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Watch live services
Each week our 9.30am service is livestreamed on YouTube. Go to our YouTube channel at 9.30am on Sunday to watch live. You can also go back and watch recent services and messages anytime on our channel.
Listen to our podcast
If listening is more your thing, you’ll find recent messages on our podcast ‘The Lakes Church Cairns’.
Cultivating deeper connections in the church (Phil Sproul)
Christian community is built on more than shared interests; it’s about sharing life in Christ. Let’s explore the early church’s example of living in deep, purposeful community. Through worship, breaking bread, and sharing resources, they cultivated connections that went well beyond the surface. We’ll explore how we can foster deeper connections in our church community, practicing forgiveness, encouragement, and accountability as we grow together in Christ. Discussion guide: Read and reflect on Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Hebrews 10:24-25…
The table where Jesus meets us (Laura Snook)
Jesus often used the table as a place of connection, healing, and grace. Let’s focus on the significance of the table in Jesus’ ministry. It’s a place where barriers are broken, forgiveness is offered, and relationships are restored. As we reflect on Jesus’ encounters around the table, we’ll consider how we can use our tables—whether literal or figurative—as places where people can experience the transforming power of Jesus. Discussion guide: Read and reflect on Luke 7:36-50, Revelation 3:20, Acts 11:1-18…
Welcoming as Christ welcomed (Geoff Snook)
Jesus modelled radical hospitality—welcoming sinners, strangers, and the marginalised. Let’s explore the heart of biblical hospitality: welcoming others as Christ has welcomed us. Through his example, we learn how opening our homes and hearts to others reflects the love of God. Hospitality isn’t just about entertaining friends; it’s about embracing strangers and showing them love, too. We’ll point out some barriers to hospitality in our own lives and talk about how we can practice it with intentionality. Discussion guide:…
Wielding the Bible in spiritual warfare (Laura Snook)
In times of trouble and uncertainty, the Bible offers unparalleled comfort and hope. We’ll explore how we can hold on to passages that remind us of God’s constant presence, his promises of renewal, and the hope we have in Christ. The Bible is also a powerful tool in spiritual warfare. It equips us to stand firm against the enemy’s schemes, resist temptation, overcome challenges, and stay grounded in God’s promises. Discussion guideRead and reflect on 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Romans 15:4,…
Wielding the Bible properly (Brian Paris)
The Bible is a diverse collection of writings, each with its own context, genre, and purpose. Understanding these elements is key to interpreting the Bible well. We’ll dive into different types of biblical literature—from wisdom poetry to apocalyptic visions—exploring how context and genre influence our understanding of the message. We’ll also talk about how our own perspectives shape the way we read the Bible and how we can approach it with greater clarity and depth. You can get a copy…
Applying the Bible for everyday life in community (Geoff Snook)
Reading the Bible is just the beginning; living out its truths is the goal. This week, we’ll focus on practical ways to integrate the Bible into our daily lives and our community through meditation, journaling, and application. Reading and discussing the Bible together deepens our relationships and strengthens our faith. As we approach the Bible with intention and creativity, we’ll discover how it can transform not only our individual lives but also the life of our community. Discussion guide Read…
The Bible’s transformative purpose (Geoff Snook)
The Bible isn’t just a collection of ancient texts; it’s a living, breathing story that has the power to transform our lives. We’ll explore how the Bible reveals God’s redemptive story and how we can live in, and from, this truth. We’ll reflect on the purpose of the Bible and how it can shape our lives. We’ll commit to engaging with the Bible in a more meaningful way. Discussion guideRead and reflect on Hebrews 1:1-2, Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews…
Don’t Look Down (Simon Ward from Compassion)
Simon Ward from Compassion was our guest speaker this week. He shared an update from Compassion, and gave a message called ‘Don’t Look Down’ from Luke 24. Connect with us anytime at https://www.thelakes.church
The greatest challenge to Abraham’s faith (Brian Paris)
The story of Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice Isaac is one of the most challenging in the Bible. This week, we will explore themes of trust, obedience, and God’s ultimate provision. Abraham: faith and imperfection. This series will help us see Abraham not just as a figure of great faith, but as a complex person who experienced highs and lows. We’ll find parts of our own story, and we’ll find confidence in God, through the journey of Abraham. Group Discussion Guide…
Abraham’s flawed faith (Laura Snook)
Abraham is often admired for his great faith, but his story also includes moments of fear and failure. This week, we will explore how God’s promises remain steadfast even when our faith wavers. Abraham: faith and imperfection. This series will help us see Abraham not just as a figure of great faith, but as a complex person who experienced highs and lows. We’ll find parts of our own story, and we’ll find confidence in God, through the journey of Abraham.…