Devonport Church of Christ

Jesus' mission to make disciples of all nations is also our mission. Every Christian has a personal responsibility to make disciples. Where should you begin?

Matthew 24 primarily focuses on the signs leading up to Jesus' return, the importance of being prepared, and the need to remain alert, ready and faithful for his return. With the statement "...no one knows the day or hour..." Jesus directs the disciples' thinking to the issue of when.

In Matthew 24:15 Jesus speaks of the 'Abomination of Desolation'. Was Jesus referring to the fall of Jerusalem in 70AD or a future abomination still to be fulfilled? 

Learn from a Bible mum how to fight for what matters most.

This message challenges us to remain faithful, stand firm in times of pressure, and discern the signs of our times with wisdom and hope. We are reminded that history is going somewhere culminating in the return of Jesus. 

When will the world end? What are the signs according to Jesus in Matthew 24? 

In all of the Christian faith, Easter is the most significant weekend in the church calendar.  Easter is about the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ - conquering sin and death on our behalf, and through Him we can have a relationship with God. According to the Easter story, the Angel gave the women 4 invitations when they came to the tomb...COME - SEE- GO - TELL Matthew 28:1-8 NIVIf you are a believer - the command for you is to ... GO TELL - of the glorious life-changing good news of Jesus.If you don't yet believe - you are invited to... COME SEE - and experience the saved life, found in Christ Jesus, our Lord.

Saved by the Innocent One, saved by the suffering servant, saved by the power of the cross. Amen.

Entry into the Kingdom of Heaven is via the narrow gate where genuine Christianity always produces good fruit. 

People like to quote Jesus' words, "Do not judge..." but does it mean what we think it means? Is Jesus telling us to never judge others? Here's a message on Matthew 7:1-6 that considers what grace-centered judgement in the church looks like! 

Jesus calls that as Christians we should never try to get even or get back at another person. Rather, we should practice radical love over revenge. We should practice mercy rather than justice, go beyond what is required, and trust God with the results.

God hates divorce but loves divorced people. Marriage is a lifelong commitment of sexual faithfulness. Adultery breaks the commitment of sexual faithfulness. Divorce breaks the commitment of lifelong faithfulness. 

Anger is the sin of murder and so we need to be careful to maintain good relationships with each other. If there is a wall between you and another brother or sister, there is a wall between you and God. 

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses two metaphors to describe His followers: "Salt of the earth", and "Light of the world". The world cannot taste and see the goodness of God if we aren't salt and light. We must engage the culture, promote Biblical values, speak the truth (in love) and tell people about Jesus where and whenever we can - this is being salt and light. 

Jesus continues his countercultural Sermon on the Mount, and redefines what it means to be blessed.

What are the characteristics of the people who are entering the Kingdom of Heaven?

James teaches us to not plan without first asking God and to never presume about tomorrow. 

Jesus is returning and in 2025 we are heating up the value of evangelism and the urgency of reaching out to the lost. 

We need more GRIT in life so that we can never give up and reap a harvest.

Remorse is not the same as repentance. We need to develop the habit of confessing our sin quickly and repenting wholeheartedly. 

The scripture encourages us to be still so that we may know God better. But what does that look like in such a loud world?

The world would tell us that more is better, but what does scripture say about living simply? 

The Bible encourages us to develop a habit of self- examination, inviting God to search and renew our hearts.

The greatest Christmas surprise was God sending his one and only son for us. Happy Christmas.

Seekers can turn into worshippers at Christmas time. 

The Christmas story contains many difficult challenges and opportunities for faith and trust in God. 

The shepherds who were considered outcasts were the first to hear of the good news of Jesus' birth- what a great surprise! 

Jesus showed us by his example the way of gratitude. 

Through the power and filling of the Holy Spirit we can indeed be thankful for all things in our lives. 

Gratitude and thanksgiving in community is powerful as it keeps us focused on God and strengthens our faith. 

As Christians we always have something to be thankful for. Because of Jesus, we can choose gratitude as a way of life. 

What are the three things that are essential if Devonport Church of Christ is to reach 200 years of age? 

God's work remains unfinished in our lives and in the work of Devonport Church of Christ. 

Baptism is part of a person's journey after they have experienced the transformative power of God. 

Successful people do consistently what other people do occasionally.

God loves us regardless of what we do, but with that in mind, but with that in mind, what does God still require of us? 

Abraham discovered that commitment opens the door for God to immeasurably more than we could ever hope or imagine.

Abraham was willing to sacrifice his one and only son, what is the one thing that prevents you from being fully surrendered to God?

Abraham and Lot teach us that our priorities and choices directly impact our unfinished story.

Today we learn that God asked Abraham to do something impractical so He could do something impossible.

Abraham was 75 years old when he first heard the call from God to leave his homeland. We are also unfinished followers of God.

Every single person must do emotional work in their lives, so as to discover their blind spots. 

Relational blind spots such as insecurity, jealousy, and control push people away and cause damage to our relationships with others.

Choose this day whom you will serve. As for me and my household we shall serve the Lord. 

Blind Spots are parts of our thoughts, emotions and behaviors which we are unaware of. Jesus wants to help us uncover our blind spots for growth and self awareness.

What is your theology of money? Do you have an open hand or tight fist when it comes to financial resources?

We all have natural, supernatural and developed gifts that God gave us, so how do we best use them to honour Him?

God made you for eternity, so how are you spending your time here on earth?

At the moment of great insight take massive action- The Daniel Plan 2024 

God wants you to have a dream for your life and faith is what will please God.

This week we look at the four reasons God says we need to be in a community with other believers.