In this opening message from Pastor Hugh Chalk on Psalm 27, we examine David’s song written in the midst of crisis, revealing a faith that moves between confidence and struggle, much like our own, looking at the first three of seven deliberate choices he made:

To fear not, placing his confidence not in himself but in God as his light, deliverer, and stronghold.

To pursue God, making his primary desire not immediate rescue but relationship, longing to dwell in the house of the Lord.

To seek God’s presence, in the “day of trouble,” hidden in His dwelling and set upon the rock.

This message invites us to make the same intentional choices when facing our own crises.

Pastor Hugh Chalk preaches from Psalm 1, beginning a new series looking at the book of Psalms.

As we arrive at a new year, Psalm 1 invites us to consider what a truly “blessed” and successful life looks like from God’s perspective. This psalm draws a sharp contrast between the righteous person who delights in and meditates on God’s Word, and the ungodly person who follows the world’s thinking and drifts further from God. The blessed person is like a tree planted by streams of water: rooted, nourished, fruitful, and sustained through every season, while the wicked are like chaff blown away by the wind. This message reminds us that the path to real prosperity is found not in worldly wisdom, but in saying “no” to sinful influences and saying a deep, daily “yes” to God’s Word, allowing the Holy Spirit to shape and strengthen us for whatever the coming year holds.

Preaching from Luke 2:22-40, our final Advent Sermon from Pastor Hugh Chalk.

In this final message of the Christmas season, we’re invited to slow down after the celebrations and ask an important question: now that Christ has come, what happens next? Reflecting on Luke’s account of Simeon and Anna at the temple, we’re reminded that Jesus’ birth is not the end of the story but the beginning of God’s great work of redemption. Simeon and Anna had waited faithfully for the Messiah, and when they finally saw Him, they recognised in this child the light, salvation, and hope God had promised, not just for Israel, but for the whole world. Their response calls us to consider our own: will we simply pack Christmas away, or will we let the presence of “God-with-us” shape our lives, our relationships, our faith, and our future?

Preaching from Luke 2:1-20, our third Advent Sermon from Pastor Hugh Chalk.

In this third Advent message, we turn to Luke’s account of Jesus’ birth and the astonishing humility of the King of Kings arriving in the world as a helpless child laid in a manger. Set in the historic period ruled by Caesar Augustus, this passage reminds us that God is sovereign over rulers, events, and even census decrees as He fulfils His ancient promises. We reflect on the joy of the angels’ announcement to the shepherds, that a Saviour has been born who brings peace with God to those who trust Him, and the way that joy overflows into sharing the good news with others. Above all, this message calls us to rejoice that Christ has come to save us from sin, to give us true peace, and to fill our lives with worship, gratitude, and unshakeable joy.

Preaching from Matthew 1:18-25 our second Advent Sermon from Pastor Hugh Chalk.

In this second Advent message, we move from the genealogy of Jesus to the powerful moment when God’s long-promised plan reaches its fullness in the birth of Christ. Looking at Matthew 1:18–25 and Galatians 4:4–5, we see how every step of history from Abraham to David to Mary and Joseph was orchestrated by God to bring His Son into the world at exactly the right time. Through Joseph’s story we’re reminded that God’s promises never fail, even when circumstances look confusing or painful, and that faith often means trusting God before we can see the full picture. Above all, this passage declares the hope of “Immanuel — God with us,” assuring us that the God who kept His promises then is the same God who walks with us now.

Preaching from Matthew 1:1-18, our first Advent Sermon from Pastor Hugh Chalk.

This Advent we begin by looking at the “comings” of Jesus — His first coming 2,000 years ago and His promised return. Focusing on Matthew 1:1–18, we explore the often-overlooked genealogy of Jesus and discover that it’s not just a list of names, but a real, historical family story filled with flawed yet faithful people. From Abraham to David, and from Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba to Mary, we see God working through ordinary, imperfect lives to fulfil His promise of a King whose reign will never end. The genealogy reminds us that our faith is rooted in truth, that Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah and Saviour, and that just as surely as He came the first time, He will come again.

Pastor Hugh Chalk concludes this short series from the book of James at the Mossvale Men's Meeting.

Pastor Hugh Chalk continues the final teaching series of the year at the Mossvale Men's Meeting.