Hills Bible Church

Loving Christians | 1 John 2:3-17

On Sunday, 17 November at our 15 year anniversary service, HBC's first pastor, Rev Martin Pakula, delivered 'Loving Christians' from 1 John 2:3-17.
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Recorded on Sunday, 17 November 2024. Copyright © 2024, Hills Bible Church. All rights reserved.

Blessed to be a Blessing | Psalm 67

On Sunday, 10 November Pastor Craig Baxter delivered 'Blessed to be a Blessing' from Psalms 67.
The Psalmist asks for God's grace, blessing and favour to be upon His people, so the surrounding nations would know they served the one true God of Heaven and come to know Him themselves. The author found joy in the fact that God judged the earth with equity and governed the nations. Also, he was reassured that in the end God would bring about a harvest of souls through the blessings flowing from Him, through His people, to the nations. In this lesson we learn that our gladness in God is the intended fuel to make us an outward-orientated, missional people, for the gladness of the nations.
Prayer 1: We would RECEIVE God’s blessings so the world would RECEIVE God’s salvation (vv. 1-2)
Prayer 2: Through us the nations would REJOICE in God’s rule (vv. 3-5)
Prayer 3: In our missional endeavours we would REST in God’s promises (vv. 6-7)
 
Watch the sermon here.
If you feel blessed by this message, we encourage you to share this video with someone who may not know of God's enduring grace.
We invite visitors to join us at our Wantirna, Victoria location for our services each Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. For information about Hills Bible Church, visit our website, or view or listen to our sermon archive below:
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Recorded on Sunday, 10 November 2024. Copyright © 2024, Hills Bible Church. All rights reserved.

Portrait of a Godly Family (Equip) | Lesson 5: The gospel in the family

Much can go wrong inside a family – and much often does! As parents, we fail in many ways to love, teach and discipline our children. Children fail in many ways to love, obey and honour their parents. These failings can lead to much heartache, conflict and discouragement for the whole family. But our heavenly Father paints us a beautiful picture in His Word of what a Godly family looks like. And He gives us His Holy Spirit to transform us and our families towards that picture, as we seek to honour Him. Jesus Christ came to show us His Father and His perfect love for His children.
Parents and future parents, this class is for you. Come and admire our Father’s portrait of a Godly family and be equipped to imitate that portrait in your family. Topics will include God’s purpose for the family, worship, the heart, obedience, discipline, gender roles and technology.
Teachers: Hadyn Bernau and Steve Dunham
Video here.
Lesson 5: The gospel in the family (3rd November)

Equip Class | Evangelism: The Plentiful Harvest | Lesson 5: Who is God? (With Ben Price)

Have you ever wanted to share your faith but weren’t sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re already sharing the good news of Jesus and hoping to enhance your effectiveness in evangelism? Here’s the place to begin! Join us for The Plentiful Harvest, an interactive class designed to equip you with the tools, confidence, and Biblical foundation needed to share the Gospel in everyday life. Whether you're new to evangelism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class will explore practical ways to witness through classes, discussions, workshops, and much more. Let’s answer the Great Commission and bring the Good News to those around us for the glory of our great King!
Teacher: Ben Price
Video here.
Lesson 5: Who is God? (3rd November)

The Folly of Worldly Attachment | Genesis 19:1-38

On Sunday, 3 November Pastor Craig Baxter continued the series 'Genesis: God's Unveiling Plan of Redemption and Blessing' with 'The Folly of Wordly Attachment' from Genesis 19:1-38.
When the Lord destroyed the cities of the plain with fire and brimstone, he delivered Lot by means of two angels who had to protect themselves from the wicked people of the city, drag the reluctant Lot from the doomed place, and agree to allow him to take refuge in a little town that would be spared from judgement. The curtain of Lot’s life closes as he finds protection in a cave in the mountains, which subsequently proved to be the birthplace of the wicked ancestors of the Moabites and Ammonites. In this study we learn that it is foolish to become attached to this present corrupt world because it awaits God’s judgement and will corrupt your life and threaten your future
The world is utterly corrupt and destined for destruction (vv. 1-14)
Worldly attachment will corrupt your life (vv. 15-29)
Worldly attachment will threaten your future (vv. 30-38)
Watch the sermon here.
If you feel blessed by this message, we encourage you to share this video with someone who may not know of God's enduring grace.
We invite visitors to join us at our Wantirna, Victoria location for our services each Sunday at 8:30am and 11am.
For information about Hills Bible Church, visit our website, or view or listen to our sermon archive here.
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Recorded on Sunday, 3 November 2024. Copyright © 2024, Hills Bible Church. All rights reserved.

Equip Class | Evangelism: The Plentiful Harvest | Lesson 4: Evangelism and Prayer

Have you ever wanted to share your faith but weren’t sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re already sharing the good news of Jesus and hoping to enhance your effectiveness in evangelism? Here’s the place to begin! Join us for The Plentiful Harvest, an interactive class designed to equip you with the tools, confidence, and Biblical foundation needed to share the Gospel in everyday life. Whether you're new to evangelism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class will explore practical ways to witness through classes, discussions, workshops, and much more. Let’s answer the Great Commission and bring the Good News to those around us for the glory of our great King!
Teacher: Daniel Riad
Video here.
Lesson 4: Prayer and Evangelism (27th October)

Portrait of a Godly Family (Equip) | Lesson 4: What is the problem with my child?

Much can go wrong inside a family – and much often does! As parents, we fail in many ways to love, teach and discipline our children. Children fail in many ways to love, obey and honour their parents. These failings can lead to much heartache, conflict and discouragement for the whole family. But our heavenly Father paints us a beautiful picture in His Word of what a Godly family looks like. And He gives us His Holy Spirit to transform us and our families towards that picture, as we seek to honour Him. Jesus Christ came to show us His Father and His perfect love for His children.
Parents and future parents, this class is for you. Come and admire our Father’s portrait of a Godly family and be equipped to imitate that portrait in your family. Topics will include God’s purpose for the family, worship, the heart, obedience, discipline, gender roles and technology.
Teachers: Hadyn Bernau and Steve Dunham
Video here.
Lesson 4: What is the problem with my child? (27th October)

The Joy of Giving | 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

On Sunday, 27 October Pastor Craig Baxter delivered 'The Joy of Giving' from 2 Corinthians 9:6-15.
In 2 Corinthians chapters 8 and 9 Paul is writing to encourage the Corinthian church in their giving to the needs of the church in Jerusalem. They had started out with great zeal (9:2) and desire (8:10) to participate in the collection, but following through on their goals may have been proving difficult. In this study we learn important lessons regarding Christian generosity, especially in the area of personal, financial giving, to meet the needs of Christ’s church. In this study we learn that generous, joy-filled giving to God’s work is evidence of authentic faith and brings God’s blessing for the giver and thanks and glory to God from the recipient.
The Motivation for Joyful Giving
The Attitude of Joyful Giving (vv. 6-7)
The Blessings of Joyful Giving (vv. 8-15)
Watch the sermon here.
If you feel blessed by this message, we encourage you to share this video with someone who may not know of God's enduring grace.
We invite visitors to join us at our Wantirna, Victoria location for our services each Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. For information about Hills Bible Church, visit our website, or view or listen to our sermon archive below:
For information about Hills Bible Church, visit our website, or view or listen to our sermon archive here.
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Recorded on Sunday, 27 October 2024. Copyright © 2024, Hills Bible Church. All rights reserved.

The Path to True Greatness | Psalm 37 | Men's Breakfast (19 October 2024)

Hills Bible Church Men's Breakfasts allow an opportunity for us as men to discuss Biblical principles and practical advice on building a community that glorifies God, edifies His people and attracts the lost. 

Portrait of a Godly Family (Equip) | Lesson 3: Connecting with our Children's Hearts

Much can go wrong inside a family – and much often does! As parents, we fail in many ways to love, teach and discipline our children. Children fail in many ways to love, obey and honour their parents. These failings can lead to much heartache, conflict and discouragement for the whole family. But our heavenly Father paints us a beautiful picture in His Word of what a Godly family looks like. And He gives us His Holy Spirit to transform us and our families towards that picture, as we seek to honour Him. Jesus Christ came to show us His Father and His perfect love for His children.
Parents and future parents, this class is for you. Come and admire our Father’s portrait of a Godly family and be equipped to imitate that portrait in your family. Topics will include God’s purpose for the family, worship, the heart, obedience, discipline, gender roles and technology.
Teachers: Hadyn Bernau and Steve Dunham
Video here.
Lesson 3: Connecting with our Children's Hearts (20 October)