HTBB Talks

Palm Sunday marks Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, a pivotal moment before his crucifixion. Bishop Thorpe will delve into the significance of this event, helping us understand the true nature of Jesus' kingship and its message for our lives today. Whether you're a longtime believer or someone curious to learn more, this sermon will offer a fresh perspective on Jesus' teachings and the hope he offers. Matthew 21:1-11

Nick explores one of the great passages in John 6 in Scripture involving food, and how Jesus turned the same into a miracle. John 6:5-13

Chloe looks at Acts 3, and discusses how healing can be an everyday occasion, how we are called to pray for the sick, and to be Jesus' witnesses of God's kingdom here on earth. Acts 3:1-13

How good are we at just hanging out with God and being in his presence? Steve Chong, the Founding Director of the RICE Movement speaks about what it means to know that we are children of God and unconditionally loved by a perfect Father. Luke 15:20-31

What does levelling up in all that God has in store for us look like? Dan Blythe, Global Alpha Youth Director unpacks the life of Joseph as an example of how to live a life of integrity and purpose.

From the account of the Day of Pentecost in Acts 2, Miles looks at 4 things about the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Acts 2:1-12

In this sermon, we delve into the significance of Jesus' Ascension and uncover four timeless truths that can resonate with Christians everywhere, across time. We see how Jesus' Ascension fulfilled his mission, showcases his divine authority, and promised the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:1-11

God promises to give you a new heart and a new spirit, all you need to do is ask for it. In this sermon, Jacintha talks about the process of sanctification and how God gives us the desire and the power for to be formed into the likeness of Jesus. Ezekiel 36:26-27

Are you waiting for something in life? Do you find waiting difficult? Miles looks at the apostle Paul’s advice to the Thessalonians about how to wait well, trusting that God will use the time of waiting. 2 Thessalonians 3:11-16

Have you ever felt burdened by blame and shame and a need to renovate your thought life? In this talk, Jacintha speaks about the Fall in Genesis 3, and the events surrounding it and how when sin entered the world, so did blame and shame. But God's intention was for humankind to have authority. And so our steps to renovate our thought lives begin with naming our reality and then claiming our identity in God.

Happy New Year! We have, ahead of us, a full year ahead. The habits we practise for the rest of the year will matter more than the goals that we set today, because we don’t win races by intensity but by consistency. In this talk, Abel speaks about 4 habits we can cultivate to run the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1-3

God planned the first Christmas perfectly, but have we prepared our hearts to receive Christ? Galatians 4:4

The birth of Jesus was announced by an angel to shepherds. The angel’s announcement tells us how this child changes our lives still today. Luke 2:10-11

Christmas is fact not fiction, yet it remains deeply mystical and joyful. Miles considers why this is the case. 1 John 1:1-4

Did you know that light is a major theme of the bible? Christmas is the celebration of God’s light entering the world. As we enter this Christmas month, Abel talks about the light of Christ, and how you can have this light in the dark times of your life. Isaiah 9, John 1

At the start of advent, we turn to one of the most unusual baby announcements in all history, about a child who will be a wonderful counsellor, mighty God, everlasting father and prince of peace. Isaiah 9:1-7

There is no fear in God’s perfect love from His knowledge and presence, only freedom. Watch to know how we can place our firm trust in a God who knows all. Psalm 139:1-24

It was in Joshua’s spiritual encounter before taking Jericho that the battle was won. What can we learn as to how we can prepare for God to overcome the ‘Jericho challenges’ in our lives? Joshua 5:13-15

If you’ve ever wondered how to transform your life, watch this to see how Jesus transforms Zacchaeus from sinner to son. Luke 19:1-10

Jesus is the source to a full life. However, this full life in Jesus requires us to have both faith and obedience. Often, Jesus challenges us to grow in us a faith which we do not know we could possess. Other times, he requires us to obey even when we it doesn't make sense. With faith and obedience, we are able to receive from Jesus far more than we can imagine, and lead an abundant life; a life to the full. John 4:43-54

As people who are made in the image of God, we have a mission to steward and cultivate goodness, to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. God has made us to be contributors – and the measure to which we experience life to the full is the measure to which we share that life with others. Matthew 5:13-16

The Bible is honest about our seasons of burnout and exhaustion. We see of people in the Bible being burnt out and we also see Jesus speak directly into this subject. This sermon explores Jesus' teachings about how to come out of burnout through intentional prayer, rest and leaning into God's ways. Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Kings 19:3-18

In this talk, Stew explores how we can release our anxiety to God and embrace a relationship with Him resulting in us experiencing a peace that passes all understanding. Philippians 4:4-9

Jesus’ story about a good shepherd and his sheep in John 10 gives us some surprising guidance about how we can live life to the full. John 10:1-15

Whatever the challenges you face in life, Miles reminds us that we worship the God who fights for us and how we can choose faith over fear. 1 Samuel 5:1-7, 7:2-13

Jacintha looks at the life of Thomas and draws out a few reflections on our own journeys as disciples of Jesus. John 11:8-16, 20:24-29

Things didn’t go as you have expected and you are disappointed. It does not mean God is not with you for His love is never based on your circumstances. Disappointments do not necessarily lead to dead ends, but they can bring forth God’s greater purpose and glory in your life. John 11:1-44

Miles looks at the story of Balaam and his donkey, and how God takes us from a path of disobedience to one of obedience and blessing. Numbers 22:12, 15-17, 21-41