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5 July 2026 · Will Sopwith

What If Christianity Was Never About the Rules

Most of us carry a quiet assumption that we have to sort our lives out before we'd ever be welcome at God's table. In this talk from our Jesus the Revolutionary series, Will Sopwith walks through the moment Jesus calls Levi the tax collector and then sits down to eat with the very people everyone had written off. No bar to clear first. No list of fixes. Just an invitation offered mid-mess. Drawing on the tyranny of the school cafeteria and the story of Pandita Ramabai, Will shows a Jesus who won't stay in his lane, and asks who we'd share a table with.

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Jesus the Revolutionary
28 June 2026 · Matt Edmundson
Stop Shrinking to Fit In
Most of us are experts at fitting in. We read the room, clock what's expected, and quietly file off the bits of us that don't match. Matt Edmundson explores why we do it, what it costs, and what Jesus actually meant when he called his followers "the salt of the earth". From a near-miss on a London Underground escalator to a car crash where one ordinary man turned into the Hulk, this is a look at Matthew 5 that says something surprisingly freeing — you were never meant to blend in. You're here to change the flavour of the room.
Jesus the Revolutionary
21 June 2026 · Dave Connolly
Stop Trying So Hard to Be Good Enough
Most of us carry a quiet belief that we have to get our act together before God would want anything to do with us. Guest speaker Dave Connolly looks at the moment Jesus called four ordinary fishermen off their boats with two words, "Follow me", and they went. No qualifications. No clean-up first. We explore why following Jesus is about surrender rather than striving, what the nets are that we won't put down, and how "I will make you fishers of men" takes the pressure off us and puts it on Him. Real faith for people who feel like they'll never be good enough.
Jesus the Revolutionary
14 June 2026 · Sharon Edmundson
Why Jesus Tells Worried People to Go Bird Watching
Worry is the background noise of modern life, so it's striking that Jesus tells anxious people to look at the birds and the wildflowers. In this talk from the Jesus the Revolutionary series, Sharon walks through Matthew 6:25-34, showing how creation is evidence of a generous God who provides, and why seeking His kingdom first frees us from the endless chase for security. With honest stories of provision, suffering and trust, plus a reminder to take life one day at a time, it's an invitation to stop striving and start trusting the One who feeds the birds.
Jesus the Revolutionary
7 June 2026 · Mike Harris
Why God Doesn't Just Fix It
When we're in pain, we want God to fix it, not sit with us in it. In this talk on John 11, Mike Harris looks at why Jesus deliberately waited two days before raising Lazarus, then wept at the graveside. His anger was at death itself, which was never God's intention, and our grief reflects God's own heart. Drawing on losing his own dad, Mike explores why we're so uncomfortable with sadness and what grieving people actually need. The community unpacks how to show up well. The message is simple — you don't have to fix grief, and if you're grieving, you're not a problem to be fixed.
Jesus the Revolutionary
31 May 2026 · Ade Birkby
When Having Everything Isn't Enough
Ade Birkby explores what success is actually for, using the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 as his guide. Zacchaeus was the most powerful, wealthy man in Jericho — and the most isolated. Jesus called him by name, went to his house, and something shifted. The community unpacks why honest, hard-earned success is not unbiblical, but why its purpose is generosity and community, not accumulation. With honest conversation about discipline, desire, and the cost of real giving, this is a talk for anyone who's wondered why having more hasn't made them feel like enough.
Jesus the Revolutionary
24 May 2026 · Dave Connolly
When Trying Harder Stops Working
Dave Connolly unpacks Matthew 11:28 — Jesus's invitation to all who are weary and burdened. In a culture that prizes hustle and self-improvement, Dave names the cost: Christians running on empty, trying to serve God on fumes. The way out isn't more effort but movement toward Jesus. He walks through what it means to take Jesus's yoke — to learn from him, to be discipled by the older ox who knows the way, to align our lives with grace rather than performance. We can't earn rest. It's a gift. The only thing required is to come.
17 May 2026
Why a Dying Pastor Calls These His Best Years
Allan Finnegan was given two months to live in January. He says these are his best years — and means it. The Baptist minister, stand-up comedian and author of 'I Didn't Ask For Any Of This' tells Matt how comedy saved his faith, why he tried to engineer being sacked from the ministry, and what he's learning about finishing well — even now, with terminal cancer.
Jesus the Revolutionary
17 May 2026 · Dan Orange
When Busy Becomes a Hiding Place
There's a version of busy that everyone can see. The packed calendar, the unanswered messages, the inbox you've stopped pretending you'll catch up on. And then there's the other kind. The quieter, more respectable busy. The one you reach for when there's something you don't want to face — a difficult conversation, a prompt you can't quite explain to anyone else, a moment where you sense you should stop and you really, really don't want to. This week at Crowd, Dan Orange asked if we have heard the "are you a Mary or a Martha?" framing before? Be more Mary.
Jesus the Revolutionary
10 May 2026 · Will Sopwith
When God Seems Too Calm About Your Crisis
Will Sopwith took us into Mark 4 this week — the moment Jesus calmed the storm on the lake. We looked at the version of faith we've quietly been sold (a magic charm, an insurance policy, priority boarding to heaven) and the version Jesus actually offered, which is harder and better. Faith isn't a way to dodge storms. It's the discovery that Jesus is *in* the storm with us — fully God, fully caring, and unwilling to abandon us to our fears. Stories from Glencoe, Dunkirk, and a foggy road one November morning made it real.
Jesus the Revolutionary
3 May 2026 · Mark Buchannan
When You've Prayed for Years and Nothing's Changed
When you've prayed for years and nothing's changed, Mark 5 offers a quiet kind of company. Mark Buchannan walks us through the woman who reached for the corner of Jesus' cloak after twelve years of suffering — and what it means that hundreds were bumping into Jesus that day, but only one had an encounter. With honest reflections from Dave (still ill, still trusting) and Mark (whose mum lived and died believing God heals), this is hope without hype for anyone still waiting.
Jesus the Revolutionary
26 April 2026 · Mike Harris
When You Don't Fit at Church
Mike Harris unpacks the moment Jesus reaches out and touches a man with leprosy in Mark 1 — a man who shouldn't have been near anyone, let alone a teacher with crowds following him. Mike traces three interlocking outsider stories: the leper who came at the wrong time, in the wrong place, with nothing to bring; the kids no one picked for football (Mike admits he was the cruel captain); and the woman on his street he instinctively crossed the road to avoid. The talk lands on the leper's question — "if you are willing" — and Jesus's two-word answer.
Jesus the Revolutionary
19 April 2026 · Dave Connolly
When You're Tired of Hiding
Dave Connolly unpacks the story of the woman at the well in John 4 — a woman who came to draw water at noon, in the hottest part of the day, to avoid the people she was ashamed to face. This talk explores what happens when Jesus goes out of his way to meet someone who is hiding, and what it means to be fully known and fully welcomed at the same time. Dave shares honestly about the areas we leave untouched, the way shame pushes us into isolation, and why being seen by Jesus can be the start of real freedom.
Jesus the Revolutionary
12 April 2026 · Matt Edmundson
The Jesus Nobody Warned You About
Most of us are walking around with a version of Jesus we've never really questioned. Gentle. Meek. Mild. Safely on a postage stamp. Matt Edmundson opens our new Jesus the Revolutionary series by asking what if the Jesus we think we know isn't the one who actually showed up? In Luke 4, Jesus walks into His hometown, announces freedom for everyone including His enemies, and nearly gets thrown off a cliff. The real Jesus is fiercely loving — too kind to leave us where we are, too disruptive to be a cosmic therapist. This is the start of a yearlong look at the Jesus we've been missing.
Easter Messages
5 April 2026 · Dan Orange
What If the Easter Story Is Actually True?
Dan examines the historical evidence for the resurrection this Easter, from the women who discovered the empty tomb to the 500 eyewitnesses Paul records. Using the remarkable life cycle of the dragonfly, he illustrates how Jesus' rising shows us what true transformation looks like. Not a different person, but the same person fully alive. The question he leaves us with is simple and unavoidable. What if it's actually true?
Easter Messages
29 March 2026 · Ade Birkby
Facing the Unfaceable
What do you do when life hits hard and God doesn't step in the way you expected? Ade Birkby takes us to the Garden of Gethsemane — an industrial olive press, not a peaceful park — and shows us a Jesus who was honest about his anguish, cried out to God with everything he had, and then chose to walk towards the cross when escape was right there. This Easter talk explores why God isn't a shelter from hardship but promises to be with us through it, why unmet expectations drive people from faith, and how community and one-day-at-a-time trust can carry us through.
Becoming Whole
22 March 2026 · Dave Connolly
You Don't Need Money to Leave a Legacy
Dave Connolly challenges the assumption that legacy requires wealth. Drawing from Proverbs, the stories of Timothy, Ruth, and his own experience, he argues that the most lasting inheritance is built through consistent faith, honest relationships, and the stories we pass down. John Birch adds powerful personal testimony about unconditional love, and the Conversation Street discussion tackles generational trauma, mentoring, and legacy without children. The message is start building now, with what you have.
Becoming Whole
15 March 2026 · Will Sopwith
When Your Wealth Defines Your Worth — Money, Value, and What God Actually Thinks
Will Sopwith explores what the Bible actually says about wealth and poverty in Part 4 of Crowd's money series. Using the contrasting stories of John D. Rockefeller and St. Francis of Assisi, he unpacks why money has become a false measure of human worth — and why God sees things very differently. Drawing on research into privilege, cognitive bandwidth, and the empathy-eroding effects of wealth, Will makes a case that is both challenging and quietly hopeful. Net worth, it turns out, doesn't change your worth.
Becoming Whole
8 March 2026 · Matt Edmundson
Your Money Has a Grip on You
Why does giving feel like losing? Matt Edmundson unpacks the monkey trap of money — how our grip on what we have keeps us stuck. Drawing on Paul's letters to the Corinthian church, the story of the widow's two coins, and his own journey through debt and freedom, Matt explores what happens when grace — not guilt — becomes the foundation of generosity. Featuring honest conversation about whether comfort kills the adventure of giving, and why generosity reaches far beyond your wallet to your time, talent and tongue.
Becoming Whole
1 March 2026 · Mike Harris
When Work Feels Like All You Are
Mike Harris challenges two cultural myths about work: that it's just a means to earn money, or that it defines who you are. Drawing from Genesis, he argues that work existed before the fall and was always meant to be an act of worship — creating order, beauty, and service for God's glory. The real question isn't what you do, but who you're doing it for.
Becoming Whole
22 February 2026 · Pete Farrington
When Enough Is Never Enough
Pete Farrington opens a new series on money by arguing that Jesus treats wealth as a rival master competing for our loyalty — not a neutral tool. Drawing on Matthew 6, 1 Timothy 6, and Psalm 49, this session challenges us to examine whether money serves us or masters us, and to see ourselves as stewards rather than owners of everything we hold. Conversation Street adds personal stories of trusting God through financial uncertainty, and honest reflection on the everyday tension between enjoying what we have and not being owned by it.
Becoming Whole
15 February 2026 · Sharon Edmundson
Dating isn't shopping
In this Crowd Church conversation, Sharon introduces the idea of "covenant dating" — an ancient framework built on shared values, character revealed in the mundane, and the wisdom of community. She also shares the moment she turned down someone she was genuinely attracted to, and why she's never regretted it.
Becoming Whole
8 February 2026 · Dave Connolly
When Submission Feels Dangerous And Why Authority Was Meant to Protect You
The word "submission" triggers strong reactions — and often for good reason. Dave Connolly explores why biblical submission was never designed to suppress or control, but to protect and bless. From marriage and church leadership to government and community, discover what healthy authority looks like, how to spot when it's gone wrong, and why the thing we're most tempted to run from might actually be the safest place to be.
Becoming Whole
1 February 2026 · Dan Orange
When Opening Your Door Feels Risky
Dan Orange challenges our overcomplicated view of hospitality in this Becoming Whole talk. From Abraham running to meet strangers to the paralysed man's roof being ripped apart, scripture shows that genuine welcome rarely happens in perfect conditions. With practical wisdom from Conversation Street — including the brilliant concept of "fridge rights" — discover why the best hospitality is simple, why receiving matters as much as giving, and why sometimes all we need to do is not walk past.
Becoming Whole
25 January 2026 · Mike Harris
Loving Your Neighbour, Even When You Don't Like Them
What do you do when the person you're called to love is the last person you'd choose to help? Mike Harris unpacks the Good Samaritan story with uncomfortable honesty, admitting he's nowhere near where he wants to be. Discover why Jesus chose an enemy as his hero, how costly love was built into God's design from the beginning, and practical ways to let God change your heart toward difficult people. This isn't about trying harder—it's about receiving more.
Becoming Whole
18 January 2026 · Matt Edmundson
Real Friends Are Rare. And Worth It.
We have more friends than ever, but feel more alone than any generation before us. Matt Edmundson explores what true friendship actually looks like - the kind forged through time, grace, and covenant. Drawing from Jesus's friendship with Peter and his own experience of friendships that survived (and one that didn't), discover why real friends are rare, and absolutely worth pursuing.
Miscellaneous
12 January 2026 · Matt Edmundson
When Trying Harder Isn't Working
What do you do when everything you know stops working? Matt Edmundson explores the story of the disciples rowing through a nine-hour storm - professional fishermen whose expertise meant nothing against the waves. Through Peter's impossible request to walk on water and Jesus climbing into their boat, we discover the difference between pointless exhaustion and purposeful struggle. Sometimes the failure of our competence is the invitation to experience something beyond it.
Miscellaneous
4 January 2026 · Matt Edmundson
When Achieving More Leaves You Empty
Matt Edmundson unpacks why achieving our goals often leaves us feeling empty. Using Paul's shipwreck story and the image of "shadow boxing through life," he explores the exhausting difference between writing our own story and discovering we're characters in God's much bigger one. Practical wisdom on finding your part through scripture, community, and prayer - plus honest conversation about fear, ambition, and ladders leaning against wrong walls.
Christmas Message
21 December 2025 · Matt Edmundson
What If There Was Room for You All Along?
What if the nativity story we grew up with isn't quite right? Matt Edmundson explores how the Greek word for "inn" actually means "guest room"—and what happens when we realise Jesus wasn't born into cold rejection, but into a crowded family home where people made room. This message challenges our tendency toward "preemptive rejection" and reveals a God who opens the door to anyone who knocks. Not because we've earned it, but because Jesus paid the price to keep it open.
Christmas Message
14 December 2025 · Ade Birkby
The Nativity's Unsung Hero
What can the most overlooked character in the nativity story teach us about service, success, and what really matters? Ade Birkby makes the case for the Christmas donkey—faithful, hardworking, and content to step back once the job was done. In our age of main character syndrome, these might be exactly the traits we need to rediscover.
Christmas Message
7 December 2025 · Dan Orange
Planning the Nativity
Dan Orange draws surprising parallels between our Christmas planning and God's extraordinary preparation for the first Christmas. From prophecies given 700 years in advance to stars positioned at creation, this talk reveals the meticulous love behind the nativity story - and reminds us that the same God who planned Christmas also planned you.
Becoming Whole
30 November 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Everyone Needs a Father, So Who Wants to Be One
We're drowning in podcasts, opinions, and experts telling us how to live — yet we've never felt more lost. Matt Edmundson unpacks Paul's observation that we have "countless guides but not many fathers." The difference? Guides offer influence without investment. Fathers know your name, walk with you for life, and genuinely cheer when you surpass them. Through personal stories of spiritual fatherhood and practical wisdom from Conversation Street, discover why what we really need isn't more content — it's more dads.
Becoming Whole
23 November 2025 · Matt Edmundson
When Following Jesus Alone Leaves You Empty (Why Christian Community Matters)
Ever feel like you're doing all the right spiritual things but still running on empty? Matt Edmundson explores why faith was never meant to be a solo journey. Using the powerful analogy of two lungs - our relationship with God and our relationship with community - discover why the early church devoted themselves to koinonia and what that looks like for us today. With honest stories about church hurt, practical tips for building connection, and zero guilt trips about getting it perfect.
Becoming Whole
16 November 2025 · Mark Buchannan
Your Faith Feels Like It Should Be More
Mark Buchanan draws a powerful distinction between pupils who collect knowledge and disciples who develop Christ's character. Drawing on Jesus' selection of his unlikely twelve disciples, Mark challenges us to move beyond cultural Christianity to a radical commitment. Featuring honest conversations about busyness, hard seasons, and what discipleship actually looks like in practice \- from one-to-one relationships to peer groups to life-on-life proximity. No programmes, just the invitation to go as radical as you dare, then push a bit harder.
Becoming Whole
9 November 2025 · Dave Connolly
How to Shape Grandchildren Who Will Remember Your Faith and Legacy
Dave Connolly unpacks the story of Lois, Eunice, and Timothy - three generations where a grandmother's sincere faith shaped her family's future. This wasn't a perfect family, but authentic faith rippled through messy circumstances to create a lasting legacy. Discover how grandparents today can shape grandchildren through genuine relationships rather than religious performance, practical stories of God's faithfulness, and intentional presence that values connection over control. From working with other grandparents to writing your story before it's too late, this message offers hope for leaving a faith legacy worth catching.
Becoming Whole
2 November 2025 · Mike Harris
When Your Sibling Gets Everything
Sibling rivalry doesn't end at 18. Mike Harris unpacks the often-overlooked older brother in the Prodigal Son story—the one who did everything right but felt invisible. Through honest conversation about favouritism, resentment, and comparison, discover how understanding your true identity as God's beloved child transforms even your most complicated family relationships. Because grace isn't just for the wayward - it's for the faithful who feel overlooked, too.
Becoming Whole
26 October 2025 · Jenny Mariner
When Your Parents Won't Let Go
Honouring parents sounds straightforward until real life gets messy. Jenny Mariner unpacks the difference between childhood obedience and lifelong honour, tackling tough questions about controlling, absent, and boundary-setting parents. Discover why the biblical command to honour isn't about perfection or performance, but about finding peace in accepting your parents' limits whilst creating healthy relationships. With honest stories from teaching, parenting, and personal family dynamics, this is practical wisdom for navigating complicated family relationships with grace.
Becoming Whole
19 October 2025 · Sharon Edmundson
Biblical Motherhood And Why It Looks Different To What You May Think
Sharon Edmundson challenges cultural narratives that leave women feeling like they can't win. Through four biblical principles and three practical roles, she shows how motherhood reveals God's character. From honest stories about mum guilt to addressing childlessness and complicated parent relationships, this conversation offers grace-filled wisdom for wherever you are in your motherhood journey - whether as a daughter, a mother, or somewhere in between.
Becoming Whole
12 October 2025 · Will Sopwith
The Biblical Father and the Roles of Prophet, Priest and King
Will Sopwith unpacks three biblical roles that transform fatherhood: prophet, priest, and king. Moving beyond cultural stereotypes of absent or useless fathers, discover what Scripture actually says about your distinct role as dad. From managing exhaustion and work pressures to navigating your kids' choices and your own failures, this honest exploration offers hope and practical wisdom for fathers at every stage. Because it's never too late to step into the father your kids actually need.
Becoming Whole
5 October 2025 · Matt Edmundson
What If You're Wrong About Being Right? (Conflict Resolution in Marriage)
Wrestling with conflict in your marriage or relationships? Matt Edmundson challenges our cultural obsession with being right, exposing how we've forgotten how to communicate. Discover the biblical framework that transforms winners and avoiders into people who value connection over correctness - plus practical wisdom on handling phones, political differences, and the "we're not compatible" excuse.
Becoming Whole
28 September 2025 · Matt Edmundson
When She Leads and He Follows (Biblical Marriage Roles)
Biblical marriage roles aren't about outdated stereotypes or oppressive hierarchies. Matt Edmundson unpacks what headship and submission actually mean, revealing a revolutionary framework where husbands wear crowns of thorns, not gold, and both spouses compete to put each other first. Through mutual submission and servant leadership, marriage becomes what God intended: nobody loses, everybody wins. Discover the freedom that comes when we embrace God's original design rather than cultural caricatures.
Becoming Whole
21 September 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Is Marriage Outdated or Just Misunderstood?
What makes marriage different from just living together? Matt Edmundson tackles this head-on, sharing how his broken thinking about marriage was transformed by understanding God's original design. From leaving and holding fast to becoming one flesh, discover why covenant marriage isn't outdated \- it's timeless. Includes honest conversation about complicated situations, the difference between covenant and contract, and practical wisdom from 27 years of marriage.
Becoming Whole
14 September 2025 · Dave Connolly
What Makes Someone a Friend of God
Dave Connolly explores what it means to move from being God's servant to becoming his friend. Through biblical examples like Moses and Abraham, discover how the God who created the universe genuinely desires personal relationship with you. Real friendship requires investment, trust, and honesty - qualities God demonstrates toward us and wants us to extend to others. This isn't about religious performance but about believing God's heart toward you and responding to his invitation for genuine relationship.
Becoming Whole
7 September 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Why God Chose to Adopt You (And Why it Changes Everything)
Matt Edmundson explores why God uses adoption language to describe our relationship with him, revealing how Roman adoption was actually more secure than natural birth. When you understand you're not accidentally God's child but intentionally chosen and permanently his, it changes everything about how you approach faith, failure, and daily life. Stop performing for acceptance you already have, and start living from the security of being his forever.
Sacred Rhythms
31 August 2025 · Sharon Edmundson
The Ultimate Fresh Start —The Year of Jubilee (Sacred Rhythms Part 5)
Imagine the government cancelling your mortgage, clearing your debts, and giving you a fresh start - for free. Sharon Edmundson explores the Year of Jubilee, God's radical 50-year reset system that prevented permanent poverty and gave people hope. Discover how Jesus transformed this ancient practice into everyday freedom, and find practical ways to experience your own jubilee reset in relationships, with God, and in how you use what you've been given.
Sacred Rhythms
24 August 2025 · Dan Orange
When Being Connected Doesn't Stop You Feeling Alone (Sacred Rhythms Part 4)
Dan Orange explores how the original Pentecost offers solutions for modern loneliness. Despite being globally connected, we often feel isolated and unheard. Discover how authentic community requires more than a shared location - it needs a shared purpose, genuine authenticity, and sacrificial first fruits. Real togetherness costs us our independence but offers something our souls actually crave.
Sacred Rhythms
17 August 2025 · Pete Farrington
The Unleavened Life and Finding Freedom By Carrying Less (Sacred Rhythms Part 3)
Pete Farrington explores the ancient Feast of Unleavened Bread as a model for spiritual freedom. Rather than just decluttering our homes, Pete challenges us to identify what's spiritually mastering our hearts. Using the story of the rich young man and his own struggles with phone habits, Pete offers practical wisdom for discovering "superior joy in Christ" over temporary satisfactions.
Sacred Rhythms
10 August 2025 · Ade Birkby
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Chaos (Sacred Rhythms Part 2)
Feeling overwhelmed by constant negative news and global uncertainty? Ade Birkby explores how biblical wisdom offers a completely different approach to chaos than our anxiety-driven culture. Through personal experience with his wife's chronic illness, discover three ancient principles that bring peace without denying reality - viewing uncertainty through eternal perspective, choosing what shapes your mind, and embracing simple rest over complex holidays.
Sacred Rhythms
3 August 2025 · Matt Edmundson
When Life Rewrites Your Summer Plans (Sacred Rhythms Part 1)
When life disrupted Matt Edmundson's carefully planned summer rhythms - including his annual retreat to a US lake house - a cancer diagnosis taught him something profound about rest. Discover how God's ancient threefold rhythm of daily purpose, weekly Sabbath, and seasonal celebration offers a sustainable alternative to our modern cycle of burnout and escape. Sacred rhythms aren't about perfect circumstances but divine appointments that can happen anywhere - even hospital waiting rooms.
Becoming Whole
27 July 2025 · Dan Orange
#37 Bible Based Nutrition and What Jesus Teaches us About Food (Body Wholeness Part 4)
Dan Orange shares how a doctor's warning about cholesterol led to a deeper understanding of biblical nutrition. Rather than rules and restrictions, discover how food reveals God's creativity and how honouring him with our bodies is about stewardship, not perfection. From saying grace with fresh eyes to building community around the dinner table, this talk transforms how we think about what we eat.
Becoming Whole
20 July 2025 · Mike Harris
#36 Biblical Insights into Exercise and Sleep (Body Wholeness Part 3)
Former PE teacher Mike Harris challenges our culture's approach to exercise and sleep. Rather than seeing them as ways to increase our value, what if they're opportunities to worship God with bodies that are already infinitely precious? Discover how changing your "why" transforms everything - from morning workouts becoming acts of worship to sleepless nights becoming opportunities for deeper trust.
Becoming Whole
13 July 2025 · Jenny Mariner
#35 Faith vs. Medicine? The Bible on Healing & Chronic Illness
Jenny Mariner explores the complex reality of healing and chronic illness from a biblical perspective. She unpacks why God sometimes heals miraculously and sometimes doesn't, how faith and medicine work together, and what it means to trust God when healing doesn't come. Through honest conversation about personal struggles and scripture, discover how to find hope in the "messy middle" between God's promises and life's harsh realities.
Becoming Whole
6 July 2025 · Matt Edmundson
#34 Gods Radical Truth About Your Body (Becoming Whole Series)
Discover why your body matters more than you think in God's design. Moving beyond the extremes of body worship and body denial, explore the radical biblical truth that your physical self is a temple of the Holy Spirit, bearing God's image. Learn practical ways to honour God with your body while finding freedom from cultural pressures and wrong thinking about physical existence.
Becoming Whole
29 June 2025 · Dave Connolly
#33 Emotional Resilience and How To Bounce Back Stronger
Discover what emotional resilience really means beyond motivational clichés. Dave Connolly unpacks Paul's powerful testimony in 2 Corinthians 4, revealing that true strength isn't about never breaking—it's about carrying extraordinary treasure in ordinary, cracked clay jars. Learn why acknowledging struggles rather than masking them is essential for genuine resilience, how having a mission bigger than yourself fuels perseverance, and the liberating difference between healed scars and open wounds. This honest exploration challenges the "performance gospel" that keeps us isolated in our struggles and offers a hope with substance, not wishful thinking, but confident expectation based on who God is.
Becoming Whole
22 June 2025 · Anna Kettle
#32 Rediscovering the Power of Sabbath for Body and Soul
In our badge-of-honour busy culture, the ancient practice of Sabbath offers a radical alternative. Far more than just "having Sundays off," true Sabbath is a God-designed rhythm of rest that nurtures our whole being. This week’s service explores the biblical foundations of the Sabbath, debunks common misconceptions, and examines how intentional rest can transform our mental health in an increasingly connected world. With practical tips for implementation and real-life examples from our church family, discover why Sabbath isn't just another commitment to squeeze in—it's a life-giving gift that reminds us we're loved for who we are, not what we produce. Perhaps the real question isn't whether you have time to Sabbath, but whether you can afford not to.
Becoming Whole
15 June 2025 · Will Sopwith
#31 Biblical Hope That Transforms Mental Wellbeing
In this week’s Crowd talk, Will Sopwith explores how biblical hope differs from mere wishful thinking. Through the remarkable story of the 2010 Chilean mining disaster, he illustrates how hope becomes most powerful in our darkest moments.Unlike the fleeting optimism our culture often promotes, biblical hope functions as "an anchor for the soul" – steady and unmovable regardless of circumstances. Will shows how this transformative hope can grow through suffering, become a daily discipline, and sustain us even on those inexplicable "black dog days" when motivation vanishes.Discover practical ways to cultivate authentic hope and how community carries us when our personal reserves are depleted.
Becoming Whole
8 June 2025 · Sharon Edmundson
#30 How to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life
Can a Christian still battle negative thought patterns? This week, Sharon unpacks what true mind renewal looks like - a process far deeper than self-help techniques. Discover the biblical framework for transforming your thinking and why many believers still struggle despite years of faith.Through real-life stories and practical wisdom, learn how to partner with the Holy Spirit to rewire destructive thought patterns. This isn't about trying harder but allowing God to update your mental "software." If you've felt trapped by the same fears, insecurities or harmful beliefs, this honest exploration offers genuine hope for lasting freedom.
Becoming Whole
1 June 2025 · Mark Buchannan
#29 Mental Well-Being Through Cultivating the Mind of Christ
Ever wondered how Jesus slept peacefully during a raging storm while experienced fishermen feared for their lives? This thought-provoking blog explores how cultivating "the mind of Christ" transforms our mental well-being. Not through positive thinking or changed circumstances, but through accessing God's perspective via the Holy Spirit. Discover the profound difference between worldly calm and biblical "shalom" – a deep-seated wholeness that transcends our situations. Through personal stories, practical steps and honest conversations about 3am anxieties, learn how to replace fear-based thought patterns with God's truth. Perfect for anyone seeking authentic peace that doesn't depend on perfect circumstances.
Becoming Whole
25 May 2025 · Matt Edmundson
#28 How Biblical Thankfulness Rewires Your Brain andTransforms Mental Health
Biblical thankfulness goes far beyond positive thinking or toxic positivity. In this week’s livestream, we explore the neurological science behind gratitude and how it physically rewires your brain for improved mental health. Learn why giving thanks "in" all circumstances (not "for" them) creates a foundation for wholeness that transcends your situation. Through five practical disciplines, find out how genuine thankfulness anchored in God's unchanging character—not your changing circumstances—can transform your entire outlook on life. A refreshingly honest look at cultivating gratitude that works in both good times and challenging seasons.
Becoming Whole
18 May 2025 · Dan Orange
#27 How to Rewire Your Anxious Mind
In this week’s services, we look at anxiety through a biblical lens, discover how Jesus himself navigated overwhelming worry in Gethsemane. Beyond the well-worn "be anxious for nothing" platitude, we unpack practical strategies for transforming anxious thoughts through prayer, mindfulness and intentional focus. Learn why feeling anxious isn't sinful, how to shape worries into prayers, and experience the peace that "surpasses all understanding" even when circumstances remain unchanged. Perfect for anyone seeking authentic Christian approaches to mental wellbeing in our information-overloaded world.
Becoming Whole
11 May 2025 · Dave Connolly
#26 Letting Go of the Past and Finding Freedom in Christ
In this week’s service, Pastor Dave Connolly explores the liberating power of "forgetting what lies behind" from Philippians 3. Using the compelling analogy of marathon runners who stumble when looking backwards, Dave challenges us to fix our gaze firmly on Jesus rather than our past hurts and disappointments. Through practical wisdom and biblical truth, he dismantles cultural messages like "follow your heart" that keep us trapped, offering instead a vision of actively letting go while pressing forward. This isn't about denying painful experiences but choosing to release their power over us. Whatever you're facing today, Jesus stands ready, not just at the finish line but alongside you, coaching and believing in you every step of the way.
Becoming Whole
4 May 2025 · Sharon Edmundson
#25 The Power of Forgiveness
Discover the transformative power of genuine forgiveness in this thought-provoking exploration by Sharon Edmundson. Moving beyond common misconceptions, Sharon dispels myths about what forgiveness truly means while sharing her personal journey through anger and hurt. Through Jesus' parable of the unforgiving servant, we uncover the beautiful exchange at the heart of the gospel – our immeasurable debt paid in full. The talk offers practical tools for processing forgiveness, including a simple five-column worksheet to guide you from identifying hurts to releasing debts. Whether you're wrestling with deep wounds or everyday slights, this honest conversation provides a roadmap to the radical freedom that comes when we choose to let go.
Becoming Whole
27 April 2025 · Matt Edmundson
#24 What We Learned About Biblical Wholeness And Where We Go Next
After exploring Genesis, we're jumping back into our "Becoming Whole" series with fresh energy. Matt recapped our journey through spiritual health – our identity in Christ, Christ living in us, abundant life, purpose, the fruit of the Spirit, and spiritual disciplines. Now we're ready to climb higher into the branches of soul health, exploring our mind, will, and emotions. With the trunk of our tree strong, we're positioned to tackle forgiveness, letting go of the past, and building emotional resilience. Biblical wholeness isn't self-improvement—it's receiving God's transformative work in every area of our lives.
Easter Messages
20 April 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Why We Celebrate That He Is Risen
Easter isn't just about chocolate eggs—it's about the revolutionary moment that changed history forever. When the tomb was found empty and the angel declared, "He is not here. He has risen," everything transformed. The resurrection isn't merely a happy ending to a sad story; it's the cornerstone of Christian faith. Through it, sin was conquered, death defeated, and we were raised to new life with Christ. Even in our "Saturday spaces" of doubt and disappointment, the empty tomb reminds us that Sunday always comes. Whatever you're facing, resurrection power offers hope and transformation—because He is risen indeed.
15 April 2025
Value Beyond Status That Changes Everything
Laura Nicholson built a thriving business providing clerking services to over 150 schools across the northwest UK. But it is her journey through fostering and towards adoption that reshapes her understanding of worth. We hear how Laura discovered that the roles we play and the titles we carry pale in comparison to the value found in showing up for people who need it most. A musician and worship leader, Laura brings the same authenticity to her faith as she does to her work and family life.
Easter Messages
13 April 2025 · Matt Edmundson
When God Doesn't Meet Our Expectations (Palm Sunday Special)
On this Palm Sunday, we explore what happens when God works differently than we anticipate. Like the Jerusalem crowds who welcomed Jesus with "Hosanna!" only to reject him days later, we too struggle when divine plans don't match our expectations. Through honest reflections on disappointment, power, and surrender, this message challenges our understanding of how God operates. Rather than a conquering king on horseback, Jesus arrived on a donkey, demonstrating that true power looks like humble service. As we journey through Holy Week, we're invited to loosen our grip on control and embrace God's unexpected—yet infinitely better—plans for our lives.
Genesis
6 April 2025 · Sue Uddin
Why God Never Gave Up On Abraham And Won't Give Up On You (Genesis Part 14)
Ever feel your spiritual journey doesn't match the Instagram-perfect Christian life? Sue Uddin's message brings liberating hope through Abraham's story – a faith hero whose CV included panic, dishonesty and questionable decisions alongside his legendary obedience. Yet God still called him "my friend." This powerful reminder shows that authentic faith isn't about flawless performance but honest relationship through life's ups and downs. Whether you're confidently trusting God's promises or struggling to hold on during difficult seasons, Abraham's messy journey proves you're never disqualified. God didn't give up on him – and He won't give up on you either.
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30 March 2025 · Jack Mariner
Did Abraham Know Something About Money That We Don't (Genesis Part 13)
In this exploration of faith and provision, Jack Mariner unpacks how Abraham's journey from self-reliance to radical trust transformed his relationship with possessions. When faced with famine, Abraham initially schemed his way through Egypt rather than trusting God's promise. Yet his encounter with the mysterious Melchizedek marks a turning point—giving away a tenth of everything as an act of worship. Through personal stories of miraculous provision and candid conversations about money's grip on our hearts, this message challenges us to discover the paradoxical freedom that comes when we open our hands and trust our abundantly generous God.
Genesis
23 March 2025 · Sharon Edmundson
Is the Christian God Cruel (Genesis Part 12)
Is the God of the Bible cruel? Sharon Edmundson tackles one of Scripture's most challenging stories – Abraham's near-sacrifice of Isaac – revealing how this passage actually demonstrates God's radical difference from ancient pagan deities. While other gods demanded child sacrifice, the true God provided an alternative, foreshadowing Jesus' ultimate sacrifice. During Conversation Street, the discussion explores surrender, testing, and living counter-culturally. Rather than a troubling tale of divine cruelty, this story reveals a God who makes a way when there seems to be none – the God who gives rather than takes.
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16 March 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Our New Covenant in Christ (Genesis Part 11)
This week, Matt Edmundson explores the radical nature of covenant through Abraham's story. Unlike modern contracts that can be broken with minimal consequences, ancient covenants were sealed in blood with one shocking rule: only death could break them. When God made His covenant with Abraham, He did something unprecedented—walking alone between the sacrificed animals, taking all responsibility upon Himself. This foreshadows Christ's sacrifice, establishing a new covenant through His blood. Discover how this ancient concept transforms our marriages, relationships with God, and very identities as believers today. A ‘mind-bending’ revelation that changes everything.
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9 March 2025 · Dan Orange
What If The Flood Story Isn't Just About The Rain (Genesis Part 10)
Dan Orange peels back the familiar children's story to reveal the profound theological depths of Noah's Ark. Far from just animals marching two-by-two, this ancient narrative chronicles God's grief over creation, His divine "de-creation" and the extraordinary faith of one man who built an ark on dry land. Most powerfully, Dan reveals how Noah's story whispers Jesus' name - while Noah saved a few, Jesus became the ultimate ark, sacrificing Himself so all could be saved. A thought-provoking exploration that challenges us: when the world rushes toward a cliff, will we have faith to walk the other way?
4 March 2025
When Infertility Becomes a Doorway, Not a Dead End
Kim Patton knows what it feels like when the family you imagined doesn't materialise. Living in North Carolina with husband Kevin and daughters Eden and Shiloh, Kim turned years of infertility heartbreak into something unexpected. We hear how she and Kevin found their way to adoption and fostering, and how that painful detour became the very path they were meant to walk. An author and podcast host, Kim now writes and speaks to help others struggling through difficult seasons find meaning in the waiting.
Genesis
2 March 2025 · Pete Buckland
When Someone Else Gets The Win (Genesis Part 9)
Ever felt that sting when someone else gets the recognition you wanted? Pete Butland unpacks the story of Cain and Abel to reveal it's not just about murder – it's about our fundamental view of God. Using emergency Christmas presents and unwanted toffee pennies as illustrations, Pete exposes how we often give God our leftovers while keeping the best for ourselves. The real question: do we truly believe God is enough? When we don't, we become like Cain – resentful, bitter, and unable to celebrate others' success. But when we know God's abundance, we can give our best without fear and rejoice when others receive His favour.
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23 February 2025 · Will Sopwith
Evil Is Not What You Think It Is (Genesis Part 8)
Will Sopwith challenges two common misconceptions about evil: that it's just superstition or entertainment, and that it's always "other people's problem." Exploring Genesis, he reveals evil's three components - power, perversion, and pain - while showing how evil fundamentally disrupts relationships. Rather than being powerless victims, Christians are called to respond with practical action: being honest about evil's reality, countering it with grace, and fighting for the vulnerable. Evil wasn't part of God's original design, and through Christ, we can participate in God's restoration work right now.
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16 February 2025 · Jenny Mariner
Growing Up Is Learning What To Want (Genesis Part 7)
Ever wondered why the things we want most aren't always what's best for us? This week, Jenny Mariner continues unpacking Genesis' wisdom on desire and decision-making, revealing how growing up spiritually isn't about having all the answers – it's about learning to want the right things. Through everyday objects and surprising insights from The Karate Kid, Jenny shows us why God's 'no' might actually be the path to our best 'yes'. From dealing with daily choices to life-changing decisions, discover how ancient wisdom speaks directly into our modern struggle between following our hearts and trusting God's guidance.
Genesis
9 February 2025 · Dave Connolly
Why You Matter More Than Kings (Genesis Part 6)
In a world obsessed with status, Genesis drops a revolutionary bombshell on humanity: you're made in God's image. Not just kings, not just the special few – everyone. Dave Connolly unpacked what this means for us today, moving beyond surface-level selfies to something far deeper. Through stories of starlit skies and pottery wheels, we discovered how bearing God's image isn't about looking like Him, but carrying His essence. The evening sparked rich discussions about human worth, grace versus perfection, and how seeing God's image in everyone could revolutionise our Monday mornings. Because turns out, you matter more than kings – and that changes everything.
Genesis
2 February 2025 · Jenny Mariner
When Everything Looks Good But God Says No (Genesis Part 5)
Ever felt torn between what looks good and what God says is good? This week, Jenny Mariner tackled one of the most challenging aspects of faith - those moments when God says no to something that seems perfectly right. Through a fresh look at Genesis, Jenny explored how our culture's "follow your desires" narrative contrasts with God's invitation to deeper trust. From chocolate cake cravings to life-changing decisions, she revealed how God isn't restricting our joy but inviting us into something better. The following discussion got refreshingly real about relationships, power, and what it means to trust God when everything in us wants to say yes.
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26 January 2025 · Josh Edmundson
Can Science And Faith Tell The Same Story? (Genesis Part 4)
Theoretical physicist Josh Edmundson explores whether science and faith must be in conflict, sharing his journey from young Earth creationism to a more nuanced view that embraces both scientific discovery and biblical faith. Rather than seeing Genesis as a scientific textbook, he argues it addresses deeper questions about identity, purpose, and our relationship with God. Through university studies and ministry experience, Josh discovered that intellectual honesty doesn't threaten genuine faith - it deepens it, showing that wrestling with questions is exactly what both good science and mature faith require.
Genesis
19 January 2025 · Steve Connolly
Why Genesis Changed Everything We Know About God (Genesis Part 3)
Steve Connolly reveals how Genesis presents a revolutionary view of God that was as radical in ancient times as it is today. Unlike other creation myths with warring gods and cosmic drama, Genesis introduces one personal, powerful God who creates with love and purpose. This fresh exploration addresses modern questions about science and faith while showing how ancient wisdom transforms our understanding of God's goodness, even in difficult circumstances.
Genesis
12 January 2025 · Matt Edmundson
Did God Design Us To Be Environmental Guardians? (Genesis Part 2)
When it comes to environmental issues, Christians often feel caught between denial and despair. But what if Genesis offers a different perspective altogether? In this service, Matt Edmundson explores God's original design for humanity's relationship with creation. Moving beyond both exploitation and nature worship, Genesis reveals how we're called to be guardians rather than owners. Discover what the Hebrew word for "dominion" really means, why God started Adam with just a garden, and how caring for creation isn't just about following trends - it's about living out our basic human calling as stewards of God's good earth.
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5 January 2025 · Jack Mariner
Finding Life in the Chaos (Genesis Part 1)
Ever felt like everything's chaos? In our first look at Genesis, Jack Mariner unpacks how God doesn't just show up when everything's sorted - He specialises in bringing life from nothing. From those first mysterious words, "the earth was formless and empty," we discover a God who's always moving, always breathing life into situations that seem hopeless. Whether you're starting 2025 full of hope or barely crawling into the new year, this message reminds us that God isn't finished yet. He's still in the business of bringing order from chaos, still creating something beautiful from nothing.
Christmas Message
15 December 2024 · Matt Edmundson
Home Alone and The Christmas Story we Never Saw Coming
Beyond slapstick comedy, Home Alone mirrors profound spiritual truths. Kevin's pursuit of freedom reveals that true freedom means choosing the right constraints, not avoiding them all. Old Man Marley shows how our fears about God often stem from misconceptions rather than reality. Catherine McAllister's desperate journey home reflects God's own relentless pursuit of His children. This Christmas classic reminds us that we're all fighting battles too big for us alone, and God has been moving heaven and earth to bring us home all along.
13 December 2024
Overcoming Life's Challenges Even When it Hurts
Tamala Anderson spent years caring for the sick and injured in healthcare before a profound shift redirected her life entirely. We hear how she founded Pursuing Christ Ministries to help people navigate the brutal reality of suffering while holding onto faith. Tamala does not shy away from the mess. She shares openly about the seasons that nearly broke her and how pushing through the pain, rather than around it, became the turning point. Her story is a reminder that overcoming rarely looks graceful in the middle of it.
Philippians
8 December 2024 · Jack Mariner
When Comparison Steals Your Contentment (Philippians # 9)
Struggling with comparison and discontentment? Jack Mariner shares Paul's surprising secret to contentment from Philippians 4—and it's not about getting your circumstances sorted. From brown shoes to serious life challenges, discover how contentment isn't something we achieve but something we learn through relying on Christ's strength, not our own. Includes honest conversation about wants, gratitude, and finding peace when life doesn't turn out as hoped.
3 December 2024
Faith, Fatherhood, and Godly Masculinity
Jonathan Lewis is a financial group president, author and father of two daughters. But titles only tell part of the story. We hear Jonathan get refreshingly honest about what it means to be a man of faith in a culture that sends mixed signals about masculinity. From writing Deep Water and More Than Money to hosting a podcast on stewardship, Jonathan explores how fatherhood reshaped his understanding of purpose. This is a conversation about leading well at home before leading anywhere else.
Philippians
1 December 2024 · Sharon Edmundson
Finding Peace When Your Mind Won't Shut Up (Philippians #8)
Anxiety affects millions of people, and Sharon Edmundson knows it well. From teenage panic about public speaking to physical symptoms that sent her to A\&E, she's experienced the whole spectrum. But she's discovered a biblical framework that actually works: acknowledge your anxieties honestly, redirect them through gratitude, and replace anxious thoughts with truth from Scripture. This isn't about never feeling worried again \- it's about having tools that partner with God to manage anxiety when it strikes. Drawing from Philippians 4:6-7 and her own journey, Sharon offers a practical three-step process that transforms how we handle racing thoughts and middle-of-the-night worries.
Philippians
24 November 2024 · Dan Orange
Philippians #7 - Pressing Toward the Goal
What if the race you're running has already been won for you? Dan Orange unpacks Paul's famous passage about pressing toward the goal, revealing it's not about religious performance, but about pursuing God while He pursues you. Using athletics imagery from Usain Bolt to Paula Radcliffe, Dan explores what it means to forget the past, focus on Jesus, and run this race knowing the prize is already yours. With honest stories about being an introvert learning to communicate and the tension between running, standing, and resting, this message offers hope for anyone who feels like they're not yet where they want to be.
19 November 2024
Cross-Cultural Faith
Thomas Abbott's childhood was anything but ordinary. Raised in the Himalayas of North Pakistan by Christian missionary parents, he went on to study in London, work with the British Council in Shanghai and eventually join Care for Children. Along the way he married his boss's daughter and launched projects across Asia. We hear Thomas reflect on how growing up between cultures shaped his faith and gave him a perspective most people never get. His story is a fascinating look at what happens when belief meets a truly global life.
Philippians
17 November 2024 · Dave Connolly
Philippians #6 - The Pursuit of Knowing Christ
Dave Connolly tackles a question many believers struggle with: why does faith sometimes feel empty despite doing all the "right" things? Through Philippians 3:1-11, he challenges the performance mindset that plagues modern Christianity. Paul counted his impressive religious credentials as rubbish compared to knowing Christ personally. This isn't about adding more spiritual activities to your life, but about recognising that everything you've achieved or possess pales in comparison to the surpassing greatness of knowing Jesus. Includes practical guidance on pursuing God in everyday life, from prayer to work to relationships, with insights from Conversation Street about what genuine spiritual pursuit actually looks like when you make Christ the centre rather than an add-on.
13 November 2024
From Anger and Infidelity to a Life Transformed by Grace
Steven Pemberton from Tulsa, Oklahoma does not hold back. We hear him describe the early promise of growing up in church, the rebellion that followed as a teenager, and the destructive choices that nearly cost him everything. Anger and infidelity became a pattern Steven could not break on his own. This is the story of what happened when he finally stopped running and let grace do the work he could not. Hosts Sadaf Beynon and Matt Edmundson draw out the raw, pivotal moments that made Steven the man he is today.
Philippians
10 November 2024 · Andy Kettle
Philippians #5 - Service and Sacrifice
Former PE teacher Andy Kettle challenges us with stories of biblical service that cost everything. From Timothy and Epaphroditus risking their lives to deliver a letter, to WWI chaplain "Woodbine Willie" spending every penny to serve soldiers, discover how real sacrifice mirrors the heart of the gospel. Perfect for anyone wondering what following Jesus actually costs and whether comfortable Christianity is enough.
Philippians
3 November 2024 · Will Sopwith
Philippians #4 - The Name Of Jesus
Will Sopwith challenges our celebrity culture by exploring why Paul called Jesus "the name above every name." In a world full of disappointing heroes and self-promoting influencers, discover why Jesus stands completely apart - authentic, God-endorsed, and worthy of our ultimate trust. A refreshing look at what makes one name truly supreme.
Philippians
27 October 2024 · Pete Farrington
Philippians #3 - Living Worthy of the Gospel
Former footballer Pete Farrington challenges what it means to live "worthy of the Gospel." Rather than another impossible standard to meet, discover how the mind-blowing reality of the incarnation transforms our daily choices. From Christ's humility to practical unity, Pete shows us that living worthy isn't about earning God's love—it's about letting His love change how we live, serve, and respond to opposition. Real faith for real life, no perfection required.
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20 October 2024 · Mark Buchannan
Philippians #2 - Joy in Adversity
When adversity strikes, our natural instinct is to escape as quickly as possible. But what if we're missing the point entirely? Through Paul's letter to the Philippians \- written from prison \- we discover how to find purpose in pain, build resilience through community, and trust God with outcomes we can't control. Real stories from our community show how transformed perspectives make hardship meaningful, leading to strength, compassion, and deeper faith.
Philippians
13 October 2024 · Jenny Mariner
Philippians #1 - Living a Life Laid Down
Former prisoner Paul writes the Bible's most joyful letter from a Roman jail cell, revealing how gratitude, generosity, and partnership can transform even our worst circumstances. Jenny Mariner unpacks Philippians to show how contentment isn't about getting life sorted, but about finding security in what can't be taken away. Discover practical ways to choose joy when life doesn't go to plan.
Miscellaneous
6 October 2024 · Matt Edmundson
The Unexpected Mission That Changes Everything
Matt Edmundson challenges the Christian bubble mentality, exploring Jesus' radical mission to seek the lost through belonging before behaving. Using the parable of the lost sheep and insights from The Chosen, this message reveals how genuine love motivates us to pursue "the one" \- that person in your life who needs to know they're precious to God. Discover practical ways to step outside your comfort zone, build authentic relationships, and show Christ's love without judgment. Perfect for anyone questioning whether church is just an exclusive club or wondering how faith works in real relationships.
Miscellaneous
29 September 2024 · Dave Connolly
Doing Rest
Dave Connolly and Dan Orange challenge our culture's approach to rest and busyness. Rather than seeing rest as time wasted, what if it's actually a biblical command? Discover how stopping (not just slowing down) can transform your relationship with God and yourself. Real talk about technology boundaries, finding what actually restores you, and trusting God enough to be still.
Miscellaneous
22 September 2024 · Matt Edmundson
Doing Politics
Politics divides, but what if Christians could engage in a different way? Matt Edmundson, Will Sopwith, and Jeff Beynon examine how faith influences political engagement through three biblical principles: respecting authority, praying for leaders, and loving one's enemies. From Shadrach's civil disobedience to voting with a servant's heart, discover practical ways to navigate politics with grace rather than outrage in a deeply divided world.
Miscellaneous
15 September 2024 · Anna Kettle
Doing Church
Anna Kettle explores what church really means beyond buildings and Sunday services. Discover why gathering together matters, how to shift from a consumer mindset to being an active contributor, and the exciting changes coming to Crowd Church with a new hybrid model. Whether you're a seasoned believer or just curious about faith, learn why community is essential and how you can be part of something bigger.
Miscellaneous
11 September 2024 · Sharon Edmundson
Doing Work
Feeling like Monday mornings are just something to endure? This honest panel discussion explores what the Bible really says about work—and it might surprise you. Discover why your value isn't determined by your job title, how to find purpose in frustrating work, and why becoming a craftsman matters to God. From quiet quitting to Sabbath rest, Matt, Sharon, and Ellie tackle the fundamental tensions of modern work life with refreshing honesty and biblical wisdom.
Miscellaneous
4 September 2024 · Anna Kettle
Doing Family
Ever wonder if your family's the only one that doesn't have it all together? This candid panel conversation with Anna Kettle, Dave Connolly, and Matt Edmundson explores the complex realities of modern family life. From opening homes to strangers, navigating marriage communication, choosing contentment over career climbing, and prioritising responsibility over individual rights—discover why biblical family looks radically different from Instagram perfection. Real stories, practical wisdom, and grace for wherever you are on the family journey.
Psalms
26 August 2024 · Josh Edmundson
Psalm 27 | Finding Confidence in God's Presence
Josh Edmundson explores Psalm 27 and David's longing for God's presence, tracing the journey from humanity's original design for fellowship with God in Eden, through the separation caused by sin, to the restored access we now have through Christ. Discover how David's ancient prayer points to a relationship with God that's remarkably personal, deeply satisfying, and available to all of us today.
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19 August 2024 · Ellie Light
Psalm 95 | Embracing God’s Care and Call to Obedience
Ellie Light explores the challenging tension in Psalm 95 between God's tender care and His call to obedience. Through honest reflection on her own struggles with control and the Israelites' "cucumber problem" of forgetting God's provision, she reveals how grace and personal responsibility aren't opposing forces but complementary aspects of a relationship with God. Discover why obedience matters without falling into fear-based faith.
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12 August 2024 · Dan Rodgers
Psalm 131 | How to Cultivate Humility and Trust in God
King David wrote Psalm 131 over 3,000 years ago, but his words offer a powerful antidote to our anxious, agitated world. Dan Rogers unpacks how pride, haughtiness, and overreaching ourselves can steal our peace, and why the solution isn't trying harder, but instead weaning ourselves off unhealthy patterns. Discover what it means to cultivate humility, limit yourself to what God actually asks, and develop the calm, quiet soul that comes from genuinely hoping in the Lord.
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5 August 2024 · Dan Orange
Psalm 63 | Gods Faithfulness Through Trials
When King David wrote Psalm 63, he was hiding in the desert, hunted by enemies. Yet he penned one of the Bible's most joyful songs, declaring God's love better than life itself. Dan Orange explores how David and Corrie Ten Boom both discovered profound satisfaction in God during their darkest moments. Learn how to earnestly seek God in your own wilderness, remember His faithfulness, and find that when Christ is all you have, He's all you need.
Becoming Whole
31 July 2024 · Anna Kettle
#23 Gods Power In Me
Welcome to CROWD Church! In this episode, Anna Kettle delves into the profound concept of "The Power That Works In Me," exploring how Christianity is all about God's presence living within us. Through an in-depth analysis of Ephesians 3:14-21, Anna discusses how God's power at work within us can transform our lives and help us overcome challenges in ways that self-reliance and human effort alone cannot achieve.
Becoming Whole
24 July 2024 · Matt Edmundson
#22 Christ in Me
What does it mean to you when you hear that God lives in you? What does it mean for your life? In this weeks CROWD church talk livestream, Matt Edmundson breaks down exactly what it means for christ to live in us, using Romans 2:20 as a core verse of study.
Becoming Whole
17 July 2024 · Sharon Edmundson
#21 Discover Your Purpose in Christ
Do you ever feel like just another number in the crowd, wondering if your life is significant? Have you ever struggled with your purpose in life? Join us in this CROWD church talk on just that topic and discover your biblical purpose.
16 July 2024
Empowering Men Through Faith
Jonathan Lewis returns with a conversation focused squarely on what men need to hear. As the president of Eastport Financial Group and author of Deep Water and More Than Money, Jonathan has spent years thinking about stewardship in its broadest sense. We hear him unpack how faith, purpose and responsibility intersect for men who want to live with intention. This is not a surface-level pep talk. Jonathan shares the lessons that came through fatherhood, financial leadership and learning to be honest about what really matters.
Becoming Whole
10 July 2024 · Dave Connolly
#20 Discover Abundance in Christ
Dave Connolly unpacks what Jesus actually meant by "abundant life" in John 10:10 — and it's not what the prosperity gospel suggests. Rather than promising material wealth or a problem-free life, Jesus offers something far more profound: a superabundance of spiritual life. Discover the Greek meaning behind this famous verse, learn Paul's secret to contentment in all circumstances, and explore practical ways to identify what's robbing you of the life Jesus came to give.
Becoming Whole
3 July 2024 · Matt Edmundson
#19 Become More Than a Conqueror in Christ
Ever wondered what it means to be more than a conqueror in Christ? In this weeks insightful episode of CROWD church Matt Edmundson delves into that very question, exporing biblically exactly what that means.
Becoming Whole
26 June 2024 · Pete Farrington
#18 Your Identity, Hidden in Christ
In this weeks Crowd Church livestream Pete Farrington explores the theme of identity from a Christian perspective in his talk "Finding You, Hidden in Christ." He contrasts the modern, secular understanding of identity, which emphasises individualism and self-definition through subjective feelings and social validation, with the Christian view that true identity is hidden with Christ in God.
Becoming Whole
19 June 2024 · Matt Edmundson
#17 Discover Your True Identity in Christ
In this engaging episode Matt Edmundson kicks off a new series with a talk about identity and discovering who we are in Christ. Discover practical steps to discovering your spiritual identity and explore key scriptures and biblical examples of figures with a steadfast trust in their identity in Christ.
11 June 2024
A Missionaries Journey from Grief to Grace
Eunice Hill gave 42 years of her life to missionary work in Pakistan, caring for missionary kids and building community far from home in Winnipeg, Canada. We hear how retirement brought her into member care, following up former students across multiple countries. But this is not just a career summary. Eunice opens up about the grief and loss woven through decades of service, and how those painful chapters became the very thing that deepened her faith rather than dismantled it. Her story redefines what a life of purpose looks like.
Becoming Whole
11 June 2024 · Dan Orange
#16 Why Self-Control is Your Superpower
In this episode, we continue our series on the fruits of the spirit by exploring the transformative power of self-control and its role in enhancing your spiritual gifts. Discover how self-control can help you experience more love, joy, peace, and other blessings daily. Through practical examples, biblical teachings, and personal anecdotes, learn how to cultivate self-control and grow spiritually.
Becoming Whole
5 June 2024 · Dave Connolly
Gentle Giants: How Humility Strengthens Your Spiritual Life
In this talk, we reflect on the concept of faithfulness, drawing from personal experiences and biblical teachings. Join us as we explore the depth of God's faithfulness and how it can transform our lives and relationships.
4 June 2024
When Your Husband's Arrest Tests Your Faith
Esther Stamp is a Yorkshire girl living in Preston with husband Darren and three children who arrived through both birth and adoption. Two of her children have additional needs, and life was already full before it was turned upside down. We hear Esther describe the moment her husband was arrested and how that single event tested every part of her faith, her marriage and her identity. Working part time in operations management and deeply involved in her local church, Esther is passionate about walking alongside others who face the unthinkable.
Becoming Whole
28 May 2024 · Sharon Edmundson
Cultivating a Faithful Heart: Lessons from God's Steadfastness
What if faithfulness isn't about gritting your teeth and hanging on? Sharon Edmundson explores how true faithfulness flows from receiving, not achieving. Through her grandparents' 70-year marriage and the ancient covenant God made with Abraham, she reveals something extraordinary: when God made His promise, He walked the path alone – binding Himself to us in a way that would require His own death to break. Discover how faithfulness develops naturally as we walk with the Spirit, and why God's steadfast love makes up for what we lack on our journey toward wholeness.
28 May 2024
Surviving a Violent Childhood
John Boyle grew up in the small Appalachian town of Kingwood, West Virginia, in a family of coal miners where violence was part of the fabric of daily life. We hear how he fought his way out, earning a place at The Kiski School, West Virginia University and eventually Harvard Business School. But the degrees only tell half the story. John shares what it took to break the cycle of violence, build four successful companies and find a life worth living in Charleston, South Carolina. This is a story about what happens when someone refuses to become what raised them.
Becoming Whole
21 May 2024 · Will Sopwith
Why Goodness is Your Key to a Fulfilled Life
In a culture where everything must be "awesome" or "awful," have we lost sight of what's simply good? Will Sopwith challenges our tendency to live at exhausting extremes and reveals why goodness is far more powerful than we've given it credit for. True goodness isn't about behaviour or performance—it's about the state of our hearts, flowing from a God who doesn't just do good things but IS goodness itself. Through the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd and Will's own story of trusting God through an 18-month house purchase, discover why consistent, reliable goodness is exactly what our souls long for.
21 May 2024
My Babies Died, My Faith Didn't
Julie Sunne knows a grief most people cannot imagine. Multiple miscarriages tore through her life, each one a fresh wound. We hear how Julie refused to let loss define her story, drawing on a faith that was tested to its absolute limit. Alongside raising a child with special needs, she found a way to turn her pain into purpose, writing and speaking to help others find hope when everything feels hopeless. This is not a tidy story with easy answers. It is raw, honest and ultimately extraordinary.
Becoming Whole
15 May 2024 · Matt Edmundson
How Kindness Can Radically Change Lives
What if kindness isn't about keeping everyone comfortable, but about making people whole? Matt Edmundson unpacks how God's kindness transforms us from the inside out – and why true kindness sometimes means having difficult conversations rather than avoiding them. Through the story of the Good Samaritan, discover how radical kindness crosses boundaries, overcomes prejudice, and changes both the giver and receiver. Plus, a practical challenge that could transform your week: choosing one day devoted entirely to intentional acts of kindness.
14 May 2024
Trapped by Lockdown: A Mother’s Fight for Sanity and Success
Anna Hamill was a mum of four little ones in Belfast when lockdown hit and the walls started closing in. We hear how she launched And Hope Designs not as a grand business plan but as a lifeline, a creative outlet when everything else felt like it was falling apart. What started as survival became something much bigger. Anna shares how making art kept her grounded through the isolation, the chaos of parenting in a pandemic and the pressure of building something from nothing. This is a story about refusing to be defined by your circumstances.
Becoming Whole
7 May 2024 · Dave Connolly
Patience is Your Secret Weapon
In this talk we explore the powerful spiritual fruit of patience and how it manifests in our everyday lives, enabling us to triumph over daily challenges. Drawing from biblical teachings and practical life examples, this service delves deep into the concept of patience as both a divine attribute and a practical skill to cultivate for personal growth and peace.
Becoming Whole
30 April 2024 · Pete Farrington
Peace that Lasts
What if all our mindfulness apps, self-care rituals, and distraction techniques are actually taking us further from real peace? Pete explores why the world's version of peace—built on escape and avoidance—leaves us more anxious than ever. Through the story of Jesus sleeping in a storm while experienced fishermen panicked, he reveals that true peace isn't about managing circumstances but knowing the One who rules the raging sea. Discover the "three P's of peace" framework and why the peace Jesus offers doesn't depend on your performance or your problems—it comes from a Person, a Promise, and a Position.
30 April 2024
God on the Daily: Faith in Real Life
Benjie Craig is an electrician, husband and dad of two adventurous boys who believes purpose is not reserved for Sundays. We hear how Benjie lives out his faith in the everyday, whether he is running his contracting business, helping people discover their own calling or navigating the beautiful chaos of family life. This is not a story about grand spiritual moments. It is about what faith looks like when it is woven into Monday mornings and meal times. Benjie brings warmth and honesty to a conversation about keeping it real with God.
23 April 2024
Can God Be Just? Surviving My Baby’s Death
Katherine Gantlett holds a PhD in HIV research from Oxford and studied theology at Westminster Theological Centre. But none of that academic rigour prepared her for the death of her baby. We hear Katherine wrestle with a question that would shake anyone to their core. Can God truly be just when the worst thing imaginable happens? Living in rural Oxfordshire with her son and husband, Katherine wrote Walking Through Winter to trace the journey through seasons of unbearable grief. Her story sits at the intersection of intellect and heartbreak.
Becoming Whole
23 April 2024 · Dave Connolly
Unshakeable Joy
This talk centres on the nature of Christian joy - a joy that remains steadfast and unshaken regardless of life's tumultuous circumstances. Drawing from the deep well of Scripture, particularly Philippians 4:4-7, we invite you into a transformative understanding of joy that is not tied to the ephemeral moments of happiness but anchored in the eternal presence of God.
Becoming Whole
15 April 2024 · Sharon Edmundson
Is Love the Gateway to Biblical Wholeness?
In this talk, we invite you on a journey to explore the essence of love and its pivotal role in achieving biblical wholeness. Drawing from a rich biblical framework, we get into the multifaceted concept of love, challenging conventional narratives and guiding us toward a deeper, more profound understanding of what it means to love and be loved.
9 April 2024
The Battle Cry of a Mother's Heart: Faith Through Trials
Debra McNinch describes herself as a wife, mother, author and Child of the King. Life in Kansas was built on Jesus, coffee, cupcakes and sparkle. Then her child came out as transgender, and everything she thought she knew was challenged. We hear Debra share the raw reality of loving your child through something you never expected, while holding onto a faith that was being reshaped in real time. This is not a story with simple conclusions. It is a mother's battle cry, honest about the tension between belief and the fierce love that refuses to let go.
Becoming Whole
8 April 2024 · Dave Connolly
Uncover Your Role in God’s Plan
What if Christianity isn't just good advice but experiencing supernatural power through ordinary people? Dave Connolly unpacks the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit—from prophecy and healing to words of knowledge—and why they're meant for every believer, not just spiritual superstars. Through the cautionary tale of Simon the Sorcerer, he challenges us to examine our motives: do we want these gifts for personal recognition, or because we genuinely love the Church? Discover the fascinating connection between the nine fruits and nine gifts, and hear Will's remarkable story of praying for strangers on Liverpool's docks.
Easter Messages
2 April 2024 · John Harding
See, Touch, Believe: The Reality of Easter's Miracle
John Harding delivers an Easter message from Chennai, India – the burial place of St. Thomas. Using Thomas's journey from doubt to worship, John explores why the resurrection matters, examines the compelling evidence, and invites us to encounter the risen Christ for ourselves. Because Thomas didn't just believe a story – he met a person. And that changes everything.
2 April 2024
The Power of God's Love: Breaking Free from Depression and Self-Harm
Pete Farrington's teenage years were defined by a darkness most people hide from view. Trapped in depression and self-harm, he saw no way out. We hear Pete describe with remarkable courage the moments when God's love broke through the walls he had built around himself. This is not a sanitised testimony. Pete is unflinching about the reality of mental health struggles and the slow, messy process of finding freedom. His story is a testament to what happens when someone who has lost all hope encounters a love strong enough to reach them.
Becoming Whole
26 March 2024 · Matt Edmundson
Living a Life of Service
In this talk, we share a compelling narrative on the transformative power of living a life of service. Drawing from personal experiences and biblical teachings, Matt uncovers how serving others not only contributes to our spiritual formation but also leads us towards a life filled with purpose and fulfilment. This talk is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual journey and discover the secret ingredient to becoming more like Jesus.
Becoming Whole
19 March 2024 · Pete Farrington
Finding Wholeness in God's Guidance
In this transformative talk, we navigate the profound themes of guidance, submission, and the pursuit of wholeness under God's direction. This service is a compelling exploration of what it means to be truly led by the Holy Spirit, challenging us to consider the forces that guide our decisions and shape our lives.
19 March 2024
Rooted in Faith: Navigating Life's Complexities
At 43, Emma Fast has settled in south London after years of globetrotting, sharing a terraced house with her husband and four lively children. We hear how Emma roots herself in community, whether she is teaching English, tending her allotment or navigating the glorious chaos of family life. Her story explores what it means to grow faith in the ordinary, finding depth not in dramatic moments but in the daily rhythm of showing up. Emma brings warmth, wit and a refreshing honesty to a conversation about staying grounded when life gets complicated.
12 March 2024
Escaping the Relentless Grip of New Age Darkness
Johanna Wilson grew up in a household where faith was everything. Then her parents divorced, and the beliefs she had inherited no longer held. We hear how that rupture sent Johanna on a deep dive into New Age philosophies, the esoteric and the occult, searching for answers that traditional Christianity seemed unable to provide. What followed was a dramatic journey through spiritual darkness before she found her way back. This is a gripping story about what happens when someone raised in faith has to find it again on their own terms.
Becoming Whole
11 March 2024 · Anna Kettle
Finding God's Plan for Wholeness
In this thought-provoking talk, we invite you on a journey to discover the transformative power of scripture in our quest for a fulfilling and whole life. Delving into the essence of the Bible, we address the timeless question: Why should we turn to scripture in a world brimming with self-help resources?
5 March 2024
The Power of Prayer: Finding Peace in Life's Storms
Jo Jackson lives in Wirral with husband Ian and two children who came through both birth and adoption. We hear how years of teaching and volunteering gave way to a completely new career after a tragic loss in her own family. Jo became a detective constable for Merseyside Police and a family liaison officer, roles that demand strength most people never have to find. Through it all, prayer became her constant. This is a story about a woman who discovered that the storms of life are survivable when you know where to anchor.
Becoming Whole
5 March 2024 · Dave Connolly
Ancient Fasting Secrets For Modern Life
In this thought-provoking talk, we explore the often overlooked spiritual discipline of fasting, shedding light on its profound significance in our pursuit of a more meaningful and fulfilled life. Drawing from the rich tapestry of biblical teachings, particularly the experiences of Daniel and Jesus, this service delves into the transformative power of fasting, not just as a physical abstention but as a deep spiritual exercise aimed at enhancing our connection with God.
27 February 2024
Finding Healing and Forgiveness After a Car Crash that Changed Everything
Zeeshan Laaldin is a proud Pakistani Christian, husband to Jessica and father to three children. We hear how a devastating car crash became the event that redefined everything. Rather than bitterness, Zeeshan chose a path of healing and forgiveness that most people would struggle to imagine. Now living in Sydney and working with Anglican Aid, he continues the mission he started with the 1toAnother Society, improving life for minority communities in Pakistan through education, health and economic opportunity. His story proves that the worst moments can produce the most remarkable transformations.
Becoming Whole
27 February 2024 · Dan Orange
The Simple Art of Daily Prayer
Dan Orange challenges our assumptions about prayer with refreshing honesty. Rather than formal rituals or religious performance, prayer is simply conversation with a God who genuinely wants to hear from us. Using his marriage as an analogy, Dan shows how consistency in communication builds intimacy with God. With practical insights about morning prayer, brutal honesty, and expecting answers, plus remarkable stories from the community about answered prayers, this message offers a fresh invitation into relationship with God. No guilt trips, just genuine communion.
20 February 2024
Legacy Changer: From An Empty Childhood To A Redeemed Future
Kristen Hallinan is a writer, speaker and mum of four who knows firsthand what it means to grow up with an empty childhood. We hear how she turned that pain into a mission, helping women move from brokenness towards hope. As the former Director of Development for MOPS International, Kristen spent years equipping women and supporting families. She shares how the wounds of her past became the fuel for a future she never expected. This is a story about refusing to let your beginning write your ending.
Becoming Whole
20 February 2024 · Matt Edmundson
Becoming Whole Series Kickoff (Rethink Righteousness)
Join us in our latest talk as we delve into the intricacies of what it means to be truly whole from a biblical perspective. This talk is an eye-opener for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of spiritual fulfilment and personal growth.
13 February 2024
Guided by Faith: A Midwife's Triumph Over Burnout
Jan Burch is a midwife from Liverpool who hit the wall. Working in the chaos of the NHS, she found herself stretched beyond breaking point. We hear Jan describe what burnout actually feels like from the inside, the slow erosion of energy, purpose and joy. Her story will resonate with anyone who has ever given too much of themselves to a demanding job. But this is also a story about what happens when faith meets exhaustion, and how Jan found her way back to a life that felt worth living again.
Origin
13 February 2024 · John Harding
Who is Jesus? The Truth That Transforms Lives
John Harding closes our Acts series with a challenge that cuts through the noise: Who is Jesus? Drawing on C.S. Lewis's famous argument—Son of God, Lunatic, or Liar—John unpacks why this question demands an answer and why speaking about Jesus (not just church or Christianity) is what actually draws people in. From Paul chained to a guard in Rome to an elderly woman on a shopping mall bench, the message is clear: speak of Jesus wherever you are.
6 February 2024
Breaking Out of Our Comfort Zone: Being Part of an Eden Team
Tom Grant and his wife Emma did something most people only talk about. They left the tranquil suburbs of the South and moved to an estate in Netherton, Liverpool, joining an Eden Team to live out their faith in a community that needed it. We hear Tom share what that decision cost them, what it gave them and what real faith looks like when comfort is no longer part of the equation. This is not a theoretical conversation about serving others. It is the story of a family who packed up and showed up.
Origin
6 February 2024 · Will Sopwith
Bad Stuff Happens to Bad People?
Explore the intriguing connection between our actions and morality in 'Bad Stuff Happens to Bad People?' Discover how our perceptions of good and bad shape our lives and faith. Does society dictate our moral compass? Can we be inherently good or bad? How does Christianity redefine our understanding of morality? Join us in this thought-provoking talk and find answers to these compelling questions.
30 January 2024
Beyond the Stroke: Being Grateful in the Crisis
Rob Brown was living a normal life until a stroke changed everything overnight. We hear how he not only survived but discovered something most people miss entirely. In the middle of fear, uncertainty and physical struggle, Rob found gratitude. Not the greeting card kind, but the hard-won sort that only comes when everything you relied on gets stripped away. His story challenges the way we think about crisis and reminds us that the worst moments can teach us what matters most.
Origin
30 January 2024 · Pete Farrington
How to Have a Faith That Pleases God
Why does trusting God feel so hard—even for people who've seen him come through before? Pete Farrington unpacks Paul's shipwreck in Acts 27, exploring why we forget God's promises the moment storms hit. Through Spurgeon's challenging words and his own family's visa crisis, Pete shows what faith actually looks like when it moves from intellectual belief to sitting on the chair. God doesn't roll his eyes at our doubts. He keeps reminding us of his word—and invites us to hang our souls on it.
Origin
23 January 2024 · Dave Connolly
Standing on the Truth of God's Word
What does it mean to take a stand for Jesus in today's world? Dave Connolly unpacks Paul's appearance before King Agrippa in Acts 25, drawing out lessons on standing with confidence, clarity, and love. Paul didn't put up an elaborate defence—he was honest, truthful, and trusted God with the consequences. Dave challenges us to rise to the same calling: standing for Jesus, not against people, and watching the doors open when we do it well.
16 January 2024
Trusting God's Heart Even When Nothing Makes Sense
Funke Oham is an award-winning mentor, author and speaker who turned unimaginable loss into a lifeline for others. We hear how losing two babies shattered her world and how, from that wreckage, she built Always a Mum, a ministry supporting women through the hidden pain of baby loss. Funke shares how trusting God when nothing made sense became the foundation for a new purpose. Her book Believe captures the journey. This is a story about a woman who refused to let tragedy have the final word.
Origin
16 January 2024 · Dan Orange
How to Turn Your Problems into Strength
What do you do when life puts you on hold? Dan Orange unpacks Paul's extended season of waiting in Acts 25—stuck under arrest, unable to do much, yet not wasting the time. Through Paul's story, the Hillsborough justice campaign, and Bono's journey of forgiving his father, Dan explores patience, persistence, wisdom, and the freedom that comes from letting go of grudges. His challenge: don't let your grudge become your life—and discover what "extra octave" might be released when you forgive.
Origin
9 January 2024 · Pete Farrington
The Man Who Stood Up For What He Believed
Pete Farrington unpacks Paul's strange conversation with Felix about righteousness, self-control, and coming judgment. Through The Neverending Story's Sphinx Gate, C.S. Lewis's "Weight of Glory," and the historical fates of Felix and Drusilla, Pete explores where true confidence comes from—not self-esteem tricks, but being hidden in Christ. His challenge: don't delay like Felix did. The face of God will be turned upon each of us. Christ has made a way for it to be delight rather than terror.
2 January 2024
Grace Amidst the Struggle: Finding Peace
Jo Roper is an obstetric and gynaecology doctor married to Mark Roper, leader of Fabric Church in Manchester. We hear how her parents' long wait for children planted a seed that shaped Jo's entire life direction. Although infertility has not been her personal battle, she has walked alongside countless women through it professionally and pastorally. Jo brings a rare perspective, combining medical expertise with deep compassion, to a conversation about finding grace and peace in seasons of waiting and struggle.
Miscellaneous
31 December 2023 · John Harding
God in Every Moment
In this inspiring talk, John Harding guides us through a spiritual journey, encouraging us to see 2024 not just as another year, but as a unique opportunity to experience and embody God's presence in every aspect of our lives.
Christmas Message
24 December 2023 · Matt Edmundson
The Life-Altering Message of 'Oh Come All Ye Faithful'
What makes O Come, All Ye Faithful more than just a Christmas carol? Matt Edmundson traces its mysterious 18th-century origins and unpacks the life-altering message hidden within its verses. From shepherds on the fringes of society receiving the first announcement, to the Nicene Creed's declaration of Christ's divinity, to the invitation that echoes through the ages—this carol calls us to come, just as we are, and discover Emmanuel, God with us.
Origin
19 December 2023 · Sharon Edmundson
Find Courage With God's Promise
Does the news leave you feeling fearful? Sharon Edmundson unpacks what the Bible says about courage through Paul's story in Acts 23. Courage isn't the absence of fear—it's a choice to face what frightens us. And the reason we can be courageous is never that we're enough on our own. It's always because of God's presence and his promises. From a boy in an MRI scanner to Mary and Joseph facing shame, courage comes from knowing God stands near us.
Origin
12 December 2023 · Matt Edmundson
How A Biblical Worldview Transforms Our Perspective
Today's talk "How A Biblical Worldview Transforms Our Perspective" is not just another sermon, it's a journey through the depths of understanding and a bridge to a life you might have never imagined.What you'll discover in this talk:🌐 How the lens of a biblical worldview can reshape the way you see the world around you.🚀 The tangible impact of applying biblical truths in daily life decisions and relationships.✨ The path to a life of fulfilment and meaning, rooted in a deeper understanding of the Bible.
Origin
5 December 2023 · Anna Kettle
Not My Will, But Yours
Embark on a journey of faith, courage, and surrender with us! Our latest talk, unwraps the heart of what it means to truly trust God, even when the path seems shrouded in uncertainty.In this talk, you'll discover:🛤️ Paul’s trust in God.🌪️ How God’s warnings serve as preparation, not prevention.💪 The strength that comes from embracing hardships in the pursuit of faith.
Origin
21 November 2023 · John Harding
Building Relationships For Spiritual Growth
Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey of spiritual growth like never before? If you've ever felt disconnected or unsure about your spiritual path, this talk is your invitation to rediscover the wonder of faith and build genuine connections in a welcoming community. Join us now on a journey towards a more meaningful life!🔍Learn more about:🌱 The crucial role of nurturing relationships in your spiritual journey.🌟 The magic of speaking words of encouragement and hope.🙌 How to infuse your life with purpose, guided by the values of the Bible.
14 November 2023
41: Light in the Darkness: Encountering the God Who Sees
Claudine Roberts spent her legal career specialising in mental health law and detention, representing both victims and perpetrators. We hear how that work exposed her to darkness most people never see. As a former human rights solicitor now on the preaching team at Freedom Church Liverpool, Claudine shares what it means to encounter a God who sees everything, even the parts of life we try to hide. Married to Paul with three children, she brings hard-won wisdom to a conversation about finding light when the darkness feels overwhelming.
Origin
14 November 2023 · Chris Holcombe
The Faith In Action
Ever felt life's journey could use a little more purpose? Ever wondered if there's a deeper connection between your heart, mind, and actions? Delve into "Inside Out: The Faith In Action" and unravel the captivating dance between inner beliefs and outer behaviours. 🌟This transformative talk shines a refreshing light on how the Christian faith isn't just confined within chapel walls. Whether you're a steadfast believer, a curious seeker, or somewhere in between, this talk resonates with the soul's desire for a meaningful and authentic life.
7 November 2023
40: Walking In Faith And Obedience To God's Will
Grace Krestinski joins us from Vancouver, British Columbia, where she is a devoted stay-at-home mum to Boaz and Hanna. We hear how finding salvation at the age of eight set Grace on a path that would be tested through over a decade of marriage and the daily realities of motherhood. This is not a dramatic conversion story. It is something rarer, the account of a woman who has quietly and faithfully walked in obedience to God through the ordinary seasons of life. Grace shares what that kind of steady faith actually looks like in practice.
Origin
7 November 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Why Is It Important To Have Good Friends
At Crowd Church, we’re more than a community; we’re a family that thrives on heart-to-heart connections, and we're inviting YOU to discover the transformative power of friendships rooted in faith.Here’s what you’ll uncover in this life-affirming talk:Pastors Matt Edmundson and Tony Uddin, friends for over 30 years, discuss the importance of friendship for Christian men.They address how individualism, busyness, and wealth in our culture can lead to isolation, even among Christians.The conversation highlights the need for intentional male friendships, following Jesus' example.Topics include the loneliness epidemic, the risks of lacking accountability, and ways to forge deeper bonds through vulnerability and authenticity.Practical advice is given on building connections through confession, hospitality, and generosity.Emphasis is placed on walking in the light and developing fellowship beyond superficial interactions.Importance of investing in intergenerational friendships and mentoring to combat isolation and foster a Christ-centered community.
31 October 2023
39: Finding God's Goodness In Every Situation
Jenni Calcraft is a mum of three whose youngest child has complex medical issues. We hear how walking that difficult road taught her something she never expected, that God is good in all circumstances and can bring good out of any situation. Married to Pete and part of the leadership team at Freedom Church in Liverpool, Jenni also heads up Someone Cares, a church-based initiative supporting those in need. Her story is a powerful reminder that goodness can be found even in the places we least expect it.
Origins
31 October 2023 · Dave Connolly
God Is Bringing You Out
Ever felt like giving up on faith? The Apostle Paul did too. In Acts 18, we find him exhausted, criticised, and ready to walk away—until God steps in with a vision that changes everything. Dave Connolly unpacks what it means to be encouraged by God when circumstances don't change but something inside us does. Practical, honest, and surprisingly hopeful.
Origin
25 October 2023 · Matt Edmundson
5 Things You Need To Know About Becoming A Christian
Step into a transformative journey like you've never experienced before. Are you curious about Christianity, or have you ever felt there's something more out there for you? Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or winding down after a busy day, this talk might be the soulful escape you never knew you needed.🌱 What You'll Discover:The magnetic pull of the resurrection: Why it’s the essence of Christianity.Diverse reactions to the Gospel: From head-scratching skepticism to profound enlightenment.The authentic, uncomplicated way to embrace Christianity.Life after the leap: Unpacking the journey post-acceptance.Soul-stirring story: From doubt to dazzling faith.
17 October 2023
38: Navigating Grief: Finding Strength and Solace in God's Love
Ann Prime, an Alabama native and dedicated educator, met her late husband Mike in Pakistan before settling in the southeastern United States. We hear how Mike's death in 2020 opened a chapter of grief Ann never imagined she would face. Rather than being consumed by loss, she has been learning to trust God in a completely new season of life. Now living in South Carolina and working with a commercial landscaping company, Ann shares how she found strength and solace in God's love when the person she loved most was gone.
Origin
17 October 2023 · Pete Farrington
God's Promise Of Peace In Difficult Times
Ever felt the weight of life's storms crushing your spirit? Step into "God's Promise Of Peace In Difficult Times" and discover a beacon of hope that penetrates even the densest of life's fogs. We unveil a journey that transcends time, rooted in the tales of Paul and Silas, and extends an invitation to every soul searching for an anchor in these turbulent times.🔹 What you'll uncover:The profound difference between seeking salvation and truly embracing the promise of Jesus.Why Paul and Silas' unyielding faith in the face of adversity isn't just an ancient story, but a guidepost for us today.The art of seeing beyond life's immediate struggles, reframing challenges with the lens of eternal truths.Raw, personal stories that spotlight the irreplaceable solace found only in divine connection.Key insights from Romans 8, revealing a love so strong that no earthly challenge can ever sever its bond.
Origin
19 September 2023 · Dave Connolly
Unshakeable Faith In The Darkest Hours
Are you searching for a beacon of hope amidst life's darkest hours? Join us for our latest talk, "Unshakable Faith In The Darkest Hours," where we take you on a transformative journey through Acts 14.In this talk, we explore the trials and tribulations faced by Paul and Barnabas, two apostles who remained steadfast in their mission despite facing severe opposition. Their unshakable faith serves as a powerful testament to the strength that can be found in unwavering belief, even in the face of adversity.Whether you're a regular church-goer or someone who's just starting to explore your faith, this talk is for you. It's not about religion—it's about finding a meaningful life, a community, and a sense of purpose.
12 September 2023
37: ‘Divine Detours’ in Life
Lori Ann Wood had a plan for her life. Then heart failure tore it up. We hear how what felt like a devastating medical crisis became something she now calls a divine detour, an event that deviated from every expectation but led to profound spiritual growth. Lori Ann found solace in the stories of biblical figures who faced their own unexpected turns. Her story challenges the assumption that God's plan always looks like the one we drew up for ourselves. Sometimes the detour is the destination.
Origin
12 September 2023 · Pete Farrington
The Good News Of Jesus
Ever felt like life's colors are a bit washed out? Like you're staring at a painting with the contrast turned all the way down? You're not alone. We've all been there, searching for something—anything—that adds depth, meaning, and vibrancy to our lives. That's where the good news comes in. 🎨Join us as we take you on an electrifying journey through Acts 13, revealing how the Gospel isn't just an ancient story but a life-changing message that's as relevant today as it was 2,000 years ago.
Origin
5 September 2023 · Will Sopwith
Finding Your Tribe
Ever felt like you're drifting through life, searching for something more? You're not alone. In a world that's more connected than ever, it's easy to feel isolated, misunderstood, or just plain lost. But what if we told you there's a tribe waiting for you—a community where you're not just another face in the crowd?Join us as we uncover the untapped power of community and the Holy Spirit in your life.
5 September 2023
36: Overcoming Curveballs in Life
Claire Thomas and host Anna explore what happens when the life you planned simply does not show up. We hear Claire get honest about the expectations she had, getting married by a certain age, having children on schedule, and what it felt like when none of it materialised as imagined. Rather than bitterness, Claire found a different path. She shares how letting go of the need to control outcomes and trusting God's timing changed everything. This is a conversation for anyone whose life looks nothing like the blueprint they once drew.
Origin
23 August 2023 · Ellie Light
Holding Onto the Goodness of God
Ever felt like you're walking a tightrope of faith, teetering between moments of clarity and clouds of doubt? You're not alone. Join us in this soul-stirring talk as we journey through the raw, real-life emotions of faith, drawing inspiration from the timeless wisdom of Psalm 40.
Origin
22 August 2023 · John Harding
The Lord is my Shepherd
Discover a fresh perspective on one of the most beloved passages in the Bible with our latest talk, "The Lord Is My Shepherd". Join us as we take you on a journey through Psalm 23, revealing its profound insights about God's character and our relationship with Him.
22 August 2023
35: Healing from PTSD
Katy Parker knows what it feels like to carry trauma. We hear her share a riveting story of coping with PTSD, the lifelong journey of self-care and the silver linings that emerged from the worst storms of her life. Katy uses the metaphor of putting on your own oxygen mask first to explain why looking after yourself is not selfish but essential. Her willingness to share her story openly has become part of her healing. This is a conversation about resilience, honesty and the transformative power of refusing to stay silent.
15 August 2023
34: Trusting God in the Midst of Tragedy
Charlotte Nall and her husband were filled with joy and anticipation as they prepared for parenthood. Then everything changed. We hear how heartbreak and confusion replaced excitement, and how each of them navigated this profound challenge in different ways. Their faith was tested to its foundations. But what they discovered at the bottom of the pit was not despair. It was the beginning of something that would bring hope to thousands of other families walking the same painful road. This story will reshape how you think about tragedy and purpose.
Psalms
15 August 2023 · Dave Connolly
David's Prayer for the Modern Age
Explore the timeless wisdom of Psalm 51 in a modern context. Dive into David's quest for renewal and discover how ancient insights offer hope and direction in today's digital age. A fresh perspective on finding meaning amidst life's challenges.
8 August 2023
33: Transatlantic Journeys: A Tale of Love, Faith and Tex-Mex
Anna Grace Farrington's story reads like a novel. We hear about a transatlantic relationship tested by distance, cultural differences and language barriers. Rather than pulling her away from faith, these challenges drove her deeper into it. Anna Grace shares how trusting God through the uncertainty of a cross-cultural love story taught her more about herself than she ever expected. From finding faith to navigating the practicalities of building a life across borders, this is a warm and honest conversation about love, belief and Tex-Mex.
Psalms
8 August 2023 · John Farrington
Reclaiming Your Sanctity (How to Take Refuge in God)
Step into a sanctuary of solace and discover the profound wisdom of Psalm 16 with Crowd Church's latest talk, "Reclaiming Your Sanctity: How to Take Refuge in God." This enlightening exploration, invites you to delve into the depths of faith, finding refuge and sanctity in the embrace of the Divine.
25 July 2023
32: Bridging the Gap Amidst War and Adversity
Pastor Alexandre takes us into the heart of war-torn Congo, where chaos and adversity are daily realities. We hear how he became a beacon of resilience, establishing healthcare facilities for refugees and providing nourishment for malnourished children. His story bridges the gap between despair and hope in the most literal way possible. This is not a comfortable conversation. It is the account of a man who chose compassion when survival alone would have been achievement enough. Pastor Alexandre's life challenges everything we think we know about what one person can do.
18 July 2023
A Leap of Faith: From Dietician to Divine Calling
Christa Spaeth is a wife, mother of two and successful businesswoman who made a decision most people would call reckless. In 2022 she walked away from a long-standing career as a Registered Dietitian at a high-profile food manufacturing company. We hear what it felt like to say goodbye to financial security and step into the unknown because she believed God was calling her somewhere new. Christa shares the fear, the freedom and the faith required to make a leap like that. This is a story about what happens when obedience costs you something real.
Origin
17 July 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Breaking Bread Together: The Quiet Power of a Shared Dinner Table
Discover the transformational power of a shared dinner table in our latest talk, "Breaking Bread Together: The Quiet Power of a Shared Dinner Table”. Diving into Acts 11:1-18, we unearth the profound spiritual significance of breaking bread together, the essence of which echoes in every shared meal.
11 July 2023
30: Football, Faith And Finding Your Identity In Christ
Mike Harris once played professional football for Blackburn and Newcastle United. Now he is a PE teacher in Liverpool, inspiring the next generation of sports stars. We hear Mike share how the identity he built around football was never strong enough to carry him through life. It was finding his identity in Christ that changed everything. Married to Debbie with two children, Mike is honest about what it took to move from the pitch to purpose. This is a story about discovering who you really are when the crowd stops cheering.
4 July 2023
29: Embracing the Unknown: The Transformative Power of Surrender
In a rare turn, host Matt Edmundson sits in the guest chair. We hear him open up about his life as a husband, father of three nearly grown children, ecommerce entrepreneur and founder of Crowd Church. Matt shares what happened when he stopped trying to control every outcome and learned to surrender to the unknown. This is not a polished performance. It is an honest account of what the transformative power of letting go actually looks like in practice, from someone who built his career on planning everything meticulously.
Origin
3 July 2023 · Sharon Edmundson
Finding God in the Digital Age
In this week’s service, Sharon delves into the book of Acts, specifically focusing on the story of Cornelius, a Roman centurion who was earnestly seeking God. This story serves as a metaphor for modern individuals seeking a spiritual connection in a digital age.The talk encourages listeners to seek God actively, consider the evidence of His existence, and take steps in faith even if they don't have the whole picture.
27 June 2023
28: Knowing God, Knowing Self: A Journey to Freedom
Ruth Hettler is a wife, mum, nurse and MSc student who has spent the last five years living in Rwanda with her family. We hear how working for a small intercultural faith-based organisation opened her eyes to parts of herself she had never explored. Ruth shares how the journey to knowing God and knowing herself became inseparable, and how that twin discovery led to a freedom she had never experienced before. Passionate about authentic friendships and mental health, Ruth brings depth and warmth to a conversation about identity and belonging.
Origin
26 June 2023 · John Harding
The Road to Damascus: Paul meets Jesus
In this week’s service, John Harding guides us through an incredible journey on the Road to Damascus. Picture this: Saul, a man fervently opposing Christians, has a life-altering encounter with Jesus that changes everything.This is more than history. It’s a reminder that Jesus is actively transforming lives today. Whether you’re questioning, seeking, or have been on this path for a while, this talk speaks to all hearts.
20 June 2023
27: Faith In The Darkness
Becky Carr is a Brit living in the USA with husband Jared and two young children near Denver, Colorado. We hear how her world was upended by a breast cancer diagnosis and what it took to hold onto faith in the darkness. As an elder at Mile High Vineyard church and Executive Assistant to the National Director of Vineyard USA, Becky was no stranger to faith. But cancer tested it in ways nothing else had. An enthusiastic tea drinker who loves snowboarding and hiking, Becky brings grit and warmth to a conversation about surviving the unthinkable.
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19 June 2023 · Dave Connolly
How The Holy Spirit Guides Us
Dave Connolly unravels a captivating story from the book of Acts (Chapter 8:26-40), a tale of divine guidance, obedience, and the transcendent power of the gospel. This talk takes you on a journey with Philip and an Ethiopian eunuch, showing how the Holy Spirit guides us, one step at a time.We delve into the heart of personal evangelism, showing how each of us can share the gospel with those in our lives, guided by the Holy Spirit. In this talk, you'll discover the joy of obedience to God's promptings, even when the purpose isn't immediately clear. You'll see how the gospel transcends ethnic and social boundaries, reaching out to all, just as it did to the Ethiopian eunuch.
13 June 2023
26: Building a Legacy of Hope
Jessica Weeks and her husband Andrew lost their baby daughter Emelia in 2017, when their eldest daughter Hannah was only two. We hear how that devastating loss became the foundation for something extraordinary. Jess founded Hannah's House, a charity in the West Midlands providing refuge for families who have experienced any kind of baby loss. This is not a story about moving on. It is about building something meaningful from the wreckage, creating a legacy of hope that now reaches families across the region who need it most.
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12 June 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things
Ever felt ordinary? Ever believed there's something extraordinary inside you, waiting to be unleashed? Our latest talk, "Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things," is a powerful exploration of this very theme. Dive into the world of early Christians as told in Acts 8:1-15, and discover how they transformed their ordinary lives into extraordinary missions.We look into the story of Philip - an everyday man who, guided by faith, courage, and the Holy Spirit, created ripples of change. Like Philip, you're more than what you perceive yourself to be; you're a vessel waiting to be filled with divine purpose.
6 June 2023
25: A Tale of Covid, Cancer And The Constancy of God's Goodness
Evelyn Sherwood has served in pastoral ministry for thirty-five years alongside her husband Steven in Indiana. We hear how surviving both cancer and Covid-19 gave her a perspective most people will never have. With two grown children and eight grandchildren, Evelyn has lived a life rich with purpose. But it was in the hospital beds and recovery rooms that she discovered something unshakeable about God's constancy. She now uses her story to encourage others to grab hold of hope in the middle of their own storms.
Origin
5 June 2023 · Pete Farrington
Christianity And The Pursuit Of Happiness
We carry on our study of the Book of Acts. Today we are looking at Acts 7:51-60, see what we can learn from the story of Stephen, who ends up being martyred for his faith and how that ties in with popular quotes stating that God doesn't just want to give you Jesus but an abundant life too.Somehow, Stephen found supreme joy in having Jesus, despite facing death. So has Christianity in the West been watered down? Is faith just about personal prosperity and comfort, or rather as a commitment that may involve sacrifice and even persecution?What about the contemporary interpretation of self-love, has it been distorted to prioritise individual comfort and personal gain rather than denying oneself to follow Christ? Brace yourself for a reality check that is as challenging as it is enlightening.
30 May 2023
24: Blessings in Disguise: Finding God in Life's Trials
Peter Awad is an Executive Coach to Christian businessmen, co-founder of Mission Meats and founder of Import Auto Performance. We hear how the trials Peter faced in life and business turned out to be blessings in disguise. Rather than derailing his faith, each challenge deepened it. Peter now helps kingdom-minded businessmen find purpose, grow their businesses and live out their vision without compromising their values. His story is a masterclass in finding God in the places you least expect, especially when everything seems to be going wrong.
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29 May 2023 · John Sloan
How to Challenge Discrimination and Embrace Genuine Faith
In this enlightening exploration of Acts 7:1-50, John draws us back to the early church and reminds us of the poignant story of Stephen. As Stephen stood against the biases of his time, we are called to challenge discrimination in our own lives today.This is more than just a history lesson; it's a call to action for all believers and those interested in the core of the Christian faith. We dive deep into the roots of our beliefs, and rise with the understanding that our faith is one of acceptance, love, and justice.
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22 May 2023 · Matt Edmundson
How to Stand Up for What's Right
Are you tired of seeing injustice and wondering how you can make a difference? Join us at Crowd Church as we dive into exploring the inspiring story of Stephen in Acts 6:8-15. Discover "How to Stand Up for What's Right" in a world that often seems dominated by negativity and conflict.
18 May 2023
23: Surviving Abuse
Sadaf Beynon is known to regular listeners as the brilliant podcast producer working behind the scenes. But in this episode she steps in front of the microphone with a story that takes real courage to tell. We hear Sadaf share her experience of surviving abuse, how it shaped her and how she found a way through. A mum of two with a Master's degree in Business, Sadaf brings intelligence and emotional honesty to a conversation most people would avoid. This is one of the bravest episodes in the series.
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15 May 2023 · Dave Connolly
How to Handle Conflict in Church
Are you tired of conflicts within your church community or feeling disconnected from the people around you? Join us as Dave Connolly uncovers the secrets to handling conflicts within the church, inspired by Acts 6:1-7. This talk is designed to resonate with those who seek answers to live a meaningful life and are looking for a safe space to explore their Christian faith.Dave explores the challenges faced by the early church as it rapidly grew and reveals the timeless wisdom of the apostles' conflict resolution strategy. Learn how to resolve conflicts with love, humility, and understanding, striving for unity within your church community.If you've ever felt like you're missing out on the deeper connections and unity that a church community can offer, this message is for you. Let's break the barriers and create a peaceful, united church environment that reflects God's love and glory.
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8 May 2023 · Anna Kettle
Choosing Joy In Hard Times
Unveil the secret to Choosing Joy in Hard Times with this uplifting and heartwarming talk by Anna Kettle at Crowd Church. As we explore Acts 5, we'll delve into the profound spiritual strength Peter and John discovered within themselves through faith and the Holy Spirit, enabling them to face adversity and persecution with courage.Join us on this journey of spiritual growth and perseverance, where we'll learn how to overcome adversity and embrace joy even during life's darkest moments. This inspirational message of hope and inner strength is perfect for anyone who may be struggling to find joy right now, but yearns to deepen their Christian faith.
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2 May 2023 · John Harding
To Step Into The Miraculous, Step Into The Mission
Discover the transformative power of stepping into your life's mission with this empowering message from Crowd Church, titled "To Step into the Miraculous, Step into the Mission." Dive into the Book of Acts as John Harding reveals how embracing God's calling can lead to a miraculous, faith-driven life that can change the world around you.
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24 April 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Why Faith And Patience Inherit The Promises Of God
In today's talk, titled "Waiting with Purpose: Why Faith And Patience Inherit The Promises Of God," Matt Edmundson shares valuable insights into how through faith and patience we can find the fulfillment of God's promises in our lives.Drawing from Hebrews 6:10-12, Matt delves into five essential points to help us understand the power of faith and patience: 1) The Foundation of Faith, 2) The Virtue of Patience, 3) Embracing the Wait, 4) Don't Waste the Waiting, and 5) Inheriting the Promises of God. This talk will not only encourage you in your faith journey but also inspire you to see waiting as an opportunity to grow closer to God and embrace His plans for your life.
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17 April 2023 · Sharon Edmundson
Navigating Life's Challenges with Faith
Life can be full of challenges, but how do we navigate them with faith? In this talk, Sharon Edmundson from Crowd Church explores Acts 5:12-16 and shares insights on believing God for miracles, the impossible, and trusting Him in difficult times.
Easter Messages
10 April 2023 · Dave Connolly
Easter 2023 Church Service
Welcome to our online church Easter service! Join us as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the ultimate display of God's love and power. This year, our Easter service will be carrying on our study in the Book of Acts, exploring themes of honesty, unity, and new life in the resurrected Christ.As we gather in this online church service, we invite you to reflect on the significance of Easter, the cornerstone of the Christian faith. Through prayer, worship, and biblical teachings, we will delve deeper into the resurrection easter story and discover the transformative power of Jesus Christ's resurrection.
4 April 2023
22: Combining Faith And Works
Ed Walker is a seasoned humanitarian with over ten years of experience in relief and development across Africa's war zones and disaster areas. We hear how he reached over 100,000 people affected by conflict, chaired the NGO Steering Committee and wrote Reflections from the Scorched Earth, a book that sold over 500 copies. Ed does not separate faith from works. He shares how belief without action is meaningless and how his experiences in some of the world's hardest places taught him what combining the two actually demands.
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3 April 2023 · Pete Farrington
Prayer That Changes Things - Acts 4:23-33
Discover the power of prayer that can change your life, transform difficult situations, and bring healing to your soul. Join us at Crowd Church for an inspiring talk by Pete Farrington, titled "Prayer That Changes Things," based on Acts 4:23-33. Experience how powerful prayer for a miracle in a difficult situation can lead to life-changing moments and shift the course of history.In this talk, Pete explores the profound impact of prayer on the early church and how it can inspire us today to boldly declare the gospel in the face of intense persecution. Be encouraged as you learn how a deep understanding of God's sovereignty and man's responsibility can lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment.
28 March 2023
21: Smuggling Bibles, Surviving Danger, and Embracing God's Grace
Mark Buchannan has been a Christian since the age of three, but his story is anything but ordinary. We hear about a life that has included Bible College, street preaching, church planting, leading worship, organising conferences worldwide and even smuggling Bibles into restricted countries. Mark has preached to over 20,000 people and is now working on a Christian response to poverty through Fair Trade. His story reads like an adventure novel, except every word is true. This is a conversation about what happens when faith leads you into danger and you go anyway.
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27 March 2023 · James Sloan
Thrive In Adversity - Acts 4:1-22
James Sloan dives deep into Acts 4, exploring how to thrive in adversity through faith, courage, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. In this encouraging talk, James shares personal stories and testimonies that will inspire and uplift your spirit, reminding you that God is always by your side in times of hardship.Drawing from the richness of Acts 4, James offers insightful commentary and relatable applications for our lives today. As we face adversity head-on with courage, this talk will teach us how to deal with adversity in life and how to thrive under pressure.
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21 March 2023 · John Farrington
The Transformation of Peter (Acts 3:13-26)
Join us for an inspirational service with speaker John Farrington as we explore the transformation of Peter, one of the most well-known apostles in Christian faith. Using Acts chapter 3 as a base scripture, John will provide a powerful commentary on Peter's story and how his life was transformed through faith. Discover the true meaning of transformation and be inspired by the life transformation stories of the apostle Peter.
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20 March 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Jesus Lifts Us Up: Get Unstuck!
If you're feeling stuck in life, you're not alone. In this week's online church service, we look at the story of the first miracle in the book of Acts and see that Jesus still lifts us up out of what holds us down. Through the story of the lame man at the temple gate, we see the central point of faith in the name of Jesus and that Jesus' authority and strength can transform our lives and lift us up from where we are to where we should be.
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6 March 2023 · Tony Uddin
Characteristics of a Growing Church - What church should really look like
Tony Uddin explores Acts chapter two to uncover what the early church actually looked like: not a building with programmes, but a community of changed people devoted to one another. With insights from Conversation Street on the Asbury revival, the danger of consumeristic church, and the power of simple gatherings, this message challenges us to rediscover what church was always meant to be, and asks what would happen if we actually lived it out.
Miscellaneous
27 February 2023 · John Harding
How To Be Resilient When Times Get Tough
In this week's service, we look at this idea of Living well in a world shaped by crisis with a thought-provoking talk by John Harding that will inspire and challenge us to navigate the complexities of the world we live in. As we face unprecedented times with global crises, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain. In this talk, John shares insights and practical strategies to help us find hope, purpose, and meaning in the midst of crisis. He draws on his deep understanding of theology, psychology, and real-life experience to provide us with tools to navigate our personal and collective challenges.
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20 February 2023 · Will Sopwith
Peter's Sermon Acts 2 (Acts 2:14-41)
Peter goes from being scared, full of fear and hiding away from authorities to being a bold public speaker within a matter of days. Peter is transformed. But why? And what can we learn from Peter's Pentecost Sermon - his first public speech - in Acts 2? This week we look at Acts 2:14-41 as we carry on our ORIGIN series (Book of Acts sermon series), looking at the birth of the church and asking why this Man, Jesus, from 2000 years ago still has a major impact on the world today.
14 February 2023
20: Finding Meaning In Your Life
Jared Mitchell and his wife Alana are successful entrepreneurs running SkincarebyAlana.com from Orange County, California. Married for nineteen years with two sons, they have built something most people dream of. But we hear Jared share that business success alone was never enough. He opens up about accepting Jesus into his heart and how that decision gave his life a meaning that professional achievement could not. This is a conversation about what happens when someone who has everything the world promises discovers it was never the point.
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13 February 2023 · Chris Holcombe
God Sends The Holy Spirit - An Unforgettable Encounter | Acts 2:1-13
What would it be like to have an encounter with the Holy Spirit? In this week's livestream - the Holy Spirit comes. We see how God sent the Holy Spirit to empower His disciples on Pentecost. Watch as these ordinary people are transformed into fearless witnesses for Jesus and it's an amazing story of how God can work through us when we're obedient to Him.If you're curious about what happened on the day of Pentecost, or if you want to learn more about how to encounter the Holy Spirit yourself, then come and join in the conversation.This week we look at Acts 2:1-13 as we carry on our ORIGIN series, looking at the birth of the church and asks why this Man, Jesus, from 2000 years ago still has a major impact on the world today.
7 February 2023
19: Nothing is ever wasted with God
Ian Dowsett has spent twenty years in church leadership alongside his wife Ruth. We hear how they planted a church on an estate in Central London before moving to lead a church in North West London. Ian shares the conviction that nothing is ever wasted with God, not the setbacks, not the failures, not the seasons that felt pointless. A former history teacher, tentative triathlete and father of three girls and one very lazy dog, Ian brings humour and hard-won wisdom to a conversation about trusting that every chapter serves a purpose.
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6 February 2023 · Dave Connolly
Finding God's Will (Acts 1:15-26)
Have you ever wondered how to know the will of God for your life? That's the topic of this week's Crowd Church live stream! Come and join in.
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30 January 2023 · John Sloan
Develop a deeper prayer life (Acts 1:12-14)
Developing a strong prayer life is the topic of this video. Join in our Online Church Service talk and ask if prayer really does change things? And if so, why and how can we develop a better prayer life?This week we look at Acts 1:4-11 as we carry on our ORIGIN series, looking at the birth of the church and ask why this Man, Jesus, from 2000 years ago, still has a major impact on the world today.
26 January 2023
18: Figuring out relationships in my 20s
Josh Birch is a husband, father of two, physiotherapist at Alder Hey hospital, avid cricketer and Liverpool FC fan. We hear how he grew up in a Christian household but fell away from God during his teenage years. His twenties became a season of figuring out relationships, identity and what faith actually meant to him on his own terms. Josh shares the honest reality of navigating love, belief and growing up when you are no longer sure what you believe. This is a relatable story for anyone who has wrestled with faith in their twenties.
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23 January 2023 · Sharon Edmundson
The Promise of the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4-11)
Sharon Edmundson challenges our culture's obsession with being enough on our own. Through Acts 1:4-11, she reveals why Jesus promised the Holy Spirit - not as a spiritual bonus, but as essential equipment for the life God designed us to live. With powerful stories of everyday encounters with God, Sharon shows what it looks like when ordinary people stop pretending and start depending on the Spirit's power. Discover why admitting your limitations might be the most freeing thing you do this week.
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20 January 2023 · Matt Edmundson
Speaking About The Kingdom Of God (Acts 1:1-3)
What would you do if you knew that you would leave this world in about 40 days from now? Jesus had risen from the dead, but in 40 days He would soon leave this world, and ascend to heaven. So what did He say and do in those last 40 days?This week we look at Acts 1:1-3 as we carry on our ORIGIN series, looking at the birth of the church and asks why this Man, Jesus, from 2000 years ago still has a major impact on the world today.
10 January 2023
17: Love Thy Neighbor As Thyself
Caesar Kalinowski is a father, recent grandpa and has been married to his high school sweetheart Tina for over thirty-five years. We hear how this serial entrepreneur, church planter and author of the top-selling Gospel Primer turned discipleship and mission into a lifestyle rather than an event. Having worked in over thirty countries training thousands of people, Caesar shares what loving your neighbour actually looks like when you take it seriously. His story is warm, practical and challenges the comfortable version of faith most people settle for.
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9 January 2023 · John Harding
How the Church Started
If you're looking for a new church to check out, or just curious about what the Book of Acts is all about, you'll want to watch this video. This week we review this amazing book and look at stories from the book of acts as we carry on our ORIGIN series, looking at the birth of the church and asks why this Man, Jesus, from 2000 years ago still has a major impact on the world today.
Miscellaneous
4 January 2023 · Matt Edmundson
How To Turn Your Life Around in 30 Days
Happy New Year 2023!
4 January 2023
16: Learning to be Content
John Sloan was born and raised in Liverpool, trained in surgery and emergency medicine and spent 38 years as an A&E Consultant in the NHS. We hear how a man who built his career on high-pressure decision-making had to learn something far harder in retirement. Contentment. Married to Myra, also a doctor, with three grown children and nine grandchildren, John now co-leads Frontline Wirral. His story explores what happens when the thing that defined you stops, and you have to discover who you are without it.
Christmas Message
26 December 2022 · Anna Kettle
Crowd Christmas Service 2022
Merry Christmas from all of us at Crowd Church. Join in our Christmas Day service for some Christmas Carols and a message from Anna about the joy of God with Us.
Christmas Message
19 December 2022 · Matt Edmundson
Finding Peace in Difficult Times
In this week's online church service, we look at the Christmas Story and see a wonderful thread of truth that finding peace in hard times, finding peace in troubled times is more than possible.
14 December 2022
15: How Gratitude Changes Everything
Simon Guillebaud is an author, speaker, social entrepreneur, cyclist and charity founder. Together with his wife Lizzie, he has been awarded an MBE for services to Burundi. We hear Simon share how gratitude became the lens through which he sees everything, even the hardest seasons of life. A bestselling author and father of three, Simon does not offer platitudes. He shares real stories from real situations where choosing gratitude made a tangible difference. His perspective will challenge anyone who thinks thankfulness is a soft virtue.
Origin
12 December 2022 · John Harding
Resurrection of Jesus Christ: Summary | Part 2
In this week's online church service, we look at the second part of our summary of the resurrection of Jesus as per the account in John's Gospel.
7 December 2022
14: Birth Trauma: Processing & Overcoming
Beth Coppenhall is Yorkshire-born, a full-time mum of two and an avid blogger. We hear how she grew up with a praying mum but did not come to faith herself until later in life, after struggling through university and battling glandular fever. Then came birth trauma, an experience that shook her to her core. Beth shares with raw honesty what it took to process and overcome the psychological impact of a traumatic birth. Her story is essential listening for anyone who has been through something similar and felt alone in it.
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5 December 2022 · Pete Farrington
Resurrection of Jesus Christ: Summary | Part 1
In this week's online church service, we look at a summary of the resurrection of Jesus as per the account in John's Gospel.
30 November 2022
13: The Need to Encourage Men
Alistair Marshall is a husband, father of three daughters, avid cyclist and Cardio Thoracic Surgical Practitioner in Liverpool. We hear why Al believes men are in desperate need of encouragement and what happens when they actually receive it. Known among his friends for his huge heart, Al opens up about the pressures men face and the silence that surrounds them. This is not a lecture about masculinity. It is an honest, warm conversation about why men need other men to show up for them and what that looks like in practice.
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28 November 2022 · Sherlon Atkins
Jesus Prayed For You
Jesus prays for unity, and other surprising prayers Jesus makes are recorded in John's Gospel, chapter 17. In this week's Church sermon, we look at how Jesus prayed for me and for you.
23 November 2022
12: Putting Family Before Work
Mark Mitchell is a local lad from Birkenhead who started Mitchell Group in 1990 with his wife Anita and a Barclays overdraft. The business now represents Lexus, Mazda and Skoda in Cheshire Oaks. We hear how Mark's passionate Christian faith forced him to confront a question most entrepreneurs avoid. What happens when work consistently wins over family? Mark shares the turning point that made him rethink his priorities and the practical changes he made. His story is a challenge to anyone who says they put family first but knows their diary tells a different story.
Origin
22 November 2022 · Sharon Edmundson
I AM The Way, The Truth and The Life
Sharon unpacks what it means - Jesus said, "I am the way the truth and the life" as we continue looking at John's Gospel (John 14:6).
Origin
15 November 2022 · Tony Uddin
Turning Leadership on its head!
What does it mean when the most powerful person in the room chooses the lowest task? Tony Uddin explores Jesus washing the disciples' feet and challenges everything we think we know about leadership. From the scandal of God kneeling before dusty feet to the uncomfortable question of who we serve who can't repay us, this message reframes power, humility, and what it truly means to follow Jesus. Spoiler: it involves a lot less ladder-climbing and a lot more towels.
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8 November 2022 · Dave Connolly
What can Jesus do about Death?
Death makes us uncomfortable for good reason—it's the one thing none of us can escape. Dave Connolly explores the story of Lazarus and asks what Jesus can actually do about our mortality. What we discover isn't just a miracle story—it's an invitation to know the person who conquered death and offers life beyond the grave. Whether you're grieving, questioning, or simply trying to figure out what your life is for, this conversation offers something unexpected: hope that doesn't depend on circumstances. Dave Connolly masterfully guides us through one of the most important parts of the bible - the raising of Lazarus by Jesus!
4 November 2022
11: How My Mom Dying of Cancer Drew Me Closer to God
Brett Curry is a husband, father of eight, basketball coach and Bible study host living in Springfield, Missouri. We hear how his mother's death from cancer did something unexpected. Rather than pushing him away from God, it drew him closer. Brett shares how friendship, brotherhood and faith carried him through a season of grief that could have gone either way. A huge Kansas City Chiefs fan with a gift for connection, Brett brings honesty and warmth to a conversation about what loss teaches us when we let it.
Origin
1 November 2022 · Esther Richards
The Blind Man Who Saw God
A man born blind receives his sight, but the religious leaders are too busy arguing about Sabbath rules to notice the miracle. Esther Richards unpacks John 9 and 10, challenging us to pay attention to what God's doing—even when it doesn't fit our expectations. What does it mean to be a witness? How do we avoid missing Jesus while getting caught up in religion? And what does it mean that the Good Shepherd chose to lay down his life? This is a call to open our eyes and see what's right in front of us.
26 October 2022
10: God Get Me Out Of This And I'll Do Anything
Dave Connolly is the co-founding pastor of Frontline Church in Liverpool. We hear how growing up in Toxteth shaped a man who would one day make a desperate plea to God. Get me out of this and I will do anything. Dave shares what happened when God took him at his word and he had to follow through. From pastoring Toxteth Tabernacle to now supporting church leaders across the city, Dave's story is raw, funny and deeply moving. This is a conversation about what happens when a bargain with God turns into a calling you never expected.
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25 October 2022 · James Sloan
Who is Jesus to me?
You can know all the Bible stories and still miss the point. James Sloan explores John chapter 7, where crowds who'd been waiting for the Messiah stood face to face with him and couldn't see it. Through the lens of "God-smart vs God-connected," we discover what it really means to encounter Jesus—not as information to learn, but as living water to drink. Anna's story of transformation from food bank visitor to church leader shows what happens when someone genuinely meets Jesus and finds their place in God's family.
20 October 2022
09: Higher Heights, Deeper Seas
Malcolm and Trish Morgan have spent their lives working for the church and Christian organisations across the globe, from South Africa to Northern Ireland, Greece and the UK. We hear how a life of constant movement and service tested and deepened their faith in equal measure. Malcolm now serves as senior pastor of St Andrews in Bath, while Trish has written Higher Heights, Deeper Seas, capturing their remarkable journey. This is a story about two people who said yes to God repeatedly and discovered that each yes led somewhere they could not have predicted.
Origin
18 October 2022 · Jack Mariner
Jesus the Bread of Life
Join us as Jack looks at this idea of Jesus being the Bread of Life...and what that means.
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9 October 2022 · Pete Farrington
The Need for Jesus
Peter Farrington takes us through the next stage of the gospel of John. We're looking at how to really trust Jesus all the time, not just when we feel like we need Him.
4 October 2022
08: When your perfect life spirals out of control
Jenny Oliver is a true Liverpudlian, married to childhood sweetheart Dave with three children and a shared passion for Everton Football Club. We hear how Jenny had what looked like the perfect life, a great childhood, great education and a fairytale wedding. Then it all started spiralling out of control. Jenny shares with disarming honesty what happened when the life she thought she had built came apart and how she found her way back from the brink. This is a story that will resonate with anyone whose life has looked perfect from the outside while falling apart within.
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2 October 2022 · Dave Connolly
The Pathway to God
If all roads lead to God, Nicodemus should be at the front of the queue—religious, moral, devout. But Jesus told him none of it counted. Dave Connolly walks us through John 3 and 4, where Jesus meets a religious leader and a social outcast with the same message: you need to be completely remade. Not upgraded. Not tweaked. Born again. It's uncomfortable, but it's also the great equaliser—and the only pathway to God.
27 September 2022
07: Dealing With Cancer
Anni Uddin is originally from Germany but now lives in London with her husband Tony, who pastors Tower Hamlets Community Church. We hear how Anni, who works for London City Mission supporting homeless and marginalised people through housing projects and night shelters, faced a diagnosis that strikes fear into every heart. Cancer. She shares what it was like to receive that word and how she navigated the treatment, the uncertainty and the questions that followed. This is a story about confronting your worst fear and discovering what holds you up when everything else falls away.
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25 September 2022 · Matt Edmundson
Grace and Truth
Matt looks at this idea of Jesus being full of Grace and Truth. We look at how if just focus on truth, we can become mean and judgemental. Or if we focus on grace, we end up with no standards and believe that anything goes.The way to navigate the divisive times in which we live, we need both grace AND truth - just like Jesus. These are some of the ideas that we'll be exploring in this service.
20 September 2022
06: Serving and Following God: A Daily Commitment
Nic Harding is one of the co-founding pastors of Frontline Church and currently serves as Director of Kairos Connexion, connecting people to mission opportunities locally and globally. We hear Nic share why following God is not a one-time decision but a daily commitment that shapes everything. His passion for living a life of mission comes through in every word. This is a conversation about what happens when serving God stops being something you do on Sundays and becomes the rhythm of your entire week.
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18 September 2022 · John Harding
A Bigger Jesus
How would you start a biography of Jesus? Matthew, Mark and Luke each chose conventional approaches. But John? He went back before time itself. John Harding explores John 1's extraordinary claim: Jesus wasn't just a good teacher who lived 2,000 years ago—he's the pre-existent Word who spoke creation into being. The uncaused cause. The unmoved mover. And here's why it matters: in him was life. Real life. The kind that lifts us out of the rat race and gives meaning and purpose. Receive him, believe in him, and find yourself born into God's family.
13 September 2022
05: Trusting God Through The Seasons Of Life
James Sloan lives in Liverpool with his wife and three children. As CEO of Imagine If Trust, a community action charity, and a leader at Frontline Church, James has seen the full spectrum of life's seasons. We hear him share what it takes to keep trusting God when circumstances shift and the ground beneath you feels unstable. This is not theoretical faith. James brings practical, lived experience to a conversation about staying anchored through the ups and downs that no one can avoid.
What Does the Bible Say About...
11 September 2022 · Prince Thomas
Tribute to Queen Elizabeth | What does the Bible say about Itself?
What does the Bible actually claim about itself? Prince Thomas breaks it down into four words beginning with S: Supreme (supernaturally inspired across 66 books, 40 authors, and 1,500 years), Sufficient (God's vision for man, not man's vision of God), Self-illuminating (the author is present when you read it), and Saves (introducing readers to the Saviour himself). Whether you're a president or a prisoner, this ancient library has spoken with equal intensity to millions. Discover why a book written millennia ago remains remarkably relevant today.
6 September 2022
04: Surviving Recurrent Miscarriage: Grief, Grace and Gratitude
Anna Kettle describes herself as a slow living advocate, recurrent miscarriage warrior, lover of books and coffee, and a big believer in the healing power of words. We hear how surviving multiple miscarriages led her to co-found SPACE, a peer support network for women affected by miscarriage and infertility. Anna does not pretend the grief is simple or the healing is quick. She shares with raw honesty what it cost her and how gratitude emerged from a place most people would associate only with loss. Her story is a lifeline for anyone walking a similar path.
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4 September 2022 · Lisa Orange
What does the Bible say about Mental Health?
What does the Bible say about Mental Health? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What factors affect mental health?How to connect with God through mental health struggles?How does God feel about and respond to us?
30 August 2022
03: God’s Loving Pursuit
Sharon Edmundson is from Liverpool, a mother of three grown children and a woman with a remarkable story to tell. We hear how God's relentless, loving pursuit reached her and transformed everything. Sharon now teaches English to refugees and asylum seekers, driven by a desire to see people with broken lives find restoration. Her story is a testimony to the faithfulness of God even when we are not looking for Him. Warm, honest and deeply moving, Sharon shares what it feels like to be found by a love you were not expecting.
30 August 2022
02: A Loving Neighbour's Story (How He Became a Foster And Adopt Parent)
Phil Watson is from Liverpool, a part-time school teacher and full-time adoption and fostering advocate who loves riding his bike everywhere, even when it means carrying it on his shoulder. We hear how Phil, who grew up in a Christian home, felt called to open his family to children who needed one. With two birth children and one adopted child, he shares the joys, challenges and surprises of fostering and adoption. This is a story about what being a loving neighbour actually looks like when you bring it into your own home.
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28 August 2022 · Esther Richards
Dealing with Depression | Interview with Esther Richards
Esther Richards was about ten years old when her mental health started to unravel. What began as anxiety around school grew into something much darker. We hear Esther describe with remarkable openness what it was like to live with depression through her teenage years and into her early twenties. Her mum always said she was a bit of a worrier, but this was something far beyond worry. Esther shares the moments that made the difference and the people who refused to let her face it alone. This is a vital conversation about depression, honesty and the slow road back to wellness.
28 August 2022
01: From Anxiety to Inner Peace
Esther Richards is part of the student ministry at Frontline Church in Liverpool, where she lives with her husband Chris. We hear how anxiety took hold of her life from the age of ten and held on for years. With an archaeology degree and a love for ancient civilisations, Esther brings a thoughtful perspective to a conversation about mental health that affects millions. She shares openly about different types of mental illness and the path she walked from crippling anxiety to genuine inner peace. Her story offers real hope without pretending the journey is easy.
Miscellaneous
21 August 2022 · Matt Edmundson
How do I get to know God?
Matt Edmundson tackles one of the most frequently asked questions he receives. Drawing on over 24 years of marriage as a surprisingly useful parallel, he explores whether it is genuinely possible to know God personally and what that actually looks like in practice. We hear practical starting points for anyone curious about faith, whether brand new to the conversation or decades in.
Miscellaneous
14 August 2022 · Chris & Beth Kent
Stories of Healing | Update from the Kents
Beth and Chris Kent, church planters in Johnson City, Tennessee, share remarkable stories of physical healing from their community. From a woman with chronic neck pain after a car accident to other unexpected recoveries, they recount what happened when ordinary people simply prayed. Matt and Dan unpack the implications in Conversation Street.
Miscellaneous
7 August 2022 · John Harding
Journey Through The Wall
Ever hit a wall in life where you just couldn't keep going? John Harding explores those moments—divorce, job loss, betrayal, illness—when life turns upside down and faith doesn't seem to work. Drawing from Peter Scazzero's book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, he shares three keys to moving through: vision (seeing beyond this moment), forgiveness (what imprisons us versus what frees us), and encounter (meeting Jesus in the pain). With honest stories from his own journey and Corrie Ten Boom's powerful example, John shows there's beauty waiting on the other side of the wall.
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31 July 2022 · Sharon Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Loneliness?
What does the Bible say about Loneliness? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What is Loneliness and how does it affect us?What does the Bible say about Loneliness?How can we feel less alone?
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24 July 2022 · Jack Mariner
What Does The Bible Say About Sabbath Rest?
What does the Bible say about Sabbath Rest? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What is Sabbath Rest and why do we need it according to the Bible?How do we find Sabbath Rest in our busy lives today?Should the Sabbath be a day of rest?
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17 July 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Baptism?
Should you get baptised? And why do Christians make such a big deal about it? Matt Edmundson digs into what the Bible actually says—exploring why Jesus himself got baptised (even though he'd never sinned), the concept of 'The Divine Exchange,' and what happens when we go under the water and come back up again. Spoiler: it's about identifying with Christ's death, burial and resurrection. He also tackles the practical questions: infant baptism, how long to wait, what to wear, and who should do the baptising. Whether you're curious or ready to take the plunge, this one's for you.
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10 July 2022 · Abi Sharples
What Does The Bible Say About Being A Christian?
Nearly two and a half billion people call themselves Christians—but what does that actually mean? Abi Sharples cuts through the confusion with what she calls 'the three-tense gospel': we have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved. She unpacks how becoming a Christian isn't just a one-time decision but a lifelong journey of transformation. From understanding your new identity in Christ to letting your roots grow deep through life's challenges, this is a clear, practical guide to what the Bible actually says about following Jesus.
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3 July 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Parenting?
There's no training manual for parenting—yet it's one of the most important things we'll ever do. Matt Edmundson digs into what the Bible actually says, exploring how God himself models parenting through patience, grace and unconditional love. He unpacks the difference between discipline and punishment (one makes us better, the other makes us bitter), why creating a culture of honour means fewer rules, and what it looks like to walk at your child's pace. With practical wisdom from Josh and Charlie Langlois plus Phil Watson's refreshingly honest tips, this is real talk for real parents navigating the beautiful mess of family life.
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26 June 2022 · Adam Drury
What Does The Bible Say About Fostering and Adoption?
What does the Bible say about Fostering & Adoption? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:How has adoption changed throughout history?What are the challenges associated with adoption?How can Christians support adoptive families and children in need of homes?
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19 June 2022 · Pete Farrington
What Does The Bible Say About Jesus?
What does the Bible say about Jesus? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Who is Jesus?What are his teachings?Why do Christians believe Jesus is the only way to salvation?
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12 June 2022 · John Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Suffering?
What does the Bible say about suffering? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Where is God in my suffering?Why would God allow this suffering in my life or in my world if there was a God?Can there be hope in the midst of suffering?
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5 June 2022 · Dan Rodgers
What Does The Bible Say About God?
What does the Bible say about God? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Who is God?How many God's are there? How do we experience God in our lives today?
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29 May 2022 · James Sloan
What Does The Bible Say About A Life Of Purpose?
What does the Bible say about A Life Of Purpose? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:How can the Bible help you live a life of purpose?What is God's purpose for your life?How do you start living with purpose today?
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22 May 2022 · Sharon Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Anger?
What does the Bible say about Anger? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:How can you deal with anger?Is anger always wrong?What about righteous anger?
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15 May 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Being A Man?
What does the Bible say about Being A Man? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:- What does the Bible say about the role of a man?- How do men differ from women according to the Bible?- What challenges specific to modern day manhood can the Bible help address?
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8 May 2022 · Esther Richards
What Does The Bible Say About Trusting in God?
What does the Bible say about Trusting In God? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Trusting God in difficult timesWhat does trusting in God mean?How do I know I can trust God?
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1 May 2022 · Kirsten Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Sex?
What does the Bible say about Sex? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Is it a sin to have sex?What are the rules of sex in the Bible?What does it look like to honour God in your sex life?
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24 April 2022 · Will Sopwith
What Does The Bible Say About Education?
What does the Bible say about Education? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What do Christians believe about education?What does the Bible say about educating our children?How can we apply the Bible's teaching on education to our own lives today?
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17 April 2022 · Pete Farrington
What does the Bible say about Easter?
What does the Bible say about Easter? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:Why do Christians celebrate Easter?Why did Jesus have to die? Is there more to Easter than bunnies and chocolate eggs?
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10 April 2022 · Jennie Taylor
What Does The Bible Say About Forgiveness?
What does the Bible say about forgiveness? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What does Jesus teach about forgiveness?What about letting go?Can you forgive someone who has died?Do you have to forgive and forget?
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3 April 2022 · John Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Church?
What does the Bible say about church? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What is church?What did Jesus have to say about the church?Who Can Be A Part Of The Church?How To Be Part Of The Church
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27 March 2022 · John Sloan
What does the Bible say about poverty and wealth?
What does the Bible say about poverty and wealth? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:When is wealth a good thing? And when is it a bad thing?Why there are different types of poverty and how to tackle them biblically.Why does God give us money?Why does Jesus warn us about money?
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20 March 2022 · Sherlon Atkins
What Does The Bible Say About Prayer?
What does the Bible say about prayer? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:- Does God hear our prayers?- Why does Jesus say about prayer?- Does God answer our prayers?- Why prayer is a good thing
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13 March 2022 · Hannah Sloan
What Does The Bible Say About Women?
What does the Bible say about women? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions and topics such as:What does the bible say about women in leadership?How did Jesus treat women? Was it with dignity and respect?Did Jesus have any disciples who were women?Women are created equally in God's image, so what does this mean for us today?
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6 March 2022 · Sharon Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Truth?
What does the Bible say about truth? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions such as:What Is Truth According To The Bible?What is the difference between objective truth and subjective truth?"What If I'm Wrong?" - How To Tell The Difference Between What You Know And What You BelieveDoes the Bible say that God is the ultimate source of all truth
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27 February 2022 · Anni Uddin
What Does The Bible Say About Cancer?
What does the Bible say about cancer? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's another huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions such as:The Bible's Perspective On Life With CancerWhy Does God Allow Bad Things To Happen?How To Help Someone Who Has Been Diagnosed With CancerHow Can I Pray For Someone With Cancer?
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20 February 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Success and Failure?
What does the Bible say about success and failure? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions such as:What does the Bible say about success?What is success in God's eye?Does God even want me to be successful?How do we overcome our failures
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13 February 2022 · Nic Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Friendship?
What does the Bible say about Friendship? That's this week's question for our online church service. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation as we look at questions such as:What does Godly friendship look like?What Are Some Examples Of Good Friendships In The Bible?Can we be a friend of God?What makes a good friend?
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6 February 2022 · Tony Uddin
What Does The Bible Say About Racism?
The church has not escaped the horror of racism, both in terms of being on the receiving end or in perpetrating. But in the bible, we find that God has a lot to say about racism. It shows us the heart of God and how Jesus breaks the power and grip of racism, and through the cross brings reconciliation to humanity. It's a huge topic, so come and join the conversation
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30 January 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Health?
Health is a funny word that means different things to different people, and we each have a different relationship with this idea of health. So does the Bible have any guidance on the topic of health that will help us? It sure does!
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23 January 2022 · John Farrington
What Does The Bible Say About Worship?
Worship us a word that we use a lot in the Church - but what does the Bible actually say about it? That's the topic of today's conversation on Crowd Church as we cover questions like What is worship? What did Jesus think about worship? And is there a right or wrong way to worship?
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16 January 2022 · Anna Kettle
What Does The Bible Say About Grief?
When someone we love dies, we go through a grieving process. We may feel confused and lost, not knowing what to do or where to turn. The Bible speaks to the issue of grief, offering comfort and hope amid our pain. In this Livestream, Anna will take a look at what the Bible has to say about grief. We'll explore different aspects of mourning, such as why God wants us to grieve and how long we should mourn. We'll also examine how people grieved in biblical times and see how God responded to their sorrow.
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9 January 2022 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About New Beginnings?
Many of us take the new year to think about changes that we want to make to our lives. But what about when we need more than just a change, but we need a new beginning, we need to start over? What does the Bible say about beginning again? Does it have examples of new beginnings that can help us?
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19 December 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Christmas?
With Christmas just around the corner, we look at what the Bible really does have to say about Christmas and how it's not the same as what some of our traditions tell us! There are going to be a few surprises in this one so come and join the conversation, it will be great to see you! And merry Christmas!
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12 December 2021 · John Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Angels?
It's coming up to Christmas, and angels seem to play a big part in the Christmas story so this week we look at what does the Bible say about Angels? Who are they and want is their purpose? Are they even real? All great questions...so come and join in the conversation.
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5 December 2021 · Phil Watson
What Does The Bible Say About Children?
What does the Bible say about Children? This week, Phil shares his learnings from the bible about what it means to be a kid, what responsibilities we have for our kids, about what it means to be childlike, as well as what it means to take care of the orphan.
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28 November 2021 · James Sloan
What Does The Bible Say About Money and Work?
What does the Bible Say about money and work? This week, James and Hannah share their thoughts around this topic and ask questions like what should I do with my money? Can I work too hard? It's a big topic, so come and join in the conversation.
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21 November 2021 · John Harding
What Does The Bible Say About Marriage and Relationships?
In this week's Livestream, we look at what the Bible says about marriage and relationships. This topic of relationships is hugely emotive. We can experience all sorts of pain in our relationships and all kinds of joy, so this week, we look at how our relationship with God shapes our relationships with people. We look at some of the wrong ideas taught about relationships and marriage and what the Bible has to say about singleness.
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14 November 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Remembrance Sunday?
Join us in our Crowd Church Remembrance Day Service (Veterans Day/Poppy Day) to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty.
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7 November 2021 · Ellie Light
What Does The Bible Say About The Environment?
With COP26 in the news where world leaders are supposed to talk about climate change with many of us sceptical that politicians are not the answer to the environmental issues that we face, it seems a reasonably good time to look at what the Bible has to say about the environment? Does God care about climate change? Does it tell us how to be good stewards for our world today?
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31 October 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Sleep?
Thanks to the pandemic, it seems that we have a bit of a sleep crisis at the moment, so what, if anything, does the Bible say about sleep? In this video, we take a quick look at the whole topic of sleep and even ask what do we do if we cannot sleep?
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24 October 2021 · Will Sopwith
What Does The Bible Say About Science?
Dr Will Sopwith looks at the two huge topics of faith and science and asks what, if anything, does the Bible have to say about science? He also will look at if science and faith can co-exist? And, why do some people think that they are opposed to each other.
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17 October 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Anxiety?
We're following our new series and this week we're discussing 'What does the Bible say about anxiety?' We'll be hearing from Sharon as she shares some of her own stories and how she handles her anxieties.
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10 October 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What Does The Bible Say About Me?
Have you ever wondered what the Bible has to say about you? Who does God say I am? What does God think about me? And why does it matter? In this week's Livestream we are going to answer these questions and more!
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3 October 2021 · Dan Rodgers
What Does The Bible Say About The Afterlife?
What happens to us or to our loved ones when we die? Is there really a heaven? How do we know? These are all the questions of this week’s livestream.
Alpha
26 September 2021 · Tony Uddin
What about the Church? - Alpha Course 14
In our final week of working through the Online Alpha Course, we ask the big question - what about the church? Is it still relevant, or is it just an outdated idea? What is the purpose of the church? And should I attend church? This week Tony Uddin, a Pastor from the East End of London, starts to take a deep dive into this crucial topic.
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19 September 2021 · Anna Kettle
Does God Heal Today? - Alpha Course 13
When you read the Gospels and see Jesus' life, you can't help but notice that there are many miracles following him - especially healings. But was that for just then, or does God still heal today? Anna tackles this topic and shares stories from people who have experienced God's healing and those who haven’t yet found healing.
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12 September 2021 · Matt Edmundson
How and why I should tell others? - Alpha Course 12
Evangelism is sharing our Christian faith, but should we do that? Should we talk about our Christian faith? Should we be prepared to answer questions that people have? And what about those Christians that are too insensitive, too brash, too clumsy? What if you are not comfortable sharing your faith? This week we tackle talking to others about the Christian faith.
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5 September 2021 · Dave Connolly
How do I resist evil? - Alpha Course 11
Is evil real? In the Lord’s prayer, what does it mean when it says, ‘Deliver us from Evil’? The Bible talks a lot about good and evil, and intuitively we know that there is a lot of evil in the world. This week Dave looks at the topic of evil and how to resist it.
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29 August 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
How can I make the most of the rest of my life? - Alpha Course 10
This week, Sharon asks, “how can we make the most of the rest of our lives?”. Life is short, filled with wonder and opportunity so does God have any thoughts or ideas on how to get the most out of it?
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22 August 2021 · Mike Harris
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit? - Alpha Course 09
In the last Alpha session, we asked, “How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?”. In this session, Mike carries on looking at the topic of the Holy Spirit and what He does in each one of us personally.
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15 August 2021 · John Farrington
Who is the Holy Spirit? - Alpha Course 08
Who is the Holy Spirit? This is a great question, especially as Christians believe that He is as much part of the Trinity as God the Father and Jesus, yet He is also the least understood part of the Trinity. Today, John will kick start a two-part mini-series in our Alpha Course, looking at the Holy Spirit.
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8 August 2021 · Matt Edmundson
How does God guide us? - Alpha Course 07
In life, we all face decisions, big or small. Making decisions can be challenging with the vast array of choices we face every day. We all need guidance. And can that guidance come from God? And if God does guide us, how does He do it? That's the topic of week's Alpha.
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1 August 2021 · Matt Edmundson
How to read the Bible (and why you should) - Alpha Course 06
The Bible is the most popular, powerful and precious book in the world. But what is the Bible? Is it God's Word? Can we hear God speak through the Bible? In this session, Matt also looks at how to study Bible.
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25 July 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Why and How do I Pray? Alpha Course 05
People pray in all cultures – and everybody prays in crisis. Why do we do that? Does prayer work? Does God answer prayers? Are there specific ways to pray? What are the benefits of praying? We have so many questions about prayer because for many it is a bit of a mystery, so in this video, we dig into the topic of prayer.
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18 July 2021 · Matt Edmundson
How Can I Have Faith? Alpha Course 04
A Christian is a “Christ-ian”: someone who follows Christ and puts their faith in Him. How that happens varies enormously. For some, there is a definite moment; for others, it is a more gradual process. This week, Matt looks at how faith is not a blind leap but a step based on evidence and asks, “how can I be sure of my faith?”
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11 July 2021 · Pete Farrington
Why did Jesus Die? Alpha Course 03
This week, Pete looks at one of the most asked questions about the Christian faith - why do we always talk about the death of Christ? Why is it so important that He was hung on a cross? Why do Christians wear a cross around their neck? Isn't it all a bit morbid? Or is there more to it than that?
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4 July 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
Who is Jesus? Alpha Course 02
This week, Sharon asks, “Who is Jesus?” What evidence do we have for Jesus? What claims did Jesus make about Himself? And should we care about what Jesus said? Sharon also tells her own story of how she had to come to a point to make her mind up about Jesus.
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27 June 2021 · Anna Kettle
Is there more to life than this? Alpha Course 01
There are questions about life we all share (‘Is this it? Where have I come from? Where am I heading? Who am I? What’s the point of my life? Is there any real meaning and purpose to life?’). There are common objections to / preconceptions about Christianity (it is boring, untrue, irrelevant, dangerous). Anna is kickstarting a new Alpha series for us this week and starts by looking at all of these questions.
Mark's Gospel
20 June 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Faith and Fatherhood - Does It Make A Difference?
What difference does faith actually make when you become a dad? We explore the intersection of fatherhood and faith, asking honest questions about whether believing in something bigger genuinely changes the way men show up for their families or whether it is just a nice idea.
Mark's Gospel
13 June 2021 · James Sloan
Ever feel like you didn't meet expectations?
We have all had that sinking feeling of falling short. This talk explores what happens when we do not meet the expectations others have of us, or worse, the ones we set for ourselves. We look at how to process disappointment without letting it define us and what it means to move forward with honesty.
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6 June 2021 · Sally Burch
Can I get a Miracle?
Miracles feel like something from another era, but are they? We wrestle with the big question of whether the miraculous is still possible today, what it even means to ask for one, and how to hold faith and doubt in the same hand without pretending either away.
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30 May 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Is this the most important lesson Jesus ever taught?
Of everything Jesus ever taught, is there one lesson that stands above the rest? We make the case for a single teaching that has the power to reshape how we treat others, view ourselves, and understand what matters most. It might not be the one you expect.
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23 May 2021 · John Harding
Why we should care about the departing words of Jesus?
The final words someone speaks tend to carry the most weight. We look at what Jesus chose to say in his last moments with his closest friends and why those parting instructions still demand attention two thousand years later.
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16 May 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
Did Jesus really rise from the dead or is it all one big fairy tale?
It is the question at the heart of the entire Christian faith. We examine the historical evidence, the arguments for and against, and why the resurrection of Jesus remains one of the most debated events in human history. Whether you are a sceptic or a believer, the evidence deserves a fair hearing.
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9 May 2021 · Will Sopwith
The Burial of Jesus and why it is Important
The burial of Jesus is often skipped over between the drama of the cross and the empty tomb. But the details matter more than most people realise. We look at why the burial account is historically significant and what it tells us about what came next.
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2 May 2021 · Anna Grace Farrington
Why did Jesus have to Die?
It is one of the most uncomfortable questions in faith. Why would a loving God require the death of his own son? We unpack the reasoning, the theology, and the deeply personal implications of the cross without resorting to easy answers.
Mark's Gospel
25 April 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What do you think about to get through the dark times?
When life gets dark, where does your mind go? We explore the thought patterns and anchors that help people endure their hardest seasons. This is an honest conversation about what actually sustains us when positivity alone falls short.
Mark's Gospel
18 April 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Can People Pleasing Ruin Your Life? Why Approval Addiction is a Challenge for us all
Most of us want people to like us, but what happens when that desire starts running our decisions? We look at the trap of approval addiction, why it affects more people than we think, and how people-pleasing can quietly erode the life you actually want to live.
Mark's Gospel
11 April 2021 · James Sloan
Dealing with Injustice
Life is not always fair, and sometimes it is spectacularly unfair. We tackle the difficult subject of injustice, from the personal wounds that linger to the bigger questions about why wrong things happen to good people, and what we can actually do about it.
Mark's Gospel
4 April 2021 · Matt Edmundson
The Empty Tomb - and why it still matters.
Two thousand years on, an empty tomb in Jerusalem still demands an explanation. We revisit the evidence, the theories, and the reason this single historical claim continues to shape billions of lives around the world.
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28 March 2021 · Sally Burch
Dealing with betrayal and abandonment
Betrayal and abandonment leave wounds that run deep. We explore what it looks like to face those experiences honestly, how they shape us, and whether it is possible to rebuild trust after someone you relied on walks away.
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21 March 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
Is the loving God of the New Testament the same as the angry God of the Old Testament?
It is a question that has troubled readers for centuries. The God of the Old Testament can seem harsh and angry, while the New Testament paints a picture of grace and love. We ask whether these are really two different portrayals or whether something else is going on entirely.
Mark's Gospel
14 March 2021 · Sally Burch
Faith and Motherhood. Does it make a difference?
Does faith genuinely change the experience of being a mum, or is it just another layer of pressure? We explore what motherhood looks like through the lens of faith, with honesty about the struggles and the surprising ways belief shapes the everyday.
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7 March 2021 · James Sloan
Peter Denies Jesus, but do we do the same?
Peter swore he would never deny Jesus, then did it three times before dawn. We look at his story and ask a harder question about ourselves. In the moments that matter, do we do the same thing in subtler ways?
Mark's Gospel
28 February 2021 · Nic Harding
How do I find meaningful connection and belonging in a world of individualism?
We live in an age that celebrates independence, yet loneliness is at epidemic levels. We explore what meaningful connection and genuine belonging actually look like in a culture that often prizes self-sufficiency above community.
Mark's Gospel
21 February 2021 · John Harding
Living a life without Villains
What if you stopped casting people as the villain in your story? We explore what it means to live without enemies, how holding grudges shapes us more than we realise, and why letting go of the villain narrative might be the most freeing thing you ever do.
Mark's Gospel
14 February 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Bible Study (Lessons from Jesus and Mary )
We sit down for a Bible study drawing lessons from the encounter between Jesus and Mary. Their exchange reveals something unexpected about grief, recognition, and what it means to be truly known by someone. A thoughtful look at a story many think they already know.
Mark's Gospel
7 February 2021 · Matt Edmundson
What is my future? And is it good?
The future feels uncertain for most of us. We ask the big question that sits quietly in the back of everyone's mind and explore whether there is any basis for believing that what lies ahead might actually be good, even when present circumstances suggest otherwise.
Mark's Gospel
31 January 2021 · Sharon Edmundson
Is the church just after my money?
It is one of the biggest barriers to people walking through the door. We take an honest look at how churches handle money, why the reputation exists, and what a healthy relationship between faith and finances actually looks like.
Mark's Gospel
24 January 2021 · Sally Burch
Christians are hypocrites
The accusation stings because it often contains a grain of truth. We confront the claim that Christians are hypocrites head on, examining where the criticism is fair, where it misses the point, and what it means for anyone trying to live with integrity.
Mark's Gospel
17 January 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Is it time to take a step back and see the bigger picture?
When you are caught up in the details, it is easy to lose perspective. We explore the value of stepping back, seeing the bigger picture, and why doing so regularly might be one of the most important habits you can build.
Miscellaneous
10 January 2021 · James Sloan
Planning for 2021 - two key life goals to focus on (Part Two)
In part two of our planning series for 2021, we continue working through two key life goals worth focusing on. Practical, grounded, and designed to help you start the year with clarity rather than an overwhelming list of resolutions.
Miscellaneous
3 January 2021 · Matt Edmundson
Planning for 2021 - two key life goals to focus on (Part One)
Forget the long list of resolutions. In part one of our planning series, we narrow the focus to just two key life goals for 2021. We explore why fewer targets lead to better outcomes and how to choose the ones that actually matter.
Christmas Message
20 December 2020 · John Harding
A season of Hope - Christmas 2020
In the final part of our Christmas 2020 series, we turn to hope. After a year that tested everyone, we explore what real hope looks like when it is not just wishful thinking but something anchored and resilient.
Christmas Message
13 December 2020 · Malc & Trish Morgan
A season of Joy - Christmas 2020
Part of our Christmas 2020 series, this talk focuses on joy. Not the surface-level cheerfulness the season often demands, but the deeper kind that persists even when circumstances are far from perfect.
Christmas Message
6 December 2020 · Phil Watson
A season of Dreams - Christmas 2020
Opening our Christmas 2020 series, we explore the role of dreams in the Christmas story and in our own lives. What does it look like to hold onto a dream when the world around you seems to be falling apart?
Mark's Gospel
29 November 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Why we changed the name of our church to CROWD Church
Every name tells a story. We share the reasoning behind changing our church name to Crowd Church, what it represents, and why the identity shift matters for the kind of community we are trying to build.
Mark's Gospel
22 November 2020 · Jenny Mariner
Church and Politics: How should Christians engage?
Politics divides people like few other topics. We ask how people of faith should engage with the political world without losing themselves in it. A frank conversation about conviction, compromise, and keeping perspective when everyone is shouting.
Mark's Gospel
15 November 2020 · John Harding
Parable of the Tenants: Leadership is all about stewardship
Jesus told a story about tenants who forgot they were looking after someone else's property. We unpack the Parable of the Tenants and its surprisingly sharp message about leadership, stewardship, and the danger of acting like you own what was only ever entrusted to you.
Miscellaneous
8 November 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Remembrance Sunday Service 2020
Our Remembrance Sunday 2020 service. We pause to honour those who gave everything, reflect on sacrifice, and consider what their example asks of us today.
Mark's Gospel
1 November 2020 · Matt Edmundson
How to deal with difficult People | Mark 11:27-33
Difficult people are unavoidable. Drawing from Mark 11, we look at how Jesus handled those who came to trap and provoke him, and what his approach teaches us about staying grounded when someone is determined to make life hard.
Mark's Gospel
25 October 2020 · Sharon Edmundson
Overcoming Adversity Part 4 - Learning how to forgive totally changed my life | Mark 11:20-26
In part four of the Overcoming Adversity series, Matt shares how learning to forgive completely changed his life. Featuring the powerful testimony of Mick and Lynn Connolly, who chose to forgive after their son was murdered, this talk confronts what forgiveness really means and what it definitely does not.
Mark's Gospel
18 October 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Overcoming Adversity Part 3 - The secret to getting prayer answered? | Mark 11:20-26
Overcoming adversity - part 3. When it comes to overcoming adversity, we often find ourselves praying and asking God for help. But does that make sense? Does God even care about my prayers? Does He even listen? And if He hears me - will he actually do anything? This week we take a look at what Jesus says about prayer, and how we can know what God's plan for our lives is.
Mark's Gospel
11 October 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Overcoming Adversity Part 2 - Face the truth and stop living in denial | Mark 11:20-26
Overcoming adversity - part 2. If positive thinking isn't the answer (what we talked about last week), then what is? What is Jesus' strategy for overcoming adversity and obstacles? This week we carry on looking at Mark 11, where Jesus tells about mountain-moving faith...but it's not what you'd expect!
Mark's Gospel
4 October 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Overcoming Adversity Part 1 - Why the power of positive thinking isn't that powerful | Mark 11:20-26
We all have obstacles and adversity to deal with - heck, we are in the middle of a pandemic that is affecting us all. So how to do we overcome such things? Well, the standard answer is just to think positively, be optimistic, see the glass as half full..but does that really work? Or does Jesus have some other advice to give us?
Mark's Gospel
27 September 2020 · Jack Mariner
Is it OK to get Angry? Tips for dealing with anger | Church Livestream | Mark 11:15-19
We all face situations which make our blood boil. How are we to respond and did Jesus really get angry? As we look at this encounter with Jesus clearing the Temple, we see that even Jesus gets angry and yet never sinned. Indeed it is not our reaction that matters but how we respond that's important.
Mark's Gospel
20 September 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Transformational Leadership: 4 ideas to help you be a better leader | Mark 11:12-14
We are all leaders, irrespective of our job title - which is handy, as this week we are talking about Transformational Leadership and how Jesus brings out 4 unusual lessons that will really help us take our place and lead. For instance, we see what Jesus and the Friends TV set have in common, as well as why, in this instance, talking to the plants didn't actually help them grow faster (it had the opposite effect!). As I said, unusual lessons...so come and join in the Livestream and join in the conversation.
Mark's Gospel
13 September 2020 · John Harding
How did a humble carpenter become the greatest King of all time? | Mark 11:1-11
Church Livestream: Who were the greatest rulers in history? Google throws out some interesting answers, but what about you? What does a great King look like? What does their Kingdom look like? If you were to write a novel chronicling the journey of that King, what would be included in the story arc? This week, we look at how Jesus entering Jerusalem turns all of those ideas upside down, signalling to the world around that he is a new kind of King, starting a new kind of Kingdom.
Mark's Gospel
6 September 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Negative people and a blind man’s unique way of dealing with them | Mark 10:46-52
Have you ever had to deal with seriously negative people, energy vampires that suck the life out of your rather than helping you move forward? Well, in this week’s Online Church Livestream, we are going to look at the story of a blind man and understand his unique approach to dealing such people (spoiler alert…this guy is actually a hero of mine).
Mark's Gospel
23 August 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Who encourages you to do stuff that scares you? | Mark 10:32-34
The journey with Christ doesn’t always feel safe. There are times when we have to confront the reality of what is in front of us, and we need people to help us find the courage to face our fears. In this weeks message, we look at a pivotal point for Jesus and the disciples. They are about to enter some dark times. They don’t feel safe, and they are confronted with the overwhelming reality of what is about to happen. Do they face their fears? Or do they walk away?
Mark's Gospel
16 August 2020 · Abi Sharples
Why We cannot buy our way into Heaven | Mark 10:17-31
A rich man approached Jesus asking Him about heaven and in this week's session, Abi is going to look at the relationship between wealth and the Kingdom of God, and answer the question of why you cannot buy your way into heaven as well as how our money and other idols (gods) can hold us back from all that God has for us.
Mark's Gospel
9 August 2020 · Sarah Langston
Why did the disciples stop the children coming to Jesus? | Mark 10:13-16
On the whole, parents want good things for their kids. And we see this in the time of Jesus too - as mums and dads kept bringing their children to Jesus so that He to bless them - a good thing, right? So why did the disciples scold the parents for doing this? What do you do when Christian ministers seemingly are pushing kids away? It’s a great question…so we thought we ask someone, an expert in being a kid, their opinion on the matter.
Mark's Gospel
2 August 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Marriage, Divorce, Remarriage, Singleness | Mark 10:1-12
At the time of Jesus, there were some crazy ideas about marriage and divorce (that often resulted in a bad deal for women). Jesus deals with these issues head-on and talks about what Marriage is actually about, why people get divorced, explains the exceptions to the no divorce rule and validates singleness…it was a busy day for Jesus…and it is just as challenging for us today.
Mark's Gospel
26 July 2020 · Dave Connolly
Getting to the heart of the matter: character issues that leaders must deal with
Jesus is getting the disciples ready for the next chapter of their story - leading the church and carrying on the ministry of Christ. Before that can happen though, Jesus needs to help the disciples deal with some key issues in their own lives. And these are character issues that all leaders must deal with. So join us in this week’s Livestream as Dave Connolly leads us through our study in Mark’s Gospel and we see how Jesus gets to the heart of the matter.
Mark's Gospel
19 July 2020 · Sharon Edmundson
Jesus’ top tips on how to be the greatest
Do you want to be the greatest? The greatest spouse? The greatest at work? Our ambition, our drive to the great is often seen as something dirty, something wrong…but the truth of what Jesus said about this topic may just surprise you.
Mark's Gospel
12 July 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Going deeper than coffee shop friendships and figuring out a better work life balance.
Our friends, our inner core, are essential for us to grow in life but all too often our friendships are impacted by the stress of living and work. So what are some of the principles we can learn from the Bible that help us have a better approach to life and to our relationships with folks? Well - that’s what we will uncover as we continue our study in Mark’s Gospel.
Mark's Gospel
28 June 2020 · Abi Sharples
Why would I give up the right to do whatever I want with my life and follow Jesus?
This week, Abi looks at Mark 8:34-38 where Jesus says "..if anyone wants to follow me, deny yourself, take up your cross and follow me". Who is Jesus talking to? What does He mean when He tells us to take up our Cross? And What has this got to do with why I decided to follow Christ?
Mark's Gospel
14 June 2020 · Sharon Edmundson
God not doing something the way you think He should? Mark 8:31-33
This week, Sharon carries on our journey into Mark's Gospel and looks at what happens when God doesn't act or respond as you think He should. What happens when He doesn't something different? What if you don't understand that?
Mark's Gospel
7 June 2020 · Matt Edmundson
What does it mean to live a blessed life?
This is part 2 of the conversation with Jesus and Peter, as they are chatting on the road about Jesus being the Christ. Jesus calls Peter blessed, and so in this talk I want to dig into that and pull out what it means.
Mark's Gospel
31 May 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Two Great Questions that Jesus Asks that we should answer - Mark 8:27-30
This is a recording of our Sunday Online Church Service where we carry on looking at Mark's Gospel and get into a rather unique conversation that happens between Peter and Jesus, during which Jesus asks two very important questions.
Mark's Gospel
24 May 2020 · Martin Langston
Dealing with the Political and the Religious Spirit
In this week's teaching, Martin examines what a religious spirit is and what a political spirit is - and why both are dangerous.
Mark's Gospel
17 May 2020 · Sarah Langston
Mark 8: Feeding the 4000 - a story of compassion in the ordinary
Sarah Langston unpacks the feeding of the 4,000, revealing a God who cares about ordinary needs – not just the headline miracles. Through honest stories of answered prayer and unanswered questions, we discover that testimony is prophecy, compassion is practical, and two truths can coexist: sometimes bad things happen, and God is still good. Where do you need his compassion today?
Mark's Gospel
10 May 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Some people, a deaf man and Jesus - Mark 7:31-37
Join us as we carry on our journey through Mark's Gospel and take a good look at this incredible miracle that happens to a deaf man
Mark's Gospel
3 May 2020 · Sharon Edmundson
Is Jesus a sexist, or does he have some remarkable view about women?
This week, as we carry on our conversations in the Gospel of Mark, Sharon talks about Jesus' encounter with a lady, who wasn't Jewish and looks at how Jesus' response to her was extraordinary and ground-breaking for society.
Mark's Gospel
26 April 2020 · Matt Edmundson
How does Jesus deal with prejudice? Mark 7:14-24
Prejudice can hide in surprising places — even in people who've walked closely with Jesus. Matt Edmundson traces Peter's journey from hearing Jesus teach about clean and unclean foods, through a dramatic vision, to being publicly rebuked by Paul for hypocrisy. The lesson? The gospel tears down every divide, but it takes more than knowing the right answers to change what's in our hearts. This is an honest exploration of what it means to live consistently with the revelation of grace.
Mark's Gospel
12 April 2020 · Abi Sharples
Evidence for the Resurrection and why the resurrection is so important to Christianity - Easter 2020
Our Easter 2020 talk examines the historical evidence for the resurrection and why it sits at the very centre of the Christian faith. We weigh up the claims, consider the counter-arguments, and ask why this one event two thousand years ago still carries so much weight.
Mark's Gospel
5 April 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Does Jesus Still Heal Today? Mark 6:53-56
Does Jesus still heal today? Matt Edmundson explores one of faith's most honest questions — and the answer isn't a simple yes or no. Discover why healing has already been provided through grace, why we still get sick despite that provision, and what it looks like to trust God when healing doesn't come the way we hoped. This isn't a "try harder" message — it's an invitation to find your anchor in a God who never changes.
Mark's Gospel
29 March 2020 · Matt Edmundson
Jesus walks on water - Mark 6:45-52
What happens when obedience leads to struggle? Matt Edmundson explores the story of Jesus walking on water — not just as a spectacular miracle, but as a picture of how God meets us in our storms. Discover why the disciples were in that boat in the first place, why Jesus waited so long to help, and what it means to "not yield to fear." This is for anyone who's straining at the oars and wondering if God sees.
Mark's Gospel
22 March 2020 · Matt Edmundson
The Feeding of the 5,000 - Mark 6:30-44
What do you do when the need is massive and your resources feel tiny? Matt Edmundson explores the feeding of the 5,000 — not just as a miracle story, but as a challenge to how we think about giving. Discover why the disciples probably didn't look very hard for resources, what it means to share sacrificially, and why gratitude might be the key that unlocks multiplication. This is for anyone who's ever felt like they don't have enough to make a difference.

All Talks.

What If Christianity Was Never About the Rules

Stop Shrinking to Fit In

Stop Trying So Hard to Be Good Enough

Why Jesus Tells Worried People to Go Bird Watching

Why God Doesn't Just Fix It

When Having Everything Isn't Enough

When Trying Harder Stops Working

Why a Dying Pastor Calls These His Best Years

When Busy Becomes a Hiding Place

When God Seems Too Calm About Your Crisis

When You've Prayed for Years and Nothing's Changed

When You Don't Fit at Church

When You're Tired of Hiding

The Jesus Nobody Warned You About

What If the Easter Story Is Actually True?

Facing the Unfaceable

You Don't Need Money to Leave a Legacy

When Your Wealth Defines Your Worth — Money, Value, and What God Actually Thinks

Your Money Has a Grip on You

When Work Feels Like All You Are

When Enough Is Never Enough

Dating isn't shopping

When Submission Feels Dangerous And Why Authority Was Meant to Protect You

When Opening Your Door Feels Risky

Loving Your Neighbour, Even When You Don't Like Them

Real Friends Are Rare. And Worth It.

When Trying Harder Isn't Working

When Achieving More Leaves You Empty

What If There Was Room for You All Along?

The Nativity's Unsung Hero

Planning the Nativity

Everyone Needs a Father, So Who Wants to Be One

When Following Jesus Alone Leaves You Empty (Why Christian Community Matters)

Your Faith Feels Like It Should Be More

How to Shape Grandchildren Who Will Remember Your Faith and Legacy

When Your Sibling Gets Everything

When Your Parents Won't Let Go

Biblical Motherhood And Why It Looks Different To What You May Think

The Biblical Father and the Roles of Prophet, Priest and King

What If You're Wrong About Being Right? (Conflict Resolution in Marriage)

When She Leads and He Follows (Biblical Marriage Roles)

Is Marriage Outdated or Just Misunderstood?

What Makes Someone a Friend of God

Why God Chose to Adopt You (And Why it Changes Everything)

The Ultimate Fresh Start —The Year of Jubilee (Sacred Rhythms Part 5)

When Being Connected Doesn't Stop You Feeling Alone (Sacred Rhythms Part 4)

The Unleavened Life and Finding Freedom By Carrying Less (Sacred Rhythms Part 3)

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Chaos (Sacred Rhythms Part 2)

When Life Rewrites Your Summer Plans (Sacred Rhythms Part 1)

#37 Bible Based Nutrition and What Jesus Teaches us About Food (Body Wholeness Part 4)

#36 Biblical Insights into Exercise and Sleep (Body Wholeness Part 3)

#35 Faith vs. Medicine? The Bible on Healing &amp; Chronic Illness

#34 Gods Radical Truth About Your Body (Becoming Whole Series)

#33 Emotional Resilience and How To Bounce Back Stronger

#32 Rediscovering the Power of Sabbath for Body and Soul

#31 Biblical Hope That Transforms Mental Wellbeing

#30 How to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life

#29 Mental Well-Being Through Cultivating the Mind of Christ

#28 How Biblical Thankfulness Rewires Your Brain andTransforms Mental Health

#27 How to Rewire Your Anxious Mind

#26 Letting Go of the Past and Finding Freedom in Christ

#25 The Power of Forgiveness

#24 What We Learned About Biblical Wholeness And Where We Go Next

Why We Celebrate That He Is Risen

Value Beyond Status That Changes Everything

When God Doesn't Meet Our Expectations (Palm Sunday Special)

Why God Never Gave Up On Abraham And Won't Give Up On You (Genesis Part 14)

Did Abraham Know Something About Money That We Don't (Genesis Part 13)

Is the Christian God Cruel (Genesis Part 12)

Our New Covenant in Christ (Genesis Part 11)

What If The Flood Story Isn't Just About The Rain (Genesis Part 10)

When Infertility Becomes a Doorway, Not a Dead End

When Someone Else Gets The Win (Genesis Part 9)

Evil Is Not What You Think It Is (Genesis Part 8)

Growing Up Is Learning What To Want (Genesis Part 7)

Why You Matter More Than Kings (Genesis Part 6)

When Everything Looks Good But God Says No (Genesis Part 5)

Can Science And Faith Tell The Same Story? (Genesis Part 4)

Why Genesis Changed Everything We Know About God (Genesis Part 3)

#35 Faith vs. Medicine? The Bible on Healing & Chronic Illness