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Ulverstone Baptist Church Exists For You!

At UBC our greatest desire is that you will find a caring community where you can grow in a deeper relationship and friendship with Christ.

Our prayer is that you find a sense of home where you can come just as you are and feel loved and encouraged. We believe the best life to live is a life shared with community.

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Unstoppable - Tearing down the alters - Pastor Louis Fife

Ulverstone Baptist ChurchSep 19, 2021

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CALLED - A Call to Flourish

CALLED - A Call to Flourish

In God's unique plan, we discover that this world is not the end. It is our precursor for this life in Christ and the next! The Psalmist invites us to worship God as it focuses on God rather than what is happening around us. The Imagery used helps to shed light on what it means to flourish—moving away from a cultural understanding to a deeper understanding of the right relationships and the purpose of life. The Bible provides insight into who God is and draws us to connect at a deeper spiritual level. And this Kingdom, understanding of flourishing, is living, serving God best when we are living out His will. I hope you are blessed by this message.

Mar 24, 202432:19
CALLED - To Witness Christ

CALLED - To Witness Christ

The power of the gospel is handed to each of us to share and proclaim in our call to reconcile lost humanity with living Saviour and only God. In this message, Ps Nick unravels the heart of God for all people, reflecting on the two Phillips mentioned in scripture. We are all called to God and to be witnesses. We have a divine calling to make disciples of all nations (people anywhere and everywhere). Here, Nick provides an insightful BOB prayer.

B is for Burdan for the lost. O is for an opportunity to share the gospel. B is for boldness to share the gospel. God bless you as you see God reap a harvest through your life and witness of Christ! Amen.

Mar 18, 202439:50
CALLED - Many Calls

CALLED - Many Calls

In this message, Lyn reminds us of who we are in Christ and, as such, the importance of resting and abiding because it is not what we can do – but what the Holy Spirit can do through us. That leads us to isolate ourselves from one call and understand God's many calls. There are so many more calls that help us to deepen our walk in Christ. There are specific calls to help us abide and rest. That led us to a place of submission, obedience, and a desire only to do as God does, as God leads and empowers. The rest that God desires is one of the most profound rests for peace in our being.

Mar 17, 202437:44
CALLED - A Call to Connect

CALLED - A Call to Connect

YOU ARE CREATED FOR CONNECTION.

 Our CALLED series reminds us of God's purpose in our lives, which cannot unravel on our own.

It is through others that we become known and find purpose. In this week's message, your desire to Connect will enable and empower you. It releases power to enrich our lives and connect in a faith environment, which is powerful! Your call to connect will protect you, and you will find your personhood. You best YOU; all that God has for you to do and in and through to bless others is and only happens in CONNECTION! Life at its best is an accumulation of deep and meaningful relationships that mutually benefit one or the other!

To connect is to see and be seen, to let each other know we are not alone and never will be.

Mar 03, 202434:04
CALLED - A call to Discern pt3

CALLED - A call to Discern pt3

CALLED: In this week's message we finish the ‘Call to Discern’ focus. Discernment is God's idea to help us rely on Him and to lead us through difficult times or challenging situations. It helps with breakthroughs, determining what is spiritual and what is not spiritual, what is from God and what is not. It is vital to be discerning our daily lives. Discernment is a gift and a choice we all must make. A discerning heart requires intimacy with the father and openness to be led. It says, I will pay attention. Discernment is not a sideline issue with God but is the very manifestation of the counsel of the Holy Spirit in your life. God is speaking and revealing certain things that are absolutely critical for you and me to know He has gifted us with his Holy Spirit to discern those things in our lives.

Feb 25, 202439:19
CALLED - A Call to Disciple

CALLED - A Call to Disciple

We continue in this 'called series' of our call to discipleship. Every believer is called. Every believer has a purpose, and every believer is to be a disciple and disciple-maker. I heard once that you can be a believer but not a disciple or, for that matter, a disciple maker. It is God's heart that we reach people with the amazing truth of God's love. Contrary to worldly or popular thinking, God is a God who allows us the freedom to choose him or not choose him. That freedom brought consequences. And still, the world is not in perfect synch with the heavenly plan; the bible says even creation groans and cries out for deliverance. (Romans 8:22-23)

Friend, today, the first step is knowing who you are in Christ and that you are called, and the second is knowing you are called to make disciples.

Feb 18, 202438:55
CALLED - A Call to Discern. Pt2

CALLED - A Call to Discern. Pt2

We continue in this series of discerning God's plan and purpose for our lives, the process of discovering His heart and, at times, His special leading and direction. This week, we unpack what is often considered discernment and instead trust in who is leading us. We pray you are stirred up and encouraged in this series to learn and seek God for clarity, but more than that, communion with him.

Feb 11, 202434:31
CALLED - A Call to Discern -1

CALLED - A Call to Discern -1

A call to discern. I believe there is no more urgent calling of the intrinsic nature of any believer, as expressed in our Christian faith than the characteristics to hear and discern what God is saying. Discernment is downloading God's heart, will, and intention for any situation we require as we seek His direction, help, clarity, and divine wisdom. Friend, do yourself a BIG favour and put into place ways to build and cultivate a discerning heart. It has everything to do with your future! It is about living the God kind of life while releasing God's purpose and calling upon your life.

Feb 04, 202437:26
CALLED - A Call to Fast

CALLED - A Call to Fast

I'm surprised that many followers of God don't fully understand the wonderful God-enriched call to fast. Throughout the Bible, every Christian generation has chosen to fast as a regular means of displaying a heart of surrender and dependence on God. A fasting time is a dedicated time of need that accompanies prayer. When we fast, it is our response to God with the desperation of need, repentance and even a time of mourning in humility before our God. Friend, fasting is not easy in the flesh, but the SPIRITUAL benefits are out of this world. Jesus calls and expects us to fast. ‘When you fast’ (Matthew 6). Every time someone fasts –I mean this- something happens. Join us as we fast food, time, TV, music, coffee, or other things, and spend that time before God in whatever way you can.

Please speak with your doctor or specialist before you choose to fast - food for any period of time.

Jan 28, 202439:35
CALLED - A call to Endure

CALLED - A call to Endure

Welcome to our new sermon series – "called". As we ready ourselves for another year. We believe nothing can inspire you and help you live God's best life for you in 2024 than learning how to endure. Undoubtedly, as we look around, the world's troubles, the persecution coming from our present-day realities and times in which we live, and the ongoing health and family matters can all impact how well we prepare and plan to endure.

Endurance is a quality taught throughout scripture, so you must develop and embrace ENDURANCE. May this year be fruitful as you flourish in and through all God is doing and revealing.  

Jan 21, 202430:56
The Road to Understanding.

The Road to Understanding.

It's evident that discipleship is about more than knowledge; it is about transformational experience. It is to encounter Jesus. Unfortunately, our lack of understanding delays or can even bypass what Jesus seeks to reveal to each of us in a profoundly personal way. Our lack of understanding can also block God's opportunities and challenge us further in our growth as disciples. We need to be disciples, first of all, not religious activists or Christian intellectuals but people who perceive the realities of our faith and how to comprehend what it means to be a Christian. How far are you willing to understand Jesus? So far as laying down your life in the process!

God bless.

Jan 14, 202418:48
 Encouragement

Encouragement

In today’s busy world, it seems easier to lack or experience encouragement. Early in my ministry days, I learned that when there is a lack of encouragement, there is discouragement. A poignant thought to consider. Ps Graeme unpacks the essentials of how vital encouragement is for us as followers of God, leaders, and a church community. When you think of a difficult time, it is not what you may be experiencing but rather the lack of encouragement for the journey in the middle of the challenge.

Friend, be a person in 2024 who finds it in their heart to encourage (put courage into) and to build rather than pull down.

Jan 07, 202423:01
BEHOLD - CHRISTMAS EVE 2023

BEHOLD - CHRISTMAS EVE 2023

What makes each Christmas a significant time is that it causes us to focus deeply on what is available for every person. In this message, we unpack the three considerations or benefits of 'Beholding' Christ. These are gifts as to why we should behold Jesus and the consequences for not doing so. John the Baptist paid such special attention to announcing Jesus because Jesus is the promised sacrificial lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world when accepted on the basis of personal faith and confession. That is the Christmas message.

So, enjoy and behold Christ today.

Dec 24, 202323:45
REJECTING CHRIST - BUT NOT REJECTED - LOUIS FIFE

REJECTING CHRIST - BUT NOT REJECTED - LOUIS FIFE

Understanding people's misconception of faith in Christ is one of the most significant barriers to salvation. This message briefly unpacks the three core reasons people reject Christ (Christian message). While we understand many intrinsic facets of why people have not believed in Jesus, you will discover that these three reasons cross over to each other and always stem back to the core issue of our hearts. When you think of a loved one or friend, we ask that you be led as you pray, to be sensitive as you build a relationship with the hope, that they will see Jesus in a new light.

God bless.

Dec 17, 202337:24
PURE DEVOTION - LOUIS FIFE

PURE DEVOTION - LOUIS FIFE

PURE DEVOTION   -LOUIS FIFE

In a time when we need hope to arise as God prepares us for our next. Many are aware of the shifts and changes in our world, and it is not easy to live out our values, beliefs, and faith. This message is a timely reminder that worldly pleasures and delights are all around us. God has enabled and called us to live with him in sincerity and pure devotion. Pastor Louis draws from understanding three key influences that impact our devotion to God, that shift our hearts, for good or not so good. Take a stand for Jesus. Share your faith. Be excited to see what God can do with you and through you.

God bless.

Dec 10, 202338:46
MY GOD - MY DELIVERER LOUIS FIFE

MY GOD - MY DELIVERER LOUIS FIFE

What a wonderful God we serve. The highlight of knowing God is knowing God is for me, even in my sin, brokenness, and pain. David understood this reality of God's grace in that he took stock that God, reflecting upon all the ups and downs of life, revealed to David and to every believer God is our deliverer. Today, we know we need his help; God is for you. He accomplished the finished work of salvation, which means you and I need to remind ourselves that God is MY DELIVERER. He breaks the chains that hold us back, releases the oppressed, pours his healing grace over us, restores situations, and smashes those bondages that hold us and keep us captive. Friend, whatever you are walking through, believing for and contemplating what's next, know this and be reassured: God is delivering circumstances around you right now.

Dec 03, 202329:15
REDEMPTION HOUSE - LOUIS FIFE

REDEMPTION HOUSE - LOUIS FIFE

God is moving, He is working, and He is performing according to His word. The gospel is mighty. It has releasing power that changes lives. Today, friends, we consider how God's influence within us creates the opportunity for what a REDEMPTION HOUSE looks like. Looking at Isaiah 54, we learn that in the midst of wrong direction, lost priorities, and, at times, confusion, God will meet us. He is our Redeemer. You can count on Him. We discover three aspects of thinking in Isaiah 54 that help us to consider becoming a 'Redemption House' now and into the future. Join us as we consider the following message with open hearts and lives.

God bless

Nov 26, 202329:48
HOLD ON - LOUIS FIFE 19-11-23

HOLD ON - LOUIS FIFE 19-11-23

There is no greater example of holding on when facing life's challenges and trials other than looking to Jesus. Today, you and I know the world is changing fast. We live in a world filled with trials and temptations; during these times of struggles and challenges, the burden in our hearts often causes difficulty. Life presents us with trials that can weigh heavily upon us, causing our hearts to falter and our spirits to waver. To ‘Hold fast” in the Bible means holding your position, fixing your gaze, and not losing sight of the goal.

The writer of Hebrews points out that Jesus best models for us how to continue in the opposition and stand firm against such ridicule and misunderstanding. Friend, whatever you are walking through, I know you can get through this if you choose to HOLD ON.

Nov 19, 202332:54
LIVING THROUGH THE TOUGH END TIMES - LYN MCKAY

LIVING THROUGH THE TOUGH END TIMES - LYN MCKAY

LIVING THROUGH THE TOUGH END TIMES - LYN MCKAY

We are all dealing with a plethora of changes upon us today. Lyn unpacks the difficulties and challenges we all face and how to thrive rather than survive. God always has a plan, a way through, not necessarily a way out. He will lead us, but we must be willing to be led. Today, in whatever situation you are facing, continue to believe and trust in God, obey His word and consecrate yourself unto God. By doing so you are making room for God to position you ready for an overcoming spirit that will endure.

God bless

Nov 12, 202337:05
UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK SIX - LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK SIX - LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK SIX - LOUIS FIFE

Unstoppable God concludes this sixth week. What a journey it has been. For some, it has been a refreshing look and reminder of what God the Son has offered His bride, the Church. It has also highlighted how this has been an unfamiliar series for some. What I can assure you of today, whatever side of the fence you may sit on concerning five-fold graces, is this. What Christ has given the Church has unmistakably aided the Church to rise up, be victorious, and display Christ's divinity through these graces. These graces are Christ's gifts to help establish, affirm, and empower the Church for all ages. Unstoppable God is the resounding echo to build according to God's pattern because we receive God's results when we do. But building according to our ways or wisdom carries little of the original divine intention: Your Kingdom come.

God bless Louis

Nov 05, 202337:11
UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK FIVE – APOSTLES AND PROPHETS

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK FIVE – APOSTLES AND PROPHETS

We continue in this series and observe the new wine of leadership model and pattern. The importance of following God's order and God's plan is paramount. The five-fold graces in Ephesians four are given and poured out over His people. Many denominations are wrestling with the prescribed model (existing since Christ's ascension). This week's message explains the function and purpose of the Apostle and Prophet's grace, gift, and office. These foundational graces are built on Christ. These graces provide a governing mantle of leadership and encourage a passion for the kingdom of God to advance powerfully into communities. We need all the five-fold graces evident and the local Church as they help to raise up and build kingdom culture and provide transformational discipleship.

The mission's goal is unchanged; Jesus had one aim: to be humanity's redeemer and resource (empower) the Church in His name and power of the Holy Spirit.

Oct 23, 202338:09
FIVE SIGNS OF A READY CHURCH

FIVE SIGNS OF A READY CHURCH

FIVE SIGNS OF A READY CHURCH

Throughout the Bible, we repeatedly see how important it is to be ready and discover that it is not just a good response. It should be our only response. In this message, Louis unpacks briefly the five signs of a ready Church. And God has called you and me to be ready. To be equipped, to be expectant and hopeful. Take these principles from Joshua as they begin to take steps toward their Abrahamic promise, covenant and conquest into the promised land. Consider your behaviours and responses towards God asking you to be ready. The same principles for being READY applies to every area of our lives.
God bless.

Oct 15, 202322:08
God is with us. Ken Collyer

God is with us. Ken Collyer

Looking closer at baptism and membership, how do we live out the message that God is with us?

Oct 08, 202337:38
Who is your God? - Stephen Head

Who is your God? - Stephen Head

Who is your God? In John 14:7 Jesus said, "If you really know me, you will know my father as well." Our God is a God of goodness, kindness, mercy, love and grace.

Oct 01, 202319:16
Back to the future - Lyn McKay

Back to the future - Lyn McKay

As UBC celebrate our 118th anniversary and acknowledge the grace and faithfulness of God throughout the years it was a privilege to hear from Lyn.


Lyn's message titled Back to the future is a message of pilgrimage, what pilgrimage God's way looks like and what it requires of each of us.

Sep 27, 202331:53
UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK FOUR - LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK FOUR - LOUIS FIFE

Imagine a Christian community thriving in all ministries, life, and discipleship. Well, it is not impossible to imagine. The “Unstoppable God” series reminds us that if we build according to God's pattern and governance, we are positioned to be fruitful and multiply. Unfortunately, we do not always get those results when we seek to do what we think is best. The challenge is always why Jesus gave us the fivefold accession gifts and graces to the body of Christ. And how important is it now to go back to the original pattern and biblical standard for allowing the church (body of Christ) to thrive in a God-ordained environment?

Something to think about.

Sep 17, 202332:12
YOUR LOVE WELCOMES ME - LOUIS FIFE

YOUR LOVE WELCOMES ME - LOUIS FIFE

It is always a privilege to witness and experience people encountering Jesus amid their pain, hardship or general life experiences. To find faith in Jesus is to see our need for a Saviour and acknowledge Jesus as our personal Lord.

Years ago, I remember hearing Jesus must be both Saviour - forgiveness of sin.
And Lord - forsaking our sins.

Today, whatever you are facing, know this: When we acknowledge Our purpose is to fit within the divine purpose of salvation, restoration, transformation. and healing, we realise we need Jesus.

God bless YOU!

Sep 10, 202320:32
THE WONDER OF PSALMS - GREG VENZ

THE WONDER OF PSALMS - GREG VENZ

Today's message reveals the raw emotions and pains about the humanity of life we experience, taking the lessons from the Psalms. On this Father's Day, Greg Venz shares the swings and roundabouts of life's thoughts and emotional highs and lows. Talking about all forms of challenge, opposition, pain, heartache, and hard work. We can reflect honesty in those times of deep anguish, disappointment, isolation, confusion, and uncertainty. And yet God is good; we discover God in the trial and battle. We discover God is closer than we realise. He is near, knows, and imitatively aware of our troubles and joys as we close with Psalm 103.

Sep 03, 202321:58
UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK THREE - LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK THREE - LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK THREE

As we continue in this series, we observe a pattern of the new wine of leadership model appears. The importance of following God’s order and God’s plan is paramount. The five-fold graces in Ephesians four are given and poured out over his people. Many denominations are wrestling with the new (already existing since Christ’s ascension) model demonstrated. In this week’s message, three elements emerge as to who we need to build upon this fullness of Christ to understand - JESUS IS PERFECT THEOLOGY – you cannot get any better than Jesus. Next, this fullness of Christ is to understand JESUS IS THE PERFECT PATTERN – He alone is the foundation we build our lives on and the church model. And lastly, this fullness of Christ is to understand. JESUS IS THE PERFECT CORNERSTONE. What you must take away from this message is what God reveals to YOU. What is Jesus showing you? And, more importantly, what are you going to do about it? What is God asking of You right now? Build your life upon the Rock. Build as we co-labour this ministry upon Jesus as the foundation.

 God bless,

Aug 20, 202336:43
UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK TWO- LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK TWO- LOUIS FIFE

UNSTOPPABLE GOD WEEK TWO

Friends, this week’s message is a real rousing and challenging message of building according to the church leadership and governance pattern that Jesus presented. The five-fold Ministry giftings given by Jesus to the Church (His people) are paramount to fulfilling our mandate of the mission. Only with a new heart and mind (or, as the scriptures say, renewed in the Spirit of your mind) as it relates to the Church in the present-day form are we to be led, open and willing to allow the Holy Spirit the rite of passage towards maturity in our lives. We must embrace the model provided by our Lord and Saviour Jesus as it relates to dealing with the spiritual authority structures in the Church’s life. While there may be other options, there is really no other option. For any Church to flourish, it must build on the foundation of Christ, the cornerstone, and then fivefold ascension giftings must be released within the local Church. So do not go alone, do not forsake fellowshipping together, and do not isolate; nothing good will come of it. Only together will we encounter Christ’s unified presence and empowerment TOGETHER!

God bless.

Aug 13, 202339:49
UNSTOPPABLE GOD

UNSTOPPABLE GOD

In this new series, ‘Unstoppable God’, we are taking a look at the shifts and changes that have helped shape and form the New Testament Church. When we rediscover that Our God is a creative, living, resourceful, powerful, empowering, imparting, delivering, moving God. When God is inviting us and calls us to a deeper relationship, then it only serves to understand why He is Unstoppable.

We trust you will be encouraged and blessed by this series.

Aug 07, 202336:54
WE ARE NEVER ALONE - THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT – JULY 30TH 2023

WE ARE NEVER ALONE - THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT – JULY 30TH 2023

Pastor Graeme’s Message reminds us that we are never alone; we have all been given the gift of the Holy Spirit, who has quickened us to life and blessing. It’s easy to lose sight of what is the now moment in our lives. However, we can overcome and live over and above, not under our circumstances. Not only this but the Holy Spirit also breathes new life into us, empowers us and quickens our mortal bodies. Friend, this message is an opportunity to find the Holy Spirit and to refresh you in whatever situation you are facing.

God bless.

 

Jul 31, 202328:09
STAYING STRONG UNDER PRESSURE - JULY 23RD 2023

STAYING STRONG UNDER PRESSURE - JULY 23RD 2023

Staying strong under pressure is the litmus test for all believers who trust in Jesus while working through unknown or difficult-to-discern seasons. The Apostle Paul demonstrated uncanny courage despite difficult seasons and pressured experiences. He was honest enough to say, ‘I don’t know what to do, but I’m trusting my Saviour with every step’. Paul demonstrates that tough times will be experienced, opposition to living an authentic life. And a commitment to missional living is costly. It is hoped in this message, you will be encouraged to live your best life and not to be easily discouraged or lose your motivation. God is with you. God bless you.

Jul 23, 202327:51
STAYING POSITIVE UNDER PRESSURE - JULY 9TH 2023

STAYING POSITIVE UNDER PRESSURE - JULY 9TH 2023

Staying Positive Under Pressure looks more at not allowing specific outside influences to impact your IDENTITY in learning how to stay positive in challenging situations. We live in turbulent, changing times, with more pressures on relationships and families. How can we safeguard our inner world from crumbling under the weight of stressful seasons, and how do we stay positive and strong? Here are three thoughts that we hope will help you consider how to rethink your current concerns and remind yourself of God's promises for your life. We learned that dismissing these significant examples in each area has disappointing consequences.

Jul 09, 202337:10
A COVENANT PEOPLE - JULY 2ND 2023

A COVENANT PEOPLE - JULY 2ND 2023

A COVENANT PEOPLE – a passion God delights in.

Covenant is one of the most central theological themes running through the Bible. There is no denying that covenant is the passionate redemptive theme of God's nature extended towards humanity. Covenant in both the Old Testament and New Testament is centred on the ultimate New Covenant found in Christ and points to the ultimate expression of grace personified in Christ. I love how the covenant helps reveal God’s heart and nature in our lives. Whether it is kingdom or life in general, God reaches out to each of us in ways that we cannot understand. He is gracious.

In this message, we learn that we must turn back towards the Lord no matter what happens.  It’s time to repent, forsake our sins and turn from our ways. It is time to seek the Lord and to be renewed in that seeking. "We are a reflection of not what we have been given - but what we do with what has been given".

God bless, Louis

Jul 02, 202334:39
JESUS IS THE HERO OF MY HEART -WK3 - SPIRITUAL MATURITY -JUNE 18, 2023

JESUS IS THE HERO OF MY HEART -WK3 - SPIRITUAL MATURITY -JUNE 18, 2023

Friends, every now and then, a message comes along that can change the course of time and our future. This message is no exception. The Jesus is My Hero series focuses on How Jesus is the Hero of my heart, which means He has saved me and filled me with mission and purpose. Recognising that first, Jesus works in me and enables me. He calls me to abide. He doesn’t leave me alone; He invites and beckons us to work and bear fruit because of our relationship with Jesus. With an always inviting closer walk with Jesus, to abide is to work out my salvation with fear and trembling. This message asks each of us, are you a disciple of Jesus? Are you abiding? And are you spiritually mature? If not, why not. It's time to dig our roots deeper than ever before. God bless Pastors Louis.

Jun 18, 202340:24
JESUS IS THE HERO OF MY LIFE -WK 2 - JUNE11 2023

JESUS IS THE HERO OF MY LIFE -WK 2 - JUNE11 2023

In this message, we uncover the process of life and ministry in an unusual place, the lead-up to feeding the five thousand. Jesus takes what we think is the subject matter and turns it upside down as another teaching opportunity.

Part two of this message relates to the reason Jesus is the Hero of my (our) life because He seeks to energise me in His presence through renewal and empower me in His presence through expectations. The miracle at the close of Mark chapter six is a bonus. This message will encourage you daily to recognise what you need most and what is on offer in Jesus for daily energising (through renewal) and empowering (through expectation) as a believer.

Jun 11, 202332:56
JESUS IS MY HERO

JESUS IS MY HERO

JESUS IS MY HERO.

People all around the world are looking for Heroes. People who will inspire, delight, and influence us significantly even give us hope. This message looks at one individual named Jesus, the Son of God - the Son of man, the greatest of all heroes.

In many areas of life, the word of God reveals that Jesus is our Hero. Pastor Louis looks at three core areas of why Jesus should be our hero. And our prayer is that you can personally identify these three core acknowledgements in your life and allow the God of the Bible, through Jesus, to transform you along life’s journey.

God bless,

Jun 05, 202330:23
PENTECOST - The Promise Keeper -May 28 Louis Fife

PENTECOST - The Promise Keeper -May 28 Louis Fife

Pentecost is a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness and love towards releasing his promise over His people.
Pentecost reminds us that it is not my ability but God's ability through His Spirit working in me.
May we never lose our hunger to know God more, to be empowered supernaturally for mission?
And how we may be full of expectancy for God to move by His Spirit upon and through His people for the great harvest.

My prayer for you is an increased hunger for God to speak, move upon you, quicken your soul, and burn within you with an incredibly clear mission and focus. This is a crucial moment. Do you have a hunger for God, maybe a renewed or new hunger?

Here is a prayer, ask God what you are expecting today! What are you hoping to happen?

And last, ask for the filling of the Holy Spirit.


May 28, 202341:17
OVERCOMING CONDEMNATION -May 21 Louis Fife

OVERCOMING CONDEMNATION -May 21 Louis Fife

Hello friend, Sunday's message was powerful for those who desire to serve Christ without unnecessary limitations. In John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. NIV It is one thing to be Christian and a follower of God; it is another thing to live in that position daily. Exercising every promise, every benefit and everything Christ died to offer on behalf of us (as followers) to the Father. Sin and death are the means to want to keep you under the law (Romans 8:1-5). Our responsibility is not to be drawn back under the law but to be under the spirit. Learn who you are because of Christ, reaffirm your position in Christ and that you are an overcomer. That no condemnation is going to keep you under the law. Be free and stay in that freedom.


May 21, 202337:14
FEAR NOT - May 14 - Louis Fife

FEAR NOT - May 14 - Louis Fife

Fear not. Two of the most powerful words you can ever hear. Why? Because the Bible instructs us NOT to fear!
Because the world in which we live is saturated with a fear mentality and culture. It is all around us. Fear is nothing new it was evident in the Garden of Eden; if fear can be present in the most presented perfect place, how much more can it invade our life?

Friends, the goal is not to completely ignore any reality to fear; quite the opposite. We need to recognise fear when it strikes our hearts.
You must stop and address those fears when fear becomes all-consuming, dominant, controlling, and influencing daily behaviour. You have to ask yourself, what is going on here?

Pastor Louis addresses the four choices we must make to recognise and respond to those fears grappling our hearts and minds in a simple message. Working with the FEAR acrostic, Louis breaks down the four key responses to fear.

We must make the right choices and trust God’s character.

So, we hope this message will encourage you today!

May 14, 202324:00
Being people of peace - Geoff Maddock

Being people of peace - Geoff Maddock

Geoff Maddock from Baptist Mission Australia speaks from Acts16:11-13. In these verses we read of Paul, his companions and Lydia. Geoff encourages each of us to step out of our comfort zones and submit our longings to the will and work of God. He also encourages us to be witnesses of peace, to be interested in real, loving relationships and allow God to do the convicting and heart opening.

May 07, 202324:40
Not Good Enough - 23rd April Pastor Louis Fife

Not Good Enough - 23rd April Pastor Louis Fife

Not Good Enough.

What lies are you believing, and what truth are you denying? That is the heart of this message. Pastor Louis sought to understand our unregenerate nature and sinful bias toward God's love and grace. Yet more than that, we are separated spiritually (of true life) from God because of our sinful nature. While the world desperately seeks affirmation and acceptance. God's grace is ready to be received and an invitation to be renewed by God's love, mercy, and goodness. God's grace enables us to be recipients of His mercy that leads us to repentance and our new position IN Christ! Before Christ, we were all loved but not worthy; however, we are now worthy and loved in Christ. In Christ, we have nothing to prove and everything to gain.


Apr 23, 202334:58
Good Friday Easter message is for everyone - Andrew Gurr

Good Friday Easter message is for everyone - Andrew Gurr

Good Friday Easter message is for everyone, particularly for the Christian, as our daily mantra of life.

Andrew Gurr (Elder) powerfully provides us with the challenge Easter should offer, essentially to be right with God. May you know your spiritual space, that sense of knowing, growing and flowing in your relationship with the Holy Spirit. Knowing Jesus More. Are you in good shape? It is a pointed question each of us must answer. Because if we are in good “SPIRITUAL” shape, then this will reflect how well is our relationship with God. And Jesus is giving you permission to live your best life, which is determined around being shaped like Jesus; then we will become like Jesus.

That is the Christian -Easter message. It is the daily challenge Jesus asks of each of us every day. And if you ask this question from your heart, you will find rest for your weary soul, relief in your trials and tribulations and recovery to move on. The Bible asks us to open our hearts to Jesus, take new risks, trust each other, and identify and remove the masks holding us back to reveal what God is saying to you and to me for now.

God bless you.

 

Apr 16, 202320:44
A DIVINE SHIFT - IS COMING

A DIVINE SHIFT - IS COMING

A DIVINE SHIFT – IS COMING  APRIL 2-2023

God is on the move, and His heart is to see lives change. This message prepares you to allow God to create a divine shift in you, your heart, your thinking, your circumstances, your plans and your family. Sometimes a shaking occurs first before the shift can truly make its impact. A reminder of how God is passionately involved in our lives, from brokenness to blessing, from trouble to triumph, from victim to victor. God is shaking - to shift you. A shift is God's way of getting us into a better position, shifting our purpose, and creating a new perspective: it's shifting you to the new things that God has in store. God is shifting things, and He wants to shift you. He wants to move you into a new dimension of spiritual reality.

 


Apr 01, 202340:30
I press on - Pastor Louis Fife

I press on - Pastor Louis Fife

How do we press on in times of uncertainty? From the words and example of Paul, Pastor Louis encourages each of us to stand firm in the faith, to hold onto God's promises and to courageously set goals working towards them with persistence and determination.

Mar 26, 202327:04
The RESHAPING of things to come -Pastor Louis Fife March 19th 2023

The RESHAPING of things to come -Pastor Louis Fife March 19th 2023

The words of Jesus are still unfolding today. That entrapment around the question of fasting becomes an opportunity for Jesus to address the elephant in the room. Jesus didn’t come to offer an upgrade to the law. Jesus didn’t come to regress between old and new covenants. No, Jesus came to usher in a new, eternal system of grace and life. This Message cuts to the core of why we do what we do and how we can best implement his teachings from old wine and wineskins into new wine and new wineskins. It is not a message for the faint-hearted or those who choose to stay where they are and change not!

Either way, we all make a choice, and that choice counts.

 

Mar 19, 202340:11
Forgiveness - Nerrelie Cann

Forgiveness - Nerrelie Cann

"Father forgive them for they do not know what they are doing." These were the words of Jesus as He hung on the cross. Nerrelie shares how forgiveness is key in Jesus' teaching and the importance that forgiveness holds to each of us as we live it out in our everyday lives. 

Mar 12, 202331:01
Be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Pastor Louis Fife

Be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Pastor Louis Fife

There is an incredible movement of God's spirit on the planet earth right now, and it can make us at times feel uncomfortable. Listen as Pastor Louis encourages each of us to seek more, to discover God afresh and allow Him to awaken, revive and renew us. 

Mar 06, 202343:04
Keep on keeping on series. Keep turning up. Pastor Louis Fife

Keep on keeping on series. Keep turning up. Pastor Louis Fife

We live in a world that chases the exciting and the thrilling. However, despite all the distractions Jesus' message "come follow me" is still the same and very relevant today. 

Feb 26, 202321:40