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Realising Your Potential - Candidates' Sunday

May 03, 2020 17:56 - 16 minutes - 7.86 MB

In this sermon for Salvation Army Candidates Sunday, we ask the question, Are you where you ought to be? Like Moses, is God asking you to give up your means for making a living to realise your full potential in full time ministry as an officer in The...

Realising Your Potential - Special Occasions

May 03, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 7.71 MB

In this sermon for Salvation Army Candidates Sunday, we ask the question, Are you where you ought to be? Like Moses, is God asking you to give up your means for making a living to realise your full potential in full time ministry as an officer in The...

Session 1 | God Wants Us to be Holy - Holiness Unwrapped

April 30, 2020 17:57 - 16 minutes - 7.56 MB

As we begin this five-part small group study, we ask ourselves, What is holiness? What does it mean and how do we get it?

Jesus Drops In - Beyond Easter

April 26, 2020 17:57 - 9 minutes - 4.72 MB

This sermon on the Emmaus Road experience that two of his disciples had with the resurrected Jesus reminds us that it is his presence that makes our hearts burn within us.

The Truth Will Out - Beyond Easter

April 19, 2020 17:58 - 18 minutes - 8.87 MB

This sermon on Thomas the Doubter from John 20 encourages us that when trying to make sense of things that make no sense, only the presence of the risen Jesus can bring the peace we need.

Easter Sunday | Hope in the Dark - Easter 2020: Death to Life

April 12, 2020 17:58 - 14 minutes - 6.87 MB

An Easter Sunday sermon that reminds us that the hope Jesus' resurrection brought Mary Magdalene and Peter and John came to them while it was still dark. Because Jesus lives, hope exists! Hallelujah!

Conquered by Darkness? - Easter 2020: Death to Life

April 10, 2020 17:58 - 14 minutes - 6.92 MB

In this sermon about the darkness of Good Friday, we explore the sense that the darkness even falls on the Light of the World. Death and darkness seems to conquer him so that he - and we - can have the ultimate victory.

Who is This? - Easter 2020: Death to Life

April 05, 2020 17:59 - 13 minutes - 6.59 MB

This Palm Sunday sermon around the crowd's question, "Who is this?" challenges us that we all need to decide the answer to that question. Was Jesus a madman, a fraud, or the Son of God? Our answer will determine our destiny.

Worrying is Unnecessary - Quarantine Worship

March 29, 2020 17:59 - 5 minutes - 2.75 MB

A shorter Bible message on Jesus' teaching on worry in Matthew 6 as we live through the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis. This message is part of our online streaming worship held during the restrictions on public gathering for worship in 2020. You can...

Don't Worry - Remember What God Has Done - Quarantine Worship

March 22, 2020 18:59 - 9 minutes - 4.61 MB

A shorter Bible message encouraging us to remember what God has done as we live through the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis. This message is part of our online streaming worship held during the restrictions on public gathering for worship in 2020. You...

We Need Jesus - Standalone Sermons

March 15, 2020 18:59 - 21 minutes - 10 MB

In this sermon, corps member Norman Gale reminds us we all need Jesus.

Basingstoke Corps' Story - Story Tellers

March 08, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MB

This sermon that details the persecution and violence early day Salvationists faced in the riots of Basingstoke 1880-1883, challenges us to put on the full armour of God and not to retreat from the spiritual warfare of today.

Step Away from the Clickbait! - Fundamentals

March 08, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 14.1 MB

Using clickbait as an analogy, this sermon reminds us of Jesus' example to help us resist temptation.

The Salvation Army's Story - Story Tellers

March 01, 2020 19:04 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

This Salvation Army sermon on our early days challenges us to pour ourselves out in acts of service, especially to the poor and marginalised of our society.

Love's Sacrifice - Self-Denial Missionary Appeal Sunday

March 01, 2020 19:02 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MB

This sermon about self denial, based on the woman and the alabaster jar, encourages us that a sacrificial gift is of great value to Jesus.

Love's Sacrifice - Special Occasions

March 01, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

This sermon about self denial, based on the woman and the alabaster jar, encourages us that a sacrificial gift is of great value to Jesus.

Put Your Armour On - Young People's Annual Prizegiving Sunday

February 23, 2020 19:05 - 11 minutes - 5.57 MB

This children's sermon focuses on the armour of God, reminding us that just as we protect ourselves when we go cycling or skateboarding, we also need to protect ourselves by obeying what God says is right.

I Can Do Anything - Young People's Annual Prizegiving Sunday

February 23, 2020 19:04 - 18 minutes - 8.65 MB

This children's sermon on God's power uses God's commissioning of Jeremiah to remind us all we can do anything in God's power, whatever age we are.

I Can Do Anything - Special Occasions

February 23, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

This children's sermon on God's power uses God's commissioning of Jeremiah to remind us all we can do anything in God's power, whatever age we are.

Put Your Armour On - Special Occasions

February 23, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

This children's sermon focuses on the armour of God, reminding us that just as we protect ourselves when we go cycling or skateboarding, we also need to protect ourselves by obeying what God says is right.

God's Story - Story Tellers

February 16, 2020 19:07 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MB

This sermon from John 3:16 reminds of God's story, which motivates us to tell it out and more importantly, live it out day by day. (Apologies for the really poor audio quality. We are getting used to a new system. Normal service will be resumed next...

Deep Love - Infinitely More

February 16, 2020 19:06 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MB

This sermon encourages us to keep singing to God in the dungeons of our lives, as we look at the example of Paul and Silas in Acts 16. (Apologies for the audio quality - we are getting used to a new system. Normal service will be resumed next week!)

Light and Life - Corps Anniversary

February 09, 2020 19:08 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB

In this sermon about Jesus' declaration that he is the light of the world, Commissioner Gill Cotterill encourages us to find his light, even in the darkest times. (Apologies for the lack of video on this episode; the camera failed).

Go Back to the Old Wells - Corps Anniversary

February 09, 2020 19:07 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MB

This sermon on Going Back to the Old Wells by Commissioner Anthony Cotterill, reminds us to return to the source of our spiritual power in Christ Jesus, both as individuals and as The Salvation Army.

Go Back to the Old Wells - Special Occasions

February 09, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

This sermon on Going Back to the Old Wells by Commissioner Anthony Cotterill, reminds us to return to the source of our spiritual power in Christ Jesus, both as individuals and as The Salvation Army.

Light and Life - Special Occasions

February 09, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

In this sermon about Jesus' declaration that he is the light of the world, Commissioner Gill Cotterill encourages us to find his light, even in the darkest times. (Apologies for the lack of video on this episode; the camera failed).

Spacious Love - Infinitely More

January 26, 2020 19:09 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

This sermon on Jesus' encounter with the woman at the well shows us that sometimes, God's grace can be shocking to us.

It's Time to Change the World! - Disturb the Present

January 19, 2020 19:09 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MB

As this Salvation Army sermon suggests, The Salvation Army's mission is to win the world for Jesus, fulfilling the Great Commission.

Everlasting Love - Infinitely More

January 19, 2020 19:09 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

This sermon on Moses's burning bush experience, encourages us to learn gratitude in order to seek for the God who reveals his love to us every day.

It's Time to Change Our Corps - Disturb the Present

January 12, 2020 19:10 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

In this sermon on The Salvation Army's mission, Salvationists are challenged to ensure their spiritual gifts, skills and talents are mission focused.

Infinitely More - Infinitely More

January 12, 2020 10:17 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MB

In this Commitment Sunday sermon, we are challenged to ensure we are focused on godly things rather than on earthly, material and immaterial concerns.

Earth, Wind and Fire! - Single Sermons

January 05, 2020 19:11 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

This sermon on baptism of the Holy Spirit examines Jesus' baptism, encouraging us to ensure we are powered by the unending power of the Holy Spirit.

Earth, Wind and Fire! - Standalone Sermons

January 05, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

This sermon on baptism of the Holy Spirit examines Jesus' baptism, encouraging us to ensure we are powered by the unending power of the Holy Spirit.

It's Time to Change Ourselves - Disturb the Present

January 05, 2020 10:12 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

In this sermon from Luke 10, on Jesus' story of the good Samaritan, we are challenged that our love for God is evidenced in our kindness towards everyone.

Jesus Came to Fight - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 25, 2019 19:12 - 17 minutes - 8.07 MB

In this sermon for Christmas Day, we are challenged that Jesus is sovereign over the earth and over our lives. Do we choose to submit to him?

The Gift of Shepherd Joy - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 22, 2019 19:12 - 13 minutes - 6.06 MB

In this sermon for our Christmas Carol Service, we are encouraged to discover joy through God's gift of Christmas once again this year.

Focusing on Others - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 15, 2019 19:12 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MB

This Christmas sermon about forgiveness, reminds us that we can practice humility this Christmas time by having the same attitude as Jesus.

Free to be Generous - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 08, 2019 19:13 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

This Christmas sermon on generosity reminds us to have a heart of generosity towards others this Christmas time and beyond.

From Christmas Hate to Christmas Love - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 08, 2019 19:13 - 7 minutes - 3.53 MB

This short sermon following a showing of the 2000 film, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, reminds us we have no reason to fear the love of God this Christmas.

Finding True Contentment - An Upside-Down Christmas

December 01, 2019 19:13 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MB

In this sermon on finding contentment at Christmas, we are challenged to find our strength in Christ, whatever circumstances we face.

Give Thanks! - Single Sermons

November 24, 2019 19:14 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MB

This sermon about thanksgiving to God reminds us, as we head towards the end of the year, that we have much to thank God for, and should do so publicly.

Never Before, Never Again! - Thank God!

November 24, 2019 19:14 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MB

In this once and for all sermon, we are reminded Jesus' saving work on the cross was once and for all. The letter to the Hebrews encourages a response.

I Want to Live Like Christ - I Will Follow Him

November 17, 2019 19:15 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MB

In this sermon about walking the talk, we are challenged to ensure we are living our lives as Jesus did. That's the acid test of discipleship.

Enough is Enough - Thank God!

November 17, 2019 19:15 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MB

This sermon on the widow's mite reminds us that as the Christmas season approaches, we have many blessings we can be grateful for.

The Challenge of Peace - Remembrance Sunday

November 10, 2019 19:15 - 19 minutes - 9.26 MB

In this sermon for Remembrance Sunday, we are challenged to be peacemakers by practising fairness and justice in a world of conflict.

Be a Disciple of Jesus - I Will Follow Him

November 03, 2019 19:15 - 24 minutes - 11 MB

In this sermon on authentic Christianity, we are challenged to allow God to prune us so that more and more of his Son, Jesus Christ, is seen in us.

Say It Again, Sam! - Thank God!

November 03, 2019 19:15 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this sermon about God's faithfulness, we are reminded that God's loving-kindness is real, even when we face the most difficult circumstances.

A Concrete, Practical Holiness - I Will Follow Him

October 27, 2019 19:17 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this sermon on practical holiness, we are reminded that Jesus calls The Salvation Army lives out its holiness in radical but concrete, practical ways.

Jesus: Our Great High Priest - Undivided Attention

October 27, 2019 19:16 - 22 minutes - 10.5 MB

In this sermon on Jesus, the great High Priest, we are reminded that Jesus opens up the possibility of a personal relationship with the God of the universe.

Combating the Weapons of Mass Distraction - Undivided Attention

October 20, 2019 18:17 - 35 minutes - 16 MB

In this sermon about distraction, we are challenged by God's response to Job, to do the deep work of knowing who we are in relation to God.