We are an evangelical church associated with the Baptist Union of Scotland and situated in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. Our worship services, fellowship opportunities, outreach programmes and courses to aid lifelong maturity are driven by our central passion: to make, mature and mobilise followers of Jesus Christ from the whole city.
Florence begins a new series looking at the story of Elijah Elijah finds himself in the Kerith Ravine trusting in the Lord. How does this apply to our lives?
Psalm 46.1 "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Pastor Vijay delivers an encouraging sermon reminding us to wait for dawn.
Derek brings us a message much needed in our lives. Derek mentions 4 ways we can fufill Jesus' command in Matthew 5:16 "Let your light so shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven"
Pastor Vijay Pillai continues our series on Abraham's Journey. Vijay focuses on Genesis 21:1-21, Abraham “sends away” Hagar. Hagar finds herself alone in the desert with her son on the brink of death. Hagar was not alone, God was there. God saves Hagar & her son Ishmael.
Pastor David Young continues our series on Abraham's Journey. David talks about Abraham pleading with God to spare the cities of Sodom & Gomorrah. (Genesis 18:16-33) Does Abraham change God's mind? Does not God not care about the sins of the wicked? Why does God spare the wicked in proximity to the righteous?…
Pastor Vijay Pillai continues our series on Abraham's Journey. Vijay looks at Genesis 17:1 - 18:18. Vijay begins with talking about circumcision and who falls under God's covenant. He then moves onto Abraham and Sarah being visited by 3 surprise visitors.
Derek continues the series on Abraham's Journey while also speaking about the current conflict in the middle east. Derek reads Genesis 17:1-14 & focuses on 3 Main topics: The life of following God for old and new testament believers Following God has external aspects (obedience & conduct) and internal conflicts (heart attitude) The vexed and divisi…
Florence continues the series of Abrahams Journey by looking at Genesis chapter 16. Sarai, Abrams wife is unable to have children, and offers her maid servant Hagar to Abraham. Hagar is treated poorly by her mistress and runs away. She is later found by god in the desert. There she is conforted in the fact that He sees her and she's amazed at the f…
Vijay focuses on Genesis 12:10-20, discussing Abraham's journey, his decisions, and the faithfulness of God despite human unfaithfulness. The message examines how Abraham's actions in Egypt, driven by fear and self-preservation, contrast with his earlier demonstrations of faith.
The sermon, delivered by James, focuses on the life of Abraham from the Bible. He discusses the concept of God's covenant with Abraham, the promises made to him, and their significance for the world. James elaborates on how Abraham's faith and obedience to God's call made him a blessing to all nations, ultimately leading to the coming of Jesus Chri…
In this sermon by Vijay Pillai, the focus is on biblical greatness, contrasting it with worldly views of power. Using Matthew 20:17-28, Pillai highlights Jesus' teaching that true greatness in God's Kingdom lies in serving and sacrificing for others, as exemplified by Jesus himself. The sermon urges believers to follow this model of selfless servic…
In this sermon by Florence McKenzie, the theme of "Undeserved Generosity" is explored through the parable of the vineyard workers from Matthew 20:1-16. Emphasizing that in the Kingdom of Heaven, all who come to faith, regardless of timing, receive God's grace and the gift of eternal life. McKenzie highlights the importance of gratitude over entitle…
In this sermon by David, he explores the theme of true perfection and surrender in Christianity, focusing on the story of the rich young ruler from Matthew 19. David emphasizes that perfection is only attainable through Christ, not through our own efforts to follow the law. He underlines the importance of surrendering worldly attachments to fully c…
Cherie Young explores Matthew 19:1-15, focusing on marriage, divorce, singleness, and children. She emphasizes Jesus' high standards for these relationships, contrasting them with the cultural norms of His time. Young highlights the sacredness of marriage, the serious grounds for divorce, and the dignity and value of women and children in Jesus' te…
In this sermon by James McKenzie, he discusses forgiveness based on Matthew 18:21-35. He starts by sharing the parable of the unforgiving servant, highlighting how God forgives us completely. James then addresses common misconceptions about forgiveness, emphasizing that it doesn't mean excusing, doesn't always lead to reconciliation, and doesn't re…
In this sermon by David Young, he delves into Matthew 18 and explores how Jesus responds to those who wander and sin. He emphasizes the importance of addressing sin within the church community and offers a model for confronting it with love and grace. Discover how Jesus pursues the wanderer and seeks their restoration while learning how we, as beli…
In this sermon, speaker Vijay Pillai discusses the concept of greatness as defined by Jesus and contrasts it with societal notions of prominence and power. He emphasizes the importance of humility and warns against causing others to stumble in their faith. Pillai also highlights the need to deal with sin in our lives and the eternal consequences of…
In this sermon by Cheri Young, we explore two key moments in Jesus's life. First, he predicts his own death to prepare his disciples for the future. Then, he demonstrates his identity as a king by addressing the issue of taxes. While Jesus has the authority to exempt himself, he chooses not to cause offense and pays the temple tax. This sermon high…
In this sermon by Vijay Pillai, we explore the theme of human helplessness and the need for faith in Christ Jesus. Pillai highlights how we often feel out of control due to various factors in life, such as illness, external forces, and even supernatural influences. He emphasizes that the only answer to human helplessness is faith in Jesus, who has …