On Sunday, 17 March 2019, less that 48 hours after the horrific attack in two Christchurch Mosques resulting in the massacre of 50 people created in the image of God, I preached this sermon as part of this . Today, 22 March 2019 when marking one week since this evil attack, New Zealand’s media outlets (online, TV, radio) will broadcast the Islamic “Call… Read more →
Joe Fleener
Lover of Christ & His Gospel, Husband to Mandy, Father to three wonderful children, & Servant to the Local Church. Joe earned a Master of Divinity degree from Calvary Baptist Theological Seminary in 2003, completed his Masters of Theology courses in 2005 and moved to New Zealand with his family in 2006. Joe has served as a Bible College lecturer and “lay preacher” (churches, camps, conferences, etc.) in the US and New Zealand. In addition, Joe has taught courses for Bible Colleges in South Africa, Romania, Ukraine, and Australia. From 2010 to 2014, Joe served as the Associate Pastor at Howick Baptist Church in Auckland. Since August 2014, he has been privileged to serve as Pastor of Rolleston Baptist Church. Joe also serves in the following ministry roles here in New Zealand: Steering Committee, Stand for the Gospel | Coordinator, TIM Training Course | Board Member, Gospel Training Trust | Adjunct Lecturer, Grace Theological College. Finally I serve as a trainer for BibleWorks. Infrequently, Joe blogs on his personal blog where you can learn a lot more about him and his family over the years.
The Goodness of God in the Face of Evil
Perhaps like me, you are numb… O God we come to you for mercy… The events which have occurred over the last several hours in Christchurch are unprecedented. New Zealand has been attacked. This is an act of horrendous evil. Our country will be forever changed. I remember 9/11 like it was yesterday. I have not felt the numbness I… Read more →
2019 Stand for the Gospel Conference
9:30 Bible Class – New Series – The Whole Christ
During the School Terms at 9:30am on Sunday mornings we hold our Children’s Sunday School as well as a seperate Bible Class for everyone else. The aim during this 9:30 Bible Class has been to study and discuss together topics from Scripture that we may not have opportunity to discuss in other settings and at a time when the children… Read more →
2018: Combined Canterbury Reformed Baptist Camp
2-5 Feb. 2018 Our Annual Church Camp combined with Grace Baptist of Christchurch and Covenant Grace Baptist of Timaru is always an event not to be missed. It is a long weekend of great teaching, fellowship, food and fun! You can follow the camp FaceBook Page for more details and updates. You can register either online via a Google Doc… Read more →
Jesus is Greater: A Study in Hebrews
This Sunday (18 June 2017) we will begin a new sermon series at Rolleston Baptist Church – “Jesus is Greater: A Study in Hebrews”. Here are some items which should be helpful for those desiring to prepare themselves for this series by becoming a bit more familiar with the book of Hebrews: Ryan Ferguson reciting the book of Hebrews… Read more →
2017 Reading Plans as You Plan to Read
I hope your planning to read in 2017. Specifically, I hope you are planning to read your Bible and good theology in 2017. From my experience, most people won’t do either without a plan. Here are some helpful plans for you Bible reading: Bible Reading Plan for Shirkers and Slackers Professor Grant Horners Bible Reading System The Discipleship Journal Reading… Read more →
Carols by the Clocktower
FRBCNZ – Roving Classroom – Ethics – Rolleston – A Great Day!
Yesterday (Saturday, 18 June 2016) we had the privilege to host a one-day course on Ethics. We had nearly 70 people attend and spent nearly 7 hours thinking carefully about God’s Word and how it applies to our lives and our culture today. I am especially grateful for all those from Rolleston Baptist Church (and others) who served in a… Read more →
Deuteronomy – Intensely Practical
A helpful summary, giving expression to why I am thankful for the opportunity to preach through Deuteronomy at this time. It is an immensely practical book, speaking loudly into our age. “The ‘framework’ of this book [Deuteronomy] (chapters 1-11 and 27-34) makes it plain that there is an important dynamic element in living as the people of God. Walking… Read more →