Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio
Religion & Spirituality
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Episodes
- Sunday 17th May // Cultivating a Soft Heart
In this message, Sam explores what it means to cultivate a soft and wholehearted heart toward God over a lifetime. Looking at the examples of Caleb, David, Peter, Paul, and Jesus, we contrast tender devotion with the danger of hardened hea…
- Sunday 10th May // Remain in me - Unforced rhythm's of Grace
This sermon by Charlotte focuses on the importance of remaining in Jesus and learning His unforced rhythms of grace, emphasizing connection over self-reliance.
- Sunday 3rd May // Go - Guest Ben McGregor family service
Ben McGregor discusses Jesus's example of generosity and kindness in this family service from Bay Vineyard.
- Sunday 26th April // Sharing our faith (stories from our community).
This episode features Jen encouraging listeners to invite people to Alpha. It also includes stories from church members about how they share their faith within the community.
- Sunday 19th April // "Go" Part 1
In "Go" Part 1, Sam discusses the great commission, drawing on N. T. Wright and Malcolm Guite. The talk encourages believers to overcome fear, embrace their identity, and actively share their faith through various means.
- Resurrection Sunday!
Sam recounts the resurrection narrative from the Gospel of Matthew and explores its relevance today.
- Sunday 29th March // Palm Sunday
This Palm Sunday message contrasts Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem as a humble servant on a donkey with the expectations of a conquering king, highlighting a Kingdom based on self-giving love. It encourages listeners to examine their o…
- Sunday 22nd March // Drift No More - Tethered to the Gospel
Dan Sheed delivers a sermon from the Drift No More series, exploring the concept of being tethered to the gospel with "ketching" anchor points.
- Sunday 15th March // Drift No More - Tethered to Tradition
This episode, "Sunday 15th March // Drift No More - Tethered to Tradition," features Sam discussing how healthy and holy habits can help individuals stay connected to Jesus and his community, enabling a tethered faith, with reference to Ja…
- Sunday 8th March // Drift No More - Tethered to the Church
Kara discusses biblical metaphors for the Church, focusing on the importance of belonging and remaining anchored to Christ and the community of believers.
- Sunday 1st March // Drift No More -Tethered to Christ
This episode of Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio features Sam exploring the concept of a tethered faith. It focuses on practical ways to remain connected to Christ, including prayer, immersing oneself in Jesus' teachings, and learning from figure…
- Sunday 22nd February // Drift No More -The quiet danger of drifting
In the "Drift No More" series, Sam discusses Hebrews 2, warning against the quiet danger of drifting from salvation. The episode questions the security of one's faith in the face of distraction and complacency.
- Sunday 15th February // Jesus at the Centre - A rule of life
This episode concludes the "Jesus at the Centre" series, with Sam discussing how to maintain Jesus's centrality in daily routines. It introduces the concept of a "rule of life" as an ancient and effective practice.
- Sunday 25th January// Following Jesus as apprentices and disciples
In the new series "Jesus at the Centre," Sam urges listeners to fully commit to following Jesus as apprentices and disciples, emphasizing the importance of centering one's life on Him, living in His presence, and reflecting His character.
- Sunday 1st February // Jesus at the Centre - The means of Grace
Sam reflects on how a life shaped by forgiveness, mercy, and transforming love re-orders our desires. Holy habits serve as a means of grace, drawing listeners closer to God and fostering daily proximity.
- Sunday 14th December// Advent - Bay Kids Extravaganza Service
Sam delivers an Advent message during the Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio. The Bay Kids provide entertainment for the annual Christmas Extravaganza service.
- Sunday 30th November// Advent - Hope
Dale Campbell delivered a message on Advent, focusing on biblical hope as a confident trust in God’s faithfulness. He encouraged listeners to fix their eyes on God's promises and embody that hope.
- Sunday 23rd November// Christ over All - Devotion to prayer
Kara discusses devotion to prayer, highlighting its importance for the gospel. She also encourages wise community interaction and mutual support within the church, emphasizing each person's role in God's mission, concluding the series on C…
- Sunday 16th November// Christ over All - A radical vision of love
Sam examines Colossians 3:18–4:1, discussing Paul’s instructions to wives, husbands, children, and slaves. The episode highlights how these verses present a radical vision of mutual love, service, and healing that subverted ancient societa…
- Sunday 9th November// Christ over All - The Resurrection Life
Sam discusses the vision of resurrection life described by Paul, focusing on transformation, hope, and renewal through following the way of Jesus. The episode explores how adopting the character of Christ leads to experiencing His freedom…
- Sunday 2nd November// Christ over All - Staying rooted in Jesus
This episode features Luke sharing a message from Colossians, emphasizing that life in Christ offers freedom, forgiveness, and fullness. Listeners are encouraged to remain rooted in Jesus, focusing on gratitude, hope, and joy daily.
- Sunday 26th October// Christ over All - Maturity in Christ
Sam explores Paul’s love for the church in Colossians, rooted in his devotion to Jesus. The episode suggests that spiritual maturity is achieved by centering one’s life on Christ, transforming the individual to reflect Christ’s heart.
- Sunday 19th October// Christ over All - Holding creation together
This episode explores Paul's writings about Jesus as the visible image of the invisible God, emphasizing His role in holding all creation together and providing its purpose. Listeners are invited to anchor their lives in Jesus, recognized…
- Sunday 12th October// Christ over All - The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ
This episode launches a series on the book of Colossians, emphasizing the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ. The speaker encourages living a new life in Jesus, rooted in faith, love, and gratitude, while rejecting false teachings.
- Sunday 5th October// All things new - Creation Care
In this episode, Sam discusses how God's renewal extends to the entire creation, referencing the Eco Church movement in New Zealand and suggesting ways to actively participate in caring for the planet.
- Sunday 21st September// The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Opening Blind Eyes
Ryan concludes the series on John's Gospel by examining John 9. The episode focuses on Jesus opening blind eyes, illustrating His compassion, power, and divine nature as the Light of the World.
- Sunday 7th September// City on a Hill - Generosity, Prayer, and the Heart of Bay Vineyard
The episode features Sam addressing misconceptions about sacrificial giving and includes personal stories from Bay Vineyard members about their experiences. It also promotes an upcoming week of prayer and fasting.
- Sunday 31st August// City on a Hill - Sacrificial Giving
This episode explores sacrificial generosity as a means of spiritual formation, referencing historical examples and encouraging listeners to consider contributing to the church's purchase of Asher Hall.
- Sunday 24th August// City on a Hill - Blessing others
In the City on a Hill series, Sam encourages listeners to bless others by offering gifts, sharing from brokenness, and using resources for God's purposes, leading to a richer life through following Jesus.
- City on a Hill - What God desires to form in us...
In the "City on a Hill" series, Sam discusses the urgency of the moment and God's desire to shape believers into a community characterized by prayer, generosity, and faith.
- Sunday 10th August // The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Feeding the 5000
This episode explores the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000, as discussed by Jen in the "Seven Signs in John's Gospel" series. It emphasizes Jesus' ability to use small offerings and reveals God's compassion and generous provision.
- Sunday 3rd August // The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Jesus walking on water
This sermon explores the miracle of Jesus walking on water from John's Gospel. It encourages listeners to recognize God's power during life's challenges and to approach prayer with bold faith, trusting in Jesus' divine authority.
- Sunday 27th July// The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Healing the man at the pool
Sam discusses the healing of the man at the pool from John's Gospel. He reflects on Jesus' authority to heal physically, socially, culturally, and spiritually, highlighting Jesus as God and His power to restore wholeness.
- Sunday 20th July// The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Healing the Royal Official's Son
This episode of the Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio series, "The Seven Signs of John's Gospel," focuses on the miracle of healing the royal official's son. The speaker discusses how this event demonstrates the power of Jesus' word and reflects H…
- Sunday 13th July// The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Water to Wine
This episode of Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio, "Sunday 13th July// The Seven Signs of John's Gospel - Water to Wine," features Sam beginning a new series on the seven signs in John's Gospel. The discussion focuses on how these signs illustrate…
- Sunday 29th June// Gifts of the Spirit - Building our culture
In this episode, Sam concludes the Gifts of the Spirit series. He encourages listeners to desire the gifts of Jesus as a permanent part of Bay Vineyard Church's culture. The importance of Sabbath rest is also mentioned, particularly as the…
- Sunday 15th June// Gifts of the Spirit - The Surprising and Powerful Work of the Spirit
Ryan explores the scriptural origins of spiritual gifts, noting the Holy Spirit's impactful and unexpected actions. The episode assures listeners of their value to God, regardless of recognizing their specific gifts, as contributions depen…
- Sunday 8th June// Gifts of the Spirit - Pentecost Sunday
This Pentecost Sunday sermon by Sam discusses the story of Pentecost, emphasizing its themes of divine power, community formation, and enduring faith practices. The message calls for a move from passive to intentional devotion, framing Pen…
- Sunday 1st June// Gifts of the Spirit - The character of the Prophet
Guest speaker Aaron Hardy examines the character of the prophet, explaining that the prophetic life is defined by faithfulness to Christ's example and how this way of living leads into ordinary life.
- Sunday 25th May// Gifts of the Spirit - Holy Listening
This episode addresses the gift of prophecy and the perceived distance in hearing God's voice. Sharon encourages deeper connection by practicing intentionality to recognize God's voice in everyday life and develop prophetic gifting.
- Sunday 18th May// Gifts of the Spirit - Using our gifts to bless others
In the Gifts of the Spirit series, Sam explains that spiritual gifts, excluding tongues, are intended to edify and bless others within the church. The gift of tongues is presented as a means for personal prayer and communion with God, with…
- Sunday 11th May// Gifts of the Spirit - Discovering and growing our spiritual gifts
Guest speaker Annette Harvey explores the diverse gifts of the Spirit, emphasizing their origin and purpose. The episode provides guidance on identifying and developing personal spiritual gifts for use in God's work.
- Sunday 4th May// Gifts of the Spirit - Leaning into our gifts
This episode, "Gifts of the Spirit - Leaning into our gifts," features Sam launching a new series. He encourages listeners to fully utilize their spiritual gifts, emphasizing their purpose in glorifying Christ and strengthening the Church.
- Sunday 20th April // Easter Sunday - Resurrection Hope
On Easter Sunday, Sam spoke about the hope found in Jesus' resurrection, emphasizing its significance for future resurrected bodies and celebrating new life and lasting hope after Lent.
- Sunday 13th April // Words from the Cross - Jesus' Final Words
This episode from Bay Vineyard Sermon Audio, titled "Sunday 13th April // Words from the Cross - Jesus' Final Words," features Kara discussing Jesus' last words on the Cross. The discussion explores the love, meaning, and power within thes…
- Sunday 30th March // Words from the Cross - Connecting with God
This episode examines Jesus' words from the cross, focusing on themes of spiritual connection, overcoming distractions, and compassion. Fraser highlights how Jesus' example calls listeners to care for others while maintaining focus on God'…
- Sunday 23rd March // Words from the Cross - Embracing mortality with hope
Sam reminds listeners that death is not the end, but through Christ's resurrection, there is hope for eternal life. This message encourages a hopeful perspective on mortality.
- Sunday 16th March // Words from the cross - Forgiveness
In the 'Words from the Cross' series kickoff, Sam explains Jesus' forgiveness of his crucifiers as a teaching on extending grace and love through forgiveness, even when challenging.
- Sunday 9th March // We are because HE is - Contemplative
Jill Weber guides listeners toward a contemplative spiritual practice, emphasizing the importance of pausing to experience God's presence. The sermon suggests that by slowing down, individuals can foster a deeper connection with the divine…
- Sunday 2nd March // We are because HE is - Community
Ryan leads a discussion on countercultural community, drawing parallels with Jesus and his disciples. Three members share personal experiences of how community has influenced their faith journey.