Rockhampton Anglican Cathedral Sermons

The line that divides eternity

Society often values the smartest, wealthiest, and most influential voices, but God’s kingdom flips the script entirely. This episode challenges our obsession with worldly success and unpacks why the "foolishness" of the cross is actually the wisest plan ever designed. Tune in as we look honestly at human sin, God’s rescue plan, and a gentle invitation to stop striving and start boasting in Jesus alone.
 
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Do you really know God? [Exodus 34:1-10]

What is God really like, and how can we know for sure? In this episode, we explore how God answers these questions not through abstract ideas or vague feelings, but by revealing Himself directly in human history. Join us as we look at Exodus 34 and discover a God who is deeply relational, abounding in love, and committed to rescuing His people despite their failures. We invite you to listen and be encouraged by the certainty we have in a God who wants to be known.
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Why Pentecost Matters: The coming of the Holy Spirit

What really happened at Pentecost? Wind, fire, tongues, and confusion—but behind the spectacle is a deeper message about Jesus, the kingdom of God, and the gift of the Holy Spirit for all who believe. Listen in as we the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2. 
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The Kingdom, the Mission, and the King - Acts 1:1-11

What would you talk about if you had a conversation with the resurrected Jesus? In this episode, we dive into the beginning of Acts to explore the vital final instructions Jesus gave His disciples about the Kingdom of God. Discover how His spiritual reign and the gift of the Holy Spirit equip us to look beyond ourselves and share hope with the world today. Join us as we reflect on what it means to live out His mission in our everyday lives.
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Living for Jesus when life gets tough

How do we keep following Jesus when society feels increasingly hostile toward our faith? This message explores 1 Peter 3, showing how we can respond with peace, honor Christ as Lord, and find confidence in His ultimate victory. We invite you to discover how Jesus' resurrection provides the hope we need to stand firm today.
Thanks for listening to the podcast from St. Paul’s Anglican Cathedral. To learn more about our church, upcoming services, and events, visit us online: Website: https://www.rockhamptoncathedral.org.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockhamptonanglican/ We’d love to connect with you. 

Some Markers of Authentic Christian Living

In an age that prizes "being true to yourself," what does it actually look like to live an authentic Christian life? This episode explores 1 Peter 2 and the three distinct marks of a believer: resisting internal sin, doing good in public, and submitting to authority. Join us as we consider how to follow the footsteps of Jesus, the Shepherd of our souls.
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More Than a Building: Living as God's Church

In a world where church attendance is declining and many are searching for spirituality elsewhere, 1 Peter reminds us that the church is God’s precious and vibrant masterpiece. This episode explores how we can grow in our faith by craving "spiritual milk" and finding our place as "living stones" built upon Jesus, our cornerstone. Discover why the church—though imperfect—remains God’s chosen way to bring light and hope to the world today.
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Stand Out: Living Differently in a Blending-In World

In a culture that encourages us to fit in, the Christian life calls us to stand out. This sermon explores 1 Peter 1:13–25 and challenges us to fix our hope on Jesus’ return, pursue holiness in everyday life, and be shaped by God’s living Word. What does it look like to live distinctively—and why does it matter?
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Fake Rolexes and False Faith: Is Your Faith the Real Thing?

In this message, we dive into the opening verses of 1 Peter to explore what it means to have a Genuine Faith in a world where following Jesus often feels costly.
 
This sermon reminds us that real faith isn’t about seeking earthly comfort, but about finding an unshakable identity in Christ even when our surroundings grow increasingly cold.
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Absurd but True - Jesus is Risen!

This episode explores Matthew 28 and the astonishing claim that Jesus has risen from the dead.
It recounts the stone rolled away, the angelic proclamation to the two Marys, the empty tomb, Jesus' appearance, and the womens worship — arguing that the historical evidence supports the resurrection.
The sermon concludes by calling listeners to wholehearted worship, to accept Jesus' forgiveness through his death and resurrection, and to boldly declare the risen King so others may share in new life.
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