

Red Church
Red Church
These are our Sunday sermons from Red Church in Melbourne, Australia. Visit https://redchurch.au to learn more.
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May 11, 2025 • 44min
The Compelling Church: Gathering – Mark Sayers
Pastor Mark Sayers explores the transformative power of worship, emphasizing its role in awakening spiritual engagement in a disconnected world. He connects worship to a deeper understanding of God, urging believers to chase genuine spiritual presence rather than routine. The decline of nightlife highlights society's yearning for community and connection, presenting a unique opportunity for the church. Mark challenges listeners to embrace collective worship experiences that foster deeper relationships with the divine and empower them for mission.

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May 4, 2025 • 41min
The Compelling Church: Discipleship – Mark Sayers
Mark Sayers dives into the intriguing concept of discipleship and its power to make the church compelling. He presents surprising data about rising youth attendance, challenging common perceptions of decline. The core idea is that discipleship transforms lives by helping individuals embody Christ's teachings in their own unique circumstances. Listeners are encouraged to fully surrender to Christ for authentic transformation, emphasizing that this journey can influence others positively in today’s fast-paced world.

Apr 27, 2025 • 41min
The Compelling Church: Mission – Mark Sayers
Discover the surprising spiritual growth in Australia's faith landscape, as Pastor Mark unveils statistics that challenge notions of decline. Explore how a church becomes magnetic through fervent prayer, mission-driven focus, and whole-life discipleship. Delve into historical perspectives on Jesus' compelling nature and the church's role amidst rising secularism. Witness a shift towards Christianity among younger generations eager for authentic faith experiences. This message ignites a call to embrace the unexpected moments of spiritual awakening.

Apr 19, 2025 • 40min
Easter Sunday: When Resurrection Breaks In – Mark Sayers
Explore the transformative power of Christ's resurrection and how it disrupts our expectations. Delve into the journey from doubt to belief through Thomas's story. Examine the rising Christian faith among Australians over 55 and the surprising commitment of millennials to church. Reflect on mortality and humanity's longing for life beyond death. This message encourages a personal embrace of hope and a deeper intimacy with faith, highlighting the revolutionary nature of resurrection in our world.

Apr 18, 2025 • 28min
Good Friday: Finding Our Way Home – Mark Sayers
In this Good Friday message, Pastor Mark Sayers explores the theme of spiritual homesickness and our journey back to God. Drawing from the story of the Queen of Sheba's quest for wisdom and Jesus's sacrifice on the cross, Mark illuminates how humanity's exile from Eden has created a universal longing for our true home with God

Apr 13, 2025 • 40min
Palm Sunday's Invitation to Kingdom Hope – Trudi Sayers
In this message, Trudi Sayers unpacks the profound significance of Palm Sunday and what it means for believers today. Drawing parallels between Jesus's triumphant entry into Jerusalem and our own spiritual journey, Trudi explores how this historical moment announces Christ's leadership, servant methods, and saving mission. Discover how we can walk with "the end in mind," maintaining hope despite life's storms, and embrace a kingdom perspective that cannot be shaken. A timely reminder that our Redeemer lives and has gone before us in every circumstance we face.

Apr 6, 2025 • 38min
The Reckoning – Lindy Wilson
Lindy unpacks Jesus' challenging Parable of the Ten Minas from Luke 19. As we journey through Lent, she explores what it means to live faithfully in the time between Christ's first and second coming. Through the stories of a blind man who truly "sees" Jesus and Zacchaeus whose life is transformed, Lindy reminds us that God calls us not to play it safe, but to boldly steward everything He's entrusted to us. This powerful message challenges listeners to examine their choices and actions while offering hope that God equips us with everything we need to hear those beautiful words: "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Mar 30, 2025 • 46min
The Shadow of the Cross – Mark Sayers
Pastor Mark Sayers dives into the powerful implications of Holman Hunt's painting, "The Shadow of Death." He explores how the cross of Christ transforms our everyday lives and challenges our pursuit of happiness. Listeners are invited to embrace the paradox of surrendering to Christ, which is both a difficult and freeing journey. The discussion emphasizes community, the importance of humility, and the role of the cross in redefining what it means to lead a faith-driven life in today's world.

Mar 23, 2025 • 45min
Listen and Follow – Lindy Wilson
Lindy Wilson explores the biblical metaphor of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, emphasising that connecting with God is less about spiritual techniques and more about developing an intimate relationship. Drawing on the imagery of sheep dependence, she reveals how God speaks not through grand gestures, but through gentle whispers in everyday moments. Using a compelling comparison between the Holy Spirit's loving guidance and the enemy's condemning voices, Wilson invites listeners to trust God's character, recognise His compassionate communication, and remain close to Jesus like sheep staying near their protective shepherd.

Mar 16, 2025 • 40min
Camberwell Launch: Stepping Out of the Shadows – Mark Sayers
Mark Sayers dives into the intriguing theme of decay and renewal, using personal anecdotes and the second law of thermodynamics to explore spiritual implications. He reflects on the story of Joseph of Arimathea as a symbol of bold faith, urging listeners to emerge from passive waiting into active belief. The discussion highlights the cyclical nature of change and the importance of maintaining faith amid disillusionment. As Easter approaches, Sayers encourages a courageous embrace of renewal and the revitalizing power of resurrection.