This sermon reminds us that God’s people can confidently say “Hitherto hath the Lord helped us.” Drawing from 1 Samuel 7:12, Pastor Denzil Fourie calls believers to look back with gratitude at God’s faithfulness, live in repentance and obedience today, and move forward with hope—knowing that the same God who helped us in the past will lead us into the future.

The message addresses confusion within the church about salvation, emphasizing that salvation is a present reality received solely by God’s grace through faith—not by perfect law-keeping or works. Drawing from Ephesians and church research, it calls believers to assurance, joy, and confidence in Christ’s finished work.

Pastor Isaac Solomon teaches that God “inhabits the praises of His people,” meaning genuine praise actively invites God’s presence and power. Praise is not just an emotional response but a spiritual posture that draws God near, even in hardship. Using 2 Chronicles 20, he shows how Jehoshaphat faced overwhelming enemies by seeking God, positioning the people in faith, and sending singers ahead of the army. When they praised, God fought the battle and brought victory.

The message then turns to Acts 16, where Paul and Silas, beaten and imprisoned, prayed and sang praises at midnight. Their praise triggered God’s intervention—an earthquake opened prison doors and broke every chain. Pastor Solomon applies this to believers today, reminding them that many carry invisible chains such as fear, guilt, sin, bitterness, or discouragement.

The sermon concludes with a call to surrender these chains to Jesus, affirming that Christ was born to heal, restore, and set captives free. A spirit of praise, even in one’s “midnight season,” releases God’s presence, breaks bondage, and leads to freedom and renewed hope.

Pastor Isaac Solomon, the Ministerial and Family Life Ministries Director at the Southern African Union Conference, shared a short message with the congregants as part of the Annual Christmas Service at Bellville SDA Church.

A message by Elder Brighton Matake.

Br Chad Britz shared a special message with the Bellville Children's Ministries Department as part of the special Children's Day 2025 Program.

Pastor Stander reflects on the Christian hope that extends beyond the Second Coming. Using the book of Hebrews, he reminds believers that although they face suffering, persecution, and the feeling of not yet being “home,” their true identity and rest are found in Jesus Christ. Hebrews presents Jesus as the ultimate revelation of God—the better leader, sacrifice, and High Priest—and encourages believers to live by the “currencies” of God’s kingdom: faith and hope.

He emphasizes that the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11 point to Jesus, who is the perfect example of living by faith, sharing fully in human struggle and temptation. Though God’s people die without receiving the earthly fulfillment of the promise, they remain pilgrims looking for a heavenly country.

Revelation’s closing chapters reveal what lies beyond the Second Coming: God will relocate His throne to the earth made new, and the redeemed will see Him face to face. Pastor Stander stresses that heaven is not about golden streets or earthly upgrades—it is about being in the presence of God and the Lamb.

He concludes by urging believers to keep their divine appointment with God, trusting His grace until the day they see Him face to face.

The main theme, “Spiritual Spring Cleaning,” was based on Psalm 51:10–12, encouraging members to let God renew their hearts by removing spiritual clutter such as pride, unforgiveness, and negativity. Through prayer, Bible study, gratitude, and fellowship, believers can maintain a clean and renewed spirit throughout the year.

Elder Sherwin Dreyer’s message “The Power of Identity” focuses on discovering who we truly are in Christ. He explains that our identity isn’t defined by our past, failures, or the world’s labels, but by God’s view of us as His beloved children. When we embrace this truth, it transforms how we think, live, and serve. Dreyer encourages believers to let go of false identities and live confidently in the purpose and freedom found in their God-given identity.

It introduces the four key stages of the GROW Model.

In this heartfelt sermon “I Know My Saviour Cares”, Elder Colin Lawrence reminds us that even in life’s darkest moments, Jesus deeply cares for our pain. Drawing from Luke 7:11–17 and his own experiences of loss, he highlights Christ’s compassion for the grieving widow at Nain — the same compassion that comforts us today. With powerful testimonies, he calls believers to trust God’s unchanging Word, live faithfully, and find hope in the promise of the resurrection. This message is a moving reminder that through sorrow, loss, and uncertainty, our Saviour still cares and restores joy.

In this sermon titled "He Took, He Endures, He Gave," Pastor Ruan Horn uses the actions of Jesus during the communion in Luke 22:19 as a model for Christian life. He breaks the message into three parts. First, "He Took," explaining that just as Jesus took on the nature of a servant, took opportunities, and ultimately took the cross, believers must also "take" hold of His sacrifice, take up responsibility, and take time for God. Second, "He Endures," which corresponds to the breaking of the bread, symbolizing the brokenness of life. The pastor encourages the congregation to endure suffering as Christ did, viewing it as a necessary process for spiritual growth. Finally, "He Gave," highlighting that Jesus's entire life was an act of giving. Believers are called to emulate this by giving their lives to Christ, forgiving others, and sharing the Gospel. The sermon concludes by emphasizing that communion is not just a ritual but a blueprint for daily living.

A special message from the Bellville Pathfinder Club on global Pathfinder Day 2025.

Pastor Eddie Appollis, from the Helderberg College of Higher Education, shares the Word with members from the Bellville SDA Church.

Elder Clinton Plaatjes from the Firgrove SDA Church shared the Word of God with members today.

Pastor Gerald Du Preez shared a special message on parenting and child rearing with the members in attendace at the Bellville SDA Church.

Ps Adrian Platts joined the Bellville SDA Church this Sabbath. He currently serves as a Dean in the Theology Faculty of Helderberg College of Higher Education.

Elder Allan Cyster from the Bellville SDA Church congregation shared the Word with members today. Listen and be blessed.

Pastor Hatchilinga ministered at the Bellville SDA Church. He currently serves as the Director of the Ellen G. White Estate Research Institute at Helderbeg College of Higher Education, located in Cape Town, South Africa.

He shares a few thoughts on the Church Pioneer, William Miller.

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking sermon. In this powerful message, Pastor Gerald Du Preez explores the topic, "Postmodernism And The Plate."**Listen now** to be uplifted and inspired! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

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