Sunnyhill Church Messages

What if what you can see isn't the whole story?

In this message, Dom traces the theme of blood throughout Scripture, from Genesis and the first sacrifice, through the Passover and Old Covenant, to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.Discover how the blood points to atonement, covenant, covering, deliverance, forgiveness and grace, and why the sacrifices of the Old Testament were ultimately pointing toward Christ.'Our faith doesn't make the blood powerful. The blood gives our faith somewhere to rest.'

There is power and authority in the name of Jesus. In this message, we explore the revelation of God's name, the authority David found in the name of the Lord, and why Jesus is given the name above every name.His name saves. His name heals. His name brings freedom.We don't overcome because we are enough — we overcome because He is enough.Claim the Name.

What do you do when the future feels uncertain?In Week 3 of CROSSING OVER, Adam looks at what it means to move forward in faith when you don't have every answer, every detail or every outcome nailed down.The good news? Our confidence doesn't have to come from knowing exactly what's ahead. It comes from knowing who goes with us.God's presence is not dependent on perfect circumstances. He is with us in the waiting, in the unknown and in the crossing.Maybe the next step feels daunting. Maybe the path ahead isn't completely clear. But uncertainty about the future doesn't mean uncertainty about God.▶️ Watch Certainty of His Presence with Adam Bird.#SunnyhillFerndown #CrossingOver #Faith #Jesus #Church

This week Dom continues our 'More Than Conquerors' series. We are in a battle, but God has not left us defenceless. He has given us His Word as a powerful weapon to help us stand firm and walk in the victory Christ has already won. In this message, we look at the power of our words and the importance of getting God's Word into our hearts, minds and mouths. When fear speaks, circumstances contradict God's promises, or the enemy brings a lie, we don't have to argue or negotiate, we can answer with what God has said:“It is written.”The enemy has a word. Fear has a word. Culture has a word. Our past has a word. But God has the final Word.So man your station, take up your sword, get the Word in you and Speak the Word!

What's the river in front of you - and could the breakthrough begin when you take the first step?

CROSSING OVER — Navigating from Here to ThereChange can be uncomfortable. Here is familiar. Here is safe. Here is what we know. But what if God is calling us to there?Launching our new Crossing Over series from Joshua 1, Adam explores what happens when God invites us into a new season — and why some of the greatest growth, joy and fruitfulness in our lives can be found on the other side of saying yes to Him.As Israel stood on the edge of the Promised Land, God gave Joshua some important instructions:

MORE THAN CONQUERORS | Week 1: IntroductionWhat does it really mean to be “more than conquerors”? In this opening message, we discover that victory in Christ doesn't mean a life without battles, it means learning to live from the victory Jesus has already won. Paul reminds us that in the midst of trouble, hardship, fear, opposition and uncertainty, nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. Over the coming weeks, we'll discover practical ways to walk in that victory, learning how to speak, claim, plead, walk, guard, demolish, resist and praise. The battle may be real but the victory is already His.“In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”— Romans 8:37

David was a hero of the faith… but he was also seriously flawed. In Psalm 51, after one of the darkest chapters of his life, David cries out for mercy and pleads with God: “Do not take your Holy Spirit from me.”But this message doesn't end with David's failure — it points us to Jesus and the incredible gift we have because of the New Covenant. The Holy Spirit is the game changer: God's presence within us, transforming us, empowering us and equipping ordinary, imperfect people to make an extraordinary difference.The Christian life was never meant to be lived in our own strength. We're invited to be filled — and filled again — with the Holy Spirit, carrying the presence and power of Jesus into our homes, workplaces, communities and world.

What are you carrying that Jesus has already dealt with?In this powerful and deeply personal message from Psalm 103, we're reminded not to forget all God's benefits - forgiveness, healing, freedom, restoration, identity and so much more. Journeying from Eden, through the Old Testament sacrifices, all the way to the cross, we discover an incredible truth: everything Adam lost, Jesus won back.Maybe it's time to open some of those boxes we've been carrying for far too long - fear, shame, anxiety, hurt and insecurity - and allow the name of Jesus to bring freedom, healing and transformation.

In this message Dom teaches on the victim spirit and how to overcome it's power.

In this message, Jake looks at what it means to have courage and how we need it in these days.

In this message Colin looks at what could happen if we dare spend this summer with Jesus.

This week we kick off our Summer in the Psalms series by exploring why the Psalms remain one of the most honest, hope-filled books in the Bible. Looking at Psalm 73, we discover how Asaph wrestled with doubt, envy and discouragement—and how drawing near to God transformed his perspective. Whatever you're facing today, this message is a reminder that "as for me, it is good to be near God" and that hope is always found in His presence.

What if the miracle you're praying for doesn't happen when you think it should?In the final message of our "5 Minutes Later" series, we dive into one of the most famous miracles in the Bible—Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. But what if this story isn't primarily about Lazarus at all? Join us as we explore the tension of unanswered prayers, waiting on God, and discovering that His delays are never without purpose. Sometimes God is doing something even greater than the miracle we're asking for.Whether you're in a season of waiting, wrestling with disappointment, or simply wondering what God is up to, this message is packed with encouragement and hope.Because with God... everything can change in a moment.#Lazarus #Faith #Hope #Jesus #Miracles #WaitingOnGod #ChristianMessage #BibleTeaching #FreedomChurch #John11 #5MinutesLater

What if just 5 minutes could change everything? We all have moments where life feels ordinary... another day, another routine, another trip to the well. But what if the space between where you are now and where God is taking you is where everything changes?In this message, we dive into the incredible encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4, discovering how one ordinary conversation became an extraordinary turning point. If you've ever felt stuck, overlooked, or wondered whether God could use your story, this message is for you.

What if you're only five minutes away from everything changing?We've all experienced seasons where it feels like nothing is happening... but what if God is doing His deepest work in the waiting? In this encouraging message, we explore the life of Jacob and discover how the space between "five minutes before" and "five minutes later" may be where God prepares us for breakthrough, transformation, and greater blessing.If you're waiting for answers, praying for change, or wondering why God seems silent, this message is for you.

In this message from Acts 2, Dom Bird explores the life-changing power of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Discover how fearful disciples became bold witnesses, why the Holy Spirit is for every believer, and what it means to live with courage, unity, prayer, generosity, and love in today's world. Be encouraged to move from passivity to purpose and step into all that God has called you to be.Key Scriptures: Acts 2, Joel 2:28, John 20:22, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 5:14.#HolySpirit #Pentecost #Acts2 #Church #ChristianFaith #BibleTeaching #SpiritFilled #Jesus #KingdomOfGod #Faith #Prayer #Revival #ChristianLiving #BeBold #FearToFaith #Gospel #Discipleship #ChurchCommunity #BibleStudy #HopeInChrist

Ever feel like you've messed up too much, drifted too far, or settled for less than God has for you? In this encouraging message, Fabiano explores the life of Peter and reveals a powerful three-step pattern that God uses again and again: Interruption, Transformation, and Revolution. Discover how Jesus doesn't define you by your failures—but by what He can do through your surrendered life.

What do you do when you've prayed, believed, trusted God... and nothing seems to be happening? In this Father's Day message, Adam explores the incredible story of Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood—two ordinary people whose lives were transformed when Jesus stepped into their situation. Discover three powerful ways to position yourself for your own "5 Minutes Later" moment, because when God steps in, anything can happen!

What do you do when something important sinks? A dream, a job, your confidence, your joy, or your sense of purpose?In this honest and encouraging message, Andy Gilbert explores one of Scripture's most overlooked miracles and reveals a powerful truth: God cares about the things we've lost, the burdens we're carrying, and the situations that feel beyond repair. If you've ever felt like something important in your life has sunk beneath the surface, this message will remind you that nothing is beyond God's reach.

This message challenges the idea that the fivefold ministry is only for church leaders. While some are recognised and ordained into these ministries, the characteristics and grace gifts of Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Shepherd and Teacher can be seen throughout the Body of Christ.As Paul writes:"But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it." (Ephesians 4:7)The question isn't whether God has gifted you.The question is: Have you discovered how He has gifted you?The message ends with a link to the APEST test. #APEST #FivefoldMinistry #Ephesians4 #SpiritualGifts #Calling #ChurchLeadership #Discipleship #KingdomOfGod #Apostle #Prophet #Evangelist #Pastor #Teacher #Jesus #ChristianTeaching #BibleStudy #ChurchGrowth #FaithJourney #PriesthoodOfAllBelievers #GraceGifts

Pastor Dom Bird continues our “Flawed But Called” series, exploring the powerful truth that God calls ordinary, imperfect people to His extraordinary purposes. Through the story of Jesus calling His first disciples in Matthew 4, we're reminded that our past mistakes, insecurities, and lack of confidence do not disqualify us from being used by God.In this message, Dom unpacks how Jesus calls people where they are, invites them into a life of following Him, and transforms them along the way. Discover why God isn't looking for ability as much as availability, how His grace overcomes our weaknesses, and what it means to move from being a consumer to a contributor in the Kingdom of God.Whether you're questioning your calling, feeling overlooked, or wondering if God can use you, this message offers encouragement, challenge, and practical steps for following Jesus wholeheartedly.#SunnyhillChurch #FlawedButCalled #FollowJesus #Calling #Discipleship #Faith #ChristianSermon #PooleChurch #KingdomOfGod #GraceOfGod

What if your life could change in the next five minutes? In the first message of our new series, 5 Minutes Later, we explore Moses' encounter with the burning bush and discover how God often interrupts ordinary moments with extraordinary purpose. If you've ever felt overlooked, stuck, or wondered whether God is finished with you, this message is a powerful reminder that anything can happen when God steps in.

Why do we gather as the Church? In this encouraging message, Fru Bird explores how gathering together helps us recall God's faithfulness, restore our souls, and receive fresh vision for the future. Through powerful scripture, practical teaching, and inspiring testimonies, discover why church is far more than a weekly meeting—it's God's plan for transformation, encouragement, and mission.

In this encouraging and thought-provoking message, we explore what it means to live worthy of the calling we have received in Christ (Ephesians 4:1).Too often, calling is reserved for a select few on a platform, but Paul reminds us that every believer has been given grace, purpose, and a role to play in the body of Christ. This sermon unpacks the difference between our call to follow Jesus and our call to take responsibility in His Kingdom, challenging us to move from spectators to participants.“Jesus hasn't just saved you FROM something; He has saved you FOR something.”Discover how God calls ordinary people, why every believer matters, and how the Church flourishes when each part does its work.

In this powerful message from Sunnyhill Church Poole Campus, Sophie Parker explores the tension between promise and provision through Acts 1:1–14 in her preach, “Are We There Yet?”Looking at the disciples waiting in the upper room between Jesus' ascension and Pentecost, Sophie unpacks what it means to persevere in seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and unanswered questions. This encouraging and honest message reminds us that the Holy Spirit strengthens us in the gap between what God has promised and what we have yet seen fulfilled.“Unite and persevere in the space between the promise and the provision.”Be encouraged to keep praying, keep trusting, and keep waiting with hope.

On Pentecost Sunday at Sunnyhill Church Poole Campus, Jake Parker preached a passionate and challenging message titled “Follow His Lead”, exploring Acts 2, Ezekiel 47, and the life-changing work of the Holy Spirit.Jake reminds us that Pentecost was not just an event — it was the beginning of a Spirit-led Church empowered to move from observation to participation. Through powerful teaching and personal testimony, this message calls believers to go deeper with God, surrender control, and allow the Holy Spirit to lead every area of life.“The Holy Spirit is the expert at moving us from observers to participants in what He wants to do in our lives.”This message will encourage you to step out of shallow waters, follow the lead of the Holy Spirit, and become a channel of life wherever God sends you.

What if everything could change in the next 5 minutes? On Pentecost Sunday we explore the moment the Holy Spirit arrived, the Church was born, and ordinary people suddenly stepped into extraordinary purpose. From an upstairs prayer meeting to 3,000 salvations in a single day! This message is all about what happens when God steps into the story. Maybe your next “5 minutes later” moment is closer than you think…

What happens when the Church stops standing still and starts moving again? In this message, Adam Bird explores why the Church was never meant to become a monument to the past, but a Spirit-led movement full of faith, courage and momentum. From broken legs to mountain hikes, roller coasters to the book of Acts — this is a message about listening to God, stepping out in obedience, and discovering the joy waiting on the other side of difficult faith-filled decisions.

What does it really mean to be planted in the house of God?

Why church? Because it's not ours—it's Jesus' church. In this message, we explore how everything changes when we stop trying to do church in our own strength and start listening for His voice and living in His presence. When Jesus is at the centre, empty nets become overflowing—and ordinary gatherings become supernatural.

Why church? In this opening message, we tackle one of life's biggest questions and discover that church is far more than a building, a leader, or a Sunday event—it's a supernatural family, conceived by God and built on Jesus Himself.Exploring Matthew 16 and the early church, we see how this movement has not only survived but thrived for 2,000 years, transforming lives and spreading hope across the world.If you've ever wondered whether church really matters, this message will stir your faith, challenge your thinking, and ignite a fresh love for being part of what Jesus is building.

In this message, Dom reflects on the last week at Reunion and encourages the church to take the promises of God seriously. He unpacks the promise of God relating to the church found in Matthew 16. Let this message bless you, challenge you, change you.

In this powerful post-Easter message, Andy Gilbert explores the story of the road to Emmaus from Gospel of Luke, showing how Jesus meets us right in the middle of disappointment and doubt. Discover how “we had hoped” can be transformed into renewed faith as Christ walks alongside us, opens the Scriptures, and reveals Himself in the breaking. If you've ever felt like God is distant even after a mountaintop moment, this message will remind you—He's closer than you think, and He's still turning hearts back to life.

What if Jesus had a bucket list, and on the cross, He crossed off the final item with the words “It is finished”? In this hope-filled Easter message, we discover that every promise fulfilled, every sin paid for, and every barrier to freedom was completed once and for all, and your name was always on His list. Because Jesus isn't finished - He's risen, and that means new life, true freedom, and a future full of hope is available to you today!

 What if you were the thief on the cross?  In this powerful monologue, Adam steps into the final moments of the man crucified beside Jesus—guilty, broken, and out of time… yet offered something he never expected: mercy.  This is not just a retelling of a familiar story. It's a raw, honest reflection on guilt, grace, and the shocking reality of forgiveness at the very edge of death.  Inspired by the account in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 23:39–43), where one thief mocks… and the other believes: “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” And Jesus responds: “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”

Jesus didn't enter Jerusalem the way people expected.No stallion.No show of power.Just a humble donkey and a King with a greater mission.In this Palm Sunday message, we explore what it means that Jesus chose humility over hype, and why He still looks for ordinary people to carry His presence today.You don't have to be impressive, just availableYou're not the main event, you're the vessel

Jesus didn't just model freedom—He made a way for us to live in it. In part 5 of our 'Finding Freedom' series, we dive into how our relationship with money reveals where our trust really lies—and how contentment, integrity, and generosity lead to lasting freedom. This message will challenge your thinking and invite you into a deeper, freer life with God.

On Palm Sunday, what looks like “just a donkey” turns out to be a powerful announcement: the King has arrived. In this message from our Finding Freedom series, discover how every detail of the triumphal entry points to Jesus - and how the principle of giving God our first and best unlocks true financial freedom. If you've ever wondered how faith and finances connect, this message will challenge, inspire, and shift your perspective.

As we approach Easter, we often celebrate the empty tomb, the victory, the life, the breakthrough. But before the resurrection, there was a road… and it led to the cross.In this message, we walk backwards through the Easter story to a defining moment in the life of Jesus Christ, a moment where He set His face toward Jerusalem.He knew what was coming.The betrayal. The suffering. The cross.And yet… He didn't turn away.He turned toward it.This is a call to:Turn toward challenge, not away from itFix your eyes on what's beyond the painTrust that God is working something eternal through the temporaryJesus could face the cross because He could see beyond it.If this message encouraged you, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

What if real freedom isn't doing whatever you want, but living the life Jesus won for you? In this powerful message, Fabiano Aljava explores how sin traps us in a cycle of shame, guilt, condemnation and separation — and how Jesus completely breaks that cycle through the cross. This is a message full of hope, freedom and fresh perspective that will help you stop living weighed down and start walking in grace.

Using Isaiah 49:15, we explore the powerful image God uses to describe His love.The Bible points to a mother's love as one of the strongest bonds in human experience—a love marked by nurture, protection, sacrifice, and compassion. Yet even that incredible love is only a glimpse of the faithful, unforgetting love of God.Whether Mother's Day is a joyful day for you or a painful one, this message is a reminder that the love you are looking for is ultimately found in God.

This Sunday's message, “Finding Freedom – First and Finally,” takes a deep look at how spiritual principalities operate — the unseen powers that demand our allegiance through culture, institutions, and everyday pressures. Through the lens of Paul's letters to the Ephesians and Galatians, we explore the reality of rulers and authorities that seek to re-enslave believers — and the incomparably great power of God that is far above them all. Discover how Christ has secured our freedom, and how we can stand firm, resist spiritual oppression, and live in the domain of the King today.

What if the door to freedom is already open… but we're the ones still sitting in the cage? In this message, Dan Jackson explores how Jesus has already set us free and what it really looks like to step out and experience that freedom in everyday life. Discover why freedom grows through trust, risk, and a deeper relationship with Jesus.

In this faith-building message, we explore what it means to trust God's sovereignty and provision, even when we don't understand the outcome. Drawing from Exodus 16, and Ephesians 3, this sermon reminds us that God's mercy is new every morning. Just as God provided manna in the wilderness, He still gives us fresh grace for each day. We are called not to live on yesterday's blessings, but to trust Him for today.  Through powerful testimony and Scripture, we're reminded that salvation is the greatest miracle, God's grace is sufficient in weakness, and Christ is always working, even when we don't see it, feel it, or understand it. No matter what you're walking through, God is faithful. Trust Him.

In Part 2 of our Finding Freedom series, Adam explores “Vapour & Vanity” — the kind of freedom that looks real but disappears when you try to hold it. Through the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, we uncover how money, comfort, control and self-definition promise freedom but often leave us chasing the wind. Discover the difference between fragile freedom and the true freedom found in Christ.

Today at our Poole Campus, we were honoured to hear from Dave Brackenridge, Pastor of Home Church Scotland and CEO of Youth for Christ UK. Dave preached a powerful and timely message titled “Don't Miss This Moment.” Drawing from the life of Joseph, he reminded us that God is not only faithful to His promises, but deeply present in the process. Even in seasons of pain, opposition, and waiting, God is at work with us and for us. Through honest personal testimony, Dave shared how resistance, persecution, and challenge have become the very ground God has used to bring breakthrough, miraculous salvations, and baptisms within their church. This message will encourage you to trust God in the middle, recognise His hand in difficult seasons, and refuse to miss what He is doing right now. 

We wrap up our Teach Us to Pray series with Part 7: “It's Good to Talk” as Dan unpacks what it means to “pray without ceasing”—not with fancy words, but with real, honest conversation with God. Dan explores the power of spoken words, building intimacy with God, and even learning to be still and listen. Expect practical wisdom, and a timely reminder: God actually wants to talk with you—and He's not too busy to meet you right where you are.

We conclude our AWAKEN series by exploring what it means to pray with authority. Salvation in Christ is more than being saved from something—it's being saved to and for something. In Jesus, we receive forgiveness, healing, purpose, freedom, hope, identity, and peace—and authority that flows from sonship, not status. Jesus teaches that authority is always tied to assignment. From Mark 13 to the sending of the Twelve and the Seventy-Two, Scripture shows us this truth: when you walk in your assignment, you walk in authority. Prayer isn't passive. Our assignment in prayer is to partner with God in seeing His will done on earth. Authority in prayer is the delegated right, rooted in our union with Christ, to enforce His victory and align earth with heaven. This message also unpacks the Triple-A Triangle:Assignment | Authority | Accountability—the foundation for living commissioned lives. 

What does it really mean to pray and how should we approach God? In this message from our AWAKEN series, Phil explores the mystery and gift of prayer: that we can speak to the God who spoke the world into being. While Scripture doesn't give a formula for guaranteed results, it does invite us into a growing, living relationship with God. Looking at Luke 11 and Jesus' teaching on prayer, we're reminded that prayer begins with recognising our need and approaching God with boldness, persistence, and even shameless audacity. Through examples like Abraham's conversation with God and the faith of the Canaanite woman, this message shows that God welcomes honest, courageous prayer that is rooted in confidence in His mercy and goodness. This is a call for us as individuals and as a church to wake up, stay alert, and become people who pray with faith, expectancy, and confidence that God is able to move.