Sermons on Comfort (Page 2)

Sermons on Comfort (Page 2)

A God For Turbulent Times – Psalm 93

A God For Turbulent Times, Psalm 93 Psalm 93 – The Lord reigns, he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. 2 Your throne was established long ago; you are from all eternity. 3 The seas have lifted up, Lord,the seas have lifted up their voice; the seas have lifted up their pounding waves. 4 Mightier than the thunder of the great waters, mightier than…

Hard Hearts, Heavy Hearts and True Rest

Hard Hearts, Heavy Hearts and True Rest, Matthew’s Gospel, chapter 11, verses 20 to 30 Bible Reading, Matthew 11:28 20 Then he began to denounce the cities where most of his mighty works had been done, because they did not repent. 21 “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the mighty works done in you had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. 22 But I tell you, it will be…

A Song for All Seasons – When Things Fall Apart – Psalm 11

Welcome and Prayer O Lord, My Rock and My Redeemer Psalm 11 For the director of music. Of David. 1 In the Lord I take refuge.    How then can you say to me:    ‘Flee like a bird to your mountain.2 For look, the wicked bend their bows;    they set their arrows against the stringsto shoot from the shadows    at the upright in heart.3 When the foundations are being destroyed,    what can the righteous do?’ 4 The Lord is in his holy temple;    the Lord is on his heavenly throne.He observes…

Drawing Near to God

Drawing Near to God – Hebrews Chapter 10, Verses 19 to 25 Bible Reading – A call to persevere in faith 19 Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, 20 by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, 21 and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22 let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with…

God is … Unchanging

God is … Unchanging Bible Reading – Psalm 102 Unchangeable How could we trust a changeable, fickle God? 25 In the beginning you laid the foundations of the earth,     and the heavens are the work of your hands. 26 They will perish, but you remain;     they will all wear out like a garment. Like clothing you will change them     and they will be discarded. 27 But you remain the same,     and your years will never end. 28 The children of your servants will live…

God Is … Present Everywhere

Psalm 139, verses 1 to 12 You have searched me, Lord,and you know me.You know when I sit and when I rise;you perceive my thoughts from afar.You discern my going out and my lying down;you are familiar with all my ways.Before a word is on my tongueyou, Lord, know it completely.You hem me in behind and before,and you lay your hand upon me.Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,too lofty for me to attain.Where can I go from your Spirit?Where…

A SONG FOR ALL SEASONS – When I’m feeling joyful

If you only want the audio Bible message, please click on the play button above. Otherwise scroll down to find the Bible message video The kids’ spot – “Jesus and the Children” To download free colouring pages click on this link: https://econg.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Jesus-blesses-kids.pdf BIBLE READING – PSALM 100 BIBLE TALK – ‘WHEN I’M FEELING JoyFUL’ – PSALM 100 Talk outline 1. THE LORD IS GOD (Verses 1-4)  Make a joyful noise (Verse 1) Serve the Lord with gladness (Verse 2) Come before His…

A Song for All Seasons – When I’m Feeling Discouraged

When I’m Feeling Discouraged – Psalms 42 AND 43 BIBLE READING –   PsalmS 42 & 43  bible message from psalms 42 & 43 For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah. 1 As the deer pants for streams of water,    so my soul pants for you, my God.2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.    When can I go and meet with God?3 My tears have been my food    day and night,while people say to me all day long,    ‘Where…

Do not be afraid

If you just want the audio Bible message, please click on the play button above. Otherwise scroll down to follow the songs, readings, prayers as well as the Bible message. Welcome to our Easter Sunday service. Today is a significant occasion in the Christian calendar, and in the lives of all Christians. It is a joyful day as we celebrate the resurrection – the coming back to life – of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. As we begin our…

Come to Me.

Come to Me. Matthew’s Gospel, chapter 11, verses 25-30. Come to me, all you who are tired and are carrying heavy loads. I will give you rest. Become my servants and learn from me. I am gentle and free of pride. You will find rest for your souls. Serving me is easy, and my load is light. Matthew 11:28-30 Not all of Jesus’ words were comfortable. But these ones are comfortable. Jesus spoke these for all people who will listen.…

Approaching the New Year with God.

Approaching the new Year with God. Psalm 90, a Psalm of Moses. The setting is Moses in the wilderness, with all the troubles and losses he faced there. Depressed? No, for he knows God. The Eternal God: Psalm 90:1-2 “We are a moment, You are forever”. He never ages, He is outside of time. The Sovereign God: Psalm 90:3-6 He decides the lifetime of us all, yet is outside of time Himself. He decides all the affairs of this world.…