West Mersea Free Church

Romans 8:28

Preacher Miles Mitson speaks this week about Romans 8:28, which has been described as "the most unbelievable verse in the Bible". It is written that in all things, God works for good - and that even when we are hurt, the hurt is for God's good. Listen to Miles explain how God makes all things good, and understand what Romans 8:28 actually means. You can read the entire passage (Romans 8:28-32) on BibleGateway. 28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, ...

Don’t you know me?

Andrew French speaks about coming to find and know Jesus through answering two questions from John 14. We don't know where Heaven is, so how can we know the way? Thomas asks Jesus this question in John 14:5, and what Jesus answers Thomas with an explanation of how to reach our Father in Heaven. 5 Thomas said to him, 'Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?' Don't you know me? How well do we know Jesus? Have we stopped trying to learn more? God continues to reac...

Hmmm: The Bible

Week 10 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' series is titled The Bible. Colin presents his findings from the 66 books of the Bible written over 1,500 years. From God to Us, the Bible is True, Reliable and Inspired. In the supporting presentation, major archaeological finds supporting the existence and accuracy of the Bible are documented - including the answers to critics' claims. Is the Bible the same as what was originally written? Listen to Colin explain why the Bible hasn't been cha...

Abraham: Father of Faith

We are visited this week by our regional minister, Rev. Simon Goddard. The sermon looks at what it takes to become a 'father (or mother) of faith'. Having faith should contain an element of risk: Reality Checkpoint Imagining the Inheritance Saying 'Yes' to God Kingdom Coming As part of the sermon, Simon uses a short presentation containing key words and images, available to view or download below.

Prayers for Manchester

After the appalling events in Manchester on Monday, we held a time of prayer and remembrance during our service on Sunday as part of our all-age worship. During this time of prayer, candles representing each of the victims who died in the attack were lit. Accompanying our prayers, the song 'Some Day' by Michael W. Smith was played, with the lyric 'set the children free' - we, as God's people, are devastated. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-9enTTaaG8

Potential

In our all-age service celebrating the dedication of a child into the church community, Rob looks at the potential in each of us to serve the Lord. Prior to the sermon, we also spent a short time remembering and praying for the people involved in the Manchester attack, which you can listen to by clicking here. Watch the Clips: See Judy being judged in Zootropolis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEj5qwsDn3o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8hYj0ROMo4

Hmmm: LGBTQ?

Coming towards the end of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series, Jen leads the church in looking at the Bible and its' views on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) people and personalities - particularly focusing on attitudes towards homosexuality. You may also be interested in other sermons from this series, which you can find by clicking here. Topics we've covered so far include Salvation, Science and Other Religions.

Hmmm: Salvation (Week 3)

Week 8 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series, and the third and final week of the mini-series on Salvation. This week Rob looks at the idea of predestination and salvation, answering three questions asked by the congregation in a concise but thorough manner. What is predestination? What about those who have never heard? Can I lose my salvation? As part of the sermon, there was a short clip from the film The Adjustment Bureau (2011), looking at the idea of being predesti...

Jesus & the Catch of Fish

May's all-age service offers an opportunity to reflect on our commitment to God. Are we trusting enough to change the direction of our lives for His calling? Watch the Bible Story - 'Cast Your Nets' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs66f4NXxy8 You can also respond to today's sermon by considering what God is asking of you, whilst listening to this song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsjZ94K7UQs

Hmmm: Salvation (Week 2)

For week 7 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series, Rob Hughes continues the Salvation mini-series. The service answers the question 'How did Jesus' sacrifice save me?' through clips and readings, offering a fresh perspective on how Christ saved us. To listen to the other services in the Salvation mini-series, click here. During the sermon there are a few short clips: Clip 1: Les Miserables - Grace. Where the church priest 'saves' the criminal. Clip 2: Sacrifice and Atonement ...

Hmmm: Salvation (Week 1)

During week 6 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series, Rob Hughes starts the 3-week topic on Salvation. The service builds from 'What is Salvation?' to 'How can I be saved?' through passages, prayer, and short clips that show how our relationship with God leads to salvation. To continue listening to the mini-series on Salvation, click here. During the sermon, there are a few short clips and a quick presentation: Clip 1: A short snippet of Blackadder Goes Forth - is praying like...

Good Friday

Following Jesus' crucifixion through readings, worship and prayer, the Good Friday service is lead by Rob Hughes. Readings from the service are listen in order below: Isaiah 53:1-10 Luke 22:14-23 (The Last Supper) Mark 14:32-36 (Gethsemane) Luke 22:47-51 (Jesus' Arrest) Luke 22:66 - Luke 23:1 & Luke 23:13-25 (Jesus' Trial) Luke 23:33-43 (Jesus' Crucifixion) Luke 23:44-49 (It is Finished) Alongside the readings and sermon, there were two short clips that help tell the story of...

Palm Sunday

Beginning the build-up to Easter, Melissa Castle preaches on Palm Sunday, where Jesus was welcomed to Jerusalem. You can also listen to more of our sermons from Easter 2017 by clicking here.

Hmmm: Suffering?

Week 5 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series, where this week Rob Hughes looks at why God allows suffering. The sermon builds from a short clip where Stephen Fry is interviewed for the show 'The Meaning Of Life', where he shares his views on Atheism. Listen to the sermon, and hear the answer to the question: "Why does God allow suffering?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-suvkwNYSQo Rob's sermon also ended by listening to a short song on the same theme: "Trust in You" by Laur...

Hmmm: Science?

Week 4 of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' sermon series. Peter Grinham looks at the relationship between God and science, asking the question: "Has science made God redundant?"

Hmmm: Politics?

Week three of the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' series for 2017. This service focuses on the role of Christianity in Politics. What do you think of when you hear the word 'politics'? Should Christians be involved in politics? What annoys you most about politics? What do you think of politicians? The sermon also brings ties together serving politicians through interviews and a few videos, which can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEXazfLhPgw https://vimeo.com/10291...

Armour of God

A service on the Armour of God as part of the series of All-Age services held on the first Sunday of the month in 2017.

Hmmm: Two Testaments – One God?

The second sermon from the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' series for 2017. This service answers the question: "Is the God in the old testament the same as in the new?"

Hmmm: Other Religions?

The first sermon from the Things That Make You Go 'Hmmm' series for 2017. This service focuses on the topic of Christianity and Other Religions, mostly comparing God's representation in Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism.

‘New’ – Baptism Service

Service accompanying the baptisms of Ben, Nic and Hayley.

New Year – Promises

This service looks at comparing our promises with the promises of God.

Christmas – Outcast

The third instalment in the 2016 Advent series: Who Do You Think You Are?: Outcast Held on the weekend of the annual Christmas Tree Festival, the sermon looks at Jesus as an outcast.

Proverbs (06/11/16)

All-Age service by Rob Hughes based on Zootropolis and a quote by William Carey. Expect great things from God, attempt great things for God. William Carey (1761-1834) Zootropolis - Official UK Trailer Song Response - Control (Tenth Avenue North)

Special Anniversary Service

A talk & sermon by Tim Abbott, Director/CEO at Christian Youth Outreach in Colchester (cyocolchester.org.uk), for the Church Anniversary Service celebrating 211 years of the Free Church on Mersea (opened for worship on Tuesday, 1st October 1805). If you would like to read more about our church history, please visit our church history page.

Sermon

Sermon by Jen Hughes.

Letters of Peter (2)

Sermon

Sermon by guest preacher, Rev. Brian Snelling.

Sermon – Church Anniversary

Sermon by Rev. John Pantry to commemorate the 2015 church anniversary.