Church is not a building or just a gathering of people - Its a community, a whanau, a family.  Families can be messy but they are always worth fighting for. Message by Ps Shannon Thomson 

We are the most connected and most isolated generation ever - God calls us into community, for we are stronger together.  Great message from Ps. Dave Whittaker from Equippers Timaru.

Launching into the next season we celebrate what God has done and we look towards the Next. Today was our first ever Vision Sunday as we set ourselves up for the Next season God is calling us into. We are excited to partner with Him!#churchuntamed #visionsunday#nowandthenext #newseason#gatherandgrow #thechurchwewanttosee#weareamovement #actschurchesnz

We can often be self reliant but the Holy Spirit is the best director of our steps, and will help us discern the next season.  message by Ps Ray Thomson

The Apostolic creates breakthrough in the Now and the Prophetic brings breakthrough in the Next - Message by Ps Shannon as part of our The Now and The Next series

Have you ever been stuck - being stuck to your past, being stuck in the present, or always looking to the future?  Ps Ray Thomson looks at the reasons you might be stuck, and how God wants to help you get unstuck...

Just one touch from Jesus can change your life.  Message by Shannon Thomson.

Love is an action, not a transaction... to love authentically, we need to have compassion, passion, and the desire to honour others over ourselves. The conclusion to our Stronger Together series.

Christianity is love in action…It’s an active lifestyle.  Followers of Christ turn the world upside down, and passionate followers of Christ - bring heaven to Earth… You are the missing piece of someone's puzzle. Pt. 2 of our Higher Further: Stronger Together series.  Preached by Ps. Ray Thomson

When we position ourselves to be tranformed by the renewing of our minds, we can turn the world upside down.  Great Message by Ps. Ray Thomson. 9 Sept 2018

Change is a challenge - it can be uncomfortable but sometimes our greatest victory is on the other side of change - Great message by Ps Ray Thomson

DOUBLE UP - incredible tesitimony of God's leading and the miracles that happen when you trust him

Double Up - Incredible testimony from JP Du Plesis about the powerful keeping power of a God who loves us

Each of us were creatied unique. We were not created to shrink back but to SHINE God's light!  Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Powerful message from our special guest Ps Ian Wright. Heritage, legacy and the Holy Spirit.  A message you want to listen to!

One of out heartbeats at Church Untamed is to see people living creatively.  Our God is a creative God, the same creativity is within us!  Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Sacrificial Praise brings breakthrough!  Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Who is your neighbour? Compassion without action is apathy - how can you put compasstion into action today?  Check out the latest message from Ps Ray Thomson.

Your testimony is powerful - its the story of Jesus weaving in with your own life and its irrefutable.  What is your story of Jesus in your life today?  Message by Ps Ray Thomson

Imi Naitau shares his testimony and stories of his incredible faith

Jesus gave His life for each and every one of us - the downtrodden, the afflicted, the lost and lonely, those for who life seems perfect.  Every one of us were deemed worthy and loved by Him even though we were undeserving.  Resurrection Sunday message by Ps Ray Thomson

When we encounter Jesus we experience restoration and transformation. Blind Bartimaeus encountered Jesus and then was no longer identified by his affliction.  As we journey towards the Cross this Easter may you encounter the transformative power of Jesus.  Message by Ps Ray Thomson

When we sit at the table with the King, our shame, our inadequacies and our sin are covered.  We are blessed with unmerited grace and kindness, and restoration takes place in that moment.  Jesus ate with prostitutes, murderers and theives  - who are we that we cannot sit at His table? Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Double Up - Carolynne Squires  Beautiful testimony of the keeping power of God, of drawing near in hard times and trusting through all seasons

Double Up - Jacob Coombridge.  Everything we experience and learn equips up for tomorrow.  What is God teaching you today for tomorrow?

We need to shake off the things that hinder us in order for us to become unshakeable - Check out this great message from Ps Ray Thomson

There is safety and security in being beached on the shore - but God is calling us to go deeper with Him.  Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Ever been on a trip away and then when you come home just left your bags in the corner of your room to be ealt with at a later time?  You know the stench that can greet you when you finally open them months later - its not prettty!  This also can be the same when we don't unpack hurts and other things that may hold us back from stepping into what God has for us.  Check out this great message by Ps Ray Thomson.

Kim Leslie shares this incredible message about knowing your worth.  Her testimony is nothing short of miraculous and will both inspire and challenge you - be blessed!

Message by Ps Ray Thomson

Its a new year with new promise - speak life into the promises God has given you! Message by Ps Shannon Thomson

Our hearts are need of protection but sometimes we turn them into a fortress limiting what God is wanting to do in and through us.  Removing those walls and allowing ourselves to be vulnerable may be one of the bravest things we do.  Message by Ps Shannon Thomson