Soldier Athlete, Farmer: Part 3
by Chad Mansbridge. In this third and final instalment of his mini-series for May, Chad focusses our attention on 2 Timothy 2:6 and Paul’s metaphor of the Christian as a ‘hard-working farmer’. Diligence, together with a strong work-ethic, are qualities which the Scripture highly esteems. Learn how to ‘find JOY’ in this powerful biblical truth.
Soldier Athlete, Farmer: Part 2
by Chad Mansbridge. As the second message in this mini-series, based on 2 Timothy 2:1—10, Chad focusses our attention on v.5 and reflects on the notion of the Christian as an ‘athlete’ with a particular focus on the virtue of discipline. What does this metaphor reveal to us about the nature of the Christian? And more importantly, what does it reveal to us about Jesus?
Soldier Athlete, Farmer: Part 1
by Chad Mansbridge. Drawing from 2 Timothy 2:1—10, Chad takes Paul’s famous departing words of exhortation to his son Timothy and begins a new mini-series called ‘Soldier, Athlete, Famer’. In Part 1, discover what the metaphor of a soldier reveals about Jesus, Others and You!
Come, let us: Draw, Hold, Consider
by Chad Mansbridge. While in quarantine, courtesy of Covid-19 restrictions, Chad brings a timely word to us via Livestream broadcast. Walking through Heb. 10:19-25, he explains how the audience of the Hebrew epistle were in a state of limbo and uncertainty, but were exhorted to Draw Near to God, Hold Firm to Hope, and Consider One-Another.
Come, let us: Build Community
by Steve Potter. Long time friend of Bayside Church, Steve Potter, continues our series on 'Come, Let Us' by talking about building a community, and how it makes us into better versions of ourselves.
Come, let us: Walk in the Light
by Chad Mansbridge. Using the repeated exhortation of Micah 4 and Isaiah 2, Chad takes us through the Story of the Exodus to look at 3 practical ways we can “walk in the light of the Lord”. What does walking in the light look like? Walking in Grace, Obedience, and Authentegrity.
Come, let us: Welcome
by Mal Munro. Our Family Life Pastor Mal adds his bit to our “Come, Let Us” series by encouraging us to be welcoming. Mal touches on our identity in Christ, knowing our purpose and acknowledging how precious we all are.. Enjoy!
Come, let us: Listen
by Jaye Mansbridge. Jaye shares with us the ways that God speaks to us, and why we should filter this through the scriptures. Using the story in 1 Samuel 9, Jaye shows us that we all hear from God in many different ways, and when he speaks, we need to respond accordingly.
Come, let us: Tell God-stories
by Rob Moores. Launching out from Jeremiah 51v10: “Come, let us tell in Zion what the Lord our God has done”, Rob encourages us to be tellers of good God-Stories in our everyday lives. What good has the Lord done for you? Why do you still follow him? What do you have to be grateful for? We all have something good to tell… get telling it, one and all!
Come, let us: Worship Together
by Chad Mansbridge. This Sunday, Chad is joined on the platform by four members of Bayside’s Worship Team for a discussion on the “Come, let us” exhortations found in Psalm 95. The conversation speaks to the heart and value of both personal and community worship.
Come, let us: Build Together
by Chad Mansbridge. Kicking off our Term 1 Preaching Series for 2020, Chad begins by sharing the inspiration for the “Come, let us” theme before walking us through Zechariah Chapter 8: a passage full of prophetic promises for our church, which the Holy Spirit highlighted to him when Bayside was birthed in mid-2002.
Joy-Filled by the Holy Spirit
by Jaye Mansbridge. One of Jaye’s core life-messages, first preached in 2015. Launching from Philippians 4, Jaye proceeds to walk us through the opening chapters of Acts and the stories of the early Church outpourings, as we ask the question: What does a life full of Holy Spirit joy look like?
His Gospel: My Gospel
by Chad Mansbridge. This classic message from Chad emerged out of an 18-month-long Sunday teaching series undertaken at Bayside in 2007/08 though the Book of Romans. Listen as Chad walks point-by-point through Romans 1:1-7, before concluding in the epistle’s closing passage, sixteen chapters later. The Gospel of God truly is Good News!
Four Faces of our New Creation
by Chad Mansbridge. One of Chad’s classic messages from the year 2012, this is the first instalment in our Summer Mix Tape Series. In this teaching, Chad encourages us to see that in our new creation nature, God has given us everything we need to face the complex concerns of life – including in our relationship with the Father, our Field, our Fellowman and our Foe.
Born to Die, Part 2
by Chad Mansbridge. In Part 2 of this pre-Christmas mini-series, Chad brings fresh and revealing insights to Jesus’ “Lost Things Found” parables in Luke 15, before circling back to last week’s message where we see Jesus giving His life for both Jew and Gentile… those lost “in the house” and those who are “far off”: sons who were dead, but are made in Christ!
Born to Die, Part 1
by Chad Mansbridge. As we begin our Christmas Season, Chad shows us the correlation between Jesus’ birth and death, stressing the point that He came both for His nation (the Jews) and the nations of the entire world. This in-depth teaching takes us through some Old Testament history as it relates to the promise of Israel’s two kingdoms being united under Messiah, and finishes up in Romans 9 and Ephesians 2 where the mystery of the “one new man” is revealed. Enjoy
Hebrews 13: Loving Church
by Chad Mansbridge. In this final instalment of our “Last but not Least”, Chad focusses on those verses in Hebrews 13 which encourage us to “Love Church”; encouraging us to demonstrate Commitment to those we know, Acceptance of those we don’t, Respect for those who lead, and Empathy to those in need (C.A.R.E.).
Hebrews 13: Contentment over Compromise
by Chad Mansbridge. In this second episode of our “Last but not Least” series on Hebrews 13, we examine the encouragement to avoid the love of money and prioritise contentment over compromise.
Hebrews 13: Honouring Marriage
by Chad Mansbridge. In response to a series of clear prophetic dreams, Chad takes time to share on how we can honour marriage as a community with this powerful message from Hebrews 13:4. Thus begins a new mini-series in the lead up to Christmas where we examine some of life’s big issues from Hebrews 13; “Last but not Least”.
Shining through Suffering
by Chad Mansbridge. In closing off our Spring Series for2019, Chad sits down and addresses the issue of dealing with grief and suffering. After all, God’s command to “Rise and Shine” in Isaiah 60 was spoken to a community undergoing tremendous pain. Learn the value of knowing when and how to Sit, Stand, Sing and Serve through suffering in order that we may Shine for Him!
Light that Shines, Part 2
by Chad Mansbridge. Here in Part 2 of his Light that Shines message, Chad continues to unpack some practical ways that we can light up our world. From something as simple as smiling, to playing host to the supernatural Spirit, it’s time for you to S.H.I.N.E!
Light that Shines, Part 1
by Chad Mansbridge. In this message Chad takes us through some of Isaiah’s light-related prophecies before landing at the Sermon on the Mount where Jesus calls us, His followers, the light of the world. He then examines some practical ways that we can truly shine for Christ; including to extend, to notice and to initiate.
Rise on Eagle’s Wings
by Jeff Evers. In the third instalment of our “Rise & Shine” preaching series, Jeff shares personal experiences of God’s working through his life as he encourages us to rise on eagle’s wings! Remember, Imagine, Sing and Encourage.
The Key to the Kingdom Realm
by Jaye Mansbridge. In this message Jaye takes us for a walk through the Gospel of Matthew and highlights seven advantages to having access to God's home (heaven) whilst we are still here on earth.
Activating God's Promises
by Erin James. In this opening message for our “Rise & Shine” series, Erin takes us through the story of God calling the Israelites to take the Promised Land. Sometimes God’s promises include risk and require courage; we need to evaluate our beliefs about His sufficiency in order to rise to the challenge!
How to Interpret the Bible, Part 3
by Chad Mansbridge. In this final instalment to our winter Word Up! teaching series, Chad finishes up the ABCS of Interpretation, before sitting down with the story of Jesus healing the demonized son and actively demonstrating how to work through the process of interpretation, to discover the JOY of biblical application!
How to Interpret the Bible, Part 2
by Chad Mansbridge. Continuing on with the ABCS of exegesis (biblical interpretation), Chad encourages us to first zoom-out before zooming-in to consider the Bible’s detail. Here, he provides a broad overview of the Bible’s Big-Story Background and then considers the importance of Corroborating Content when reaching theological conclusions.
How to Interpret the Bible, Part 1
by Chad Mansbridge. In Part Five of his winter Word Up! series, Chad walks us through the 3-Step process of Biblical Interpretation (hermeneutics), with a focus on the critical second step; discerning the author’s intended meaning, otherwise known as exegesis. The ABCS of Interpretation begin with establishing (A): the Author and Audience of the text in question.
How to Choose a Bible
by Chad Mansbridge. In this fourth instalment of his Word Up! series, Chad gives some practical advice on choosing a Bible translation which best suits you. He suggests every serious Bible student have ready access to at least four different Bibles in order to get the most out of God’s rich and eternal Word!
How to Handle the Bible
by Chad Mansbridge. In this third instalment of his Word Up! series, Chad unpacks three essential toolboxes God has entrusted to every believer who, like Timothy, are charged to "correctly handle the Word of Truth".
How to Read the Bible, Part 2
by Chad Mansbridge. In this second message for his 2019 Winter Preaching Series “Word Up!”, Chad continues to provide practical pointers regarding how we should approach our Bible-reading. Here, he encourages us to do so with Intentionality, Openness and Understanding.
How to Read the Bible, Part 1
by Chad Mansbridge. In this opening message to his 2019 Winter Preaching Series “Word Up!”, Chad provides some practical pointers regarding how we should go about reading our Bibles. Since the heart of the issue, is an issue of the heart, we first begin with Appreciation and Expectation!
A gold filtered life
by Jaye Mansbridge. Part Four of a series based on her new book, “A Glorious Canvas”. Here, Jaye speaks on the gold filtered life that Jesus offers us. We are designed by a loving God with a designated race to win. Knowing our value in His eyes helps us to run the race well.
7 Signs: Grace & Generations
by Chad Mansbridge. In this Final Instalment of his mini-series on the 7 Pillars of Bayside Church, using Antioch as a teaching model, Chad walks us through Acts 15 where Paul contends strongly for the undiluted and unmixed message of God’s Gospel of Grace!
7 Signs: Glory
by Chad Mansbridge. In Part Three of this mini-series on the Church in Antioch, we examine the release of Paul and Barnabas on their first major apostolic journey into the Gentile-world. Something that was only possible thanks to this church’s commitment to living in and from the Presence of God.
7 Signs: Giving & Government
by Chad Mansbridge. In Part Two of this mini-series on Signs of a Healthy Church, we witness how the Christians in Antioch generously respond to a prophetic word and send financial aid to their brothers in Judea and surrounds; this they do, also, by recognising the governing structure of that Church community.
7 Signs: Growth & Gathering
by Chad Mansbridge. In Part One of this mini-series, Chad introduces us to the Church in Antioch (per Acts 11-16), encouraging us to draw inspiration from its powerful example of a church characterised by Growth and a commitment to Gathering together as a holy ekklesia.
A Glorious Canvas: We're All in this Together
by Jaye Mansbridge. Part Three of a series based on her new book, “A Glorious Canvas”. Here, Jaye speaks of the promises that God has planned for each of our lives and how it is important we work together to allow God’s glory to be revealed.
A Glorious Canvas: Staying lit
by Jaye Mansbridge. Part Two of a series based on her new book, "A Glorious Canvas”. Here, Jaye expands on the story of Noah and the covenant relationship established with the image of the rainbow. She focuses most of this message on encouraging us to 'stay in the light' so God's glorious colours may shine through us.
A Glorious Canvas: Lessons from Noah
by Jaye Mansbridge. Part One of a series based on her new book, "A Glorious Canvas”. Here, Jaye walks us through the story of Noah and the role he played in partnering with God to see new order restored; a beautiful prophetic picture of the greater role Jesus plays in partnering with us to see Kingdom culture restored here on earth.
First things First: The Privilege of Partnership
by Chad Mansbridge. In the final instalment of our summer mini-series “First Things First”, Chad walks us through the entire chapter of 2 Peter 1, encouraging us to see Partnership with God as both a privilege and priority in our lives, and to grow in our walk with Him by committing ourselves to the revelation given by the Spirit, the Saints and the Scriptures.!
First things First: The Preciousness of People
by Erin James. Erin shares very openly about understanding your own value, as a means to understand everyone else's value. Jesus died for all people, and all people are precious to him. She challenges us to see others with that same value!
First things First: Guarding your Heart
by Malcolm Munro. Malcolm looks at matters of the heart, how to keep an open and soft heart to the Lord. He looks at some of the hindrances that can be a challenge and some of the wonderful promises that Lord has for us all!
First things First: Something worth seeking
by Rachel Donaldson. Rachel talks about the importance of seeking first the Kingdom, and how the Kingdom is something worth seeking.
When we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus and continue to seek him first in everything we do, all our needs will be met because God loves to take care of his children.
We don't need to worry because all of heavens resources are at our disposal when we put God first in our lives.
First things First: First Things First
by Chad Mansbridge. As we approach a New Year, Chad encourages us to put “First Things First”; to re-evaluate and re-align our priorities with those of Heaven. In this introductory message to our summer mini-series, discover four things the Bible says we should place ‘above all’.
House of Worship: Passion for Worship
by Alex Perry & Daniel Todd. In this final instalment of our ‘House of Worship’ Series, two members of Bayside’s Worship Team share with us their passion for worshipping God. A message both for the heart, and from the heart… the perfect way to cap off this 2018 Spring Series.
House of Worship: Praise in the prison
by Rachel Donaldson. As part of the House of Worship series Rachel shares on choosing to worship God despite our current circumstances. She shares from Acts 16:23-40 where Paul and Silas made a deliberate conscious effort to Praise God after being beaten and thrown into prison. Rachael shows how making the choice to worship in the midst of hard times changes the power of a circumstance in a positive and uplifting way.
House of Worship: Open Heaven Open Heart
by Rob Moores. In his message Rob uses Mark 1 to show how Jesus' baptism is an act of worship, and through this Heaven opens and remains accessible to us ever since! Through worship we can continue to access God's open heaven with an open heart.
House of Worship: Praise is a strengthener to our Faith
by Tony Ide. In his message Tony teaches on the great power of worship, how it protects us from complaining and draws us near to God. By walking in the new nature of Jesus we receive a garment of praise, which will strengthen our faith!
House of Worship: This is an Awesome Place
by Chad Mansbridge. In part one of our ‘House of Worship’ series for Spring 2018, Chad Mansbridge takes us back to Bethel, and the first mention of God’s House in the Scripture. Discover four key characteristics of the church that seeks to be His House of Worship on the earth!
Believe: the Father in Matthew 5-7
by Chad Mansbridge. In this special and very simple Father’s Day message, Chad Mansbridge closes off our Believe mini-series by helping us find the Father in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Christ came to both reveal and reconcile us to a Father who is secure, attentive and responsive to His kids!
Believe: my Fathers Business
by Chad Mansbridge. In this annual “Family Business” feedback morning, Chad Mansbridge shares some practical updates concerning the financial health of Bayside Church, woven in to a powerful teaching on Christ at the Temple. Discover what it is to be sons in God’s House, with a passion for the Father’s business.
Believe: the Holy Spirit
Description: Here in part 2 of our “Believe” mini-series, Rob Moores introduces us to the Person and work of Holy Spirit. Invisible to the natural eye, yet undeniably powerful in His workings through the lives of believers.
Act: Dare to begin!
Description: Rachel talks about stepping into the promises of God through the book of Joshua by letting go of the past, embracing now and keeping our eyes on the promise when facing our fears.
Act: Prophetic Strategies
Description: In this very personal and passionate message, Jaye takes us on a journey exploring how God speaks and expresses His will for our lives. She then encourages to “act” on His Word by implementing strategic plans for our prophetic promises.
Act: #whatever
Description: in this playful yet powerful message, Chad opens our ‘Act’ mini-series encouraging us to give ourselves to activity that brings glory to Christ; and that “whatever” we do, we should carry it out with Passion, Thoughtfulness and Effort.
Speak: Don't be happy with your seed, Grow your tree.
Description: In this third and final part of our speak series, using The story of man with the epileptic son (Matt 17-14), Jake shows that we need to 'bring' Jesus rather than relying on our own strength. He reveals to us the secret to be able to 'grow our faith' from a mustard seed into a tree.
Speaking without thinking (tongues)
Description: In this second instalment of our 'Speak' mini-series, Chad takes us through the 'Big Five' questions on the subject of Speaking in Tongues; What? Why? Who? When? & How? We are certain you'll be both informed and inspired by this weeks teaching.
Speak: Interesting Exciting and Practical
Description: Lianne gives first-hand examples of the interesting ways God speaks to us by sharing testimony of her brother-in-law’s healing. An exciting discovery is revealed in Hebrews 4:14-16 as to God’s “grace to help” and how we can access this support to keep moving forwards during rough times.
Listening Lessons from Elijah
Description: in this final instalment of our “Listen” mini-series, Chad takes us through the stories of Elijah in 1 Kings 18-19; including his calling down of fire, prayers for rain, and encounter with God on Mt Horeb. God uses different means and mechanisms by which to speak to us, and it’s important we are aware and attentive to this variety.
Listen, Do as you are told
Description: Robs message tells of God constantly speaking to us inviting us to listen. Using visions (Acts 10:9-17) or storms (1 Kings 19: 9-15) God reaches out to us. Rob challenges us to listen, to dwell in the spirit and most importantly to follow Gods plan for us by doing as we are told!
Listen, Leaning & Letting Loose!
Description: When discussing the importance of listening to God, Mal looks at the question “What was the last thing God said to you, and what have you done with that?” He touches on the areas of Listening to God, Leaning on His understanding and Letting Loose the vision He has spoken to each of us.
Vision Revealed: But Now I See
Description: in this final installment of our Revealed Series, Chad Mansbridge walks us through John Chapter 9, and the healing of the Man Born Blind. Discover the cultural significance of this sign and why it was unique to every other blind-healing Jesus performed. Also, see how those in positions of political-power oftentimes react when confronted with simple facts that contradict their established ideological beliefs!
Truth Revealed: Healing at Bethesda
Description: In this message Jake Donaldson speaks around John 5 and the healing of the sick man at the pool of Bethesda. He reveals how Gods truth can sometimes overcome what we think is true in certain situations. Sometimes God will expose a lie so that He can then reveal His wonderful truth to us!
Resurrection Revealed: Raising of Lazarus
Description: In this special Easter Sunday message Chad Mansbridge examines the last of Jesus’ 7 Signs in the Book of John; the raising of his dear friend, Lazarus. Learn about the man who became one of Jerusalem’s most effective evangelists, the uniqueness of Christs’ own resurrection from death, and what this all means for us today as resurrected believers in Him!
Victory Revealed: Walking on the Storm
Description: In this message Jaye Mansbridge examines yet another of Jesus’ 7 signs in the Gospel of John; walking on the stormy waters (John 6v16-21). Reassuring us with the reality that sometimes “storms happen” (#stormshappen), Jaye draws on the added perspectives of both Matthew and Mark, and encourages us to follow Peter’s example, in being the one who steps out of the boat to be with Jesus… despite the raging seas around us!
Provision Revealed: Feeding the Multitude
Description/ notes. In this message Rachel Donaldson opens up with John 6v1-14, the miracle where Jesus feeds the 5000 and reveals Himself to be our Provider, our Source of Eternal Life and the one who Empowers us to work together with Him in His great distribution plan. Be encouraged in the knowledge that Jesus not only wants to provide for you, but also provide through you, bringing hope and healing to the hungry multitudes!
Power Revealed: Saved from Death
Description/Notes. In this message Rob Moores opens up the second of Jesus’ miraculous signs in the Gospel of John; the healing of the royal official's son (John 4v43-54). This story draws our attention to God’s healing power, and the importance of partnering with Him with faith-filled response!
Glory Revealed: Water into Wine
Description/Notes: in this message Chad Mansbridge looks at the first of Jesus’ 7 Signs in the Book of John; the changing of water to wine at a wedding in Cana. In this verse-by-verse analysis, Chad examines the cultural components of an Ancient Jewish wedding, unpacks some profound theological implications and nuances in the text, and declares some powerful revelation concerning God’s Name and Nature that this sign points towards. See God’s Gospel and Glory revealed like never before!
Jesus in the Gospel of John
Description/Notes: The introductory message to our preaching series looking at Jesus in the Gospel of John. In this episode, Chad examines the Purpose and Peculiarities of this Gospel account, including a discussion on the book’s authorship. Who was ’the disciple whom Jesus loved?' The focus however, as always, is on the Person of Jesus Christ; God Divine in human form, the Word made flesh.
The Momentum Gifts (Romans 12)
Description: Part 2 of Chad’s mini-series on the subject of Momentum, launching off a prophetic word God spoke to us at the beginning of 2018. In this message, Chad looks at the seven “Momentum Gifts” found in Romans 12 and asks; which of these gifts do you identify with the most?
Momentum
Description: On this podcast Chad addresses the subject of Momentum, launching off a prophetic word God spoke to us at the beginning of 2018. Momentum is arguably the greatest asset of any team, and contains three essential ingredients; Mass, Motion and Meaningful Direction.
