Bon Accord Free Church - Sermons: Ben Traynor

The Same but Better

Ben Traynor — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100

The Same but Better

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th June 2026

Passages:

John 14:15-27
John 16:1-15

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The Same but Better John 14:15-27; 16:1-15

Take heart, the Helper... ... continues Jesus’ ministry (14:16; 25-27; 16:1-15) ... dwells in us (14:17-24)

The Promised Holy Spirit

Ben Traynor — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100

The Promised Holy Spirit

Series: The Holy Spirit

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th June 2026

Passage: Acts 2:14-41

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The Promised Holy Spirit Acts 2:14-41

The promised Holy Spirit has been poured out and he … … empowers our witness: go and tell … tells us the time: repent and believe

Meet Your Maker

Ben Traynor — Sun, 31 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100

Meet Your Maker

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Morning

Date: 31st May 2026

Passage: Exodus 19:21-20:21

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Meet Your Maker Matthew 22:34-40

Saviour (20:1-2) ... so trust him
Covenant Maker (20:3-17) ... so obey him
Holy (19:21-25; 20:18-21) ... so draw near to him through a mediator

King and Shepherd

Ben Traynor — Sun, 10 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100

King and Shepherd

Series: Zechariah

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Evening

Date: 10th May 2026

Passage: Zechariah 9:9-10:12

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King and Shepherd Zechariah 9:9-10:12

The LORD will deliver his people... (i) By defeating our enemies, making us safe, all through the King (chp 9) ... so rejoice

(ii) By punishing false shepherds, gathering us in, all through the Shepherd (chp 10) ... so be strong in the LORD

What the Tomb Tells Us

Ben Traynor — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100

What the Tomb Tells Us

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Evening

Date: 5th April 2026

Passage: Matthew 27:57-28:15

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What the Tomb Tells Us Matthew 27:57-28:15

The sealed tomb (27:57-62): … Jesus died and was buried … devotion and opposition

The empty tomb (28:1-15): … Jesus rose from the grave … worship and opposition

So:

Expect opposition to the risen Lord Jesus
Worship the risen Lord Jesus

‘Nothing but the Blood’

Ben Traynor — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

‘Nothing but the Blood’

Series: Exodus

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd March 2026

Passage: Exodus 12:14-42

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‘Nothing but the Blood’ Exodus 12:14-42

Remember the salvation God have given... ... through the blood of a lamb (vv1-13; 21-27) ... bringing deliverance for worship (vv14-20; 28-42)

'The Cross and the Heart'

Ben Traynor — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

'The Cross and the Heart'

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Evening

Date: 15th February 2026

Passage: Matthew 26:1-16

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The cross and the heart Matthew 26:1-16

The cross and the high priest’s heart

The cross and the disciples’ heart

‘Return to me, and I will return to you’

Ben Traynor — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000

‘Return to me, and I will return to you’

Series: Zechariah

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Sunday Evening

Date: 11th January 2026

Passage: Zechariah 1:1-6

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‘Return to me, and I will return to you’ Zechariah 1:1-6

God calls us to turn from sin and to him

God will always welcome all who turn to him

The Nicene Creed: ‘the only begotten Son of God’

Ben Traynor — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

The Nicene Creed: ‘the only begotten Son of God’

Series: Nicene Creed

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 21st December 2025

Passage: John 5:1-29

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The Nicene Creed: ‘the only begotten Son of God’ John 5:1-29

... Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of his Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father...

So:

Listen to him and believe (v24)

The End of the Age

Ben Traynor — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The End of the Age

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 30th November 2025

Passage: Matthew 24:1-35

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The End of the Age Matthew 24:1-35

the disciples' questions: when and what are the signs? (v1-3)

When will it arrive: a. Not when the temple is judged (v15-22; 32-34) b .But in a worldwide judgment on the last day (v29-31)

What are the signs... a. Not the labour pains of suffering and gospel advance (v4-14) b. But the coming of Son of Man on the clouds (v30)

How, then, shall we live? a. Not alarmed or lead astray (v6; 23-24) b. But composed and sure of victory (v14; 31)

The Faith of Jacob

Ben Traynor — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

The Faith of Jacob

Series: Genesis 12-50: The Promise

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 23rd November 2025

Passage: Genesis 48:17-49:28

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The Faith of Jacob Genesis 48:17 – 49:28

Remember the God of our faith

Remember the promises of God a. To give us a land (place) b. To send the Lion-King of Judah (ruler) c. To make Joseph a fruitful bow (a prospering people)

Blessings in a Foreign Land

Ben Traynor — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Blessings in a Foreign Land

Series: Genesis 12-50: The Promise

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 2nd November 2025

Passage: Genesis 46:28-47:28

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Blessings in a Foreign Land Genesis 46:28-47:28

God’s presence

God’s provision

God’s prospering

The King's Heart Revealed

Ben Traynor — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000

The King's Heart Revealed

Series: Genesis 12-50: The Promise

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 26th October 2025

Passages:

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The King's Heart Revealed Genesis 44:14-45:11, 25-28

A test reveals transformation (44:1-34)

Transformation leads to reconciliation (45:1-4; 12-15)

Reconciliation rests upon providence (45:5-8)

Providence works blessing (45:9-11; 16-28)

Citizens for the City

Ben Traynor — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0100

Citizens for the City

Series: Nehemiah

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 12th October 2025

Passage: Nehemiah 7:1-73

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Citizens for the City Nehemiah 7

Citizens saved by Jesus

Citizens preserved by Jesus

Citizens called to worship Jesus

Reforming the (Living) Wall

Ben Traynor — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0100

Reforming the (Living) Wall

Series: Nehemiah

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 7th September 2025

Passage: Nehemiah 3:1-32

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Reforming the (Living) Wall Nehemiah 3

Opposition, not universal approval

Humility, not pride

Unity, not division

Character, not competence.

God’s glory, not my own.

How to spot a false teacher

Ben Traynor — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0100

How to spot a false teacher

Series: Titus

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 3rd August 2025

Passage: Titus 1:10-16

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How to spot a false teacher Titus 1:10-16

How to spot a false teacher:

Their words (v10)
Their motives (v11-15)
Their actions (v16)

On the Cross: Cancelled Debt

Ben Traynor — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0100

On the Cross: Cancelled Debt

Series: On the Cross

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 27th July 2025

Passage: Colossians 2:6-15

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On the Cross: Cancelled Debt Colossians 2:6-15

Our debt (v13-14)

Christ cancelled our debt (v14)

... so, In Him, we are forgiven and made alive (v13) b. Do not fear (v15) a. Do not be taken captive (v.8-12; 16)

Truth Leading to Godliness

Ben Traynor — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0100

Truth Leading to Godliness

Series: Titus

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 20th July 2025

Passage: Titus 1:1-4

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Truth Leading to Godliness Titus 1:1-4

What is the truth? (v1-4)

How can we be sure of the truth? (v3)

On the Cross: Redemption

Ben Traynor — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0100

On the Cross: Redemption

Series: On the Cross

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 20th July 2025

Passage: Galatians 3:1-14

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On the Cross: Redemption Galatians 3:1-14

On the cross, Christ redeemed us, ... from the curse of the law (v10-13) ... by becoming a curse (v13) ... that we would receive a right standing with God (v14)

Singing in the Storm

Ben Traynor — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:00:00 +0100

Singing in the Storm

Series: The Lord Reigns: Psalm 90-100

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 25th May 2025

Passage: Psalm 94:1-23

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Singing in the Storm

When opposed for following Jesus, have confidence in God our King, for...

... he will bring justice (v1-11; 15; 23)

... he is always with us (v12-14)

... he is our constant help (v16-22)

‘O Worship the King’

Ben Traynor — Sun, 18 May 2025 18:00:00 +0100

‘O Worship the King’

Series: The Lord Reigns: Psalm 90-100

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 18th May 2025

Passage: Psalm 93:1-5

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‘O Worship the King’ Psalm 93

Because God reigns and has established the earth... (v1-2) ... he is mightier than every threat (v3-4) ... we can confidently live by his word (v5)

Inheriting Eternal Life

Ben Traynor — Sun, 04 May 2025 11:00:00 +0100

Inheriting Eternal Life

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 4th May 2025

Passage: Matthew 19:13-30

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Inheriting Eternal Life Matthew 19:13-30

Who inherits eternal life? (v 13-15) a. Those who depend on Jesus

Who does not inherit eternal life? (v 16-24) a. Those who depend on themselves

... so trust Jesus alone and receive eternal life (v 25-30)

Not Causing Offence

Ben Traynor — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Not Causing Offence

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 23rd March 2025

Passage: Matthew 17:24-27

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Not Causing Offence Matthew 17:24-27

Jesus is God’s Son...

... so, as adopted sons we too have freedom ... but are called, like Jesus, to forsake it for the gospel

Cross before Crown

Ben Traynor — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Cross before Crown

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 2nd March 2025

Passage: Matthew 16:21-28

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Cross before Crown Matthew 16:21-28

Christ's cross before his crown (v21-23; 27-28)

A disciple's cross before their crown... (v24-27) a) ...so, deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Jesus

A Prayer for Power

Ben Traynor — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

A Prayer for Power

Series: Ephesians: The Wonderful Everyday

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 2nd March 2025

Passage: Ephesians 3:14-21

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A Prayer for Power Ephesians 3:14-21

Remember, that we might pray (v14-15)

Pray, that we might grow… (v16-19) …by being strengthened with power from God… so, we desire more of Jesus so, that we grasp his plan for the church so, that we grasp the love of Christ

Grow, that we might glorify (v20-21)

Christ and His Church

Ben Traynor — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Christ and His Church

Series: Matthew: A King for the World to Bow To

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 23rd February 2025

Passage: Matthew 16:13-20

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Christ and His Church Matthew 16:13-20

Who is Jesus?

What is Jesus doing?

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow

Ben Traynor — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow

Series: Ephesians: The Wonderful Everyday

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 26th January 2025

Passage: Ephesians 1:1-14

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Praise God, from whom all blessings flow Ephesians 1:1-14

3 blessings: Chosen by the Father (v4-6; 11-12); Redeemed by the Son (7-10); Sealed by the Spirit (v13-14)

2 questions: (i) How do we receive them? In Him (ii) Why do they come? His will.

response: Praise God, from whom all blessings flow

The Great Day of the LORD

Ben Traynor — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 18:00:00 +0000

The Great Day of the LORD

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 22nd December 2024

Passage: Malachi 3:13-4:6

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The Great Day of the LORD Malachi 3:13-4:6

The world as we see it today (3:13-16): a. The wicked are ‘blessed’ and the righteous suffer b. Response: Is serving God ‘worthless’ or ‘wonderful’?

The world as it will be on the Day of the LORD (3:17-4:3): a. The wicked suffer eternal judgment b. The righteous experience eternal blessing c. Response: Are we ready for the Day of the LORD?

As we wait for the Day of the LORD (4:5-6): a. Listen to and obey God’s Word

A Life of (un)Repentance

Ben Traynor — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 18:00:00 +0000

A Life of (un)Repentance

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 8th December 2024

Passage: Malachi 3:6-12

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A Life of (un)Repentance Malachi 3:6-12

A Life of Repentance:

Turns to God, for he is faithful to forgive

Trusts and obeys God, for he loves to bless. a. Why should I give my money? b. How should I give my money?

Conclusion: ‘Love so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all.’

(un)Just Justice

Ben Traynor — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 18:00:00 +0000

(un)Just Justice

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 1st December 2024

Passage: Malachi 2:17-3:5

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(un)Just Justice Malachi 2:17-3:5

The People’s Complaint: “Where is the God of Justice?” (2:17)

God’s Answer: Justice is Coming (3:1-5)

Application: So are you ready for Christmas?

(un)Faithful Marriage

Ben Traynor — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

(un)Faithful Marriage

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 24th November 2024

Passage: Malachi 2:10-16

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(un)Faithful Marriage Malachi 2:10-16

Called to be faithful because we belong to God (v.10)

Called to be faithful by obeying God’s design for marriage a. Do not marry an unbeliever (Love for Jesus is central) (v.11-12) b. Do not divorce (without biblical grounds) (v.13-16)

God's (un)Faithful Teacher

Ben Traynor — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

God's (un)Faithful Teacher

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 10th November 2024

(un)Worthy Worship

Ben Traynor — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

(un)Worthy Worship

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 3rd November 2024

Passage: Malachi 1:6-14

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(un)Worthy Worship Malachi 1:6-14

What’s the root? Forgetting who God is (v2; v6)

What are the symptoms? a. Actions: Scorning Sacrifice (v7-8) b. Attitudes: Weariful worship (v12-14)

How does God respond? ‘Close the Churches!’ (v10)

How should we respond? a. Repent (v9) b. Remember (v11; v14) c. Worship

God's Love for His People

Ben Traynor — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0000

God's Love for His People

Series: Malachi: Faithful

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 27th October 2024

Passage: Malachi 1:1-5

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God's Love for His People Malachi 1:1-5

God’s love declared

God’s love doubted

God’s love demonstrated a. He chose us b. He defeats our enemies

A Fellowship Meal at God's Table

Ben Traynor — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0100

A Fellowship Meal at God's Table

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 6th October 2024

Passage: Leviticus 3:1-17

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A Fellowship Meal at God’s Table Leviticus 3

How do we come? Through a perfect saving substitute

Why do we come? Out of joyful response

Who do we come with? God and His people

The Syntax of Sacrifice: Atonement

Ben Traynor — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0100

The Syntax of Sacrifice: Atonement

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 5th October 2024

Passage: Leviticus 1:1-17

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The Syntax of Sacrifice: Atonement (Communion Preparatory Service) Leviticus 1

How can we come near to God?

Only, by God’s gracious invitation

through the costly sacrifice

of a perfect substitute who makes atonement for our sin

Jesus is Coming – How can I be sure?

Ben Traynor — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 18:00:00 +0100

Jesus is Coming – How can I be sure?

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 21st July 2024

Passage: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Jesus is Coming – How then shall I live?

Ben Traynor — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0100

Jesus is Coming – How then shall I live?

Preacher: Ben Traynor

Date: 21st July 2024

Passage: 2 Peter 1:1-15