City Church Cambridge: Recent Episodes
City Church Cambridge
Bible teaching from Sunday sermons, and other audio content from City Church Cambridge, UK – part of the "Relational Mission" family of churches.
series. The Bible reading is from Acts 13:1-12 (The Holy Bible, International Children's Bible ® Copyright © 1986, 1988, 1999, 2015 by Thomas Nelson).
God is Sovereign: Josh T preaches from Isaiah chapter 10 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 10:5-34 (NIV).
God is Angered: Stef preaches from Isaiah chapters 9/10 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 9:8 - 10:4 (NIV).
God is Wonderful: Simeon D preaches from Isaiah chapters 8/9 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 8:11 - 9:7 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
God is Present: Anna C preaches from Isaiah chapters 7/8 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 7:1 - 8:10 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
God is Holy: Simeon D preaches from Isaiah chapter 6 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 6 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
God is Judge: Anna C preaches from Isaiah 5 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 5 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
Matt F speaks on “A Vision for Who We Are Becoming.” The Bible reading is from Romans 8:28–30 and Galatians 5:22–23 (ESV).
God is Refiner: Simeon D preaches from Isaiah 3-4 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 3-4 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
God is Just: Anna C preaches from Isaiah 1 in our series High and Lifted Up. The Bible reading is from Isaiah 1 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
as part of the Life series. The Bible reading is from John 21:1-14 (CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
Kate M speaks on 'Knowing Living and Seeing God's Love'. The Bible reading is 1 John 4:7 - 5:4 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on 'You can know the Truth'. The Bible reading is 1 John 4:1-6 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Kate M speaks on 'Loving one another'. The Bible reading is 1 John 3:11-24 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on 'God's children'. The Bible reading is 1 John 2:28 - 3:10 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Gbenga speaks on 'Reasons for writing'. The Bible reading is 1 John 2:12-27 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on 'Faith is fellowship with the Father'. The Bible reading is 1 John 1:5 - 2:11 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on 'You can know God'. The Bible reading is 1 John 1:1-4 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Alex B, Matt F and Simeon D speak on the priorities of City Church for coming years. The Bible reading is Philippians 2:1-18 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers, Hebrews 5:12-15 (NIV), Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) and John 15:4-5 (NIV).
Jon O speaks on "Friday's Good 'cause Sunday is Coming". The Bible reading is 1 Corinthians 15:12-26, 50-58 NIV.
During the Overcoming Opposition preaching series, we were invited to submit any questions that it raised. In this podcast Simeon put these questions to Anna G, Mike F and Stef Liston.
Simeon discusses with David R on Overcoming Opposition (Deliverance). The Bible reading is Mark 5:1-20 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Anna G speaks on Overcoming Opposition (Temptation). The Bible readings are Genesis 39:6-15 ESV.
Anna G speaks on Overcoming Opposition - Stand Firm. The Bible readings are Luke 4:1-13 and Ephesians 6:10-18 NIV.
Dan G speaks on Overcoming Opposition -Schemes. The Bible reading is Genesis 3:1-13 NIV.
Simeon speaks on Overcoming Opposition. The Bible reading is Hebrews 2:5-18 CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on 1 Corinthians 15: 3-8. The Bible reading is from the CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on John 4:46-54 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from ESV.
Anna C speaks on John 4:1-45 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the NIV.
Daniel speaks on John 3:22-36 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from ESV.
Simeon speaks on John 3:1-21 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel speaks on John 2:1-12 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from ESV.
Anna C speaks on John 3:1-8 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the NIV.
Anna G speaks on "Prioritising the presence of God ". The Bible reading is from Numbers 9:15-23 (NIV)
In this talk (from our series in Haggai & Zechariah in 2023), Simeon motivates us to invest in the church community, specifically in small groups.
Daniel speaks on John 1:35-51 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the ESV.
Simeon speaks on John 1 : 19-34 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
Anna speaks on John 1:1-28 as part of the Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4. The Bible reading is from the NIV.
Daniel speaks on John 1:1-13 as part of the series Jesus' Glory Revealed from John 1-4.
Dan G speaks on "Wake Up Sleepy Church". The Bible reading is omans 13:11-14 & Ephesians 5:8-14 (NIV)
Ruth speaks on The Environment and Climate Change as part of the Changed Thinking series. Creation praises God!Psalm 8 read from the CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers.
"Arise, my beautiful one!" Matt preaches from Song of Songs 2:8–17 (NIV) on the God who bounds over the hills to reach His beloved.
Phil speaks on faith and hope from Genesis 24:1–27.Scripture reading from the CSB (Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
Jon looks at Abram and Sarai's attempts to fulfill God's promises to them about descendants.
Simeon & Alex present two different views on what the Bible teaches about the people of Israel and the land of Israel (in a slightly more structured InFormed episode than usual!) In this podcast, we stick to questions of Biblical interpretation rather than getting into history, politics, etc., so nothing we say should be seen as a comment on specific current or past geopolitical events. Whatever view we hold, our attitude towards all people in the Middle East should be one of love, compassion when they are suffering, and a desire that they find salvation in Christ.Scripture quotations from the NIV.
Simeon & Alex present two different views on what the Bible teaches about the people of Israel and the land of Israel (in a slightly more structured InFormed episode than usual!) In this podcast, we stick to questions of Biblical interpretation rather than getting into history, politics, etc., so nothing we say should be seen as a comment on specific current or past geopolitical events. Whatever view we hold, our attitude towards all people in the Middle East should be one of love, compassion when they are suffering, and a desire that they find salvation in Christ.Scripture quotations from the NIV.
Kit takes a look at what we can learn and apply to our own prayer life from how the psalmist prays in Psalm 138.
Simeon speaks on our second psalm, Psalm 25, and the place of confession of sin in our prayer lives.
Phil C encourages us to consider how our interactions with technology can teach us about what's important to us.
Nowadays we take it for granted that compassion is a virtue. We have learned that good people do not “walk on by” when they see needs around them. But our belief in compassion is not obvious, natural or universal, it has come from Jesus and the revolution he brought.
Daniel kicks off our biblical overview of the Holy Spirit by looking at the whole of the Old Testament!
Daniel finishes off our teaching-focus on the Holy Spirit by looking at 1 Corinthians 12:4-6.
"With great honour comes great responsibility" Sam explores how Jesus has attained the honours of a King and a Priest. And what our inheritance of these from Him means for how we should live.
(Zechariah 6)
Norman talks about tuning in to the Spirit in your daily life.
The video used can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0z9Mg8zLnc
Simeon uses Acts 4 to help set our expectations for what life with the Holy Spirit is like.
Simeon takes a look at the kindness and comfort God brings to those He shows mercy to. (Zechariah 1)
Simeon kicks off a new series by looking at what Haggai 1 has to say about priorities.Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
Our next preaching series, God's Place, is taken from the books of Haggai and Zechariah. In this introductory podcast, some of the preaching team (Simeon, Anna and Sam) talk about the historical setting and characters and message of this less familiar part of the Bible.Bible quotations from the NIV (Anna), NKJV (Sam) and CSB © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers(Simeon).
Simeon looks at what the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9 tells us about King Jesus, and how this points us towards some aspects of the meaning of the cross: righteousness, victory and humility.Zechariah 9:9-10 + Matthew 21:1-11
Ginny visits from City Church, Sheffield to look at Hebrews 11: how the Israelites carried a reminder of Joseph with them, and how we, similarly, carry a reminder of Jesus with us.
Stef visits from Revelation Church, London to help us think wisely about the culture around us in order to reach people for Jesus.Acts 17:16-34Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated into any other language.
Matt F looks at Jesus' interaction with the demon-possessed man (and a herd of pigs). Luke 8:26-39
"Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, But righteousness delivers from death." - Proverbs 11:4 (NIV)Daniel takes a look at what is meant by "the day of wrath", and what impact that might have on how you steward your resources.
Many people believe that evolutionary science undermines important aspects of the Christian faith. Science, it is claimed, has explained God away, and belief in the Bible is incompatible with modern understanding. In this talk, we’ll take hold of those thorny questions that cause scientists to dismiss the Bible and see why many people see no conflict between Christianity and Darwin’s revolutionary theory.-----Matt is a PhD student in the Divinity Faculty at the University of Cambridge. His thesis considers the implications of evolutionary theory for the Christian understanding of the soul and its creation. He’s also an associate lecturer at Ridley Hall, Cambridge. He didn’t grow up as a Christian and had very little interest in science until his conversion during university. He hadn’t expected that becoming a believer would spark a personal intellectual revolution, but it did, and since then, he has been known to get very excited about general relativity, mycorrhizal networks, and cultural evolution.
Science has become so loaded with cultural baggage, it’s easy to feel that it’s incompatible with belief in God. The reality is that science – as taught in our schools and universities – is not just compatible with, but can enhance, the experience of faith. Dr Ruth has a background in genetics and developmental biology, and is now Church Engagement Director at the Faraday Institute for Science and Religion. She is also a writer, a theology student and an explorer of the Cambridgeshire waterways by paddleboard.
Anna takes a look at the battle we're in and the armour of God that we should continually be clothing ourselves with.
How do we respond to the teaching in Ephesians? (Ephesians 5:17-20 and Colossians 3:16)
Simeon takes a look at how to approach parts of the Bible that Christians have debates about, with a specific look at wives & husbands in Ephesians 5.
"If it isn't right, bring it into the light".Daniel preaches from Ephesians 5:1-21.Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated into any other language.
Mike Betts (part of the leadership team of Relational Mission) visits and teaches on unity and maturity from Ephesians 4:1-16.Scripture reading is taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
Daniel talks about how the Holy Spirit is a seal, guaranteeing our future inheritance (Ephesians 1:13-14. 2:18-22, 4:30)Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated into any other language.
Simeon looks at the different covenants God's made with His people and what Jeremiah has to say in chapter 31 about the New Covenant.
Simeon takes a look at Jeremiah 30:1-31:26 and how God's deep compassion leads to our radiant joy.
Simeon and Alex talk about money and generosity: theological foundations, giving to the church, and whether Christians should expect God to make them rich.
Simeon quotes from the ESV, and Alex from the NIV.
Simeon and Alex talk about money and generosity: theological foundations, giving to the church, and whether Christians should expect God to make them rich.
Simeon quotes from the ESV, and Alex from the NIV.
Simeon chats about the importance of the Bible to us as Christians and as a church, and why we can trust that it is inspired by God.
Simeon chats about the importance of the Bible to us as Christians and as a church, and why we can trust that it is inspired by God.
Nick explores how mental health can affect a person's wellbeing and behaviour and how Jesus can help.
The slides might be helpful, here's a link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OmZ8YX8pCl9faaFgTzSgLGIfENkf5ikE/view?usp=sharing
Simeon talks to Dan Hayter (Life Church Peterborough) about what they think Jesus meant by "the Kingdom of God". Is it "now and not yet"? Is it our job to extend it? Is there a difference between kingdom work and evangelism?
Simeon and Dan Hayter (Life Church Peterborough) talk about what they think Jesus meant by "the Kingdom of God". Is it "now and not yet"? Is it our job to extend it? Is there a difference between kingdom work and evangelism? When did/will the Son of Man come in judgement?
Phil takes a look at what Psalm 98 teaches us about why and how we rejoice, and also explores why we sing.
A special one-off edition of InConvo to introduce the Rejoice preaching series. Phil C and Simeon chat about what rejoicing looks like, why it's essential, and what it would mean for City Church to grow in it. They also tackle questions around emotional manipulation and music, and whether it's OK to have theology without rejoicing or rejoicing without theology....
Daniel takes a look at when Jesus tells the disciples "Let the little children come to me" (Matthew 19:13-15)
Daniel takes a look at the current situation and the hope we have, using Hebrews 12:22-29 as his Bible passage.
Miriam takes a look at Matthew 18 and Jesus telling the disciples to be like a little child.
Simeon and Matt M chew over this less well-known passage of Matthew about a temple, a tax and a fish.
Angela and Simeon talk about a dramatic passage of Matthew which encourages us to expect God to move mountains!
Kit takes a look at God's command to the disciples to listen to Jesus. (Matthew 17:1-20)
Having been preparing to preach on this very detail-rich passage about a truly awesome moment, Simeon and Kit sweep the cutting room floor for gems they won't necessarily fit into their sermons! Mountains, Moses, Elijah, divine Sonship, John the Baptist, and more....
Scripture quotations from the CSB (Simeon; Kit quoting Matthew) and ESV.
Simeon talks about our next passage in Matthew with Vlada, who's part of our RM family of churches and based in Niš, Serbia. He'll be preaching on the passage at the evening service on 30th January. (We also find out how to pronounce his surname and what hair he wants his resurrection body to have.)
Ahead of Daniel's standalone sermon on Sunday 23rd, he and Simeon chat about the Great Commission in Matthew 28, as well as who Matthew might have been and the pros and cons of different Bible translations. Also Easter Eggs.
Simeon takes a look at the events in Matthew 15 and what it means that Jesus is the Son of David.
Daniel and Simeon walk through some of the things going on in Matthew 16:1–20, and try to tease out the differences between the Pharisees, Sadducees and scribes, and talk about what Peter (and Matthew) might have meant by calling Jesus the Son of God. Scripture reading from the CSB.
Simeon and Daniel introduce the gospel according to Matthew, introduce this term's teaching series, and talk about what Matthew is showing us about Jesus' identity in our first two passages. They particularly try to get their heads round Jesus' puzzling interaction with a desperate "Canaanite" mother in Matthew 15:21-28.
In the first sermon in this term's series, "Matthew: See and follow Jesus", Miriam talks about the account of Jesus walking on the water in Matthew 14:22–36.
Simeon talks to Luke S, Mandy O and Matthew W about Luke & Beth's move to Peterborough, plans for services next term and the re-starting of Citykids groups...as well as the privilege and challenge of sending people (including you?!) to serve God elsewhere.
More homegrown songs at https://soundcloud.com/city-songs
Simeon talks to Heather W, Jon O and Matt M about our future hope. Is it all about "going to heaven"? What is a resurrection body? And how does any of that affect how we live now?
Rev 21 quoted from the NIV and 2 Tim 4 from the CSB (Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers).
Simeon gets Matt F to share his wisdom on why forgiveness of sins is in the creed, what sin is, and what forgiveness means to him.
What are the "holy catholic Church" and "the communion of saints"? What difference does it make if we believe that we are part of them? Simeon talks to Daniel G, Joe O & Matt F about the Church and the Kingdom, differences between churches, learning from Christians from the past, loving one another....
The gospel makes the Church possible; the church makes the gospel visible.
Bible quotations from the Christian Standard Bible. Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers
Anna G, Dan & Ian discuss with Simeon some of their thinking about and experiences of the Holy Spirit.
Bible quotations from the NIV.
Stuart talks about introducing people to Jesus. (Bear with the sound quality; it improves 30sec in.)
Guest speaker Jaz talks about the importance of a life that introduces people to Jesus.
Why did Jesus go back to Heaven? What is the theological significance of it? Simeon talks to Phil C & Heather W about the ascension of Jesus as well as His second coming to judge.
The book Phil recommended in relation to God's judgement: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/The_Skeletons_in_God_s_Closet/rO20AwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0
Recommended! Anna G, Emma & Lex chat to Simeon about naturally telling people about Jesus in the course of everyday life and relationships: stories, suggestions, encouragements (and some laughs).
Lex has offered to chat further with people who'd like to think these things through more, so get in touch with her if that's you.
The book Emma recommended: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/God_Space/Q-9kPgAACAAJ?hl=en
More homegrown songs: https://soundcloud.com/city-songs
Bible quotations from the NIV.
Should Christians prioritise caring for the environment? How should our faith shape the way we think about the big issues facing us in the natural world? Ruth Bancewicz, James Hutchison and Simeon Dry share their theological and scientific insights.
Should Christians prioritise caring for the environment? How should our faith shape the way we think about the big issues facing us in the natural world? Ruth Bancewicz, James Hutchison and Simeon Dry share their theological and scientific insights.
Simeon and Daniel talk about the hugely important event that is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. (Includes quotations from the CSB & NIV.)
Matt F takes a look at the next section of The Apostles' Creed: "I believe in Jesus Christ, His only son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate".
Simeon and James D have a conversation about Luke 23, the death of Christ and how to read the gospels. Quotations from the NIV.
Philippians 2:7 says that Jesus “emptied Himself”. So was He just an ordinary human? Just like us? Simeon chats to Matt Fell about how we should read what Philippians 2 says about the theology of the incarnation, where we could go wrong, and why it matters. (From the archive.)
Jon takes a look at Acts 17, where the Apostle Paul tells the Athenians all about the almighty, creator God.
Simeon chats to Heather, Jon and Ruth about God's awe-inspiring creation and how it should draw us to the worship of God Himself rather than the things He has made.
Joe introduces The Apostles' Creed and takes a look at what God the Father is like.
(This is the recording from Thursday evening)
Simeon chats with Joe, Matt and Daniel about this precious doctrine and introduces the new series.
Daniel discusses the return to in-person services with Mandy (Citykids leader), Matt (father of young kids) and Poppy (fairly cautious).
Simeon and Luke give an overview of how the whole Bible fits together, and discuss the presence of God as an example of a theme running throughout Scripture. (Quotations from ESV.)
Simeon and Luke talk about how the whole Bible fits together, with the presence of God as an example of a theme that runs throughout Scripture.
Anna asks Daniel why he laughs so much, when did he learn to read and what was it like coming to England in 1989?
Daniel and Phil chat about playing squash four times a week, sibling rivalry and getting stuck in at church.
Isla and Daniel discuss a life-changing accident, growing up with posh cars and doing church life on a smaller scale.
Daniel and Emily talk about going to Uni in lockdown, accidentally trekking in the mountains, and life on a YWAM base.
Daniel and Dave talk about whiskey, the oldest continually working printing press in the world and moving from childhood faith to adult faith.
Daniel and Kasia talk about life in a communist country, the privilege of large families, finding faith in a Pentecostal summer camp, and living through Brexit as a Polish person in Britain.
Daniel and Jon look at a sometimes misunderstood passage. What does it mean that the letter kills and the Spirit brings life?
Simeon continues to discuss the Trinity with Matt Fell, asking him a difficult question about the relationship of the Son to the Father (specifically, the debate about Eternal Functional Subordination – which they explain in the podcast!)
In light of the recent announcements about service plans for the summer and autumn, Daniel takes a look at 1 Peter 4:7-11.
For more about the plans, see: www.citychurchcambridge.org.uk/summer-autumn
Daniel and Mark talk about worship music, jazz, Scottish outdoor centres and finding your way after losing it a little bit.
Daniel, Mandy and Luke talk through the new services available from September. How are people feeling about restrictions easing? Will my children need to be silent? Which service is Mandy going to?!
Simeon discusses the hugely important doctrine of the Trinity with Matt Fell. (Part 2 next week)
Daniel and Nina talk about short pencils, cross-cultural marriages, and (warning!) butchering deer.
Daniel, Matt, and Angela talk about ministering in humility, but with confidence and power. They also think about fruitfulness in every decade of our lives.
Daniel and Mark talk about the inventor's shed, speaking in spiritual languages, his deep desire to see more people healed and Arsenal fans lifting a car off his dad in a heroic rescue.
Daniel, Angela and Matthew discuss 2 Corinthians 2:12-16. Who was Titus? What's a triumph? And how do you know when to walk through an open door and when not to?
Simeon chats to Daniel and Anna Goodman about the pros and cons of different types of Bible translation, and they explain why they have serious concerns about The Passion Translation®.
Simeon chats to Daniel and Anna Goodman about the pros and cons of different types of Bible translation, and they explain why they have serious concerns about The Passion Translation®.
Matthew talks about Paul's love for the Corinthian church and how that works in practice. He also talks about the importance of forgiving well.
Bee talks about the giraffe on the back lawn (almost), WeightWatchers and coming to terms with having British children. (Daniel talks about Cadbury's Astros!)
Daniel chats to Matthew and Angela about parenting, apostolic ministry and leading by example. (2 Corinthians 1:23-2:11)
Joe encourages us, as we walk through the changes of life, to ask ourselves one question: will this help or hinder me to love God and to love my neighbour?
James talks about collapsing at the London Marathon, streaking the 18th hole at St Andrew's and he tries to explain why has a weightlifting gnome on his desk.
Dan Gould, Daniel Goodman and Simeon Dry discuss whether God having a plan for your life is a biblical idea, ideas around free will and the sovereignty of God, and how to make decisions.
Dan Gould, Daniel Goodman and Simeon Dry discuss whether God having a plan for your life is a biblical idea, ideas around free will and the sovereignty of God, and how to make decisions.
In which Daniel and Katie discuss proper coffee, the Comrades Ultra Marathon, and diminished social capacity.
Tri-unity. Unity in diversity. Love before life.
In this episode Daniel and Miriam discuss the mind-blowing doctrine of the Trinity, among other things. 2 Corinthians 1:21-22.
If you want to hear Miriam rap, this is the episode for you! (We also talk about 2 Corinthians 1 'Yes and Amen')
Simeon chats to Ruth Bancewicz about science and faith: why they're not in conflict, what a Biblical view of science is, and good and bad ways to think about science when living through a pandemic.
Simeon chats to Ruth Bancewicz about science and faith: why they're not in conflict, what a Biblical view of science is, and good and bad ways to think about science when living through a pandemic.
To hug or not to hug? In this special edition of VOTC Daniel and Joe break with the traditional format to take some time to simply discuss some of the issues we, as a church, will face as we come out of lock-down and begin to re-engage with each other and church life.
Daniel and Miriam reflect on 2 Corinthians 1:12-18 in which Paul addresses his reason for not visiting and urges the church to trust God's timing.
Stuart takes a look at what Paul has to say about the power of prayer, accompanying it with stories from real life.
For more on the Dunkirk story, see: https://canonjjohn.com/2017/07/17/national-day-of-prayer-during-dunkirk-1940/
Daniel talks to Luke about why tennis balls are fuzzy, whether PlayStations are better than X-Boxes and what it would be like to fight a duck-sized horse.
Simeon chats to Mike Betts about revival, the transformation of society and personal encounters with God.
For more from Mike, check out the Relational Mission podcast: https://www.relationalmission.org/podcast
Simeon chats to Mike Betts about revival, the transformation of society and personal encounters with God.
For more from Mike, check out the Relational Mission podcast: https://www.relationalmission.org/podcast
Stuart talks about peril, hope and the need to stay informed (from 2 Corinthians 1:8-10a)
Daniel and Emily talk about putting flavouring on crisps, the drummer's experience of church and student romances!
Luke and Stuart chat to Daniel about a passage in which Paul makes himself incredibly vulnerable – speaking with real honesty about great hardship, but never losing sight of hope.
Stuart uses examples from around the globe to explain how Christians can be a comfort to one another and to the whole church.
Daniel and Stuart sit back and listen to Matt masterfully paint a picture of what was going on in 2 Corinthians as we continue this new series. Were there other letters? Is 2 Corinthians actually two letters? Why does God comfort us and how?
Simeon chats to Mike Betts, an apostle in Relational Mission, about apostles: Were they just for New Testament times? What do they do?
Simeon chats to Mike Betts, an apostle in Relational Mission, about apostles: Were they just for New Testament times? What do they do?
Stuart takes a look at the first few verses of 2 Corinthians and at how we can be a comfort to those around us.
Daniel introduces us to the context of 2 Corinthians. Where does it fit in the Bible, and what's the city that Paul's writing to like?
Daniel used visual aids, so if you want to see those then watch the video instead: https://vimeo.com/542084425 They aren't strictly necessary to understand what he's saying – the audio contains the same information – but they may enhance your experience!
Last week's preacher opens up about losing her father, being the only Indian family in their school and what a joy it has been to minister as an evangelist.
The first of a brand new series of "InConvo", which will take us through 2 Corinthians in an informal and conversational style, kicks off with Kit, Daniel, and Stuart reflecting on the opening verses.
Visiting speaker, Jaz, takes a look at a group of friends who lowered their pal through a roof to meet Jesus. (Mark 2)
Daniel and Anna chat to Carol about karaoke classics, octopus friends, and family heartache.
Daniel, Kit and Matt reflect on the sometimes intimidating subject of prayer ahead of our Week of Prayer.
Free from the Law, but not free to do as we like...what does Christian freedom look like? Simeon chats to Mike Frisby about the Old Testament Law, the Holy Spirit and the Christian life.
Free from the Law, but not free to do as we like...what does Christian freedom look like? Simeon chats to Mike Frisby about the Old Testament Law, the Holy Spirit and the Christian life.
Samir reminds us to not just rest in what we've always done, but to explore what different opportunities God might be calling us to.
Jon's sermon from Good Friday's service – what do the Easter events mean for us?
To watch the video version of the poem from the middle of the sermon, visit this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qShsio3O6MY
Daniel and Kit discuss the life of Isaac, a man who knew great favour from God, including wealth, power, a wife and miraculous children – through all this blessing he came to fear the Lord.
Jesus' incarnation, death & resurrection result in amazing benefits for God's people...but what can we say about how that "works"? Simeon discusses models of the atonement with Joe Ogborn and Dan Hayter (of Life Church Peterborough).
Jesus' incarnation, death & resurrection result in amazing benefits for God's people...but what can we say about how that "works"? Simeon discusses models of the atonement with Joe Ogborn and Dan Hayter (of Life Church Peterborough).
Rebecca reads Ephesians 2:1-13 and then Jon offers some thoughts on what it can teach us.
Daniel talks to Emily about First Communion, depression, her heart for women who have experienced abuse and walking into Hillsong at her lowest ebb.
Daniel and Kit discuss this wonderful doctrine, now being taught at the Sunday evening services.
Daniel talks to Samir in Delhi. Samir leads a church that's part of the "Commission" network and has planted three churches since he became a Christian. Samir talks about serving the poor, crossing cultures, and his recent experience of apostolic advance
Daniel, Dan and Kit talk about trips to heaven, thorns in the side and jumping off roofs!
Daniel talks to Sonja in Serbia about finding out she was pregnant 10 days after her husband (Vlada!) had left to join the army, about being moved to tears about the plight of a nation and about dogs who snore through your Zoom calls.
Daniel, Kit and Heather talk about Lazarus in this latest episode. Why did Jesus delay? Why did He talk about light and night? Why did He return when He knew He was a wanted man?
Dan takes a look at an encounter between Jesus, a demon-possessed man and a herd of pigs.
Fi talks to Daniel about playing with Barbie dolls with the daughters of famous preachers, the merits of various cakes, and Dane Ortlund's 'Gentle and Lowly' amongst other things... all set to the tune of school children playing in the background.
Why do 2000 pigs rush into the water and drown? What is significant about the term 'Legion' and why did Jesus sometimes tell people not to tell others what he had done, but not here? Dan, Daniel, and Kit discuss this week's "Story from the Storm" – The Gerasene Man.
Simeon chats to Claire Williams (from the Relational Mission church in Maidstone)about the place of human experience in theology and what we can learn from other traditions about spiritual formation.
Simeon chats to Claire Williams (from the Relational Mission church in Maidstone)about the place of human experience in theology and what we can learn from other traditions about spiritual formation.
In a change from the usual "Voices of the church" episodes, here's an interview that Matt Beaney (of Community Church, Putney) did with Terry Virgo on prayer. Terry talks about prayer, worship, Bible reading, tongues, etc, etc! He is such a man of prayer!
(shared with permission)
Kit, Daniel and Heather are joined by a very special guest: John Wilthew (who's an expert on the book of John) to talk about John 4 – an absolute feast of helpful background information on this wonderful story.
We're read the story of Jonah (abridged from the NLT) and then Daniel explores the story in more depth.
Laura talks about all the famous churches she has been to, how she and her boyfriend attended the Alpha Course and what it feels like to move to a new city and a new church.
Daniel, Joe and Kit talk about Jonah going west when God told him to go east, Dagon the fish-god of Nineveh, and how Jesus used 'the sign of Jonah' to point to a gospel that is available to all nations.
Victor reads Hosea 1:2-9 and 3:1-2. Daniel then talks to us about the story of Hosea, and what that means for us today.
Daniel asks Beth about Cornish holidays, nursing in a pandemic, and enjoying LEAD, even online!
Daniel is joined by Mike, Anna, and Kit to talk about this Minor Prophet who married an unfaithful woman – even buying her out of debt to restore their marriage. A picture of God's faithfulness to us, his unfaithful people.
Heather looks at the story of Esther.
This sermon was accompanied by finger-puppets, so if you instead want the full experience, watch the video here: https://vimeo.com/510188272
Daniel tests Poppy to see if she can tell her verse from her bridge, her serif from her sans-serif, and her cake from her salad!
Heather, this week's preacher, is joined by Matt, Luke, and Daniel to discuss the only book in the Bible that doesn't mention God... Esther!
Simeon chats to Matt Fell and Emily Dry about the doctrine of God – in particular, why the idea that God suffers with us might not be as biblical or as comforting as we might think.
Simeon chats to Matt Fell and Emily Dry about the doctrine of God – in particular, why the idea that God suffers with us might not be as biblical or as comforting as we might think.
Daniel asks Chris questions like "How do you milk a cow?", "How do you seem to know so many people in Cambridge?" and "What tips have you got for homeschooling parents?"
In which Daniel, Anna and Kit talk about the covenantal kindness of God (and David) and how we are all invited to a place at the table. (And what was Mephibosheth's name, really?)
Daniel and Heather are joined by a very special guest, Andy McCullough.
Andy is the author of 'Global Humility: attitudes for mission'. He has lived in the Middle East and has a concern to remind us that the Bible is a Middle Eastern book. Having chosen Ruth as his Master's subject, Andy has thought long and hard about the issues the book raises. He is well worth listening to.
How do we know what God is saying to us in the Bible? What do we do about cultural differences between us and the writers? How can we understand different genres properly? Simeon and Daniel talk about interpreting the Bible.
How do we know what God is saying to us in the Bible? What do we do about cultural differences between us and the writers? How can we understand different genres properly? Simeon and Daniel talk about interpreting the Bible.
This week's preacher, Heather, joins Daniel and Luke to discuss the story of Rahab – a woman of faith facing the storm of military invasion.
In this new podcast series to help us know and understand God together, Simeon discusses a classic – and important – theological question with Daniel. (Full length version.)
This new podcast series to help us know and understand God together will feature short versions of the discussions as well as the full-length podcasts. In this one, Simeon discusses a classic – and important – theological question with Daniel.
Daniel starts our new series by taking a look at Hagar, the challenges she faced, and the faithfulness and kindness of God shown through her life.
Delirious? Jars of Clay? Switchfoot? and of course Shaun the Sheep. Anna joins Daniel to reflect on the big influences in her life.
What's more painful: childbirth or being stung by a stingray? What's teaching like in a pandemic? Daniel and Debbie discuss these and other important questions.
In a new twist on an old format, Dale and Daniel trade questions in an effort to establish once and for all, who was better Oasis or Blur? Other (arguably less interesting?) topics are also covered!
Jess and Daniel talk about how much pizza is eaten in the US every year, her love of old worship songs and what it has felt like to host Sunday services on Zoom.
Daniel and Johan discuss weight loss, academia, Bible translations and ask: "Is there such a thing as too much sugar on a bun?"
Daniel finally gets to chat to Mercy! They chat about family, different cultures and events this year.
Daniel and Philippe talk about returning to France to face a one-year prison sentence, living in a community and the early days of working with David Coak.
Denise and Daniel talk about growing up poor, romance with Mike, and her love of reading the old testament.
Daniel and Christine chat about cross-cultural marriage, not having children and the smell of art school.
Russell and Daniel talk about time spent alone, learning to live with your phone and Stockport County FC, as well as church planting in Ely.
Simeon answers random questions from a set of 'mindfulness cards', reflects on life as a teacher and tells us what he has learned from his mum.
Daniel and Sarah chat about starting a charity at university, going to Hawaii and Uganda with YWAM, the early days of City Church, and an indoor BBQ!
Daniel and Abi chat about being part of the Ely church plant, and the trials of hot weather and pregnancy
From a tractor cab, Leon talks to Daniel about BBQs vs braais, a memorable and life-changing Alpha at Bill's and looking after ostriches.
Daniel and Serena talk about Chinese Malaysian heritage, a compelling vision of church, and life as a church planter in Cambodia.
Stuart and Daniel chat about living in Pakistan, stories of a fruitful university mission week, and speaking at the local mosque.
Mike and Daniel chat about going to school with someone now famous, being behind the scenes of the launch of Barclaycard, and a powerful encounter with God.
Daniel and Matt talk about working with the homeless, trying to escape from Christians in Nepal and his Ph.D. supervisor giving him a book called 'How to write a sentence'.
Angelina and Daniel talk about the pros and cons of reading instructions, feeling bad about asking for sugar in your coffee, race and reading.
Miriam and Daniel talk about Dr Martin Lloyd Jones coming for tea, being a carer at school, the Navigators, Memory verses, and there's a side-splitting story about Miriam's early experiences of the internet!
Dot and Daniel talk about welding, basketball, the importance of community and the impact of recent events.
Tune in for: a taste of South Africa, chat about bereavement and about evangelism, bucketloads of encouragement, and controversial opinions about pizza.
Find out: what it was like growing up in Honduras, Nepal and Barbados, the challenges of becoming a mother and how Anna turned herself orange!
Tamsin and Daniel discuss manholes, prayer, mental health, and the parallels between cookery and science. Tamsin also tells a seriously cool story about trains.
Daniel learns the ingredients of the perfect roast and Pauline confesses to realising she wasn't a Christian whilst serving as a Billy Graham counsellor... plus plenty of other chat about sport, money, marriage and life as a widow.
Find out who's been delivering cream teas, what it means to be a scientist and a Christian, and why water was hard to find in London.
What did Izzy do to win a pound? Why did she sleep in a mosquito net but not a tent? Is brie really like a lollipop?
Adam and Daniel talk about the student years, the challenges of being a paramedic, and toasted sandwiches!
What does it feel like to live with a freelancer? How to parent when your teen is away from God. Why did she leave New Zealand? (And what happened when Dan spilled a bucket of maggots in the car!)