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Sermon: The heart of the Christian life is the gospel. What then happens if the church turns to a different gospel? What’s at stake when a not-quite-right gospel is taken as the real thing? Bible Reading: Galatians 1:1-9 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of A Different Gospel, a teaching series journeying through the book of Galatians. Different gospels are everywhere, calling us to try harder, prove our worth or earn God’s favour. As we open the Scriptures, we hear Paul’s passionate call to return to the true gospel: the grace of Jesus is enough. Join us as we explore the sufficiency of Jesus, the beautiful truth that we are justified by grace alone, through faith alone, and the life of freedom, love and transformation that flows from his grace. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/galatians

Sermon: 10 Cities Sunday Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs Scripture: Isaiah 57:14-15 On this 10 Cities Sunday, as we reflect on our vision to plant 50 churches across 10 cities, we take a moment to look at our own house at City on a Hill Melbourne East. We find ourselves in a vital season of rebuilding. But as we look at Isaiah 57, God reminds us that rebuilding isn't powered by human hustle or self-sufficiency. True spiritual movement begins when we lay down our pride, clear the obstructions for others to encounter Christ, and cultivate a contrite, humble heart.

Series: Called To Shine Sermon: We Are Sent to the World Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs Scripture: John 17:15-19; 1 Cor 9:19-23 Jesus calls His followers a city on a hill: a community so shaped by grace that its light naturally pierces the dark and draws people home. But how do we live out that calling in our everyday lives? In this 5-week series, we are exploring the foundational values that define the culture of City on a Hill. From the boldness of gospel confidence and the beauty of radical unity, to engaging our city, giving our all, and leading through service, these convictions are more than organisational goals, they are our shared identity as followers of Jesus. Join us as we discover what it means to step live it out our faith for and toward one another, and be a church that lives up to its name.T

Series: Called To Shine Sermon: We Are Servants with Humble Courage Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe Scripture: John 13:1-20 Jesus calls His followers a city on a hill: a community so shaped by grace that its light naturally pierces the dark and draws people home. But how do we live out that calling in our everyday lives? In this 5-week series, we are exploring the foundational values that define the culture of City on a Hill. From the boldness of gospel confidence and the beauty of radical unity, to engaging our city, giving our all, and leading through service, these convictions are more than organisational goals, they are our shared identity as followers of Jesus. Join us as we discover what it means to step live it out our faith for and toward one another, and be a church that lives up to its name.

Series: Called To Shine Sermon: We Are All In Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs Scripture: Colossians 3:22-24 Jesus calls His followers a city on a hill: a community so shaped by grace that its light naturally pierces the dark and draws people home. But how do we live out that calling in our everyday lives? In this 5-week series, we are exploring the foundational values that define the culture of City on a Hill. From the boldness of gospel confidence and the beauty of radical unity, to engaging our city, giving our all, and leading through service, these convictions are more than organisational goals, they are our shared identity as followers of Jesus. Join us as we discover what it means to step live it out our faith for and toward one another, and be a church that lives up to its name.

Series: Called To Shine Sermon: We Are United in Christ Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Jesus calls His followers a city on a hill: a community so shaped by grace that its light naturally pierces the dark and draws people home. But how do we live out that calling in our everyday lives? In this 5-week series, we are exploring the foundational values that define the culture of City on a Hill. From the boldness of gospel confidence and the beauty of radical unity, to engaging our city, giving our all, and leading through service, these convictions are more than organisational goals, they are our shared identity as followers of Jesus. Join us as we discover what it means to step live it out our faith for and toward one another, and be a church that lives up to its name.

Series: Called To Shine Sermon: We Are Confident in the Gospel Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 Jesus calls His followers a city on a hill: a community so shaped by grace that its light naturally pierces the dark and draws people home. But how do we live out that calling in our everyday lives? In this 5-week series, we are exploring the foundational values that define the culture of City on a Hill. From the boldness of gospel confidence and the beauty of radical unity, to engaging our city, giving our all, and leading through service, these convictions are more than organisational goals, they are our shared identity as followers of Jesus. Join us as we discover what it means to step live it out our faith for and toward one another, and be a church that lives up to its name.

Managing MoneyWe are managers of God’s money and need to steward it with wisdom. Doing so will lead to joy, generosity and gospel impact. Luke 16:1-13 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of God or Gift, a teaching series where we are taking an honest look at what the Bible actually says about wealth. We will journey through the pages of Scripture to put money in its proper place in our hearts and lives, while learning from the wisdom of God about handling money with joy and generosity

Two MastersMoney makes a great servant, but a terrible god. Worship God instead, with your money. Matthew 6:19-24 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs This episode is part of God or Gift, a teaching series where we are taking an honest look at what the Bible actually says about wealth. We will journey through the pages of Scripture to put money in its proper place in our hearts and lives, while learning from the wisdom of God about handling money with joy and generosity

God calls Abraham and makes a promise that shapes the rest of the Bible. In this sermon, we see how through him a nation will come—and through that nation the world will be blessed. Bible Reading: Genesis 11:10–12:3 Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe 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

At Babel humanity seeks greatness apart from God, building a name for themselves. In this sermon, we see the emptiness of human pride and the danger of pursuing glory without Him. Bible Reading: Genesis 11:1–9 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs 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

From Noah’s family the nations spread across the earth. In this sermon, we see how despite human brokenness, God’s purposes continue under His sovereign rule. Bible Reading: Genesis 10 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

Even after rescue, sin remains. Noah’s family experiences shame and dishonour. In this sermon, we see the lingering effects of the fall and our need for renewed hearts. Bible Reading: Genesis 9:18–29 Preacher: Sermon by Grant van der Merwe 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

After the flood, God establishes a covenant with Noah, promising faithfulness. In this sermon, we see how the rainbow stands as a sign of hope that God remembers His people. Bible Reading: Genesis 8:1–9:17 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs 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

God judges the corruption of the earth through the flood, revealing the seriousness of sin and the mercy of rescue. In this sermon, we see how God preserves life and points toward a new beginning. Bible Reading: Genesis 6:9–7:24 Preacher: Sermon by Nick Coombs 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