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| Previous PodcastsHere you can find messages given in the last 12 months or so in MP3 format for download to your iPod or other MP3 player, or for listening direct from the site. To listen to a message, just click on it; to download a message, right click on it and select 'save as' or 'save target as', depending on your browser. If you open the Bible search page on this site in either a new window or a new tab (right click the Bible search page button on the left and select either 'open in new window' or 'open in new tab' depending on which browser you are using), you can look up Bible references whilst listening to any message. Why Me? What have I done? A Christian can become confused, even angry, with God over injustice. Why is God unfair? - John Stettaford Given on the 24th of December, 2011 Wishing and sending best wishes to others is a very Christian thing to do. But Christians can do more than just send best wishes...... Wishing you best wishes - John Stettaford Given on the 10th of December, 2011 Today's Christian is surrounded by science in a society founded on science, not on religion. What should the Christian's approach and response be? By the light of perverted science - John Stettaford Given on the 26th of November, 2011 Many Christians have 'done' Bible study and find it boring. But in our walk with God we need to read it again anew. New Bible study - John Stettaford Given on the 30th October, 2011 Renewal is part and parcel of life and an important principle of our Christian lives. Renewal - a journey of change - Peter Noon Given on the 19th of November, 2011 There is much interest in scientific circles on a renewed interest in the end of the world. As Christians, we have a particular interest. The end of the world - John Stettaford Given on the 21st of October, 2011 A study of the Book of Psalms, chapter 7, verses 10 to 12 Bible Study - Psalms 7, 10-12 - John Stettaford Given on the 18th of November, 2011 Remembrance Day may lead us to ask: will there ever be real peace? For Christians the wait has ended. Will there ever be peace? - Robin Jones Given on the 12th of November, 2011 An expanded and revised exposition on the development of the Authorised Version (also called the King James Bible) focusing on the more obscure byways of history. The English Bible (part 1) - John Stettaford The English Bible (part 2) - John Stettaford Given on the 15th of October, 2011 The theology of substitution is a fancy name for a simple Christian concept. But it hides a deeper, fantastic truth that we need to know. The theology of substitution - John Stettaford Given on the 8th of October, 2011 There's more emphasis on prophecy these days. But what we should be getting out of prophecy is understanding that it proves that God's promises have come to pass. Prophecy - God's promises fulfilled - Peter Noon Given on the 1st of October, 2011 The Feast of Trumpets used to hold a particular meaning to us as Christians. But what does this day mean to good orthodox Jews and can we learn something from their understanding? A re-examination of the Day - John Stettaford Given on the 29th of September, 2011 The good news is that we have been left an unbelievable inheritance and it is secured, pledged and certain Our inheritance, the Kingdom of God - Mike Barlow Given on the 24th of September, 2011 We come to services for any number of reasons, but there are Biblical reasons for coming. Why are we here today? - John Stettaford Given on the 15th of September, 2011 The transformation of Peter from coward to whole hearted apostle of Jesus is to be an inspiration for us. What happened to change Peter? - David Silcox Given on the 10th of September, 2011 It's good news for us. When God makes an agreement, a covenant, we can trust Him. And we have a covenant. We are the covenant people - John Stettaford Given on the 3rd of September, 2011 There is much attention being drawn to predictions of the end of the world. Not by religion, but by the media, historians and scientists. We, upon whom the ends of the age are come - John Stettaford Given on the 27th of August, 2011 It's said to be impossible to re-capture first love, but that's not what Christ tells us........ Recapturing first love - John Stettaford Given on the 20th of August, 2011 This fellowship spends much time and effort on learning to give helpful sermons using expository preaching. The art and science of preaching - John Stettaford Given on the 6th of August, 2011 The lone Christian has many strikes against his religion and his ultimate success. Is your religion a replacement religion? - John Stettaford Given on the 30th of July, 2011 What you understand about God influences your relationship with God. What makes God smile? - Clinton Phillips Given on the 9th of July, 2011 So much of what Jesus says is considered impractical. Here's a typical example. How do I become as a little child? - John Stettaford Given on the 9th of July, 2011 God gives us 8 virtues to incorporate into our lives. If we do, they will transform our Christian lives. Examining the 8 virtues - Mike Barlow Given on the 16th of July, 2011 We're all familiar with the heros recorded in the Bible. But there are other heros and in this modern age, we are God's heros. Modern heros of God - John Stettaford Given on the 18th of June, 2011 There are many lessons to be learnt from the events of the Day of Pentecost at Sinai and in Jerusalem. Two Pentecosts: why 50 days? - John Stettaford Given on the 12th of June, 2011 Life is both predictable and unpredictable, but God is totally predictable. We can rely on God's consistency. That's excellent news! What God's consistent grace teaches us - Peter Noon Given on the 11th of June, 2011 Normally, ministers stress: 'trust God'. But equally of importance: can God trust you? Part of our walk with God is to help Him to find out...... But can God trust you? - John Stettaford Given on the 6th of June, 2011 Introducing the Book of Psalms, Part 3 - John Stettaford Introducing the Book of Psalms, Part 4 - John Stettaford Given on the 27th of May,2011 Once upon a time, a story of consequences. Unlooked for and unexpected....... A tale of consequences - John Stettaford Given on the 21st of May, 2011 We studied the Old Testament to find out what God wanted from us, but today we study the OT for an entirely different reason. Is the Old Testament still relevant for today's Christian? - John Stettaford Given on the 28th of May, 2011 For something like 350 years, the Authorised Version (KJV in the USA) held sway over all other translations. This story has more to it than just meets the eye. Happy Birthday, King James version! - John Stettaford Given on the 27th of April, 2011 We may come to services each week with all good intentions, but there's more to services, much more. Praising our God - John Stettaford Given on the 14th of May, 2011 Introducing the Book of Psalms, Part 1 - John Stettaford Introducing the Book of Psalms, Part 2 - John Stettaford Given on the 13th of May, 2011 Organised religion is under attack, but there are advantages, God tells us, of being part of an organised fellowship. Into the kingdom of light - Peter Noon Given on the 26th of April, 2011 We are to be married into Christ's 'firm' and we need to develop the necessary skills. And we've been given the tools to do just that. The forgotten tool of Christian meditation - John Stettaford Given on the 7th of May, 2011 God wants to know you better. If this is what He wants, surely He would give us help in His manual - the Bible. Building a relationship with God - John Stettaford Given on the 23rd of April 2011 As parents, we experience great joy at the birth of our children. Well, God does the same. We were planned for God's pleasure - Clinton Philips Given on the 19th of April 2011 Learning from the three Passovers found in scripture. They all confirm the identity of our Passover, Jesus Christ. The three Passovers of scripture - John Stettaford Given on the 19th of April 2011 Our annual Lord's Supper service is deeply meaningful to our members. You are invited to learn why. The annual Lord's Supper service - John Stettaford Given on the 17th of April, 2011 At spring time we naturally look to Christ as our Passover lamb sacrifice. But Christ actually embodies all the sacrifices. The sacrifices of Christ - John Stettaford Given on the 16th of April, 2011 We are promised by God that we will live for ever. But there is a secret to the fulfilment of that promise. How to live successfully for all eternity - Len Maylin Given on the 9th of April, 2011 The book of Esther seems to be out of odds with the rest of the Old Testament. Yet it shows that God deals with His people in different ways at different times. Lessons from Esther - Robin Jones Given on the 2nd of April, 2011 God is into recycling. The resurrection is God's ultimate for recycling human beings. But our understanding about the resurrection has changed over time. Insights into the resurrection - Tony Goudie Given on the 19th of March, 2011 We used to believe that our commission is found in Matthew 24:14. Today we use Matthew 28:19. What difference does this make for our fellowship and Christians in general? Matthew 24:14 as a commission - John Stettaford Given on the 12th of March, 2011 Understanding God's motivation can be difficult and also simple! Jesus revealed it; our own job is to follow it. The reason for everything - Clinton Phillips Given on the 26th of February, 2011 This world lives in a false reality - one where God doesn't exist. But even for Christians our grasp on reality is not as secure as we may suppose. Our real reality - John Stettaford Given on the 26th of February, 2011 Bible study of Revelation 19 (part 1) - John Stettaford Bible study of Revelation 19 (part 2) - John Stettaford Given on the 18th of March To resolve all the problems that plague Christians, the answer, as a total solution, is actually very simple. Jesus and Him resurrected - David Silcox Given on the 12th of February, 2011 There is much in the lives of Christians for us to be joyful. Not joy as the world understands, but so much more - divine love! Given on the 19th of February, 2011 When we understand that, as Christians we share Christ's present ministry, then how we behave even in church takes on a service quality. Evangelical worship - John Stettaford Given on the 5th of February, 2011 Jesus Christ is going to return! But before He does, certain events are prophesied concerning Him and over our part in His forthcoming Kingdom. The seventh trump - Len Maylin Given on the 29th of January, 2011 This fellowship owes a great deal to Herbert W Armstrong, even though much of what he taught has fallen behind us. But still his legacy is of importance to us. An appreciation of the life and legacy of Herbert W Armstrong - John Stettaford Given on the 22nd of January, 2011 Bible Study of Revelation 14: 14-15:8 (part 2) - John Stettaford Given on the 21st of January, 2011 Bible Study of Revelation 14: 14-15:8 (part 1) - John Stettaford Given on the 21st of January, 2011 Christian guilt saps our wills and faith - everything that we are. we need to understand........ Given on the 15th of January, 2011 In this life that we are passing through - see that you make the most of it! Seeing life from God's point of view (part 3) - Clinton Phillips Given on the 8th of January, 2011 Life isn't getting any easier. Things are not improving. If we are going to meet the challenges of 2011 we need to follow the Bible's advice Meeting the challenges of 2011 - Peter Noon Given on the 8th of January, 2011 Christianity is often a matter of seeing Christ always in control. But here and there His humanity shines through, giving us lessons to learn. And Christ marvelled.... John Stettaford Given on the 1st of January, 2011
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