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South Auckland Celebration Centre, 40 Love grove Crescent, Otara (2026)

07/09/2026

Good morning, family. Have a blessed day.

Jesus tells us that we will know the truth, and the truth will set us free. The world often defines freedom as doing whatever we want, whenever we want. Yet the more we pursue that kind of freedom, the more trapped we can become by unhealthy habits, anxiety, and the burden of our mistakes.

Jesus turns this idea of freedom on its head. He shows us that true liberty comes not from having no boundaries, but from having a deep relationship with the truth.

In the previous verse, Jesus gives us the key: we must remain in His Word. Freedom is not a one-time event; it is a daily walk of discipleship. As we fill our minds with His teachings, the enemy’s lies lose their hold on us.

We are freed from the power of sin, the sting of guilt, and the pressure to prove our worth. Jesus does not merely show us the truth—He is the truth, the only truth. When we know Him intimately, the heavy chains of this world begin to fall away.

What lies have you been believing?

True spiritual freedom means being released from sin, guilt, deception, and fear. Jesus offers us complete freedom. Many people speak of “their truth,” but Jesus is the truth we are called to follow.

03/09/2026

Good morning, family. May the peace of our Lord Jesus be with you.

This morning’s reading, Galatians 5:22, describes the fruit of Holy Spirit—nine qualities He produces in the life of a believer: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These qualities grow together in a life led by God.

As we trust in Christ Jesus and follow the Spirit, His fruit becomes evident in us, reflecting our relationship with Him. This way of life is not about forcing ourselves to show love or kindness for a single day. Rather, these qualities flow naturally from a life rooted in Christ.

Just as a well-rooted tree produces fruit when it receives sunlight and water, a life connected to God bears spiritual fruit without strain. Holy Spirit is the gardener; our role is to remain rooted in Him.

When we pray, read God’s Word, and rely on Him throughout the day, we receive the nourishment of His presence. As a result, we respond with greater gentleness, carry more peace, and show more love to those around us—even when it is difficult.

Instead of exhausting ourselves by trying to appear kind and loving, let us ask Holy Spirit to form His character in us and teach us to breathe peace in every circumstance, through thick and thin..

02/09/2026

Good morning, family. I hope you are all doing well.

In our reading this morning, we are encouraged to find our security and strength in God rather than trying to carry the weight of life’s stresses on our own. When facing uncertainty or pressure, we are invited to run to Him as our unshakable Rock, Fortress, and safe refuge.

Christ Jesus being our Rock represents a steady, unshakable foundation when everything else is changing. Our Fortress means a place where we are completely out of reach of the enemy’s attacks. Our Deliverer is the One who pulls us out of danger. We can put our trust in the Lord’s hands, taking refuge in Him for our emotional and spiritual safety when we feel overwhelmed.

Understand that we live in a world where the ground beneath our feet can constantly feel like shifting sand. Financial markets go up and down, health can take unexpected turns, relationships can fracture, and anxiety can creep into our quiet moments.

When crisis hits, our human instinct is often to panic, scramble, and try to fix everything in our own strength. David found himself in a fight for his life, running through caves and dodging the spears of his enemies. In the middle of his exhaustion, he didn’t write a manual on self-reliance; instead, he wrote a song of praise.

He looked at the chaos around him and wrote, “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”

He can be the same for us.

What would your song be during times of trouble, uncertainty, confusion, worry, and stress?

Make the Lord your Rock, your Fortress, your Deliverer, and your Salvation. Make the time to call out to Him and seek Him. He is our safe place, our strength, and our refuge in every season.

01/09/2026

Good morning, family. Don’t forget to give praise as you begin your day. It is always a good thing to remind ourselves to do so.

Our reading this morning tells us never to allow anxiety about the future to steal your peace today, because God, who is with us, will provide what we need and give us the strength needed for each day as it comes.

Live in the present and don’t focus too much on tomorrow. Live one day at a time. God gives us enough grace for today; all we need to do is trust Him and His grace for the now.

If you jump ahead of yourself, you will find that worry and anxiety can take control. But if you do what you need to do for today, those steps will prepare you for your future.

Going back to verse 33 of Matthew 6, it shows us practical application of our priorities. It shows us that we actively need to choose to trust God’s Word for us as we move forward.

“Seek first the kingdom of God” creates a shift in our focus. When we focus on our relationship with God and His righteousness right now, we naturally push out anxiety about future concerns and troubles. God will provide and take care of our physical needs.

God has already taken care of our worries by revealing His action plan for us through His Word. Don’t be paralysed by the concerns and worries of tomorrow. We have enough troubles today.

So be encouraged—loosen your grip. Surrender your worries to the One who is working in every area of your life.

30/08/2026

Good morning, family. Happy and blessed day to you all.

According to our reading this morning, it tells us that those who are wise will shine brightly like the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever. The wise will shine like the brightness of the sky.

This highlights the spiritual truth that we are rewarded for being wise and for turning people from darkness into His glorious light. This is our mission statement as a church: turning people from darkness into Christ Jesus.

What this means is helping others find spiritual truth and faith, which carries an eternal and lasting impact. We are called as believers to let our light shine before all mankind. We are encouraged to shine in a dark world through compassion, wisdom, and sharing God’s truth.

Let others know that there is hope for them. Never give up on them. Always remember that we are to prioritise the ways of God within us so that we do not react, but instead choose to remain calm in times of uncertainty, failure, and conflict.

Live honestly with others and treat them with respect, so that your actions naturally draw people towards your good values. Offer encouragement by speaking words that build people up, especially when they are going through difficulties or facing moral dilemmas.

And don’t be fearful of sharing your faith. Be open with others, build strong relationships, and allow your life to be a light that points people towards Christ. The impact we have on others can last forever.

27/08/2026

Good morning, family. What a joy it is to daily seek the Lord.

This morning, we will look at how Hebrews tells us that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. It simply means that Jesus is completely unchangeable in His character, love, power, and truth.

When we focus on the present, it means Jesus is actively working right now. He offers the same grace, comfort, and help to people as He did in the past. We all change—from our character, to the way we choose to love people, and even in the way we believe and understand truth. But the promise of God’s Word, according to the writer of Hebrews, is that Christ Jesus is the same throughout all of life.

When we look to our future, we need to understand that Jesus will never fail, change, or stop being God. His promises remain secure. Having stability in Christ assures us that we can trust Him, knowing that He is faithful and does not change.

People and worldly circumstances change every day, but Jesus remains the firm foundation in whom we can trust. When we trust in Jesus Christ, we don’t have to wonder if He will be kind, loving, or powerful tomorrow because His goodness is constant.

When your life feels unstable, you can rely on this verse as a spiritual anchor by focusing on Jesus’ unchanging character. Remind yourself that Jesus’ love does not fluctuate based on our performance, our mood, or our current situation.

The same Jesus who laid down His life for you in the past—yesterday—loves you with that exact same intensity right now—today.

The reality of this truth in our reading is that crises can cause human plans, financial security, and personal circumstances to fail overnight, but Jesus remains the same in how He comes to you.

He loved you yesterday. He loves you today. And He will love you tomorrow.

26/08/2026

Good morning, family. How are you doing? I hope that all is well. Let us investigate our daily Word for today.

Colossians 3:1: “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God.”

What could this mean for believers? It means that we share in Christ’s resurrection through faith and baptism, and that we must actively focus our lives on heavenly, eternal values rather than temporary earthly things.

As one who has been raised in Christ through faith and spiritual rebirth, which is symbolised by baptism, a believer’s old sinful self has died, and they share in the new, resurrected life of Jesus. We then need to seek the things that are eternal, and our actions and desires should always align with God’s values and heavenly purpose.

Make note, as we share our devotion this morning according to His Word: we are seated with Him at the right hand of God the Father. This means we share in His supreme authority, victory, and position of honour in heavenly places.

We should always live with an eternal perspective rather than being consumed by earthly wealth. There is nothing wrong with having earthly wealth, so long as it does not take away the glory, praise, and worship that belong to our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

It is normal and understandable to spend our time, energy, and attention focusing on the here and now because it is hard to perceive something beyond our five senses. But we are encouraged by Paul to always look up, put our focus on Jesus Christ, and never walk without Him.

Only through Him and the leading of the Holy Spirit can we live from our position in heavenly places, where we have spiritual power, authority, and victory because of what Christ has given us.

So, when you’re tempted to look around at others or look inward at yourself, look up instead. Heaven is wherever God is, and that is the truest reality of all.

25/08/2026

Good morning, family. Happy and blessed day.

We are told in the Scriptures to love the Lord always, not just with words but with our actions. We are to love Him with all our heart, mind, and soul.

Loving God with all our heart means that our emotions and desires are aligned with His will. We desire to do nothing else but what His will and purpose are for our lives. It means we choose to prioritise Him above all else, allowing His love to shape our affections and guide our decisions.

It means we push through all the obstacles and anything that hinders us in our hearts, minds, and souls. We commit our very being to Him. Our identity, purpose, and existence are rooted in His love, and we find our fulfilment in living for His glory.

To love God with all our mind is to engage our intellect in the pursuit of knowing Him more deeply. It involves searching for Him in His Word, seeking His wisdom and truth, and allowing His truth to transform the way we think and our perspective of God.

Our love for God is not just a one-time event but a daily, intentional choice to surrender every area of our lives to Him.

Take time to reflect on the areas of your life that you have not yet fully surrendered to Him, and make the choice to surrender them to Him today.

24/08/2026

Good morning, family. I hope you are well and remain faithful in all that you do.

God is good. His steadfast love never stops, and His faithfulness lasts forever for every generation. God’s core character is entirely good. He treats His people with kindness and cares for them like a shepherd. God’s promises and truth do not change or expire. He remains reliable for past, present, and future believers.

That is why it is important to be filled with worship, praise, joy, and thanksgiving—to have a heart of gratitude. One of the most powerful emotions is gratitude. If we can find ways to be thankful and grateful throughout our lives, we will surely find the power and emotional strength to walk through some of life’s hardest seasons.

I know it is not always easy to be thankful. But if you can remember all the goodness God has shown you throughout the past and even today, those tough moments will become easier to walk through. We need to remember that we belong to God. He is always near us, and His love will never end. God loves us so deeply, yet He allows us the freedom to wander away from Him.

“For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations.”

Today, start building habits of gratitude towards God and for all that He has done. We can always be grateful to the Lord, even in the midst of difficult seasons of life. There is so much to be grateful for. Search your own heart and start being grateful today. Instead of focusing on what is wrong, how about creating a mind and heart that is thankful for life because of Jesus Christ?

Begin to see the goodness of God as He pours out His love through you. 🙏❤️

21/08/2026

Good morning, family. May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you today.

“The Word became flesh and lived among us” (John 1:14). Because God the Father loved the world—including you—He sent Jesus to rescue us. When God chose to comfort, encourage, and save humanity, He did not send a checklist for us to follow; He sent Himself in the person of His Son, Jesus Christ.

The Word became flesh and made His home in the midst of our fragile, broken world. Jesus did not wait for us to make ourselves worthy before coming near. He met us where we were, bringing grace, unconditional love, and truth so that we might willingly turn to Him.

If we want to receive encouragement and encourage others, we must follow the example found in God’s Word. Jesus knows and understands what we face each day, and He knows that we need His help along the way.

Encouraging yourself and others is not about appearing to be a perfect Christian from a distance. It means entering into the difficult realities of people’s lives, listening to their doubts, sharing our own vulnerabilities, and pointing them back to Jesus, our Lord and Saviour.

When you love someone in practical ways, stand beside them in a crisis, and speak the truth of Scripture over their life, you offer them a glimpse of God’s glory. You become a tangible reminder that God has not abandoned them.

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