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City on a Hill Geelong
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Sermons from City on a Hill Geelong. A church committed to knowing Jesus and making Jesus known.
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Sin
5d ago00:47:57Tap to summarizeSin fractures humanity’s relationship with God and introduces shame, fear, and brokenness into the human story. In this sermon, we see how our rebellion reveals our deep need for God’s saving grace.Bible Reading:Genesis 3:1–24Sermon by Dave ChiswellThis 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
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Serpent
2w ago00:42:25Tap to summarizeTemptation enters the story as the serpent questions God’s word and goodness. In this sermon, we see how humanity faces the pull of autonomy and distrust, revealing the subtle lies that shape our struggle today.Bible Reading:Genesis 3:1–24Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis 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
Transcribe →Open Hands: The Impact of Generosity
3w ago00:34:29Tap to summarizeMoney does not just matter for personal discipleship, it also matters for our common mission as the church. Disobedient or poorly taught disciples in this area produce a church that is starved in its ability to do it's spiritual mission by a lack of physical resources. But faithful and obedient discipleship fuels the mission of the church, enhances its impact and in the process shines a light to the world that is not just radically counter cultural but compellingly beautiful as it showcases the generous heart of God himself.This week Andrew continues our Open Hands series, preaching from Luke 16:1-9Faithful giving is a tangible expression of trust in God and participation in His work. It has a heavenly dividendSermon by Andrew Grills
Transcribe →Open Hands: Generosity as Worship
4w ago00:40:50Tap to summarizeMoney does not just matter for personal discipleship, it also matters for our common mission as the church. Disobedient or poorly taught disciples in this area produce a church that is starved in its ability to do it's spiritual mission by a lack of physical resources. But faithful and obedient discipleship fuels the mission of the church, enhances its impact and in the process shines a light to the world that is not just radically counter cultural but compellingly beautiful as it showcases the generous heart of God himself.This week Andrew continues our Open Hands series, preaching from Mark 12:41-44True generosity is measured by sacrifice and devotion, not amount. It is at the heart of discipleship: becoming like the generous God we worship. Lack of generosity is THE key danger to true worshipSermon by Andrew Grills
Transcribe →Open Hands: The Heart of Generosity
May 2400:40:27Tap to summarizeMoney does not just matter for personal discipleship, it also matters for our common mission as the church. Disobedient or poorly taught disciples in this area produce a church that is starved in its ability to do it's spiritual mission by a lack of physical resources. But faithful and obedient discipleship fuels the mission of the church, enhances its impact and in the process shines a light to the world that is not just radically counter cultural but compellingly beautiful as it showcases the generous heart of God himself.This week Andrew continues our Open Hands series, preaching from 2 Corinthians 9:6-15.God is after willing, joyful generosity—not reluctant obligation. But there is a kingdom principle in operation also: as you sow, so shall you reap.Sermon by Andrew Grills
Transcribe →Open Hands: God Owns Everything
May 1700:38:09Tap to summarizeThis week and for the next few weeks we take a short break from our Genesis series to spend four weeks thinking about the Scriptural principles for generosity. Money does not just matter for personal discipleship, it also matters for our common mission as the church. Disobedient or poorly taught disciples in this area produce a church that is starved in its ability to do it's spiritual mission by a lack of physical resources. But faithful and obedient discipleship fuels the mission of the church, enhances its impact and in the process shines a light to the world that is not just radically counter cultural but compellingly beautiful as it showcases the generous heart of God himself.This week Andrew preaches from Matthew 25:14-30. We are not owners; we are stewards. Generosity begins with recognising God’s total ownership.Sermon by Andrew Grills
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Rest
May 1000:34:25Tap to summarizeGod rests on the seventh day, setting a pattern for humanity. True rest is more than stopping work. In this sermon, we see that it is trusting God’s finished work and longing for the ultimate rest He promises.Bible Reading:Genesis 2:1–3Preacher:Sermon by Dave WalterThis 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
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Work
May 300:32:20Tap to summarizeWork was God’s good design long before the fall. Created to cultivate and steward creation together, our work reflects God’s character. In this sermon, we see how our work contributes to the flourishing of the world He made.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1–31; 2:4–25Preacher:Sermon by Matt KellerThis 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
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Humanity
Apr 2600:43:21Tap to summarizeHumanity is the pinnacle of God’s creation, made in His image with dignity, value, and purpose. In this sermon, we see how men and women are called to represent God’s rule and steward creation for its flourishing.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1-31Preacher:Sermon by Andrew GrillsThis 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
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Creation
Apr 1900:39:38Tap to summarizeGod 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; 2:1-3Preacher:Sermon by Dave ChiswellThis 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
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