Rosebank Union Sermon Audio

Upon the return from the transfiguration event Jesus heals and thereafter revisits a common phrase, 'you of little faith'. Richard leads us and investigates the latest scenario to evoke this reaction, as well as looking at a passage around the paying of religious taxes.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Ansuné discusses three ways a Bible story can be taught to children, with some practical examples and tips~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

The crucifixion was a cruel and degrading form of punishment, perfected by the Romans. Jesus’s crucifixion was different... Listen as Justin explains why the cross is the Crux of History ~~~Church is Better Together!Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Jesus is very clear both when he predicts his death, AND when he predicts his resurrection. Somehow we, and the disciples, seem to have completely missed the part where Jesus said he would rise again. Watch as Richard unpacks why we need to remember that Jesus rose...~~~Church is Better Together!Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Ansuné and Zwai discuss various Scripture passages that can be used to pray with and for children.~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

This week Zwai examines Jesus' foreshadowing of the cross, as well as the responses from some of the disciples to this information. Moreover, we explore Jesus' instructions to take up our individual crosses, dying to self in order to serve Christ and how that applies to the trials within our own lives.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

In this episode, Zwai and Ansuné discuss children as theologians and their ability (even as little people) to talk to God. They also mention various ideas to help parents teach their children to pray. ~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Another encounter between Jesus and the pharisees and sadducees becomes heated as the unlikely allies request a sign which is met by strong rebuttal from Jesus. In the aftermath of the encounter the disciples also receive a stern warning against becoming misguided by false teachers.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

In this message we take a look at how Jesus Jesus institutes the concept of the Church as his own, indicating its ownership and centrality to his mission. We look at it's indestructibility despite challenges, how it is assured until Jesus' return, as well as the church's mission: shining light in darkness, redeeming spiritual impoverishment.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

An intriguing interaction between Jesus that initially feels rather out of character is followed by another feeding of multitudes. Richard explores these 2 seemingly unrelated stories and shows how they demonstrate the inclusivity of the Kingdom of Christ.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Richard leads us in investigation of an early confrontation between Jesus and an envoy of pharisees from Jerusalem around traditions, commandments and how they overlap, contradict and support.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

We look at the importance and meaning of prayer, and unpack the right view of God we are to have to inspire our hearts to pray. We look in brief at various questions and challenges parents and carers face to conclude that our most important weapon in the battle for our kids' hearts is prayer.~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Brett reflects on the lessons he learnt on conference and how we can bring those concepts into our day to day spaces to strengthen relationships and grow towards those around us.~~~Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Richard delves into the aftermath of John the Baptist's death as Jesus seeks solitude but places His compassion for the crowds before His own needs and the miracles that He performs in the resultant space.~~~Get your Personal Study Guide to go with the series:https://ruc.org.za/matthewPlan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

In this, the first episode of 2024, Zwai and Ansuné look back at highlights from the past three years of the Raising Parents Podcast and look forward to the year ahead. They reflect once more on the name and purpose of the podcast and share thoughts on their favourite topic - discipleship. Keep an eye out for new episodes every second and fourth Thursday of the month.~~~This podcast is brought to you by Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburg. Please check out our website: https://ruc.org.za to find more resources for parenting and to find out more about our church!

Richard explores the facets of faith, particularly focusing on the meaning of "faithfulness". We see that faithfulness is not a short term effort but rather that grown through practice, repitition and dedication. We also discover that it is sourced from humility and trust in Christ which makes it one of the greatest attributes and generates a direct link with Christ and His faithfulness to us.

Richard explores the dimensions of faith, particularly focusing on the distinction between “faith” and “the faith.” We see that faith is not "faith in faith" but saving faith in Jesus Christ and his death and resurrection. This faith serves as the switch that connects believers to the power station of Christ’s sacrifice!

For many of us, being forgotten is a fate worse than death. Justin unpacks Isaiah 49:13-16 to see what God says about forgetting us.~~~Plan a visit to Rosebank Union Church in Sandton, Johannesburghttps://ruc.org.za/visit

Brad from Jeffreys Bay Baptist Church (jbaybaptist.com) talks to us about how building our lives on the foundation of Christ and His teachings is essential for a compassionate and purposeful life. It gives us a solid framework for how to love and serve others.---If you are in Johannesburg, please join us in-person!Plan a visit: https://ruc.org.za/visit