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Sunday 11 January 
11am: Dr Peter Masters; 6.30pm: Pastor Jason Pallister (Chichester)
Gospel Sermon Sunday 4 January 2026 | 6:30pm
The Gate to Life
"/>As salvation is a free gift of God, in what way must we strive for it? What makes it a narrow gate? Why do many seek to enter, and fail? Here are the hindrances, the way to enter, and the experience that awaits us.
Teaching Sermon Sunday 4 January 2026 | 11:00am
Christ is Pre-eminent
"/>It is often assumed that Paul is speaking here of the conduct of public gatherings, but this topic does not truly begin until verse 11. Before then we have pastorally precious and profound exhortations to all believers praying wherever they are.
Gospel Sermon Sunday 28 December 2025 | 6:30pm
Christ Describes the New Birth
"/>'There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: the same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him.'
Christmas Service Thursday 25 December 2025 | 11:00am
Isaiah Foretells Christ the Saviour
"/>'For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.'
Bible Study Wednesday 24 December 2025 | 7:30pm
The Sensing of Christ’s Presence
"/>We see in this study how beautiful pervasive perfume depicts the sensed presence of Christ, and how his biblical names (Shepherd, Husband, Friend, Prophet, Priest, King and Lord) lift the soul in all circumstances. There is no more moving theme for reflection.
Bible Study Wednesday 3 December 2025 | 7:30pm
True and False Worship Begins
"/>'And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the LORD. And she again bare his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground.'
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Articles
Worship or Entertainment?
Dr Peter Masters
Where will your church be five or ten years from now? With the adoption of contemporary worship, many have changed beyond recognition. This is one of the most important issues confronting churches today.
The Day Of The Lord Will Come
Dr Peter Masters
What is 'the day of the Lord'? Peter is speaking about the Lord's return, when the earth will be melted and burned up. When will Christ return? The answer is in the analogy. He will come when society is asleep.
A Spiritual Growth Check
Dr Peter Masters
Growth means dependence upon God, communion with Christ, daily engagement in holiness, prayer and proclamation. We cannot select one or two of these but must engage in all.
That You May Know
Dr Harry Kilbride
God really does want his twice-born children to rejoice that their names are written in Heaven. However, we must test ourselves because there can be false assurance. There are believers and make-believers.
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Books
Steps for Guidance
Dr Peter Masters
Recently the subject of discerning God’s guidance has become controversial. Some say that God has no plan for us, allowing us to please ourselves. Others say God’s will is known by dreams or visions. By contrast, this book presents the scriptural view that Christians must seek God’s will in all major life decisions, such as career, marriage and church.
Building an Outreach Sunday School
Jill Masters
This practical manual for the pioneering and operating of Sunday Schools incorporates years of experience, and teems with information and tips (for small as well as large schools) from one who has pioneered and led Sunday School work for decades. This manual teems with information and tips which will help small as well as large Schools.
One Among a Thousand – Interpreting in Christian settings
Andrew Owen
Although there are many interpreters in Christian settings, often working as volunteers, there is very little in print to help them. This is therefore a must-read volume. A ground-breaking book, thought-provoking and encouraging.
Christian Stewardship – Our Calling
Dr Peter Masters
Stewardship of means is a great privilege and blessing to those who owe so much to Christ the Lord. To be fellow-labourers with Christ is our high calling. This booklet sets out the New Testament texts showing the objectives, motives, scale and manner of giving for the kingdom of Christ and the souls of men and women.