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Firm Foundations - Why The Bible?

This week Pastor Neli lets the Word of God be your anchor and guide. It is God-breathed, equipping us for every good work. As you go about your days, remember that the Bible is more than words on a page; it is a living, transformative force that reveals God’s heart and His purpose for you. Lean into it, meditate on it, and let it shape your thoughts, decisions, and actions. 

All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. - 2 Timothy 16-17 (ESV)

Firm Foundations - Life In The Spirit

This week Pastor Neli focuses on living a transformed life through the Holy Spirit. Be encouraged to renew your minds, embrace your God-given gifts, and walk in unity as the body of Christ. The Holy Spirit empowers you to live with purpose, humility, and love, using your unique gifts to serve others.

For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. - Romans 12:4-8 (ESV)

Firm Foundations - Repentance and Baptism

This week Pastor Neli reminds us that repentance isn't about shame—it's about grace. Just as the prodigal son turned back to his father, we are invited to turn from sin and walk toward God, who runs to embrace us. Baptism symbolises this transformation, burying the old self and rising in new life with Christ. No matter where we’ve been, God’s grace gives us a fresh start. Let us embrace the journey of walking with Him, knowing He never leaves you and His love never runs out. 

What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. - Romans 6:1-4 (ESV)

Firm Foundations - Lordship and Obedience

This week Pastor Neli helps us to realise how our trust in Jesus as Lord should shape every aspect of our lives.  When you trust in God, surrender to His Lordship, and walk in obedience, you are securing your life on an unshakable foundation. Even when uncertainty, fear, or doubt try to creep in, stand firm in the truth that He is with you, guiding you, and strengthening you. 

“Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you? Everyone who comes to me and hears my words and does them, I will show you what he is like: he is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock. And when a flood arose, the stream broke against that house and could not shake it, because it had been well built. - Luke 6:46-48 (ESV)

Firm Foundations - Sin and Salvation

This week Pastor Neli helps us to realise that not matter the challenges that come your way, your foundation is secure in Christ. You were once lost in sin, but God, in His rich mercy, has made you alive in Christ. Your salvation is not something you earned—it is a free gift of grace, a reflection of God’s immeasurable kindness. No matter what the world throws at you, stand firm—because your story is written by the One who redeems and restores. For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,  not a result of works, so that no one may boast.  For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. - Ephesians 2:8-10 (ESV)

Heartbeat - Socially Responsible

This week Pastor Neli reminds us that true faith is more than just words—it's action. James reminds us to be doers of the Word, living out our faith with love, humility, and social responsibility. Listen first, speak with wisdom, and let your actions reflect the heart of Christ. When we care for those in need and treat everyone with dignity, we bring God’s love beyond the four walls of the church. So let’s talk like you talk, love without favouritism, and let our life be a testimony of God’s grace in action.

Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;  for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.  Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. - James 1:19-22 (ESV)

Heartbeat - Spirit Empowered

This week Pastor Neli helps us to reflect on our own journey in life, reminding us that Jesus offers living water that truly satisfies. Are you drawing from temporary sources, or are you drinking deeply from His truth and Spirit? Worship isn’t confined to a place or a moment; it’s a daily walk in Spirit and truth, shaping how we live, love, and lead.

You worship what you do not know; we worship what we know, for salvation is from the Jews.  But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him.  God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”  The woman said to him, “I know that Messiah is coming (he who is called Christ). When he comes, he will tell us all things.”  Jesus said to her, “I who speak to you am he.” - John 4:22-26 (ESV)

Heartbeat - Outreach

This week Pastor Neli helps us to compare the storms in our life.  No matter what storms you face, remember that Jesus meets you right where you are. Just as He called Peter to step out in faith, He calls you to trust Him beyond your comfort zone. When the waves of doubt and fear rise, fix your eyes on Him—He is your steady foundation. Even if you stumble, He is always there to reach out and save you. So step into His purpose with confidence, knowing that He is with you every step of the way.

He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.” - Matthew 14:29-33 (ESV)

Heartbeat - Worship

This week Pastor Neli reminds us that worship is more than a song; it’s a way of life. It’s found in our obedience, in our willingness to trust God fully, and in the sacrifices we make for His glory. Just as Abraham showed unwavering faith, we, too, are called to trust that God will provide in every circumstance.  What are we willing to sacrifice everything for? Let’s choose to place God first, knowing that in surrender, we find true fulfillment, purpose, and the assurance of His perfect plan for our lives. 

So Abraham rose early in the morning, saddled his donkey, and took two of his young men with him, and his son Isaac. And he cut the wood for the burnt offering and arose and went to the place of which God had told him.  On the third day Abraham lifted up his eyes and saw the place from afar.  Then Abraham said to his young men, “Stay here with the donkey; I and the boy will go over there and worship and come again to you.” - Genesis 22:3-5 (ESV)

The Cross - Simon of Cyrene

This week Pastor Neli lets Simon of Cyrene’s story remind us that God can use even the briefest moments of obedience to create ripples of transformation. Just as Simon, an unexpected bystander, carried the cross for Jesus and became part of a greater story, so too can the everyday steps of faith and compassion you take be used by God to impact lives. Whether your role seems small or goes unnoticed, know that God is still writing your story, weaving it into His grand design. Trust Him to author your path, and step boldly into the purpose He has for you. 

²⁶ And as they led him away, they seized one Simon of Cyrene, who was coming in from the country, and laid on him the cross, to carry it behind Jesus. - Luke 23:26 (ESV)