God (Genesis 1:1)

Word & Burning Hearts

Drawing from the road to Emmaus, we see how the risen Jesus draws near in our doubt, opens the Scriptures, and reveals the good news of who he is and what he has done. As we encounter Christ in God’s Word, may the Holy Spirit set our hearts on fire with love for Jesus and passion to make him known. Preacher: Sermon by Guy Mason Bible Reading: Luke 24:13-35 This episode is part of Burning Hearts, the 2026 City on a Hill Conference, where we gathered for three days to be transformed by God’s Word and leave with hearts burning for Jesus and his mission. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/conference

Toil

Life under the curse is marked by repetition, toil, and death. In this sermon, we see the weight of the human story—and a glimpse of hope in God’s ongoing purposes. Bible Reading: Genesis 5:1–32 Preacher: Sermon by Pat Donohoe This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis [cityonahill.com.au/genesis]

Rivalry

Jealousy and pride lead Cain to violence, turning brother against brother. In this sermon, we see how sin fractures relationships and replaces collaboration with rivalry. Bible Reading: Genesis 4:1–26 Preacher: Sam Oldland This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis [cityonahill.com.au/genesis]

Worship

Outside Eden, humanity still longs to approach God. Cain and Abel reveal both desire and tension in worship. In this sermon, we see how true worship depends on God’s grace. Bible Reading: Genesis 4:1–26 Preacher: Sermon by Pat Donohoe This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis [cityonahill.com.au/genesis]

Sin

Sin fractures humanity’s relationship with God and introduces shame, fear, and brokenness into the human story. In this sermon, we see how our rebellion reveals our deep need for God’s saving grace. Bible Reading: Genesis 3:1–24 Preacher: Sermon by Pat Donohoe This episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11. As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the fall, and God’s unfolding purpose for the world. We encounter the God who creates, provides, judges, and shows mercy—and discover how the beginning helps us make sense of life today. Find out more at cityonahill.com.au/genesis [cityonahill.com.au/genesis]