In the face of the most recent outbreak of fighting in Gaza and the crisis there, Murray Robertson presents a history of the area, the nature of the conflict in Israel/Palestine, and what it means for us today - and what we can do about it.

Jo Robertson begins our Advent series by jumping forward to look at John the Baptist's call for repentance and justice, and asks what preparing the way for Jesus might mean for us in the way in which we live and how we celebrate Christmas.

Jo Robertson begins our Advent series by jumping forward to look at John the Baptist's call for repentance and justice, and asks what preparing the way for Jesus might mean for us in the way in which we live and how we celebrate Christmas.

Duane Major brings our year-long Hebrews series to an end with a look at the closing benediction and some thoughts on the vision God has set before us and the nature of the redemptive community he has called us to be.

Duane Major brings our year-long Hebrews series to an end with a look at the closing benediction and some thoughts on the vision God has set before us and the nature of the redemptive community he has called us to be.

What is leadership? How are leaders supposed to lead? What does following well require of us? Duane Major delves into the nature of leadership, authority and submission.

What is leadership? How are leaders supposed to lead? What does following well require of us? Duane Major delves into the nature of leadership, authority and submission.

Duane Major continues our journey through Hebrews with a look at what the author says about keeping the marriage bed pure and what that looks like for us today

Duane Major continues our journey through Hebrews with a look at what the author says about keeping the marriage bed pure and what that looks like for us today

Sam Young looks at the importance of loving each other and offering hospitality as key indicators of true Christian community.

Sam Young looks at the importance of loving each other and offering hospitality as key indicators of true Christian community.

Sam Young takes us through the next part of Hebrews 12, the contrast between Mounts Sinai and Zion, and what each reveals about God.

Sam Young takes us through the next part of Hebrews 12, the contrast between Mounts Sinai and Zion, and what each reveals about God.

Heading into the home stretch of our Hebrews series, we come down to the practicalities of how to faithfully live out our faith. Duane Major tells us about the importance of training, of discipline, for the disciple of Jesus.

Heading into the home stretch of our Hebrews series, we come down to the practicalities of how to faithfully live out our faith. Duane Major tells us about the importance of training, of discipline, for the disciple of Jesus.

Sandy Hector looks at how hard waiting for the promises of God can sometimes be and does so through the lens of Sarah's attempt to speed up God's promise of a child for her and Abraham.

Jo Robertson looks at the call to Abraham and Sarai and their faithfulness in moving into the new thing God was calling them to.

Jo Robertson looks at the call to Abraham and Sarai and their faithfulness in moving into the new thing God was calling them to.

Sandy Hector looks at how hard waiting for the promises of God can sometimes be and does so through the lens of Sarah's attempt to speed up God's promise of a child for her and Abraham.

Our journey through Hebrews 11 continues with John Robertson looking at the life of Rahab, and the faith that she showed that saw her name recorded in this list of the faithful.

Our journey through Hebrews 11 continues with John Robertson looking at the life of Rahab, and the faith that she showed that saw her name recorded in this list of the faithful.

Paul Fletcher looks at a different creation story that competed with the Jewish story and looks at what the differences tell us about who we are and who God is.

Paul Fletcher looks at a different creation story that competed with the Jewish story and looks at what the differences tell us about who we are and who God is.

Rose Fyfe, from NZCMS (New Zealand Church Missionary Society) reflects on the sending of the disciples and what such sending means for us.

Rosie Fyfe, from NZCMS (New Zealand Church Missionary Society) reflects on the sending of the disciples and what such sending means for us.

Steve Withington examines the career of the wily Jacob, asking what his life tells us about faith. Marcus and Rachel Jamieson share part of their family's faith journey.

Steve Withington examines the career of the wily Jacob, asking what his life tells us about faith. Marcus and Rachel Jamieson share part of their family's faith journey.

Claire Russell leads us through the story of Deborah and Barak and how God triumphed through their actions, and Pam Arnold shares part of her faith journey.

Claire Russell leads us through the story of Deborah and Barak and how God triumphed through their actions, and Pam Arnold shares part of her faith journey.

We return to the book of Hebrews, to a 'mini-series' on the 'Hall of Faith' found in Hebrews chapter 11. Duane Major looks at what faith is and what it isn't, and its importance for our lives. Cheryl Townley then shares the story of the beginnings of her faith and what she has held on to during her faith journey.

We return to the book of Hebrews, to a 'mini-series' on the 'Hall of Faith' found in Hebrews chapter 11. Duane Major looks at what faith is and what it isn't, and its importance for our lives. Cheryl Townley then shares the story of the beginnings of her faith and what she has held on to during her faith journey.

Sam Young concludes our Prayer Practice series with a look at contemplative prayer, the importance of spending time with God, and the ways to combat the distractions that stop us from doing so.

Sam Young concludes our Prayer Practice series with a look at contemplative prayer, the importance of spending time with God, and the ways to combat the distractions that stop us from doing so.

Our prayer practice series continues as Claire Russell shares the importance of taking the time to listen to God, to actively seek to hear what he is saying to us.

Our prayer practice series continues as Claire Russell shares the importance of taking the time to listen to God, to actively seek to hear what he is saying to us.

Sam Young discusses what it means to talk with God with openness and honesty, particularly around the concepts of lament - when we are full of pain and sorrow - and intercession - when we pray on behalf of others.

Sam Young discusses what it means to talk with God with openness and honesty, particularly around the concepts of lament - when we are full of pain and sorrow - and intercession - when we pray on behalf of others.

We begin a new series called "The Prayer Practice" with Sam Young using the Lord's Prayer to show us what talking to God looks like and what it means.

We begin a new series called "The Prayer Practice" with Sam Young using the Lord's Prayer to show us what talking to God looks like and what it means.

Nathan Bird, a pastor at Eastgate Christian Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland, concludes our worth-ship series with a look at the anointing of Jesus at Bethany, when a woman poured a valuable jar of perfume over Jesus. What does this event tell us about worship and what it means to give everything?

Nathan Bird, a pastor at Eastgate Christian Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland, concludes our worth-ship series with a look at the anointing of Jesus at Bethany, when a woman poured a valuable jar of perfume over Jesus. What does this event tell us about worship and what it means to give everything?

Sam and Kate investigate worship and the two different responses that Mary and Martha had to Jesus.

What is worship? What does it mean to show that God has worth-ship? Steve Withington takes us through the story of Mary and Martha and their different approaches to hosting Jesus.

Sam and Kate investigate worship and the two different responses that Mary and Martha had to Jesus.

What is worship? What does it mean to show that God has worth-ship? Steve Withington takes us through the story of Mary and Martha and their different approaches to hosting Jesus.

Duane Major looks at the body language of our faith: does the way we live and move and act match what we say we believe? Are we training well for the game, whatever the circumstanes?

Duane Major looks at the body language of our faith: does the way we live and move and act match what we say we believe? Are we training well for the game, whatever the circumstanes?

Who is Melchizedek and why has the writer of Hebrews focused on him so much? Murray Robertson explains all and shows us how important an understanding of Melchizedek is for grasping God's redemptive purpose for all the peoples of the world.

Dr Michael Rhodes (Carey Baptist College) takes us through the fourth chapter of Daniel, asking what it means for Daniel to follow Jeremiah's injunction to "seek the good of the city" when living in captivity under an oppressive regime. What does it mean to still be God's people in a place and amongst a people that do not honour him?

Who is Melchizedek and why has the writer of Hebrews focused on him so much? Murray Robertson explains all and shows us how important an understanding of Melchizedek is for grasping God's redemptive purpose for all the peoples of the world.

Dr Michael Rhodes (Carey Baptist College) takes us through the fourth chapter of Daniel, asking what it means for Daniel to follow Jeremiah's injunction to "seek the good of the city" when living in captivity under an oppressive regime. What does it mean to still be God's people in a place and amongst a people that do not honour him?

Hebrews continues with a look at Christian maturity: what it means to grow in our faith, the importance of training, teaching and role-modelling, and an example of honouring God from the life of Abram.

We continue our Daniel series with a move into the strange world of dreams and visions, specifically a dream that Daniel has about the world, its future, its kingdoms - and the coming of God's kingdom.

Hebrews continues with a look at Christian maturity: what it means to grow in our faith, the importance of training, teaching and role-modelling, and an example of honouring God from the life of Abram.

We continue our Daniel series with a move into the strange world of dreams and visions, specifically a dream that Daniel has about the world, its future, its kingdoms - and the coming of God's kingdom.

Sandy Hector looks at the courage displayed by Daniel when faced with the threat of death, and what sustained him in his time of need and gave him the courage to remain faithful and strong in the face of death.

Sam Young continues our Hebrews series by looking at some of the big, hard questions we sometimes have for God, and how we can still be confident of finding the love and power of God when we approach him.

Sandy Hector looks at the courage displayed by Daniel when faced with the threat of death, and what sustained him in his time of need and gave him the courage to remain faithful and strong in the face of death.

Sam Young continues our Hebrews series by looking at some of the big, hard questions we sometimes have for God, and how we can still be confident of finding the love and power of God when we approach him.

Claire Russell leads our look at Pentecost, with the help of several people who offer testimony of ways in which the Holy Spirit has healed, helped and guided them.

Claire Russell leads our look at Pentecost, with the help of several people who offer testimony of ways in which the Holy Spirit has healed, helped and guided them.

John Robertson looks at the call to enter into God's rest and asks why so many people in the world, particularly the poor and ignored, are denied God's rest, and what we can do about it to remind the world that all are worthy of God's rest.

Duane Major takes us through the episode of the writing on the wall, and looks at the lives and motivations of Belshazzar - the selfish king who believed in his own power - and Daniel - the humble servant who served God and relied on him in all things.

John Robertson looks at the call to enter into God's rest and asks why so many people in the world, particularly the poor and ignored, are denied God's rest, and what we can do about it to remind the world that all are worthy of God's rest.

Duane Major takes us through the episode of the writing on the wall, and looks at the lives and motivations of Belshazzar - the selfish king who believed in his own power - and Daniel - the humble servant who served God and relied on him in all things.

Jo Robertson looks at Jesus as the perfect model of leadership, the one who fulfills the purpose for which God made us but at which we failed, and how we can learn what it truly means to honour others as made in the image of God to have dominion in this world.

Keeping faith when in the midst of pain and suffering - Sam Young examines this age-old question by looking at the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, their refusal to worship the king's golden statue and their =punishment in the fiery furnace.

Jo Robertson looks at Jesus as the perfect model of leadership, the one who fulfills the purpose for which God made us but at which we failed, and how we can learn what it truly means to honour others as made in the image of God to have dominion in this world.

Keeping faith when in the midst of pain and suffering - Sam Young examines this age-old question by looking at the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, their refusal to worship the king's golden statue and their =punishment in the fiery furnace.

Sam Young speaks on the resurrection of Jesus on Easter morning.

Duane Major moves on to the 'lifelong followers" part of our vision statement, looking at the call to the first disciples.

Duane Major speaks about the relentless love that God has for all of us, especially the lost, how God will stop at nothing to reclaim us, and how experiencing God's love then leads to sharing that love with others.

Claire Russell continues our series on Sabbath by looking at how the Sabbath is a time for experiencing God's joy and the delight he takes in creation by taking the time to seek out delight in our lives and the world around us.

Jo Robertson concludes our lead up to Christmas with our final Advent message, this time on joy - the joy God takes in his creation, including us, the joy we find in him, and how we can bring joy to the people and places where joy struggles to be seen.

Sam Young continues our Advent series with a look at love, specifically the extravagant love that God has for us as expressed in the incarnation, Jesus becoming flesh just like us.

Jesus experienced wilderness times too. Duane Major takes a closer look at the most famous of these in search of what we can learn from what Jesus experienced.

Sam Young takes us through what Paul says about how the followers of Jesus are to live, the behaviours we are to avoid and how our lives are to holy light-filled imitations of God.

Sean du Toit takes us through a whistle stop tour of the bible to show us the entire grand narrative of God's love for the poor of this world.

Jo Robertson opens our Global Week with a look at the vision given to Ezekiel of the valley of dry bones, and the way that God invites us to participate in his work in the world.

Jo Robertson opens our Global Week with a look at the vision given to Ezekiel of the valley of dry bones, and the way that God invites us to participate in his work in the world.

Having suffered for his faith - and still suffering in prison - Paul calls upon the Ephesians to be love one another and be unified as one body. Katie Kingsthwaite leads us through the importance of this for the church today.

Steve Withington takes us through the parable of the workers paid equally and examines what that means for us and our call, our vocation, and what we learn about grace as we seek to follow Jesus.

What holds us back from God and following him with all we have? What might we need to let go of I order to be more committed? And why, for so many people, might wealth be the answer to this question? Whatever we might need to relinquish, Murray Robertson looks at why it is so important that we do so.

John the Baptist and Jesus were both misunderstood and faced rejection. John also found himself doubting whether Jesus was God's promised one. Daphne Marsden looks at John's doubts, the doubts that people had about John and Jesus, and asks what we learn about our own tendency to doubt God.

Duane Major looks at giving and praying as key elements in discipleship, with special emphasis on the Lord's Prayer.

Steve Withington ends our post-Easter "Beyond the Doorway" series with a look at Jesus' final commissioning of his followers to make disciples and spread the gospel.

On the evening of Easter Sunday the disciples are fearfully huddled together when Jesus suddenly appears among them. Alan Jamieson looks at what is truly meant by Jesus's greeting of "Peace be with you."

Kate McClelland shows us how the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem illustrates four ways in which he was an unexpected king, and what that means for us and our world today.

John Robertson looks at the meaning behind Jesus' words "I am thirsty".

Alan Jamieson begins our Summer Series walk through Henri Nouwen's "Life of the Beloved", starting with The fact that we are beloved by God, chosen/taken by him as one of his beloved children.

Alan Jamieson concludes our series on the letters of John.

Curtis Higginson examines what it means to be a child of God, and how this is an example of 'love actioned' by God, towards us, so that we might then 'action love' towards others.

Alan Jamieson looks at how our fulfilling of God's mission involves a Great Commandment, a Great Commission, great compassion and great co-operation in community.

Katie Kingsthwaite takes us through Psalm 124 and shows us how the psalm holds together the tension between hurt and hope, between suffering and triumph, and how God is with us through it all and calls us to be with each other through it all.

On the first anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks, we continue our series on 1 Peter with a look at what Peter has to say about suffering.

Dave Graham looks ahead and asks what adventure God might be inviting us into this year.

John Tucker takes us to the book of Daniel 2 in order to explore God's promise of hope to his people.

Alan Jamieson examines who we are as South West Baptist, what it means to strive together for the faith of the gospel, and how to support and champion the people we see striving to work for the coming of the kingdom of God.

Alan Jamieson opens our series on Micah with a look at the prophet's message, and God's call to his people to turn back to him, away from idolatry, and towards a life of faithful, loving obedience.

Steve Withington opens out series on Jonah with a look at Jonah's reasons for fleeing the presence of God, and the implications of this for God's - and our - mission in the world.

David Graham looks at the outrageous extent to which some people went in order to get their sick friend to Jesus, and the doubly outrageous response of Jesus.

Claire Russell looks at the clash between Jesus and the Pharisees over Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath.

Steve Withington looks at the nature of God's healing and the hope it brings, through the stories of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood.

Alan Jamieson looks at the dashed hopes of the two disciples on the Emmaus Road, how Jesus speaks to those hopes, revives them, and takes the disciples deeper into a renewed hope in God.

Alan Jamieson examines the importance of welcoming and accepting the stranger into our lives by looking at the impact had by the stranger the two disciples encountered on the road to Emmaus.

Derek and Jane Wenmouth share the story of their time at Spreydon/South West, sharing stories of God's faithfulness along the way.

Alan Jamieson looks at a day in the kingdom with Jesus and asks "Is there room in our lives for the king to be the king?"

Jesus begins to share who he is and why he is here, and what his followers can do to help bring God's kingdom to the world.

Alan Jamieson begins our series on the gospel of Mark with a look at the importance of focusing on Christ alone, and opening ourselves up to what God wants to do in us.

Alan Jamieson begins our Advent series with a look at the beginning of the gospel of John, and the connection between the word, the Word and the World.

Our Colossians series continues with a look at what it means to be unified, and how we live out the truth that we are all equal in Christ.

Our Colossians series kicks off with Alan Jamieson looking at how Christ is the foundation of who we are and how we define ourselves.

Andrew Shepherd examines the ecological crisis/collapse that the world is currently facing, asking how we as followers of Jesus should live and what role hope has in our lives, particularly in relation to the environment.

Jo Robertson looks at the freedom that faith in God gives us, and the fact that we haven't just been set free 'from' something but also set free 'for' a purpose - to bring freedom to the rest of God's world.

David Graham looks at Paul's account of the story of Abraham, and what that means for the hope we place in God for the promises and dreams that he gives us.

Murray Robertson opens our series on Romans with a look at the content of the gospel of God, and Paul's impassioned commitment to spreading the message of Jesus.

Dr Bob Robinson looks at the meeting at the well between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, and investigates how the approach Jesus took in this encounter can inform our encounters with those of other faiths, particularly Muslims.

Alan Jamieson looks at the third temptation of Jesus, the temptation to lead rather than be led, and examines how Jesus' final words to Peter show us how to do avoid this temptation and why it is so important to do so.

Alan Jamieson investigates the importance of the word of God for our lives, our growth in God and our prayer lives.

“Prayer does not change us. Prayer puts us in a great posture towards the God who changes us.” Alan Jamieson shares how we can put ourselves in this posture before God.

Sharon Garlough Brown, author of the "Semsible Shoes" series of books, shares with us.

For our Mother's Day service, Cat McFedries, together with guests, examine the feminine side of God's character and how these aspects of who God is can impact on our relationship -and prayer relationship - with him.

David Graham presents our celebrate series, beginning with how we look back and celebrate the past.

We don't know much about Joseph, but what we do know tells us a lot about hearing God when he speaks to us and obeying what we hear.

Sean Pawson opens our Advent series with a look at the song of Zechariah and the coming into the world of the long awaited light of God.

Sean Pawson opens our Advent series with a look at the song of Zechariah and the coming into the world of the long awaited light of God.

David Graham looks at the role of the Holy Spirit in drawing attention to Jesus, and in building up and equipping the body of the Church.

Mike Pilavachi examines the call of Isaiah, and how Isaiah's "wow' moment of experiencing God was followed by a "woe" moment of unworthiness and then a "go" moment of a mission to tell others - and why all three parts are necessary.

Mike Pilavachi Saturday Morning Session

Our series on the book of James kicks off with Alan Jamieson examining the importance of perseverance and seeking wisdom, with some practical tips on how to engage in Godly decision making in our lives.

Jo Robertson preps us for Global Missions Week by looking at the song Mary sings upon being told she will bear a son, and what this episode reveals about the kingdom.

Cat McFedries examines how "the Sabbath as resistance" is a key element in our call to 1) resist the pressures of society, 2) resist the pressure to exclude others, and 3) stand up against economic injustice.

Claire Russell talks about our praise and worship of God by looking at the Israelites' reaction to being saved from the Egyptians, and what this episode says about God's character and our response.

Mark Ambundo explains how God is seeking to grow our trust in him, and why this is crucial for our witness to others.

Steve Withington looks at our need for a heart transplant, and what it means to have a new life in Christ and to be imitators of God.

Mike Douglas looks at the importance of unity in the body of Christ and how vital unity is if we want to truly exhibit the diversity of our various God-given gifts.

Alan Jamieson asks what is it that makes church 'church'? What do we focus on? How does what we focus on affect how people belong?

Alan Jamieson continues our series on belonging - and our journey through Ephesians - by looking at what Paul says in worship to God and his glory and what that means for the church.

Alan Jamieson looks at the love God has lavished on us by adopting us into his family and what it means to commit to his family, his people.

Duane Major looks at how we worship with our whole lives in the face of hardship and suffering, asking "How can we sing praises when there's tears on their faces?"

Is Jesus the only way to God? Are all religions the same or is there something special about Jesus? Alan Jamieson takes a look.

Alan Jamieson looks at how we play the money game, how we can do so with generosity, and whether God might actually be calling us to change the nature of the game entirely.

Steve Withington kicks off our series on money with at look at God and Mammon. (Includes brief skit at the beginning.)

What should we be grateful for? What is the connection between grace and gratitude. Daphne looks at the story of the woman who anointed Jesus' feet with perfume and tears for an answer.

Steve Withington looks at the importance of promise making and promise keeping and the contrast between relationships based on a contract model and those based on a covenant model.

Dr Phil Halstead talks about forgiveness, what it means and why it is so important.

Warren Read examines Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Jesus and the significance of the two questions he asked her, "Why are you crying?", and "Who are you looking for?"

Warren Read examines Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Jesus and the significance of the two questions he asked her, "Why are you crying?", and "Who are you looking for?"

We begin Easter with a look at the last meal Jesus shared with his disciples and the transforming forgiveness that flows from his sacrifice.

Murray Robertson examines how the book of Revelation is a message of hope for all, especially those suffering persecution and oppression.

Duane Major looks at what the book of Revelation - and specifically the sounding of the seven trumpets - tells us about how we should care for the environment.

Alan Jamieson continues our Revelation series with a look at the long, difficult course of history, how we as God's people are to view history, and why John;s message is one of encouragement under persecution.

Duane Major looks at how God reveals himself to us, especially as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and how this impacts on our lives.

Alan Jamieson looks at how we make the transition from leaving one year behind and moving ahead into a new year, and how this connects with the idea of grace and peace.

Alan Jamieson looks at how Christmas is a message of joy, and how we can know something of the joy of Christmas.

Duane Major encourages us to try and lead a life that is "not normal", to step out and take a risk, rather than sit back and play it safe.

We reach the end of our journey through the book of Luke with Jesus approaching the city of Jerusalem, only to weep over it. What do we learn about God from this?

Sarah Harris, Lecturer in New Testament Studies at Carey Baptist College looks at Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus and what this tells us about forgiveness and the restoration of relationships and community.

Alex Snary, who spent time as World Vision's Jerusalem, West Bank and Gaza National Director, shares the story of his journey.

Craig Vernall shares the importance of not shunning or ignoring the 'disreputable' places around us - places where God's kingdom is both needed and already at work.

In the next of our Jesus stories, Murray Robertson looks at what we learn about the kingdom being both 'in our midst' and 'coming', and how we can remain faithful as we live in this 'in-between' time.

Alan Jamieson looks ahead to Christmas by looking at the promises of God to his people, and how we can prepare to tell the Christmas story to those around us.

Jason Chee looks at the conclusion to the sermon on the plain, and what Jesus expects of us if we are to build our lives on a solid foundation.

Alan Jamieson tells us why one of Jesus' hardest, most radical sayings - "Love your enemies" - is one of the most important.

Claire Russell looks at what Jesus' early miracles tell us about his mission.

Claire Russell brings our Easter series to a close with a look at the resurrection of Jesus from Luke's gospel.

Colin Burt looks at how the resurrection is revealed in one of the simplest, most common routines in our lives, and how we are to include others in this routine.

Alan Jamieson looks at how the resurrection of Jesus has changed everything.

Rachael Beever looks at Jesus as reads from the scroll of Isaiah, and how the aftermath shows God's concern for the poor and the marginalised.

Julian Doorey ruminates on his 13 years of missionary work in Bangladesh by seeing how what he has been doing matches up with the mandate Jesus read out in his hometown synagogue.

In the final of our "On the Beach" series, Duane Major looks at Jesus calming the storm for his frightened disciples and asks what does it take to grow our faith?

Alan Jamieson examines a very important bbq on the beach, featuring Jesus and the disciples, focusing especially on Peter.

Alan Jamieson brings our Advent series to a close as we head into the final days before the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Today's passage looks at the birth of John the Baptist and the song of Zechariah.

Duane Major looks at gratitude and how 'remembering long' can help us develop a permanent posture of gratitude.

What is graciousness? How does God's grace to us affect the way we act towards others? How can we live a more gracious life?

Alan Jamieson explores the vision of SWBC to be a redemptive community by taking a whirlwind trip through the bible from Genesis to Revelation.

Karl Faase examines what it means to share the gospel with clarity so that, as Paul says, "you may know how to answer everyone."

As we reach the end of our year-long journey through the book of Acts, Paul reaches the end of his journey to Rome. Duane Major looks at the ending of Acts, what Paul says once in Rome, and how the end of the book is the beginning for us.

A shipwrecked Paul finally makes it ashore to Malta, before making the final journey to Rome. Tash Britt brings the book of Acts to a close, and looks at what the end of Acts means for us today.

Once again Paul is defending himself against his accusers, this time in front of King Agrippa. Paul tells his story yet again, this time with emphasis on the way he was kicking against God's intentions for him, and God's command to Paul to "get up, stand on your feet."

Paul is dragged in front of Festus, the Roman governor, and Agrippa, the Jewish king, two very different men with very different attitudes towards Paul and his faith. Alan Jamieson examines the stories that Paul had to share and the way we are part of the same story.

Paul and the resurrection - "It is concerning the resurrection of the dead that I am on trial before you today." Why was the resurrection of Jesus so central for Paul and why is it so central for us?

Duane Major looks at the ways Paul was guided by God, and how he discerned what God wanted him to do - and how that applies to us today.

George Wieland looks at Paul's methodology as he arrives in Ephesus, and how he goes about sharing the gospel.

Murray Robertson looks at the spread of the gospel in Ephesus and the nature of the opposition Paul (and the gospel message) encountered.

Merrilyn Withers encourages us to be real with ourselves, each other and God, and looks at why this is so important.

Jo Robertson looks at the change the power of the gospel brought to two people who crossed paths with Paul and Silas.

Murray Robertson looks at the topic of guidance as it relates to Paul and his decisions about where he should go next.

Murray Robertson continues our series on Acts with a look at Paul and Barnabas taking the gospel to news places, as the Gentile world awaits.

Murray Robertson looks at the spread of the gospel outside Israel, and the nature of the believers who were witnessing to the world.

Alan Jamieson looks at two examples of ways in which God's family is open to ALL, no matter who or what people may be like, and no matter what we may think of them.

Alan Jamieson looks at the stoning of Stephen and how this was the catalyst for the eventual worldwide spread of the gospel.

Alan Jamieson examines an early conflict within the early church and the way its resolution shows us what being a disciple of Jesus means.

Alan Jamieson looks at the very first encounters with Jesus that some of his disciples had, and examines what that means for how we encounter God.

Alan Jamieson looks at Jesus' first miracle to see what it tells us about Jesus and how that might apply to the Christmas season.

Alan Jamieson looks at the surprising letter that Jeremiah sent to the exiles living in Babylon, and what he told them to do and how he expected them to live.

How are we to view time? How does God view time? What changes for us when we take a God's eye view of things?

With great brevity, Alan Jamieson summarises the message of Jeremiah and shows how it is all about God's love for his people and his promise to restore them.

Who are our people? When it comes to our God-given purpose, how do we fit together with others and truly come to be the body of Christ? Alan Jamieson looks at how we achieve unity and be a people together.

Who are our people? When it comes to our God-given purpose, how do we fit together with others and truly come to be the body of Christ? Alan Jamieson looks at how we achieve unity and be a people together.

Catherine McFedries looks at our personality and the ways we have of working out how God has shaped us and what we are like and how we can best serve him.

Our Hebrews series continues with a look at the supremacy, centrality and simplicity of Jesus, how he is the centre of our faith, and the importance of remaining fixed on him.

Sam Young continues our Daniel series by looking at Nebuchadnezzar's dream and Daniel's interpretation of the dream, and what it tells us about hope and perseverance.

Our Hebrews series continues with a look at the supremacy, centrality and simplicity of Jesus, how he is the centre of our faith, and the importance of remaining fixed on him.

Sam Young continues our Daniel series by looking at Nebuchadnezzar's dream and Daniel's interpretation of the dream, and what it tells us about hope and perseverance.

Dr Christa McKirland opens our series on the book of Hebrews with an overview of the sacrificial system, its purpose, and why the sacrifice of Jesus - and his ascension and exultation - is so important for us, for our hope and for the confidence we can have in Jesus, our great High Priest.

Sam Young opens our series on Daniel with an overview of what happened to Daniel and his friends once they were taken off to Babylon.

Sam Young opens our series on Daniel with an overview of what happened to Daniel and his friends once they were taken off to Babylon.

Dr Christa McKirland opens our series on the book of Hebrews with an overview of the sacrificial system, its purpose, and why the sacrifice of Jesus - and his ascension and exultation - is so important for us, for our hope and for the confidence we can have in Jesus, our great High Priest.

Alan Jamieson concludes our Easter series with a look at doubt and how it can be a very important part of our faith journey, helping us deconstruct and reconstruct our faith.

Alan Jamieson concludes our Easter series with a look at doubt and how it can be a very important part of our faith journey, helping us deconstruct and reconstruct our faith.

The post-Easter period begins with Steve Withington guiding us down the road to Emmaus with a couple of despairing disciples who meet a stranger who assuages their pain and disappointment.

The post-Easter period begins with Steve Withington guiding us down the road to Emmaus with a couple of despairing disciples who meet a stranger who assuages their pain and disappointment.

Sam Young speaks on the resurrection of Jesus on Easter morning.

Alexa and Hannah Absalom look at the account of Isaac and the reopening of the wells dug by his father Abraham, and what this might mean as a metaphor for the refilling and refreshing of the Holy Spirit in our iives.

Our Ko Tatou Tatou series comes to an end with a look at the meal Jesus gave to his disciples to remember and celebrate him.

Our Ko Tatou Tatou series comes to an end with a look at the meal Jesus gave to his disciples to remember and celebrate him.

Sam Young looks at what it means to be a lifelong follower of Jesus by looking at the life - the up and down life - of Peter.

Duane Major moves on to the 'lifelong followers" part of our vision statement, looking at the call to the first disciples.

Sam Young looks at what it means to be a lifelong follower of Jesus by looking at the life - the up and down life - of Peter.

Our Ko Tātou Tātou series continues our walk through our vision statement with a look at the way Jesus shared God's love through word, sign and deed, and how we are to do the same, wherever we are.

Our Ko Tātou Tātou series continues our walk through our vision statement with a look at the way Jesus shared God's love through word, sign and deed, and how we are to do the same, wherever we are.

Continuing our examination of our vision statement, Duane Major discusses the importance of the phrase "in the world" and what it means for our church and what Jesus intended his disciples to understand - and do - about what he said to them about sharing the gospel.

Continuing our examination of our vision statement, Duane Major discusses the importance of the phrase "in the world" and what it means for our church and what Jesus intended his disciples to understand - and do - about what he said to them about sharing the gospel.

Sam Young returns us to the garden and the establishment of our four key relationships, the breaking of them, and the way the love of Christ has reconciled us and our relationships.

Duane Major looks at the ministry of reconciliation brought about Jesus and his sacrifice for us.

Duane Major looks at the ministry of reconciliation brought about Jesus and his sacrifice for us.

Sam Young returns us to the garden and the establishment of our four key relationships, the breaking of them, and the way the love of Christ has reconciled us and our relationships.

Duane Major looks at God's dream for community through some biblical images of what God's dream for his people looks like.

Duane Major looks at God's dream for community through some biblical images of what God's dream for his people looks like.

Duane Major speaks about the relentless love that God has for all of us, especially the lost, how God will stop at nothing to reclaim us, and how experiencing God's love then leads to sharing that love with others.

Alexa and Hannah Absalom look at the account of Isaac and the reopening of the wells dug by his father Abraham, and what this might mean as a metaphor for the refilling and refreshing of the Holy Spirit in our iives.

Duane Major kicks off our Summer Spectacular camp - and our Ko Tatou Tatou ("We Are Us") series with a look at the importance of Jesus stories, and asks what Jesus stories we have in our lives and how has experiencing Jesus led us into sharing Jesus.

Duane Major kicks off our Summer Spectacular camp - and our Ko Tatou Tatou ("We Are Us") series with a look at the importance of Jesus stories, and asks what Jesus stories we have in our lives and how has experiencing Jesus led us into sharing Jesus.

This week John Robertson concludes our series on Sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. Today looking specifically at the idea of worship.

This week John Robertson concludes our series on Sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. Today looking specifically at the idea of worship.

Claire Russell continues our series on Sabbath by looking at how the Sabbath is a time for experiencing God's joy and the delight he takes in creation by taking the time to seek out delight in our lives and the world around us.

This week we continue our series on sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. For week 2, Claire Russell looks at the idea of rest.

This week we continue our series on sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. For week 2, Claire Russell looks at the idea of rest.

This Week we begin our series on sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. Based on that, we are framing our series on Sabbath in four movements – stop, rest, delight and worship. The plan is to cover each movement over the four weeks. This week Sam kicks us off with stop. Its our prayer that as we journey through these four weeks we might experience rest, that we might be challenged in how we live our lives, and inspired to create opportunities for those around us to delight in God as well.

This Week we begin our series on sabbath, a word which means to stop, rest, delight and worship. Based on that, we are framing our series on Sabbath in four movements – stop, rest, delight and worship. The plan is to cover each movement over the four weeks. This week Sam kicks us off with stop. Its our prayer that as we journey through these four weeks we might experience rest, that we might be challenged in how we live our lives, and inspired to create opportunities for those around us to delight in God as well.

Jo Robertson concludes our lead up to Christmas with our final Advent message, this time on joy - the joy God takes in his creation, including us, the joy we find in him, and how we can bring joy to the people and places where joy struggles to be seen.

Sam Young continues our Advent series with a look at love, specifically the extravagant love that God has for us as expressed in the incarnation, Jesus becoming flesh just like us.

Asuntha Charles, National Director of World Vision in Afghanistan, shares about the current situation in the country, the plight of the people, and asks what we can do to assist the Afghan people.

Asuntha Charles, National Director of World Vision in Afghanistan, shares about the current situation in the country, the plight of the people, and asks what we can do to assist the Afghan people.

Jesus experienced wilderness times too. Duane Major takes a closer look at the most famous of these in search of what we can learn from what Jesus experienced.

Threatened with death and on the run from Jezebel, Elijah hides out in the wilderness. Claire Russell looks at what we can learn from Elijah's time there, and how God appeared to him.

Threatened with death and on the run from Jezebel, Elijah hides out in the wilderness. Claire Russell looks at what we can learn from Elijah's time there, and how God appeared to him.

What is the new thing that God is currently doing? How do we discern what it is and how can partner with him in it? John Robertson shares a couple of ways in which God is doing a new thing and how we can be involved.

What is the new thing that God is currently doing? How do we discern what it is and how can partner with him in it? John Robertson shares a couple of ways in which God is doing a new thing and how we can be involved.

Sam Young opens our Water in the Wilderness series where we look at how to hear God's call in the midst of our wilderness experiences, when times are tough and God seems far away.

Sam Young opens our Water in the Wilderness series where we look at how to hear God's call in the midst of our wilderness experiences, when times are tough and God seems far away.

We bring our Ephesians series to a close with Claire Russell taking a deeper, closer look at the importance of the armour of God, why it is necessary, and how to utilise it in our daily lives.

We bring our Ephesians series to a close with Claire Russell taking a deeper, closer look at the importance of the armour of God, why it is necessary, and how to utilise it in our daily lives.

Murray Robertson looks at Paul's much-misunderstood teaching about husbands and wives and shows us how Paul meant for us to live together in mutual submission, with mutual support and edification.

Murray Robertson looks at Paul's much-misunderstood teaching about husbands and wives and shows us how Paul meant for us to live together in mutual submission, with mutual support and edification.

Sam Young takes us through what Paul says about how the followers of Jesus are to live, the behaviours we are to avoid and how our lives are to holy light-filled imitations of God.

Duane Major examines how Paul instructs the Ephesians (and us) to live differently, and what that might mean for what we position and our hearts and our minds towards.

Duane Major examines how Paul instructs the Ephesians (and us) to live differently, and what that might mean for what we position and our hearts and our minds towards.

Sean du Toit takes us through a whistle stop tour of the bible to show us the entire grand narrative of God's love for the poor of this world.

Our Ephesians journey continues with Amy Page-Whiting looking at the gifts mentioned by Paul in Ephesians 4 and the fact that these gifts are given to not just some but to everyone.

Our Ephesians journey continues with Amy Page-Whiting looking at the gifts mentioned by Paul in Ephesians 4 and the fact that these gifts are given to not just some but to everyone.

Having suffered for his faith - and still suffering in prison - Paul calls upon the Ephesians to be love one another and be unified as one body. Katie Kingsthwaite leads us through the importance of this for the church today.

That we are known and loved by God is one of the key things Paul wants the Ephesians (and us) to know. Daphne Marsden leads us through this heartfelt prayer that Paul offers up for the Ephesians.

That we are known and loved by God is one of the key things Paul wants the Ephesians (and us) to know. Daphne Marsden leads us through this heartfelt prayer that Paul offers up for the Ephesians.

Jay Matenga reminds us of the importance of kaitiakitanga - the care and stewardship of creation - for God as the Creator and for us as his representatives.

Jay Matenga reminds us of the importance of kaitiakitanga - the care and stewardship of creation - for God as the Creator and for us as his representatives.

Duane Major begins our journey through Paul's letter to the Ephesians with a look at the background to the letter and the breathless torrent of praise with which Paul begins the epistle.

Duane Major begins our journey through Paul's letter to the Ephesians with a look at the background to the letter and the breathless torrent of praise with which Paul begins the epistle.

Tim Piesse, from Crossway Baptist Church In Melbourne, tells us how discipleship isn't meant to depress or frustrate us, but rather is the natural, straight-forward outworking of looking for God int he relationships and spaces and places in our lives.

Tim Piesse, from Crossway Baptist Church In Melbourne, tells us how discipleship isn't meant to depress or frustrate us, but rather is the natural, straight-forward outworking of looking for God int he relationships and spaces and places in our lives.

Murray Robertson brings our year-plus long journey through Matthew's gospel to a close with a look at Matthew 24, what Jesus says here about the destruction of the Temple, what it means for the 'end of the world' and how we as followers of Jesus are supposed to respond.

Murray Robertson brings our year-plus long journey through Matthew's gospel to a close with a look at Matthew 24, what Jesus says here about the destruction of the Temple, what it means for the 'end of the world' and how we as followers of Jesus are supposed to respond.

Claire Russell holds a mirror up to the 'woes' that Jesus hurls at the Pharisees and shows how these woes also hold a mirror up to our lives and show us the blindspots that we can't see that make us stumble and fall short.

Claire Russell holds a mirror up to the 'woes' that Jesus hurls at the Pharisees and shows how these woes also hold a mirror up to our lives and show us the blindspots that we can't see that make us stumble and fall short.

John Robertson discusses what Jesus commanded his disciples to do in his final instructions to them before his ascension, and what fulfilling the Great Commission might mean for us today.

John Robertson discusses what Jesus commanded his disciples to do in his final instructions to them before his ascension, and what fulfilling the Great Commission might mean for us today.

Sam Young looks at the arrest in the garden and what we can learn from the way the disciples reacted.

Sam Young looks at the arrest in the garden and what we can learn from the way the disciples reacted.

Claire Russell looks at Jesus and the disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane and what we learn about the relationship between them.

Claire Russell looks at Jesus and the disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane and what we learn about the relationship between them.

A misunderstood act of extravagant devotion prompts Duane Major to ask where we see the beauty of God around us, what does our worship look like, and how can we make sure we are seeing the opportunity for such acts of loving devotion in the world around us.

A misunderstood act of extravagant devotion prompts Duane Major to ask where we see the beauty of God around us, what does our worship look like, and how can we make sure we are seeing the opportunity for such acts of loving devotion in the world around us.

Steve Withington takes us through the parable of the workers paid equally and examines what that means for us and our call, our vocation, and what we learn about grace as we seek to follow Jesus.

What holds us back from God and following him with all we have? What might we need to let go of I order to be more committed? And why, for so many people, might wealth be the answer to this question? Whatever we might need to relinquish, Murray Robertson looks at why it is so important that we do so.

Daphne Marsden looks at what Jesus had to say about divorce, why he said what he did, and how his teaching sought to protect the vulnerable and powerless, and how he challenges us today to do the same.

Daphne Marsden looks at what Jesus had to say about divorce, why he said what he did, and how his teaching sought to protect the vulnerable and powerless, and how he challenges us today to do the same.

Alan Jamieson picks up our Matthew series in chapter 18, looking at the attributes of love that we need to show to others in the body of Christ in order to be the body of Christ.

Alan Jamieson picks up our Matthew series in chapter 18, looking at the attributes of love that we need to show to others in the body of Christ in order to be the body of Christ.

As we journey back through the genealogy of Jesus, Duane Major looks at Zerubbabel, tasked with leading the exiles back to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple, the problems he faced, how we manage our hopes and expectations, and how we respond to God's initiatives and how we plan in expectation of God's response.

As we journey back through the genealogy of Jesus, Duane Major looks at Zerubbabel, tasked with leading the exiles back to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple, the problems he faced, how we manage our hopes and expectations, and how we respond to God's initiatives and how we plan in expectation of God's response.

Duane Major introduces our journey through the parables of Jesus with a look at the images Jesus used to describe the Kingdom of heaven, and what it means for us to have a role in the coming of the Kingdom.

Duane Major introduces our journey through the parables of Jesus with a look at the images Jesus used to describe the Kingdom of heaven, and what it means for us to have a role in the coming of the Kingdom.

Jesus got in trouble over what he and his disciples did on the Sabbath. Jo Robertson looks at what this tells us about the laws and systems of the time and what our stance against the systems that deny people their freedom needs to be and why.

Jesus got in trouble over what he and his disciples did on the Sabbath. Jo Robertson looks at what this tells us about the laws and systems of the time and what our stance against the systems that deny people their freedom needs to be and why.

John Robertson addresses creation care and how we are called to care for creation by Jesus, the one who is Lord of Creation.

John Robertson addresses creation care and how we are called to care for creation by Jesus, the one who is Lord of Creation.

With the help of a couple of friends, Claire Russell takes us through Matthew 11, showing us what the crowd missed about John the Baptist, how Jesus upbraided the people for not believing in him, and the right way to live that his yoke frees us for.

John the Baptist and Jesus were both misunderstood and faced rejection. John also found himself doubting whether Jesus was God's promised one. Daphne Marsden looks at John's doubts, the doubts that people had about John and Jesus, and asks what we learn about our own tendency to doubt God.

With the help of a couple of friends, Claire Russell takes us through Matthew 11, showing us what the crowd missed about John the Baptist, how Jesus upbraided the people for not believing in him, and the right way to live that his yoke frees us for.

Jesus sends the Twelve out with some very specific instructions. Duane Major explains what they meant then, what they mean for us now, and what it tells us about the good news.

Jesus sends the Twelve out with some very specific instructions. Duane Major explains what they meant then, what they mean for us now, and what it tells us about the good news.

What stops us from following Jesus? What stops us from giving him our all? Why do we hold ourselves back from giving everything?

Alan Jamieson shows the many ways in which Jesus brings freedom to people and how his followers are called to do the same.

What stops us from following Jesus? What stops us from giving him our all? Why do we hold ourselves back from giving everything?

Alan Jamieson shows the many ways in which Jesus brings freedom to people and how his followers are called to do the same.

Having spent several weeks hearing the words of Jesus, Alan Jamieson now moves us down the mountain into the works of Jesus as he heals several people, showing the words being put into action.

Alan Jamieson looks at what being a disciple of Jesus means and how not everyone immediately understood what was required.

Alan Jamieson looks at what being a disciple of Jesus means and how not everyone immediately understood what was required.

Having spent several weeks hearing the words of Jesus, Alan Jamieson now moves us down the mountain into the works of Jesus as he heals several people, showing the words being put into action.

Murray Robertson takes us through the final chapter of the Sermon on the Mount and shows us just how revolutionary the lifestyle Jesus calls his followers to actually is.

Murray Robertson takes us through the final chapter of the Sermon on the Mount and shows us just how revolutionary the lifestyle Jesus calls his followers to actually is.

Duane Major looks at giving and praying as key elements in discipleship, with special emphasis on the Lord's Prayer.

Steve Withington continues our walk through the Sermon on the Mount by looking at a series of commands on how to live that Jesus gives his followers.

Steve Withington looks at one of the most famous passages in scripture and examines the beatitudes from the point of the blessings - and the difference between those the world sees as blessed and those Jesus would bless - and the blesser.

Steve Withington looks at one of the most famous passages in scripture and examines the beatitudes from the point of the blessings - and the difference between those the world sees as blessed and those Jesus would bless - and the blesser.

Steve Withington continues our walk through the Sermon on the Mount by looking at a series of commands on how to live that Jesus gives his followers.

Jesus announced the coming of the kingdom of God and called his first disciples to follow him an become 'fishers' of people. Jo Robertson examines what this meant for those who heard his message and received healing.

Jesus announced the coming of the kingdom of God and called his first disciples to follow him an become 'fishers' of people. Jo Robertson examines what this meant for those who heard his message and received healing.

Jo Robertson begins our extended journey through the gospel of Matthew with a look at the episode of Jesus' baptism, the importance of his baptism and what it tells us about the Triune God and how God sees us.

Jo Robertson begins our extended journey through the gospel of Matthew with a look at the episode of Jesus' baptism, the importance of his baptism and what it tells us about the Triune God and how God sees us.

Claire Russell looks at the coming of the Holy Spirit, and interviews several people to find out how God's Spirit has been moving in them and what the Spirit has been saying to SWBC lately.

Claire Russell looks at the coming of the Holy Spirit, and interviews several people to find out how God's Spirit has been moving in them and what the Spirit has been saying to SWBC lately.

Steve Withington ends our post-Easter "Beyond the Doorway" series with a look at Jesus' final commissioning of his followers to make disciples and spread the gospel.

"Let's go fishing." So said Peter, little realising that an initially unsuccessful fishing expedition would end with a profound, miraculous, restorative meeting with the risen Jesus around a campfire on the beach.

"Let's go fishing." So said Peter, little realising that an initially unsuccessful fishing expedition would end with a profound, miraculous, restorative meeting with the risen Jesus around a campfire on the beach.

Using the story of Thomas's disbelief, Alan Jamieson looks at the evidence for the truth of the resurrection.

Using the story of Thomas's disbelief, Alan Jamieson looks at the evidence for the truth of the resurrection.

On the evening of Easter Sunday the disciples are fearfully huddled together when Jesus suddenly appears among them. Alan Jamieson looks at what is truly meant by Jesus's greeting of "Peace be with you."

Alan Jamieson takes us along the road to Emmaus, and uses the encounter with Jesus as a way of challenging us to let God show us his story in new ways, through new people and encounters.

Alan Jamieson takes us through the encounter with Jesus on the Emmaus road to show us how the death and resurrection of Jesus changes everything for us, turns everything upside down - just as it did for these two disciples.

Alan Jamieson takes us along the road to Emmaus, and uses the encounter with Jesus as a way of challenging us to let God show us his story in new ways, through new people and encounters.

Alan Jamieson takes us through the encounter with Jesus on the Emmaus road to show us how the death and resurrection of Jesus changes everything for us, turns everything upside down - just as it did for these two disciples.

Tash Higginson looks at how our stories and God's story and how inconveniences and discomforts can be important ways in which God speaks to us.

Jo Robertson opens John's gospel to Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Jesus at the tomb, and shows us how Mary's story - and ours, and everyone's, no matter how unlikely a person they may appear to be - has a place in the big story of God

Tash Higginson looks at how our stories and God's story and how inconveniences and discomforts can be important ways in which God speaks to us.

Jo Robertson opens John's gospel to Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Jesus at the tomb, and shows us how Mary's story - and ours, and everyone's, no matter how unlikely a person they may appear to be - has a place in the big story of God

Easter changes everything. The story changes what is possible. Alan Jamieson looks at the story of Easter.

Easter changes everything. The story changes what is possible. Alan Jamieson looks at the story of Easter.

For our Good Friday service Alan Jamieson looks at the final two words from the cross to show us how Jesus was faithful in completing the Father's work and fully trusted his Father in committing his spirit into his hands.

For our Good Friday service Alan Jamieson looks at the final two words from the cross to show us how Jesus was faithful in completing the Father's work and fully trusted his Father in committing his spirit into his hands.

We celebrate Palm Sunday with Daphne Marsden looking at the humility and obedience displayed by Jesus and the ways we are called to do the same.

We celebrate Palm Sunday with Daphne Marsden looking at the humility and obedience displayed by Jesus and the ways we are called to do the same.

Kate McClelland shows us how the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem illustrates four ways in which he was an unexpected king, and what that means for us and our world today.

John Robertson looks at the meaning behind Jesus' words "I am thirsty".

Jo Robertson brings together the commemoration of the second anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks with an exploration of Jesus' cry of abandonment on the cross, exploring how we may have abandoned others we deem not like us and exhorting us to always to be welcoming to others, no matter who they are.

Jo Robertson brings together the commemoration of the second anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks with an exploration of Jesus' cry of abandonment on the cross, exploring how we may have abandoned others we deem not like us and exhorting us to always to be welcoming to others, no matter who they are.

Duane Major unpacks the nature of family, especially "whangai" family, and what it means to extend the family to take in others, just like Jesus did between his mother and John, and as the church is called to do in extending love and care to all.

Duane Major unpacks the nature of family, especially "whangai" family, and what it means to extend the family to take in others, just like Jesus did between his mother and John, and as the church is called to do in extending love and care to all.

Our season of Lent opens with Alan Jamieson examining the first of the worlds of Jesus from the cross, and delving into the reality of God's forgiveness and the necessity of our accepting forgiveness in order for it to be effective and real.

Our season of Lent opens with Alan Jamieson examining the first of the worlds of Jesus from the cross, and delving into the reality of God's forgiveness and the necessity of our accepting forgiveness in order for it to be effective and real.

Steve Withington looks at Paul's famous passage on the body of Christ and shares about the importance of diversity in unity.

Steve Withington looks at Paul's famous passage on the body of Christ and shares about the importance of diversity in unity.

Duane Major kicks off the lead in to our church camp with an examination of the word 'spectacular', what it means, what it might mean for the followers of God, and how God himself is the one who defines spectacular.

Duane Major kicks off the lead in to our church camp with an examination of the word 'spectacular', what it means, what it might mean for the followers of God, and how God himself is the one who defines spectacular.

Claire Russell concludes our series on the Life of the Beloved with a look at how we are given - and are to ourselves - to others, and how our lives are to lived for others.

Claire Russell concludes our series on the Life of the Beloved with a look at how we are given - and are to ourselves - to others, and how our lives are to lived for others.

Continuing with our series on "Life of the Beloved", Alan Jamieson examines the darker, more painful aspects of our lives, reminding us that accepting and embracing our brokenness - and allowing God to work through our fractured selves - is a necessary part of being his child.

Continuing with our series on "Life of the Beloved", Alan Jamieson examines the darker, more painful aspects of our lives, reminding us that accepting and embracing our brokenness - and allowing God to work through our fractured selves - is a necessary part of being his child.

Learning to be God's beloved requires that we accept our blessedness - something that we cannot pass on to others by blessing them if first we have not claimed it for ourselves.

Learning to be God's beloved requires that we accept our blessedness - something that we cannot pass on to others by blessing them if first we have not claimed it for ourselves.

Alan Jamieson begins our Summer Series walk through Henri Nouwen's "Life of the Beloved", starting with The fact that we are beloved by God, chosen/taken by him as one of his beloved children.

Alan Jamieson continues Advent with the appearance of Jesus to his disciples and the giving to them of the Holy Spirit.

Alan Jamieson continues Advent with the appearance of Jesus to his disciples and the giving to them of the Holy Spirit.

In 2020 we have been more aware of the importance of our breath than before. Alan Jamieson begins our Advent series with a look at the breath of God and what it means to have the breath of God within us.

In 2020 we have been more aware of the importance of our breath than before. Alan Jamieson begins our Advent series with a look at the breath of God and what it means to have the breath of God within us.

Alan Jamieson concludes our series on the letters of John.

Jo Robertson takes us through the short letter of 2 John, which in its way is a summary of the letter of 1 John, but with the emphasis place firmly on truth and on hope.

Jo Robertson takes us through the short letter of 2 John, which in its way is a summary of the letter of 1 John, but with the emphasis place firmly on truth and on hope.

Alan Jamieson examines all the threads of the gospel that John weaves together in the final chapter of 1 John.

Alan Jamieson examines all the threads of the gospel that John weaves together in the final chapter of 1 John.

Curtis Higginson examines what it means to be a child of God, and how this is an example of 'love actioned' by God, towards us, so that we might then 'action love' towards others.

Alan Jamieson continues through the first letter of John, contrasting the light of last week with the darkness this week, as John warns his 'children' not to love the rebellious world and its corrupt, evil and sinful systems, but to instead follow the way of Jesus who refused to live the life the system tried to force him to and showed a different way to live.

Alan Jamieson continues through the first letter of John, contrasting the light of last week with the darkness this week, as John warns his 'children' not to love the rebellious world and its corrupt, evil and sinful systems, but to instead follow the way of Jesus who refused to live the life the system tried to force him to and showed a different way to live.

Alan Jamieson opens our series on the Letters of John by looking at the light, the humanity and the divinity of Jesus, and the importance of holding them together.

Alan Jamieson opens our series on the Letters of John by looking at the light, the humanity and the divinity of Jesus, and the importance of holding them together.

Steve Withington takes a look at the last words of the bible, looks at how they can help us reframe the message of God and the work of his people, and looks at who we are as a people at South West.

Steve Withington takes a look at the last words of the bible, looks at how they can help us reframe the message of God and the work of his people, and looks at who we are as a people at South West.

Alan Jamieson looks at how our fulfilling of God's mission involves a Great Commandment, a Great Commission, great compassion and great co-operation in community.

With the referendum on the End of Life Choice Act approaching, Dr Sam Bloore looks at the three main arguments proposed in favour of euthanasia and offers faith reflections in response to each of them.

With the referendum on the End of Life Choice Act approaching, Dr Sam Bloore looks at the three main arguments proposed in favour of euthanasia and offers faith reflections in response to each of them.

Alan Jamieson looks at the last of the Songs of Ascent and looks at blessing, especially what it means to be a blessing to others and to share the gift of blessing with others.

Alan Jamieson looks at the last of the Songs of Ascent and looks at blessing, especially what it means to be a blessing to others and to share the gift of blessing with others.

Katie Kingsthwaite takes us through Psalm 124 and shows us how the psalm holds together the tension between hurt and hope, between suffering and triumph, and how God is with us through it all and calls us to be with each other through it all.

Alan Jamieson looks at community, in all its messiness, surprise, joy, work and sorrow, and what it takes for a community to be real, honest, accepting and, above all, unified.

Alan Jamieson looks at community, in all its messiness, surprise, joy, work and sorrow, and what it takes for a community to be real, honest, accepting and, above all, unified.

On the first anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks, we continue our series on 1 Peter with a look at what Peter has to say about suffering.

Alan Jamieson invites us to ask ourselves "What new thing is God doing and am I seeing it and acting with it?"

Alan Jamieson invites us to ask ourselves "What new thing is God doing and am I seeing it and acting with it?"

Steve Withington talks about what it means to live as God's people when living in Babylon, when the people of God are called to go against the flow of the world.

Steve Withington talks about what it means to live as God's people when living in Babylon, when the people of God are called to go against the flow of the world.

Alan Thomson continues our journey through the first letter of Peter with a look at what it means for us, as a community of God's people, to live Godly lives in a world that either denies God or chooses other Gods to follow.

Alan Thomson continues our journey through the first letter of Peter with a look at what it means for us, as a community of God's people, to live Godly lives in a world that either denies God or chooses other Gods to follow.

Our series on 1 Peter continues with a look at the importance of being holy as God is holy in order fully to live lives of shameless audacity in a world that refuses to know God.

Our series on 1 Peter continues with a look at the importance of being holy as God is holy in order fully to live lives of shameless audacity in a world that refuses to know God.

Alan Jamieson begins our series through 1 Peter, a series that will look at how hold dual citizenship in this world; how we can live fully and faithfully as God's people in a world that doesn't know him.

Alan Jamieson begins our series through 1 Peter, a series that will look at how hold dual citizenship in this world; how we can live fully and faithfully as God's people in a world that doesn't know him.

Dave Graham looks ahead and asks what adventure God might be inviting us into this year.

John Tucker takes us to the book of Daniel 2 in order to explore God's promise of hope to his people.

Alan Jamieson examines who we are as South West Baptist, what it means to strive together for the faith of the gospel, and how to support and champion the people we see striving to work for the coming of the kingdom of God.

Alan Jamieson brings our Micah series to a conclusion with a look to the future, to what God requires of his people and what God longs for for his world.

Alan Jamieson brings our Micah series to a conclusion with a look to the future, to what God requires of his people and what God longs for for his world.

Jo Robertson continues our journey through Micah, tackling the subject of hope, and the importance of being God's people of hope in a world in desperate need of it.

Jo Robertson continues our journey through Micah, tackling the subject of hope, and the importance of being God's people of hope in a world in desperate need of it.

Alan and Charles wrap up Baptist Hui 2019 with a call to engage in shamelessly audacious prayer for the sake of the kingdom, and to ask ourselves what is it that we could be praying for, however impossible or outrageous.

David Graham continues our Micah series with an examination of leadership, and a look at what God actually requires of us.

Alan and Charles wrap up Baptist Hui 2019 with a call to engage in shamelessly audacious prayer for the sake of the kingdom, and to ask ourselves what is it that we could be praying for, however impossible or outrageous.

David Graham continues our Micah series with an examination of leadership, and a look at what God actually requires of us.

Micah shows us how important it is that God's people be able to read the times in which they live. Alan Jamieson examines our times and in particular the disconnection and relational poverty experienced by today's 18-35 year olds.

Micah shows us how important it is that God's people be able to read the times in which they live. Alan Jamieson examines our times and in particular the disconnection and relational poverty experienced by today's 18-35 year olds.

Alan Jamieson looks at Micah's prophetic call to the people to live out their love of God in practical, loving ways, and how the challenging message of the prophet also challenges us today

Alan Jamieson opens our series on Micah with a look at the prophet's message, and God's call to his people to turn back to him, away from idolatry, and towards a life of faithful, loving obedience.

Alan Jamieson looks at Micah's prophetic call to the people to live out their love of God in practical, loving ways, and how the challenging message of the prophet also challenges us today

We hear the stories behind the SWBC worship songs being released on EP today (songs not included here, but available on Spotify and Apple Music).

We hear the stories behind the SWBC worship songs being released on EP today (songs not included here, but available on Spotify and Apple Music).

Katie Kingsthwaite shares her experience of welcoming the stranger in her work at SWBC since March 15.

Katie Kingsthwaite shares her experience of welcoming the stranger in her work at SWBC since March 15.

Curtis Higginson shares his testimony, looking at how we do not have to walk alone and the importance of our four key relationships in shaping us.

Alan Jamieson looks at the mysterious way that seed grows, and our job in sowing the seeds of the kingdom, and trusting God for the growth.

Alan Jamieson looks at the mysterious way that seed grows, and our job in sowing the seeds of the kingdom, and trusting God for the growth.

Curtis Higginson shares his testimony, looking at how we do not have to walk alone and the importance of our four key relationships in shaping us.

Jo Robertson looks at the parable of the mustard seed and the strangeness and unpredictability of the kingdom of God.

Jo Robertson looks at the parable of the mustard seed and the strangeness and unpredictability of the kingdom of God.

It's one of Jesus' most famous parables, it's the first encountered in the gospel of Mark, and it's one that Jesus himself provides an interpretation of. Alan Jamieson takes us through the parable of the sower and asks, 'What kind of soil are we?'

How is Jesus the light? Why is he so keen to shine in our lives, revealing the good and the bad? David Graham looks at the parable of the lamp on the stand, and how Jesus is the light that wants to shine forth and be seen.

It's one of Jesus' most famous parables, it's the first encountered in the gospel of Mark, and it's one that Jesus himself provides an interpretation of. Alan Jamieson takes us through the parable of the sower and asks, 'What kind of soil are we?'

How is Jesus the light? Why is he so keen to shine in our lives, revealing the good and the bad? David Graham looks at the parable of the lamp on the stand, and how Jesus is the light that wants to shine forth and be seen.

As we end our journey through Jonah and look ahead to Global Missions week, John Robertson looks at the connection between Jonah and mission to all the people of God's world, and asks whether we will be like Jonah or whether we will listen to and obey God and go.

Alan Jamieson shows us how no one - not even runaway Jonah - can ever fall beyond the reach of God, but also how Jonah needed to learn this for himself so that he could - maybe? hopefully? - see the need to apply the same logic to others.

Alan Jamieson shows us how no one - not even runaway Jonah - can ever fall beyond the reach of God, but also how Jonah needed to learn this for himself so that he could - maybe? hopefully? - see the need to apply the same logic to others.

As we end our journey through Jonah and look ahead to Global Missions week, John Robertson looks at the connection between Jonah and mission to all the people of God's world, and asks whether we will be like Jonah or whether we will listen to and obey God and go.

Jonah finally goes to Nineveh to deliver God's message of judgement to the people. Jo Robertson shares what we can learn about the nature and character of God based on how the NInevites respond to that message.

Jonah finally goes to Nineveh to deliver God's message of judgement to the people. Jo Robertson shares what we can learn about the nature and character of God based on how the NInevites respond to that message.

Steve Withington opens out series on Jonah with a look at Jonah's reasons for fleeing the presence of God, and the implications of this for God's - and our - mission in the world.

The Reverend Dr Lyndon Drake reflects on the history of the gospel in New Zealand, and how what Jesus says in Luke 12 speaks to us against the background of this history.

The Reverend Dr Lyndon Drake reflects on the history of the gospel in New Zealand, and how what Jesus says in Luke 12 speaks to us against the background of this history.

Jo Robertson discusses the global power of coffee and what it means to seek God's kingdom in our economic decisions that, whether we realise it or not, directly effect the poor and marginalised all over the world.

Grant Chivers looks at the rituals we have (including "catching up over a coffee") in the way we maintain our relationships with each other and with God, and the ways we can meet God when we do.

Jo Robertson discusses the global power of coffee and what it means to seek God's kingdom in our economic decisions that, whether we realise it or not, directly effect the poor and marginalised all over the world.

Grant Chivers looks at the rituals we have (including "catching up over a coffee") in the way we maintain our relationships with each other and with God, and the ways we can meet God when we do.

Alan Jamieson contimues our Mid Winter series by looking at the Christian beliefs that inspired the Cadbury family to use their businesses to care for the poor, oppressed and marginalised of their communities - and how their compassionate capitalism was eventually destroyed by capitalistic greed.

Alan Jamieson begins our Mid Winter series by looking at how the deeply embedded Christian beliefs the Cadbury family (and other "chocolate" families) inspired them to use their businesses as a platform for their care for and agitation on behalf of the poor, oppressed and marginalised of their communities.

Alan Jamieson contimues our Mid Winter series by looking at the Christian beliefs that inspired the Cadbury family to use their businesses to care for the poor, oppressed and marginalised of their communities - and how their compassionate capitalism was eventually destroyed by capitalistic greed.

Alan Jamieson begins our Mid Winter series by looking at how the deeply embedded Christian beliefs the Cadbury family (and other "chocolate" families) inspired them to use their businesses as a platform for their care for and agitation on behalf of the poor, oppressed and marginalised of their communities.

Jo Robertson looks at the call of the tax collector Levi, the party he threw at his house afterwards, and what this tells us about the call of Jesus to each of us, and the call to us to go to the poor and the marginalised and others not normally included in community.

Jo Robertson looks at the call of the tax collector Levi, the party he threw at his house afterwards, and what this tells us about the call of Jesus to each of us, and the call to us to go to the poor and the marginalised and others not normally included in community.

David Graham looks at the outrageous extent to which some people went in order to get their sick friend to Jesus, and the doubly outrageous response of Jesus.

Claire Russell looks at the clash between Jesus and the Pharisees over Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath.

To acknowledge the 30th anniversary of the Cross Over Trust, Jo Robertson briefly interviews three of the people involved in its establishment, before going on to look at the miracle of Jesus feeding 5000 with only five loaves and two fish.

To acknowledge the 30th anniversary of the Cross Over Trust, Jo Robertson briefly interviews three of the people involved in its establishment, before going on to look at the miracle of Jesus feeding 5000 with only five loaves and two fish.

David Graham introduces baptism as we celebrate with three people being baptised tonight.

Steve Withington looks at the nature of God's healing and the hope it brings, through the stories of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood.

David Graham introduces baptism as we celebrate with three people being baptised tonight.

Alan Jamieson looks at Jesus' healing of the demoniac and examines what this tells us about evil and the power of God.

Jesus' argument with the Pharisees over what is clean and unclean provides the basis for Alan Jamieson's look at the subtle evil that grows from deceit and deception.

Alan Jamieson looks at Jesus' healing of the demoniac and examines what this tells us about evil and the power of God.

Jesus' argument with the Pharisees over what is clean and unclean provides the basis for Alan Jamieson's look at the subtle evil that grows from deceit and deception.

Alan Jamieson looks at a passage in which Jesus heals many people, and talks about God's healing ways.

Alan Jamieson looks at the relationship between Jesus and nature, the his power to clam the waters, both literally and figuratively in being with us in the storms of life.

Alan Jamieson looks at a passage in which Jesus heals many people, and talks about God's healing ways.

Alan Jamieson looks at the relationship between Jesus and nature, the his power to clam the waters, both literally and figuratively in being with us in the storms of life.

Grant Chivers looks at the importance of discipleship, the concept of a "person of peace", and introduces the Discovery Bible Method of bible study.

Alan Jamieson takes us through the story of the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples gathered in the upper room, as they wait for the gift promised by Jesus.

Alan Jamieson takes us through the story of the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples gathered in the upper room, as they wait for the gift promised by Jesus.

Grant Chivers looks at the importance of discipleship, the concept of a "person of peace", and introduces the Discovery Bible Method of bible study.

What stops us from opening our eyes and seeing God's presence at work in our lives? What was it that finally opened the eyes of the two disciples travelling with a disguised Jesus to finally recognise him?

God always asks questions of us, and always invites us into a deeper relationship with him. Alan Jamieson looks at what Jesus asked the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, and how what resulted deepened their understanding of who God was.

What stops us from opening our eyes and seeing God's presence at work in our lives? What was it that finally opened the eyes of the two disciples travelling with a disguised Jesus to finally recognise him?

God always asks questions of us, and always invites us into a deeper relationship with him. Alan Jamieson looks at what Jesus asked the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, and how what resulted deepened their understanding of who God was.

Our "Road to Emmaus" series continues with a look at how Jesus made sense of the scriptures for his disciples, and how Jesus himself is the meaning behind, and the point of, scripture.

Sharon Garlough Brown, speaker and author of the "Sensible Shoes" series of books, talks about why we can become disappointed with God, what we can be do about it, and the importance of being honest with God even in these circumstances.

Our "Road to Emmaus" series continues with a look at how Jesus made sense of the scriptures for his disciples, and how Jesus himself is the meaning behind, and the point of, scripture.

Sharon Garlough Brown, speaker and author of the "Sensible Shoes" series of books, talks about why we can become disappointed with God, what we can be do about it, and the importance of being honest with God even in these circumstances.

In a tangent to our Emmaus series, Murray Robertson looks at Peter's call to go to the Gentile Cornelius and the implications this episode had for the early church, and what it means for the relationship between Christians and Muslims today.

Alan Jamieson looks at the dashed hopes of the two disciples on the Emmaus Road, how Jesus speaks to those hopes, revives them, and takes the disciples deeper into a renewed hope in God.

In a tangent to our Emmaus series, Murray Robertson looks at Peter's call to go to the Gentile Cornelius and the implications this episode had for the early church, and what it means for the relationship between Christians and Muslims today.

Alan Jamieson begins our post-Easter series on The Road to Emmaus with a look at how Jesus can meet us in the midst of disillusionment - disillusionment that is often necessary on order for true community to grow.

Alan Jamieson examines the importance of welcoming and accepting the stranger into our lives by looking at the impact had by the stranger the two disciples encountered on the road to Emmaus.

Alan Jamieson begins our post-Easter series on The Road to Emmaus with a look at how Jesus can meet us in the midst of disillusionment - disillusionment that is often necessary on order for true community to grow.

Tash Higginson asks if we were in the place of the disciples on that Easter Sunday morning, "would we believe?" Then three people share their testimonies of how God has been miraculously working in their lives lately.

Tash Higginson asks if we were in the place of the disciples on that Easter Sunday morning, "would we believe?" Then three people share their testimonies of how God has been miraculously working in their lives lately.

Derek and Jane Wenmouth share the story of their time at Spreydon/South West, sharing stories of God's faithfulness along the way.

Our Easter Sunday service sees Alan Jamieson invite us to leave all our baggage at the foot of the cross, and no longer unnecessarily carry it around with us.

Our Easter Sunday service sees Alan Jamieson invite us to leave all our baggage at the foot of the cross, and no longer unnecessarily carry it around with us.

As we enter the final week leading up to Easter, Alan Jamieson looks at how God was at work in the terrible events of Good Friday and how he is at work in the world today.

Alan Jamieson looks at the three days of Easter, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Resurrection Sunday, through the lens of Agony, Absence and Alleluia.

As we enter the final week leading up to Easter, Alan Jamieson looks at how God was at work in the terrible events of Good Friday and how he is at work in the world today.

Alan Jamieson looks at the three days of Easter, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Resurrection Sunday, through the lens of Agony, Absence and Alleluia.

Sean Pawson examines the nature of the Passover meal Jesus shared with his disciples, both what the meal commemorates and what it looks forward to.

Alan Jamieson explains why we, as disciples of Jesus, need to have salt and fire in our lives.

Sean Pawson examines the nature of the Passover meal Jesus shared with his disciples, both what the meal commemorates and what it looks forward to.

Alan Jamieson explains why we, as disciples of Jesus, need to have salt and fire in our lives.

Jo Robertson examines the costly nature of love, and how we need to take the time to see people as they really are in order to love them as they really are - just like the woman who anointed Jesus' head with perfume did.

Jo Robertson examines the costly nature of love, and how we need to take the time to see people as they really are in order to love them as they really are - just like the woman who anointed Jesus' head with perfume did.

The full Sunday morning service following the attacks on the Christchurch mosques, with a focus on finding hope in the midst of grief.

The full Sunday morning service following the attacks on the Christchurch mosques, with a focus on finding hope in the midst of grief.

Alan Jamieson looks at the challenge Jesus brings and what a normal Christian life following Jesus looks like.

Alan Jamieson looks at a key moment - a 'Kairos' moment in the lives of the disciples, as Jesus asks them, "Who do people say I am?", and "Who do you say that I am?"

Alan Jamieson looks at a key moment - a 'Kairos' moment in the lives of the disciples, as Jesus asks them, "Who do people say I am?", and "Who do you say that I am?"

Alan Jamieson looks at the challenge Jesus brings and what a normal Christian life following Jesus looks like.

Alan Jamieson looks at a day in the kingdom with Jesus and asks "Is there room in our lives for the king to be the king?"

Four fishermen dropped their nets, left their boats and families and followed Jesus - no hesitation, no questions asked. Jo Robertson investigates why they did this and what it meant for them later on down the road.

Steve Withington looks at the calling of the first disciples, and examines what we leave behind in order to follow Jesus, and asks what Jesus might be calling us to now.

Four fishermen dropped their nets, left their boats and families and followed Jesus - no hesitation, no questions asked. Jo Robertson investigates why they did this and what it meant for them later on down the road.

Steve Withington looks at the calling of the first disciples, and examines what we leave behind in order to follow Jesus, and asks what Jesus might be calling us to now.

Alan Jamieson examines the beginning of Jesus' ministry, when he stands up and proclaims who he is and what he has come for.

Alan Jamieson examines the beginning of Jesus' ministry, when he stands up and proclaims who he is and what he has come for.

Jesus begins to share who he is and why he is here, and what his followers can do to help bring God's kingdom to the world.

What is the point of baptism? And why did Jesus get baptised? What does his choosing to get baptised by John tell us about the relationship between Jesus and his Father, and the Father's relationship with us?

What is the point of baptism? And why did Jesus get baptised? What does his choosing to get baptised by John tell us about the relationship between Jesus and his Father, and the Father's relationship with us?

Alan Jamieson looks at the person and message of John the Baptist, and what his call to repent and turn back to God means for us.

Alan Jamieson looks at the person and message of John the Baptist, and what his call to repent and turn back to God means for us.

Alan Jamieson begins our series on the gospel of Mark with a look at the importance of focusing on Christ alone, and opening ourselves up to what God wants to do in us.

Our Summer Series concludes with a look at Jesus' cleansing of the Temple and the connection between this and his cursing of the fig tree.

Our Summer Series concludes with a look at Jesus' cleansing of the Temple and the connection between this and his cursing of the fig tree.

Alan Thomson examines our assumptions about how we read the story of Jesus' anointing by the 'sinful woman', and what a re-reading of that story might tell us about our equality as believers before God.

Alan Thomson examines our assumptions about how we read the story of Jesus' anointing by the 'sinful woman', and what a re-reading of that story might tell us about our equality as believers before God.

Alan Thomson continues our Summer Series by looking at some famous biblical stories, and unpacking them in a way that allows us to see things that we might not normally see in them, beginning with the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman.

Alan Thomson continues our Summer Series by looking at some famous biblical stories, and unpacking them in a way that allows us to see things that we might not normally see in them, beginning with the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman.

Our Summer Stories series begins with Alan Jamieson looking at the courage of Joseph, betrothed of Mary, and his willingness to trust God and courageously follow his call, no matter what.

Our Summer Stories series begins with Alan Jamieson looking at the courage of Joseph, betrothed of Mary, and his willingness to trust God and courageously follow his call, no matter what.

Advent continues with a look at what the early disciples discovered when they first encountered Jesus, and spent the day with him.

Advent continues with a look at what the early disciples discovered when they first encountered Jesus, and spent the day with him.

Our Advent series continues with a look at the coming of Jesus as an opportunity for us to have life, and life abundantly. What does abundant life actually look like?

Our Advent series continues with a look at the coming of Jesus as an opportunity for us to have life, and life abundantly. What does abundant life actually look like?

Alan Jamieson looks at Advent as a season when we are especially invited to become children of God, the way we were always meant to be.

Alan Jamieson begins our Advent series with a look at the beginning of the gospel of John, and the connection between the word, the Word and the World.

Alan Jamieson looks at Advent as a season when we are especially invited to become children of God, the way we were always meant to be.

Alan Jamieson continues our Relationships series with a look at marriage and how Christian marriage is a sign and a symbol of what God wants to in eternity.

Alan Jamieson continues our Relationships series with a look at marriage and how Christian marriage is a sign and a symbol of what God wants to in eternity.

Our Colossians series continues with a look at what it means to be unified, and how we live out the truth that we are all equal in Christ.

Alan Jamieson looks at the topic of discipleship and what it means to be called by God, and the flow of the movement of discipleship in our lives.

Alan Jamieson looks at the topic of discipleship and what it means to be called by God, and the flow of the movement of discipleship in our lives.

Our Colossians series kicks off with Alan Jamieson looking at how Christ is the foundation of who we are and how we define ourselves.

Alan Jamieson goes back to the bible passage preached from 45 years ago when SWBC began its global missions journey to find out what impact one church can have in God's mission of reaching the poor and unreached.

Jo Robertson looks at where we as a church fit into the global picture of God's mission, and share's some stories of SWBC people who have spent time overseas in mission.

Jo Robertson looks at where we as a church fit into the global picture of God's mission, and share's some stories of SWBC people who have spent time overseas in mission.

Alan Jamieson goes back to the bible passage preached from 45 years ago when SWBC began its global missions journey to find out what impact one church can have in God's mission of reaching the poor and unreached.

Tim Costello, current Chief Advocate (and former CEO) of World Vision Australia begins our Global Missions series with a look at Jesus' call to love our enemies, and what that means for the building of God's community and the mission of the church.

Tim Costello, current Chief Advocate (and former CEO) of World Vision Australia begins our Global Missions series with a look at Jesus' call to love our enemies, and what that means for the building of God's community and the mission of the church.

John Robertson talks about the brokenness we see in the world around us, and how the God who loves the world and gave himself for it, is found in the midst of the brokenness.

David Graham ends our series on Romans with a look at the way God is found in the pain and brokenness of the world and how we are called, through the work of the Spirit, to enter into the world and work for transformation.

John Robertson talks about the brokenness we see in the world around us, and how the God who loves the world and gave himself for it, is found in the midst of the brokenness.

David Graham ends our series on Romans with a look at the way God is found in the pain and brokenness of the world and how we are called, through the work of the Spirit, to enter into the world and work for transformation.

Steve Graham shows how care for creation has always been part of humanity's God-given vocation.

Andrew Shepherd examines the ecological crisis/collapse that the world is currently facing, asking how we as followers of Jesus should live and what role hope has in our lives, particularly in relation to the environment.

Steve Graham shows how care for creation has always been part of humanity's God-given vocation.

Sharing from her recently published book "Dishonoured and Unheard: Christian Women and Domestic Violence", Daphne Marsden talks of Christian women living with or recovering from domestic violence, and how our reactions and assumptions can sometimes cause more pain - but that in Christ there is only love, not condemnation.

Sharing from her recently published book "Dishonoured and Unheard: Christian Women and Domestic Violence", Daphne Marsden talks of Christian women living with or recovering from domestic violence, and how our reactions and assumptions can sometimes cause more pain - but that in Christ there is only love, not condemnation.

Our Romans series continues with Callum Stewart-Ward taking us through the beginning of chapter 7, and how we have been set free from being defined by - and defining others by - the things that divide us, and united together by Christ.

Our Romans series continues with Callum Stewart-Ward taking us through the beginning of chapter 7, and how we have been set free from being defined by - and defining others by - the things that divide us, and united together by Christ.

Jo Robertson looks at the freedom that faith in God gives us, and the fact that we haven't just been set free 'from' something but also set free 'for' a purpose - to bring freedom to the rest of God's world.

Wayne Sangster continues our Romans series as we come to chapter 6 as Paul writes how are to be dead to sin and alive to God.

Henk Smit takes us through Romans 6, and, just as Paul asked, asks us what our reaction to sin is, and how important it is that we not let sin reign on our lives.

Henk Smit takes us through Romans 6, and, just as Paul asked, asks us what our reaction to sin is, and how important it is that we not let sin reign on our lives.

Wayne Sangster continues our Romans series as we come to chapter 6 as Paul writes how are to be dead to sin and alive to God.

Sean Pawson looks at what Paul says in Romans 5 about faith, hope and love, and what this means for us.

Sean Pawson looks at what Paul says in Romans 5 about faith, hope and love, and what this means for us.

Alan Thomson takes us through Romans 4, looking at the promises of God made to Abraham, and how those promises were fulfilled, and are being fulfilled in our lives today.

Alan Thomson takes us through Romans 4, looking at the promises of God made to Abraham, and how those promises were fulfilled, and are being fulfilled in our lives today.

David Graham looks at Paul's account of the story of Abraham, and what that means for the hope we place in God for the promises and dreams that he gives us.

We have been justified and redeemed because of God's righteousness and faithfulness. What does this mean?

We have been justified and redeemed because of God's righteousness and faithfulness. What does this mean?

Our Romans series continues with Steve Withington taking a look at the state of our hearts and how it connects to God's judgement and mercy.

Our Romans series continues with Steve Withington taking a look at the state of our hearts and how it connects to God's judgement and mercy.

Alan Jamieson continues our series on Romans. (WARNING: this message contains content suitable for a mature audience only.)

Alan Jamieson continues our series on Romans. (WARNING: this message contains content suitable for a mature audience only.)

Jo Robertson looks at what Paul means when he says he is a slave of Jesus Christ and what that would have meant to the recipients of his letter, living at the heart of the Roman empire.

Jo Robertson looks at what Paul means when he says he is a slave of Jesus Christ and what that would have meant to the recipients of his letter, living at the heart of the Roman empire.

Murray Robertson opens our series on Romans with a look at the content of the gospel of God, and Paul's impassioned commitment to spreading the message of Jesus.

Dr Bob Robinson looks at the meeting at the well between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, and investigates how the approach Jesus took in this encounter can inform our encounters with those of other faiths, particularly Muslims.

Claire Russell sums up our entire "Prayer Changes Us" series by asking us what we have learnt, how we have encountered God and what we will do in prayer going forward.

David Graham looks back over the "Prayer Changes Us" series and looks at how prayer changes us in secret, is taught, and is an intimate encounter with God.

David Graham looks back over the "Prayer Changes Us" series and looks at how prayer changes us in secret, is taught, and is an intimate encounter with God.

Claire Russell sums up our entire "Prayer Changes Us" series by asking us what we have learnt, how we have encountered God and what we will do in prayer going forward.

Alan Jamieson looks at the third temptation of Jesus, the temptation to lead rather than be led, and examines how Jesus' final words to Peter show us how to do avoid this temptation and why it is so important to do so.

The temptation to be spectacular, to be popular, to be the hero, is one we are always faced with. Jesus faced it too, but how he responded shows us how we, together, are to avoid the lure of this temptation.

Alan Jamieson looks at the importance of using our whole body in worship and prayer, the role our body plays in how we present ourselves to God, and addresses our reluctance to do so.

The temptation to be spectacular, to be popular, to be the hero, is one we are always faced with. Jesus faced it too, but how he responded shows us how we, together, are to avoid the lure of this temptation.

Alan Jamieson looks at the importance of using our whole body in worship and prayer, the role our body plays in how we present ourselves to God, and addresses our reluctance to do so.

Alan Jamieson discusses the importance of solitude and silence as a way to reconnect with our soul and with God, something that is especially important in a society that has so many things to distract us and keep us busy and burn us out.

When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, he was offered the chance to be relevant, to be current, important, significant. He refused, as his time in the wilderness had taught him something important about himself: that he was beloved by God - something we need to accept about ourselves too.

When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, he was offered the chance to be relevant, to be current, important, significant. He refused, as his time in the wilderness had taught him something important about himself: that he was beloved by God - something we need to accept about ourselves too.

Alan Jamieson discusses the importance of solitude and silence as a way to reconnect with our soul and with God, something that is especially important in a society that has so many things to distract us and keep us busy and burn us out.

Such is the love that God lavishes on us that there is always more of God waiting for us if we are open to seeking him out and letting him bless us with more of him.

Alan Jamieson investigates the importance of the word of God for our lives, our growth in God and our prayer lives.

Such is the love that God lavishes on us that there is always more of God waiting for us if we are open to seeking him out and letting him bless us with more of him.

Alan Jamieson introduces us to the idea of "praying scripture", and takes us through an example of it in order to show us how it can be a great tool in our prayer arsenal.

Alan Jamieson introduces us to the idea of "praying scripture", and takes us through an example of it in order to show us how it can be a great tool in our prayer arsenal.

“Prayer does not change us. Prayer puts us in a great posture towards the God who changes us.” Alan Jamieson shares how we can put ourselves in this posture before God.

Jo Robertson discusses how our intercessory prayers for the world must hold in tension the pain and suffering of others as well as the hope offered by God.

Jo Robertson discusses how our intercessory prayers for the world must hold in tension the pain and suffering of others as well as the hope offered by God.

Alan Jamieson reveals why it is so important that when we pray we offer all of our selves - everything we are, inside and out, with no holding back.

Alan Jamieson reveals why it is so important that when we pray we offer all of our selves - everything we are, inside and out, with no holding back.