Sermons from 2022 (Page 4)
Gospel Meetings ’22: “By Grace are ye saved” and “Grace.. that bringeth forth salvation” (38 mins)
Gene Higgins opens the gospel meeting by preaching from Ephesians 2:8; “For by grace are ye saved through faith”. Gene develops this by preaching that salvation cannot be obtained through works but only through faith in Jesus Christ. Throughout the message, Gene hearkens back, on numerous occasions, to his own conversion 56 years ago. Following on from Gene’s message, in a special guest appearance, Craig Munro continues on the gospel theme of “Grace”, preaching a weighty message from Titus 2:11, preaching on the “grace of God that bringeth forth salvation”, homing in on why Christ died and why sinners desperately need the salvation that has been provided thanks to God’s grace.
Gospel Meetings ’22: “I am the door” (20 mins)
Gene Higgins preaches powerfully on the illustration of salvation from the words “I am the door” (John 10:9). Gene goes on to outline salvation in the simplest of terms, emphasizing that entering the door is essential. Gene explains this statement made by the Lord Jesus by splitting it in two: the claim that he makes, and the condition that he sets.
Gospel Meetings ’22: “God sent His son to bless YOU!” (20 mins)
“God sent His Son to Bless You!” In this message, Gene Higgins seeks to impress these seven words on the minds of those in the meeting. Tracing sin’s entering into the world and the mark it left upon creation, Gene presents a clear and compelling case for why God sent His Son into this world, and how we can be blessed through having our sins forgiven.
Gospel Meetings ’22: “Christ died for our sins” (20 mins)
On the 56th anniversary of his conversion, Gene Higgins opens up the drive-in gospel meetings by simply proclaiming the truth that “Christ died for our sins”. Gene pleads with his audience to consider this message and how that Christ died for all, and urges his audience to put their faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.
“4 Things I Wish I Knew when I was Younger” (28 mins)
Gene Higgins preaches a succinct but incredibly practical message on 4 things he wish he knew when he was younger. Using the book of Proverbs as his springboard, Gene encourages and exhorts younger believers to grasp the following: People Matter Consistency Counts Time Never Stands Still Children Grow Up Too Quickly This message will repay careful and repeated listening, and may the truths that are presented be grasped and lived out in the everyday lives of God’s people.
A Throne Set Up (41 mins)
Scott Dunn explains to the audience the concept of a throne being set up in Israel. Particularly examining the books of 1 and 2 Samuel, he pays special attention to the way in which the books were constructed in order to preserve and safeguard the rights to the throne of Saul and David. Throughout, Scott Dunn gives helpful advice on studying historical accounts and outlines basic principles for interpreting the historical books of Scripture. He closes by drawing comparisons with…
The Lord’s Supper (50 mins)
Josh Jacob continues on from the previous weeks’ message and exposits the latter half of 1 Corinthians 11. Josh explains the Why, What, When Where and Who of the Lord’s Supper, giving a scriptural defence of the regularity of this assembly gathering, challenging his audience to grasp the truth of the Lord being present. Josh closes his message by briefly remarking on the scriptural truth of the “one cup”, and offers a concise and clear explanation of its singularity and…
1 Corinthians 11:1-16 – Headship (45mins)
Jonathan Black preaches a clear ‘back-to-basics’ message on the key assembly principles of Headship, as found in 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 – expounding the chapter to teach what the Bible says about gender roles within the local assembly. Jonathan deals with many key truths in this passage, including; headship, head-coverings and gender specific meetings, treating them scripturally and sensitively. (Preached: 23rd June 2022)
He is Risen! (40 mins)
Peter Scarsbrook preaches an uplifting and encouraging message on the burial and resurrection of the Lord Jesus from the dead and its implications for the life of the believer.
David and Goliath (41 mins)
From the familiar narrative of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17, Tim Coltman draws out many practical and encouraging lessons for the modern Christian facing their own trials.
Psalm 62: The “Only” Psalm (35 mins)
James Cartwright preaches on the 5 solas, the 5 “onlys”, of Psalm 62 – God as the only rock, salvation, defense, glory and refuge of His people. With God alone as our Rock we have stability, as our Saviour we have salvation, as our Defense we have serenity, as our Glory we have satisfaction and as our Refuge we have shelter.
An Overview of Contemporary Spiritual Gifts (53 mins)
Dan Rudge preaches a comprehensive and challenging message on the subject of “contemporary spiritual gifts”. After introductory remarks distinguishing between revelatory, confirmatory and contemporary gifts, Dan Rudge gives insight into the 10 contemporary gifts in detail.
Exposition of Genesis 22 (50 mins)
Dan Rudge preaches from Genesis 22, highlighting the pictures of Gethsemane, Gabatha, Golgotha and the Garden as he works through the unique chapter.
The Person of John Mark (36 mins)
PART 1 – Nitish Patel, in the first of two weeks looking at John Mark, gives a brief biography of the gospel writer and examines his character.
The Gospel of Mark (39 mins)
PART 2 – In the second of two meetings on John Mark, Nitish Patel examines the uniqueness of the gospel of the servant written by the failed servant.