Bentley Baptist Church

12/01/2026

You can find us at
bentleybaptist.org

16/12/2025

As we pray for the victims, Sydney, and the Jewish community, pastor Alex shares a few thoughts on the weekend.

Following the Bondi tragedy, the author reflects on the nature of hate and the Christian call to peace. The Gospel equips us to respond with love. We are challenged to stop asking, ‘Who is my neigh…

15/12/2025

We join with all those mourning the shootings yesterday. Come, Lord Jesus.

We are deeply grieved by the tragic events that unfolded at Bondi Beach during the Jewish festival celebration.
We condemn this act of violence in the strongest possible terms and stand in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters at this time of profound sorrow.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost loved ones, and we pray for healing and comfort for all who are injured and traumatised.
We reject antisemitism in all its forms and commit ourselves to fostering relationships of respect, compassion, and understanding across faith communities.
We call upon our churches and members to join us in prayer for the Jewish community, for the city of Sydney, and for our nation as we seek unity in the face of hatred.
May God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard the hearts of those who mourn and strengthen us all to stand together against violence and prejudice.

John 1: 5 The Light shines in the darkness and the darkness will not extinguish it.

14/12/2025

How do we find peace in the in-between time? Our latest sermon.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/175543/dashboard

10/12/2025

Pastor Alex's latest blog post - on the social media ban...

The Australian teenage social media ban has sparked controversy as teens find loopholes to bypass it. While unpopular, the ban aims to protect youth from online dangers, facilitating important disc…

18/11/2025

If We're Saved by Grace, Why Not Sin? A sermon on Romans 6

https://www.buzzsprout.com/175543/episodes/18201324

17/11/2025

Pastor Fletcher's message on the woman caught in adultery.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/175543/episodes/18161665-the-woman-caught-in-adultery.mp3

27/10/2025

What does friendship really mean and how do we navigate it in the church? Pastor Alex's latest musings...

Christian friendship can be complex, especially within church contexts where relationships are often driven by shared faith. While friendships formed in church can be genuine, they can also change …

21/10/2025

The final message in our money series: 'Dodgy or Devoted? Honouring God with Your Money' by Alissa Kok.

(Alissa didn't choose that title but I thought it was pretty cool! - Alex)

https://www.buzzsprout.com/175543/episodes/18046834-dodgy-or-devoted-honouring-god-with-your-money.mp3?download=true

12/10/2025

Do Christians have to tithe? Pastor Alex tackles this thorny topic.