Sermons on Conference Weekends (Page 8)
Is Matthew 18:20 really about our “Ground of Gathering”?
Easter Conference 2015 – David Vallance preaches on Matthew 18:20 (“For where 2 or 3 are gathered together in My name…”) and defends the view of this verse which takes it to be foundational in relation to the gathering together of the local assembly throughout the church dispensation. This message is deliberately technical in some parts and includes an in depth examination of the Greek text behind the verse. (Preached: 19th April 2014)
What is Fellowship?
Easter Conference 2014 – David Vallance preaches on the vital Biblical subject of fellowship. He distinguishes between “family fellowship” on the one hand, which all believers enjoy by virtue of being saved and in the family of God, and “assembly fellowship” on the other hand, which can be enjoyed by those who have been baptised and added to a local company of believers. (Preached: 17th April 2014)
He Endured!
Easter Conference 2014 – Ian Jackson preaches on the endurance of Christ in the face of the “contradiction of sinners against Himself” and urges his audience to likewise endure, looking to Him and considering Him. (Preached: 9th April 2014)
Victory over Human Wisdom
Easter Conference 2013 – John Grant preaches on overcoming the enslaving and oppressive power of human wisdom. From the narrative of Deborah’s victory over Jabin in Judges 4 and 5, which includes Jael’s deadly dealing with the scourge of Sisera, Mr Grant applies powerful and necessary lessons about progress and victory in the lives of God’s people. (Preached: 1st April 2013)
The Vow of the Nazarite
Easter Conference 2013 – John Grant preaches on the vow of the Nazarite from Numbers 6. He urges separation unto the Lord as he outlines the cause, the character, the conditions and the conclusion of the Nazarite’s vow. A warm hearted exhortation to dedication to the Lord. (Preached: 1st April 2013)
The Hazard of Spiritual Hypothermia
Easter Conference 2013 – David Gilliland preaches a searching message on the danger of spiritual coldness. He outlines the reasons and results of “spiritual hypothermia” before giving the Biblical remedy for this debilitating condition from the narrative of the Shunammite’s son in 2 Kings 4, who was warmed by the ministry of godly Elisha. (Preached: 1st April 2013)
The Four Seasons of the Christian Life
Easter Conference 2013 – David Gilliland preaches on the winter, spring, summer and autumn of the Christian life. The cold of our godless past, melted by the gospel’s warmth (Psalm 147:18); the spring of early Christian experience with its freshness, beauty and growth (Song of Songs 2:11-13); the summer of fruitfulness, stability and blessing (Amos 8:1), and the autumn of maturity and richness of colour with its legacy passed to the next generation (Job 5:26, 1 Chronicles 29:29). (Preached: 1st April…
Bible Reading – Hebrews 1:1-14
Easter Conference 2013 – David Gilliland opens up Hebrews Ch 1, expounds its content and then leads the gathered company through the whole chapter verse by verse. He outlines the unique structure of the chapter and elaborates on what God has to say “in Son”, “to His Son” and “about His Son”. (Conducted: 31st March 2013)
The Meaning of Baptism
Easter Conference 2013 – BAPTISM -David Gilliland preaches a baptism message which clearly outlines the command, confession, “copy” and challenge of baptism. This is a brief but succinct explanation of baptism with a strong gospel thrust. (Preached: 31st March 2013)
The Danger of Perishing and John 3:16
Easter Conference 2013 – GOSPEL – David Gilliland preaches a powerful and pointed warning message on the danger of perishing and the divine rescue provided in Christ. John Grant closes with a fresh look at John 3:16, assuring sinners of a welcome for the whosoever will. (Preached: 31st March 2013)
Adorning the Doctrine
Easter Conference 2013 – David Gilliland explains what it means to “adorn the doctrine” from Titus 2:10. He highlights 4 major doctrines – justification, sanctification, redemption and reconciliation – and urges his audience to frame these great doctrines within lives of practical righteousness, holiness, freedom and forgiveness, thus “adorning the doctrine”. A thought provoking and challenging message. (Preached: March 30th 2013)
The Devotion of a Hebrew Servant
Easter Conference 2013 – John Grant preaches on the devoted Hebrew servant of Exodus 21 and applies it to his audience as an illustration of the devotion that should mark present day Christians. The narrative provides a challenging line of ministry on our bond-service to Christ, the best of Masters. (Preached: 30th March 2013)
The School of God
Easter Conference 2012 – Frank Sona preaches a discerning message about Moses, the student of God in the school of God from Exodus 3. He highlights the three sections of Moses’s life in which he learnt powerful lessons, as God dealt with him and molded him into a mighty servant. (Preached: 8th April 2012)
Headship and the Head Covering
Easter Conference 2012 – Frank Sona preaches on “headship and the head covering” from 1 Cor 11. He gives a cogent and readily understandable exposition of this difficult passage and explains why head coverings should still be worn in assemblies today. (Preached: 9th April 2012)
Psalms 46, 47 and 48
Easter Conference 2012 – Elton Fairfield preaches on a trilogy of Psalms – 46, 47 and 48 – from which he develops an encouraging and uplifting word of ministry on the eternal heavens, the earthly house and the established heart. (Preached: 9th April 2012)