Emmanuel Sunday Talks

The World Turned Upside Down Pt.4 // The Appeal - George Benson // Acts 25:1-22

This sermon from Acts 25 explores the supernatural peace Paul demonstrates while facing imprisonment, false accusations, and the possibility of death. His confidence comes from trusting Jesus and knowing that God is sovereign, even when he cannot see what God is doing. The message challenges us to strengthen our trust in God’s will, not just asking Him to change our circumstances but surrendering to His plans. At the heart of Paul’s hope is the resurrection: Jesus truly rose from the dead, defeated sin and death, and offers new life to everyone who puts their faith in Him. No matter our doubts, failures, pain, or past, Jesus holds out His hand of mercy and invites us to receive His grace, peace, and transforming power.

The World Turned Upside Down Pt.4 // The Delay - Paul Dawson // Acts 24:1-27

This sermon from Acts 24 explores what it means to trust God when life feels delayed, stuck, or uncertain. Through Paul’s imprisonment, we see that what may look like a setback can actually be a season where God is holding, protecting, and forming us. The message encourages us to resist taking shortcuts, embrace God’s timing, and learn to wait on Him with trust and confidence. Ultimately, it points to Jesus, who Himself chose to wait and remain on the cross rather than take the shortcut, reminding us that God is always at work - even in the waiting.

The World Turned Upside Down Pt. 4 // The Defense - Tim Jones // Acts 21:37-22:29

This sermon from Acts 22 on the 26th July explores the power of sharing the hope we have in Jesus Christ. Through Paul’s testimony before a hostile crowd, it reminds believers that every Christian is called to be ready to give a gentle and respectful defense of their faith, pointing others to the transforming grace of the gospel. The message encourages us to trust God's calling, even when it leads through hardship, knowing that the One who calls is faithful to sustain us. Above all, it points to Jesus Christ, who lovingly calls people to Himself, equips them for His purposes, and fills them with an unshakable hope that can be shared with the world.

The World Turned Upside Down Pt.4 // The Division - Matt Simmonds // Acts 23:11-25

This sermon from Acts 23 explores the unstoppable power of God at work in the lives of His people. Through Paul’s imprisonment, the plot against his life, and God’s miraculous protection, the message reminds us that no opposition, hardship, or spiritual attack can overcome God’s purposes. It reveals how God works through both extraordinary power and ordinary people to accomplish His plans, strengthen His children, and bring about redemption. Ultimately, the sermon points to Jesus Christ, whose victory on the cross is the greatest display of God’s power - rescuing us from sin, adopting us into His family, and empowering us to live with courage, hope, and confidence in His sovereign care.

The World Turned Upside Down Pt. 4 // The Arrest - Neville Jones // Acts 21:1-36

This sermon from Acts 21 explores what it means to faithfully follow Jesus, even when the path is difficult. Through Paul’s unwavering journey to Jerusalem, despite repeated warnings of suffering, the message highlights the importance of listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit above every other voice. It encourages believers to embrace God’s greater purpose, value the gift of Christian community, remain open to the leading of the Holy Spirit, and live confidently in the freedom of God’s grace rather than striving to earn His approval. Above all, the sermon points to Jesus, who willingly went to the cross for our salvation, inviting us to trust Him wholeheartedly and surrender our lives to His perfect will.