Community Life Church Sermons and Teaching

The gospel of Jesus Christ is good news. The New Testament reveals that the follower of Jesus Christ, receives Gods Holy Spirit and they become Gods temple; His dwelling place. The believer is therefore never alone, neither without a helper, a comforter and a guide. The post Good News: A Temple of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Community Life Church.

The second part of our weekly Bible study that looks at the Book of Hebrews. This week we finish chapter 1; in which the author describes how Jesus is superior to the angels and is to be worshipped as Lord and creator. This epistle masterfully demonstrates that Jesus perfectly fulfilled the Old Testament Law and prophetic promises and demonstrates Jesus superiority over all who had preceded Him. The post The Book of Hebrews: Part 02 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The gospel of Jesus Christ is good news. At the core of that good news is what God does within the heart and mind of believer. He makes them a new creation; fit for a new heaven and a new earth. The post Good News: A New Creation appeared first on Community Life Church.

The first part of our weekly Bible study that looks at the Book of Hebrews. This week explains the purpose of this great book and looks at the author and the books date. We then start chapter 1. This epistle masterfully demonstrates that Jesus perfectly fulfilled the Old Testament Law and prophetic promises and demonstrates Jesus superiority over all who had preceded Him. The post The Book of Hebrews – Part 01 appeared first on Community Life Church.

Christians declare that the gospel about Jesus is good news. But what makes it good news and does the experience make the claims? In this message, we look at what is at the heart of the good news: Jesus promises to those who trust in Him, of abundant life and a relationship with God the Father. The post Good News: Abundant Life and Knowing God appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 21. Jesus appears to the disciples for the third time after the resurrection. They are at Lake Galilee. After breakfast Jesus publicly reinstates Peter, by asking him some hard questions. The post The Gospel of John – Part 29 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The message of the gospel of Jesus is good news of peace, gladness and salvation. The foundation of a believers faith is their personal experience of Jesus. They have a relationship with God the Father and with Jesus. The post Good News: Built on a Relationship appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 20. This is Johns account of Resurrection Sunday. The women go to embalm Jesus body, but find an empty tomb and fetch Peter and John. Jesus appears to Mary in the garden and then the disciples in the upper room. Jesus proves that he is alive and that He has conquered sin and death. The post The Gospel of John – Part 28 appeared first on Community Life Church.

At times, throughout Scripture, God asks people questions. This was not because He did not know the answer. Instead the question was designed to bring some revelation to the person He was speaking to. This message looks at the questions God asked Adam, Moses, Ezekiel, Jonah and the prophets. What questions might God be asking us? Are we ready to face Him who knows which questions to ask? The post God’s Questions appeared first on Community Life Church.

A Scriptural truth that brings comfort to the people of God is the fact that God knows. We are never overlooked or forgotten. Our heavenly Father is watching and attentive to our cry. The post God Knows appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 19. Jesus trial before Pontius Pilate continues. The Roman governor is convinced that Jesus has done nothing wrong and desires to realise Him. But he is out manoeuvred by the religious authorities. So, he orders that Jesus should be crucified. John records Jesus words on the cross, His death and the way the Roman guard proved He was dead. Finally Jesus was buried in a garden tomb. The post The Gospel of John – Part 27 appeared first on Community Life Church.

In Johns gospel, Jesus makes numerous statements in which He confidently declares “I AM”. These statements go beyond declaring Jesus’ self-awareness at being the Messiah; they boldly proclaim His self-consciousness at being the Son of God. This message looks at the relevance of Jesus statements, both in terms of the claims of the Bible and also in the life of the believer. The post “I AM” appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 18. Jesus is arrested in the garden and taken to Annas the High Priest for interrogation. Peter is attempting to follow Jesus, but denies that he knows Him. In the morning Jesus is taken to Pilate for trial. The post The Gospel of John – Part 26 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The culture in the West, is primarily atheistic, materialistic and naturalistic. Generally, most people are confused about what they should believe. What role has the traditional gospel message in todays world? What is the basis for believers Christians convictions? The post I Know Whom I Believe appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 17. This chapter is Jesus great High Priestly prayer, he made only an hour before He was arrested. In this prayer He readily surrenders to the will of His Father, and anticipates being reunited with His Father in glory. He prays for His disciples and for those who will believe through their ministry. This is a prayer of thanksgiving and hope, not of fear or defeat. The post The Gospel of John – Part 25 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The story of Hezekiah and Isaiah in Isaiah chapter 38, is a good illustration of the importance sharing what the Bible says and of the power of prayer. Hezekiah the king is extremely sick. Isaiah brings a message from God saying Get ready; youre going to die. This negative message is the best thing that Hezekiah can hear, because it motivates him to action that results in a reversal of the situation. Hezekiah would have died, but for Isaiahs bold declaration. The post Death and Life: Hezekiah and Isaiah’s Story appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 16. Jesus continues His discourse with the disciples, immediately prior to His arrest. In this chapter He speaks about the persecution they would endure, the ministry of the Holy Spirit and His return to God the Father. The post The Gospel of John – Part 24 appeared first on Community Life Church.

In Matthew chapter 10, Jesus commissioned the 12 disciples for their first experience of the own short-term missionary trip. Jesus tells them where they are to go, what they are to do and what they could expect. All believers today are called to be involved in the work of the kingdom of God. What does Jesus instruction teach us? The post “Go” – Jesus Commissions the Disciples appeared first on Community Life Church.

An exposition of Johns gospel chapter 15. Jesus declares to the disciples that He is the Vine and they are the branches. He is preparing them for future minister and describes the role of the Father in producing lasting fruit in the lives of believers. The post The Gospel of John – Part 23 appeared first on Community Life Church.

There are some passages in the Bible which do not seem to follow the positive, faith-filled message that we find on most pages. The Book of Ecclesiastes is one example. When we read this book, we might conclude that the writer was an early existentialist. Existentialism is a very negative and fatalistic view of the world. But there is value in Ecclesiastes. It brings a stark warning that a life that is not truly God-centred will never be fulfilled. We need a vision that sees beyond the sun, beyond the temporal. King Solomon, the writer of Ecclesiastes had great wealth, power, influence and fame. He also had great success; whatever he did tuned out well. Furthermore he indulged in all the pleasures that his wealth and position could provide. Yet his life was empty. This is a stark warning for people that are chasing fame, fortune and pleasure. If you get it, it might leave you bitter and disappointed. The post Under the Sun appeared first on Community Life Church.

A study of Johns gospel. This week we look at John chapter 14. Its the dialogue between Jesus and His disciples in the Last Supper. Jesus is explaining to the disciples where He is going and reassures them, as they face a confusing time. Thomas, Philip and Judas the son of James, all ask Jesus questions. Jesus declares that I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father but by Me. The post The Gospel of John – Part 22 appeared first on Community Life Church.

This is final part of a mini-series on the life and character of David, and looks at the most important event in Davids life. Our subject today is the everlasting covenant the Lord made with David. The Lord promised David that He would build Davids dynasty, that His mercy would not fail from Davids descendants and that Davids throne would be established forever. These promises have great significance for the New Testament promises and the hope of the believer The post The Lord’s Covenant with David appeared first on Community Life Church.

A study of Johns gospel. This week we finish John chapter 13. Jesus shares the Last Supper with His disciples and and washes their feet. He reveals that Judas is about to betray Him. He later instructs the disciples to love one another as I have loved you. The post The Gospel of John – Part 21 appeared first on Community Life Church.

David was an enthusiastic  worshipper of God, but sometimes he did things in an unorthodox manner. One such event was when he housed the ark of God in a tabernacle he made, rather than in the tabernacle Moses had built. What is the significance of Davids actions? Is there any prophetic meaning or future application? The post The Tabernacle of David appeared first on Community Life Church.

This week we finish John chapter 12. Jesus enters Jerusalem riding a colt and to shouts of Hosanna. Israels Messiah / king was being revealed. Jesus knew that he was on a collision course with the authorities that would result in His crucifixion. The post The Gospel of John – Part 20 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The third in a short series about the life and character of King David. This week we look at the great desire David had to seek the Lord and to dwell in His presence. David may have been inspired by the story of Moses experiencing the presence of the Lord on Mount Sinai. New Testament believers are called to emulate Davids passion for the presence of the Lord. The post David’s Desire appeared first on Community Life Church.

A study of Johns Gospel. Today, we finish chapter 11 and start chapter 12. The authorities react to Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, by plotting Jesus death. Jesus returns to Judah in the lead up to the Passover, and attends a celebration meal at the home of Lazarus. Lazarus sister, Mary, Anoints Jesus with costly spikenard, but her extravagant worship brings condemnation from Judas. The post The Gospel of John – Part 19 appeared first on Community Life Church.

This is the second preaching message about the life and character of David. David is one of the most famous characters in the Old Testament. His story is an inspiration to believers of every generation. It’s the story of how an unknown youth from an obscure town, was filled with daring faith and went on… The post David & Goliath appeared first on Community Life Church.

A study of John chapter 11.  This is the account of one of Jesus greatest miracles and a great revelation of who Jesus is: I Am the Resurrection and the Life. Early in the chapter, Jesus friends are struggling to believe, being blinded by grief and pain. But everything turns round when Jesus speaks into the circumstance. The post The Gospel of John – Part 18 appeared first on Community Life Church.

David is one of the most famous characters in the Old Testament. His story is an inspiration to believers of every generation. Its the story of how an unknown youth from an obscure town, was filled with daring faith and defeated Goliath in battle. David went on to become Israels most famous king, who turned a broken nation into a regional superpower. The story of David began, when God said that He had found a man after His own heart. The post The Call of David appeared first on Community Life Church.

This message is an exposition of John chapter ten. Jesus shares the parable of the sheep and the shepherd. He states that I am the Door and I am the Good Shepherd. But opposition is strengthening as time moves closer to the final weeks. The post The Gospel of John – Part 17 appeared first on Community Life Church.

This Sunday message is about the grace of giving, and looks at Pauls teaching in Second Corinthians chapters 8 and 9. We then look at the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath. In this ancient tale we read about how God can provide of the needs of His servants and about positioning ourselves to be recipients of His grace. The post The Widow’s Meal appeared first on Community Life Church.

This message is an exposition of John chapter nine. Jesus heals a man that had been born blind. the Pharisees investigate the claims of the healing, but are reluctant to believe that the man had been blind, despite all the witnesses. These religious leaders conclude that Jesus is a sinner for healing on the Sabbath; that the man was a sinner because he had been born blind and that the act of healing was a sinful act. The healed man argues against their spiritual blindness and they excommunicate him. The post The Gospel of John – Part 16 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The Bible states the desire that believers would experience the four-dimensional love of God. It speaks about the width and length and depth and height of the love of Christ. This Sunday morning message looks at the relevant passage (Eph 3:16-19) and unpacks its meaning. The post The Four-Dimensional Love of God appeared first on Community Life Church.

This message is an exposition of the third part of John chapter 8. Jesus declares that if anyone abides in Him, they will know the truth and the truth will set them free. He goes on to say that He is the pre-existent I AM! His words anger the crowds who try and stone Him. The post The Gospel of John – Part 15 appeared first on Community Life Church.

Todays message looks at Psalm 46. This short psalm gives the believer grounds for faith and trust in the most dire circumstances. Through this psalm the Lord calls us to be still and learn a life rhythm that is in synchronisation with the heaven, that fills us with rest and peace. That is the place where healing flows. The post Be Still and Know appeared first on Community Life Church.

This message is an exposition of the second part of John chapter 8. Jesus is teaching in the temple and declares I am the light of the world. This results with a conflict with the Pharisees in which, Jesus emphasises His oneness with the Father. The post The Gospel of John – Part 14 appeared first on Community Life Church.

This message is an exposition of the first part of John chapter 8. Jesus is teaching in the temple, when the religious leaders drag in a woman caught in the act of adultery. They state the the law of Moses demands that an adultery should be stoned. But the Roman law forbade the Jews from executing people. So the Pharisees ask Jesus what should be done to the woman. The leaders think this is a perfect trap. If Jesus upholds the Law of Moses, they will report Him to the Romans. If Jesus doesnt uphold Moses command, He will loose his popularity with the people. But Jesus had come to bring in a new way, that superseded the Law of Moses. The Pharisees find that rather than trapping Jesus, He turns it around and makes everyone else feel ashamed. The post The Gospel of John – Part 13 appeared first on Community Life Church.

One of the characteristics of a mature Christian is they are a person who rests confidently in God. Our confidence in God should give us a holy boldness so that we say Though I walk through the valley of death, I fear no evil. This brief message is a reminder of Scriptural grounds for believers to put their trust in God and His word. The post Confidence in God appeared first on Community Life Church.

The message is an exposition of John chapter 7, which focuses on what other people were saying about Jesus rather than His teaching. It is clear that trouble is brewing.  Jesus travels to Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles. While there He proclaims If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink.  He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.  The post The Gospel of John – Part 12 appeared first on Community Life Church.

Believers can have confidence in God because He cares for us and that He loves to bless people abundantly. God is generous and wants people to enjoy life and enjoy His provision. Paul boldly proclaims My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. If God can feed the Israelites for forty years in the wilderness, He can look after you and me. The post My God Shall Meet Your Need appeared first on Community Life Church.

The message is an exposition of the second half of John chapter 6. Jesus declares that He is the Bread of Heaven that has come down from the Father above. Many of His disciples cannot stomach Jesus teaching and stop following Him. The post The Gospel of John – Part 11 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The message is an exposition of the first half of John chapter 6. Jesus feeds the five thousand and then walks on Lake Galilee to catch the disciples up. The next day He starts a long discourse with a crowd of people who had shared the miraculous meal with Him the day before. The post The Gospel of John – Part 10 appeared first on Community Life Church.

The third in a preaching series about how Jesus confronted cultural issues of the day. Ingrained in every culture there are ways of viewing the world, ideas of what is valuable, accepted traditions and definitions of what is important. Jesus teaching challenges ancient and modern cultures, and demands that we accept the message of Gods kingdom. This message looks Luke chapter 9, and sees three examples of people failing to follow Jesus. We then look in Luke 8 at when Jesus own family start making demands upon Him. The post Foxes, Funerals and Furrows appeared first on Community Life Church.

In this ninth part of our study of Johns gospel, we continue in John chapter 5. John records Jesus in a lengthy monologue, in which He defends His right to state that He is equal to God and can address God as Father. The post The Gospel of John – Part 09 appeared first on Community Life Church.

In this eighth part of our study of Johns gospel, we start John chapter 5. Jesus heals a chronically ill man at the Pool Bethesda in Jerusalem. But His actions cause opposition from the religious leaders because it was the Sabbath. The post The Gospel of John – Part 08 appeared first on Community Life Church.

We may be so familiar with Jesus receiving all who came to Him and healing everyone who asked, that we forget how controversial He was. I am in no doubt that many people found Jesus very offensive and rude. He was often very blunt with people, confronting them head on. He publicly blasted numerous religious leaders as being hypocrites. Anyone He considered to be preoccupied with things of this world, He demanded that they repent, otherwise He forecast they would perish. Jesus’ attitude displayed His sense of urgency. The people He was addressing were heading for disaster. He foretold the terrible disaster waiting for all those who did not take the claims of the Kingdom of God deadly seriously – a godless eternity. What would He say to us today? Would He shout “Repent or perish”? The post Jesus Confronts Culture appeared first on Community Life Church.

In this seventh part of our study of Johns gospel, we continue in John chapter 4. Jesus speaks to the disciples about the harvest of the kingdom being ready for reaping. A Samaritan town receive Jesus as the Saviour of the World. Then the son of a royal official is healed. The post The Gospel of John – Part 07 appeared first on Community Life Church.

In this sixth part of our study of Johns gospel, we look at John chapter 4. Jesus travels through Samaria. Whilst there an apparent chance meeting with a woman, leads to the transformation of a whole town. In this study we look at some of the historical background into the animosity between the Jews and the Samaritans. The post The Gospel of John – Part 06 appeared first on Community Life Church.

Jesus that He did not fear anyone, and didn’t compromise for anyone. His critics where right when they said “Teacher, we know that You say and teach rightly, and You do not show personal favouritism, but teach the way of God in truth”. There are a number of passages which demonstrate this, and where Jesus directly confronted political leaders, cultural expectations and popular movements of the day. It will take a couple of messages to discuss these themes. Today, I want to share about how Jesus confronted the nationalism of day. The post Jesus Confronts Nationalism appeared first on Community Life Church.

The Gospel of John is a great book which reveals the majesty and glory of the Saviour. In this part we complete chapter Three. This section contains the most famous verse in the Bible God so loves the world that He gave His only begotten Son. The post The Gospel of John – Part 05 appeared first on Community Life Church.