Introduction to the Psalms Psalm 1-2 The Psalms as our words to God The Psalms as God’s word to us Psalms 1-2 as an introduction and invitation The Psalms for Israel The Psalms for us (Preacher: Andrew Brown)

LIVING CHRIST-SHAPED Colossians 3:1-17 Your true self: raised secure with Christ above (1-4) So consider yourselves dead to worldly living (5-9) Your new self: being renewed in Christ’s image (10-11) So live as Christ-clothed people (12-17) (Preacher: Andreas Mayer)

Good Friday? Mark 15:16-39 Irony! The king that isn't...? The saviour that didn't...? Good Friday? Dear God, Sorry, for living life my way like you don't exist. Thank you for sending Jesus to take my punishment for me. Please forgive me, and change me, to live for you. Amen (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)…

Jesus Changes EVERYTHING Mark 14:1-16:8 (Reading:14:27-72) Mark shows us Jesus knew what was to happen… (10:33-34 ch14-16) …and that Jesus knew the significance (14:32-42 & 15:33-34) Do YOU understand the significance of Jesus’ death and resurrection? (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Stay Focused!! Mark 13 The fishermen are given their instructions (cf 1:16-20) This section is ‘apocalyptic’, full of OT images of judgement – which remind us of the times we are in These are the things we should expect These are the things we should avoid These are the things we should do We have a lot in common with the fishermen – they stayed fo…

Giving your ALL? Mark 11:27-12:44 (Reading: 11:27-33 & 12:35-44) Why does Mark tell us about the widow? (12:41-44) What’s happening in the rest of this passage? Jesus’ authority is challenged While Jesus continues to teach So, what can we learn about giving our all? (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Jesus: King and Judge Mark 11:1-25 What Jerusalem saw… What the disciples saw… What Mark wants us to see… Jesus: the saviour-King of Israel, and of the nations Jesus: the Judge of Israel, and of the nations ..and what Jesus our King and Judge wants… (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

What it Takes to be a Christian Mark 10 (Reading 10:1-34) There are lots of ways to not let God be God and Jesus be King Consider .. the Pharisees .. the rich man .. even the disciples .. and what about us? Think about what it cost Jesus to be King (v32-34) And look at the examples Mark gives - to help us understand what it takes for us to let Jesu…

Church: What are we doing? Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 As a Church we encourage each other to keep living with Jesus as Lord and Saviour (eg. Hebrews 10) As a Church we are ALL involved (Ephesians 4) We are a Bible Teaching Church that seeks to grow followers of Jesus We want to grow in knowing Jesus grow in living for Jesus grow in making Jesus know…

Church: Who Are We? Reading: Revelation 4 God’s Gospel Gathering… … of people worshipping the risen King God’s Plan and God’s Church … in Kenmore! (preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Full Freedom in Christ Alone Colossians 2:8-23 Don’t get captured … (vs 8) You have full freedom in Christ alone (vs 9-15) So don’t get caught up in anything else (vs 16-23) (Preacher: Andreas Mayer)

Reconciled to The Supreme Son Colossians 1:15-23 A Copernican Revolution … The Son is Supreme over all Creation (15-17) The Son is Supreme over all New Creation (18-20) Reconciled to Revolve Around the Supreme Son (21-23) (Preacher: Andreas Mayer)

Firm and Fruitful Colossians 1:24-2:7 Gospel proclamation results in suffering, but that suffering is on behalf of Christ and His Church Gospel proclamation involves revealing a wondrous mystery to all people Gospel proclamation produces beautiful fruit in the lives of those who receive it. (preacher: Thom Herbert)…

Living Knowing our Gospel Lord Colossians 1:1-14 Since the day you heard … ... Gospel-shaped hope Since the day we heard … ... Gospel-shaped prayer Live a life worthy … ... Gospel-shaped living (Preacher - Andreas Mayer)

Time To Accept Help? Mark 9 (Bible Reading 9:14-37) 1. God tells us to listen to Jesus ... “This is my Son, whom I love. LISTEN to him!” (9:7) 2. ... and Jesus says... “O unbelieving Generation..” (9:19) “The Son of Man is going to be betrayed...”(9:31) “If anyone wants to be first, he must be last.. (9:35) 3. Is it time to accept some help? The st…

The Ultimate Joy in 2024? Philippians 1:12-20 For Paul, the gospel is more important than his: - Freedom - Reputation - Life In what ways can you find joy in the gospel in 2024? (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Christmas Day 2023 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16 (NIV) (preacher: Steve Blencowe)

The Arrival of Christ Galatians 3:23-4:7 The arrival of Christ shows us… …how much we NEED him …how far God goes to keep his PROMISES …the extent of God’s MERCY and GRACE (Preacher: Steve Young)

Jesus: Is he Your King? Zechariah 9:9 (reading ch 9) “See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey” What was Zechariah talking about? What did Jesus do? What’s this got to do with Christmas? Is Jesus your King?

THE CHRIST: TOKEN LEADER OR TRUE LORD? Mark 8 Bible Reading (vv. 22-38) Who do you say Jeaus is? What kind of King do you want the Christ to be? A Token Leader who gives you what you want? The True Lord to whom you owe your whole life? Does the way you live bear witness to who you say Jesus is? (Preacher: Thomas Herbert)…

Jesus: Knows Your Heart! Mark 7 Jesus hates people being heartlessly religious (vv. 1-13) Our real problem is our evil heart (vv. 14-23) Jesus solves our heart problem, and his solution is for everyone (vv. 24-37) (Preacher: Andreas Mayer)

Jesus: His Call for Repentance! Mark 6-8 - Bible Reading 6:1-29 Mark shows us: Who rejects Jesus Who Jesus calls Mark warns us: Being part of God’s Kingdom begins with repentance And calling for repentance will meet with rejection

Jesus: Just Believe? Mark 5:21-43 Two examples of people learning to trust/believe … A father who learned to trust Jesus’ power to give life to the dead A woman who trusted Jesus to give peace when she was in despair Mark challenges us to believe in Jesus too! (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Jesus: Can You Trust His Authority? Mark 4:35-5:20 What do you fear the most? Mark shows us that Jesus has authority over EVERYTHING, including: - outward storms (4:35-41) - inward storms (5:1-20) - and even death itself …which leads people to fear him! (4:41, 5:15, 5:33, 5:42) What would you do if you saw God? (Preacher: Steve Young)…

Jesus: Are You Listening to Him? Mark 4:1-34 (Reading 4:1-20) Have you heard this parable before? …be careful not to switch off! (vv. 3, 9) Here’s how… 1: Lean into Jesus (v. 10) 2: Grow in Jesus (v. 20) 3: Don’t expect spiritual realities to be simple… (v. 11) 4: Be assured that God changes hearts! (vv. 26-29) (Preacher: Steve Young)…