We are in a spiritual battle, and a chief weapon of Satan is to fill our minds with his lies. In this talk, Jesse breaks down the patterns of our enemy, and shares a biblical model for taking every thought captive to make them obedient to Christ. Event: Senior High Series: True Self Preacher: Jesse Baker Text: 2 Corinthians 10:4-6 + Various Date: 1…

In Christ, the old is gone; the new is here. This new self also comes with a new way of thinking. In this talk, Ryan unpack this mental shift, and show us how to begin thinking as people saved by Jesus. Series: True Self Preacher: Ryan Tong Date: 14-2-25 Text: Ephesians 4:17-24

Life is a whirlwind of striving. We strive after riches, after satisfaction, after false identities. Yet in all this chasing, the life we long for often feels a step away, out of our grasp. What if there is a better way - one that does not require endless striving but rather deep resting? Series: True Self Preacher: Jesse Baker Date: 9-2-25 Text: E…

God has a master design for your life. He calls us to “be conformed to the image of his Son”, the most authentic self (Romans 8:29). He does this by melting, shaping and smoothing us into the likeness of Jesus. In Jesus, we overcome the false identities we create for ourselves and rediscover who we were created to be. In Jesus, we find our true sel…

There are many ingredients we need to remain strong as pilgrims on the way to glory. One of those key things is this: reverent worship! What an encouraging message from Jordan, our Youth Magnification Area Leader. Preacher: Jordan Koster Date: 3-Dec, 2024 Text: Hebrews 12:25-29 Series: Firmly Secured Location: Scotts Head…

What does faith look like in action? In this talk, Becki looks through the great sweep of salvation history, and shows how each hero of the faith trusted in God's plans and promises. Preacher: Becki Shaw Date: 2-Dec, 2024 Text: Text: Hebrews 11:1 - 12:2 Series: Firmly Secured Location: Scotts Head

Imagine that you are at a crossroads of two paths - one that leads to death and one that leads to glory. Genuine faith not only chooses the path that leads to glory but stays firmly secured on the path that leads to glory. True faith is not a bare-bone verbal declaration we declare; faith is active. It moves our feet. It sets us on a path. It follo…

Life is hard. There are things that conspire against our faith. They are all around us, from temptation that pounces at you at end of year parties to that that late night Insta death scroll. Yet, in the mess of our world, God does not abandon us. He gives us everything we need to build a faith that lasts. Preacher: Britt Beattie Date: 31-Nov, 2024 …

Wherever you're at with greatness, there is a better way: a way that does not leave you smashed from the never-ending pursuit of self-mastery; a way that does not leave us depressed by our inability to fulfil our deepest dreams. What is this better way of greatness? It is not found in our own personal pursuit of personal greatness. In fact, it is t…

In this talk, Luke Sadler wraps up our journey through Mark, showing how all that Jesus taught, is verified through his resurrection from the dead. "Jesus is who he says he is." Praise his name! Preacher: Luke Sadler Date: 31-11-24 Location: Christ Church St Ives Event: Senior High Gathering

The details of the cross reveal tremendous truths about God and his radical love for us. What an amazing gospel! Speaker: Sophie Thomas Date: Friday 24-Nov, 2024 Event: Junior High Gathering Location: Christ Church St Ives

Do you trust God? What does it look like? In his darkest hours, when he felt overwhelmed with grief, Jesus shows what it looks like to cling to the plans and purposes of God, even when we are afraid. Enjoy! Speaker: Jesse Baker Date: Friday 15-Nov, 2024 Event: Junior High Gathering Location: Christ Church St Ives…

Jesus went to the cross to wear his crown and to rescue us from sin. But on the journey, things get hectic. A story of both loyalty and disloyalty unfolds! Speaker: Jesse Baker Date: 8-Nov, 2024 Event: Junior High Gathering Location: Christ Church St Ives

Jesus is on a journey to the cross where he will wear his crown. In this third talk, Britt unpacks the prophecy of Jesus, urging us to get ready for his return. - Speaker: Britt Beattie - Event: Senior High Gathering - Date: 3-11-24 - Location: Christ Church St Ives

Jesus is on a journey to the cross where he will wear his crown. In this second talk, Josh points to the authority of Jesus, and shows us why this matters. - Speaker: Josh Hayward - Event: Senior High Gathering - Date: 27-10-24 - Location: Christ Church St Ives

Jesus is on a journey to the cross where he will wear his crown. In this first talk, Jesse asks an important question, “Is Jesus the king of your heart?” - Speaker: Jesse Baker - Event: Senior High Gathering - Date: 20-10-24 - Location: Christ Church St Ives

Future worry? There is good news: "Comfort in uncertainty, vitality in weakness, strength to endure - all this comes to us in and through Jesus." - Preacher: Jesse Baker- Date: 30 October 2024- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

What does it mean to worship God? In this teaching, Sophie unpacks this important question! - Series: AUTHENTIC- Preacher: Sophie Thomas- Date: 13 September 2024- Event: Junior High Gathering- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

What does it mean to serve in humility? In this teaching, Em unpacks this important question! - Series: AUTHENTIC- Preacher: Em Streeter- Date: 22 September 2024- Event: Senior High Gathering- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

What does it mean to love each other? In this teaching, Kat unpacks this important question! - Series: AUTHENTIC- Preacher: Kat Pearson- Date: 15 September 2024- Event: Senior High Gathering- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

What does it mean to delight in God? AUTHENTIC (Living as Wholehearted Disciples) is back, and Zylan shows that one fundamental ingredient is enjoying the law of God. - Series: AUTHENTIC- Preacher: Zylan Anderson- Date: 8 September 2024- Event: Senior High Gathering- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch…

How do we live as one united people? AUTHENTIC (Living as Wholehearted Disciples) is back, and Jesse shows that one fundamental ingredient is "radical love." - Series: AUTHENTIC- Preacher: Jesse Baker- Date: 6 September 2024- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch…

Is life out of control? Is there any hope? BIG FRIDAYS is here, and this is the third talk from Josh, a message all about REAL LIFE! - Series: REAL LIFE- Preacher: Josh Hayward- Date: 30 August 2024- Location: Christ Church St IvesInstagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

What do you desire? Are you satisfied? BIG FRIDAYS is here, and this is the second talk from Josh, a message all about REAL FULFILMENT! - Series: REAL LIFE - Preacher: Josh Hayward- Date: 23 August 2024 - Location: Christ Church St Ives Instagram → www.instagram.com/youth.christchurch

BIG FRIDAYS is here, and this is the first talk from Josh on the theme, REAL LIFE. Here is the truth: Jesus has much delight to offer. Have you tasted this delight? Listen to find out more: - Series: REAL LIFE - Preacher: Josh Hayward - Date: 16 August 2024 - Location: Christ Church St Ives

In this talk by Roland at Senior High, we started to think about mission, living a life of boasting in the cross of Jesus. Do you desire to bear the marks of Jesus in all of life? What does that even mean? [Apologies for the audio quality] - Series: Authentic - Living As Wholehearted Disciples - Preacher: Roland Sebesfi - Date: 11 August 2024 - Loc…

In this talk by Ryan Tong at Junior High, we started to think about mission, living a life of boasting in the cross of Jesus. Do you desire to bear the marks of Jesus in all of life? What does that even mean? Check out the latest talk here: - Series: Authentic - Living As Wholehearted Disciples - Preacher: Ryan Tong - Date: 9 August 2024 - Location…

Our new series, Authentic (Living as Wholehearted Disciples), launched at Senior High this week. In the first message, Britt looks at the first mark of an authentic disciple: maturity. In other words, they are transformed through meditation on the Bible. Series: Authentic Date: 4 August 2024 Event: Senior High Service…

This talk launches us into our brand-new series, Authentic, which explores five marks of a wholehearted disciple. In this first talk, Jesse Baker talks about the first mark, maturity - living deep in the Word. Expect a punchy message that brings us to the foundation of joy. Series: Authentic Date: 2 August 2024 Event: Junior High Service…

What does it mean to walk in surrender? In this final talk from Winter Camp 2024, Britt brings the theme home, exploring the faith of Blind Bartimaeus.-Location: Springwood-Date: 22-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

This is our final talk from our Winter Camp Series, Walking In Surrender – Mark 9-10. In this teaching, Jesse unpacks greatness in the world’s eyes and in the eyes of God.-Location: Shoalhaven-Date: 21-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

What does it mean to walk in surrender? Listen to the third talk from Mark Leong to find out more!-Location: Springwood-Date: 20-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

This is the third talk from our Winter Camp series, Walking In Surrender - Mark 9–10. In this teaching, Jesse speaks about the cost of discipleship. What is the cost? Find out more.-Location: Shoalhaven-Date: 20-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

What does it mean to walk in surrender? Listen to the second talk from Mark Leong to find out more!-Location: Springwood-Date: 19-4-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

This is the second talk from our Winter Camp series, Walking In Surrender - Mark 9–10. In this teaching, Jesse teaches the second core truth: “We will not be saved unless we receive the kingdom of God like a child.” How do we do this? Listen to find out.-Location: Shoalhaven-Date: 19-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024…

What does it mean to walk in surrender? Listen to the first talk from Mark Leong to find out! -Location: Springwood-Date: 18-7-24-Event: Winter Camp (SH)-Series: Walking In Surrender (Mark 9–10)

This is the first talk from our Winter Camp series, Walking in Surrender - Mark 9–10. In this teaching, Jesse teaches the first core truth: “with God all things are possible.” Why does this matter? Listen to find out.-Location: Shoalhaven -Date: 18-7-24-Event: Winter Camp 2024

Is God at work in your life? In this teaching, Becki assures us that God is indeed at work in everything to save and deliver his people.-Location: Christ Church St Ives-Date: 7-7-24-Event: Senior High-Series: Hall of Flaw

Our Senior Minister, Nigel Fortescue, jumps into the Junior High pulpit to the end the term with a banger, teaching us that on an eternal scale, God has BIG PLANS for our lives. -Location: Christ Church St Ives-Date: 5-7-24-Event: Junior High-Series: Furnace Faith (Daniel)

In this teaching, Josh Hayward teaches about the radical faithfulness of Hosea and the even more radical faithfulness of God to us.-Location: Christ Church St Ives-Date: 31-6-24-Event: Senior High Service-Series: Hall of Flaw

In this teaching, Britt opens with a warm word to comfort us, pointing us to the fact that God cares and provides.-Location: Christ Church St Ives-Date: 23-6-24-Event: Senior High Service-Series: Hall of Flaw

In this teaching, Brodie encourages us to remain steadfast in times of hardship, for the reality is that we live in a broken world full of evil powers. This is a call to remain strong in Christ 💪-Location: Christ Church St Ives-Date: 21-6-24-Event: Junior High Service-Series: Furnace Faith (Daniel)

In this teaching, Zylan points out the faith and flaws of Gideon, the Old Testament judge, to encourage us to pursue a wholehearted, active faith. Date: 16-6-24Series: Hall of FlawLocation: Christ Church St Ives

In this teaching, Josh Hayward, the former youth minister, dives into the classic story, Daniel and the Lion’s Den. Date: 7-6-24Series: Furnace Faith (Daniel)Location: Christ Church St Ives

Are you weary? Is your spirit restless? In this teaching, Jordan shows how the promise of rest found in Joshua foreshadows the ultimate rest found in the ultimate man of courage and strength. Date: 2-6-24Series: Hall of FlawLocation: Christ Church St Ives

We have all been weighed on the scales of judgement and been found wanting. The key question is this: are you ready to stand before God on the last day?Date: 31-5-24Series: Daniel (Furnace Faith)Location: Christ Church St Ives

In this teaching, Luke shows us how God can use the painful, most heartbreaking moments in life for his good purposes and our ultimate good.Date: 26-5-24Series: Hall of FlawLocation: Christ Church St Ives

In this message, Taylor teaches about how God brought the all-powerful Nebuchadnezzar to a position of absolute humility, resulting in him praising God. What a wonderful story of God's humbling might! Date: 24-5-24 Series: Daniel (Furnace Faith) Location: Christ Church St Ives

In this teaching, Josh shows how the amazing grace of God extends to the most unexpected people, including Rahab. How sweet is God's grace? Date: 19-5-24 Series: Hall of Flaw Location: Christ Church St Ives

In this teaching, Josh shows us that we can have an unshakable confidence in the God who saves. Date: 17-5-24 Series: Daniel (Furnace Faith) Location: Christ Church St Ives