Sermons

The First Kings of Israel

This March, we’ll explore the beginnings of Israel’s kings in 1 Samuel through 1 Kings as part of our commitment to encountering the full breadth of Scripture. We’ll see some key turning points in this early part of Israel’s kingship, which also gives important historical context to prophets like Hosea and Habakkuk. It’s a timely series for our church’s own leadership transition, highlighting both good and flawed leadership, reminding us of God’s gracious care for His people, and pointing us to Jesus—the true and faithful King.

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  • Saul: Fear and Obedience
    • 17/3/25

    Saul: Fear and Obedience

    The second part in our series on the pivotal points around the first three kings of Israel.
    Saul as king was called to rule in obedience to the Lord, but let his fear of his men result in disobedience. Luke unpacks this 1 Samuel 15:7-26, where Saul is rejected by God as king, to help us consider how we can best live in obedience and avoid the lies, blaming and self justification that can lead us astray.

    This sermon includes a short Q & A afterwards.

  • God is in Control
    • 10/3/25

    God is in Control

    The first in our series looking at the first Kings of Israel. Luke points to the fact that God is capable of using our mistakes for his purposes as a reason to have hope.

    1 Samuel 8:1-22 is one such mistake, the people of Israel knowingly choose to reject their God and be like the other nations, despite this God will give them what they want, ultimately the world will receive its greatest king - Christ.

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