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God brings order from chaos, forming a world designed for life and flourishing. In this sermon, we see how creation reveals the goodness of God and points us to its good Creator. Bible Reading: Genesis 1:1-31; 2:1-3 Preacher: Sermon by Neil Castle This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

Before anything existed, there was God. Eternal, transcendent, and sovereign, He is the source, sustainer, and ruler of all things. In this sermon, we see that creation begins not with us, but with the God without whom nothing exists. Bible Reading: Genesis 1:1 Preacher: Sermon by Jimmy Young This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis

As the sun rises on Easter morning, so does our hope. In this sermon, we witness the empty tomb, remember Jesus’ promises, and rejoice in the risen Lord who overcomes death and brings new life. Bible Reading: Luke 24:1–12 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Easter Matters, a teaching series exploring the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why this moment still changes everything. As we open the Scriptures, we see how light broke into darkness, hope rose from the grave, and new life is offered to all who trust in him. In a world that can feel uncertain and heavy, Easter reminds us that darkness does not win. Life is stronger than death. Hope is real. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/easter

We pause at the cross, where darkness falls and Jesus gives his life. In this sermon, we lament the reality of sin, suffering and death, and see how God meets us in the heaviness of a broken world. Bible Reading: Luke 23:44–49 Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe This episode is part of Easter Matters, a teaching series exploring the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why this moment still changes everything. As we open the Scriptures, we see how light broke into darkness, hope rose from the grave, and new life is offered to all who trust in him. In a world that can feel uncertain and heavy, Easter reminds us that darkness does not win. Life is stronger than death. Hope is real. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/easter

Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

Jesus came to set captives free. We will explore how the Spirit empowers the church to bring healing, restoration, and freedom through the gospel. Preacher: Sermon by Neil Castle This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The mission of Jesus always moves outward. We will finish by exploring how the Spirit empowers the church to raise leaders, plant communities, and carry the gospel further. Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The Spirit gives courage to speak and display the good news. We look at how God equips his people to bear witness with clarity, compassion, and boldness. Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The Spirit shapes who we are becoming. This week we will consider how spiritual gifts form us into Christlikeness and grow the church in maturity. Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

From the temple to the gathered church, God longs to dwell with his people. We will look at how the Spirit uses some spiritual gifts to reveal God’s presence to his people. Preacher: Sermon by Jimmy Young This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

The church is called to be people who display the love of Jesus. We will look at how some gifts equip members of our church to tangible show the love of God. Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

We begin by laying foundations for understanding the Holy Spirit and the spiritual gifts. Learning to approach the Spirit with humility, hunger, and trust — not fear, control, or confusion. Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of Wind & Fire, a teaching series exploring the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. As we open the Scriptures, we look to Christ and ask God to move among us again, bringing fresh wind and fresh fire to our hearts, equipping us with spiritual gifts, and empowering us for the mission of Jesus. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/windandfire

Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This week is a special, stand alone sermon, where Pastor Nick Coombs speaks to our vision to be a church that knows Jesus and makes Jesus known.

Preacher: Sermon by Jimmy Young Suburbia promises comfort, privacy, and control: a life lived safely behind locked doors. But the risen Jesus walks straight into locked rooms and sends fearful people out. From castles to commission, this sermon explores how our homes, habits, and neighbourhoods quietly form us, and how the resurrection shatters our love of comfort. If Jesus is truly alive, staying safe is no longer an option. “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Find out more at cityonahill.com.au

Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs  The suburbs sell us a life of contentment only after we've accumulated the next thing. We are consumers who need more in our life if we're going to keep up with our neighbours. But Jesus calls us out of consumerism into a life of cheerful contribution. We need to be shaped by the One who gave it all for us. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au