https://sermons.logos.com/profile/3296258https://files.logoscdn.com/v1/files/2702182/content.jpg?signature=NmM3dNsLgDbBm1KuSg7Q-luok-Y&e=.jpghttps://sermons.logos.com/profile/3296258RSS for NodeWed, 29 Apr 2026 00:21:22 GMT60Luke Hughes-BungerSermons by Luke Hughes-BungerLuke Hughes-Bungersermons@logos.comnohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1749345https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1749345Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:17:53 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHome renovations are always a challenge. So often what looks like a simple job ends up exposing deeper problems. When we do, we're faced with a dilemma, do we just apply a quick fix to the worst problems, cover them up temporarily, and leave the problem for someone else to solve in the future. But eventually, we know, someone is going to have to do the job properly, permanently, even if it's more costly, and more difficult. Our spiritual lives can be the same. We prefer the quick fix over the ultimate answer. Hebrews 7 is written to exactly those kinds of people, who had lived with the "temporary fix" of the priestly system so long, they were tempted to go back to it, even once they had experienced God's ultimate solution to their greatest spiritual need. Yet they still found themselves tempted to return to the old, inferior system. But as the author reminds us -- Jesus is a greater high priest, who reveals just how much better his promised solution for sin really is.2370nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1744559https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1744559Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:53:47 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2016nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1739272https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1739272Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:33:15 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2640nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1734728https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1734728Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:05:30 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHebrews 6 is one of the most challenging passages in all of scripture. The theological implications have been discussed for generations. But what if, instead of a theological treatise, these passages were actually a powerful reminder of the importance of growth to maturity, and a warning against complacency. This morning, we unpack these passages, not as a theological argument, but as a poignant, pastoral, practical encouragement to the church.2426nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1725264https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1725264Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:02:54 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHaving an advocate who truly knows and understands makes all the difference. Whether it's in our daily lives, in court, or even in our faith, knowing that those who speak for us also understand us, and know what we need is not a luxury, it's essential! This morning we think about what it means for us to have the ultimate advocate -- Jesus, who became a man, and is our great high priest. Join us as we think about this wonderful truth together.2539nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1653738https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1653738Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:51:09 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2081nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1648480https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1648480Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:03:45 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn this New Year's vision message, Pastor Luke casts a biblical vision for three-dimensional church growth in 2026. Drawing from Ephesians 4:15-16 and Acts 2:41-47, he shows how healthy churches grow numerically (reaching new people with the gospel), spiritually (believers becoming more like Christ), and relationally (deepening genuine community). But this isn't just aspirational. The sermon includes three concrete "this week" assignments that move from inspiration to implementation. You'll learn how to pray specifically for those far from God, establish daily rhythms of Bible reading and prayer, and practice hospitality that builds real relationships. The big idea: Biblical growth is not one thing measured three ways. It is one life expressed in three dimensions. When all three are present, growth becomes joyful, sustainable, and God-honoring. 1941nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1644652https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1644652Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:04:16 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThe Christmas story does not end with a baby in a manger. It begins there. The incarnation is not the conclusion of God's redemptive plan—it is the hinge. Jesus came once in humility. He will come again in glory. Between these two comings, believers live in what theologians call the "already/not yet" tension of the Christian life. In this seventh and final message of The Long-Awaited King Advent series, we examine Revelation 22:12-21 and Titus 2:11-14 to show how both advents shape the Christian life. The sermon develops three movements: First, the grace that appeared in the first advent is actively training believers to renounce ungodliness and live godly lives in the present age. Second, the promise of Christ's return steadies believers against fear, cynicism, and spiritual drift. Third, between the two advents Christians live purposefully—not with passive resignation but with zealous engagement in good works, gospel proclamation, and holiness.1805nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1644041https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1644041Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:44:24 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger1146nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1635899https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1635899Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:00:34 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen heaven's glory burst into the world to announce the arrival of the King, God didn't send angels to Jerusalem's temple courts or Herod's palace. He sent them to a field outside Bethlehem—to shepherds. This Sunday we're exploring Luke 2:8-20 and discovering why God delights to break glory into overlooked places. The shepherds weren't religious elites. They weren't scholars. They were blue-collar workers outside the circles of power. Yet they became the first witnesses of the incarnation.1953nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1631510https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1631510Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:01:07 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn Luke 2:1-7, we encounter a family on an unplanned journey. Caesar Augustus issues a decree for a census, forcing Joseph to take his nine-month-pregnant fiancée on an eighty-mile trek from Nazareth to Bethlehem. The timing seems terrible. The logistics are impossible. There is not even room at the inn when they arrive. From a human perspective, everything about this journey looks inconvenient, risky, and poorly planned. But Luke reveals something stunning: behind the political machinery of Rome and the chaos of overcrowded Bethlehem, God is fulfilling a 700-year-old prophecy with breathtaking precision. Micah 5:2 had declared that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. Caesar thought he was strengthening his empire. God was positioning a carpenter and his pregnant wife in exactly the right place at exactly the right time.2034nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1627328https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1627328Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThe kingdom of God is completely upside-down from the world's expectations. Mary knew it when she sang the Magnificat. God sees the overlooked. He lifts the lowly. He fills the hungry with good things and sends the rich away empty. This isn't just poetry—it's God's consistent pattern throughout Scripture, and it finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus.2053nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1623118https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1623118Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and Joseph with news that would disrupt their entire lives, his first words were "Fear not." This sermon explores how two ordinary people from Nazareth responded to God's impossible call with faith and what that teaches us about trusting God's character when obedience gets costly. 2111nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1618475https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1618475Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThis sermon unpacks the famous messianic prophecies of Isaiah 9:2-7 and Micah 5:2-5a, examining how these promises pointed forward to Christ's first advent and how they sustain us as we await His second coming. We explore the four divine titles given to the coming child—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—and what they reveal about the nature of the Messiah. We also discover why God chose the forgotten regions of Zebulun and Naphtali, and the insignificant town of Bethlehem, to reveal His greatest glory.2281nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1613993https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1613993Sun, 09 Nov 2025 20:21:10 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn a culture where identity has become fluid and uncertain, where do we find solid ground? Beginning in Genesis and looking forward to Revelation, we explore three foundational truths of scripture: First, that we are created as embodied people, male and female, by a God who knows us better than we know ourselves. Second, that God has given us two equally good gifts for human flourishing—marriage between one man and one woman, and celibate singleness devoted to Christ. Third, that the church must become the safest place for those wrestling with sexual brokenness, offering both uncompromising truth and radical grace. The gospel is costly for everyone. Jesus calls us to deny ourselves and take up our cross daily. But the good news is this: what God made good, He will make new.2410nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1609739https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1609739Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:42:13 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIf you change the lens on a camera, the moment stays the same — but your experience of it changes. So it is with Christian views of the millennium. Revelation 20 shows us Christ’s victory and reign, but believers through history have “looked through different lenses.” This sermon surveys the three major millennial views — premillennialism (historic and dispensational), postmillennialism, and amillennialism — and explains why our church teaches from an “already / not yet” approach that gently leans amillennial. The aim is not to settle every diagram but to strengthen hope in Christ’s future return, the resurrection, final judgment, and the renewal of all things. 3408nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1605093https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1605093Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:53:01 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat do Christians really believe about the end times? Why do faithful believers sometimes come to different conclusions about what the book of Revelation means—and what does that tell us about God’s plan? This week at Hudson’s Hope Chapel, we explores the four major ways Christians have interpreted the end times throughout history: • Preterist: “It’s already happened.” • Historicist: “It’s unfolding through history.” • Futurist: “It’s still to come.” • Idealist: “It’s always true.” Rather than choosing sides, we’ll discover how each perspective highlights part of the same story — that God is in control, Christ will return, and all things will be made new. “Behold, I am making all things new.” — Revelation 21:53059nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1600476https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1600476Sun, 19 Oct 2025 20:28:11 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHave you ever found yourself getting deeply invested in a TV show—only to discover it was cancelled before the writers could finish the story? You’re left hanging… waiting for resolution that never comes. Life can feel like that sometimes too. It's easy to feel like we live in a world going nowhere--chapters that seem cut short, loose ends unresolve, and moments that feel like they belong in a story without an ending. But the Bible reminds us that our story hasn’t been cancelled—it’s just not finished yet. Christian eschatology—the study of the end of all things—isn’t about fear or prediction; it’s about hope. It’s the assurance that God’s story is moving toward a purposeful, glorious conclusion. He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion. (Philippians 1:6) History isn’t spiralling out of control—it’s being drawn toward redemption, restoration, and renewal under the loving hand of its Author.2014nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1595937https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1595937Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:34:44 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen Jesus fed the five thousand, He didn’t wait until the miracle happened to give thanks — He thanked His Father first. This Thanksgiving, Pastor Luke shares how gratitude begins not after we see God’s provision, but before — in the moments of faith, trust, and surrender. Join us as we explore Matthew 14:13–21 and learn how true thanksgiving means blessing God before the breakthrough.2365nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1591477https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1591477Sun, 05 Oct 2025 20:28:24 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen life feels chaotic, it can seem like the pieces are falling apart — but God’s Word reminds us that the Master never loses control. In this message, we explore the doctrine of providence — the sovereign, purposeful, and loving rule of God over all things. Through Scripture and the story of The Immortal Game — a famous chess match where apparent defeat led to victory — we see how God reigns, works, and redeems, even when we cannot see His plan. Key Points: 1. God Reigns — His sovereign hand holds all things together. 2. God Works — He weaves every circumstance for His glory and our good. 3. God Redeems — He is restoring what sin and suffering have broken. Whether you’re in a season of confusion, waiting, or loss, this message will remind you that God’s plan is still unfolding — and what looks like defeat may, in the end, be the setup for eternal victory.2163nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1589245https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1589245Sun, 28 Sep 2025 19:32:18 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2461nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1582521https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1582521Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:42:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerFlags are just pieces of cloth — but they stand for something far bigger. They represent identity, history, pride, and belonging. This week at Hudson’s Hope Chapel, we’re talking about two “flags” Jesus gave His church: baptism and communion. Baptism is the bold declaration that we belong to Jesus — that our old life is gone and we’ve been raised with Him to new life. Communion is the ongoing meal that nourishes us and reminds us of Christ’s sacrifice until He returns. Join us as we explore what these symbols mean, why Christians sometimes disagree about them, and why we practice them the way we do.2765nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1577798https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1577798Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:17:30 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThe assassination of Charlie Kirk remind us just how broken our world really is — and how real the battle between good and evil can be. In this message, we unpack Ephesians 6:10–12 to see that there is a war going on beyond what we can see with our eyes — a war between the kingdom of God and the powers of evil. We’ll explore: - The reality of the war we are in — and why we must not ignore or fear it - The three fronts of the battle: the flesh, the world, and the devil - The believer’s authority in Christ — how we can resist the enemy and stand firm - The hope of the gospel — Jesus has already won the decisive victory, and anyone who turns to Him can be forgiven, set free, and find peace in the storm This is a message for anyone feeling shaken by the world right now — take heart, Christ has overcome!2150nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1573404https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1573404Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:05:43 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhy are you here? Not in the metaphorical, philosophical sense, but in a very literal sense. As Christians, we know our purpose, and our identity. But the when the rubber meets the road, the harder question can be fighting out what that looks like practically. Why are you sitting where you are, in the town where you live, watching this video? In this message from our Essential: What Christians Really Believe series, we explore the purpose of the Church through three powerful directions: Up, In, and Out. Upward, we glorify God together in worship and surrender. Inward, we build one another up in community and maturity. Outward, we are sent into the world to share the hope we’ve found in Jesus. This isn’t just theory — it’s a call to action. If the Church is a people with a purpose, then each one of us has a part to play. Join us as we rediscover why the Church matters, and how your presence here is part of God’s bigger plan.1899nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1568440https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1568440Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:01:04 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat is the Church for? What are we for? In this week’s message, we explore the heart of God’s mission—and how the Church is called to be a part of it. From Genesis to Revelation, we see that God’s plan has always been global: to bring salvation and blessing to all nations through His people. In this sermon, we walk through five key truths: 1. A Sent People — God’s mission began long before us. 2. The Great Commission Still Stands — We are sent to make disciples. 3. Making Disciples, Not Just Converts — Faithful follow-up matters. 4. Every Member on Mission — All believers have a part to play. 5. Local and Global — From Hudson’s Hope to the ends of the earth.1909nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1538903https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1538903Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:23:21 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThe Bible encourages us to share our stories, but why? We think about the power of testimony and story in scripture.780nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1530771https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1530771Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:19:14 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerCan you really “love Jesus, but not the church?” This week we explore the doctrine of the Church—not just as a building or a weekly event, but as the living, gathered body of Christ. We confront the growing trend of being “spiritual but not religious,” and respond to the common claim: “I love Jesus, but not the Church.” With clarity and compassion, this sermon dives into Scripture to show that the Church is Christ’s Body, His Bride, and our spiritual family. It is global and eternal, yet expressed in local congregations where believers worship, grow, serve, and are shaped together. We also examine the biblical structure of the Church, focusing on the God-given roles of elders and deacons, and the importance of belonging to a local community.2450nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1526576https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1526576Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:21:49 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat’s the purpose of life? In this message, we confront one of life’s biggest questions and discover how Scripture gives us a clear, joyful, and God-glorifying answer. While many voices today suggest that Christianity is about rule-following, self-sacrifice, or simply trying to get to heaven, the Bible paints a far richer picture. Rooted in the first question of the Westminster Shorter Catechism—“What is the chief end of man?”—this sermon explores the life-changing doctrine that we were made to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. We’ll examine what it means to live with lasting joy in God, not as a prosperity gospel, and not as a rejection of good things, but as a daily call to joyful surrender. From the garden of creation to the glory of heaven, we trace how our ultimate satisfaction is found not in self-fulfillment, but in living for the One who made us.2289nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1522570https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1522570Sun, 15 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWas the cross a last-minute fix? A divine reaction to a world gone wrong? In this message, we explore the sweeping story of salvation—from its promise in Eden to its fulfillment in Christ, its offer to us today, and its final glory still to come. This isn’t a backup plan. Salvation has always been God’s intentional design. Discover how the Bible reveals a God who was never caught off guard, a Savior who chose the cross, and a grace that still invites us today. 1977nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1518549https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1518549Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:14:47 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2227nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1510174https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1510174Sun, 25 May 2025 19:15:10 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger“Jesus… what’s the deal?” In a recent interview, actor Paul Rudd said if he could go back in time and meet anyone in history, he would choose Jesus. “He existed—we know He existed,” he said. “Wouldn’t you want to spend time with him and ask, ‘What’s the deal?’” That question has echoed for centuries. Who is Jesus, really? In this message, we explore the biblical and theological answer—not according to Hollywood or hearsay, but according to the Word of God. Jesus is not a myth, a metaphor, or a misunderstood man. He is the eternal Son of God, who entered history as true man, and now reigns in glory as our exalted King and perfect mediator. Discover: – Why the Son is fully divine and uncreated – What it means that He took on flesh in the incarnation – How He continues His work today as our living intercessor – And why His identity changes everything This is not just doctrine to believe. It is truth that demands a response. 2283nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1506000https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1506000Sun, 18 May 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe live in a world where the word "father" can have all kinds of baggage for all kinds of people. So what does it mean when Christians refer to the first person of the trinity as "Father"? In this message, we explore one of the most foundational — and most personal — truths of the Christian faith. Before He was Father to us, God was eternally the Father within the Trinity. He is the source of all things, the one who sends the Son and gives the Spirit, the one who reigns over history with justice and mercy. And yet — He is also near. He is not only the Creator and Judge, but the Father who adopts, loves, and walks with His children. Join us as we discover what it means to know God not just as a concept, but as Father — faithful in power, rich in love, and present in every moment of our lives.2261nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1501767https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1501767Sun, 11 May 2025 19:41:49 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat do Christians really mean when they say “God is Trinity”? Are we claiming to worship three gods? Is the Trinity just a theological puzzle no one can understand? In this message, we explore one of the most foundational — and most misunderstood — truths of the Christian faith. Rooted in Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, this sermon unpacks the biblical teaching that there is one God, who eternally exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We’ll trace how this truth is revealed progressively across the Bible, how the early church came to embrace it, and why the Trinity isn’t just a doctrine to understand — but the very shape of the gospel and the heartbeat of our worship. Join us as we proclaim and rejoice in the glorious mystery of the Triune God.2341nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1501768https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1501768Sun, 04 May 2025 20:14:48 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat are you building your life on? What is your foundation? What we build on shapes our lives, and our eternity. Christians often claim that their foundation is Scripture, but can we really trust the Bible? Is it reliable and relevant? What does it even mean to say it is "inspired" or "the word of God"? Is Scripture actually enough in a noisy, modern world? Join us as we explore the foundational role of the Bible in the life of every believer. Far more than an ancient book, Scripture is the God-breathed, preserved, and sufficient Word of God. It contains everything we need to know God, follow Christ, and stand firm in a shifting world. Whether you’re new to Christianity or ready to go deeper in your faith, this message will help you understand why the Bible is still the solid ground we need today.2509nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1493310https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1493310Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat we believe shapes how we live — and where we are heading. In a world full of confusion, and shifting ideas, Christians claims to possess truth that has been entrusted to us once for all. But is that true? After all, Christian's seem to disagree on all kinds of things. This week, we begin a new series, "Essential: What Christians Really Believe" where we will lay a foundation for the most essential beliefs we should hold as christians. Beginning with one simple question -- Why even spend time on this? We’ll explore why doctrine matters, why guarding the gospel is an act of love, and why clarity in what we believe is more important than ever. Small misunderstandings can lead to big distortions — but the beautiful truth of the gospel still sings clearly when we hold fast to God’s Word.2343nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1484187https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1484187Sun, 13 Apr 2025 19:55:30 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerOn the first Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem to the sound of cheering crowds and waving palm branches. People shouted “Hosanna!” and welcomed Him as a king. But they didn’t really understand who He was. They expected a political hero, someone to defeat Rome and restore their national pride. Instead, Jesus arrived riding a donkey—humble, peaceful, and on His way not to a throne, but to a cross. This message explores the unexpected glory of Jesus. What kind of King chooses weakness over power, a cross over a crown? Why did the same crowd that praised Him on Sunday cry “Crucify Him” by Friday? And what does it mean for us today to follow a King who saves through sacrifice?1866nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1484194https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1484194Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:38:16 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIt's easy to find joy when things are going well... but what about when things fall apart? When the plans fail, the resources dry up, and the answers don’t come — can you still find joy? In the final verses of Habakkuk, the prophet faces complete devastation: no crops, no flocks, no hope in sight. And yet… he sings. Join us for this concluding sermon in our series in Habakkuk, as we explore the kind of faith that doesn’t deny the pain, but defies despair — a joy not rooted in comfort, but in the unchanging character of God. What does it mean to rejoice when the fields are empty? Where can we find strength when our own has run out? Discover how Habakkuk’s ancient words speak powerfully into our world today — and why your greatest source of hope may be found in the very place of loss.2325nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1475705https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1475705Sun, 30 Mar 2025 19:58:43 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHabbakuk has looked at a world in chaos, brought his concerns before the Lord, and been confronted not with simple answers or platitudes, but by a revelation of God's character and nature. And now, he must choose how he will respond. Join us as we continue our journey through Habakkuk, exploring how to respond rightly when faced with the overwhelming reality of God's majesty. Through Habakkuk’s honest prayer and awe-filled reflection, we'll discover how humility, reverence, and trust—even in our trembling—can anchor our lives in turbulent times. Whatever you're facing today, come and be encouraged by the timeless truths that Habakkuk offers.2336nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1471344https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1471344Sun, 23 Mar 2025 20:30:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen the world builds on greed, violence, and false gods, collapse is only a matter of time. After answering Habakkuk's hard questions about evil in the world first by pointing to his own character, in Habakkuk 2:6-20 God answers the question behind the question -- "But what are you going to do about it". God exposes the sins of Babylon—and reveals His coming justice. But He doesn’t stop there. He offers us something better: a foundation that cannot be shaken. Join us as God calls each of us to examine what we’re building our lives on, to lay down our idols, and to stand in awe of the God who sees, speaks, and saves. “The LORD is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him.” — Habakkuk 2:202649nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1462700https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1462700Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:03:54 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerJoin Us for Our 1-Year Anniversary Service! One year ago, we stepped out in faith, trusting that God had called us to something bigger than ourselves. Now, we gather to celebrate His faithfulness and look ahead to the mission before us! In this special sermon, we’ll reflect on Acts 2:42-47, seeing how the early church grew through devotion to God’s Word, deep fellowship, prayer, and awe at His presence—the same foundations that have shaped our church in the past year. We’ll also cast a vision for the future, asking: 🔹 How can we grow spiritually and reach more people for Christ? 🔹 What does it mean to be a missional, gospel-centered church? 🔹 How can we step forward in faith, trusting God’s plan for what’s next? Come expectant, as we remind ourselves of this truth: “Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God.”2813nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1453914https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1453914Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:37:37 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHave you ever prayed for answers, only to find that God’s response is not what you expected—or even what you wanted? Have you ever struggled with the way He seems to work in a world full of injustice, suffering, and corruption? Habakkuk did too. He didn’t just wrestle with God’s silence—he wrestled with God’s answer. Instead of immediate justice, God told him that Babylon—an even more wicked nation—would rise up as His instrument of judgment. In this expository message on Habakkuk 1:12-2:1, we’ll explore what to do when God’s plan challenges our expectations, and forces us to trust Him beyond our understanding. We’ll see how Habakkuk moves from confusion to faith, and how we, too, can find confidence in God’s justice, sovereignty, and ultimate plan in Christ. Join us as we learn how to stand firm, wrestle honestly, and wait expectantly—even when God’s answer isn’t necessarily the one we had hoped for.2286nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1449463https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1449463Sun, 16 Feb 2025 19:19:59 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2271nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1445478https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1445478Sun, 09 Feb 2025 23:23:08 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerEver wonder where God is when the world seems to be falling apart? Join us for the launch of our new sermon series "Habakkuk: Looking for God in a World Gone Wrong". Habakkuk was an ancient prophet with a very modern question "How can I believe in a loving God when so much bad happens." He is a prophet for our time, who boldly questioned God’s apparent silence in the face of injustice. We begin, at the beginning exploring explore Habakkuk 1:1–5 and discover how one man’s lament led to a deeper trust in God’s unexpected plan. Join us this morning and see how Habakkuk’s honest wrestling offers hope for our modern struggles. Whether you’re facing personal trials or grappling with the chaos around you, this series will remind you that God is sovereign—even when He seems silent. Don’t miss this chance to find real answers for real questions in a world longing for justice. Join us as we journey together, learning that the “righteous shall live by faith.”2269nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1441114https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1441114Sun, 02 Feb 2025 19:35:44 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerEver feel like your mistakes are too big for forgiveness? Think again. In the final chapter of John’s Gospel, we see an incredible scene where Jesus meets Peter at his lowest point—and completely turns his story around. But the surprising twist? Jesus doesn’t just forgive Peter; He also restores him, commissions him, and reminds him of the cost of following Him faithfully. Join us as we unpack three transformative moments from John 21:15-25, the closing verses of the Gospel of John: Peter’s gracious reinstatement, his prophetic commissioning, and a reminder from Jesus to faithfully follow him, wherever he calls us, rather than comparing ourselves to others. If you’re looking for hope, honesty, and a clear challenge to live out the Gospel in your everyday life, this message is for you. Don’t miss this powerful conclusion to our in-depth series on John!3075nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1436885https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1436885Sun, 26 Jan 2025 19:14:48 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat happens when your best efforts aren’t enough? When all your hard work, planning, and expertise still leave you empty-handed? In this sermon on John 21:1-14, Jesus’ disciples, are forced to confront what comes next for them. They try to return to their former lives and are faced with the stark limits of self-reliance when their nets come up empty. But far from a failure, this became the backdrop for extraordinary intervention and overflowing grace. Discover how Jesus invites us to trust Him, embrace His provision, and find true peace and purpose beyond our striving. Are you ready to stop relying on your own strength? Join us and see how surrender leads to abundance.2231nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1433060https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1433060Sun, 19 Jan 2025 20:42:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat if the most extraordinary claim in history—the resurrection of Jesus Christ—was supported by extraordinary evidence? What if "Doubting Thomas", a man much maligned for his lack of faith, actually shows us the integrity of honest questioning and the transformative power of encountering the risen Christ. In John 20:24–31, we see how Jesus meets Thomas in his doubts, offering undeniable proof of His resurrection, and how Scripture now provides that same extraordinary evidence for us. Christianity doesn’t ask for blind faith but offers solid, rational grounds for trusting in Jesus. Join us as we discover how the Gospel’s testimony equips us to proclaim, “My Lord and my God,” and challenges us to live boldly in the life-changing truth of Christ’s resurrection.2174nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1431252https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1431252Sun, 12 Jan 2025 20:55:17 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerEver wondered what truly sets Christianity apart? In John 20:1–18, we encounter the breathtaking moment that changed everything: the resurrection of Jesus. Journey with us through Mary Magdalene’s surprise encounter at the empty tomb, Peter and John’s hurried investigation, and the incredible realization that death has been conquered. Discover how this single event—Christ rising from the grave—ushers in a hope unlike any other and continues to shape the faith and mission of believers today.2371nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1425102https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1425102Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger"Famous Last Words", it has been said, can give us an insight into the life and legacy of a person. Summarizing a life can always be challenging, but doing so through your own words is a powerful and significant thing. In John 19:28-37, Jesus speaks his last words from the cross -- "It is finished". What at first must have sounded like a cry of surrender is actually a powerful, and prophetic declaration of victory. As we approach the end of John's Gospel, we focus on the words Jesus used to summ2433nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1421203https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1421203Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:52:16 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThroughout scripture, the people set up markers to remember God's faithfulness. The Ebenezer "Stone of help" is one of these. As we close out 2024, it is good to look back and reflect on the year that has happened, and give thanks to God for his faithfulness. But ours is a forward looking faith, and these moments also serve as a staging ground for the things God is calling us into, so we also look forward to a new year, we also prepare for all God is calling us into1828nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1412894https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1412894Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:12:29 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerCaleb Woodrum John 19:16-27 Love Bears the Weight of Sacrifice ( John 19:17–18 ) “Carrying His own cross, He went out to the place of the Skull… There they crucified Him.” Jesus carried the literal weight of the cross, but more importantly, He carried the spiritual burden of humanity’s sin. His love…2331nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1409385https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1409385Sun, 08 Dec 2024 19:51:18 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 19:1-17, Jesus trial continues, but there is more on trial than merely Jesus the man. The very nature of truth, power, and authority are put on trial. Jesus is the king they need, the king who was promised, and yet, then -- as now -- so many reject him, and choose to follow others. At the end of it all, the people are faced with a very simple question -- Will they crucify their king?2546nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1405412https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1405412Sun, 01 Dec 2024 19:58:57 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerChristian creeds affirm the truth that Jesus "was crucified for us, under Pontius Pilate". This truth, historical and factual, grounds the Christian faith and gospel narrative not in the realms of mythology, but history. In John 18:28-40, we read about this time when Jesus stands trial before the Roman governor Pontius Pilate, at the request of the Jewish authorities. However, instead of a discussion of his alleged crimes, their discussion quickly turns to the very nature of truth itself. So, we are forced to ask ourselves, what is truth?2409nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1401415https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1401415Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:43:03 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 18:15-27, the disciple Peter denies Jesus, not once, but three times. This betrayal marks a pivotal moment in Jesus' final days as even those closest to him begin to turn on him, and betray their master. But Jesus knew this was coming -- he even tells Peter this is going to happen in John 13. And unlike Judas, this isn't the end of Peter's story as a follower of Jesus. In the middle of one of the most painful and poignant parts of Jesus' story, how can we avoid falling into the same pitfalls as Peter? And what can we learn about the power of redemption, and restoration?1969nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1397261https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1397261Sun, 17 Nov 2024 21:01:07 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerBetrayal is always one of the most painful feelings a person can experience, and it can be hard to see how this could ever be part of some bigger plan. Yet scripture reminds us that “for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose”. In John 18:1-9, Jesus is betrayed by one of his closest friends. Yet we are reminded that this betrayal was a necessary part of his plan to redeem his people from the power of Sin. So, as we seek to follow Jesus example, we explore what we can learn from this pivotal moment in the life of our saviour.2292nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1388375https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1388375Sun, 03 Nov 2024 20:52:19 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 17:20-27, Jesus personally prays for the believers that will follow on account of his message, and his disciples who shared it -- that's us! And what he prays for is our unity! But right now, to the outside world, the church really doesn’t look very united. So what is happening? Did Jesus prayer fail? Or are we missing something about what true unity looks like? We unpack this prayer, and seek to understand how Jesus expects his people to embody the kind of unity he prayed for.2878nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1379965https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1379965Sun, 20 Oct 2024 19:29:04 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 17, Jesus prays what is perhaps his most powerful prayer in all of scripture. While perhaps less known than the model prayer He teaches his disciples when they ask him -- the prayer we often call the "Lord's Prayer" -- the prayer he prays here is far more personal, and powerful even than that! This morning, we look at the first 5 verses of John 17, where Jesus speaks to the Father in a way quite unlike anything else we see in scripture. We see Jesus praying not merely as a man, but the divine second person of the Trinity, and what he asks for is something God has vowed never to share -- his glory! We unpack the significance of these words, and think about what this means for both our conception of Jesus, and God's glory itself.2090nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1372343https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1372343Sun, 06 Oct 2024 20:32:20 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerSometimes what looks like defeat can actually be victory, and what appears to be a vicrory may be a defeat. But how do we respond when we don’t see the full picturr? Jesus was “a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief”. But how did he prepare his disciples for the grief and sorrow that they would experience following his death? Without negating the reality of the pain of the moment, he also reminds them to forward to the joy that would come after, but what does that mean for us?2067nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1368599https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1368599Sun, 29 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn the gospels, Jesus makes many good promises to his people. The promise that we will be hated and persecuted is perhaps one we'd prefer wasn't there! In John 15:18-6:4, Jesus reminds his disciples that following him will set them at odds with the world. But why does he tell them this, and what can we learn from it? By reminding them about all that is to come, Jesus prepares his people to live the life he has called them to, and ensuring that they are ready to proclaim the gospel effectively.2110nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1364606https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1364606Sun, 22 Sep 2024 19:12:04 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerJesus used many agricultural parables and pictures to help people understand his message. In John 15:1-11, John records for us one of these parables — the picture of the vine, and the branches. But in a world increasingly disconnected from the land, do we understand this picture? Do we recognize the powerful significance of this image? We look at this teaching, and think about what it means to be branches, abiding in the vine.2091nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1360761https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1360761Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:18:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 14:15-31 Jesus promises that his people will receive the Holy Spirit in detail for the first time. When he does, the things he says about who the Holy Spirit is, and what He will do in their lives that may surprise us, given our assumptions and preconceptions many may have about this. What does that mean for us as believers, and how do we live in the light of this? We unpack this passage, and look at how Jesus reveals a divine, personal, and active comforter to be with them.2620nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1356780https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1356780Sun, 08 Sep 2024 20:51:54 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger3055nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1353022https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1353022Sun, 01 Sep 2024 20:14:06 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerAs Jesus continues to teach his disciples during their last days together on earth, he continues to prepare them for his imminent death, and the trials that are to come. In doing so, he proclaims to be The Way, The Truth, and The Life — making an exclusive claim for all who are lost. He claims to be the one, and only way by which people can ultimately be found, and find their way. But how can he make such a claim? And what does it mean for us if it’s true?2020nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1349446https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1349446Sun, 25 Aug 2024 19:33:21 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHow do we respond to betrayal? Where do we turn when people turn on us? In John 13:21-30 Jesus is confronted with his imminant betrayal by his friend Judas. How did Jesus walk with Judas for so long knowing he was going to turn on him? How did he respond when the hour came? Why didn’t the other disciples realize he was never truly one of them? We look at this passage, and compare the responses of Jesus, Judas, Peter, and the “beloved disciple” — John himself — when faced with this moment.2411nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1345906https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1345906Sun, 18 Aug 2024 19:20:08 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 13:1-17, Jesus has just been welcomed in to Jerusalem as King. And yet, instead of basking in the glory of the people, he withdraws to be woth those closest to him. And one of his first acts is to wash their feet. What does this mean? For them, and for us, what do we learn from this powerful example of servanthood and humble loving care for his people?2146nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1342401https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1342401Sun, 11 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat do we put our faith in? What is the cause of both belief, and unbelief? How much patience can we have with someone who fails to see what seems so clear and obvious to us? In John 12:36-43, Jesus addresses the heart and root cause of unbelief, explaining why some will not believe, in spite of all of the compelling evidence they have given us, and in doing so, helps us also understand why our belief and faith can become more clear, firm, and grounded.2389nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1338976https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1338976Sun, 04 Aug 2024 19:43:56 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThroughout his ministry, Jesus has made his identity abundantly clear — he is the promised Messiah. But as he continues the journey in John 12, that leads to the cross, the question is — Is the messiah the people want actually the messiah they need? Often people imagine they can rewrite their script, according to the own preferences, and when this happens, when it comes to the messiah, we risk creating a messiah in our own image. But in John 12:12-36, Jesus draws a sharp comparrison between the saviour the people imagined they wanted, and the one they actually needed, the messiah he came to be for them. We compare this, as we begin to explore the final chapters of John’s gospel, the last week of Jesus life and earthly ministry.2009nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1335848https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1335848Sun, 28 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 12:1-12, Mary responds to her encounter with her messiah, following the resurrection of Lazarus. She responds in worship, anointing Jesus feet with expensive perfume. We compare and contrast her reaction, the reaction of Judas, and the things the other disciples pick up on, and the lessons they learn and carry forward with them. We also look at Jesus response, and the lessons that He wants the disciples, and us, to learn from this encounter.2705nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1332303https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1332303Sun, 21 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerHope can be a powerful thing. In John 11, Jesus receives news that his friend, Lazarus is sick, and yet seems to delay, so long, in fact, that Lazarus dies. Did Jesus go out of his way to deliberately destroy the hope they had, or could it be that his purpose was to allow them to understand hope in a much deeper way? When all hope seems lost, where do we turn to? Here Jesus shows us the fundamental difference between placing our faith in what Jesus can do, and putting faith in who He is.1940nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1328951https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1328951Sun, 14 Jul 2024 19:49:45 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 10:22-39 the people ask a simple question — will you tell us who you really are? Jesus response is simple — I’ve given you all you need to know, but you still need to choose what to do with it. When presnted with the truth about Jesus identity, we cannot sit on the fence, we are forced to make a decision. His sheep hear and recognize his voice and follow him, and are promised eternal life and security, but others choose mockery, dirision, or even violence. We think about the choice Jesus gives us, and the promise he gives to those who follow him.2014nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1325434https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1325434Sun, 07 Jul 2024 19:13:04 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn John 10:1-18 Jesus calls himself the good shepherd, and the door. It’s easy to overlook the significance of these words, and the deep meaning of what it means about him, and us! Domestic sheep have been called the most ill equipped animals for survival without a shepherd to lead and guide them, care for them, and protect them. We unpack this picture and think about what it shows us about our good shephard, and ourselves!1972nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1322197https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1322197Sun, 30 Jun 2024 20:12:50 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhen bad things happen, it’s human nature to ask ourselves who is responsible, who’s at fault, or who’s to blame. As Christians, we wrestle with those same questions. In John 9, the Jesus and the disciples meet a man born blind, and ask the question, why did that happen, was it his sin, or the sin of his parents? Jesus answer challenges our assumptions, demonstrating God’s goodness in the midst of trials, and reminding us that, for those of us in Christ, every moment has a purpose.1975nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1318969https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1318969Sun, 23 Jun 2024 20:11:55 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerChristians affirm that Jesus is God, but some question — Did Jesus ever claim that himself? And if he did, could we show people where? We look at John 8:51-59, and explore at one of Jesus most significant and powercul claims about his identity — Before Abraham was, I Am, and learn how this claim demonstrates, above all doubt, that Jesus truly was God, the eternal second person of the Trinity.2004nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1315568https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1315568Sun, 16 Jun 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThis Father’s Day, we look at John 8:13-19 where Jesus introduces the people to His Father, the ultimate father — our Heavenly Father, God. We look at how Jesus reveals the Father for us. We think about the preconceptions and assumptions we bring to the table about fathers from our human experience. We think about how Jesus tells us that to know Him is to know the Father, and how he becomes our perfect example of what the Father’s heart is all about.2017nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1312259https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1312259Sun, 09 Jun 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerJesus says “I am the light of the world”. This short, simple statement contains an incredibly deep and profound truth, that, if we understand and embrace it, changes not only how we see him, but how we live in the light of his truth. We lay a foundation that will help us understand an apply this truth, and make sense of everything else that comes next in this chapter. 1884nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1305708https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1305708Sun, 26 May 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThis morning, we think about the challenging verses in John 7:37-39, where Jesus seems to quote a from scripture that doesn’t appear to exist. We think about the disciplines of “Systematic Theology” and “Practical Theology” and how christians are called and equipped to do both, and do so effectively. We do so by exploring how Jesus weaves together multiple passages and threads to point them to the deeper truth and the call for believers to know, and love the scripture well enough to do the same2350nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1302225https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1302225Sun, 19 May 2024 20:28:52 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWhat does Jesus mean when he calls himself the Bread of Life? We continue our journey in John’s gospel looking at the way Jesus unpacks his previous miracle, when he fed the 5000. We explore the subtle shifts in understanding that he seeks to impart to the Jews — and us — that will make sense of these words.2739nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1298852https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1298852Sun, 12 May 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe continue to journey through John's Gospel, looking at one of the most familiar miracles, the only one mentioned in all four Gospels, Jesus feeding the 5000. We explore the meaning of this miracle, considering all of the implications for this powerful demonstration of Jesus' divine power, and the deeper truth he was setting the people up to understand.2077nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1295412https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1295412Sun, 05 May 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe look at Jesus first "in person" healing in Jerusalem, at the pool of Bethesda. We ponder Jesus decision to single out just one of the "multitude", his comment to the man to sin no more "in order that nothing worse may happen" and the importance for telling him to "take up his mat". We wonder if there is something deeper, and far more significant being revealed in this interaction, and think about the even more significant healing Jesus points us to here -- our healing from the stain of sin.2267nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1291948https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1291948Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe continue our journey through John’s Gospel, exploring the second sign Jesus performs in Galilee, demonstrating his divinity, and messianic identity. We think about why Jesus criticises the people of Galilee for not believing without a sign, and explore the nature or faith — placing trust in Jesus and taking him at his word, even when we don’t see it.2400nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1288429https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1288429Sun, 21 Apr 2024 18:54:46 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe move on to our next section of John’s gospel, looking at John 4, and Jesus’ decision to stop at Jacob’s Well in Samaria, and the woman he meets there. We explore this incredible, unusual interraction, and look at what we can learn as His people, about what it means to us, and to others, to have a message that will leave us “never thirsty again”.2909nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1284901https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1284901Sun, 14 Apr 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe continue our journey through the Gospel of John, looking at probably the most well known scripture in all of scripture -- John 3:16, and the verses that surround it. We look at this well known verse -- which has been shared and searched probably more than any other -- and ask is there something more than meets the eye here. We assume it speaks of the measure of God's love for us -- just how much he loves people -- but what if it teaches something even more fundamental about God's love?2243nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1281402https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1281402Sun, 07 Apr 2024 21:12:51 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe continue studying the Gospel of John thinking about Jesus first encounter with the Pharisee Nicodemus. We look at the familiar, yet perhaps confusing, phrase “Born Again” and ask the question, what, precisely, did Jesus mean by that? If Jesus tells us that no-one can see the Kingdom of God without being born again, then it is essential we get our understanding of this right. We think about the citizenship that we aquire by natural birth, and pose the question, does that mean our spiritual rebirth grants us a different kind of citizenship, and begin to unpack what Jesus was pointing people towards.2059nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1277713https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1277713Sun, 31 Mar 2024 20:52:06 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerThis easter Sunday, we celebrate and remember the cross and ressurection of Christ. We focus on the meaning and value of the cross, a sign that “the record of debt which once stood against us” has been nailed to the cross, and, for those who are in Christ, we will no longer be held to account for this debt. We celebrate and give thanks for Jesus sacrifice for sin, and the reminder that the empty tomb guarantees for each of us that the payment was accepted and guarantees our forgiveness.2134nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1273671https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1273671Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe continue our journey through John looking at one of Jesus most fascinating encounters in all of scriptire — Jesus cleansing the temple in John 2. We look at why Jesus felt compelled to act so publicly, and decisively, why the temple represents more than just a building, and how this one act prophetically points us to the ultimate sacrifice, that will drive out that which defiles once and for all.2401nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1270067https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1270067Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerWe dive into the Gospel of John, looking at John 2:1-11, the wedding at Cana were we encounter Jesus’ first miracle — turning water into wine. We think about the oft-overlooked elements of this passage — why Jesus speaks to Mary the way he does, why he says his “time has not yet come” and yet still performs the miracle, and why his firs miracle seems so frivilous… why wine, and not a healing, raising the dead, or deliviering someone from the demonic, for example? We think about the prophetic significance of this act, and the words of the master of the feast “Everyone serves the good wine first… But you have kept the good wine until now.”2183nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1266442https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1266442Sun, 10 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMTLuke Hughes-BungerIn our first gathering together, we think the reality that, while unity is the hallmark of the Christian faith, so often it seems that Christians seem to disagree on numerous points. What does the Bible say about this? Does disagreement and separation always represent a failure within the church, or are there ever positive examples of healthy, and beneficial partings? We look at Acts 15 and the different ways the early church responded to differences and disagreement, and specifically about Paul and Barnabas, and their disagreement over John Mark. Is their parting here a failure of Christian love and unity, or could it be that this is a positive example, that teaches us something far more profound about what it means to be part of the Body of Christ?2151nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1244753https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1244753Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:15:48 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2222nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1241322https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1241322Sun, 21 Jan 2024 20:13:44 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2246nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1237862https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1237862Sun, 14 Jan 2024 19:23:37 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger1520nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1234507https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1234507Sun, 07 Jan 2024 19:36:33 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2332nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1228512https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1228512Mon, 25 Dec 2023 03:01:21 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger1385nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1225272https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1225272Sun, 17 Dec 2023 21:24:20 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger1917nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1218345https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1218345Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:51:37 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger1677nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1214915https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1214915Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:18:18 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2172nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1204951https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1204951Sun, 05 Nov 2023 19:24:26 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2006nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1198078https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1198078Sun, 22 Oct 2023 19:21:51 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2135nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1194702https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1194702Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:09:37 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2128nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1191258https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1191258Sun, 08 Oct 2023 19:13:37 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2161nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1184418https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1184418Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:25:03 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2332nohttps://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1177440https://sermons.logos.com/sermons/1177440Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:53:57 GMTLuke Hughes-Bunger2031no