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[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] Do you feel like you're constantly racing against the clock? Like time owns you? In this message, we look at the concept of Sabbath and explore how trusting God with our time is actually about trusting Him with our lives.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker]  What if trust isn’t just the issue—but also the answer? In this message, we look at the subtle ways distrust sneaks in and how true freedom begins when we place the full weight of our lives in God’s hands.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] Have you ever felt like you had to pretend your way through life? In a world that celebrates filters, façades, and keeping up appearances, many of us wear masks just to get by. But Jesus offers us something far better—authentic freedom found through faith. In this message, we unpack the popular phrase “fake it till you make it” and ask: Who told you that? If you’ve ever struggled to drop the mask, this one’s for you.

[Speaker: Ps Tiana Wotherspoon] Have you ever found yourself going through the motions—present, but not fully awake? In this Good Friday message, Wake Up Sleeper, we look at how even those closest to Jesus drifted into spiritual sleep in the moments that mattered most. Through the story of Peter and the lead-up to the cross, we’re invited to wake up from assumptions, distractions, and self-reliance—and rediscover the wonder of what Jesus has done for us.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] Why is it so easy to share good news—except when it comes to Jesus? In this message, we’re invited to reframe evangelism not as pressure, but as a simple and powerful invitation. Drawing from Luke 4 and the parable of the great banquet, we explore how the gospel is still good news for a world in need—and how everyday courage can open doors to hope, healing, and new life. This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt unsure about sharing their faith or wondered if their story really matters. It does.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] Life doesn’t always move at our pace. Some seasons feel slow and confusing, while others seem to accelerate everything at once. In this message, we explore how to recognise the season you’re in, what it means to embrace the in-between, and how to move with courage—even when the path isn’t clear. Through the story of Joseph, we’re reminded that God is present and purposeful in every season.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] We’re all being shaped by something—whether we realise it or not. In this message, we explore what it truly means to follow Jesus, not just believe in Him. From the call of the first disciples to the everyday influences that form us, this conversation challenges us to consider: Who or what is discipling us? And what would it look like to fully step into the life Jesus is inviting us into? Whether you’re new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this message will stir you to rethink what it means to be a disciple in today’s world.

[Speaker: Ps Doug Parker] Worship is more than music - it’s about what captures our hearts and fuels our lives. In this message, we explore what it means to be a worship-oriented people - anchoring our hearts in God, responding to His worth, and allowing worship to shape our purpose. Whether you’re feeling lost, spiritually dry, or just looking to deepen your faith, this conversation will challenge you to reorient your worship and rediscover the hope that comes with it.

[Speaker: Ps Tiana Wotherspoon] What comes to mind when you think of “church”? For some, it’s a place of worship and community; for others, it carries past disappointments or feels like just another routine. In this message, we unpack the true beauty of the church - not just as a building or institution, but as the Bride of Christ, the Body of believers, and an Embassy of Heaven. The church is God’s plan to bring His kingdom to earth, a place where broken people find belonging, transformation, and purpose. No matter your experience with church, this message invites you to see it through Jesus’ eyes - imperfect, yet deeply loved, and essential for our world today.

What does it mean to be anointed, and how does the Holy Spirit partner with us in everyday life? This message explores how Jesus’ declaration in Luke 4 reveals that anointing isn’t just for spiritual leaders or special moments—it’s for anyone willing to live in step with the Spirit. The Holy Spirit empowers us not because we’re perfect, but because we’re positioned to receive. This message challenges us to shift from striving in our own strength to walking in partnership with God, trusting His presence to guide, equip, and refresh us daily.