Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.

Self-denial is one of the quiet marks of true discipleship. Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me” (Luke 9:23). In a world that constantly tells us to pursue comfort, recognition, and personal fulfilment above all else, Christ calls us to something deeper - surrender. Self-denial is not about self-hatred or pretending our needs do not matter. Rather, it is choosing God’s will above our own desires. It is saying “yes” to obedience even when it costs us convenience, pride, or control. Sometimes self-denial looks dramatic, but often it is found in ordinary moments: choosing patience instead of anger, forgiveness instead of bitterness, generosity instead of selfishness, or humility instead of needing to be right.

Jesus Himself is our perfect example. He laid aside His glory, humbled Himself, and became obedient even to death on a cross. Because He first denied Himself for us, we can trust Him when He asks us to follow Him in the same way. The amazing truth is this: when we surrender ourselves to Christ, we do not lose life - we find it. In giving ourselves fully to Him, we discover true freedom, joy, and peace.

With love & blessings, 

Sandra

Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.

“Accepting God’s no requires as great a faith as carrying out His yes.”

I came across this quote this week and it really spoke to me. Today this truth invites us into a deeper trust - not just in what God does, but in who He is. It’s often easier to step forward when doors swing open, when prayers are answered the way we hoped, or when the path feels clear. Saying “yes” alongside God can feel energising and purposeful.

But when God says “no,” something quieter is required - surrender. A “no” from God is not rejection; it is redirection. It is the loving hand of a Father who sees beyond what you can see. Where you perceive loss, He may be protecting. Where you feel delay, He may be preparing. Faith in these moments is not loud or visible - it is steady, rooted, and resilient.

Think of Jesus in the garden, accepting the Father’s will even when it meant suffering. That was not weak faith - it was perfect trust.

Today, if you are carrying a “no,” don’t rush past it. Sit with it. Let it shape your dependence on Him. God’s “no” is still part of His goodness toward you. Trusting His refusals is just as holy as obeying His commands.

With love & blessings, 

Sandra

Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.

There is something uniquely powerful about gathering together in worship. While personal devotion is vital, God never intended for faith to be lived in isolation. From the early church meeting daily (Acts 2:46) to the call in Hebrews 10:25 not to neglect meeting together, Scripture reminds us that worship is meant to be shared.

When we come together, our voices unite in praise, strengthening one another’s faith. A weary heart can be lifted simply by hearing others sing truth. A discouraged spirit can be renewed through shared prayer and encouragement. In worship, we remind each other who God is - faithful, sovereign, and worthy - regardless of our circumstances.

Corporate worship also reflects the nature of God’s Kingdom. It is a foretaste of Heaven, where people from every nation will worship together before the throne. When we gather, we step into something bigger than ourselves - we become part of a living, breathing testimony of God’s grace at work in His people.

Let’s not take this gift lightly. Let’s make it a priority, not out of obligation, but out of joy. Come ready to give, to receive, and to glorify God together.

With love & blessings, 

Sandra

Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.

The Bible speaks clearly about the end times - not to stir fear, but to anchor our hope. When we read passages like Matthew 24 or Revelation, we are reminded that the world as we know it is not the end of the story. God is sovereign over history, and every promise He has made will be fulfilled.

Jesus warned that there would be uncertainty, trials, and shaking in the last days. Yet He also gave a comforting assurance: “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Even when the world feels unstable, our foundation remains secure in Him.

The end times are not just about future events - they are an invitation to live faithfully today. We are called to stay awake spiritually, to love others deeply, and to share the hope we have in Christ. Every act of faithfulness matters in light of eternity. Rather than fear what is to come, we can look forward with confidence. Jesus will return, justice will be restored, and His Kingdom will be fully revealed.

So today, let’s lift our eyes, live with purpose and remember that the same God who holds the future is the One who walks with us right now.

With love & blessings, 

Sandra