Grace and Truth

In this sermon, Pastor Kellen Hiroto examines John 8:31–47, in which Jesus delivers a sobering warning that challenges us to examine the nature of our faith. While many express an initial belief or religious profession, Jesus highlights the stark contrast between a false, surface-level faith and the persevering, life-changing faith of a true disciple.
In this sermon, we explore the distinct markers of genuine discipleship—abiding in Christ’s Word and walking in true freedom—contrasted with the characteristics of a false disciple. The message serves as both an invitation to self-examination and a compassionate call to turn to Christ in genuine repentance and saving faith.
Timestamps
00:00 – Opening Prayer
00:46 – Parables of Genuine and False Faith (Matthew 13 & Sermon on the Mount)
03:07 – Context of John 8: Examining Superficial Faith vs. True Faith
05:44 – Characteristic 1 of a True Disciple: Abiding in Christ’s Word
10:48 – Characteristic 2 of a True Disciple: Freedom Through the Truth
17:15 – Characteristics of False Disciples (John 8:34–47)
18:18 – 1. Slaves to Sin
19:25 – 2. God's Word Finds No Place in Them
20:38 – 3. Reliance on Heredity and Heritage
22:25 – 4. Lack of Love for Christ
24:08 – 5. Children of the Devil
27:18 – 6. Ultimate Unbelief and Lack of Heart Faith
29:21 – Closing Call to Repentance and Prayer

In this sermon, Pastor Ernest Kanzangaza explores the depth of God's unmerited favor through the prophet Jeremiah. Preached during a dark period of exile, judgment, and despair for Israel and Judah, Jeremiah 31:31–34 delivers a powerful message of hope: God promises a New Covenant—not based on human works or merit, but entirely on His eternal faithfulness and grace.
Join us as we look at two details of God’s grace that produce true obedience:
His Promise: An everlasting covenant initiated by God to restore a wayward people.
His Provisions: Reconciliation, internal regeneration (writing His law on our hearts), a restored relationship, and complete forgiveness of sins fulfilled through Jesus Christ.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Opening Song & Reflection: "If It Had Not Been for the Lord"
01:10 – Introduction: Advent Series & The Call of Jeremiah
02:15 – Historical Context: Israel & Judah in Captivity and Darkness
03:40 – Bringing Hope to the Hopeless (Romans 5:8 Parallel)
04:15 – Opening Prayer & Intercession for the Sick and Traveling
06:30 – Sermon Overview: 2 Details of God's Grace That Produce True Obedience
07:05 – Detail 1: God’s Promise (Jeremiah 31:31–32)
08:30 – Shift in Jeremiah: From Rebukes to Eternal Hope
10:00 – Initiated by God: The "I Will" Statements of Grace
11:30 – Reuniting Israel and Judah Under One Promise
13:45 – Contrast: The Old Sinai Covenant vs. The New Covenant
16:00 – The Heart of the Problem: Israel’s Broken Vows & Unfaithfulness
18:15 – Detail 2: God’s Provisions (Jeremiah 31:33–34)
19:00 – Provision 1: Complete Reconciliation
21:15 – Reconciliation Expanded in the New Testament (John 4 & Galatians 3)
22:45 – Provision 2: Regeneration & Transformation of the Heart
26:00 – Only God Can Change a Heart (Ezekiel 36 & John 3)
27:30 – Provision 3: A Personal, Restored Relationship with God
29:15 – Closing Application: Trusting God’s Grace in Christ

What did Jesus actually mean when He promised "Living Water" to the woman at the well? In this deep dive, Christopher Manda breaks down the historical context, scripture, and real spiritual meaning behind one of the most famous metaphors in the Bible.
If you’ve ever felt spiritually dry, overwhelmed, or wondered how the Holy Spirit works in your daily life, this teaching will completely transform how you read John 4 and John 7.
📚 RESOURCES & SCRIPTURES MENTIONED
John 4:10–14 (Jesus & The Samaritan Woman)
John 7:37–39 (Rivers of Living Water)
Jeremiah 2:13 (The Fountain of Living Waters)
Revelation 21:6 (Water of Life Freely)

In this exposition of John 7:25–36 by Pastor Kellen Hiroto, we examine two distinct scenes of confusion surrounding Jesus during the Feast of Booths (Sukkot/Tabernacles) in Jerusalem. As the crowds and religious leaders debate His origins and plot His arrest, Jesus confronts them with His divine origin, God's sovereign timeline, and a solemn warning regarding the peril of unbelief.

When Jesus declared, "I am the living bread that came down from heaven," it sparked fierce pushback, deep confusion, and outright unbelief among those listening. Why were people offended by His message, and what does it mean for us today?
In this expository sermon on John 6:41–59, by Pastor Ernest Kanzangaza, we examine the two displays of unbelief confronting Christ’s message and explore how salvation is entirely God’s sovereign work while requiring our active faith. 

In this sermon by Pastor Kellen Hiroto on John 1:29–34, we explore two glorious testimonies given by John the Baptist regarding the redemptive majesty of Jesus Christ: Jesus is the Lamb of God(v29-31) and Jesus is the Son of God (v32 - 34).
Through deep Old Testament cross-references—from Abraham on Mount Moriah and the Passover in Exodus to the suffering servant in Isaiah 53—we see how God established the pattern of substitutionary sacrifice. Discover why Jesus had to be both truly human to die as a lamb and truly divine to pay the debt for sin once and for all.
Whether you are seeking to understand the biblical roots of Christ's sacrifice or desiring to grow in holiness and devotion, this exposition will draw your eyes to the unrivalled glory of Jesus Christ.
 
📌 Key Takeaways & Topics Covered:
The 5 Old Testament roots of the "Lamb of God" imagery (Genesis 22, Exodus 12, Exodus 29, Leviticus 14, Isaiah 53).
How Jesus satisfies the requirement of propitiation on the cross.
Why "takes away the sin of the world" refutes universalism while opening salvation to all who believe (Jew or Gentile).
The meaning of Jesus pre-existing John the Baptist despite being born later.
What it means that Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit and why the Spirit remained on Him.
Why Jesus must be both the Lamb of God and the Son of God to accomplish redemption.
Time Stamps
0:00 - Introduction: Figurative Language in Scripture
1:18 - Central Image: The Lamb of God in John 1
2:15 - Sermon Overview & Main Thesis (John 1:29–34)
2:34 - 1. Jesus is the Lamb of God (v. 29–31)
2:58 - 5 Old Testament Roots of the Lamb Imagery
5:14 - Propitiation: Innocence, Death, and Substitution
6:10 - How Jesus Fulfils the Passover Lamb (John 19)
7:05 - The Resurrected Lamb Worshipped in Revelation 5
9:22 - Refuting Universalism: What "Sin of the World" Means
11:06 - The Pre-Existence and Humility of Christ (v. 30–31)
12:12 - 2. Jesus is the Son of God (v. 32–34)
12:35 - The Spirit Descending and Remaining Like a Dove
13:30 - Isaiah’s Messianic Prophecies of the Spirit (Isa 11, 42, 61)
14:50 - Understanding the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
17:35 - Eyewitness Testimony: Jesus is the Son of God (v. 34)
18:20 - Superiority of the Son (Hebrews 1 Excursus)
20:00 - Why Jesus Had to Be Both Human (Lamb) & Divine (Son)
21:05 - Application: Belief, Holiness, and Response

Should Christians stay out of politics, or should faith control the state? 🗳️✝️
In this sermon on Mark 12:13–17, Pastor Newton Chilingulo unpacks Jesus’ iconic response to the Pharisees and Herodians: "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's". Discover why this statement is considered one of the most influential statements in world history and how it provides a biblical framework for navigating faith in a politically broken world.
📌 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS SERMON:
Whose Image Do You Bear? Understanding our ultimate accountability to God before political parties, voters, or earthly leaders.
Avoiding Two Extremes: Why Christians must neither disengage from politics out of cynicism nor idolise politics as a saviour.
Historical Context: The background of Roman taxation, the census tax coin, and the political trap set for Jesus.
Integrity & Stewardship: What it looks like for Christians and public leaders to view governance as a sacred, moral responsibility.
Civil Authority vs. Ultimate Allegiance: Why earthly governments have legitimate authority, but God holds ultimate authority over our worship and conscience.
⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro: Should Faith Stay Out of Politics?
00:45 – Reading Mark 12:13–17
02:15 – What If a Christian Believed They Bear God’s Image in Parliament?
04:30 – The History Behind the Question: Rome, Taxes & the Coin
07:15 – The Trappers: Pharisees vs. Herodians
09:40 – The Deceptive Trap & The Political Dilemma
12:10 – Jesus’ Divine Response: "Render to Caesar..."
15:30 – Render to God What Belongs to God: Our Ultimate Allegiance
18:20 – The Real Hope for Our Nation & Gospel Stewardship
21:00 – Closing Prayer
📖 SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:
Mark 12:13–17 – Paying Taxes to Caesar
Romans 13:1–7 – Submission to Governing Authorities
1 Peter 2:13–17 – Honour the King, Fear God
Acts 5:29 – "We must obey God rather than human beings."
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The Fear of the Lord: The Beginning of Knowledge
What does it mean to truly fear God? Proverbs 1:7 declares that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” In this sermon by Tom Dickerson, we discover that biblical fear is not mere terror or respect, but a holy awe that produces humility, worship, obedience, hatred of evil, and freedom from the fear of man. True wisdom begins when we stop merely knowing about God and learn to stand in awe of Him.

Be washed and serve. With pastor Kellen Hiroto.
In John 13:1-20 we find three scenes that should compel us to be humble faith and service.1. The servant vv.1-52. The symbol vv. 6-113. The implication vv. 12-20

With Moses Kuthyola
In Matthew 5:3-4 we find two truths that should anchor us in our faith in Christ.
1. A humble heart v.32. A contrite heart v.4