The Weekly

NCCB is a community of believers who present proof of a loving God to a watching world. Each week on The Weekly you’ll hear our latest Sunday message. We have another podcast stream called Live Room Conversations, to learn more, go to www.nccb.co.za

Plough Your Fallow Ground - Pierre Vercueil 08/11/2025

Plough Your Fallow Ground - Pierre Vercueil Pierre unpacks powerful lessons on humility, sanctification, and living fully surrendered to God. Drawing from Scripture, he explores God’s character of holiness, justice, and love, the need to plow hardened ground in our hearts, and the call to radical Christian living without compromise. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37755695

Paul Edy - Formed By Mercy 07/28/2025

Paul Edy - Formed By Mercy Paul Edy explores what it means to be a community shaped by God's mercy. Drawing from Romans 12, he unpacks how theology must move beyond knowledge into transformed living—marked by sacrifice, servanthood, and surrender. With a call to live counter-culturally and reflect kingdom values, this message challenges us to fall on the mercy of Jesus and become a community that overcomes evil with good. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37632775

Gareth Stark - Call To Community 07/21/2025

Gareth Stark - Call To Community Gareth Stark unpacks the biblical concept of Babylon as a cultural system that opposes the kingdom of God. He highlights the subtle ways believers may fall into patterns of hurry, isolation, and fear, driven by radical individualism. Calling the church to resist these influences, Gareth emphasises the importance of intentional community, vulnerability, and accountability in spiritual formation. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37632850

Sunday | Where's Your Witness - Trevor Hartley 07/14/2025

Sunday | Where's Your Witness - Trevor Hartley In this preach, Trevor Hartley urges the congregation to put God first, echoing the calls of prophets like Haggai and Zechariah. He challenges the culture of busyness and fear, reminding the church that God desires fruitfulness, not just productivity. Trevor emphasizes trusting in God’s promises, crying out for their fulfillment, and actively living out faith in the city. He highlights the church’s authority, given by Jesus, to bring real change through prayer, repentance, and unity. As churches work together in areas like education and business, Trevor declares that a powerful revival is coming—one marked by surrendered hearts and a unified mission. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37396320

Sunday | A Better Way - Trevor Hartley 07/07/2025

Sunday | A Better Way - Trevor Hartley In this powerful sermon, Trevor Hartley shares a message drawn from the book of Haggai, calling the people to reflect on their priorities and return to God's purpose. Using the story of Israel’s return to Jerusalem, he highlights the consequences of neglecting the Lord’s house while chasing personal comfort, and how this leads to unfruitfulness. Trevor contrasts the pace of productivity with the pace of God’s presence, urging believers to slow down, listen to God’s voice, and live from a place of peace and purpose. He challenges the church to reject a transactional faith and embrace a deeper walk with Christ, rooted in community and communion. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37304075

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: X - Ashley Bell 07/01/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: X - Ashley Bell Ash Bell unpacks what makes a church truly healthy—rooted in spiritual maturity, authentic community, and radical generosity. He shares how real encounters with Jesus lead to transformed lives, softened hearts, and bold action. From secret acts of kindness to city-wide outreach, this episode inspires believers to live out their faith with compassion, humility, and purpose. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37269275

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: IX - Ashley Bell 06/23/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: IX - Ashley Bell In this episode, Ash Bell explores the richness of God's presence, emphasizing it as a treasure that should never lose its wonder. He speaks on God's relational nature, likening the Church to the bride of Christ preparing to meet her groom. Listeners are encouraged to pray for global peace, especially in conflict zones like the Middle East, and to mature in their faith through consistent, meaningful prayer. Ash highlights that God desires relationship, not transaction, and addresses how suffering can distort people's understanding of God. Through themes of covenant, fellowship, and community, he draws parallels between marriage and God's commitment to His people. Stories of answered prayers, life-changing encounters at church, and powerful testimonies underscore the episode’s message of hope, presence, and divine purpose. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37131465

Sunday | Father's Day - Ash Bell 06/16/2025

Sunday | Father's Day - Ash Bell In this special Father’s Day episode, we explore the privilege and responsibility of fatherhood—and what it means to be a man in a culture that often confuses or distorts masculinity. Speaking from personal experience as both a father and grandfather, Ash takes a heartfelt yet challenging look at how biblical manhood contrasts with modern cultural narratives. Whether you're a dad, mentor, husband, or young man finding your way, this episode offers clarity, conviction, and encouragement to walk confidently in the identity God has designed for you. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37038475

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VIII - Ashley Bell 06/08/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VIII - Ashley Bell In this inspiring message, Ash Bell unpacks God's sovereignty, His victory over the enemy, and how believers are called to reflect His glory in everyday life. From the power of prayer to the beauty of sanctification and the diversity of the church, Ash encourages us to live lives that please God, walk in unity, and stay continually connected to Him. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/37039915

Let It Flow - Dylan Jahnig 06/02/2025

Let It Flow - Dylan Jahnig Dylan Jahnig from Linc church in Ballito shared this timely message on unblocking wells of spiritual growth in our lives. He uses the analogy of digging a borehole, you dig down for a long time, finding nothing before eventually finding an abundance of water. Through this message, Dyl encourages us not to give up. We might want to tap out and say that we're done God. The good news is that God isn't done with us. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36815200

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VII - Ashley Bell 05/26/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VII - Ashley Bell In this episode, Ash continues his series on The Vital Signs of a Healthy Church, using the metaphor of medical vital signs to explore what makes a church spiritually strong. Through this metaphor, he unpacks our mission statement as NCCB and he highlights the importance of effective leadership, vibrant worship, active community involvement, a balance of holiness and love, and the pursuit of prophetic vision. We are encouraged to reflect on our own spiritual health and take part in building a Christ-centered, inclusive, and mission-driven church community. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36725205

Sunday | Look At Him - Cullum Allen 05/21/2025

Sunday | Look At Him - Cullum Allen Cullum joins us this week and In this preach titled “Look at Him,” he explore's moments where Jesus’ actions reveal His heart — from cleansing the temple to honoring a widow’s offering. Through scriptures like Mark 11 and 2 Corinthians 4, we’re reminded to fix our eyes on what truly matters: His presence, His priorities, and His perspective. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36655135

Sunday | Mother's Day - Ashley Bell 05/12/2025

Sunday | Mother's Day - Ashley Bell In this Mother's Day message, Ash shares stories of Monica (St. Augustine’s mom) and Susanna Wesley (mother of revivalists). We’re reminded that some of the most powerful prayers don’t come from pulpits—they come from kitchens and late-night tears. “She didn’t just make meals—she made ministers.” Never underestimate a praying mom. Hell might have philosophers, but heaven has mothers. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36591410

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VI - Ashley Bell 05/05/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: VI - Ashley Bell In this service led by Ashley Bell, the congregation explores the characteristics of a healthy church, emphasising the importance of worship, community, and living out faith in challenging times. The sermon focuses on being grateful and fostering thankfulness, understanding thankfulness through discipline, and the need for accountability and responsibility within church leadership. Key challenges facing the church today are identified, along with a call to embody the love of God in actions. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36434400

Sunday | Identity In Christ - Ash Bell 04/28/2025

Sunday | Identity In Christ - Ash Bell Ash preaches on Identity In Christ and how the knowledge of that can transform every aspect of your life! /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36352860

Sunday | Easter Sunday - Ashley Bell 04/21/2025

Sunday | Easter Sunday - Ashley Bell Ashley Bell shares a moving sermon centered on surrender, redemption, and the transformative power of faith. With uplifting worship, reflections on Joseph of Arimathea’s bold sacrifice, and a deep dive into the significance of Jesus' resurrection, this service invites listeners to embrace freedom in Christ and renew their personal relationship with Him. Whether you're seeking hope, healing, or a fresh start, this message offers encouragement and a clear call to action. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36352905

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: V - Ashley Bell 04/14/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: V - Ashley Bell Ash discusses the characteristics of a healthy church, focusing on the importance of revering the lordship of Christ, as demonstrated through the events surrounding Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. This message highlights how a healthy church mirrors the early Christian community depicted in the book of Acts, emphasizing breaking bread together and maintaining a strong relationship with Jesus. Ash also encourages us to dig in as we approach the Easter season, building up to the death and resurrection of Christ. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36124200

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: IV (Prayer) - Ashley Bell 04/07/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: IV (Prayer) - Ashley Bell In this message Ash encourages us to develop a consistent, personal prayer life, likening it to digging a spiritual well. Just as digging a well requires hard work, effort and persistence to reach life-giving water, prayer requires intentionality and perseverance. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36034925

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: III (Prayer) - Ashley Bell 03/31/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: III (Prayer) - Ashley Bell This message reminds us that prayer isn’t just something we do at church—it’s about real connection with the Father. The early church in Acts 2 didn’t treat prayer like a task, but a way of life. It wasn’t about getting results, it was about a relationship with God. Prayer is how we stay close to God, hear His voice, and walk with Him daily. Every believer is invited personally into that kind of connection. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/36001940

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: II (Generosity) - Ashley Bell 03/24/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church Pt: II (Generosity) - Ashley Bell Ash encourages us to live with open hands, just like the early church who shared what they had so no one was in need. It’s not just about giving—it’s about positioning ourselves to be part of God’s movement, living out our faith through real, everyday actions. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35853055

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church - Ashley Bell 03/17/2025

Sunday | Signs Of A Healthy Church - Ashley Bell In this week’s episode, we dive into Ash's message on what makes a church truly healthy. He unpacks some key ingredients—community, spiritual growth, and devotion to God’s Word—reminding us that a thriving church isn’t just about Sunday services, but about how we live out our faith together. Each of us has a role to play in making the church a place of life and light in the community. So, let’s ask ourselves—how are we contributing to the health of our church? Let’s lean in, step up, and be the light God calls us to be! /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35722230

Sunday | Jesus Is Too Beautiful to Look Away From - Gary Bradshaw 03/10/2025

Sunday | Jesus Is Too Beautiful to Look Away From - Gary Bradshaw This week we have Gary Bradshaw visiting us from Lighthouse Church. He shares how important it is to make time to sit at the table with Jesus. He challenges us, are we so distracted with the world that we look away from Jesus? /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35603470

Sunday | Pierre Vercueil - Song of Solomon 03/03/2025

Sunday | Pierre Vercueil - Song of Solomon Pierre unpacks Song of Solomon for us. He explores the layers of meaning behind this passionate love story. Is it a metaphor for Christ and the Church? Or does it tell the tale of a woman's love for a shepherd, her true love, amid the distractions and temptations of the world, represented by the powerful King Solomon? Pierre looks at the historical context, contrasting interpretations, and the personal, intimate covenant of love depicted in this poetic narrative. He also makes it practical in how it speaks to believers today, calling us to stay true to our first love despite the allure of worldly distractions. I doubt you have heard Song of Solomon as a timeless story of love, commitment, and spiritual devotion. This is worth a listen! /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35557085

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt: V - Paul Edy 02/24/2025

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt: V - Paul Edy In a world obsessed with status and validation, Jesus flips the script—entering the city not on a warhorse, but on a humble donkey. What does it mean to lay down our own ambitions and truly serve? Paul talks about untying ourselves from false identities and stepping into a life of purpose, not for approval, but for impact. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35455190

Sunday | Gratitude - Trevor Hartley 02/17/2025

Sunday | Gratitude - Trevor Hartley Trevor Hartley discusses the concept of gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice. He emphasizes the importance of responding positively to challenges and offences as a means to deepen one’s faith and experience God’s grace. By maintaining a posture of gratitude, Trev argues that individuals can foster unity within the church and overcome spiritual obstacles. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35361530

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt IV - Ashley Bell 02/10/2025

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt IV - Ashley Bell A healthy church shows Jesus through authenticity, relying on God’s wisdom and living by the Spirit. It’s not about appearances but about real connection—prayer, faithfulness, and love. We’re called to stay true to God’s guidance, let the Holy Spirit work in us, and bring life and renewal to our community. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35220330

Vision Sunday 02/03/2025

Vision Sunday Here at NCCB we have a 100 year vision, we are called to occupy until Jesus returns. Vision Sunday is where the team on campus shares their hopes and plans for the future. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35218205

Sunday | I'm With You - Ashley Bell 01/27/2025

Sunday | I'm With You - Ashley Bell In this message, Ash talks about the importance of being servants and ambassadors of Jesus, encouraging us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices. He shares insights about humility, servant-heartedness, and being dedicated to serving our community. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35027175

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt III - Ashley Bell 01/20/2025

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt III - Ashley Bell Ash discusses the role of the church as ambassadors for Christ, emphasizing the importance of embodying Jesus' teachings through loving actions and community influence. He highlights the need for us to live out our faith authentically, align our lives with scriptural values, and actively participate in reclaiming and transforming our city. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/35027065

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt II - Ashley Bell 01/13/2025

Sunday | Being Jesus to Our City Pt II - Ashley Bell This message is centred around aligning with God's purpose for our lives, serving with love, and actively engaging in the mission of reconciliation between humanity and God. The metaphor of binoculars is used to illustrate the need for clarity and alignment in our spiritual focus, as well as a call to action for us to discover and embrace our unique roles in the church and community environment. /episode/index/show/theweekly/id/34879925

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