Weekly sermon podcast from Gympie Presbyterian Church
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Our Christian Benefits Package (Romans 5:1-5)
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27:16What benefits come from knowing Jesus? Outline Benefits package… Peace with God Access to God Hope in God. Loved by God Presence of GodBy Shane Wright
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When trapped by a question about divorce, Jesus goes back to the beginning to show that in the Kingdom of Heaven, believers are called to faithfulness to God in marriage and singleness. Outline Back to where it started (vv1-2) Faithfulness (to God) in marriage (vv3-9) Faithfulness (to God) in singleness (vv10-12)…
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Those who are forgiven love to forgive. In this message we hear how God values forgiveness and through knowing God’s forgiveness in Christ we can learn to forgive. Outline How much forgiveness? (vv 21-22) A story of generous forgiveness (vv 23-27) A story of evil ruthlessness (vv 26-34) The warning (v 35) Being forgiven and learning to forgive A gr…
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How should we respond when we see a ‘wandering sheep’? Outline If a brother or sister sins (vv15-17) If he or she refuses (vv17-20)By Daniel Saunders
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What does Jesus think is great? In this message, we hear Jesus’ confronting and comforting words to us, whether we think we’re ‘great’ or a ’little one’. Outline Enter humbly (vv1-4) Receive little ones (vv5-10) Rejoice over wanderers (vv12-14)By Daniel Saunders
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Why We Need Easter Sunday (2 Corinthians 4:7-18)
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20:38What good is your religion, spirituality, or life philosophy if it has nothing to say in the face of suffering. In this Easter message, we hear how the resurrection of Jesus is the hope we need in suffering. Outline Where does suffering come from? How does Easter Sunday give hope in suffering?By Daniel Saunders
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Why We Need Good Friday (Colossians 1:15-23)
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17:41We need Good Friday because our problem runs deep and Christ crucified is our only solution. Outline Our problem God’s solutionBy Daniel Saunders
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After the ‘mountain-top experience,’ when the reality of sin and suffering come crashing in, how can we still have faith in Jesus? Outline Jesus’ patience, power, and position Do you have faith?By Daniel Saunders
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There are some things you see that change everything. Seeing Jesus glory changes everything and changes you. Outline Look at Jesus (vv1-4) Listen to Jesus (vv5-8) Glory and Suffering (vv9-13) Glory and change (1 John 3:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18)By Daniel Saunders
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Who do you say Jesus is? In this message we hear the answer to this most important question and the difference it makes. Outline Don’t seek signs (vv1-4) Beware bad teaching (vv5-12) Who do you say Jesus is? (vv13-23) Will you follow Jesus? (vv24-28) (Apologies for poor audio quality due to technical issues.)…
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Take Your Place at the Table (Ephesians 2:1-22)
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29:13In the message we’re reminded of God’s gracious invitation to join the feast at his table. Outline Dead in Sin (vv1-3) Reconciled to God through Jesus (vv4-10) One in Christ (vv11-18) Welcomed at the Feast (vv19-22)By Vaughan Smith
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Have you ever felt like an ‘outsider’? In this part of Matthew’s biography of Jesus we see Jesus overflowing mercy to outsiders, a sign of God’s invitation to ’the wedding supper of the Lamb.’ Outline ‘Crumbs’ for the Unclean (vv21-28) A feast for those far-away (vv29-39) You’re invited to the feast! (Revelation 19:6-9)…
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The Heart of the Kingdom (Matthew 15:1-20)
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26:28In the face of a serious problem, you need a serious solution. In this passage, Jesus tells us sin is a serious problem—it comes from our heart. Which means we need a serious saviour. Outline Do you nullify God’s word? (vv1-9) What really makes us unclean (vv10-19) The issue of the heartBy Daniel Saunders
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Does Jesus care? Will Jesus provide? As we consider two amazing miracles, we see Jesus, the king of the Bountiful Kingdom, in action. Outline Jesus’ Feast (vv13-22) Jesus’ Identity (vv23-46)By Daniel Saunders
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In this message we see two different ways people reject Jesus and the Kingdom of Heaven, which is a challenge for us to be humbly amazed by him. Outline Is Jesus too familiar? (13:53-58) Is Jesus a threat? (4:1-12) Humbly amazed by JesusBy Daniel Saunders
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What is your greatest treasure? In this message we explore reasons why the Kingdom of Heaven should be treasured about all else. Outline Priceless treasure (vv44-46) Why treasure? (vv47-49) Treasures new and old (vv51-52)By Daniel Saunders
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Have you ever had what you thought were unmet expectations? In this message we hear Jesus tell three stories that help us have right expectations for life following him now as we wait patiently for the complete coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. Outline Hidden stories (vv24-33) Prophecy fulfilled (vv34-35) Kingdom revealed (vv36-43)…
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Do you (or someone you know) have selective hearing? What about with God? In this message, Jesus calls us to have ears to hear his message. Outline Nice story (vv1-9) Why stories? (vv10-17) Hear the story (vv18-23)By Daniel Saunders
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If Christ is building his church so that all creation will see the wisdom of God, what should churches do when we gather? Outline A model church Apostles’ Teaching (Acts 2:42; Ephesians 4:11-13) Sharing (Acts 2:42-46; 1 Corinthians 11:17-35) Prayer (and song) (Acts 2:42, 47; Colossians 3:16-17) Adding (Acts 2:47; 1 Corinthians 14:24-25) Christ’s Ch…
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How? Church (Hebrews 10:19-25; Romans 12)
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25:09How does ‘church’ bring glory to God? Outline By gathering (Deuteronomy 4:10; Hebrews 12:22-24) to encourage (Hebrews 10:19-25) one another (Romans 12) (A word about elders)By Daniel Saunders
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Why? Church (Matthew 16:13-20; Ephesians 2-4)
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26:46Why has the risen and ascended Lord Jesus made ’the church'? Outline The church Jesus builds (Matthew 16:16-18; 28:18-20) Called to be… (Ephesians 2:11-22; 3:8; 4:1-6) So that… (Ephesians 3:7-12; 4:11-16)By Daniel Saunders
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Outline The critical hour The critical failure The critical questionBy Peter Bloomfield
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When there is opposition or persectuion, followers of Jesus may think they’re on the ‘wrong side of history’. But Psalm 2 explains why believers in Jesus can have bold confidence especially when ’the nations rage’. Outline Listen to the Song (Psalm 2) Why do the Nations (Still) Rage?Acts 13:26-33Acts 4:23-31 Will you ‘kiss the Son’? (Note: the firs…
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How to Be Blessed Like Mary This Christmas (Luke 1:39-45)
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17:23Christmas 2025 message. Outline Why do we need God’s blessing? Why is Mary blessed? How you can be blessed too.By Daniel Saunders
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How to Listen Like (Another) Mary This Christmas (Luke 10:38-42)
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17:33A message from our carols service. Outline Martha’s complaint Mary’s better choiceBy Daniel Saunders
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In this message from Philippians 4 we hear of the joy of generous, costly, partnership in the gospel. Outline In Christ we learn contentment (vv10-13) In Christ we learn generous partnership (vv14-16) In Christ we benefit from partnership (vv17-20) In Christ our ‘circles’ grow (vv21-23)By Daniel Saunders
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How should we deal when we conflict or tension with others? In this message from Philippians, we hear how the gospel gives us the resources we need to deal with conflict and know God’s peace. Outline Be united (vv2-3) Guard your heart and mind (vv4-9)By Daniel Saunders
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What’s your goal or purpose for life? In this message, we hear Paul’s encouragement to follow his example and press on to the goal of knowing Christ. Outline Press on to the goal (3:12-16) Follow the right examples (3:17-21) Press on and Stand Firm (4:1)By Daniel Saunders
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Can you be confident before God? In this message, we hear the great news that, through faith in Christ, we can be 100% confident in our standing before God. Outline Another example (vv1-3) Confidence in ‘the flesh’ (vv4-6) Confidence in Christ (vv7-11)By Daniel Saunders
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In this message we hear how Jesus powerfully changes his people, so we might shine brightly. Outline The gospel and work (vv12-13) Gospel light (vv14-18) The example of gospel-workers (vv19-30)By Daniel Saunders
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Jesus - both by his example but, even more, as we’re united to him, teaches the humility needed for unity. Outline A Call to Unity and Humility (vv1-4) United to the Humble Christ (vv5-8) United to the Exalted Christ (vv9-11) Living Gospel HumilityBy Daniel Saunders
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What’s your number one priority in life? What gets you out of bed and going? What sustains you when things are tough? In this message from Philippians 1, we hear that the gospel and glory of Christ is to be the number one priority for Christians. Outline Gospel priority over prison (vv12-18) Gospel priority over life or death (vv19-26) Gospel prior…
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So often our hopes become disappointments. But what about hope in God? Outline Let us rejoice In God’s character. In God’s power. In God’s providence. In God’s care. Hope is found. Hope is a dangerous thing.By Shane Wright
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What do you feel about other believers? In this opening section to Paul’s letter to the Christian believers in Philippi, we’re challenged to overflow in Christ’s love for his people. Outline To God’s holy people (vv1-2) Are you thankful? (vv3-6) What fills your heart? (vv7-8) What do you pray? (vv9-11)…
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Family can make us feel complex emotions: it can be both a source of joy and safety but also a cause of anguish, longing, or grief. As we finish this series in Matthew’s gospel we hear Jesus rebuke of those who should be in God’s family but have broken faith and also the precious promise of a place in the family of the king. Outline Will you see th…
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In this message we hear Jesus serious warning for those who think they can stay on the fence with him. Outline David or the Devil? (vv22-27) Satan’s Kingdom Plundered (vv28-29) So Find Forgiveness (vv30-37)By Daniel Saunders
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The Good, Gentle, Greater Kingdom (Matthew 12:1-21)
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25:36Where can we find true rest? When Jesus is confronted by the Pharisees for not ‘keeping’ the Sabbath, he responds by showing that he is the greater Sabbath, King, and Temple. Outline Jesus is Greater (vv1-8) Jesus is Good (vv9-14) Jesus is Gentle and Just (vv15-21)By Daniel Saunders
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Life's Most Important Decision (John 1:1-18)
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27:54A sermon on John 1:1-18 by guest preacher, Leo Woodward. Outline Introducing the Word (Jesus) The Role of John the Baptist The Word Becomes Flesh Responses to the Word Life’s Most Important DecisionBy Leo Woodward
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Are you weary or burdened? In this message, we hear Jesus invitation to those who are. Outline What pleases God? (vv25-27) What is Christ’s heart? (vv28-30) Find Rest in Christ During the sermon two books by Dane Ortland were mentioned: Gentle and Lowly The Heart of JesusBy Daniel Saunders
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What gets you excited? And what comes from this? In this message from Psalm 96 from Bill Colyer, our international mission partner, we’re encouraged to sing about God’s goodness to all the nations.By Bill Colyer
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Responding to the Kingdom (Matthew 11:1-24)
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23:18What do you find yourself doubting? In this message from Matthew 11 we hear Jesus deal mercifully with those who doubt. Outline Are you the coming one? (vv1-6) Is he the messenger? (vv7-15) How will you respond? (vv16-24)By Daniel Saunders
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What is worth suffering rejection and opposition? In this message, we hear Jesus speak of how his eternal kingdom is even worth enduring persecution. Outline Be on Guard Why persecution? Why endure it?By Daniel Saunders
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Sent for the Kingdom (Matthew 9:35-10:15)
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24:26How do you respond when you see the ‘mess’ of our world? In this message, we hear how Jesus responded and what he calls his followers to do. Outline Jesus’ Compassion (9:35-38) Jesus’ Call (10:1-4) Jesus’ Command (10:5-15)By Daniel Saunders
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The Trustworthy Kingdom (Matthew 9:18-34)
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22:28Who can you trust? In this message we hear that Jesus is trustworthy. Outline Trusting Jesus Rejecting Jesus Will you trust the king? During this sermon, an earlier message on Mark 5 is mentioned. You can listen to that sermon here.By Daniel Saunders
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Who does Jesus call to his table? Those who know they’re sinners. Do you know Jesus welcome and will you extend it to others? Outline Jesus’ forgiveness (vv1-8) Jesus’ Company (vv9-13) Celebrating Jesus (vv14-17)By Daniel Saunders
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Jesus has power over physical and spiritual chaos—will you follow him? Outline Jesus’ power over the physical world (vv23-27) Jesus’ power over the spiritual world (vv28-34) Following the powerful Son (vv18-22)By Daniel Saunders
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It’s no good taking your concerns to someone who doesn’t have the authority to change things. But Jesus is one with authority. Outline Jesus’ authority to cleanse (vv1-4) Jesus’ authority for the world (vv5-13) Jesus’ authority and the cross (vv14-17) (Note: the recording was started a few seconds into the sermon.)…
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Message on Christ’s grace to sinners from guest preacher, Peter Bloomfield. Outline Grace for the bleeding woman Grace for Jairus Christ still performs his ministry of grace!By Peter Bloomfield
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What would it take to be the best king or leader? Psalm 72 is a prayer for kings, which in Jesus becomes a song of praise, because he’s the best king. Outline Reading Psalms How Israel ‘sings’ this Psalm How Jesus ‘sings’ this Psalm How we ‘sing’ this Psalm in ChristBy Daniel Saunders
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Building buildings and work with God (vv1-2) Building families with God (vv3-5)By Mitchell Harte
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