Melbourne City Messages

“Forgive as you have been forgiven” is the theme of the latest “One Another” message. Christian Bullen examines Jesus’ parable of the unmerciful servant (Matthew 18) in the light of this pivotal commandment. Remember how you have been forgiven as you seek to forgive others and take hold of Jesus' peace to let go of past sadness, disappointment and anger. 

Andrew Chisholm brings a hopeful and powerful message for our Vision update 2025, encouraging us to live out God’s purpose with clarity, confidence, and courage. Drawing from Psalm 19, John 15, and Revelation 22, he shows how God reveals Himself through both Scripture and creation. From church planting in Melbourne’s growing north to missions in Sri Lanka and beyond, Andrew invites us into a life of multiplication, fruitfulness, and Kingdom impact.

Do we come to God with a list of things for God to do for us? Do we pray with a preset plan of how God can help us? Amy Lin instead encourages us to seek God’s face in the context of relationship and to mediate and adore Him for who He is.

At the Inspire Friday night session, Oscar Muriu returns to bring a prophetic and passionate message, calling believers to step into authentic and mature discipleship. Teaching from Galatians 2:20, Oscar challenges the church to move beyond numbers, programs, and surface faith toward lives fully surrendered to Christ. This message exposes the gap between being a Christian in name and being a disciple in truth.

At the Inspire Thursday night session, Oscar Muriu shares a heartfelt message about what it truly means to live a life overflowing with God’s love. Using lessons from Mark 12 and Matthew 22, he reminds us that before we serve, lead, or do anything for God, we’re called to love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.

Our words have the power to shape our mindset, well-being, and future. In this message, Andrew Newbold encourages all believers to be intentional with our words so they reflect the reality of how God sees us and His promises for us. " For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future".

Godwin Shim highlights practical steps to avoid burnout and lead with renewed strength.

Ehud, the second judge of Israel, shows us that our initial failures do not stop God using us in the future. Sometimes, the place where our faith and resolve is strengthened is just as important as what comes afterward. Christian Bullen reflects on more truths from the book of Judges in this “Faith in Action” message. 

Mark Syn, Pioneers’ International Director, uses the narration of Gideon to encourage us to use hard times to draw closer to God and to find our identity in Christ. As the “Spirit of the Lord clothed Gideon” (Judges 6:34), let us also be empowered by the Holy Spirit to do the work we have been chosen to do.

Faithful obedience in ordinary moments, empowered by the Spirit, creates extraordinary legacy—because God sees and uses what others overlook.

Nic Mackay (NAYBA Australia director) reflects on the story of Gideon in this thoughtful message. Get a glimpse into God's heart as we see Him patiently respond to Gideon's doubts and be encouraged that God's power is made perfect in our weakness. 

In this powerful and heartfelt message, Steve McCracken explores the gift of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost in the light of God's worldwide mission to reach the lost. 

What is your next step? Don't wait to use the gifts God has entrusted to you! In this thoughtful message, Christian Bullen asks us to step out in faith, knowing God will equip and strengthen us in the advancement of His Kingdom. 

In this encouraging message, Stanislav Bubik brings us news of how God is extending His Kingdom in the Czech Republic.  As God sends His Spirit out to the nations, let us be thankful God includes all of us in His work of transformation. 

In this heartfelt message, Tina Waldrom encourages us to honour our Mums in heart and action while acknowledging our relationship to them can be complicated. Following Jesus' example, Tina explores biblical honouring and the benefits honouring can bring to our relationships and to our walk with God. 

Amy Lim encourages us to step out in boldness and obedience as God leads us by the Holy Spirit. Reflect on God's call to Joshua and be strengthened by personal testimonies of God's guidance. 

Let us approach God's throne of grace through praying the Psalms!  Andrew Chisholm shows us practical ways we can draw upon the psalms by looking at the prayers of Jesus and His disciples. 

This Easter Sunday, Godwin shares a gospel-centered message on the compassion, power, truth and hope that is in the cross of Christ, and why it is so central for us as Christians.

Liz Thong speaks a powerful message about those who praised Jesus as He rode into Jerusalem, but then abandoned Him at the cross. Even in our struggles and suffering, do we still praise Christ as King?

How do we come to God? Do we come asking for things, or do we come to obey His calling? Christian explores how Christ desires us to come to Him, and how humbling ourselves before God will bring us the greatest peace and fulfilment.