Suffering

"Suffering is presented as a reflection of Jesus’ own experience... believers can find comfort knowing that Jesus has faced the ultimate depths of suffering and can identify with our pain."
Pastor Colin in the sermon Restoration, part of the series: The Gospel According to Isaiah

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If you’ve ever tried to navigate restless nights, dark valleys, or dangerous enemies by yourself, then Psalm 23 is for you. You don’t have to wander through life on your own. There is a Good Shepherd who is ready to lead you, protect you, and walk with you today.

Colin Smith

Discover the profound love of Jesus as we continue our series on His words from the cross. This week, we explore the poignant fifth cry, "I thirst," from John 19:28. Uncover how these words illuminate His sacrifice, agony, and the fulfilment of Scripture, offering hope and comfort in our deepest suffering.

Colin Smith

Explore themes of anger, anxiety, and acceptance. Discover how these ancient Psalms guide us through suffering towards a place of profound serenity and spiritual growth.

Colin Smith

We delve into the profound struggles faced by the human soul, using Psalm 130 as a reference. Exploring the concept of the soul's inner life as a boardroom with members: mind, heart, will, conscience, memory, and imagination, Pastor Colin explains how these elements work together to determine one's future direction. Upon coming to faith in Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit enters this 'boardroom' and provides new direction, offering hope and guidance through difficult times.

Colin Smith

Discover the profound love of Jesus as we continue our series on His words from the cross. This week, we explore the poignant fifth cry, "I thirst," from John 19:28. Uncover how these words illuminate His sacrifice, agony, and the fulfilment of Scripture, offering hope and comfort in our deepest suffering.

Colin Smith

Explore themes of anger, anxiety, and acceptance. Discover how these ancient Psalms guide us through suffering towards a place of profound serenity and spiritual growth.

Colin Smith

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Do you ever feel like you’re running out of gas in your spiritual journey? The question is, what can you do to keep moving ahead? Pastor Colin helps us discover how to keep our eyes on the prize.

Colin Smith

There’s one thing that will short circuit your relationship with God, and that’s guilt. Do you have trouble believing that God can forgive you? Pastor Colin shares an explosive truth about forgiveness with us.

Colin Smith

Have you been wounded? Have you been hurt deeply? Many of us have been. The question is what do you do with that? Where can you turn? Pastor Colin helps us discover the path from pain to peace.

Colin Smith

How can you live with all that God has kept secret, all that you don’t know? Pastor Colin talks about 7 promises that God has revealed.

Colin Smith

Grieving is not meant to be faced alone. True comfort is found when sorrow is shared—by talking honestly about loss, listening with compassion, and remembering together. Even in heartbreak, there is hope; Jesus himself understands our grief and invites us to bring every pain to him, finding solace and strength in his presence.

Colin Smith

Discover the comfort of a Saviour who truly understands grief. Jesus wept with those who mourned, showing that every tear is precious to God. In times of loss and sorrow, you are invited to bring your pain to Him—knowing He both cares deeply and promises to one day wipe away all tears.

Colin Smith

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