One Hope Church Stellenbosch

Learning to Lament - Standalone Sermons

This sermon explores Psalm 77 and the powerful discipline of lament in the life of a believer. In a broken world marked by suffering, we are invited to turn to God, honestly pour out our hearts, and wrestle with real questions about His character. Rather than staying stuck in despair, the psalmist shows us how to speak truth to our hearts by remembering God’s faithfulness. Ultimately, our hope is anchored in the greatest act of deliverance—the cross of Jesus—reminding us that God is good, present, and trustworthy even when His ways are unseen.

Easter: Celebrating our Resurrected King - Standalone Sermons

Easter stands at the center of the Christian faith: Jesus Christ truly died for our sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day. This sermon explores the historical reality of the cross and the resurrection, showing that Jesus is alive and reigns as King. His victory means sin, death, and Satan are defeated, our forgiveness is secured, and we are given new life in Him. The empty tomb is not just a past event—it is the foundation of our hope, guaranteeing our future resurrection and eternal life with our risen King.

Unstoppable: Gospel Advance & Internal Threats - Unstoppable

This sermon from Acts 4:31–5:42 explores what makes the church truly unstoppable. Filled with the Holy Spirit, the early believers lived in deep unity, bold witness, and radical generosity. Yet the story of Ananias and Sapphira reveals the danger of hypocrisy and compromised hearts, reminding us that God cares deeply about holiness within His church. Even amid internal challenges and external opposition, the gospel continued to spread powerfully. This message calls us to live with integrity, depend on the Spirit, and boldly participate in God’s unstoppable mission.

Unstoppable: Response to Opposition - Unstoppable

Riley’s sermon highlights that the gospel is unstoppable, even in the face of opposition. In Acts 3–4, a miraculous healing leads to bold proclamation about Jesus, which brings resistance from authorities. Instead of reacting with fear, the early church responds with unity and prayer. They remember God’s sovereignty, recognize that opposition is part of His plan, and ask for boldness rather than safety. God answers by filling them with the Holy Spirit, empowering them to continue speaking courageously. The sermon challenges believers to depend on God, value His mission above comfort, and live as bold witnesses.

Unstoppable: Blueprint - Unstoppable

In Acts 2:14–47, we see the birth of the church and a blueprint for how the church should live today. After the Holy Spirit is poured out, Peter boldly proclaims the gospel—Jesus’ life, death, resurrection, and lordship. The message pierces hearts and calls people to a radical response: repentance, baptism, forgiveness of sins, and receiving the Holy Spirit. As thousands respond, a new community is formed, devoted to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, prayer, and sharing the gospel. This passage shows that when the gospel is central and the Spirit is at work, God forms a vibrant, missional community.