Sermons At St Aidan's

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 96 - we commit ourselves to the worldwide mission of proclamation of the saving sovereignty of God our King, whose coming as judge will be celebrated by all creation.

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 92, we delight to praise God together and realign our hearts, so that we will continue to flourish through our lives and into eternity.

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 93, we declare God's majestic rule over the universe and find comfort and security under his kingship.

We continue our series of sermons from the Psalms. As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 91 - our fears are allayed by the presence, protection, and promises of the faithful God who is our refuge.

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 90, we look to our eternal God, feel the shortness of our life and the weight of our sin, and so, long for our eternal home with the Lord.

Today we continue in Mark's gospel and listen to Jesus teach his first parable. Often known as the parable of the Sower, however the emphasis falls more on the various responses to the word of God. This opening parable challenges us to consider how well are we listen to the message of he kingdom?

C.S. Lewis famously said that Christ had to be one of three things; a lunatic, a liar, or Lord as he claimed to be. As we continue in Mark's gospel, we see all those reactions to Jesus, and more, as he continues on his mission announcing and demonstrating the Kingdom of God. It causes us to ask what is the appropriate response to encountering Jesus?

We continue in Mark's gospel, and we see how Jesus challenges our expectations of what it means to be part of his kingdom as He calls sinners to follow him, to celebrate and rest in the forgiveness He brings.

Today, as we continue in Mark's gospel,Craig McCorkindale will be preaching on how God works beyond what we can see, ask in prayer, or even imagine.

Today as we continue in Mark's gospel, we are given a glimpse of what it is like when the King of the Kingdom of God walks on earth. We hear about a sample day of Jesus' ministry which involves preaching and teaching, healing, and casting out evil. In this, the true identity of Jesus is revealed, as is his priority in mission.

As we continue the gospel of Mark, we hear the first words of Jesus in this gospel as he announces that the Kingdom of God has come near, and calls people to respond to it. This is an announcement that cannot be ignored, and it calls us to leave everything behind to be part of God's Kingdom.

Today we continue our series in Mark's gospel listening to the good news. After the introduction last week, now the Lord himself arrives and identifies with the people in the wilderness. He shows that his ministry will be all about standing with sinners and sharing with them his blessings.

Today we begin a new series in Mark's gospel, and we hear the world changing announcement of the good news of Jesus Christ. John the Baptist tells the people of the need to be ready for the coming of the Lord through repentance and receiving forgiveness for our sins.

As Haggai draws his prophesy to a close, there is still much to be done in the restoration of the Temple. Yet we will see that Haggai remains certain of its completion. For God's blessing compels and completes our worship of Him in His Kingdom as His restored people.

As we continue in the book of Haggai, we see that less than a month after the people began work on the Temple, disillusionment began to creep in. Yet God brings words of encouragement and promises of a far greater glory to come that spurs his people on.

As we begin a new year at St Aidan's in the Old Testament book of Haggai, we find in God's word a similar challenge to "consider your ways". As we move into a new year, we are urged to consider first God's Kingdom, for His pleasure and His glory.

This week we continue to reflect on the Christmas story through Luke's gospel. In it, we see the hope that arrives at Christmas as we meet two elderly saints in the temple waiting for God to bring a saviour to his people. Christmas means hope for us because we can know who Jesus is.

Our final sermon in Isaiah before Christmas break, focuses on King Hezekiah and what chapters 38-39 present is a mixed portrait. We see a King who is impressive at points, and yet fundamentally flawed. Hezekiah leaves us longing for a better King and a better Kingdom.

Today, as we continue through the book of Isaiah we see that the Assyrian army arrives on Jerusalem's doorstep and in response to King Hezekiah's prayer, God promises to protect his people for the sake of his great name.

Big Idea: Today we continue through the book of Isaiah, we cover a large section describing God's role over all nations. The Lord who holds the whole world in his hands will be praised for his judgements and his salvation through which he will transform the world and renew all things.