Cabin Lane Church Oswestry Listen Again: Recent Episodes
Cabin Lane Church, Oswestry
- The O.M. Team shared with great honesty, passion and tears some of their stories of work abroad with a special video narrated by our own Jamie ('Bean').
Romans 4:18-5:5 - Matthew spoke about the need to 'Persevere ' through all of life's trials, using (Romans 4:18-5:5) as his proof text
Psalms 100 - Steve spoke about 'Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude ' using Psalm 100 in a very powerful, thought provoking way. As followers of Jesus Christ we can be grateful in the good times and hard times. Our lives are all about perspective!
- All Age Service today with Jason starting new series on 7 important people in New Testament!
Luke 15:1-2 - Jan spoke with real passion again this morning using great illustrations and (Luke 15).
- Phil spoke about his mission trip to Zambia where the team built a kitchen from scratch for a school there.
John 6:1 - All Age Service with Jane challenging us to 'Surrender All', using (John 6:1) and explaining that however little we actually have, it's always enough for the Lord to multiply and use!
Romans 12:2 - Lou spoke about our verse for the year, Romans 12:2. The theme was based around what kind of journey we are all on or are we just static?
Genesis 1:27 - This morning Steve's message was based on (Gen 1:27) 'Being made in the image of God'. Thank you to two elders and a youngster for helping demonstrate the point that we are all special, precious and loved beyond measure by the Lord!
John 1:1-14 - Steve spoke about the fact we can have peace this side of eternity and not be afraid. He opened up John 1:1-14 linking it with Luke 2:8-14.
- Kate spoke from Luke 2 about the various stages of waiting on the Lord. Simeon and Anna were good examples of what this means.
- Steve challenged us to think about, 'Is there a heaven?'' and if we believe there is, 'How are we going to get there?
- Jason finished off his series on the Old Testament with the book of Daniel. Our challenge was to "be not conformed to this world" with the exiles in Babylon as our example!
- Howard spoke about sacrifice starting with those we must never forget for their 'sacrifice ' to the ultimate life changing 'sacrifice ' of our Saviour, Jesus Christ!
Psalms - Liz Jermy used two Psalms 42-43 to speak passionately about mental health, the issues, stigma and positive ways to live with and come through in Jesus Christ!
Romans 5:3-4 - Lou spoke from Romans 5:3-4 and did an admirable job using this passage to speak about 'Pain' and how even though none of us enjoy it, we can come through victorious with a more durable, godly character! Jesus is our joy and He faced life's trials fixing His gaze on the finishing line which would bring us eternal life and freedom through the suffering, pain of the cross.
Mark 10:17-23 - A very challenging Word from Matthew. Mark 10:17-23 asking the question, "What is the priority in our lives?" If the Lord, His Word and taking time to listen is not the answer then all else becomes meaningless and shallow!
Psalms 46:1-2 - Steve spoke powerfully from Psalm 46:1-2 all about FEAR that can stop us from moving forward. As we look to Jesus and seek to soar into His presence we can overcome!
- Mike from CARE, Christian Action Research and Education spoke a really challenging message about Christians supporting, teaching and, training those in Parliament and society today.
Hebrews 11:1 - Jason spoke passionately about how he came to faith which was very moving! "Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." (Heb11:1)
- Well done Jane assisted by hubby Matthew speaking about our need to grow into our future. . The various shoes illustrated the point.
1 Corinthians 11 - Jan spoke a challenging Word about 'Communion ' using 1 Cor 11. She gave us the Pauline background to the Corinthian church, their issues and what they needed to do to be more Christ like. The challenge thrown out to us was this, "What needs to die in me so that I may be more Christ like? " We ended with communion together.
- Worship and Word in unity as Steve spoke about Phil 3:1-14. Our character is so important as we live as a follower of Jesus Christ!
- Great worship with a mission feedback from Jason and Lydia who recently travelled to Egypt and Jordan. We were all very proud of Lydia since this was the first time she has spoken at the front of church!
- Powerful, challenging Word from Jan. 'Don’t Look Back Move Forward ' based on (Phil 3:13-14) "A scar reminds us of our past but does not need to dictate our future", God’s strength is the key.
- Di spoke using the illustration from Scriptures of the fig tree and we ended our time celebrating Communion together.
Exodus 3:1-10 - Kate spoke from Ex 3:1-10 on 'Moses and the burning bush' and we must not doubt what God is calling each of us too. We should all aim to be the person He says we are.
- It was an all age service, and Jason shared the story of Naaman and how he had to humble himself, follow instructions and have faith in God
John 13:34 - Jan spoke a challenging, inspiring sermon from John 13:34 on 'Loving one another'.
- Ed Clay shared part of his testimony. He spoke about how he became a Christian and having trust in the Lord throughout the difficulties and challenges he has faced in his life.
Jonah 1:0 - Matthew Webber gave his first sermon at church today and spoke about 'Obedience ' unpacking the story begun in Jonah ch 1.
Revelation 1:0 - Steve Worthy spoke from Revelation chapter 1, the amazing final book of the Bible on the topic 'Everything will be alright in the end'.
- In this mornings service we heard Mike share his testimony, titled “Be careful what you pray for”!
- A great Jason style message based on the life of King David. The warning was to be aware of our decisions because they all have an affect on the rest of our life!
- Jane spoke powerfully from Numbers 13 on the importance of obedience even in the face of strong opposition.
Luke 24:13-34 - Kate spoke on Luke 24:13-34, 'The road to Emmaus'. Jesus helps us carry our burdens and we need to be aware of Him walking with us. Kate involved the children admirably, naturally chaos ensued for a moment as she demonstrated the point.
Luke 24:1-12 - Jan spoke from Luke 24:1-12 and even managed a powerful Titanic ship story of Rev John Harper who kept shouting for "the women, children and unsaved to get in the lifeboats first!" Our challenge is to give our life jackets away to those who need them too! Jason used a wonderful illustration of how the cross and Christ releases us from sin.
Luke 19:0 - Steve spoke from Luke 19 about the Power of Extravagant Worship to revive us and the need to be cleansed in our bodies as 'Temples of Holy Spirit ' The crowds were praising Jesus for the miracles that others had received. Are we like that?
Mark 10:46-52 - Lou spoke from Mark 10:46-52 and challenged us all to "enter in" to a deeper relationship and trust in Jesus Christ. A relationship not asking simply for short term sustenance of money, food or clothing but receive like Bartimaeus an eternal blessing that will sustain us for ever! Truly inspiring message to not let our fears hold us back from witness, worship and wholeness in our Lord!
Ezekiel 37:0 - Powerful move of Holy Spirit from the start. Lou shared from Ezekiel 37 (The valley of dry bones) and linked it in a very vulnerable, open way with her testimony and how the Lord will breathe new life into us if we trust him to.
Malachi 1:0 - Challenging Word by Jan on Generosity Part 3! The challenge was to use our generosity of time, talents and money so that there is a continuous flow through our lives to others. To be like the Jordan River not the Dead Sea! There was also a warning to learn from Malachi 1 and give our best not our left overs!
- Jane spoke about dedication and the importance of having a good church family who will encourage and support each other whatever our age.
Matthew 18:15-20 - The Rev Elfed Godding preached from Matthew 18:15-20. Authority and authenticity as followers if Jesus Christ will result in power and witness within our communities.
- It was a special service this morning as we blessed the marriage of Jems and Dyfan, who got married up in Cheshire last month. “Granny and Brian”, more commonly known as Jane and Matt, did a puppet sketch explaining all about marriage.
Romans 12:0 - Steve preached part 2 of our new Sermon series on 'Generosity ' which included (Romans 12). Very powerful challenge to stand together without fear in true Love and Generosity.
- Steve preached about Generosity and how we should be generous in everything we do, whether it’s with time, talent or money.
- This morning Lynne shared her experiences from her mission trip to Moldova. She spoke about her personal struggles going there, and the daily struggles of life and the problems, hardships the Moldovan people face. But she also shared about their amazing love for God, and their hearts of love and kindness for people too.
Hebrews 12:1-24 - This morning Howard continued on from his sermon back in September, and spoke to us about perseverance from Hebrews 12.
- We reflected on the last year, and looked forward to this coming year. Some of the congregation went up and encouraged others by sharing some of the good things God has done over the past year.
Luke 1:0 - This morning we lit the 4th advent candle, as it’s the last Sunday before Christmas. We sang a few carols, Steve spoke from Luke 1 about Mary.
- Today was a special day for all of us who attended our joint Nativity & Christingle service. We were joined by children from the local community as well as those from within the Church, who all joined in with our Nativity scene uniquely narrated by Derek the Donkey (Matt) and Mabel the cow (Jane). Christingle's were handed to everyone by the children in what was a service to remember. Happy Christmas everyone.
- Steve spoke from (Hebrews 2:14-18) about the amazing plan of God to rescue humankind from our fear of sin, death and eternal damnation! Our challenge is to play our part in that plan.
- This morning marks the first Sunday of advent! We listened as Kate spoke from Luke about Elizabeth & Zachariah and Mary & Joseph, and how they trusted God.
- This morning was our All age service, and Jason presented the story of Samson through his amazing paintings. He shared how it was only after he was truly broken that he realised how much he needed God.
- Thank you to Chris and Paddy for sharing the amazing work of SAT-7 UK a Christian TV network doing great work in other countries.
John 3:16 - This morning at our remembrance service, we heard about the importance of remembrance services and recognising the sacrifice people made. We rang bells with others across the country, and also remembered the greatest sacrifice of all - John 3:16.
- This morning we celebrated birthdays, took Communion and spent time in prayer and worship. Lou spoke to us this morning about being confused and lacking in confidence. Referencing Nehemiah and Psalm 23, she showed us that Jesus is the shepherd who sits at the gate to protect us and bring us life.
- This morning, Rick Leaver shared with us his amazing life’s testimony, “He knew me before I woke up”. We prayed for him and wished him well for his return to Australia.
Genesis 11:1-9 - This morning Kate gave the message ‘Tables not Towers’. We shouldn’t be building towers where we barricade ourselves in, instead we should be laying tables, sharing food and love. Gods way.
- Jan encouraged us on how we can sow seeds about the gospel to the people we meet, and how that seed can grow.
- Liz Jermy visited us to preach about ‘Where is God when it hurts?!’ She drew on her own experience, and from the bible, to share the importance of knowing and relying on God throughout our own and other people’s suffering.
- Jason and his sketch board told us the story of 'Gideon and the Midianites' (Judges 6) in the amazing pictorial style that only he can deliver!
- Howard spoke to us about focusing on God, instead of all the distractions around us. He also reminded us that we are not alone in our struggles, and that we always have Jesus to turn to.
- Steve spoke this morning, about sacrificial love. In our daily relationships we should be prepared to sacrifice our time, energy and money and like Jesus, we should seek to serve in our relationships rather than be selfish and only thinking about what we can get out of them.
- We started with intimacy in worship at our 'All Age Service' to prepare us for Jason's explanation of Joshua, which he did as imaginatively and impeccably as always!
- Pauline gave a powerful, emotional, and challenging testimony of healing after 16 years in a wheelchair.
- This morning Mark from MAF UK, came to talk about their great work providing supplies all over the world, and sharing God’s love.
- Jason took us through, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. He shared with us the Old Testament link to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 6:19-24 - Steve preached on ‘where is your heart at?’ Are we putting God first, or are we serving other masters? “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” Matthew 6: 19-24
Psalms 23 - Howard spoke on Psalm 23 , how the Lord is indeed our Shepherd. From the first sung note to the last His presence was pure, holy and full of love and grace.
- Jan spoke about what it means to ‘Take up your cross’. We were challenged on ‘Are we sacrificially serving God? And are we putting God first, regardless of the cost?’
- Jason engaged with the children and adults alike as we learnt the meaning of the 10 commandments and how to remember them.
- Kate spoke about “Don’t look back in Anger”. God adores you and knows you by name and don’t allow the Devil to bring you down.
- Steve spoke about living in God’s strength and not our own. “Be strong and courageous! Don’t be afraid or discouraged because we have Lord our God to help us and fight our battles for us”. He challenged us by asking, when we are faced with challenges, do we put ourselves first or God first?
- It was our family service this morning and Jason spoke about the life of Moses with his great interactive illustrations.
John 14:12 - This Sunday we celebrated Pentecost with Jan speaking about how the Holy Spirit equips us to grow God’s Kingdom.
- Steve spoke this morning about “Blessed are the Merciful, for they will be shown Mercy”; unpacking what is mercy and how it links to forgiveness.
Matthew 5:10 - Lou spoke about the last Beatitude from Matthew 5:10-11, and about those who are still being persecuted around the world. “I have decided to follow Jesus, no turning back”!
- Nick came and spoke to us this morning about “Social action and Evangelism”. He challenged us on what can we do to help those in need? We can make a difference in people’s lives, whilst bringing them to Jesus.
- Grace spoke to us about victorious living and “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” through the stories of David and Jacob.
- Jason today continued with his once a month series through the Bible. Today was the incredible story of Joseph as a 'type of Christ'. Proclaimed, Tempted, Suffered, Exalted.
- We listened Dis as he talked about his recent (and future) travels to Bangladesh and Pakistan (and others!) He spoke all about the work he has been doing with Operation Mobilisation out there.
- HE IS RISEN! HALLELUJAH! This morning we met together for our Easter Service. It was great to see so many people there! Steve spoke about the real meaning of Easter and the truth that Jesus saves! He can break negative strong holds; he loves you; and he brings freedom. Easter is about the power of death and sin being broken by Jesus’ sacrifice. Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
Luke 19:28-38 - Lou explained how God goes ahead of us into every situation and provides. (Luke 19:28-38)
- Jason spoke about the Abrahamic Covenant and the importance of his faith in God. “On the hill of the Lord, God will provide”.
- Jan spoke about honouring our parents, some mums took part in a quiz and Steve had something special in a box.
Matthew 5:6 - Kate spoke about the 4th Beatitude, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” She challenged us asking “Are we really hungry for God, or are we filling up on other things?
- This morning Steve preached about the third Beatitude, “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Steve described what it means to be meek, (but also what it doesn’t mean!) and how relevant it still is for us today.
- Jason spoke about the Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, and about how we have a choice about what we do.
- Our speaker this morning was Peacey K., who shared her testimony and treated us to her song ‘Tawala Come and Reign’.