What happens when we truly encounter Jesus?
In John 4, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well. It's an unexpected encounter that crosses cultural boundaries, confronts personal brokenness and challenges religious expectations. But through it all, Jesus offers something extraordinary: living water that satisfies forever.
In this message, John explores three barriers that Jesus breaks down: cultural barriers, personal barriers and religious barriers. We discover that no matter our background, our mistakes or the questions we carry, nothing can put us beyond the reach of God's love.
And when we encounter Jesus, something changes. Just like the woman at the well, we're invited to share what we've experienced with the people around us.
Because sharing our faith isn't simply another thing to add to our to-do list. It's the natural overflow of a life transformed by Jesus.
11 Oct 2026
Charismata: Grace-Gifts for All
Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still for today? And are they really for everyone?
Continuing our A Charismatic People series, we explore why we believe the gifts of the Holy Spirit are just as relevant for the church today as they were in the New Testament.
Drawing from Scripture, church history and the promise of Christ’s return, we unpack why God continues to give spiritual gifts to His people and why these gifts aren't reserved for a select few.
Whether you've experienced the gifts of the Spirit, have questions about them, or have been hesitant because of past experiences, this message is an invitation to rediscover what it means to be empowered by the Holy Spirit.
The gifts of the Spirit aren't something we earn. They're gifts of grace, given to every believer for the good of others.
4 Oct 2026
Marked Out by Grace
What does it really mean to be a charismatic people?
In this message, John continues our series exploring the person and work of the Holy Spirit, looking at the biblical meaning of charisma - a gift of grace.
Through Ephesians 2, we see that grace is at the heart of the Christian life: grace that saves us, grace that gives to us, and grace that keeps on giving. We are saved not by what we can achieve, but entirely through the gift of God in Jesus Christ.
But God’s grace doesn’t stop at salvation. He brings us near, makes us His children, gives us His Spirit and equips His church with gifts to serve, love and carry out His purposes in the world.
As we seek to be a people led and empowered by the Holy Spirit, the challenge is simple: don’t switch Him off. Instead, let’s earnestly desire His gifts, grow in dependence on Him, and use everything He gives us for His glory.
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