Sermons

Leanne continues our letters series by reminding us from the book of Ephesians 1:3-14 that In Christ, God has chosen us, adopted us into His family, and redeemed our lives. Our inheritance in His kingdom is secure, sealed and guaranteed by the Holy Spirit.

In this sermon from the Letters to the churches summer series, Julie encourages us to let the Holy Spirit move the truths we know about Christ from our heads into our hearts, bringing real transformation and shaping the way we live each day.

Ryan explains how "We are insignificant when compared to God" quoting James4v13-15, making the points:
 1-Only one life, 2-Christ is all, 3-God wants you.

Ryan teaches from Joshua 1:1–9, reminding us that God’s purposes continue in every season at Elim Church Crawley. He encourages us to be strong and courageous as we share the good news of Jesus in Crawley and beyond, embracing this new season God has given us.

Brendan explores Praise from Psalm 150 as the outward expression of gratitude, adoration, and reverence for God.

Stephen explains that we should be thirsty for more of God and seek Him earnestly with all of our  heart.

Jesus offers "Living Water" to those who thirst after Him.
 

Mike previously explained from Acts 2:1-13 "Baptism in the Holy Spirit" by describing Pentecost, where 120 believers were suddenly filled with the Holy Spirit.
Mike gave answers to various questions that had been raised since the first sermon including the key message from Peter's sermon "For the promise is for you and for your children, and for all who are far off, as many as the Lord our God will call."

Carl shares from Isaiah 43:16–21 on trusting God through life's stretching seasons. Using the example of a renovation, he explains that faith is often tested midway through the process, when things seem messy and uncertain. He encourages believers to keep moving forward, trusting that God is at work even when His plans are not yet clear.
 

Ian Moore shares from Matthew 16:24–27 on the call to follow Jesus. He reminds believers that discipleship requires surrender, but that calling looks different for everyone. Whether in abundance or sacrifice, the focus is not on what we give up, but on using our lives to serve Christ and advance His Kingdom.

Mike explained the baptism in the Holy Spirit by describing Pentecost, where 120 believers—already born again—were suddenly filled with the Spirit, accompanied by signs like a rushing wind, tongues of fire, and speaking in different languages, showing empowerment rather than salvation itself. He emphasised that the Holy Spirit actively works within believers—bringing new life, shaping their character, and enabling them for service—and concluded that this baptism is a real, personal experience that confirms our adoption into God’s family, fills us with His love, assures us of salvation, and is something believers are encouraged to seek as a deeper, life‑changing relationship with God.