Sunnyhill Church Messages

Pastor Fru explores how embracing the messiness of life—rather than trying to control or eliminate it—creates space for true spiritual growth and soul-deep living. Drawing from Mark 8, she contrasts the tidying and controlling instinct of the self with the surrendered, creative openness of the soul. Jesus doesn't ask us to fix ourselves first—He invites us to follow Him through the tension, trusting that God meets us and fulfils His purposes in the mess.

This is the first part of a series on The Holy Spirit, and Dom talks about Acts 19 where the people of the church didn't know of The Holy Spirit and how the modern church still suffers with the same issue in places.

This is the first part of a series on The Holy Spirit, beginning in Acts 2 to discuss the significance of the apostle waiting up in the upperoom and The Holy Spirit coming upon them.

This Pentecost Sunday, we explored what it means to live in the flow of the Holy Spirit—attuned, obedient, and ready to move wherever God leads. Drawing from Joshua 3 and the miraculous crossing of the Jordan, we were reminded that when God calls us forward, it often looks different than before—but always demands faith. If you're ready to stop playing it safe and step into the new thing God is doing, this message is your invitation to dive in.

Today, Sophie discusses how important forgiveness is for our walk with Jesus and highlights a passage from 1 Peter which says that Jesus set us an example as to how to not retaliate and even blessing the person you're forgiving. This whole concept is so counter cultural but it is integral to thriving as a christian. Forgiveness isn't just for the opposing party, it's for us to let go of the bitterness that can be so present within the unforgiveness.

In this heartfelt message, Adam reflects on loss, hope, and the power of stepping into God's presence with expectation. Drawing from Joshua 3 and Isaiah 43, he calls the church to Dive In... on purpose—to live attuned to the Spirit, ready for the new and extraordinary things God is preparing. It's a stirring encouragement to consecrate ourselves, elevate our faith, and move with God into unknown but amazing territory.

This week's message is about choosing life—making godly decisions in both the big and small moments of our lives. Drawing from Deuteronomy 30, Kevin shares how choosing to live, love, listen to God's voice, and hold fast to Him leads to blessing and deeper relationship with God. Through personal stories and Scripture, we're reminded that love is a choice, obedience brings life, and we're called to walk in daily partnership with the Holy Spirit.

In this powerful and personal message, Aline shares her testimony of God's faithfulness, from unexpected miracles to life-changing revelations about purpose. With passion and humour, she unpacks how we can walk in God's purpose, recognize its enemies, and live a life that glorifies Him through relationship, transformation, love, and trust—even in trials. Be encouraged, challenged, and reminded that what God has placed in you is too good to be kept to yourself.

Today we see how God speaking prophetically changed Pastor Dom's message in a single moment and explored the idea of how not choosing life is actually choosing death.We see that we can take time with God to analyse a problem, where it's rooted and what we can do to uproot these things.

This week, we dive into the powerful story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus—where delays feel like letdowns, but God's timing reveals something far greater. Through laughter, honesty, and a few confessions about reading glasses and fence fires, we explore how faith holds steady even when answers seem absent. Don't miss this heart-hitting message about trust, eternal purpose, and the God who shows up right on time.

Today we again discuss the idea of what it means to ‘choose life' and how community can edify us and keep us accountable in our walk with Jesus.Various scriptures point to God's intention for us to be in community, most notably in Genesis when God says ‘Let us make man in our own image'. This references the very nature of the Trinity modelling community. 

Today we again discuss the idea of what it means to ‘choose life' and how daily obedience and habitually getting into the word is a big part of that.A few key points from the sermon are:Obedience requires sacrifice and its not about control or an earning of love but its an expression of love.God's commands are not a cage, they are a compass.

Life is short, but eternity is forever — are you living with that in mind? In this powerful message, Fabiano shares a personal story of loss that sparked deep reflection on purpose, legacy, and what it truly means to seek God's kingdom first. Join us as we explore how loving Jesus the King, His Church, and the lost can impact not just your life... but eternity.

Today we discuss the idea of what it means to ‘choose life'. We look at a passage from Deuteronomy 30:19 which essentially says you have now seen Life and Death, Blessings and Curses, So choose life!In society, we are faced with tens of thousands of decisions daily. But Choosing Jesus is the only one that matters ultimately.We should choose Jesus every day because He says; ‘I am the vine and you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing'.(John 15:5)

Pastor Fru explores the theme of being 'Directed on Purpose' in our lives. God is the ultimate choreographer. Just as a choreographer designs a beautiful, intricate dance, God lovingly leads each of us into a unique, complex, and abundant expression of His good will -  taking us from what is actual and towards what is possible… What does your abundance look like?

Today we talk about the greatest miracle of all time, Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, the Resurrection and the forgiveness of sins.The Empty Grave not only points to God's power but also to what God has planned for us, resurrection on this side of eternity. But in order to be resurrected, there has to be a death: We have to die to ourselves and be born again.

This Easter Sunday, discover Joy!We see how Jesus' ultimate destination wasn't just the cross or even the resurrection, but the complete restoration of our relationship with God — His joy becomes ours. It's a message packed with parables, laughter, and powerful truth that'll shoot adrenaline into your soul and joy into your week!

Today, guest preacher Jake Parker discusses the concept of feeling like we are in-between a rock and a hard place vs building our lives on the Rock of ages, that is Jesus.We read from Mark 11 to see the fruitless fig tree as a representation of the Pharisees, Outwardly seeming to do and know a lot, but inwardly bearing no fruit. Jake then made thew contrast about our society and saw how even back in Jesus' time, people were crowd pleasers, much like we experience today.We conclude with an invitation to build our lives on the Rock of ages and to not fall victim to the fig tree culture that we live in.

This Palm Sunday message, Departing on Purpose, dives into the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem not by accident—but with intentional, prophetic purpose (and yes, on a baby donkey!). With humour, heart, and a few childhood head injuries, we explore how Jesus' journey challenges us to stop “parking” in places we were only meant to pass through. Whether it's comfort, grief, success, or fear—this is your call to get moving again, on purpose, into the life God's calling you to.

Today, guest preacher Phil Coleman discusses and contrasts the parallels between the transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-8 and the crucifixion. Jesus' divine glory was literally shining on the mountain top with Elijah and Moses, making these two big prophets look 'normal' in comparison, but then Jesus was exposed to the world on the other mountain and was shamed as He bore the weight of our sins upon Himself as he was crucified.

Today, Dan continues our 'On Purpose' series by looking at how we need to be purposeful about being disciplined. We don't want to rely on our own limited abilities and we will truly grow as we submit ourselves to God's instructions and teaching. Living under his grace (Like the Apostle Paul) is the free-est and best place to live.

Today, Helen Goldenberg preaches on what it means to live life in the victory that God calls us to live in and how, as a church, He want's us to not be the victim but the Victor.

Continuing our On Purpose series, Andy reminds us that we are gifted and empowered by God for action, which not only glorifies Him, it's where we find fulfilment.We need to ask ourselves - 'Are we Available' and 'Are we Ready' to pursue God's perfect plan for our lives?

Today we talk about Jesus' best miracle - The Forgiveness of Sins. We discuss the story of the 4 people bringing a paralysed man to Jesus and how Jesus saw their faith, turned to the paralysed man and instead of instantly healing the man's legs, He forgave his sins. This is so significant because you can understand that Jesus knew he had a need bigger than having working legs. This man, like all of us, needed the forgiveness of one's sins to get right with God because we simply cannot do it alone.We end by taking communion and reflecting on what Jesus' sacrifice on the cross really means for us and our relationship with God.

Today we talk about Jesus walking on water and how it can speak into our day to day walk with Him. We explore the idea that we, like Peter, sink in the water when we doubt in God's power. We sink when we take our eyes off of Him and try to walk on the water, above the waves, without Jesus. It is important to note that Jesus, from His higher place, knew the apostles were heading towards a storm yet didn't divert them. Jesus even went to walk past the apostles, just so they could see Him.With all of this, we see that God won't always provide relief in situations, but will provide revelation. A few points to take are:Relief comforts you, but revelation transforms you.  Relief is temporary, but revelation is life-changing.Relief soothes the moment, but revelation shapes the future.Relief gives you ease, but revelation gives you growth.Relief gets you through, but revelation takes you beyond.Relief may calm the storm, but revelation teaches you to walk on water.Relief eases the burden, but revelation breaks the chains.Relief is the manna for today, but revelation is the promise of tomorrow.Relief lifts your spirit, but revelation renews your mind.Relief quenches the thirst, but revelation becomes a wellspring of life.Relief gives you rest, but revelation leads you to resurrection.Relief is a moment of peace, but revelation is the path to purpose.Relief may heal the wound, but revelation restores the soul.

Life is full of ups and downs—kind of like a round of golf! Some shots are great and some land in the rough. In this message, Pastor Adam explores how to grow through the highs and lows, creating the right conditions for spiritual maturity. Don't let worry, comfort, or a victim mindset stunt your growth—let's learn how to thrive with purpose, no matter what life throws at us! ⛳

Today we talk about God's promise to Abraham and Sarah to provide a son and how against all hope, in hope, Abraham believed he would bare a child even in his old age. Abraham then was willing to give up his only son as a sacrifice to the Lord, yet God provided a ram as an alternative sacrifice, foreshadowing what God was going to do through Jesus in years to come.We then talk about 4 key principles, derived from Jesus feeding the 5000 Men (besides women and children), and how if we give God something even seemingly little, He can do so much with it.The 4 key principles are: Grace - Giving - Gratitude - Gain.

You were created on purpose, for a purpose! In this powerful message, Fru takes us into the story of Moses and explores how God uses our passions, personalities, past, and even our doubts to shape our destiny. No excuses—just divine empowerment. Are you ready to step into what you were destined for?

Today we talk about the miracle where Jesus turns water into wine and how something so seemingly insignificant was so profoundly important to how Jesus calls us to walk in faith today.Jesus cares about the details so we should be praying about the smaller things in life and not just focussing on the giants we're facing.

"You are not an accident! You were Designed on Purpose! In this powerful new series, ‘On Purpose,' we kick things off by exploring what it means to live intentionally rather than just drifting through life. Join us as we dive into God's Word, uncover the truth of our purpose, and learn how to walk confidently in His plan. Don't just exist—live ON PURPOSE!"

Ever walked into church and felt like you were staring at something weird and confusing - that you were totally out of place? You're not alone! In this message, we dive into Acts 2, the moment the church was born, and unpack how something that once seemed weird and baffling became the most powerful movement in history. Whether you're new to church or have been around forever, this message will challenge and inspire you to see church—and Jesus—in a whole new way.

Today we look at the fundamentals of the Gospel message and explore the idea's that Jesus illustrated through the parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin and the prodigal son.God leaves the 99 sheep to save the 1 who is straying away, perhaps unintentionally. God desperately searches for the one coin that is unknowingly lost.God searches far and wide for the son or daughter that is willfully lost.Once the Son, the coin and/or the lost sheep returns, God rejoices because His relationship with us is THAT personal.

Today we dive deeper into the mission that Jesus set before his disciples, to be fishers of people.Jesus called these 'ordinary' men who fished for a living, to instead live to fish for people and we discuss how that may look in our lives.We aren't just a plumber that goes to church, but we a christian that plumb's.

What's the time, Mr. Wolf? The clock is ticking, and the mission is urgent! In this powerful message, we dive into John 4 and Matthew 24 to explore how every moment is an opportunity to share the love of Jesus. Like the woman at the well, one invitation can change a life—and even generations to come! So, who will you invite? The harvest is ready—let's go!

Today we look at passages from Matthew and Luke surrounding Jesus' call for the disciples to become fishers of people. Through these passages and various testimonies from our pastor, the overarching theme was to be willing to respond to Jesus' call, expanding on our previous week's theme - God calling us as 'ordinary' people, in 'ordinary' places to do 'Extraordinary' things through Him.

Are you a dreamer or a loser? In Part 4 of our series All Things New, we dive into the power of embracing the new identity God has already given us and the importance of dreaming boldly in faith. Join us as we explore how to dream for ourselves, our families, and our church, trusting God to transform risks into purpose and failures into fresh starts!"

Today we learn about what it looks like to follow Jesus in whatever he calls us to do and living a life worthy of that calling. We began by referencing how He called upon 'ordinary' people to fulfill a great purpose. Though these people may have been 'ordinary' in an earthly kingdom sense, their open servant heart meant the Lord could do great things through them.

Join visiting Speaker Pastor Gabriel from The Way Church, Romania as he shares an inspiring message about embracing our identity in Christ and stepping into God's calling with faith and boldness. Through heartfelt stories, scripture, and personal testimony, Pastor Gabriel reminds us that God uses willing hearts, not perfect people, to make an eternal impact. Whether you're young or old, this message will challenge and encourage you to say, "Yes, Lord, use me!"

Today we have a guest preacher discussing how God calls us to not hide from the world but to be in it, not of it, and changing the culture from within.

The 2nd part of the MADE NEW Series highlights how being a new creation in Jesus gives us the authority to put our old self to death so long as we allow the Holy Spirit to do His work in us.

In this week's message, All Things New: Part 2, we dive into the journey of becoming a "new creation" in Christ—a process that's both immediate and ongoing. From the frustration of replacing a beloved old coat to the profound call to build our lives on the solid foundation of God's Word, this message challenges us to embrace God's work in making us new every day. Storms may come, but with a strong foundation, we can walk in peace and purpose this year.

In this message, Dom explores the weariness of life caused by external pressures, personal struggles, and spiritual exhaustion. Drawing from Matthew 11:28-30, Dom unpacks Jesus' invitation to live life in the "unforced rhythms of grace" instead of striving under the weight of self-effort and legalistic religion. Learn how to replace the cycle of "Try. Fail. Shame." with a deeper revelation of your identity in Christ. Discover how God's promise of a new heart, as prophesied in Ezekiel and fulfilled in Jesus, transforms our lives from perception to position. This shift empowers us not just for personal renewal but also to live with purpose as ambassadors of reconciliation.

Happy New Year! Step into 2025 with hope and excitement as we explore God's promise of renewal and endless possibilities. In this first message of the year, we reflect on the blessings of 2024, hear inspiring testimonies, and dive into the biblical theme of "All Things New." Let's celebrate, build our faith, and embrace the new chapter God has for us this year!

In this message, Phil talks about the hidden ‘Easter eggs' in the Christmas story. Giving special attention to the fall of man in Eden and why Jesus being born in the East is so significant

Included as part of our improvised nativity family service, Fru gave this short message all about the idea that The Three Wise Men came to Jesus as 'party crashers' without an invitation, but found themselves welcomed none-the-less. Their long journey gives us pause for thought as we think about how far or close God feels, how we are travelling our spiritual journey and whether we might be ready to break out into the riches of spiritual growth in 2025.

Today, In our nativity service, we explore how a shift in perspective can allow us to find true meaning in the things that seemed to be lacking any sense or purpose.

Discover the profound story behind the shepherds' midnight angel encounter, the amazing place of Bethlehem, and the invitation to witness the birth of the Lamb of God. This message reveals how God calls the humble and ordinary into His extraordinary plan-an invitation that still stands today!

Join us for a heartwarming Christmas carol service where tradition meets the hilariously unexpected! This week, we're dusting off the nativity scene and introducing you to some very special, very… unique guests: The Wee 3 Kings. Forget gold, frankincense, and myrrh—these toilet roll royals remind us of a timeless truth: our value isn't earned, it's given. Through laughter, nostalgia, and powerful reflection, discover why you are already priceless, just as you are. Grab a cup of cocoa and let's unwrap the greatest gift of all this Christmas season.

Today we recap the series on spiritual warfare and discuss the hopeful message of Jesus being the light of the world.

Beginning our December series - 'The Invitation' - Fabiano compares Mary's and Zechariah's response to the angel's invitation to be part of God's plan. Listen to this great message and respond appropriately to our own invitation - we need to position ourselves correctly, invite relentlessly and respond boldly to God's call.