A sermon from Matthew 9 on prayer, evangelism and Jesus compassion for lost sheep.
Author: Duncan Sills (Duncan Sills)
Comfort in Life and Death – Matthew 9:14-34
A question about fasting gives Jesus the opportunity to teach us about the newness of life he is bringing in comparison to the old system of religion. At the same time, we are reminded of the hope of resurrection we have and given instructions about fasting at this time in history.
Trusting God One Day at a Time – Exodus 13:17-22
At this time during the Covid Pandemic, this story from the book of Exodus about the Israelites in the wilderness can encourage us and teach us to trust God through all circumstances.
Hope through pain & sorrow – Genesis 29:31 – 30:22
God is able to work amazing miracles out of a really messy situation. Encouragement for us during the Covid Pandemic and all pains and sorrows this world has to offer.
The Great Physician – Matthew 9:9-13
Jesus, the one with all authority, eats, and reclines with sinners. But he doesn’t just eat with them, he heals them.
The Authority to Forgive Sins – Matthew 9:1-8
Jesus shows in Matthew 9, he is not only the great healer and miracle worker, he is the Son of God with the authority to forgive sins.
Encouragement Videos During Lockdown
Earlier in the year, during the peak of Lockdown (and while I was furloughed from my secular job),
Jesus, Our Complete Saviour – Hebrews 7:25
Jesus saves to the uttermost and expresses his love for us right now in Heaven as he intercedes on our behalf. A wonderful reminder of the love of Christ in our first service back at the Ashcroft since March.
Giving to Global Mission – Philippians 4:10-20
We’re so grateful to be a part of our Global Church Family in Commission and we believe it is important for the Church to support global missions by giving to missionary organisations, so that the Good News of Jesus Christ is proclaimed and heard across the World.
How to respond to life’s challenges – Matthew 8:18-27
Jesus challenges his listeners, whether they are logical thinkers or passionate go-getters and then he calms the wind and the waves showing he has authority over creation.


