City on a Hill Edinburgh

Epizódok

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  David’s mighty men 13.09.2026 44p

  Pastor Pete explores the parallel between David and Jesus by highlighting how both called ordinary, often broken, people and transformed them into mighty men and women of faith. Like David’s men, Jesus’ disciples are also called to follow Him, stand firmly in the grace and victory He has won, and go courageously by responding to His call to advance His Kingdom.
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  The leader that brings life 06.09.2026 36p

  In this message, Pastor Pete looks at King David’s final public words, and what they reveal about godly leadership. He explores what makes a great leader, how God raises leaders regardless of their background, and how David’s final prophecy points to Jesus, the ultimate King who will reign over all mankind.
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  God delivers and rewards 30.08.2026 30p

  In this message, Pastor Bruno explores how David, despite a life marked by wars, betrayals and mistakes, attributed all his victories and deliverances to God's character and grace. He invites us to reflect on whether we are "writing a song" of gratitude to God or of self-glorification and highlights that true spiritual rewards come from humility and genuine repentance, not from personal perfection.
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  Blood speaks 23.08.2026 42p

  In this message, Pastor Pete explores why bad things happen and how sin can be atoned for, using the events surrounding David, Saul and the Gibeonites to unpack the different causes of suffering and the consequences of sin. He then points to the Gospel, showing how Jesus, the ultimate Son, gave His life in our place to take away our sin.
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  The return of the King 16.08.2026 41p

  As David returns to Jerusalem, we see a grieving king, a divided people and three very different responses to the king. Ultimately though, the Bible points to Jesus, the true King who offers mercy, calls us to treasure Him above everything, and who, one day, will return to make all things new.
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  Everything changes but God 09.08.2026 34p

  Life is hard, but our suffering is not ultimate because God remains faithful. This message explores how we can bring our struggles honestly before God, trust Him while we wait, and find hope in His unchanging character.
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  All peoples need God 02.08.2026 40p

  In this message on Psalm 96, Pastor Pete shares why all people are called to praise God, why everyone needs to hear of His greatness and why all other gods are false gods. He also explains that all nations are under His rule and that one day, He will return to judge the world in righteousness.
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  God is my refuge 26.07.2026 31p

  In this message, Pastor Jude looks at Psalm 91 where we are reminded that God is our refuge and safe place. Through this psalm, God makes us certain promises, but most importantly, invites us into a relationship with Him.
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  Reasons to praise 19.07.2026 32p

  Psalm 65 reminds us that praise belongs to God because of who He is and what He has done. As the God who answers prayer, forgives sin, rules over every power and nation, saves His people, and faithfully provides for their every need, He alone is worthy of our praise.
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  The majesty of the Lord 12.07.2026 28p

  In this message, Pastor Paul reflects on how, as we contemplate creation, we see that the Lord is supreme, mindful and deeply caring. In response to His greatness and His care for us, we are reminded that each of us has a unique part to play in the world.
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  The skies and the Scriptures 05.07.2026 37p

  In this message, Pastor Pete explains how God reveals Himself through creation and through Scripture, displaying His glory and His transforming truth. David’s humble response encourages us to seek God with the same heart, and to desire that our thoughts, words and lives would be pleasing to Him.
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  Absalom’s rebellion 28.06.2026 46p

  Pastor Pete’s message on Absalom’s rebellion explores the destructive power of pride, ambition and unresolved bitterness, contrasting it with David’s humble trust in God during a time of betrayal. He concludes by showing how David’s tears point forward to Christ, whose sacrifice and grace provide the ultimate remedy for pride, bitterness and sin.
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  Family fallout 21.06.2026 33p

  In this message, Pastor Duncan explores the devastating ripple effects of unchecked sin through the lives of King David, Amnon, Tamar, and Absalom. What happens when sin is left unchecked, leaders remain silent, and bitterness is allowed to grow. It reminds us that sin never stays contained; it spreads, destroys and leaves lasting damage in its wake. Yet, even in the darkness, we are reminded of our need for a better King, Jesus, who brings justice, healing and hope.
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  My sin is always before me 14.06.2026 41p

  In this message, Pastor Pete reminds us that sin can blind even the godliest of people, but genuine repentance opens the door to God’s grace. Though David’s sins were serious, they did not define his future. God restored him and preserved a legacy that points to His power of forgiveness and redemption.
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  David’s sin. God’s grace 07.06.2026 41p

  2 Samuel 11 describes David’s sin and how far David has fallen from being a man after God’s own heart. It also shows however that God’s grace is big enough for the sinner but also for those sinned against. (Trigger warning as this message touches on issues of sexual violence and assault. )
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  A seat at the King’s table 31.05.2026 39p

  2 Samuel 9 is one of the clearest pictures of God's grace in the Old Testament. Mephibosheth, a broken and forgotten descendant of Saul, expects judgement from King David but instead receives kindness, restoration, provision, and a permanent place at the king's table. As we explore this chapter together, we'll see how David's treatment of Mephibosheth points to God's amazing grace toward us through Jesus Christ.
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  The Kingdom of God against the kingdom of darkness 17.05.2026 47p

  David’s victories in 2 Samuel 8 and 10 show God’s promise being fulfilled through His appointed king, but they also point to the greater victory of Jesus, who came to defeat sin, death, and the devil and restore God’s kingdom of justice and righteousness.Today, we do not fight with violence, but respond by surrendering to Jesus, trusting God’s grace, sharing the gospel, loving our enemies, and waging spiritual war through prayer.John 3:17–18, Revelation 19:11
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  The Son of David 10.05.2026 49p

  Pastor Pete explores God’s promise to David that he would always have a son on the throne. The message shows David’s passion for God’s house, and the near fulfilment of the promise in Israel’s kings and its ultimate fulfilment in Jesus, the eternal King. It contrasts those who recognised Jesus as the Son of David with the Pharisees’ spiritual blindness, highlighting how Satan always distorts people’s understanding of the true King.
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  The Ark returns 03.05.2026 44p

  In this message, Pastor Pete explores the significance of the ark of the covenant as representing God’s presence and His holiness. He contrasts David’s wholehearted pursuit for God, Uzzah’s irreverence and Obed-Edom’s servant-heartedness, reflecting that ultimately, we are called to live with awe, gratitude and a love for God’s presence that overflows into joyful service.  
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  The rise of the king 26.04.2026 40p

  At the start of our 2 Samuel series, Pastor Pete introduces the transition from Saul’s downfall to David’s rise as part of God’s unfolding plan. He highlights three themes: God brings people down in His timing, people often cling to what they know is no longer right, and God raises people up in His perfect timing – ultimately pointing to Jesus as the true King.