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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 Dave Chiswell 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 Matt Keller 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 Sermon by Dave Chiswell 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 Sermon by Andrew Grills 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

This Sunday looks a bit different. We conclude the Wind and Fire series, but also think more practically about what comes next as we seek to serve God and one another with the gifts that God has granted us by His Holy Spirit. Preacher: Sermon by Andrew Grills 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. Sermon by Andrew Grills 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. Sermon by Alex Bui 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. Sermon by Andrew Grills 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 Matt Keller 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 Andrew Grills 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 Andrew Grills 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

This week Andrew Grills preaches from 2 Chronicles 6 & 7 as we look ahead to the year and explore the Vision for City on a Hill Geelong under God's guidance and provision. Sermon by Andrew Grills

This week we conclude our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel. This week Harry Wilson preaches from Judges 3:12-30 on Ehud. Sermon by Harry Wilson

This week we continue in our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel. This week Andrew Grills preaches from Acts 11:19-24 on Barnabas. Sermon by Andrew Grills

This week we continue in our January series: 'Storyworthy', as we explore a collection of fascinating stories and characters from the pages of the Bible and how they reveal to us the gospel. This week Matt Keller preaches from Revelation 12:1-6 on The Woman and the Dragon. Sermon by Matt Keller