This week, Keanan and Lee-Roy jump in with a fresh twist on Thursday Thoughts before Gareth and Amy. They unpack life, joy, and what’s coming up in the life of FREE Church. 🌿✨
It’s real, honest, and filled with encouragement for the season ahead.
Catch today’s episode and stay inspired!
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ReJOYce | Finding Strength in the Joy of the Lord
Joy isn’t just an emotion — it’s a spiritual strength. In this message, we explore how the joy of the Lord becomes our anchor, our fuel, and our reminder that God delights in His people.
From Nehemiah 8:8–11, we see a moment where God’s Word moves hearts, not to sorrow, but to joy. A holy joy. A strengthening joy.
C.S. Lewis reminds us that joy is more than happiness or pleasure; it is a deep delight our souls long to return to again and again.
Scripture shows us God’s heart:
Isaiah 42:1 — God delights in His chosen one.
Zephaniah 3:17 — God rejoices over us with singing.
1 Peter 1:8 — We are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy because of Jesus.
This message will help you:
1️⃣ Recognize the joy God gives
2️⃣ Reside in the joy that sustains you
3️⃣ Extend the joy to the world around you
At the end of it all, remember this truth:
God reJOYces over you.
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JOY is found over 70 times in the book of Psalms. Biblical joy is more than an emotion. It is a mindset or a way of living that is a fruit of the spirit, and it comes from one's connection ( relationship) to GOD, not from circumstances.
John 15:11
Joy is found and seen in one who abides in Christ.
Free Church in Centurion, South Africa. Join us every Sunday at 8:15 CAT and 10:00 CAT in person, or 11:00 CAT online. We would love to hear from you—share your story with us at hello@freechurch.life. Upcoming Dates: 28 Nov – 20:00 Draw the Line on GBV (Men’s Prayer); 06 Dec – 18:00 Dream Team Celebration; 14 Dec – 08:15 Service Only plus Sunset Carols & Picnic at 18:00; 21 Dec – 08:15 Service Only; 24 Dec – 18:00 Christmas Eve Celebration Dinner (Booking Essential); 28 Dec – Online Service Only; 04 Jan – Online Service Only; 11 Jan – 08:15 & 10:00 Sunday Services Resume. Stay Connected: www.freechurch.life | Facebook: facebook.com/freechurch.life | Instagram: instagram.com/freechurch.life | TikTok: tiktok.com/@freechurch.life | Pinterest: za.pinterest.com/FreeChurchdotLife | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freechurchdotlife. Our Mission: FOLLOW. KNOW. GROW. GO. We help people follow Jesus, know true identity, grow in freedom, and go live with purpose. #FreeChurch #centurionchurches
Free Church in Centurion, South Africa. Join us every Sunday at 8:15 CAT and 10:00 CAT in person, or 11:00 CAT online. We would love to hear from you—share your story with us at hello@freechurch.life. Upcoming Dates: 28 Nov – 20:00 Draw the Line on GBV (Men’s Prayer); 06 Dec – 18:00 Dream Team Celebration; 14 Dec – 08:15 Service Only plus Sunset Carols & Picnic at 18:00; 21 Dec – 08:15 Service Only; 24 Dec – 18:00 Christmas Eve Celebration Dinner (Booking Essential); 28 Dec – Online Service Only; 04 Jan – Online Service Only; 11 Jan – 08:15 & 10:00 Sunday Services Resume. Stay Connected: www.freechurch.life | Facebook: facebook.com/freechurch.life | Instagram: instagram.com/freechurch.life | TikTok: tiktok.com/@freechurch.life | Pinterest: za.pinterest.com/FreeChurchdotLife | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freechurchdotlife. Our Mission: FOLLOW. KNOW. GROW. GO. We help people follow Jesus, know true identity, grow in freedom, and go live with purpose. #FreeChurch #centurionchurches
Thursday Thoughts Script Ep 71 | 4 Keys to Finish the Year Well
4 Keys to Finish the Year Well
As we close the year, here are 4 keys to finish well from Psalm 112:
1. Others-Focused: Be kind. Encourage someone.
2. Generosity: Create margin to bless others.
3. Justice: Hold the line. Stay authentic.
4. Consistency: Keep healthy rhythms. Stay connected to God.
Let’s finish strong and finish with faith.
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“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 Joy isn’t meant to be contained; it’s meant to overflow. In this message, Pastor Chester Mupaya unpacks what it means to live in the overflow of God’s presence, where joy, peace, and hope become more than emotions; they become the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22) that refreshes not only us but everyone around us. From Genesis 1:26 to John 4:14, we’re reminded that God designed us to reflect His nature, and that true joy is found only in Him. When we drink from His living water, it becomes a spring that flows out of us, bringing comfort and life to others (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). This week’s challenge: Find someone to comfort with the same comfort God has given you. That’s the practical overflow of joy in action!Scripture Highlights:Romans 15:13Galatians 5:22John 4:13–14Ecclesiastes 3:112 Corinthians 1:3–4Subscribe for more messages that bring life, hope, and joy:@FreeChurchSA#ReJOYce #OverflowOfJoy #FreeChurch #ChesterMupaya #Faith #HolySpirit #JoyInChrist #LivingWater #BibleTeaching #ChristianMotivation
The Church isn’t a building, it’s alive! God’s Spirit is moving, hearts are changing, and hope is rising. 🌍🔥
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Free Church in Centurion, South AfricaJoin Us Every Sunday at 8:30 CAT | 10:30 CAT in person or 8:30 online. We would love to hear from you! Tell us your story by emailing hello@freechurch.life=============================Stay Connected:Website: http://www.freechurch.lifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freechurch.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/freechurch.life/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freechurch.lifePinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/FreeChurchdotLife/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoK0i8-CS4GNNp-gyc3kB2w=============================Our Mission: To inspire people to follow Jesus and equip them to live in freedom and with purpose#FreeChurch #centurionchurches
What are the areas in your life that you need to change?
Free Church in Centurion, South AfricaJoin Us Every Sunday at 8:30 CAT | 10:30 CAT in person or 8:30 online. We would love to hear from you! Tell us your story by emailing hello@freechurch.life=============================Stay Connected:Website: http://www.freechurch.lifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freechurch.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/freechurch.life/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freechurch.lifePinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/FreeChurchdotLife/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoK0i8-CS4GNNp-gyc3kB2w=============================Our Mission: To inspire people to follow Jesus and equip them to live in freedom and with purpose#FreeChurch #centurionchurches
We’re stepping into a new season, and a new space! 🚀 Our move to the new office is more than a change of address; it’s a step toward growth, creativity, and fresh opportunities. As we settle in, we’re also gearing up for some exciting upcoming events that’ll bring our community even closer. Big things ahead, stay tuned! ✨
Waldo and Petri Kleyn share their heart for the people of Zambia, a nation where they’ve dedicated their lives to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ. Through church planting and community outreach, they are making it possible for more people to encounter the Good News and experience God’s transforming love. Their story is one of faith, obedience, and a passion to see His Kingdom come across Zambia.
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Today, Gareth Nicholson shared a powerful message titled “Light in the Darkness – So That His Kingdom May Come!” ✨
Drawing from Matthew 5:14–16, he reminded us that we are the light of the world—a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. As followers of Jesus, our good deeds should shine brightly so that others may see and glorify our Father in heaven.
It’s a call to live intentionally, reflect Christ’s love, and bring light wherever there’s darkness. 💡🔥
📖 “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16 (NIV)
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Today on the podcast, Amy and Gareth share how the vision and mission of Free Church shape the decisions we make and why we are making them.We exist to help people follow Jesus, know their true identity, grow in freedom, and go live with purpose.
Hey 👋 As you watch this word from Peter Molver: the giants in front of you are not bigger than the God within you. 💪✨ Like Caleb, you can say with confidence, “Give me this mountain!” 🏔️ Don’t let fear or past failures hold you back. God has promised you victory, and His presence goes before you. 🌿🔥Take ground this week, one step of faith at a time. His Kingdom will come through your obedience, courage, and trust. 🙌👑 And remember, sometimes the biggest battles are in our own thoughts. 🧠✝️ Silence the doubt, stand on His promises, and step forward in boldness. 🕊️God is with you, and the inheritance He has for you is greater than the opposition against you. Keep moving, your faith is making way for His Kingdom to come! 🌍✨
In this episode, Lee and Dave share highlights from Men’s Camp in Cape Town and reflect on how encouraging the time was. They also look ahead to some exciting things in the life of Free Church, especially the launch of Free Leadership College in 2026.
For Such a Time as This: Bold and Courageous Decisions
Growing up, my “heritage” was denim black jeans, which were our “number ones.” So when my daughter needed a Heritage Day outfit, I dressed her in a simple dress, added a tiara, and hung a sign: “I am a daughter of the King. My heritage is in heaven.” She loved it, though some found it embarrassing. But Romans 8:14-17 reminds us we are God’s children, co-heirs with Christ. Heaven is our true home, and Jesus is the only name we need to enter it.
Like Esther, who was positioned “for such a time as this” (Esther 4:14), we face choices: stay comfortable or step into God’s calling. She declared, “If I perish, I perish.” Comfort was never the goal; her position was an assignment. The same is true for us; the church was never called to settle but to advance.
It’s go time. Bold decisions might not mean risking our lives, but they could mean risking embarrassment, discomfort, or stretching beyond what feels safe. God doesn’t hand us a ten-step plan; He asks us to take the first step, and He meets us there.
You were born for such a time as this. Say yes. It’s go time.
God is speaking to us about the season ahead & we want to bring you on the journey. We would love to bring you on the journey…