Bulletin
Sunday 10:00am – Exodus 5 – 6
“The Battle Begins”
Sunday 6:00pm – Matthew 6:1-18
“Beware of hypocrisy: The heart of true religion”
Wednesday 7:00pm Bible study – Acts /Prayer
Once our service has begun, and especially during the teaching of God’s Word, we kindly ask that everyone remain seated so as not to distract others who are listening. If you do need to step out, our Ushers will lovingly guide you to a seat at the rear of the sanctuary or in the foyer overflow when you return thank you
Sunday 31st May 2026
Welcome to Calvary Chapel Secret Harbour today!
Calvary Women – At the information desk is the sign-up sheet for catering purposes for your mid-year gathering here at the chapel on Thursday 18th June, 7:00–8:30pm. Be sure to invite a friend along for a wonderful evening of fellowship and encouragement in the Lord.
With this weekend being a long weekend, we encourage you to join with Pastor Israel tonight at 6:00pm as he continues to take us through the Gospel of Matthew.
Winter officially begins this week, and there are no better opportunities to gather together with the midweek prayer team as we continue our journey through the book of Exodus each Wednesday evening at 7:00pm.
It is a blessing to see new faces joining our servant teams in Junior Church and our Media Team. If you would like to serve alongside them, please see Pastor Marlon or Pastor Nathanael.
If you would like to know how to become a Christian today, or if you need prayer, after each service our pastors and elders are available to pray with you and share God’s Word with you.
Grace Giving 2Co 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. We encourage all of you who are part of our Calvary Chapel Secret Harbour Fellowship family to give without obligation but with a cheerful heart of worship. Your gifts allow God’s work to be done in “Judea, Samaria and the uttermost parts of the world.” Account name – Calvary Chapel Church Secret Harbour Incorporated – Account – 10891970 – BSB – 066-516.
From the Pastor’s Pen
World Powers Against God’s Kingdom We have seen over the last few weeks President Donald Trump visit China, and then Russia’s President Vladimir Putin also making significant diplomatic moves. A strange coincidence perhaps? Behind the governments and powers of this world there is a far greater spiritual battle taking place. The Bible reminds us that there are unseen spiritual forces influencing and directing the affairs of nations, including our own Australian government.
The question is — what are the leaders of this world ultimately moving toward, and what are these dark spiritual forces seeking to accomplish?The Psalmist gives us tremendous insight:
Psalm 2:1–3 “Why do the nations rage, And the people plot a vain thing?The kings of the earth set themselves,
And the rulers take counsel together, Against the LORD and against His Anointed, saying, ‘Let us break Their bonds in pieces
And cast away Their cords from us.’” The aim of dark spiritual opposition has always been to resist God, oppose His kingdom, and reject His authority. Satan seeks to hinder the plans of God and blind the hearts of men from the truth of Jesus Christ. The nations may appear powerful, governments may rise and fall, alliances may form, and world leaders may make their plans — yet none of it takes Heaven by surprise. Should we as Christians be fearful? Absolutely not. The Psalmist then lifts our eyes from earth to Heaven: Psalm 2:4–5 “He who sits in the heavens shall laugh; The Lord shall hold them in derision. Then He shall speak to them in His wrath, And distress them in His deep displeasure.” God is not nervous about the plans of men. He is still on the throne. His kingdom is not threatened, His purposes cannot fail, and Jesus Christ will reign forever. Psalm 2:10–11 says: “Now therefore, be wise, O kings; Be instructed, you judges of the earth. Serve the LORD with fear, And rejoice with trembling.” Am I saying that every government or politician is evil? No. God has established governing authorities for order in society. But whenever leaders, nations, or systems deliberately oppose God’s truth and seek to cast aside His authority, they place themselves in direct opposition to Heaven itself. Nations such as China, Russia, Turkey, and Iran should be watched carefully in light of Bible prophecy and the increasing movement toward global unrest and spiritual deception. Yet our focus should not be fear, panic, or endless speculation. Our focus must remain upon Jesus Christ. As believers, we are called to live with discernment, prayer, and peace, knowing that God rules over the nations and that His kingdom will surely come. Isaiah 40:23–24 reminds us: “He brings the princes to nothing; He makes the judges of the earth useless… Scarcely shall they be planted, Scarcely shall they be sown… When He will also blow on them,
And they will wither.” One day every kingdom of man will pass away, but the kingdom of Jesus Christ will stand forever. So let us not fear the shaking of this world. Let us continue serving the Lord faithfully, preaching the Gospel boldly, and living with the peace of God in our hearts, knowing that our King is coming soon.
Helen’s heart
Jhn 15:4 “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.” The word abides means a permanence of position, it’s a daily lifestyle. Psalm 145 says, “Everyday I will bless You”, implying a regular continuous commitment. This instant fast paced ‘now’ world is not compatible with steadiness of a daily walk with Jesus. “O Lord renew a stedfast spirit within me” Psalm 51:10