City on a Hill Ballarat

The fall brings consequences. Relationships with God, one another, and creation are broken. In this sermon, we see how even within the curse, God points forward to hope and restoration.Bible Reading:Genesis 3:1–24Preacher:Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the...

Sin fractures humanity’s relationship with God and introduces shame, fear, and brokenness into the human story. In this sermon, we see how our rebellion reveals our deep need for God’s saving grace.Bible Reading:Genesis 3:1–24Preacher:Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of...

Temptation enters the story as the serpent questions God’s word and goodness. In this sermon, we see how humanity faces the pull of autonomy and distrust, revealing the subtle lies that shape our struggle today.Bible Reading:Genesis 3:1–24Preacher:Sermon by Gerald LiewThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see...

Men and women share equal dignity as image bearers yet are created distinct and complementary. In this sermon, we see how God’s design calls us to honour, love, and work together.Bible Reading:Genesis 2:4–25Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of the...

God declares it is not good for humanity to be alone and establishes family as a gift. In this sermon, we see how through marriage and community, God’s people reflect His image and participate in His unfolding plan.Bible Reading:Genesis 2:4–25Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the...

God rests on the seventh day, setting a pattern for humanity. True rest is more than stopping work. In this sermon, we see that it is trusting God’s finished work and longing for the ultimate rest He promises.Bible Reading:Genesis 2:1–3Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of...

Work was God’s good design long before the fall. Created to cultivate and steward creation together, our work reflects God’s character. In this sermon, we see how our work contributes to the flourishing of the world He made.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1–31; 2:4–25Preacher:Sermon by Trent ZeitzenThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open...

Humanity is the pinnacle of God’s creation, made in His image with dignity, value, and purpose. In this sermon, we see how men and women are called to represent God’s rule and steward creation for its flourishing.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1-31Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty...

God brings order from chaos, forming a world designed for life and flourishing. In this sermon, we see how creation reveals the goodness of God and points us to its good Creator.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1-31; 2:1-3Sermon by Ben HewittThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the Scriptures, we see the beauty of creation, the tragedy of...

Before anything existed, there was God. Eternal, transcendent, and sovereign, He is the source, sustainer, and ruler of all things. In this sermon, we see that creation begins not with us, but with the God without whom nothing exists.Bible Reading:Genesis 1:1Sermon by Gerald LiewThis episode is part of The Beginning of Everything, a teaching series exploring Genesis 1–11.As we open the...