Freedom Church (Leeds): Recent Episodes
Freedom Church
We are a church that welcomes everyone. A church that reveals and demonstrates the relentless love of God!
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We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way.
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way.
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
We hope that this message (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you. This is the start of a series, Cultivate, focusing on discipleship. Mark & Kathi Kelly share their thoughts on this topic in an honest conversational way..
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that this service (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you.
This week’s message is going to be a little different as we bring you an edited version of a video Zoom call that we organised with Ian Rossol (leader at All Nations Church, Leicester) and members of Freedom Church. If you’re a member of Freedom Church listening to this and you were on the call why not think of this as another opportunity to take in what was said, and if you couldn’t make the call, consider yourself blessed that you’re not going to miss out!
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that this service (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that this service (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that this service (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that this service (recorded originally for our YouTube channel: youtube.com/freedomchurchleeds) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Today’s message has a focus on Fathers and our speaker is Paul Manwaring (www.paulmanwaring.com). We’re sure you’ll find the sermon uplifting, encouraging, practical and down to earth.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
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Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
In the sermon today, Mark Kelly brings us the second part of his mini series exploring two more ways in which satan tries to divide and conquer.
This series was helped by a Bible plan focused on unity which itself was inspired by the book: ‘Oneness Embraced’ by Tony Evans (https://amzn.to/37q3Tql)
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
In the sermon today, Mark Kelly will touch upon the issue of racism and the news around George Floyd but mainly explore deeper the question of unity and how the Church should be setting an example when it comes how we work and fellowship together regardless of ethnicity. This the first of a two part series.
For more information on how we might challenge racism, we have found this link to helpful resources: https://www.compasspoint.org/blog/15-tools-and-resources-challenge-racism
(Note that we haven’t vetted every link available on this webpage.)
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service (from 11am) is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service is an encouragement and a help to you.
Please get in touch: hello@myfreedom.church or visit our website for more info: www.myfreedom.church
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service is an encouragement and a help to you in these unusual times.
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
This is our Easter Sunday service and today we celebrate the risen Christ! We hope this service encourages and blesses you. If you would like to connect with us and say hello, then please email us at hello@myfreedom.church.
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.”
Let your Prayer Focus be your family, friends, workplace, study and neighbourhood communities. Be specific and name individuals before the Lord. Ask Him what He is doing in their lives during this season and how you can partner with Him in this. Give your concerns for your own health to Him too. Psalm 91:4 reminds us that “His massive arms are wrapped around you, protecting you. You can run under his covering of majesty and hide. His arms of faithfulness are a shield keeping you from harm.”
As lockdown continues don’t get weary of doing good! Let’s carry on being be the hands and feet of Jesus, looking out for practical ways to help anyone living on their own, the elderly or the vulnerable. Keep in contact. Pick up the phone or use video calling so that they can see a friendly face. Observe the social-distancing rules but could you offer to help with shopping, collecting prescriptions, and, if it’s appropriate, pray for people? Point people to the Freedom Church website and social media channels for encouragement and connection.
Let your Worship Focus be: The Lord bless you and keep you.
𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘺 𝘒𝘢𝘳𝘪 𝘑𝘰𝘣𝘦
1 Timothy 2:1-2 “I urge then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.”
Let your Prayer Focus be for our Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, currently ill in hospital with Coronavirus, and for other MPs and leaders in the same position. Pray for healing and restoration of their strength and energy. Ask for peace and comfort for their families.
Pray for all those in Government, national and regional leaders, public health officers, and the Civil Service.
If you’re able, let specific people in these positions know that you are praying for them. Many of them have social media feeds. It’s not very British and it’s not very fashionable but be out there with your encouragement!
Let your Worship focus be: “God is rich in mercy and He is slow to anger, His name is great and His heart is kind.”
𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 10,000 Reason 𝘣𝘺 Matt Redman
Isaiah 40:11 “He tends his flock like a shepherd. he gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart, he gently leads those that have young.” Let your Prayer Focus be towards women who are pregnant, especially any who might be experiencing complications or those about to give birth. Name anyone you know in this situation before the Lord and ask for His protection for them and to free them from fear and anxiety. COVID-19 restrictions mean that most women will not be able to follow their previously arranged birthing plan or even have their birthing partner with them during labour. Pray for peace for them and that they are able to draw additional comfort and strength from the midwives and other professionals supporting them. Ask God to help all the staff at this time, that they will have even more stamina, patience and grace than usual as they care for mothers and babies during the pandemic. Pray for protection from the virus for pregnant women on antenatal wards and for mothers and newborn babies on postnatal wards and those recovering at home. As you pray for the midwives, nurses, health visitors and doctors. Name any of them you know before the Lord. If you personally know a midwife or health professional why not send an encouraging card to them or put together a small care package of treats they can enjoy when off-duty. Just be sure to observe the social distancing rules and leave it on their doorstep! Let your Worship focus be that your joy is found in the Lord! 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: ‘𝘕𝘰 𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘔𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘑𝘦𝘴𝘶𝘴’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Psalm 72:12-14 “For He will deliver the needy who cry out, the afflicted who have no one to help. He will take pity on the weak and the needy and save them from death. He will rescue them from oppression and violence for precious is their blood in His sight.” Let your Prayer Focus be towards the most vulnerable communities and those working to help and support them during this pandemic. Pray for homeless people who can quite often have additional physical and mental health problems. Pray for social workers and those in charities in and around Leeds like The Crypt, The Lighthouse and Caring for Life who are offering extra support at this time. Pray for refugees and asylum seekers, many of them are already traumatised by situations they have fled in their own countries. Pray for Christians working for Solace and similar agencies who are offering counselling and care via digital media during the COVID-19 outbreak. Ask God to help the many migrant workers who have been laid off work but can’t go home. Some have fallen into poverty and homelessness. Pray for people working for Social Services, Department for Employment and other public services trying to quickly get emergency financial help out. Pray for the many volunteers working in Food Banks who are trying hard to keep up with the increased need for their help from those who are struggling financially. May they give out love, hope and encouragement along with the food. There are also thousands of international students in the UK who can’t go home and who are worried about their own families overseas. Pray for local churches, student groups and organisations who minister to them. Organisations like the International Students Club within our Leeds based Universities, UCCF and Friends International. The next time you’re out shopping why not buy an extra non-perishable item or two and put it in the food bank collection box which you’ll find at many supermarkets. Let your Worship Focus be to cry out a Hallelujah to Jesus recognising that He has overcome the world! 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: ‘𝘝𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳’𝘴 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘦 𝘡𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘩 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Let your Prayer Focus be on people working in the background to provide vital healthcare equipment and services in the fight against Coronavirus. Thank God for their knowledge, skills and commitment at this vital time. Pray for tech companies, laboratory scientists and technicians working to produce quickly great numbers of tests for Coronavirus. Pray for good communication and coordination of these services, so that tests are efficiently placed where there is priority and need. Pray for the protection and safety of those handling these test kits. Dare to pray for miraculous breakthroughs within scientific research and development at this time. Scientific research is a slow methodical process. But we need God-accelerated supernatural help for those scientists who are working on new treatments for Coronavirus and on a vaccine that will protect humans against it. No vaccines against viruses of this type currently exist so ask our Creator God to graciously reveal divinely inspired solutions. Also, ask for God’s help for engineers in different industries and universities who are working to develop and produce the ventilators and other equipment our hospitals urgently need. Pray for craftspeople working in clothing manufacture to produce the hospital gowns, masks and other protective equipment needed by front line workers. In all these areas pray for those who are coordinating and managing production and distribution, so that items will get to where they are needed without hold-ups. Ask for all of God’s people working in these industries that they may know His grace and favour in order to do their job well, to lead, and to support their fellow workers. Finally, pray for our health data scientists across the country who are carefully collating and analysing patient data about COVID-19 in order to help doctors and public health officers quickly understand, manage and lessen the effects of this disease. Think of anyone you might know personally working in these areas and send them a message of support and prayer. Let your Worship Focus be that which declares to God: “Your Name is Power, Your Name is Healing” 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: ‘𝘐 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘑𝘦𝘴𝘶𝘴’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘦 𝘡𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘩 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Welcome to Freedom Church and our online community. We hope that today's service is an encouragement and a help to you in these unusual times. Today we’ll be talking about why Palm Sunday is regarded as something to celebrate by many Christians around the world.
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Psalm 40:11 “You, oh Lord, will not withhold your compassion from me. Your loving kindness and your truth will continually preserve me.” Let your Prayer Focus be to pray for our continuing mental health and well-being. Say thank-you to God that He has given us all who believe the gift of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that God will never give us the spirit of fear, instead He gives us the Holy Spirit with mighty power, love and self-control. Thank Him that He preserves our minds day by day. Ask the Lord to show us wisdom regarding the Coronavirus about what is a wise amount of news to consume and ask Him to help us have the strength of character to switch off when we need to. Pray for those isolated at home alone, that they will receive comfort and encouragement from others and from our Heavenly Father. Ask Him to strengthen any front-line workers you know who are battling mental and physical tiredness. And also those that might be facing staff shortages and unfamiliar working conditions. Finally, ask Father God to birth new and creative thoughts and ideas in our minds. Ask Him for stories, poems, songs and pictures that will stimulate us, banish any lethargy and boredom and encourage us with His hope and goodness. Practise meditating in the Word of God for 10-15 minutes. It displaces fear and other negative thoughts. Do this by focusing in on reading a short Bible passage, just take a few verses and read them through three times. The first time read to get a general sense of what the passage is about. The second time make a note of any key words or phrases that jump out at you. The final time ask Holy Spirit “What are You particularly saying to me through these words or phrases?” Reflect on anything you may need to do as a result. Let your Worship Focus be that if the stars were made to worship God then so will I! 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 𝘚𝘰 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘐 (𝟷𝟶𝟶 𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘟) 𝘣𝘺 𝘏𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Let your Prayer Focus be to pray for our police service and armed forces, including all the community service officers and civilian support staff who work with them. Ask God to bless their work in keeping our country safe and secure. Many forces are operating with far fewer staff than normal as their people are either self isolating or are sick themselves. Pray for health and stamina for everyone still working. Both military and police officers have been asked to do duties outside their normal scope, such as supporting the NHS, transporting essential supplies and securing sensitive sites around our country. Please pray for their leaders as they work with Government and other agencies to plan and manage these duties. Emergency laws to manage the COVID-19 outbreak have been put action so also pray for peace and social order to be maintained in calm and wise ways by the police. Lord Jesus, in your Name we come against those spirits of darkness who would seek to stir up any social unrest at this time. We ask that you will be merciful to us as a country. Forgive us for our sins and heal our land. Send your angels on assignment to fight for us. We especially pray for those young people who feel frustrated and at a loose end during this lockdown. Lord we pray that you will supernaturally reveal yourself to thousands of young people at this time. Send dreams and visions. Let the words of truth and love that have been sown into their lives over many past years bear fruit now. We dare to pray that this season will cause a permanent downturn in immorality, gang activity and drug crime. That many will break free and that we will see a revival of faith and hope especially in our cities. Get in touch and encourage any individual members of the police and military forces that you might know. Let them know that we are thinking of them and praying for them. Let our Worship Focus be: God, you are good. 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: ‘𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘈𝘴𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘺 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Joshua 1:9 “I command you - be strong and very courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” Let your Prayer Focus be to pray for the children and young people that you know. Name them before Father God and thank Him for the gift of them - for their lives, their energy, their gifts and for their futures. This is most likely a challenging time of adjustment with the usual routines of school, college, friends and learning being set aside. Pray for the children of key workers still going into school and for their teachers and helpers seeking to create a positive and secure learning environment for them. Ask Holy Spirit to protect the health of these key workers and to guide and help other teachers as they are seeking to provide online lessons and possibly pastoral support. Pray for young people who might well have difficult questions about what is happening during this pandemic, with legitimate fears and anxieties about their future - especially those due to take examinations this summer. Ask God to give parents and careers increased levels of patience and empathy. Ask for wisdom also, as they talk things through with young people, helping to support good mental health and wellbeing. Let’s pray for an unprecedented move of God in our nation to bring thousands of young people into a life changing relationship with Him. Ask God to empower children’s and youth workers who are keeping in touch and caring by whatever means they can. Pray for the work of organisations in Leeds such as Kidz Klub, Space, Leeds Faith in Schools and Missional Generation. Pray also for many other similar organisations nationally, who are reaching out and working hard to give extra support to children, young people and youth workers at this time. Action: If appropriate, keep in touch! Let children and young people know you are thinking of them and praying for them. With parental and carers permission if needed, why not post cards or little gifts through the letterbox or get them delivered by mail. Do you know any single parents? They especially might need your support and encouragement. What could you do to help? Let your Worship Focus be: Our God is with us, He will never leave us 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: ‘𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘎𝘰𝘥 𝘐𝘴 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘜𝘴’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘙𝘪𝘵𝘢 𝘚𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Philippians 1:18-19 “And I will continue to rejoice, knowing that the lavish supply of the Sprit of Jesus, the Anointed One, and your intercession for me will bring about my deliverance.” Let your Prayer Focus be to intercede like never before for our brothers and sisters living and working in developing countries, especially where people are facing deprivation, such as refugee camps and settlements, townships and other places where people are living in very close quarters. Social distancing and isolation are not options here. Pray for frontline health, social and community workers in these communities. They have very difficult, dangerous and challenging work to do during this health emergency. Pray for the resources of the Church worldwide to be mobilised. For buildings, land, equipment, food and medicines to be released to the poor where they are most needed. Pray for Christians living in both these countries and internationally to gain the ear and favour of those in authority, power and wealth in order to bless those in great need. Ask God for a supernatural change in the season. That this pandemic will supernaturally recede and that humanitarian disasters will not overwhelm Africa, southern America and south east Asia as well as the many refugee camps and communities in Syria, Turkey, Greece and Italy. God who was able to part the Red Sea, who was able to tear the Temple veil in two, who was able to raise King Jesus from the dead is still on the throne. Our merciful God has not abandoned His creation, His Earth, His people. And through us all, as we pray, the people of the Earth will be blessed. Action: Why not research and find out about Christian individuals and organisations working into these situations we’ve just prayed about. Let them know that you are praying for them. Give what extra you are able to support their work at this difficult time. If you can, email your MP and ask them to raise this with appropriate ministers who are able to lobby for suitable strategies and increased support into agencies working into refugee, townships, slums and similar situations. 𝘓𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘍𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘣𝘦: 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘎𝘰𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳. (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Welcome to Freedom Church and to our online community. We hope that today’s service is an encouragement and a help in these hard times.
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. 1 Corinthians 12:26-27 “...whatever happens to one happens to all. If one suffers everyone suffers. If one is honoured everyone rejoices. You are the body of the Anointed One and each of you is a unique and vital part of it.” Let your Prayer Focus to hold up our brothers and sisters around the world that are also facing this pandemic. Name those you know before the Lord and declare His love, protection and peace over them. Pray for their families, work, testimony and influence in their communities and nations. Pray for revival and the work of the Kingdom of God to accelerate greatly in this season. That’s worth repeating. Get in touch and let others know you are praying for them. Why not consider financially supporting overseas ministries where the current crisis is creating urgent needs. Let your Worship Focus be: “I’ve seen You move, come move the mountains, and I believe I’ll see You do it again. Your promise still stands, Great is Your faithfulness.” 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: ‘𝘋𝘰 𝘐𝘵 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. Philippians 4:6-7 “Be anxious about nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Let your Prayer focus be for those who are in social isolation because they are in a vulnerable group, such as elderly people in care and nursing homes, severely disabled children and those with underlying diseases who have to stay away from others. Give thanks for, and ask God, to help all those caring for them in homes and in the community and for relatives unable to visit at the moment. Send an encouraging note or card to let people know they are not forgotten while they cannot have physical visitors. Some residents and patients in care homes and hospitals may not have access to a mobile device, so using snail mail might be the best alternative! Let your Worship Focus be: Today let’s declare our trust in God for the vulnerable; let’s ‘Raise a hallelujah in the presence of our enemies’. 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: ‘𝘙𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘈 𝘏𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘭𝘶𝘫𝘢𝘩’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘢 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘦𝘳 (𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤) (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God.
Philippians 4:6-7 “Don’t fret or worry, instead of worrying pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the centre of your life.”
Let your Prayer Focus be for those in businesses of all sizes seeking to manage all the personnel, financial and logistical challenges they are facing. Pray for workers being laid off, freelancers and those on zero hours contracts who may be facing very challenging circumstances. Pray for warehousing staff, hauliers and delivery drivers working extra hard to supply shops and homes with goods at this time.
Shop locally, or online with independent sellers if you can in order to provide much needed business at this time. Support food banks, breakfast clubs and other church and community schemes that help feed those in need. Let those working in business know you are praying for them. Do what you can personally for those in need, let the church know of anyone who is really struggling.
Let your Worship Focus be: “Oh God you have done great things, you’ve been faithful through every storm, you will be faithful for evermore.”
𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: ‘𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴’ 𝘣𝘺 𝘗𝘩𝘪𝘭 𝘞𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘮
Let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. Ephesians 2:14 “For He Himself is our peace.” Let your Prayer Focus be giving thanks to God for the commitment, service and bravery of our first responders and emergency service workers. Intercede today for our police, ambulance and fire services, for NHS 111, the World Health Organisation and other critical response agencies. Pray for protection, health and strength for them. Let’s agree together for a miracle of #grace in our nation, that no service area will be overwhelmed by a shortage of people or resources and that peace will prevail. Send personal #encouragements to those you know who work in these fields. Post positive and supportive comments on organisations’ social media pages. Let your #Worship Focus be: He is “the Way Maker, Miracle Worker, Promise Keeper, Light in the darkness.” 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨: 𝘞𝘢𝘺 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩 (Presented by @markdkelly75 & @kckelly and presented by @mommapat55)
Welcome to our first online only service. Be encouraged.
(Music taken from iSingWorship - all rights reserved. www.isingworship.org/streaming)
Let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. Psalm 46:1-2 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present and well-proved help in times of trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change” And verse 10: “be still, and recognise and understand that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations! I will be exalted in the earth!” Let you Prayer Focus be for our medical and healthcare professionals, for doctors, nurses, and all those involved in frontline patient care. Pray also for hospital support staff and for care workers serving in our communities. Pray for laboratory staff and all those scientists involved in collecting, modelling and analysing the data concerning this virus, including the World Health Organisation. Pray for hospital leaders, practice managers and care administrators seeking to deploy resources as best possible. Praise God for them. May He protect their health and give them all grace and strength in a time of very heavy workload and high public anxiety. We may not have all the answers, but we are connected to the One who does. Encourage individuals that you know who are working in these fields. Let them know that we are praying for them. Let your Worship Focus be: Show us your glory, show us your power, we want to see you open up the floodgates, a mighty river flowing from your heart. 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘜𝘱 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 (Presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
1 Timothy 2:1-2 “I urge then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.”
What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. Let’s also “fight with Scripture for the victory that Jesus has already purchased.” (Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, Redding)
Let your Prayer Focus be for our Government, national and regional leaders, public health officers, and the Civil Service. There are difficult decisions to be made and complex plans to be developed and implemented in a rapidly unfolding scenario. Pray for unity, wisdom, stamina and strength for Parliament and our local authorities. Pray that our four nations will respond constructively to those in leadership. Pray for those that are influential in our society, such as the royal family and other celebrities that they too might hear God for themselves and be a voice and a force for good.
If you’re able, let specific people in these positions know that you are praying for them. Many of them have social media feeds. It’s not very British and it’s not very fashionable but be out there with your encouragement!
Let your Worship focus be: “God is rich in mercy and He is slow to anger, His name is great and His heart is kind.”
𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 10,000 Reason 𝘣𝘺 Matt Redman
(This prayer devotional is presented by Mark Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.”
Today, let’s lift our eyes and ears away from the wall-to-wall media coverage of the virus and let conscious acts of thanksgiving, praise and prayer, re-focus, strengthen and refresh us! What comes in through our eyes and ears is so important. To counter fear, anxiety and mistrust let’s be those who turn first to God. Let’s also “fight with Scripture for the victory that Jesus has already purchased.” (Bill Johnson)
Let your Prayer Focus be your family, friends, workplace, study and neighbourhood communities. Be specific and name individuals before the Lord. Ask Him what He is doing in their lives during this season and how you can partner with Him in this. Give your concerns for your own #health to Him too. Remember that “His massive arms are wrapped around you, protecting you. You can run under his covering of majesty and hide. His arms of faithfulness are a shield keeping you from harm.” Psalm 91:4
We have an amazing opportunity to serve and bless others in the current circumstances. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus, looking out for practical ways in which we can help others who may be self-isolating, elderly or vulnerable. Offer to do things like, picking up shopping, collecting prescriptions, and if it’s appropriate offer to pray for people.
Let your Worship Focus be: The Lord bless you and keep you.
𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘺 𝘒𝘢𝘳𝘪 𝘑𝘰𝘣𝘦
(This prayer devotional is presented by Mark & Kathi Kelly and written by Patricia Gray)
Using the present reality of the COVID-19 epidemic, Mark Kelly gives us some suggestions and directions to help us work through worry and anxiety, not only around the issue we’re currently facing, but our lives in general.
As God’s faithful people we are on a journey to fulfil the plans He has for us. In this sermon, David Lavery encourages us not to settle on the way but to keep moving forward towards what God has shown and promised us.
Darrell Tunningley brings a very challenging message about reaching out to those who don’t yet know Jesus.
Jesus died for us to bring change and renewal into our lives and into the life of his church. Let’s make it our prayer, “Lord, change our hearts to go where you are leading us”. A Christian life should be a life of regular change - a willingness to change direction, to adapt, or even create change.
The truth of who we are is ultimately found in Jesus Christ. We are only complete when we are at one with Him, in a deeply profound and life changing relationship. In fact, we can only fully realise our potential in that divine connection.
Truth is fundamental to our faith. Knowing we have a bedrock of truth, and that we’re not swaying to and fro in the wind with the next trendy spiritual idea, is what encourages our faith.
After a little pause over the last 4 weeks, Stu Allan kicks off our adventure through Colossians once again.
Geoff Newton brings a sermon with a message full of love and acceptance... and a happy God!
Life is like running a marathon! The start of something is fun, exciting and we’re full of enthusiasm for the journey ahead. But it takes faithfulness to stay the course and cross the finish line. Living faithfully comes as a result of the work of the Holy Spirit in us and as a response to our relationship with the One who is faithful.
John Casey shares a story of love by opening up more verses from the book of Colossians.
When we accept the salvation call of Jesus, it’s not just about guaranteeing our place in a heavenly realm, but it’s really about the here and now and the dismissing of the rulership of satan and the demonic and accepting the rule and reign of Christ over our lives from the moment we say yes to Him.
Stu Allan continues our journey through the Word of God by starting an exciting adventure exploring Colossians, verse by verse!
Mark Kelly begins our journey through the Bible by offering up practical ways in which we can engage with it.
This is a message of absolute assurance in the goodness of God, and that despite the circumstances, indeed because of the circumstances, we can overcome every obstacle.
Mark Kelly confesses to a recent event that didn’t leave a good impression, but one that he learned from. In this talk he applies that lesson to how we read Scripture and how we think of others.
The character of God is a tower of strength, for the lovers of God delight to run into his heart and be exalted on high. The rich, in their conceit, imagine that their wealth is enough to protect them. It becomes their confidence in a day of trouble. (Proverbs 18:10-11)
Fasting is actually feasting. It’s not suffering for sufferings sake, it’s passing up the appetisers and salads for the main course if you like. It’s always an opportunity to know God and know His will.
As children of God we have permission to dream with God - “...on Earth as it is in Heaven.”
Stu Allan brings us his second sermon concerning worship and suggests it is more about the will than the goosebumps!
Working through verses in Song of Songs, Stu Allan brings us a wonderful word about worship.
The story of Easter provides hope to the hopeless and light to those living in darkness.
But how do we know that it’s historically accurate to believe in the resurrection of Jesus? How do we know this whole thing wasn’t made up?
Stu Allan shares a message where he challenges us, as believers, to ask whether we view truly God as number one above all else in our lives
Gary Bentley brings us a challenging, but truthful message about eternal life, healing, and ... hell!
Mark Kelly walks us through My ChurchSuite, a system to help us do life together, better!
For sons and daughters of God there should be no separation between the natural and supernatural. In this sermon Kathi Kelly looks at verses In John 4 to see how Jesus lived a naturally supernatural life!
Mark Kelly (along with input from Kathi Kelly and Stuart Allan) introduces Discipleship Triplets to Freedom Church with very practical ideas and ways that everyone can get involved. (Apologies for the sound quality, we had to use the sound from the camera rather than the sound desk for this one.)
In this message, Mark Kelly unfolds our overall vision statement: We are a church that welcomes the unchurched. A church that reveals and demonstrates the relentless love of God.
Mark Kelly brings a message very much directed at Freedom Church as he speaks about our future. He encourages us to think about our destiny and the legacy we are building. This is a significant season of change for us!
Mark Kelly brings a message very much directed at Freedom Church as he speaks about our future. He encourages us to think about our destiny and the legacy we are building. This is a significant season of change for us!
God’s peace can fill us and rule within us even when we are surrounded by death and evil. God’s presence and peace can pierce even dark and painful surroundings and circumstances, including any war or any emotional valley we find ourselves in.
Geoff Newton encourages us to discover the hope we have in Jesus and to become all that we believe we can be through Him.
Stu Allan encourages us to reach up and become lightning rods for the power of Holy Spirit!
What kind of 'garden' are we cultivating in our minds? Is it blooming and bearing fruit, or is it overcome with weeds and brambles? The mind is a battlefield for good and evil. If good is to win and God to have His way then our minds must be constantly transformed by His Word and the revelation of His Spirit (Romans 12:2)
How much of our evangelistic endeavours should rely on not what we do, but on what Holy Spirit does through us?
We hope you are encouraged, inspired and challenged by our talks.
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If we take the time to study His Word, to pray, to learn about who He is, and to worship Him, we would begin to experience His love and love Him in return. Let’s choose to “love the Lord our God with all our heart, with all our soul, and with all our mind. And let us love our neighbour as ourselves.”
When we’re talking discipleship of someone who follows Christ we’re talking about a potential lifelong commitment. When we come to faith in Christ and receive His salvation, it's the beginning. Receiving Christ may be a high point, but it really is just the start!
Ian Rossol brings us a word based around Psalm 18.
(The audio has an unwanted echo effect which lasts until about five minutes in. Apologies and please stick with it!)
The Psalms offer a 3D map pointing us to Jesus as God’s ultimate answer to all of life’s big questions and mysteries.
In this first of three sermons examining prayer and the Psalms, Patricia Gray teaches us that through prayer we grow closer to God, hear His voice more clearly, and function better.
We must protect the integrity of the message while still adapting how we present it to our culture.
What is it that God has spoken to you about being or doing in this present season where you need to take a step out in faith and take the initiative so that you bring glory to God and make His name known?
As Christians, we should be highly committed to the growth and well-being of the people we are serving, people whom we call family. But we should most especially be committed to Jesus the Christ.
Gary Bentley brings a word based around the story of Jesus being tempted, rather tested, in the wilderness from Matthew chapter 4.
Our value is shown in how we work well together as a team, in how we help to build up the Church so that it looks and acts more like Jesus.
In the world of paid work, we can calculate the value of an employee by working out how much money they help the business generate. It sounds cold, but generally, that's the point of being in business - to make money. How do you place a figure on someone who serves for nothing? How are we able to perceive value in what we do for free?
God has given us a comfort that is greater than anything culture, other religions, or our own preferences and desires can provide.
The Church is made up of people we might not always get along with or even agree with - but that's something God can use. Despite our differences, the Holy Spirit unites us and works in our hearts and communities for our good and for His glory!
We should expect uncomfortableness because the crucifixion and what Jesus did on the cross is at the very centre of our faith. We should look to Jesus as an example of how to deny ourselves and take up our crosses, for it is in His work that we find true comfort.
Rather than attempting to find our dream church, we should embrace the uncomfortable and difficult parts of the Christian life – a life that by default means we are connected to people, and people can be awkward, and in some cases downright peculiar!
We warmly welcome home for a brief visit, Steve & Lynn Blackah who lead a church in Paris. In this message, Steve talks about faith healing and the activation of this gift.
Mark Kelly erects some figurative scaffolding to show how we as a church will build ourselves up in courage so we can step out bravely into all that God has got for us in 2018!
Mark Kelly shares some of his personal struggles from 2017 to show us how God is making us ALL brave in 2018.
Then all at once, a vast number of glorious angels appeared, the very armies of heaven! And they all praised God, singing: “Glory to God in the highest realms of heaven! For there is peace and a good hope given to the sons of men.” (Luke 2:13-14)
Geoff Newton offers up some thoughts on Kingdom, Church, and the Holy Spirit and uses verses from Luke chapter 1 to help us.
Some of us are so familiar with the Christmas story that we can let the detail of it brush over us. But it is good, and important, for us to pause and to ponder in our hearts the reality and wonder of who God sent and why.
Mark Kelly brings us the final part of our teaching series - 'We Are The Church'. Every believer has been given a mission by God to advance his kingdom and get back his lost children. We will share the good news with others when we have a missional mindset, not a selfish one.
Part #3 of our recent teaching series by Mark Kelly. This week, Mark challenged us with this statement: Our faith must be based on a personal relationship with Jesus, but we can’t do it alone; we must pursue genuine community with other believers. Rather than attending church on a come-and-go basis, we should strive to be connected to an authentic, Godly community.
In the 2nd part of our 'We Are The Church' series, Mark Kelly talks to us about his desire for the Church to view itself first and foremost as a family.
Mark Kelly kicks off our 4-week teaching series all about the Church. The Church, depending on your view, is a powerful force for good, relevant today as it ever has been or it's an outdated institution whose time is up!
Ian Jones shares some wonderful stories of people getting know Jesus, finding a home in him, and inviting others to join them at the same 'address.'
The Bible is an amazing and inspired collection of books and letters given to us from God to help us live righteously and to equip us to help advance the Kingdom of God with a desire to bring Heaven to Earth.
Our fruitfulness in life flows directly from our encounter with God and our daily walk with Him, as we allow His presence to fill us, transform us and expand us.
Taking us through stories from the Old Testament, Stuart Allan empowers us to approach the Throne of Heaven with our petitions.
"Do Not Judge Others." (The Bible Doesn't Say That!) - Actually, it does! However, in the Bible Jesus didn't just say, “Do not judge others" followed by a full stop or an exclamation point. He said, “Do not judge others,” followed by a clarification of what type of judgments to make, when to make them, and how to make them.
Dave Gann and the team from KPMC perform a sketch from their production, 'Heart Cry'. Dave then gives us a sermon which opens up their piece in more detail. (Please forgive the quality of the audio throughout the sketch.)
The pages of the Old Testament contain some of the most amazing stories you’ll ever read. Many of these stories revolve around a young shepherd boy who grew up to become King David.
David was the greatest king Israel would ever know, but he didn’t become great all on his own. He depended on God, but we're also told he relied on at least thirty special soldiers for much of his military might. And within that 30 were three men, the Bible tells us, that performed some awesome feats!
Kathi Kelly brings us a testimonial message of how God is good, and how faithful He is in the midst of struggle and seemingly dark places.
(We apologise for the poor quality audio.)
If we seek after the Kingdom of God - that is: His rule and reign - we will find direction for our lives, but we do this by humbly submitting to God's will and placing this first and before anything else.
You might be disappointed that you aren't doing now what you had imagined you would be doing when you were a child. Or you might be doing something even better! Either way, life has a funny way of working work, there are twists and turns that we could never predict. Kathi reminds us that the one thing we are definitely destined for - greatness!
From God's point of view, our purpose in life is very simple. Just like a grape vine, the main purpose of our lives is to produce fruit. What is even more important for us to understand is that the owner of the vineyard is in charge, in control, and focused on receiving as much fruit as possible from His vineyard.
Ian Rossol shares more on key verses in John 15, opening up the words 'abide' and 'compassion'. He also explains about the pickling of small cucumbers ... what's this got to do with the Holy Spirit?
"I am the operating system, you are the smartphone, he who installs Me means I am now part of all your online accounts and can develop many apps; apart from Me you are liable to crash."
These are loads of the things we can do to help us live fruitful lives and become amazing examples of Jesus followers. Mark Kelly begins our 2017 journey (with the first of many sermons) in which we will discover how we can make this year - a year of extreme fruitfulness!
Christians are called to be people who easily forgive - it's with an attitude of forgiveness, of both a willingness to give and to receive, we keep away from attitudes of judgment with condemnation.
Rather than shouting into the storm and not be heard, are we instead turning to the Prince of Peace and asking Him to remind us who we are and who His has made us to be?
They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death. (Revelation 12:11)
Mark Kelly continues working through Acts and shares his thoughts on the awesomeness of God - God's WOW Factor!
If we recognise that Jesus is with us in the storm or ready to meet us in the storm ahead, we simply need to ask Him for guidance and help. It seems in the story of Peter walking on the water (Matthew 14:22-36) we see that Peter wanted more than anything to be close to Jesus. So he asked Jesus if he could walk on the water. He moved from being a passive observer of the supernatural, to being an active participant!
"Anyone who believes in Me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from His heart.’" (When He said “living water,” He was speaking of the Spirit, who would be given to everyone believing in Him. (John 7:38-39a)
The stories in the first twelve chapters of Acts are about a church in mission mode. What can we learn from them for our continuing mission today?
God is always near; it's our awareness of Him that ebbs and flows. It's our choice whether we are present in His presence or not. If we choose to, we can be like a magnet for God's presence.
Steve & Lynn Blackah, whom we sent out a number of years ago to minister a work in France, paid us a visit this weekend. Over the last year they have been students at the School of Supernatural Ministry (Bethel Church, Redding, CA). They tell a story of personal growth and amazing testimonies.
The grace of God is so empowering when we are able to grasp what it means for us, not only at the point of salvation but in our daily walking with God and doing His will.
Using the life of Caleb from the story in the Biblical book of Joshua, chapter 14, Stu Allan encourages us to claim the prophetic words spoken over us as a church.
(Please forgive the sound quality of this week's talk.)
The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 14:1 (NLT): "Let love be your highest goal! But you should also desire the special abilities the Spirit gives - especially the ability to prophesy." The NIV translation puts it like this: "Eagerly desire the gifts of the Spirit, especially prophesy."
When God tells us to desire specific gifts, it's because He wants to give us them! Not because we've earned them or deserve them, but because He is our Good Father, who loves to give gifts to His children.
"I'm not prepared to settle for a positive reputation; I want to see our local community and our city changed with Good News of Jesus Christ. I want to see this in my lifetime; I want to leave a legacy that says I did all that I could with all that God gave me, that I was a good and faithful servant. Do you want this for yourself too?" - Mark Kelly
Stu Allan reminds us of a prophectic word spoken over us a few years ago; that we are to be like a wildfire in our city!
In May 2016 we celebrated 35 years of the church being birthed, 10 years since our senior leaders and elders, Mark & Kathi Kelly, became part of the leadership team, and 1 whole year since our church move to East End Park / Richmond Hill.
Kathi Kelly asks and answers several questions: What do we mean by honour? Who is worthy of honour? How can we build a culture of honour amongst us?
When we sign up for this thing called Christianity, it is not like joining the Boy Scouts, we become new creatures. And with that change there are some things that become available to us. We have more to offer than nice and encouraging words. We have a power that is available to those who are willing to search out the source.
When we sign up for this thing called Christianity, it is not like joining the Boy Scouts, we become new creatures. And with that change there are some things that become available to us. We have more to offer than nice and encouraging words. We have a power that is available to those who are willing to search out the source.
Mark Kelly preaches a Palm Sunday sermon and challenges us to think about God's Kingdom in a way that is not of this earth!
Ian & Marj Rossol, leaders from All Nations Christian Centre in Leicester, share on how to develop a prophetic culture.
Ian & Marj Rossol, leaders from All Nations Christian Centre in Leicester, share on how to develop a prophetic culture
In many of the Psalms it is repeatedly written: "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever." Kathi Kelly explores the goodness and faithfulness of God.
Stu Allan reminds us of previous prophetic words spoken over us as a church and reveals the recent outworking of many of those words!
As disciples of Jesus, we are to carry on His mandate into all the earth - to reveal the Father to a world that is cursed with sonless-ness and daughterless-ness, fatherless-ness and motherless-ness. We must reveal the love of the Good Father, His goodness, His grace, His mercy, His power and authority and what is means to be a part of His family.
Geoff Newton encourages us to leave our offences in 2015 and move forward into 2016 not looking for new ones!
“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.” - Romans 14:17
Joy has to find an expression. As Christians, it is either expressed to God in praise and worship of who He is, or expressed to others about how good God is, what He has done and His faithfulness.
John Casey preaches from the first few verses of the Gospel of John and applies them to this period of advent.
Stu Allan leads a Sunday morning where a number of different folks share what God has put on their hearts.
Our senior leaders, Mark & Kathi Kelly, recently attended Bethel Church's Leadership Advance conference in Redding, California. They came back excited and eager to share what they experienced and learned!
Geoff Newton encourages us to not let our circumstances determine our identity. Our identity is in Christ.
This Halloween, don’t close your home, don’t ignore the knocks on the door. Get some sweets and welcome people with a big smile and bright eyes. Take the opportunity to be the light the darkness. Let your story shine. And most importantly... don't be scared of the dark!
"Freedom Church, it's time we started seeing some remarkable things, it's time to get excited about church, it's time to lift the roof off from our expectations and start to believe in ourselves and what we can achieve as a local church. It's time we started seeing ourselves as God sees us, a force for good and a church that will advance His Kingdom." - Mark Kelly
Ian Rossol shares a message centered around our mandate from Luke 4:18-19, which is based upon passages in Isaiah 61.
Stu Allan continues his exploration of what it really means for Freedom Church to be called 'Freedom Church'. He asks, in light of this, how do we see ourselves, the people in the local community, as well as the city of which we are a part?
Using Philippians 4:6-9, Mark exhorts us to pray more and worry less. A word designed to bring freedom and release!
Mark Kelly shares a message about defining moments and how these are significant in shaping our lives and, as believers, our ministry to others.
Mark Kelly shares a message about defining moments and how these are significant in shaping our lives and, as believers, our ministry to others.
When you desire something desperately, it consumes you. You can't think about anything else, everything you do is fuelled by the desire you have. You're always working towards that which you desire. So, shouldn't we by like this when it comes to seeing people birthed into the Kingdom of God?
Geoff Newton helps us understand what it really means to have a relationship with Jesus our Saviour!
Stu Allan affirms our change of name from City Church Leeds to Freedom Church and begins to open up our journey of working out what this means in both the spiritual and the natural.
God has given us our talents, gifts, abilities, knowledge, understanding and intellect. How are we working these things out with imagination and creativity?
We celebrated Fathers and thanked our Heavenly Father!
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Kathi Kelly shares what God has put on her heart which is a new name for our church - Freedom Church. This comes with a firm mandate from Luke 4:18-19 and shows us an exciting future into which we can walk together!
The 'Lord's Prayer' is powerful, but simple. Easy to remember, but immensely profound. An amazing blueprint for us to follow in our own prayer life.
Mark Kelly shares on Pentecost Sunday the Good News of Jesus Christ and challenges us not be satisfied with living in a world that is upside down, inside out and all kind of crazy!
Mark Kelly shares on Pentecost Sunday the Good News of Jesus Christ and challenges us not be satisfied with living in a world that is upside down, inside out and all kind of crazy!
Ian Rossol preaches at our final week at Ashwood Centre in Headingley. He looks to the future of a church flowing into the streets, filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Peter Topliss asks us to identify our individual 'ministries' and how we can use them to help serve in the local church.
Barbara Macnish takes us on a whistle-stop Bible tour and through this brings out testimonies told, promises made and where God's presence is recognised.
Chip Kendal, singer and a creative director at Audacious Church in Manchester, encourages us to take a Stage-dive for God! Through this we learn to trust, take risks, and reach out ... as well as having lots of fun in the process.
Mark asks the question: What are some fundamental practices of our Christian faith?
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Kathi Kelly looks at what came next for the disciples after Jesus's resurrection and asks what does this mean for us? She partly answers this question by encouraging us to 'live sent' lives!
Kathi Kelly looks at what came next for the disciples after Jesus's resurrection and asks what does this mean for us? She partly answers this question by encouraging us to 'live sent' lives!
Peter Woodthorpe shares his heart by focusing on the charity KidzKlub, but by doing this he encourages us as a church family to continue to inspire mission and transform communities.
Mark Roques help us think of story-telling in a different way and explains how we might be able to share our story of faith in a way that isn't cheesy, but natural and easy.
God wants us to take the Good News to wherever in the world He has called us to be. The qustion is will we GO when He calls us to GO? We will STOP when He tells us? We will SHARE His love for us with everyone we meet?
Geoff Newton shares his personal testimony and in it reveals God's superabundant blessing.
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Do you have a personal relationship with the Creator God, the Originator of spiritual life and light? If you do then that’s amazing. From this very moment why not make it a conviction that you will begin to be more open to others about Him. You don’t have to have everything sewn up for a relationship to begin - once you enter into this relationship Jesus will begin to transform you from the inside out.
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We can’t truly know God unless we allow ourselves to be transformed through the renewing of our minds. The goal of this renewing is to become Christ-like.
Mark Kelly reminds us of all that City Church Leeds were involved in over 2014 and encourages us to look forward with hope and positive expectation to 2015!
Jesus has said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in Me will never die." It is in this statement that we reach to the very heart of the Christian message.
The story of a man born blind in John chapter nine, shows us a man receiving not only physical healing, but also an opening of his spiritual eyes to see the truth of salvation in Christ. A move away from law and religion and into the grace freely given.
Jesus' claim to be the 'bread of life' indicates the the kind of relationship God seeks to have with us in Christ is so close, so intimate, that it is like eating and drinking.
In today's talk Ben Cordy explores the feeding of the five thousand and when Jesus walk on water. Through these two miracles Ben reminds us that with Jesus there is more than enough, and we do not have to be afraid.
The miracle in today's talk is a reminder to us that no person or situation is too far gone that they are beyond His reach. And just because we’ve tried it before on our own, doesn’t mean we can’t do it when Christ is with us.
The signs we read about in the Gospel of John have a special significance in the wider Gospel narrative. They allow us to glimpse Jesus' glory and they point to the saving work of the incarnate Christ!
How does the relationship of the God-head (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) impact who we are as believers? John Casey ends our DNA series exploring Covenant and trying to give us an answer to this question.
[Please take time to watch the short video (attached to this audio) which John showed as a prelude to his talk.]
John Casey continues our DNA series by opening up restoration and what God has done in restoring his image in humankind through the work of Jesus.
It is time for this part of Body of Christ to wake up from any kind of self-centred slumber and fully engage society again with the Gospel of the Kingdom.
It is time for this part of Body of Christ to wake up from any kind of self-centred slumber and fully engage society again with the Gospel of the Kingdom.
Mike Ayers shares his story and in doing so he reveals wisdom of how to handle and use money effectively for God's Kingdom.
We welcome guest speaker, Steve Blackah amongst us this week and he encourages us to see how valuable we are to God and how, in that, we will find our individual destinies.
Geoff Newton brings teaching on tithing and encourages us all to consider what the Bible has to say about money. He fleshes out Genesis 14:17-23 for our consideration by showing a connection of both tithing and the covenant meal.
Mel & Jean Ann Fish update us on Global Family Network, but also put this into the context of faith in action and realising your calling.
Hannah Jones ends our series through Luke with a short message reminding us that Jesus is all that we need.
Mark Kelly encourages us to make sure our foundations are being laid squarely and solidly upon Jesus Christ and His Word. Paying attention to detail and leaving no stone unturned in examining our lives to see if there is anything that’s not as it should be in accordance with God’s Word, so that we too can be like the wise man who built his house upon the Rock.
The relationship that Jesus had with the Holy Spirit becomes the template for every other son of God, since the sons of God are identified as those who are led by the Spirit.
Patricia Gray begins our new series looking at The Gospel of Luke by giving us an overall picture of the who, what and why of this book.
Stu Allan opens up his heart and shares his heart and thoughts on who we are and should be as a church family.
In this final talk of the series John Casey comes back to the big question: Who Is Jesus?
Throughout the Gospels we Jesus transforming lives, restoring health, vitality, life, social acceptance. He is the same today. No problem is too great or intractable for Him. He invites us to bring ourselves and our friends for His healing touch. Whatever the outcome we know that Jesus's response is always compassionate and tender. He feels our pain - we are not alone.
Peter Topliss furthers our exploration of the Gospel of Mark and answers the question of 'Who Is Jesus?' this week with 'Effective Trainer'. Peter opens up to us the idea of being a disciple and what this actually means in the everyday of our lives.
We often hear the phrase we have 'victory in Jesus!', but what exactly does it mean? And how does it apply to us?
To help answer these questions Mark Kelly to pulls out of the Gospel of Mark three ways in which Jesus overcame something and was therefore victorious over it.
The Adel Life Group kick off our new series journeying through the Gospel of Mark - To teach others spiritual truth is a high and holy privilege and not one to be undertaken lightly. The teacher should ook to his or her own life and always maintain a close communication with the greatest Teacher of all time - Jesus Christ.
Hannah Jones presents our second Big Question talk of the year and answers a question that is very close to her heart.
Geoff Newton describes with passion and clarity what it means to lay hold of The Kingdom - it means living a life in fulness and acknowledgment of the grace of Jesus Christ.
Ian Rossol opens up, in-part, some of the questions we have about End Time theology. Using primarily the Gospel of Matthew he skillfully unwraps a few verses through which Christians in the modern age have possibly imposed more onto Scripture than is what is actually said. (The book mentioned at the end of this talk is: Win the World or Escape the Earth by Ian Rossol and Tony Wastall.)
There's something exciting about sharing a secret. And in today's society you may find most people know Jesus as a swear word rather than a Saviour and haven't a clue about His Kingdom. What an amazing secret to share! Can you get excited about this secret of the King and His 'Kingdom of the heavens' on Earth? Who can you share this excitement with? What 'seeds' has God given you and where does He want you to sow them? Mike Rimmer helps answer some of these questions in our latest Matthew series installment.
The Kingdom of God is Good News! In part 3 of our series based around the Gospel of Matthew, Sarah Ayers encourages us to play our part in spreading the Good News.
The Kingdom of Heaven has come near - and it's the grace of God that leads to repentance. Repentance means turning around and living under the rule of a new King! When we repent and receive this new rulership we are challenged to live in a Godly way and oppose evil. But how exactly do you do that, how do you oppose evil in a Godly way? What can you learn from the way God acts when kingdoms are in contention?
The Kingdom of Heaven has come near - and it's the grace of God that leads to repentance. Repentance means turning around and living under the rule of a new King! When we repent and receive this new rulership we are challenged to live in a Godly way and oppose evil. But how exactly do you do that, how do you oppose evil in a Godly way? What can you learn from the way God acts when kingdoms are in contention?
In the first talk of our new series based around the Gosepl of Matthew, Mark Kelly gives us the answer to the question, 'who is the King?' ... and it aint Elvis! The 'That's My King Video', featured at the end of this talk, can be found at: vimeo.com/1916473
In the first talk of our new series based around the Gosepl of Matthew, Mark Kelly gives us the answer to the question, 'who is the King?' ... and it aint Elvis! The 'That's My King Video', featured at the end of this talk, can be found at: vimeo.com/1916473
John Casey presents the next in our series of Big Questions and tackles the hard subject of suffering.
When it comes to debating with people about creation, realise that it’s the devil we need to overcome, not scientific theories. Know your stuff and be able to give answers, for sure. But it’s the Gospel that is the power for salvation, and intelligent design or whatever arguments for God’s creative work you share - they are only useful if they point to Jesus, glorify the Father who sent him and challenge people to put their faith in the death and resurrection of Christ.
We all set priorities and this is where each one of us is challenged the most. If our priorities are not in order, then our lives will not be in order. If our priorities are not right, we won't be right. We don't have to pray about what our number one priority in life ought to be. We shouldn't really have to think about it. We don't have to discuss it. We don't have to do some soul searching for it. We don't have to go on a pilgrimage to find it. We just have to do it, because Jesus has already told us what our first priority ought to be, "Seek the Kingdom of God above ALL else."
In this final week a combined message from Mark & Kathi open up aspects of the final chapter of James, focusing in on the 'stressors' of trial and adversity and that to 'bust' these we must be patient, persevere and pray!
The Horsforth Life Group continued our exploration of James (this week chapter 4) through this short talk which was followed by discussion and feedback.
How easy it is to insensitively offend others with our words. This raises two issues: How can we best avoid using destructive words, and if we fail, how can we handle the hurt we have caused?
We all need to take steps to demonstrate our faith. The wonderful news of the Gospel is that faith does work. How? By demonstrating that faith in acts of kindness and goodness - acts of love - helping others in practical and tangible ways.
It doesn't matter whether people are rich or poor, famous or unknown, all need to know and experience the saving grace of Jesus. Be sure of this: there is no discrimination or favouritism at the foot of the cross!
Trials and adversity are the challenges that life throws as us. In difficult times, our attitude and response make all the difference. Our natural reaction can be to grumble, complain and resent them. However as believers we must remember that we have a divine resource to draw on to sustain us through them.
Sarah begins our series based around the book of James by encouraging us not to forget who we are in Christ.
Sarah begins our series based around the book of James by encouraging us not to forget who we are in Christ.
Ian Rossol continues his theme from his last visit which was based around the idea of changing culture. He expands on it by suggesting we primarily change our culture though love. (Ian's also promoted his excellent book which is available here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Win-World-Escape-Earth-Controversy/dp/1908393149)
Starting with Matthew 12:34 Geoff takes us on a journey helping us understand that as we reach out to unbelievers we must first make sure we are speaking out of a heart that is both positive and encouraging.
John Casey encourages us to give to the upcoming outreach programmes - re:fresh and Alpha - as well as exhorting us to enjoy life knowing that our reward is an intimate relationship with our Father.
John Casey continues the theme of reaching out to the lost and seeing His Kingdom come.
Using Matthew 28:16-20 and Luke 19:10 Mark encourages us to place Jesus' command as number one priority in our lives and to do all we can 'to seek and save that which is lost'.
Kathi Kelly takes us on a personal journey as she shares about living a life of gratitude and thanksgiving.
John & Kate Casey give folks time to share testimony and present this around a popular children's story - "The Day it Rained in Colours".
It is good to be different, and God designed it to be this way. If we think of God as our source of light we express that light as a spectrum of different colours.
John and Mark open up the plans for membership and how we hope to help bring people into fellowship with us as a local church and how we help them stay connected.
Patricia Gray concludes the series based on our acronym and encourages us to 'go out into all the world' and be a 'sent' people, even if that means you stay exactly where you are!
By using the rule of Biblical first and last mention Stu Allan explores what it means to live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit.
We continue our series through our LEEDS acronym as we explore what it means to be equipped. Mark Kelly takes us through a detailed look at the Ephesians 4 ministries.
John Casey opens up on our new series based around our LEEDS acronym - Loved, Equipped, Empowered, Devoted, Sent
Ian shares with us what it is like to live within a Heavenly culture rather than an earthly one. A culture of grace and love, not of rules and doctrine.
John Casey shares what it means to belong to a family and to God's church. Specifically he sets the scene for us to begin to discover what the advantages would be to recongising that we are part of a church family and being able to know who else is in this family with us. John discusses City Church Leeds and membership.
John opens up Genesis 11:27 though to the start of Genesis 12 and relates the journey that Abram (Abraham) took to our present journey as City Church Leeds.
When we read about the armour of God in Ephesians 6 we should absolutely be reminded that what we're talking about here aren't just some nice ways to talk about truth and righteousnesses and prayer, but Paul is saying look at what you now have access to because of the covenant relationship we can have with Father-God. Because this is His armour we now have the very tools and skills of God Himself! Everything He has is now at our disposal.
Mark Kelly challenges us in this latest talk on Ephesians (chapter 5) to take responsibility for our lives in the Chronos (a period, duration) so that God is able to bring us Kairos (immediate, special and specific) opportunities that we are not too busy or stressed to seize.
Mark Kelly shares openingly and transparantly of the issues that both himself and the congregation face as we enter 'the next phase' in the life of City Church Leeds. However in all the issues that we may face we realise that we have an amazing God who is for us and not against us! Mark also shares passionately the desire for us all to experience the manifest present of God.
In times of transition things are always at their weakest and most vulnerable. John Casey lays some Biblical foundations to help the City Church Leeds family through the next phase of change.
As we ‘put off’ old thought patterns and discard them, the Holy Spirit rebuilds our thoughts around Christ and His precepts - His commandments and directives.
Has God dropped something into your heart that is yet to come into being? Ephesians 3 talks about the available resources in God to make things happen, that God’s ability to abundantly supply immeasurably more than we can imagine, far exceeds our capacity to receive it.
We were once dead but have now been made alive with Christ, saved by grace, but more than that, we have not only been pulled out of the pit, but been given a position and access in the heavenly realms alongside Christ who is seated at the right hand of the Father.
(In this talk we use a video that can be purchased from 'The Skit Guys' http://skitguys.com/videos/item/gods-chisel)
We were once dead but have now been made alive with Christ, saved by grace, but more than that, we have not only been pulled out of the pit, but been given a position and access in the heavenly realms alongside Christ who is seated at the right hand of the Father.
(In this talk we use a video that can be purchased from 'The Skit Guys' http://skitguys.com/videos/item/gods-chisel)
We begin our series on the letter to the Ephesians with a hope to underline the message that we have an inheritance 'in Christ'. Often however we’re not accessing and utilising this inheritance because we don't feel worthy or accepted. Listen to this talk and believe that you ARE accepted in the Beloved!
We begin our series on the letter to the Ephesians with a hope to underline the message that we have an inheritance 'in Christ'. Often however we’re not accessing and utilising this inheritance because we don't feel worthy or accepted. Listen to this talk and believe that you ARE accepted in the Beloved!
John Casey wraps up our series by helping us understand what true friendship really means. And he does this with the help of our friends that make up City Church Leeds!
Covenant truth, Noah and the Law of First Mention... listen how Stu Allan brings all this together!
Kidz Klub Leeds hopes to make the difference for a generation of kids across Leeds. We offer the kids a positive alternative in a secure and safe environment. We work to meet the kids where they are at, seeking to support them, and provide the best in all that we do. (www.kidzklubleeds.org.uk)
How does leading a covenantal life impact our relationship to the culture we find ourselves in? What things are acceptable and what things go against the covenant living grain?
This episode in the series brings us back to the simplicty of Covenant, yet reminds us of its importance.
(The video that Ben showed - Back to the Start - is also available to view through this channel.)
What does Christmas mean to most people and what difference does it make to our lives? Mark Kelly talks about the difference between Christmas the holiday and ritual, and Christmas with the reason for the season, Jesus the Messiah!
'Hesed' is not only the instigator of Covenant, but Covenant is the conveyor of His 'Hesed' - His love. God show us His deep love for us through His Covenant with us.
Often times we want to turn away from discussions around blood in connection with Covenant. In this talk John expertly, practically and powerfully shows how we can connect the dots of Biblical history and show just how important this subject is!
God’s own nature is Covenant. The Godhead (Trinity) is the theology and the pattern for Covenant. By His divine power we have been included in the union of the Godhead.
Journey with us as we ask what does covenant mean, and what relevance does it have in our relationship with Jesus?
This talk is all about the tithe, but rather than examining whether the tithe is still relevant or required - this talk reflects on how the tithe relates to our holistic relationship with God.
Sacrifice and offering are in his eternal nature. This sacrificial offering of himself had been in prospect since before the foundation of the world. His blood is described as the blood of the eternal covenant. Giving is a function of who he is – an eternal giver.
Too often Christians compartmentalise their lives into the sacred and the secular. Work often falls into the latter. Vocation is often disconnected from kingdom activity. At the best, it provides the financial necessary to support the church. At worst, it is a necessary evil that keeps people away from doing “real” ministry. But God’s radical call is not to retreat from culture, but to be present in every channel of culture (education, government, media, arts and entertainment, business, social sector).
The church has struggled at times to understand how it is called to relate to culture. Some Christian groups have withdrawn from culture. Others have blended so seamlessly into culture that nothing distinguished them from the rest of the world. The Bible calls those who follow Jesus to engage the culture.
Christians are often viewed as people who are easily offended. They are offended by the language people use, their lifestyles choices, and the values they proclaim. In response, those who do not follow Jesus have often defined themselves by what they are not offended by. The result is a world divided into the offended and the not offended. But the gospel is not about being offended.
The work of restoration is not individualistic in nature. From the very beginning God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.” The Garden experience was one of authentic community. The promise of the gospel is that one day this community will be restored.
The restoration that God wants to do in the world begins with the restoration he wants to do in the lives of those who follow him. Too often the “world changing” work of God becomes so outward focused that people lose their sense of spiritual grounding and become spiritually distracted.
The gospel begins not with the Fall, but with the beauty of the Garden. Life as God created it to be. Life before the destructiveness and self-centredness of sin entered into the world. God is on mission to restore humanity and all creation to what was intended to be.
Mark Kelly introduces our series on restoration by reading from an article by Bryn Jones which helps bring a general overview of what restoration theology actually is.
Jess helps us look at our understanding of what worship is by asking us the simple question of - 'why do we worship?' And she takes us on a personal journey of discovery as she shares an answer to this important question.
Mark Kelly concludes our 4 part series with a look at John, who was he? What did he do? And most importantly what legacy did he leave us?
Part #2 of our series pulling out characters from Scripture and seeing what we can learn from them.
Through interaction and questions (as well as some booing and cheering!) Stu brings Daniel - a Bible Champion - to the forefront our thinking. We honour Daniel for his commitment and covenant with the Lord.
In part #1 of our series - Champions of The Bible - Sarah explores those less obvious characters in the Bible. The ones whose names may be mentioned only once or twice, but have an important role to play in the story of creation.
Mark Kelly provides a reminder of our vision for for 2012 as well as helping us catch-up on the 7 Principles for Life Groups and building Church.
Stu Allan shares from his heart some valuable teaching and revelation regarding the will of God and the significance of this year - 2012.
Andrew Hulley weaves together how trust and being a constant learner helps us share our relationship with Jesus. We conclude the 7 Principles with 'Teaching'.
Geoff Newton expertly begins with defining what the Goodness of God really is then unpacks some aspects of Job in a masterful way.
Martyn Rowe continues our series exploring the 7 Principles of Life Groups. This week he talks about Relationships.
Dr. John Mastrogiovanni expertly opens up Exodus 14 and helps us understand the Red Sea story from a more Hebraic perspective.
Another very important message that fits within our 7 Principles for Life Groups series.
Christ has called all true believers to be His Church and He has promised to be always in the midst even of two or three who gather together in His name. Therefore where God is, there is His temple.
What do we think about when someone talks about discipline? Find out some Biblical truths when it comes to the Father's discipline.
The biblical account of Jesus' death on the cross, or crucifixion, his burial and his resurrection, or raising from the dead, can be found in the following passages of Scripture: Matthew 27:27-28:8; Mark 15:16-16:19; Luke 23:26-24:35; and John 19:16-20:30.
What does the Bible say about money and how do we apply what it says to our world today?
What does the Bible say about money and how do we apply what it says to our world today?
Continuing our '7 Principles' series. The source of all honor is God on the basis of His position as sovereign Creator and of His character as a loving Father.
Taking Bread & Wine, The Lord’s Supper, Communion or Eucharist. This thing that we do when we eat the bread and drink the wine is called by many names, but they all refer to a time where we join together as a group of believers to remember what Christ has done for us.
Our '7 Principles' series begins with a message on Prayer. Something that should be foundational to all that we do.
The final part of a two part series outlining our vision for 2012 and beyond. This message teaches how we are to be Kingdom builders and not empire builders.
The first in a two part series outlining our vision for 2012 and beyond. This message teaches how we are to be Kingdom builders and not empire builders.