Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio

On Pentecost Sunday, Glenn encourages us to intentionally and purposefully pursue God, and to actively engage with the Holy Spirit as a conduit of our faith.

Sam encourages us to embrace sanctification, whilst warning against the pitfalls of addiction and stoicism, urging us to have a Christian mystic approach that finds spirituality both vital and energising.

Luke describes how his life has been marked and shaped by the power of God, and shares insights into how to engage with the Holy Spirit and not resist it.

Sam launches 21 days of prayer and fasting, by highlighting the importance of renewal and discouraging us from numbing ourselves with cynicism.

Sam challenges us to ask Jesus "what do you want?" and teaches us how to heal past wounds via the restoring power of God.

Sam teaches us how to practice resurrection through expectancy, community, teaching, worship, prayer and joy, and demonstrates how we can use these to stay in the "Easter Camp" moment.

Sam illustrates how Jesus' resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith, affirming his victory over death. As it offers us hope for eternal life, we are encouraged to celebrate it with joy.

Charlotte gives us an insight into the awkwardness and unexpectedness of Jesus on Palm Sunday and calls us to embrace humility.

In this talk, we explore the centrality of God's grace, demonstrated by Jesus's sacrificial death on the cross. Sam highlights the importance of humility and honesty in approaching God and the stunning grace available when we choose to "boldly approach the throne of grace".

Guest speaker David Pierce shares his personal testimony and encourages us to 'step out of the boat' and embrace the unknown, with a steadfast belief in the transformative power of Jesus Christ.

Steve shows from scripture and history that God is at work in the midst of darkness. He encourages us to pursue God's presence as a community.

Sam shares why he loves the church and the ways we can contribute to see it continue to flourish, via serving and giving.

Brian Heasley, International Prayer Director for 24-7 Prayer, encourages us to be persistent in prayer. Our "constantly" results in others "suddenly"!

Ryan shares on how community is central to our formation, and the invitation to be part of our communities at BVC

What does it look like to move beyond intention to a plan orienting our ordinary days to reflect our discipleship to Jesus? In this sermon, we explore how we change, and how a "rule of life", or rhythms of intention, can help us in our discipleship journey. The "rule of life" handout can be downloaded here https://bit.ly/3jkqeQp

Sam explores what the word "disciple" would have meant in the time of Jesus and how the church has created a discipleship culture throughout history. How can we take seriously this call to "follow" Jesus?

Sam begins the year outlining the vision of Bay Vineyard Church: to pursue the Presence of God personally and corporately, to be deeply formed as disciples of Jesus, and to selflessly live a missional lifestyle.

Sam, with help from the congregation, shares the story of Christmas!

Luke Buxton shares on the hope we have because God has come among us!

Sam shares three ways that the season of Advent and the incarnation of God give us peace that we can experience here and now!