WIN-Sydney Church

06/09/2026

02/09/2026

What does real faith look like?

Faith may be invisible, but its fruit is noticeable.

The way we love, serve, forgive, and respond to others can reveal what we truly believe. Real faith does not stay hidden—it moves us to action.

Key Takeaway: Faith is invisible, yet its fruit is noticeable.

Challenge: Labour in love.

Friend of God
John 15:12; James 2:14–24
The Purpose Driven Life Series
Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia

Watch the full message through the video link.
https://youtu.be/u8EaidK9qdo

01/09/2026

What Does Real Faith Look Like? | John 15:12, James 2

What does real faith actually look like in everyday life?

Faith can be something we say we have, but the Bible shows that genuine faith becomes visible through the way we love, serve, and respond to others.

In this message from The Purpose Driven Life series, Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia explores John 15:12 and James 2:14–24 and what it means to live as a friend of God.

James reminds us that faith is more than words or belief alone. While faith itself cannot be seen, its fruit can be seen through a life that reflects love, compassion, obedience, and action.

Key Takeaway:
Faith is invisible, yet its fruit is noticeable.

Challenge:
Labour in love. Let your faith become visible through the way you love and serve others.

26/08/2026

What happens when we stop trying to control everything?

Following Jesus means trusting Him even when we cannot see the full picture.

Sometimes faith begins when we lower our guard, loosen our grip, and let Christ lead.

Key Takeaway: When we let down our guard, trust Jesus—He will never let us down.

Challenge: Shift the control of your life to Christ.

Scripture: Luke 5:11
Speaker: Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia

Watch the full video here:
https://youtu.be/C-2IS_BGfV0

25/08/2026

What Happens When You Let Go of Control? | Luke 5:11

What if the thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances, but your need to stay in control?

Following Jesus often means trusting Him beyond what feels safe, predictable, or comfortable. In Luke 5:11, the disciples left everything behind and followed Jesus—not because they knew exactly what would happen next, but because they trusted who He was.

In this message from The Purpose Driven Life series, Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia explores what it means to lower our guard, release control, and trust Jesus with the direction of our lives.

Key Takeaway:
When we let down our guard, trust Jesus—He will never let us down.

Challenge:
Shift the control of your life to Christ.

25/08/2026

“For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.”
‭‭Colossians‬ ‭1‬:‭16‬ ‭NIV

19/08/2026

When life feels heavy, what keeps you going?

We may be fragile, but God can still shine through the broken places of our lives.

When what we see begins to overwhelm us, we’re reminded to look beyond the temporary and hold on to what is eternal.

Key Takeaway: When the visible breaks you, look to the unseen to sustain you.

Challenge: Let God’s light shine through every fracture.

Treasures in Jars of Clay
2 Corinthians 4:7–18
The Purpose Driven Life Series
Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia

Watch the full message on our YouTube channel.
https://youtu.be/ON9qYwT9KU0

18/08/2026

What do you hold on to when life feels heavy, uncertain, or broken?

Pain, disappointment, pressure, and loss can make what we see feel overwhelming. But the Bible reminds us that there is more to life than what is visible in front of us.

In this message from The Purpose Driven Life series, Senior Pastor Rommel Lavinia shares from 2 Corinthians 4:7–18 and explores how God can work through our weakness, struggles, and even the broken places of our lives.

We may be fragile like jars of clay, but the treasure within us comes from God. When what we can see begins to wear us down, we can learn to look beyond the temporary and find strength in what lasts.

Key Takeaway:
When the visible breaks you, look to the unseen to sustain you.

Challenge:
Let God’s light shine through every fracture.

12/08/2026

Created to Matter: What Is My Purpose?

We spend so much of life asking, “What should I do?” or “What will make my life meaningful?” But real purpose doesn’t begin with us. It begins with the One who created us.

In this message, Pastor Rommel Lavinia shares from Colossians 1:16, Ephesians 1:10, and Revelation 4:11 as we continue our series through The Purpose Driven Life.

Key Takeaway: We only find our purpose when we live for the One who created us.
Challenge: Center your life on Christ.

11/08/2026

Created to Matter: What Is My Purpose? | Colossians 1:16

Have you ever wondered, “Why am I here?” or questioned whether your life really has a purpose?

We often try to find meaning through success, relationships, achievements, or the plans we make for ourselves. But the Bible points us somewhere deeper: our purpose begins with the One who created us.

In this message from The Purpose Driven Life series, Pastor Rommel Lavinia explores Colossians 1:16, Ephesians 1:10, and Revelation 4:11 and what they reveal about why we were created and where lasting purpose is found.

You were not created by accident. Your life has meaning, but understanding that meaning starts when life is centred on Christ rather than ourselves.

Key Takeaway:
We only find our purpose when we live for the One who created us.

Challenge:
Center your life on Christ.
Instead of asking only, “What do I want to do with my life?” begin asking, “God, what did You create my life for?”

Scripture: Colossians 1:16; Ephesians 1:10; Revelation 4:11
Speaker: Pastor Rommel Lavinia
Series: The Purpose Driven Life