Parkhurst Community Church

In this sermon, Doug unpacks the progression of Achan's sin against God and explains how our sin leads to consequences that effect our relationships and community, but we do not need to live in condemnation but allow conviction lead us to repentance, restoring our relationship with God and others.

This Easter Sunday sermon emphasises that the resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in history because it provides a tangible, historical foundation for faith and therefore total forgiveness for sin and liberation from shame. 

In this Good Friday sermon, Dave focuses on justification, which is defined as being made right with God and having all guilt removed through the death of Jesus. He outlines how Jesus' work on the cross provides a "justifying grace" that reconciles sinners to God, offering permanent peace, access, and hope regardless of life's afflictions.

In this passage of Joshua, Doug looks at the account of Jericho, which reveals a God who fights spiritual battles on behalf of those who follow Him in dependent obedience and offers grace to the unlikely.

In this sermon, guest preacher, Greg Tait, emphasises that we must adopt the humble posture of stewards and "best men" to the Groom, Jesus Christ. He encourages us to view ourselves not as comfortable settlers, but as pioneering kingdom agents whose primary purpose is to see Christ increase in our city.

In this sermon, Doug looks at the Israelites' circumcision at Gilgal as a necessary act to "roll away" the shame of their Egyptian past. By embracing this vulnerability, they demonstrated trust in God’s protection and established an identity defined by His grace rather than their past failures.

In this sermon, guest speaker, Stephen Jack, explores Jesus' baptism as a humble act of total submission  to the Father and identification with humanity that invites believers into a life of obedience and the communal joy of the Trinity.

In this sermon, Dave explores the vital Christian discipline of actively remembering God’s past faithfulness to anchor our current identity and protect against spiritual drift. He emphasises that looking back at God's grace is the essential key to moving forward in spiritual growth and providing a testimony to future generations.

In this message, Doug unpacks Joshua 3 and how it applies to us today, particularly focusing on the presence of God with us and the call to faith-filled obedience.

In this sermon, Dave unpacks how Joshua 2 describes biblical faith, leading us to become more spiritually whole-hearted, active and Christ-centred.

In this sermon, Doug kicks off our series in the book of Joshua. As he unpacks the first chapter, we are encouraged to remember God's promises and presence to be with us as we follow him.

In this message, Doug unpacks the foolishness of building our lives around money, why we often feel anxious about our finances, and how the Gospel of Jesus tells a more compelling way to live.

In this sermon, Doug discusses how God’s plan for our lives is to relentlessly transform our character to conform us to the image of Jesus Christ. He does this through intentional spiritual priorities and often trials.

In this sermon Doug encourages us to a New Year "soul audit," challenging us to prioritise spiritual health over modern distractions by establishing intentional rhythms that tether our hearts to God's presence.

In this sermon Dave looks at Simeon’s encounter with Jesus as a baby, this sermon celebrates that God has fulfilled His promise to be with us, providing a salvation that brings peace in the present and hope for His final return.

In this sermon, Dave looks at the profound arrival of Jesus, emphasising how the King of the universe humbled Himself to take on human form and die for us, forever changing human history and our relationship with God.

This sermon explores the promise of the "Servant King" in Isaiah, showing how Jesus brings perfect justice to the world while remaining infinitely gentle and approachable to those who are weak and broken.

This sermon, the start of an Advent series,God With Us, establishes our need for God's presence and celebrates Jesus Christ as the saving Immanuel who brings forgiveness and reconciliation with the Father.

Examining Paul's final words in Colossians, Dave explains why Paul's authentic appreciation for friends is the heart of ministry, he then outlines five practical fundamentals for effective gospel work.

The foundational truth of evangelism is that everyone is already a natural evangelist, driven by a passion they want others to share; Doug unpacks this reality and outlines the two essential steps: talking to God about people, and then speaking to people about God - and the way in which we do this.