Rosebank Union Sermon Audio

Isaiah gets into the heart of chapter 1 with a series of scathing rebukes to the Israelites over their rituals, practices and religiousity that has grown rampant within those times. Richard delves further in to understand how this applies to our worship and seeking a pure heart and true worship that is sweet to the Lord.~~~Get more information on the series:https://ruc.org.za/isaiahPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

The series begins with an introduction to Isaiah as a person and as a book, this is swiftly followed by Isaiah's dramatic revelation of the extent of the brokeness of the world as he reveals what the Lord has said and adds his own commentary.~~~Get more information on the series:https://ruc.org.za/isaiahPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Richard, Zwai and Ansune sit down for part 2 of these special episodes where we look at the central motivators of the Christian Faith.~~~Books/Resources mentionedKevin DeYoung - The Hole in our Holinesshttps://www.amazon.com/Hole-Our-Holiness-Paperback-Godliness/dp/1433541351Mark Jones - Antinomianismhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1596388153Sam Allberry - One with My Lordhttps://www.amazon.com/One-My-Lord-Life-Changing-Reality/dp/143358915X

Richard, Zwai and Ansune sit down for a special episode where we look at the central motivators of the Christian Faith.~~~Books/Resources mentionedKevin DeYoung - The Hole in our Holinesshttps://www.amazon.com/Hole-Our-Holiness-Paperback-Godliness/dp/1433541351Mark Jones -  Antinomianismhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1596388153Sam Allberry - One with My Lordhttps://www.amazon.com/One-My-Lord-Life-Changing-Reality/dp/143358915X

Richard closes the sermon series on our Christian motivation by discussing how we have been changed through the presence of Christ in our lives and how those changes in our hearts should effect a change in the manner that we carry ourselves and drive us to seek greater depth in our spiritual journey.

Richard continues exploring the aspects of Christianity that motivate us to go deeper in our faith by observing a set of relational motivators between ourselves, those around us and God.

Richard opens the year with a sermon series on why we as Christians are motivated by the Gospel message to pursue a deepening in our faith through 8 different motivators found within the Bible.

Zwai speaks on how we can make our new year's resolutions stick in the Christian context and find a deeper worship through the strength that can be found in community.

Justin speaks only one of the only certainties present within this life, not death or taxes, but the presence of God in all places. Justin explores how this often undervalued quality of God affects our lives and our walk with Christ.

Richard gives a Christmas message on how among the many things we may desire for Christmas there are only 2 that we need; Grace and Peace. Focusing specifically on Peace, Richard expandsd on the comforting presence of Christ in our lives and how we are affected by that peace.

Pastor Ndaba speaks on the joy of grace in respect to the birth of Christ as we look ahead to the Christmas season. Join with us as we explore the centrality of grace to our lives.

Richard speaks on the peacegiving birth of Christ and the significance that it holds for us over 2000 years on from that day.

Rev. Dr. Darryl Soal discusses the significance of God’s message to Zechariah from Luke 1:5-25, marking a pivotal moment after 400 years of divine silence. He emphasises the importance of theological education for effective ministry and encourages prayer for the next generation of church leaders.

The carol service message focuses on the significance of Bethlehem as the birthplace of Jesus and the hope and peace that come from this promise fulfilled. It draws from the Old Testament prophet Micah, highlighting the importance of trusting in God’s promises, especially during anxious times.

At our first Sibling service, we hear from Pastor Bafana about the Beauty of the Gospel, how it unites believers, regardless of social status, and encourages shared generosity and partnership in faith. We also see how Gospel partnership unites believers from all races, genders, and social backgrounds, creating a unified body of Christ focused on serving and loving others.

Gospel fluency: A fun bonus episode where Ansuné and Brett will discuss random parenting scenarios and talk about how the gospel applies to that thing/concept in your parenting.~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Richard closes out Matthew with Jesus' parting message to His disciples in which He sends them out into the world with a trio of instructions to undertake and how those instructions have applications within our own lives.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Justin launches an in-depth exploration into one of the pinnacle tenets of the Christian faith, the fact that Christ was resurrected and the evidence that stands for its occurence as well as the implications that those facts and assertions carry 2000 years after the fact.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Listen in as Ansuné interviews Candace Drennan about her involvement in RUC's Student Ministry and The Red Frogs. Together, they chat about how parents can equip their children to be save and wise at parties and festivals. ~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Brett delves into the incredibly brutal and painful suffering and death that was suffered by Christ on the cross, as well as why all the pain of the how pales into insignificance next to the why behind Christ's death. A death brought about purely from love for each of us and an overwhelming desire to draw each of us into a personal and everlasting relationship with Him.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit