Bernard was Pastor between February 2010 and October 2020
This message follows the ‘journey’ of the wisemen as they seek God through creation; are guided by Biblical insight; are able to rejoice in the darkness and fall down in God-honouring worship 11 And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening…
This message begins focussing on the honour given to Christ the night of His birth, but also in prophecy. It shows that God’s purpose in the Incarnation is the salvation of His people. It concludes by showing us that the King of the Jews in the manger was to die as the King of the…
We consider the fact that the Lord of creation had to become obedient in order to fulfil God’s saving purpose. The first Adam suffered death because of disobedience, the Last Adam suffered death because of obedience. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even…
Building on words from a Christmas carol “For He is our childhood’s pattern” this message shows Christ as a living example of humility. Similarly, we see that Christ’s pattern for humility grows directly out of OT Scripture 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on…
The first Christmas was about Birth – from above; the birth of Jesus, in the context of faith and spiritual power. It was promised, produced, proclaimed and proven. The same power has given life through history and continues to do so today. 31 And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son,…
God has said that He will vindicate (display) His holiness, but that is not done a display of great power, but of essential humility. Jesus laid aside the glory of His Godhead in order to live and serve among the people He would serve. Being called to humility all Christians are to have the same…
This message shows that in the whole of history God is focused on displaying His Holiness. He does not do this by remaining separate from sinners, nor by rejecting His incomplete people, but by meeting us in our sin and using us to display His holiness. I Will Put My Spirit Within You 22 “Therefore…
This message explores the world without Christmas but shows us the God who came at Christmas the blessings of knowledge, understanding, truth and eternal life that are part of His character and become ours in our relationship with Him. 19 We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power…
This message shows that while the morality of the world will grow increasingly depraved, the Christian is to shine brightly, following the example of Paul, Christ and other believers. 14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom[a] you learned it. 2 Timothy 3:14 English Standard…
This message is aimed at showing that the New Testament Gospel is totally non-negotiable. You can only be saved by a personal relationship with Jesus Christ who has lived and died to save His people. The Holy Spirit testifies to the fact that Jesus alone is able to save. 10 Whoever believes in the Son…