First Saintfield Presbyterian Church's Sermon Podcasts

Rev Sam Bostock asks, what does a healthy local church look like? Exodus 20 vs 1 - 17; 21 vs 12 - 17, 1 Timothy 1 vs 1 - 11

Lucas da Costa speaks about one of the greatest tests of a believer's faith.  1 Kings 8 vs 1 - 30; Matthew 6 vs 5 - 15 

Rev Sam Bostock draws four lessons from Ruth 3 about how to approach God when life is not going according to plan.  

Rev Sam Bostock thinks about the conclusion of Ruth's story and how it fits into God's bigger redemptive plan.  Ruth 4; Matthew 1 vs 1 - 17

Rev Sam Bostock speaks about the second desire we should have as believers, to see the coming of God's kingdom. Isaiah 9 vs 1 - 7; Matthew 13 vs 24 - 43   

Rev Sam Bostock speaks on Ruth's meeting with Boaz.  Ruth 2; John 4 vs 27 - 42

Rev Sam Bostock thinks about the glorification of God's Name. Isaiah 29 vs 13 - 24; John 12 vs 20 - 33

Rev Sam Bostock considers Naomi's story of healing and hope, and how it can be a reflection of our spiritual journey. Ruth 1; Luke 1 vs 67 - 80   

Lucas Da Costa speaks on the preface of the Lord's Prayer.  Jeremiah 31 vs 7 - 20; Matthew 6 vs 5 - 14

Rev Sam Bostock considers Naomi's testimony.  Ruth 1; John 11 vs 32 - 44 

Rev Sam Bostock begins a new series on the Lord's prayer. Psalm 62; Luke 11 vs 1 - 13 

Lucas Da Costa looks at three parts of mission. Isaiah 49 vs 1 - 7; Matthew 28 vs 16 - 20 

Lucas Da Costa draws lessons from the life of Joseph. Genesis 45; Matthew 16 vs 1 - 8

Rev Sam Bostock revisits Jesus' parables as His authority is questioned by the Chief Priests and Elders. Matthew 21 vs 33 - 46; 22 vs 1 - 14

Rev Sam Bostock examines the controversies surrounding Jesus' resurrection over the years.  Matthew 27 v 57 - 28 v 15

Lucas Da Costa reflects on two aspects of Jesus' suffering and His final day. Genesis 3 vs 14 - 15; Psalm 22 vs 1 - 15; Matthew 26 vs 47 - 68; 27 vs 11 - 26, 27 - 44, 45 - 56

Rev Sam Bostock explores four topics which Jesus' answers have helped shape the thinking of whole societies. Exodus 3; Matthew 22 vs 15 - 46 

Tonight, Rev Sam Bostock thinks about the signs, the times and enduring to the end.  Daniel 11 vs 29 - 35, 12 vs 1 - 10; Matthew 24

Rev Sam Bostock looks at the 'riddle' of repentance. Matthew 21 vs 23 - 32

Rev Sam Bostock considers Jesus' woes to Israel's hypocritical religious leaders and what lessons we can learn from His words today.  Zechariah 11 vs 4 - 17; Matthew 23

Lucas da Costa looks at the paradoxical King Jesus as He makes His way to Jerusalem. Leviticus 14 vs 33 - 53; Matthew 21 vs 1 - 21   

Rev Sam Bostock focuses on verse 24 as he concludes the study in Ephesians.  2 Samuel 20; Ephesians 6 vs 21 - 24 

Rev Sam Bostock speaks about preparing for, and how to stand in, spiritual battle. Joshua 1 vs 1 - 9; Ephesians 6 vs 10 - 20

Rev Sam Bostock considers the big picture.  Genesis 2 vs 18 - 25; Ephesians 5 vs 22 - 33  

Lucas da Costa challenges believers.  Who do we imitate - the rest of society or God? Genesis 8 vs 13 - 22; Ephesians 5 vs 1 - 14

Rev Sam Bostock thinks about living in a way that pleases God. Proverbs 2 vs 10 - 22; Ephesians 5 vs 15 - 21  

Lucas da Costa speaks about God's instruction to families and employees. 2 Chronicles 34; Ephesians 6 vs 1 - 9

Lucas da Costa is joined by Rev Graham Connor, who thinks about God as the Surgeon of our ailing hearts. Ephesians 4 vs 17 - 24; Psalm 51

Ministry student, Matthew Jackson brings tonight's message from Ephesians 4 vs 25 - 5 v 2; Leviticus 1 vs 1 - 9

Lucas da Costa examines how believers can walk worthily before God. Deuteronomy 6 vs 1 - 19; Ephesians 4 vs 7 - 16 

Rev Sam Bostock draws lessons from today's reading. Isaiah 61 vs 1 - 7; Ephesians 4 vs 7 - 16 

Rev Sam Bostock brings a word of encouragement to the church in the face of visible suffering.  Daniel 2; Ephesians 3 vs 1 - 13

Rev Sam Bostock speaks about Paul's prayer and doxology.  Job 11 vs 1 - 12; Ephesians 3 vs 14 - 21

Tonight, Lucas da Costa speaks about being part of God's family.  Genesis 12 vs 1 - 8; Ephesians 2 vs 19 - 22  

Lucas da Costa speaks about a great victory and a wonderful mystery.  Ezekiel 37 vs 1 -10; Ephesians 2 vs 1 - 10

Rev Sam Bostock thinks about how believers are God's workmanship and how each one has a role to play. Isaiah 29 vs 13 - 24; Ephesians 2 vs 8, 9

Rev Michael McClenahan, Principle of Union Theological College (Belfast), examines Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1 vs 15 - 21; 1 Kings 3 vs 1 - 15

Rev Sam Bostock speaks about three ways God's power is at work in Christ. Psalm 8; Ephesians 1 vs 22 - 23  

Rev Sam Bostock begins a new series in Ephesians.  Psalm 68; Ephesians 1 vs 1 - 10

Lucas da Costa explores the believers' inheritance in God. Psalm 133; Ephesians 1 vs 11 - 14

Rev Sam Bostock considers the final judgement. Ezekiel 34 vs 11 - 24; Matthew 25 vs 31 - 46

Visiting speaker, Rev Roy Mackay shares a message of hope with those who are afraid of what is 'around the corner' in this new year. Psalm 46; Mark 6 vs 45 - 52

Lucas da Costa is joined by the children as they think about Matthew 25.

Community Carol Service, with a short address from Rev Sam Bostock. Various Scriptures.

How is your spiritual oil supply? Rev Sam Bostock examines the well-known parable. Luke 2 vs 1 - 14; Matthew 25 vs 1 - 13

Lucas da Costa considers two pairs of people who asked Jesus for very different things for very different reasons. Matthew 20 vs 17 - 34

Rev Sam Bostock examines another chapter of Leviticus. Leviticus 6; 2 Corinthians 6

Lucas da Costa considers God's mercy and generosity. Jonah 3 v 10 - chapter 4; Matthew 19 v 1 - 20 v 16.

Rev Sam Bostock thinks about God's manifesto for a holy society. Leviticus 25 vs 1 - 10, 18 - 28; Luke 4 vs 14 - 22

Rev Sam Bostock considers what the Bible says about children, and our attitude to them within the church. Joel 2 vs 1 - 2, 12 - 19; Matthew 19 vs 11 - 15 

During our Girls' and Boys' Brigade Enrolment service, Rev Sam Bostock and the young people explore the Tabernacle and learn about the lampstand and table. Leviticus 24 vs 1 - 4; 5 - 9