Heroes: Daniel

by Rachel Donaldson. Rachel looks into some of the key character qualities as she explores the life of Daniel. He was a man of no compromise and lived consistently regardless of his circumstances. Join Rachel as she encourages us to Stand Up and Stand Out. Key texts include: Daniel 1:3-21 and Daniel 6.


Heroes: Nehemiah (Unifier of a City)

by Chad Mansbridge. Today's biblical hero is Nehemiah, who united a city and led Israel through a period of relentless pressure, to see God's purposes fulfilled. In this episode of our Heroes 2.0 Series, Chad engages us in a serious conversation about the need to remain united, especially now in 2021, as we continue to walk together through the ever-present pressures brought about by Covid, reminding us that our differences need not divide us. Key texts include: Nehemiah Chapters 2; 4; 5; 6; 13.


Heroes: Onesimus (useless or useful?)

by Rob Moores. Onesimus, a runaway slave, went from being useless to incredibly useful. Rob Moores shares with us that sometimes, we may feel useless but in the hands of God he crowns us otherwise. Key texts: Philemon 8–16.


Heroes: John (The Baptiser)

by Jonathan Ogilvie. Continuing our series on Heroes, Jonathan examines the role of John the Baptiser. He was called to conclude the prophets of the Old Testament and was responsible for heralding the coming of Messiah. Key text: John 1:19-34


Heroes: David (The not so-UnderDog)

by Jesse Mansbridge. On this special Father's Day Service, and to coincide with Bayside's 19th birthday, one of our founding members takes to the pulpit for the very first time!
Listen as Jesse takes us to the story of David and Goliath, and encourages us to be confident and step out in faith knowing our battle is won.
Key passages include: 1 Samuel 17


Heroes: Ezra (A Man of the Book)

by Chad Mansbridge. As part of National Book Week, and to coincide with the in-house release of his new book (You Can Handle the Truth), Chad's biblical hero today is Ezra - Old Testament teacher and scribe. Discover what Ezra teaches us about being a 'People of the Book', and of how we can correctly handle it for ourselves today! Key texts: Ezra 7:1–10; Nehemiah 8:1–10. #youcanhandlethetruth


Heroes: Joseph (The Great Protector)

by Chad Mansbridge. Continuing on with our 2021 Term 3 Preaching Series, we head back to where it all began, the book of Genesis, and examine the life and story of Joseph. A hero in many respects, and for many reasons, in this message Chad specifically draws out Joseph's profound commitment to being a Protector. Key texts include: Genesis 37–50; Titus 2:12; Hebrews 12:15


Heroes: Thomas

by Jeff Evers. Jeff looks at the disciple Thomas and what we can learn from him. He was brave, he was bold and a believer that led the way for all of us to believe. Key texts include: John 11:16, John 14:5-6, and John 20:28-29.


Heroes: Deborah

by Brooke Wheatley. Today join Brooke as she shares from Judges chapter 4 on the life lessons we can learn from Deborah, the prophet and the judge.


Heroes: Paul (Issues with Authority)

by Chad Mansbridge. Launching our 2021 Term 3 Preaching Series, Chad draws our attention to the apostle Paul and his dealings with 'authority issues'. Notably, how Paul related to those under him, over him, alongside him and within him. Is there a difference between submission and obedience? Can a leader be authoritative but not authoritarian? What about issues of conscience? Key texts include: 1 Corinthians 4; Acts 23:1–5; Galatians 2:6–11; Acts 20–21; Romans 14.