Have you felt called to serve God overseas but don't really know how to start that journey? Would you like to know more about how Baptists are already serving in other countries? Do you want to be more involved in the mission of God in the world? Well today you can! This morning Rachel Murray is our guest speaker. Rachel is director for the NZBMS (New Zealand Baptist Missionary Society). … [Read more...] about Serving God overseas
In His service
"In service to Him who is, and who was, and who is to come." As we begin our journey through the Book of Revelation, continuing in chapter 1 today, please ponder these questions concerning your relationship with God.... 1) What did Jesus Christ achieve for you on the cross? 2) Do you really believe that Jesus Christ has freed you from your sins? 3) If you can't accept this truth as a … [Read more...] about In His service
Welcome Pastor Steve Bryant
Ngā mihi e te whanau (warm greetings family). Today we welcome Pastor Steve Bryant from Church Unlimited, West Auckland, to bring God’s message to us. This is the third year Pastor Steve has been invited to join us. One thing I love about both Steve and Tak Bhana (the senior pastor) is their heart for the church universal to reach New Zealand people with the love and truth of the gospel, … [Read more...] about Welcome Pastor Steve Bryant
The Book of Revelation Challenge
Good morning church Well, the time has finally arrived! Today we embark on our "peaceful stroll" through the Book of Revelation. The Good News is....surprise! It's all about Jesus! The bad news is....it takes a bit to unpack the rich metaphors and symbolism that fire up our imagination and can also take us down the wrong path of interpretation. Can I suggest that you start to read Revelation … [Read more...] about The Book of Revelation Challenge
Connect Baptist Church Hui 2018
Mōrena ki a koutou katoa (Good morning to you all) Today our church auditorium looks a little different. Where are all the rows of chairs? What we've done is to create space for the church to get into several groups and have a bit of a kōrero (talk) about our common life together. I believe that the fullness of the Holy Spirit is found in the gathered people of God. Individually, or even in … [Read more...] about Connect Baptist Church Hui 2018
Genuine Faith
After preaching on "Faith without good deeds is dead" from James 2: 14 - 26 last week, I was so encouraged to see the church pitch in for the preparation of our monthly "shared lunch" and then clean up afterward. Well done everyone - that was faith in action! To follow on, how have you gone this last week with an act of kindness for someone in need? We need to intentionally think about these … [Read more...] about Genuine Faith