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Is God our Father?
Boz Menzies considers the fatherhood of God and what this means for us; Colossians 1:1-14.
Pergamum
'...where Satan has his throne.' (Revelation 2:12-17). Boz Menzies explains the relevance of the Apostle John's message to this first century church.
How has God revealed himself?
Rob Campbell looks at three of the ways God reveals himself to us, described in Psalm 19.
The Promise
Boz Menzies looks at Jesus' presentation in the Temple, described in the second chapter of Luke's gospel, and what the reaction of Simeon and Anna says to us.
I am the Resurrection and the Life
Christianity is the resurrection religion! In this talk George Curry looks at what Jesus' meant when he said these words to Lazarus' sister, Martha. John 11:1-44.
'I am the good shepherd.'
John Landon looks at what his original hearers would have understood by Jesus words in John 10:11, and the message for us.
'I am the gate...'
David Ward explores the biblical resonances of Jesus' assertion in John 10:7.
'I am the light of the world'
Donald Macalister on John 9:1-12; Jesus' unique declaration that he alone is the light of the world.
'I am the bread of life'
Boz Menzies continues our series on the "I am..." sayings of Jesus by considering what Jesus meant when he called himself the Bread of Life in John 6:25-59.
Selfless Love, Future Promise
John Landon looks at the example of Ruth and what she teaches us about decision making and relationships (Ruth 4)
Jesus, Mary, Mary and Salome
John Landon considers the impact of Jesus' life, death and resurrection on three women's lives, and what we can learn from it. (Mark 16:1-8)
Jesus and the Centurion
We all have dark moments. On a day of dark remembrances (9.11), Boz Menzies considers the darkest day of all time, as described in Mark 15:33-41, and what God accomplished for us all through it.
Jesus and Pilate
Dave Ward explores some of the implications and challenges for us today of Jesus' trial before Pontius Pilate, as described in Mark 15:1-15.
Jesus and 9000 Strangers
How did Jesus relate to the crowds who came to hear him? Wes Erpen looks at two examples in Mark's gospel (Chapter 6:30-44 and 8:1-13) and draws out some of the lessons for us today.
A Dead Girl and a Sick Woman
...Demons, disease and death! Jesus' encounters death and long term sickness in Mark 5 21-43. In this talk Alex McIlhinney shows how relevant these still are for everyone of us today.
Jesus and Legion
How does Jesus bring life out of death? Ali Birkett gets to the root of the revolutionary encounter between Jesus and a man possessed by an entire legion of demons, described in Mark 5:1-20:
Jesus and the Disciples
Just what was 'The lesson on the lake' described in Mark 4:35-41? George Curry takes a look at the relationship between Jesus and his disciples.
...more on Jesus and the Pharisees
John Landon takes a further look at Jesus' encounter with the Pharisees; how does Jesus treat sinners? (Mark 2:13 -3:6)
Jesus and the Pharisees
Andy Simpson takes a detailed look at the Pharisees and contrasts Jesus' teaching on the Law. Mark 2 15-17.
Jesus and Peter
In our series on encounters with Jesus, Boz Menzies considers Peter's relationship with Jesus in Mark 1. 'To encounter Christ is to touch reality...'(John Stott)
Jesus and John the Baptist
Opening our new series on people who met Jesus, Rob Campbell looks at John the Baptist in Mark 1.1-11
Ruth
Ian Macleod on the third chapter of Ruth
Ruth
Boz Menzies continues out short series, looking at Chapter 2 of the Book of Ruth
Ruth
Donald Macallister looks at the first chapter of Ruth
God's Provision
Michael Guile on Philippians 4:10-23
Living at Peace with God
George Curry looks at Philippians 4
Standing Firm
David Ward on Philippians 3:12-4:1
God's Purposeful Creation
Donald Macallister on Psalm 139
Joy in Knowing Christ
Ali Birkett on Philippians 3
The Triumphal Entry
Rob Campbell combines Luke 19, Matthew 21 and Mark 11.
Encourage One Another!
Ian Coltart on Philippians 2:19-30
How God Works
...in us. Charles Holt looks at Philippians 2:12-18 and shows how we can obey, work, smile and rejoice!
Humility and Unity
Boz Menzies on Philippians 2:1-11
Your Will Be Done
David Ward looks at our part in God's coming Kingdom
Completing God's Work
Ali Birkett on Philippians 1:1-11
Romans 8
Charles Holt
A Glorious Future
Stephen Proctor looks at Romans 8.18-27
Power for Living
David Ward looks at God's power in Romans 8
Romans 5: 12-21
Boz Menzies on '...a paragraph pregnant with mystery.'
Believer's Baptism
An outward sign of an inward change. Ali Birkett preaches at Jackie's baptism, and on Psalm 86.
A New Beginning
Facing the challenges of the New Year together; David Ward on Heb 5:12-13; Eph 4:24; 2Cor 5:17; 1Cor 1:26-31
Jesus' Journey
Charles Holt on the amazing journey Jesus undertook for our sakes: John 1:1-18; Phil 2:5-11 and Col 1:15-20
Mary and Joseph's Journey
Donald Macallister
The Wise Mens' Journey
Boz Menzies on Matt 2:1-3
Justification by Faith
Rob Campbell on the 4th chapter of Paul's letter to the Roman church. Find out what faith is about, and what justification means.
BUT...
George Curry on the most important word in Paul's letter to the Romans (Romans 3.21-31)
The Law Condemns
Andy Simpson on Romans 3:1-20
The Jews and the Law
Charles Holt on Romans chapter 2
Romans 2 1-16
Boz Menzies
The First Chapter of Romans
Donald Macallister
Introducing Romans
George Curry on Paul's letter to the church at Rome
The Tabernacle
Robin Kent discusses the construction of the Tabernacle
The Tabernacle
John Landon on the message of the Tabernacle
The Battle Against Sin
Charles Holt considers the account of the golden calf in Exodus
Do not covet
Ali Birkett on the 19th commandment (Exodus 20)
Do not give false testimony
Donald Macallister on Exodus 20 verse 16; the 9th commandment.
Do not steal
Charles Holt on the 8th commandment
Do not commit adultery
George Curry talks on God's 7th commandment
You must not murder
Boz Menzies on the 6th commandment
Honour your parents
David Ward explores the implications of the 5th commandment for us today
Remember the Sabbath day
Charles Holt considers the relevance of the Fourth Commandment to modern living.
The Second Commandment
Stuart Evans with some thoughts about today's idols.
Introducing the Ten Commandments
Not just 'Thou shalt not': Charles Holt shows how God's law is an expression of his love for all of us.
Warfare
The struggle to depend on God. Dave Ward on Exodus 17
Testing
The stresses of modern life: relationships, money, children, elderly relatives, illness, depression...God's solution for people under pressure. John Landon (Exodus 17)
King at Last!
Dave Ward on 2 Samuel 4 and 5.
Almost There
George Curry examines how David coped with the waiting game...
Love Your Enemies
Donald Macallister explores this most difficult of Christian teachings, as displayed in the life of David (1Sam 24-26).
The Long Road to Kingdom
Charles Holt on 1Samuel chapters 21-23
Friendship
George Curry looks at freindship in 1 Samuel 19.
Plain Sailing
...or that's what you think! Ali Birkett on 1 Samuel 16:14-17:5
Choosing a Leader
Dave Ward considers the implications of 1 Samuel for us.
A King Rejected
Charles Holt on the rejection of King Saul by God
Palm Sunday
Michael Guile on how Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem was prophesied centuries before.
Mouth to Mouth Manipulation
Ali Birkett on paying taxes to Caesar in Matthew 22
YOU are Invited!
Ali Birkett on God's invitation to us all.
Hucksters and Hypocrites
Ali Birkett on Jesus' second cleansing of the Temple, described in Matt 21.
Risky Love
Ali Birkett looks at John 12 and asks how far we are prepared to go for Jesus.
...more Journeys with Jesus
Ali Birkett looks at Jesus' sending out of 72 disciples in Luke 10.
Journeys with Jesus
Charles Holt shares the journey in Luke 4
Hope
Ali Birkett with some reflections on the theme of hope in the life of the believer
Luke 3
Dave Ward on John's Advent message for us
Obedience...eventually
Michael Guile on Jonah
Psalm 73
Charles Holt on Psalm 73
How is it between you and the Lord?
Ali Birkett on Psalm 51
Teamwork
Ali Birkett
Are you listening?
Ali Birkett on Samuel
Gideon
Michael Guile on Judges 6
The Vine and the Branches
Harvest Festival at Southview
Moses
Michael Guile on Moses
Genesis 3
Ali Birkett preaches on the Fall.
Hope in God
In Ken Brown's last service at Southview, Ali Birkett preaches.
The Second Coming for the First Christians
Ken Brown on quality faith...
The Resurrection
Just how important is the physical resurrection of Jesus? Here Ken Brown looks at what this much debated Christian doctrine really means.
Jesus is Lord
The apostle Peter called Jesus 'The Christ, the Son of the Living God' (Matthew 16:16) but what did Jesus mean by his reply: '...on this rock I will build my church'? In this talk Ken Brown examines the implications for us of this foundational statement of the Christian faith.
Hope in a Climate of Fear
This guest talk by Alec McLellan deals with some key topical challenges for Christians in Britain today, referring to John 14:1-7.
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