In Genesis 16, Abram and Sarai's impatience leads to a heartbreaking detour—jealousy, cruelty, and a fleeing servant. But in the desert of despair, God meets Hagar as El Roi, the God Who Sees, promising hope amid the pain. Drawing from James 4, Proverbs 19, Psalm 56, and 2 Corinthians 1:20, this sermon explores the wreckage of our own plans versus the faithfulness of God's "Yes" in Christ.

Ever felt like forcing God's promises? Or unseen in your struggle? Discover how to submit your timelines, cry out in fear, and trust His perfect purpose—even when it hurts. What's one plan you're submitting to Him today?

In the arid wilderness of waiting, Abram stands childless and landless, his heart echoing the drought-stricken farmer's desperate hope for rain. Yet God breaks through the silence with a vision of stars beyond counting—promises of descendants, a homeland, and a blessing that ripples to all nations. Drawing from Genesis 15, this sermon explores how Abram's raw honesty meets God's unwavering faithfulness, culminating in a one-sided covenant where the Divine alone walks the path of commitment. Like Abram, we're invited to trade self-reliance for simple trust: faith credited as righteousness, echoing Paul's words in Romans 4 and pointing straight to Jesus, who bore the curse to secure our eternal inheritance. No matter your "dry season"—personal doubts, global chaos, or fears about making it to heaven—discover how God's delays are never denials, and His promises are as sure as the stars. Join us at Lindisfarne Anglican as we step into the land of hope He's showing you.

In this sermon on Genesis 13-14, we see the tension between immediate gratification and long-term faithfulness. Recapping Genesis 12's promise to Abram and his failure in Egypt, the message dives into Abram and Lot's separation: Abram selflessly lets Lot choose first, but Lot impulsively selects the lush Jordan plain toward Sodom—beautiful like Eden or Egypt, yet without seeking God's guidance—leading to future peril, including capture in chapter 14's war. Abram, left with seemingly barren hills, receives God's reaffirming promise of vast land and countless offspring (Gen. 13:14-17), pointing to the spiritual blessings we inherit in Christ (Eph. 1:3). Abram then heroically rescues Lot with 318 men, meets the mysterious priest-king Melchizedek (foreshadowing Jesus as eternal Priest-King in Ps. 110:4 and Heb. 7), tithes humbly, and rejects the king of Sodom's worldly riches to honor God's provision. The core challenge: In big decisions, reject "foolish" worldly wisdom (1 Cor. 3:19) for God's way—yielding true, everlasting blessings like peace, joy, and eternity in Christ over temporary thrills that fade.

Dive into our Children and Young Person Minister Jono Thomas's sermon on Genesis 12, where God's lavish promises to Abraham ignite a life-changing journey. Watch as Abraham steps out in radical trust, leaving everything behind for the unknown. But then, the plot twists: Abraham's fear leads to a failure to trust God's gracious promises.

Jono unpacks how we all stumble like Abraham, yet God's grace never wavers. The real game-changer? Turning to Jesus—the one man who never failed to trust God perfectly.

If you're wrestling with doubt, chasing God's promises, or just need a faith boost, this message will challenge and encourage you. Hit play, grab your Bible, and let's talk Genesis 12!

In this final message of our 1 Timothy series, we dive into Paul's urgent words to Timothy on the dangers of loving money and the freedom of godly contentment. Ever watched Opal Hunters and wondered about the thrill of chasing elusive wealth? Join us as we explore how the early church thrived on generous hearts (like Priscilla & Aquila), why "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil" (1 Tim 6:10), and how to put our hope in God, not uncertain riches—turning our resources into eternal investments that echo in heaven!

Key takeaways:
- Godliness with contentment is great gain (1 Tim 6:6-8)
- Be rich in good deeds and generous sharing (1 Tim 6:17-19)
- Flee the trap of greed and fight the good fight of faith (1 Tim 6:11-12)

Perfect for anyone wrestling with finances, generosity, or keeping Jesus first. Watch now and challenge yourself: What's your attitude toward money?

Discover God’s call to care for widows and support church leaders with wisdom and love. In this sermon, we explore biblical teachings from 1 Timothy 5, highlighting the importance of discerning care that empowers rather than enables. Through stories like Gladys, a widow uplifted by a church’s kindness, and practical lessons from Scripture, learn how to reflect God’s heart in your community. Join us for a powerful message on transforming lives through compassionate, thoughtful action. Don’t miss the challenge to take one step this week to make a difference!

In this sermon on 1 Timothy 4:1–16, we explore the spiritual battle against false teaching and how to stand firm in God's truth. Discover how Satan uses deceptive guides to lead people astray, and learn how to trust the Bible as your map and compass for life. With practical insights and a personal story of faith, this message challenges us to grow in godliness, lead by example, and invest in God’s kingdom. Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their faith and resist the lies of the world. Join us to reflect on how you can labor and strive for Jesus!

In this sermon from 1 Timothy 3, we explore Paul’s timeless instructions to Timothy on raising godly leaders for the church. Just as a ship needs a faithful captain to navigate stormy seas, the church needs leaders who reflect Christ’s character—faithful, self-controlled, hospitable, and grounded in the gospel. Here we learn that leadership isn’t about power or structure but about hearts transformed by the Spirit to equip God’s people. From overseers to deacons, Paul outlines qualities like integrity, teaching ability, and good household management. This message challenges us to pray for our leaders, support them, and consider our own calling to serve. Join us as we discover how godly leadership strengthens the church to shine Christ’s truth in our world.

How do we worship as God’s people? In this sermon on 1 Timothy 2:1–15, we explore Paul’s call to pray for all people, reflecting God’s heart for the world’s salvation. We also tackle the question of men and women’s roles in worship, discerning timeless truths from 1st-century practices through cultural transposition. Learn how we can worship together with faith, love, and holiness, celebrating everyone’s gifts in God’s family. Join us to discover how to live out godly worship today!

Ever feel too weak for God’s call? In this sermon on 1 Timothy 1, we see how God uses Timothy—young, shy, and frail—to guard the gospel’s truth in Ephesus. Paul charges him to confront false teachings, use the law to point to Jesus, and proclaim the gospel that transforms sinners, like Paul, into vessels of God’s power. Through stories of a young leader’s fears and a modern redemption, we learn that God’s grace shines through our weaknesses. Whether you’re leading, struggling, or seeking Jesus, this message inspires you to trust God’s strength, live out the gospel, and praise the eternal King. Discover how you, like Timothy, can be a “jar of clay” filled with God’s glory!

In this talk prior to our 2025 Annual Meeting, we celebrate God’s faithfulness over the past year, marked by our centenary celebrations, the arrival of our new Children and Young Person Minister, Jono, and a 150% increase in giving since 2018 ($65,000 to $165,000). Reflecting on the Rector’s Report, we cast a vision for 2026 and beyond to be a church for Lindisfarne, making disciples of Jesus, especially among families with kids under 12. Through five steps—Shine, Share, Strengthen, Serve, Send—we aim to shine God’s love, share the gospel, strengthen and grow disciples , serve others with our gifts, and send people out into mission and leadership. With a dream of growing our kids’ ministry and giving, we invite you to pray, serve, give generously to what God is doing in this place. We’d also love you to share your ideas in our survey to help shape our ministry over the next few years. Join us in building a church that transforms lives for Jesus! (Scriptures: Matthew 5:16, Matthew 28:18-20, Psalm 78:4-7, Ephesians 4:12, Acts 13:2-3, 2 Corinthians 9:6-11)

In this sermon, we dive into Mark 11:12-25, where Jesus curses a barren fig tree and cleanses the temple, revealing a powerful "acted parable" about God’s judgment on fruitless worship. Far from being a "chill hippie," Jesus confronts corruption, quoting Jeremiah 7:11 to expose the temple’s failure as a house of prayer for all nations. The fig tree’s withering mirrors the temple’s spiritual barrenness, leading to Jesus’ teaching on faith-filled prayer. When He says to move “this mountain” (v. 23), He’s pointing to the temple and any power opposing God’s kingdom. We’re called to pray boldly against injustice—like systemic harm or ideologies causing division—while forgiving as Jesus did (v. 25). The sermon ends with a challenge from Mark 11:27-33, urging us to fear God over worldly concerns (Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 1:7), trusting in His mercy and power to transform lives.

John Wheatley explores the story of the rich young ruler, a man who seemed to have it all—wealth, influence, morality, and a bright future. Yet, despite his achievements, he was spiritually frustrated and empty. John challenges us to reflect on our relationship with possessions: Do we control them, or do they control us? The rich young ruler’s independence and attachment to wealth kept him from true fulfilment, as he placed his trust in himself rather than God. Jesus’ radical call to “sell everything and follow” reveals that spiritual fulfilment comes not from what we have or do, but from a childlike dependence on God. Through this message, we’re invited to surrender everything to God, trust Him fully, and find the satisfaction that only He can provide.

In this excellent talk by visiting speaker Samuel Green, we see how the Incarnation makes sense based on who God has revealed Himself to be since the dawn of creation and compare the Christian view to the Islamic view.

In this excellent talk by visiting speaker Samuel Green, we see how the Trinity far from being difficult is actually a logical description of God as revealed to us in the Bible.

In Mark 10:1-12 Jesus teaches us about his views on marriage and divorce. This message uses Jesus' teaching here and seeks to put it into the wider context of scripture to help us think through the difficult and often devastating topic of divorce and how we should understand it as Christians.

Kerry challenges us in our walk with Jesus as she brings a powerful message from Mark 9:38-50.

In Mark 9:14-37 the disciples get busted having an argument about who's the greatest. In this All Age talk, Chris challenges us to redefine greatness according to God's standards not our own.

John helps us to think about what it means for us to follow Jesus as he reflects on the story of from the mountain of transfiguration in Mark 9.

In this sermon on Mark 8:1-21, we explore Jesus feeding 4,000 people and confronting the doubts of his disciples and the stubbornness of the Pharisees. Despite the disciples' wavering faith, Jesus patiently guides them, showing it's okay to struggle while trusting him. The Pharisees, however, demand signs and try to control Jesus, missing his true identity. Jesus warns against the "yeast" of their pride and control, urging us to humbly follow him. Reflect on Jesus’ stories, let his grace shape you, and trust him as your unfailing guide.