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These recent sermons have resonated deeply with listeners and demonstrate the heart of Battle Ready Sermons:
Ready, Steady, Pack!
In this week’s Battle Ready Sermons all-age thought for our more informal 2nd Sunday Celebration, we explore what it truly means to be ready to follow Jesus - no matter the cost.
Why Do I Feel Like I’m Playing God And Failing?
Discover why the first Beatitude is the foundation of the blessed life. In this powerful sermon on Matthew 5:1-12, we explore what it truly means to be "poor in spirit" and how admitting our need for God transforms everything.
Hidden Riches: Discovering Treasure in Life's Darkest Moments
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s darkness? In this powerful episode of Battle Ready Sermons, Captain Rob Westwood-Payne explores the theme of overcoming fear and uncertainty through faith, resilience, and biblical teaching.
The Quiet Revolution: Finding Peace in a Restless World
In this week’s Battle Ready Sermons, Rob Westwood-Payne explores how to fix your thoughts when life feels overwhelming.
Be Still Prayer | Finding God’s Peace in Life’s Chaos (Psalm 46:10 Sermon) | Battle Ready Sermons
Battle Ready Sermons: Discover the power of be still prayer in Psalm 46:10 today.
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Nothing More That You Can Do | Good Friday Sermon
In this moving Good Friday sermon we explore the profound final words of Jesus on the cross: “It is finished.” Through Scripture, reflection, and powerful imagery, we reveal how these three words mark not a defeat, but the ultimate victory over sin, death, and Satan. Discover how Jesus’ cry of triumph speaks to our unfinished business and offers eternal…
How the Resurrection Gives Us Hope | Easter Sunday Sermon
In this powerful and uplifting Easter sermon, we explore the most precious commodity on earth - hope. Through the story of Lazarus, the words of Jesus in John 11:25–26, and the truth of the Resurrection, we’re reminded that our hope is not just for today, but for eternity. This message reveals why Christians are the most hopeful people on earth: because…
Everyday Faith & Calling
Frontline Sundays: Together We Grow
Why bother going to church? In this episode of Battle Ready Sermons, Salvation Army officer Rob Westwood-Payne tackles the tough question many Christians secretly ask: is church attendance still essential in our busy modern lives? Drawing from Hebrews 10:19-25
Frontline Sundays: Whoever You Are
In this message, we explore the deep and pressing question: How do we measure our self-worth? Drawing from personal reflection, cultural insights, and biblical truth, we are led on a transformative journey through the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:5–14, revealing that our true value lies not in worldly status, achievements, or possessions, but in our uns…
Frontline Sundays: Wherever We Are
In this sermon from Colossians 3:15–24, we are challenged to consider how our everyday actions - whether in worship, at home, or at work - can reflect Jesus. With practical insights and real-life illustrations, we are encouraged to live and speak in the name of Christ on our “frontlines,” wherever we find ourselves. Discover how even the most ordinary t…
Frontline Sundays: Wherever We Are
In this powerful and reflective sermon, we are challenged to rethink where we encounter God - not just in churches or sacred spaces, but in the ordinary places we inhabit daily. Drawing from Jacob’s dream at Bethel in Genesis 28, we explore how God reveals his presence in unexpected settings and how we are each called to see our homes, workplaces, schoo…
All the Difference in the World
What do people think when you say you go to church? Is it just a Sunday ritual? Or something much deeper? In this compelling message, Captain Rob Westwood-Payne explores what it truly means to be the church, based on the opening verses of 1 Peter. Discover how we are God’s chosen people, called to live as distinct “red dots” in a grey world, shining as …
📚 Helpful External Resources
The Salvation Army UK – Mission stories, spiritual growth paths
https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk
The Salvation Army International – Global outreach and resources
https://www.salvationarmy.org
Bible Reading Plans:
YouVersion – Free daily devotionals and topical reading plans
https://www.youversion.com
Bible in One Year – Structured Scripture reading with commentary
https://bibleinoneyear.org
Our Daily Bread – Short, daily reflections in everyday language
https://odb.org
Small Group and Discipleship Tools:
Salvation Army Discipleship Guides – Training and community growth tools
RightNow Media – Bible study videos and content (subscription-based)
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