Sunday message from 22 May 2025 on John 16:5-15

In this sermon, you’re invited to walk alongside Jesus and his disciples during their final meal before the cross. You’ll hear (from previous chapters before the text used as the sermon's focus) how Jesus, in an act of pure servant-hearted grace, washes the disciples’ feet—even as he predicts Judas’ betrayal. As you listen, you’ll see yourself in the disciples' confusion and doubt, especially in Peter and Thomas. But through their struggles, you'll discover the comfort Jesus shares: the promise of the Holy Spirit, who convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment—not by your efforts, but through faith in Christ alone. Unbelief is the root of sin, yet Jesus meets you with mercy and gives you his righteousness as a free gift. This conversation will leave you grounded in the peace that comes from knowing that your salvation doesn’t rest on your understanding, but on Christ’s finished work for you.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 27 April 2025 on John 20:19-31

Easter Sunday message from 20 April 2025 on Mark 8:1-16

In this sermon, you’ll hear of the women coming to the tomb—grieving, weary, and expecting to find death. But instead, they’re met with astonishing news: “He is not here; He has risen.” You’ll be invited to consider what that means for you today. In a world full of loss, sin, and brokenness—your own doubts, regrets, and pain—Jesus' resurrection brings real hope. You’ll hear how the empty tomb is more than a historical detail; it’s the foundation of your faith and your future. This good news is for you. Through Christ’s death, your sins are forgiven; through His resurrection, you are given new life. In your baptism, God unites you with Jesus in both His death and resurrection, sealing the promise of eternal life. The resurrection still echoes today—not just in ancient testimonies, but in the lives of believers who cling to Christ in their sorrows and have joy that can’t be taken away. In Jesus, you don’t just hope for life beyond death—you have it.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 13 April 2025 on John 12:12-19

In this sermon, you’ll hear of the crowds standing on the Mount of Olives, watching Jesus ride into Jerusalem—not on a warhorse, but on a donkey. You’ll feel the tension between the crowd’s excitement and their confusion—shouting “Hosanna!” (meaning, "Save us!") while expecting a political savior. And yet, Jesus enters not to claim earthly power, but to fulfill prophecy and lay down His life—for you. This moment isn’t just about palm branches and celebration; it’s about a Savior who comes in humility to bring true peace. Jesus’ mission was never centred on temporary liberation, but eternal redemption. His journey to the cross is for you—to forgive your sins, clothe you in His righteousness, and give you a new identity. You’ll be encouraged to see the deep love of a Savior who knows your spiritual struggles, bears them Himself, and grants you grace. During Holy Week, you’ll learn to follow not just the crowd, but Christ—whose greater purpose was always you.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 6 April 2025 on John 8:42-59

In this sermon, you will hear a powerful truth: when Jesus reveals who He truly is—God Himself, saying, “Before Abraham was born, I am”—He doesn’t just challenge the people of His day; He challenges you. You’ll be encouraged to consider how God's truth exposes our divided hearts, our resistance, and our desire to be in control. And yet, even in the face of rejection, Jesus does not withdraw His love. He goes to the cross for you, dies for your sin, and rises again to give you eternal life. Grace isn't earned—it’s given. In your baptism, God has claimed you as His own, washing away your sin and clothing you in Christ. Instead of hiding from the truth, you can rest in it. Jesus knows your heart fully, and still, He forgives fully. Through His Word and promises, you’ll learn to trust in His unconditional love and find peace in His promise: life with Him that never ends.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 30 March 2025 on John 6:1-15

In this sermon, you will see yourself in the crowd of 5,000—and recognize how often you, like Philip and Andrew, look at life’s challenges and wonder, How is this going to work? But Jesus shows you something greater: that when you bring your needs, doubts, and limitations to Him, He provides more than enough. You’ll discover how this miracle, recorded in all four Gospels, isn’t just about bread—it’s about trust. Each Gospel tells the story to a unique audience, just like God’s Word speaks personally to you today. Jesus didn’t come to be a political king we control, but the Savior who gives Himself fully for your salvation. And in this moment of miraculous provision, you’ll see His compassion, His power, and His perfect trust in the Father—a trust that becomes yours through faith. It’s not your effort, but Christ’s faithfulness that matters. Baptised into His name, you are free to bring your burdens to Him, confident that He will care for you—and provide more than you ever imagined.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 16 March 2025 on Matthew 15:21-28

In this sermon, you will discover what great faith truly looks like—not something you have to produce on your own, but as trust in the right person: Jesus. You’ll walk alongside a Canaanite woman, who, despite being met with silence and apparent rejection, clings to Christ because she knows who He is—the Son of David, the promised Saviour. Her story invites you to consider your own faith when God seems silent or distant. Rooted in God’s Word, her persistence shows that real faith is not about your strength, background, or status—it is about holding on to Jesus and His promises. Faith itself is a gift from God, not your own doing, and even trials serve His purpose—to draw you deeper into trust in Christ alone. Your hope isn’t in your faithfulness, but in Jesus’—and His mercy never fails.

Michael Hartman

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Sunday message from 9 March 2025 on Matthew 4:1-11

In this week's sermon, you’ll explore how Jesus stands as the ultimate champion—greater than any historical or fictional hero. You'll walk through Matthew 4:1-11, where Jesus faces Satan's temptations following a 40-day fast. As you listen, you’ll see how each of the three temptations—turning stones into bread, testing God by jumping from the temple, and bowing to Satan for worldly power—holds real-life meaning for your own struggles with trust, faith, and obedience. You’ll discover how Jesus’ victory over these trials not only showed his power over evil but also offers you deep hope and lasting assurance of God’s faithfulness as you encounter your own spiritual battles.

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