Sermons from Aberdeen Christian Fellowship
827 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe are an evangelical church associated with the Baptist Union of Scotland and situated in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. Our worship services, fellowship opportunities, outreach programmes and courses to aid lifelong maturity are driven by our central passion: to make, mature and mobilise followers of Jesus Christ from the whole city.
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Why Should I Live For Christ? - Iain Gillespie
August 16, 2009 23:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MBIain introduces a new topic concerning Christ and his cross. He shows how the love of Christ shown on the cross should constrain us to live well for Him.
Social Holiness
August 09, 2009 23:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBAs part of the 'Foundations' series, Vijay looks specifically at the subject of holiness and the Christian Life. God calls his disciples to social holiness expressed in a commitment to seeing his justice and goodness established on earth. When the Son of God became man, he gave up his privilege and advantage as God and announced that the Kingdom of God had come. We, as disciples of Jesus, must similarly be willing to let go of privilege and advantage to see God's justice and goodness extended...
WHY? - Job Part 5 - James MacKenzie
August 02, 2009 20:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBWe come to the end of the life of Job and discover that he lived happily ever after (well, sort of). In addition to getting a new perspective on God and himself, Job experiences new relationships, new prosperity, and a new lease of life.
Personal Holiness
July 26, 2009 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBContinuing the 'Foundation' series. Vijay looks at how the outworking of our relationship with God results in our personal holiness. This morning's mediation is from Philippians 2.3-4. Vijay explains that a believer's personal holiness is expressed when all their conversation and conduct demonstrates concern and consideration for others.
Jonah for Grown-ups: a story of God's outrageous grace - Part 3
July 12, 2009 23:30 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBDo difficult experiences always change us? Some would argue that they do, but whether this change is for better or worse depends on how we respond. The prophet Jonah found himself in a hard, dark place. Find out how he responded to his unpleasant circumstances by tuning in to part three of Florence's latest message on Jonah for Grown-ups: a story of God's outrageous grace.
The Christian Life: Call to Holiness
July 05, 2009 23:30 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBVijay continues the 'Foundation' series this morning looking at the ninth foundational block, the Christian Life. The disciple of Jesus is called to be holy just as God is holy. In today's sermon, Vijay looks at the OT roots of holiness. The lesson we learn from God's call to Israel is that holiness is an outworking of the believer's relationship with a Holy God. This relationship produces in us holiness both in personal conduct and the way we relate to a wider world.
Seeing God In Our Lives - Iain Gillespie
June 21, 2009 20:30 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBIain concludes his series about seeing God by looking at Isaiah ch6. In this chapter he talks about the practical aspects of ensuring God is being seen in our lives.
Baby Dedication - Eyes Fixed on Jesus Sermon
June 14, 2009 23:30 - 21 minutes - 9.9 MBFollowing the dedication of two babies this morning, Vijay preaches from Hebrews 12.2. He reminds us that faith emerges and matures in a person as they keep the of their lives focus fixed on Jesus.
Baptism Testimonies & Abundant Life Sermon
June 07, 2009 16:38 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBFollowing the testimony of several folk who are baptised this morning, Vijay preaches from John 10:10. He explains that our first impulse is to make sense of the world we are born into. Like sheep we seek to be guided into understanding the world. The claim of the Christian faith is that life will never make sense to us until we relate positively to God. We come to that relationship by following Jesus, the giver of abundant life.
WHY? - Job part 4 - James
May 31, 2009 16:35 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBJob had asked God many questions but, instead of answering them, God questions Job. The end result is that, while Job doesn't have his questions answered, he meets God in a new way.
Confession: Knowing God's Forgiveness and Healing
May 24, 2009 16:34 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBIn this sermon, Vijay continues with his 'foundation' series looking at the spiritual discipline of confession. He explains that in confession we admit our deepest failures, weakness and sins to God and to trusted individuals in the Body of Christ. The purpose of this regular discipline is that we might experience God's grace, forgiveness and healing.
Walk the Talk - Colin 17th May 09
May 17, 2009 16:32 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBWith the world about us in meltdown at the public scandals and dishonesty that are so evident, Christians must hold true to Jesus' claim that we must be salt and light in the world.
Prayer: Conversation with God
May 10, 2009 21:00 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBAs part of the 'Foundation' series, Vijay speaks about prayer in this sermon. He explains that prayer is conversation with God, the result of which brings transformation to us and the world around us.
Jonah for Grown-ups: a story of God's outrageous grace - part 2
May 03, 2009 21:30 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBAre you currently on the run from God? Do you prefer to go your own way rather than His? Then watch out! Like Jonah, you could find yourself immersed in a storm of your own making which has far-reaching consequences, not only for you, but for other people. Tune in to the second part of Florence's message, Jonah for Grown-ups: a story of God's outrageous grace.
Reading Our Life in Light of God's Story
April 26, 2009 23:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBContinuing the 'foundation' series, Pastor Vijay looks at Bible Study as a Spiritual Discipline. Bible Study is that discipline of the spiritual life where the follower of Jesus intentionally engages the mind and heart with Scripture in such a way that allows Scripture to form and transform them.
Easter Message: Resisting the Risen Saviour
April 12, 2009 23:00 - 13 minutes - 6.28 MBIn this short all-age Easter sermon, Pastor Vijay outlines some of the ways people responded to the risen Jesus. Like today many believe and many struggle to believe. But, the invitation to trust him remains the same today as it about 2000 years ago.
Suffering of Christ - Iain Gillespie
April 05, 2009 22:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBIain continues his series in Isaiah - this week focusing on Isaiah 53 and the suffering of Christ.
Robert Smith 29th March 2009
March 29, 2009 23:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBSunday 29th March - Robert Smith
Spiritual Disciplines: Between Legalism and License
March 22, 2009 20:22 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBChristian maturity comes from following the balanced course of the spiritual disciplines. The 2 dangers that threaten to destroy the spiritual life are legalism and license. The path of the disciplines seeks to avoid both in the strength of the Holy Spirit.
We Want To See Jesus - Iain Gillespie
March 15, 2009 17:40 - 34 minutes - 16 MBIan starts a new series - this week focussing on Isaiah Chapter 1
Communion: Remembering the Work of Christ
March 08, 2009 16:55 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBPastor Vijay explains the central significance of the second ordinance, Communion. Communion is the rite of the Church by which we remember the significance of what Jesus did on the cross for the world. It is a reminder that one day we will see him again.Pastor Vijay explains the central significance of the second ordinance, Communion. Communion is the rite of the Church by which we remember the significance of what Jesus did on the cross for the world. It is a reminder that one day we will s...
Jonah for Grown ups: a story of God's outrageous grace.
March 01, 2009 17:58 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBEver feel like doing your own thing and going your own way, even though this conflicts with God's purpose for you? If so, you're not alone. One of God's servants, the prophet Jonah, shows us that running from God is the worst thing you can do. Even when things appear to be going well, Jonah's experiences let us know that favourable circumstances do not necessarily mean you are living right. Tune in for the first part of Florence's new series - Jonah for Grown-ups: a story of God's outrag...
Practice - Worship seminar 25.02.09
February 25, 2009 16:57 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBVijay's seminar on 'Practice'
WHY? Job part 2: With friends like these...
February 22, 2009 19:41 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBJames continues his series on the life of Job. Job's three friends came to comfort him and they did well - until they opened their mouths.
Taking Holy Risks - Vijay 19.02.09
February 15, 2009 09:33 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBMarking our first year of planned giving towards the building project, Vijay preaches from Deuteronomy 1.6-7: 'you have remained on this mountain long enough, now resume the journey'. He reminds us that the call to discipleship is a call to be willing to take holy risks for God. Faith is an invitation to abandon our need for certainty. It is an invitation to trust God in the absence of such certainty. Stepping out of our comfort zones always seems risky. But, the truth is that our unwillingn...
Employment - Colin 08.02.09
February 08, 2009 07:03 - 34 minutes - 16 MBColin takes a Christian perspective on the subject of employment - how should we approach our work, whether it is paid work or time spent on God's work
Revival - Iain Gillespie 01.02.09
February 01, 2009 06:57 - 48 minutes - 22.4 MBIan continues his series on revival, looking this week at the life of Solomon
Worship Seminar - Part 2, Martin Clarke 28 Jan 2009
January 28, 2009 22:28 - 52 minutes - 24 MBMartin's second worship seminar
Every Picture tells a story - Florence - 25.01.09
January 25, 2009 17:55 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MBEver thought failure was final? Think again! When one of Jesus' disciples turned back to his Lord after messing up, Jesus restored him to a position greater than he'd ever known. Tune in to this week's message on Peter: a picture of restoration.
24x7 Worship - Martin Clarke 21 Jan 2009
January 21, 2009 22:23 - 56 minutes - 25.7 MBMartin from Souled Out delivered a powerful and massively relevant seminar on 24x7 worship- this was part 1 of a 2-part series
Richard - 18th Jan 2009
January 19, 2009 01:05 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBRichard makes a welcome return to the preaching team. His sermon follows his recent trip to India with the mission team.
Why? - A study in the life of Job - James 11.05.09
January 11, 2009 18:16 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBJames begins a new series, "Why?", on the life of Job. In the first message, we learn some important lessons on how to deal with life's tough circumstances by looking at how Job responded when his world fell apart.
4 Surprises in the First Christmas
December 21, 2008 11:19 - 13 minutes - 6.22 MBThe story of Christmas for Joseph is a story of 4 surprises. The first is some devastating news of Mary, his fiance's pregnancy. The second, is a strange angelic visitor with a message from God. The third, is a remarkable message that Mary's child is conceived by God and he will save the world from their sins. The fourth surprise is the most staggering of all - that the birth of Jesus shows that God is Immanuel, God with us - a God who is commited to the world in love. He is not far from us, ...
Putting Christ back into Christmas - Colin 21.12.08
December 21, 2008 11:16 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBChristians have an incredible message of hope in a broken and hurting world. There is no embarrassment that Jesus is the reason for Christmas. And his message is the only hope for the world today.
Christmas Past, Present and Future - James
December 14, 2008 18:41 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBJames delivers a Christmas message
Martha - a picture of busyness - Florence 07.12.08
December 07, 2008 18:38 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBHow would you like some biblical perspective on your busy life? Martha of Bethany was a busy person but, although her busyness was out of necessity, it was also out of control and out of order. Pick up some practical tips when you listen in to this week's message on Martha: a picture of busyness.
Ian Gillespie 30th Nov 2008
November 30, 2008 18:36 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBIan shares God's word with us using 1 Samuel 13.
Psalm 23 - Ian Gillespie 23.11.08
November 23, 2008 21:37 - 36 minutes - 16.5 MBIan speaks about the glory of God using Psalm 23
Testimony - Pete 16th Nov 2008
November 16, 2008 22:48 - 17 minutes - 7.85 MBPete Henderson's testimony
The God Who Works All Things for Good, Vijay 6th Nov 2008
November 16, 2008 22:47 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBFollowing on from Pete Henderson's testimony this morning, Vijay highlights lessons learned from the life of Joseph. In all things (our commendations & betrayals, memorable & unmemorable moments, triumphs & tragedies), God works to bring about good in the lives of his children.
The Crazy Claims of Christ - Concluded, James 9th Nov 2008
November 09, 2008 17:22 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBJames concludes his series on "The Crazy Claims of Christ". Moving from John's gospel to Revelation, we listen to the words of the glorified Jesus Christ as He underlines these great claims. If you enjoyed this podcast, we'd be grateful if you would consider supporting us Please visit our website
Baptism the Sign of the New Covenant - Vijay 2nd November 2008
November 02, 2008 17:46 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBContinuing the 'Foundations' series, Vijay now focuses on the two ordinances of the Church. He looks at Christian Baptism this morning. Baptism is the sign and symbol that a person has come to faith in God through Christ Jesus and is now part of God's New Covenant community, the church. If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider Supporting us Visit our website www.aberdeencf.com
Zacchaeus: a picture of a new beginning - Florence 26th Oct 2008
October 26, 2008 18:04 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBTired of past failures? Looking for a better tomorrow? Tune in to Zacchaeus: a picture of a new beginning and discover the importance of recognition, response and restitution when he came face to face with Jesus Christ. Oh, and you'll come across repentance and faith there as well... If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider Supporting us Visit our website www.aberdeencf.com
Faith Facing Fire - Vijay 19th Oct 2008
October 19, 2008 20:36 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this sermon, Vijay continues the 'Foundations' of faith series with a look at Daniel 3. Trials and difficulties test the resilience of faith. The call to discipleship is a call to follow Christ whatever the circumstance: mountaintops, valleys or just plateaus.
The Crazy Claims of Christ - James 12th Oct 2008
October 12, 2008 17:39 - 46 minutes - 21.5 MBJesus is the vine and we are the branches. We're supposed to bear fruit, but what is it, how do we bear it, and why should we do it? If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider Supporting us Visit our website www.aberdeencf.com
5th Oct 2008 Mary of Nazareth - a picture of purpose
October 05, 2008 07:31 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBPurpose - many of us are looking for it, but how do we find it? Perhaps Mary, the mother of Jesus, has some things to teach us... If you liked this podcast, please consider supporting us Visit us at http://www.aberdeencf.com
A Message of encouragement - Colin 21st Sep 2008
September 21, 2008 15:47 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBWe sometimes don't spend enough time telling each other about what God has done for us If you liked this podcast, please consider supporting us Visit us at http://www.aberdeencf.com
Back to School with God - Andy Bathgate 31st Aug 2008
August 31, 2008 14:50 - 17 minutes - 7.84 MBAndy Bathgate, Chief Executive of Scripture Union Scotland joins us as part of the 'Back to School with God' initiative If you liked this podcast, please consider supporting us Visit us at http://www.aberdeencf.com
Connecting with the community - James Duce 24th Aug 2008
August 24, 2008 20:28 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBJames Duce presents a challenge to the church If you liked this podcast, please consider supporting us Visit us at http://www.aberdeencf.com
Step-Out team - end of week service
August 17, 2008 13:30 - 12 minutes - 5.77 MBThe Baptist Union of Scotland's Step-Out team spent the week with us running a programme of kids' activities - after a very successful week they ended by taking this morning's service If you liked this podcast, please consider supporting us Visit us at http://www.aberdeencf.com