The Last Empire Series

Event details

  • 15/01/2022
  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Watch online or visit Croydon SDA Church, 95 Selhurst Road, South Norwood London, SE25 6LH

Discover real hope for the future amid these dark and confusing times in our 9-part sermon series from January to February 2022.

In this thrilling series, you’ll be led through some of the most misunderstood truths of Scripture—from what happens when we die, the cause of suffering, the great controversy between good and evil, the Mark of the Beast, the second coming of Christ, and much more. Join us at as we journey together into the past and see how ancient empires and modern empires of today reveal through history and ancient prophecies exciting events that are about to usher into existence The Last Empire!

WATCH ONLINE OR ATTEND IN PERSON

Morning Programme

10:00AM SABBATH SCHOOL  |  11:30AM WORSHIP SERVICE  

FEBRUARY SERIES

05 February

PART 6

Sermon Topic: Terminator: The Emperor’s Assassination

Speaker: Pastor Andrew Cudjoe

About the sermon: Is hell real? Are there really people suffering in hell now? How can you have hell & a loving God? Let’s turn to the Bible for answers to these haunting questions.

12 February

PART 7

Sermon Topic: Armageddon: The Final Empire

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: There are all sorts of ideas about Armageddon. Hollywood has had its version – 30 days to save the world from destruction by an asteroid. This is a long way from the biblical idea. What does the Bible say about this? Of what importance is Armageddon to the return of Christ?

19 February

PART 8

Sermon Topic: Imperial Citizen – New Beginning

Speaker: Elder Si-Annarah Millanaise

About the sermon: For decades, refugees and asylum seekers have been coming to the United Kingdom. They are seeking freedom and a new beginning. The Bible speaks about another country where you will experience eternal freedom. How willing are you to endure to the end and experience a new beginning and become an imperial citizen?

26 February

PART 9

Sermon Topic: Come Boldly to the Throne

Speaker: Elder Neil Nunes

About the sermon:  If we truly understood the sacrifice of who died for us and its implications, we’d forever be excited and energised by the gospel.  Find out why the call to “Come boldly before the throne”, is not just the best news but today’s most urgent message.

JANUARY SERIES

01 January

PART 1

Sermon Topic: Empire in Collision

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: The suffering of everyone raises more questions than answers. Why must ‘good’ people suffer? The Bible reveals the origin of a gigantic collision of two empires and then zeros in on the final battle in this cosmic war for global control. Join us as we use scripture to identify the cause of suffering.

 Verse: Revelation 12:9
08 January

PART 2

Sermon Topic: The Empire Beyond

Speaker: Pastor Andrew Cudjoe

About the sermon: Seeking immortality is an age-old quest, but no matter the attempts made by man, it remains elusive. God has a solution.  Discover the way to accept God’s free offer of eternal life, peace of mind, a guilt free conscience and a hope for tomorrow.

Key verse: 2 Peter 3:9

15 January

PART 3

Sermon Topic: Ghosts – The Imperial Mystery of Life After Death

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: Is death final or do we reincarnate and come back in some other form? What lessons does the Bible teach us on this topic based on the experience Lazarus in the Bible? Journey with us to find answers.

Key verse: John 11:23-26

22 January

PART 4

Sermon Topic: Showdown of the Empires

Speaker: Elder Leslene Peat-Brown

About the sermon: There is a great controversy raging between good and evil and we all have to choose a side. Elijah was a voice against false worship in the days of King Ahab. The Baal teachers of sun worship faced a drought that could not be changed. A showdown took place on Mt. Carmel where the true God was made known. Learn what it takes to be steadfast in your faith in this amazing story.

Verse: 1 Kings 18:36-37

29 January

PART 5

Sermon Topic: 666: The Emperor’s Mark

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: Over the years, raging controversies have been swirling about whether current COVID vaccine mandates could be the biblical “mark of the beast.” Pastor Royston Smith separates facts from fiction as he explains what the Holy Bible really says about “the beast” and “the mark.” 

Verse: Revelation 13:16-17

Evening Programme

Festival of Sound: Let Praises Ring | 1 January @ 7PM (GMT)

Join us for a special evening with songs of peace, joy and hope, as we let praises ring for Jesus, our King of Kings and Lord of Lords!  We’ll also be fundraising for our Food Bank.

01 January

Sermon Topic: Empire in Collision

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: The suffering of everyone raises more questions than answers. Why must ‘good’ people suffer? The Bible reveals the origin of a gigantic collision of two empires and then zeros in on the final battle in this cosmic war for global control. Join us as we use scripture to identify the cause of suffering.

 Verse: Revelation 12:9
08 January

Sermon Topic: The Empire Beyond

Speaker: Pastor Andrew Cudjoe

About the sermon: Seeking immortality is an age-old quest, but no matter the attempts made by man, it remains elusive. God has a solution.  Discover the way to accept God’s free offer of eternal life, peace of mind, a guilt free conscience and a hope for tomorrow.

Key verse: 2 Peter 3:9

15 January

Sermon Topic: Ghosts – The Imperial Mystery of Life After Death

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: Is death final or do we reincarnate and come back in some other form? What lessons does the Bible teach us on this topic based on the experience Lazarus in the Bible? Journey with us to find answers.

Key verse: John 11:23-26

22 January

Sermon Topic: Showdown of the Empires

Speaker: Elder Leslene Peat-Brown

About the sermon: There is a great controversy raging between good and evil and we all have to choose a side. Elijah was a voice against false worship in the days of King Ahab. The Baal teachers of sun worship faced a drought that could not be changed. A showdown took place on Mt. Carmel where the true God was made known. Learn what it takes to be steadfast in your faith in this amazing story.

Verse: 1 Kings 18:36-37

29 January

Sermon Topic: 666: The Emperor’s Mark

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: Over the years, raging controversies have been swirling about whether current COVID vaccine mandates could be the biblical “mark of the beast.” Pastor Royston Smith separates facts from fiction as he explains what the Holy Bible really says about “the beast” and “the mark.” 

Verse: Revelation 13:16-17

05 February

PART 6

Sermon Topic: Terminator: The Emperor’s Assassination

Speaker: Pastor Andrew Cudjoe

About the sermon: Is hell real? Are there really people suffering in hell now? How can you have hell & a loving God? Let’s turn to the Bible for answers to these haunting questions.

12 February

PART 7

Sermon Topic: Armageddon: The Final Empire

Speaker: Pastor Royston Smith

About the sermon: There are all sorts of ideas about Armageddon. Hollywood has had its version – 30 days to save the world from destruction by an asteroid. This is a long way from the biblical idea. What does the Bible say about this? Of what importance is Armageddon to the return of Christ?