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We Share God's Mission // Share Life Together // 04.10.26
Every Christian has a part to play in building Christ's church. But are we ready to serve? Doubt tries to convince us that we don't have anything to offer; in Romans 12:1-13, Paul encourages us to remember who we are - sinners saved by grace, given gifts by God to build up and serve one another....
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We Share God's Generosity // Share Life Together // 27.09.26
Feeling like we won't have enough for ourselves can often prevent us from being generous to others. In this sermon we dive into how we can see the world differently, live the royal way and trust that God's abundant generosity to us can allow us to be generous to those in need. Check out our other...
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Building His Place on Earth // Barton Church 70th // 20.09.26
As Barton Church celebrates 70 years we take a look at Pauls prayer for the Ephesians. Guest preacher Tim Saunders unpacks Ephesians 3:14-21 and explores how we can go deeper in our relationship with God as He builds His place on earth. Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Living Life to the Full // Share Life Together // 13.09.26
Living life to the full with Jesus begins with knowing that the battle has already been won. Because we have received his unconditional love, we are free to live with confidence, joy and purpose rather than fear or striving. And from that place of being loved, we can share that same love with the...
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Making Room For Others // Share Life Together // 06.09.26
As we begin this new academic year, as a church we’re focusing on the theme of hospitality. In this all Oz looks at the parable of the banquet and how we should welcome others in because we have been welcomed in by God. Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify!Contact us...
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Joining the Dots // Mark's Gospel // 23.08.26
Todays trials can make us forget yesterdays blessing and much like the disciples we often need reminding of Gods power and presence with us. In this talk we explore the story of Jesus walking on water and how even when the penny has dropped, and we understand who Jesus is, the journey of…
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He Will Make More Than Enough // Mark's Gospel // 16.08.26
We can often feel like our resources and energy are depleted and we don’t have much to offer God. In this passage from Mark’s gospel we can see that God can build his kingdom with the little we have, if we are willing to let it all go and trust him.Check out our other content on our YouTube…
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The Provider & Provision // Mark's Gospel // 16.08.26
In this talk we take a deep dive into the feeding of the 5000 story from Mark’s gospel. We explore how Jesus is both the provider and the provision for the people, inviting all to share in the banquet that brings new life. Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify!Contact…
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Are You Open to Something New? // Mark's Gospel // 09.08.26
Change can be uncomfortable, especially when it takes us outside what we know and what feels safe. In the Bible, we see a God who is constantly doing something new and calling people to follow Him beyond their comfort zones. Are we willing to embrace what God is doing, or will we keep holding on…
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Radical Trust In Jesus // Mark's Gospel // 02.08.26
We can often find ourselves putting our trust in our own resources and forget God's provision in our lives. In this sermon on Mark 6 we explore the themes of familiarity, freedom, faithfulness and fruit and the challenge for us to turn our eyes upon Jesus and put our trust in him.Check out our...
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Faith Is Better Than Belief // Mark's Gospel // 26.07.26
There is a difference between believing something about Jesus and putting our faith in Jesus. The people we meet in Mark 5 show us what happens when belief leads to action. What would putting faith in Jesus look like for you today?Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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God's Power Over Evil // Mark's Gospel // 19.07.26
Hollywood and Mark present very different pictures of the source of evil and how it is overcome. For one, the answer is always human effort and ingenuity, but inevitably winning the fight but never the war. For the other, it takes a greater, supernatural power to vanquish evil. It takes a God.…
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Jesus Is With You in the Storm // Mark's Gospel // 12.07.26
This week we are looking at the well known story in Mark's gospel of Jesus calming the storm. We’ll see how King Jesus is the Storm Calmer and we are often like the disciples, full of fear rather than faith in the storms of life. The good news is Jesus is our rescuer and so we’ll see how he…
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It's Not Supposed to Be Easy // Mark's Gospel // 05.07.26
While the world values convenience, certainty, and instant results, Jesus invites us into a deeper journey where the greatest treasures are found by those prepared to wrestle with His words and pursue Him above all else. This same principle reshapes how we share our faith and disciple others,...
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Holy Rest // Exodus // 28.06.26
Earlier in our Exodus series James preached about ‘Holy Time’ and how this is thinking differently about time, work and rest.The pattern of creation is for us to work from a place of rest. In this talk Oz continues this theme for a one-off message on biblical rest. Holy rest is a gift given to us...
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Good news people in a bad news world // Phil Knox // 21.06.26
We are living in extraordinary times. Our news feeds are full of wars and ongoing crises. And yet at the same time there is a new openness to the gospel and many are finding faith in Jesus. Paul reminds us in this Colossians passage just how good the good news is and we will explore God’s...
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Jesus Is The Same Yesterday, Today & Forever // Barton Church Weekend
"Yesterday, today and forever" is one of the most familiar phrases in Christian circles, appearing on posters, T-shirts and countless pieces of Christian artwork. But was the writer of Hebrews simply giving us a memorable slogan, or is there something much deeper being communicated? In this talk,...
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What Are You Longing For? // Barton Church Weekend
Amid the frustrations and sufferings of life in a fallen world, we’ll reflect on the sure hope God has promised. As we wait for the renewal of all things, we’ll see God’s purpose to make us like his Son and his commitment to bringing us into glory.Check out our other content on our YouTube…
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What Defines You? // Barton Church Weekend
In a world marked by performance, comparison, and fear of being exposed, we’ll discover the wonderful reality of the gospel. Through Christ, God gives us a new status, a secure standing in his love, and confidence for the day of judgment.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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What Shapes You? // Barton Church Weekend
As we consider the ongoing struggle with sin, we’ll see that holiness is not driven by determination or despair, but by our union with Christ. Because we have died and risen with him, we are free to live out the new identity he has given us.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Nothing is Eternal... Except This// Baptism Sunday // 07.06.26
Everything fades—success, memories, even the people we love. But what if there was something that lasts forever? In this Baptism Sunday message discover the eternal hope found in Jesus and why reconciliation with God changes everything.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Nothing is Eternal... Except This// Baptism Sunday // 07.06.26
Everything fades—success, memories, even the people we love. But what if there was something that lasts forever? In this Baptism Sunday message discover the eternal hope found in Jesus and why reconciliation with God changes everything.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Cultivating Good Soil // Mark’s Gospel // 31.05.26
During Jesus’ address to a gathered group of disciples at the shore of a lake, he tells them a parable about 4 soils. In this talk, Toby helps us understand the ancient context of this parable, as well as inviting us to examine these questions: Which soil am I? Which seeds am I sowing? How do I...
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The Secret is Jesus // Mark’s Gospel // 31.05.26
In this talk, we continue our series through Mark, watching with great anticipation as Heaven’s King slowly but surely reveals himself to us and to the world. But sometimes, like seed on a path, the good news falls on deaf ears. Join us as we consider the Parable of the Sower, and its…
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Enemies and Family // Mark’s Gospel // 24.05.26
In this talk we take a look at the opposition Jesus faced in establishing the Kingdom of God, from both expected and unexpected sources. And in this opposition, we'll see that Jesus reveals some important qualities about his kingship.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Abiding Before Action // Mark’s Gospel // 17.05.26
Life in the kingdom is not as much about doing things for Jesus, as it is about being with Jesus. As we continue our series in Mark we look at Jesus calling his disciples and how he equips himself to serve by first withdrawing. Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Grace Changes the Rules // Mark’s Gospel // 10.05.26
What happens when grace disrupts the rules we thought mattered most? In this talk from Mark’s Gospel, Jesus calls Levi, eats with sinners, challenges Sabbath legalism, and shows us that life in his kingdom is built on mercy rather than performance. Check out our other content on our YouTube…
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Short Stories, Deep Truths // Mark’s Gospel // 10.05.26
In this passage from Mark’s Gospel, these short stories reveal deep truths about who Jesus is and how we respond to him. As Jesus eats with sinners, speaks of fasting, and challenges expectations around the Sabbath, we see his invitation to grace, surrender, and true rest.Check out our other...
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What's important to Jesus? // Mark's Gospel // 03.05.26
The miracles Jesus performs often point beyond the immediate change and physical outcomes to something deeper. In this talk we consider how easily our focus can drift, and how we may need to realign it so we don’t miss what matters most to Jesus.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel…
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The Authority of Jesus // Mark's Gospel // 26.04.26
What kind of authority does Jesus really have—and how should we respond to it? In this message from Mark’s Gospel, we explore Jesus’ authority in teaching, healing, and over evil—and what it means for our everyday lives.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us...
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Leaving It All Behind for the King // Mark's Gospel // 19.04.26
Jesus doesn’t call people when it’s convenient, but when it matters. This talk highlights the immediate response of the first disciples and what that means for us today. Following the King requires courage to surrender everything, right now.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on...
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Mark's Urgent Truth // Mark's Gospel // 12.04.26
Sometimes known as “the breathless gospel,” Mark’s writing carries a sense of urgency and weight. Together we explore what he reveals about Jesus’ identity—and how his message would have been heard in its original context.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact…
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What About Hell, Judgement and the Afterlife? // God's Book Our Questions // 29.03.26
Is Hell a place of eternal torture, or the tragic 'un-making' of a person? This Sunday, we’re diving into the biblical teaching on death, de-creation, and the hope of the New Jerusalem. Come and hear why the certainty of God’s justice is the only thing that can truly silence the 'last laugh' of...
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Recognising the King // Palm Sunday // 29.03.26
In this talk we explore what it means to recognise Jesus as King in the Palm Sunday story. We see how some celebrate Him while others reject Him, and consider how we respond to His authority in our own lives.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us...
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Is the New Testament’s teaching on sex outdated? // God's Book Our Questions // 22.03.26
The New Testament teaching on sex is often seen as outdated and repressive. But what if it was as radical and culturally transformative for the Roman Empire and early church, as it is for us today? It points us to see the greater love story of God for his people and how following his design is…
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Holy Place // Exodus // 22.03.26
As we conclude our series looking at holiness in the book of Exodus we discover that despite His perfection, God desires to live amongst his people. This only makes sense because of the blood of Jesus. Find out about the tabernacle, it’s priests and and it’s offerings but also come find out about...
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Are Miracles Real? // God's Book Our Questions // 15.03.26
What objections come to your mind when you hear a story of a miraculous healing? The gospels are full of ancient accounts of Jesus and his disciples performing acts beyond the limits of natural understanding, and many claim to have witnessed similar acts happen today. In this sermon, with ideas...
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Holy God // Exodus // 15.03.26
As we continue our series on Holiness we take a look at the Holiness of God Himself. What does it mean when we say, and indeed sing, that God is a Holy God? What does the Bible mean when it declares that God is Holy? What does that imply for ourselves as we approach our Holy God?Check out our…
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Can a good God allow suffering? // God's Book Our Questions // 08.03.26
As we continue tackling some big questions and objections in the bible and Christian faith, in this talk we look at why God allows suffering when he is a loving, all powerful God. How we can respond when we suffer remembering Jesus warned us we would all experience ‘storms’ in our lives.Check out...
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Is the God of the Old Testament Violent? // God's Book Our Questions // 01.03.26
The conquest stories in the Bible are often used as arguments against Christianity. But when we look closely at the historical context and literary style of the Old Testament, we begin to see a deeper and more complex story.In this message we explore the story of the conquest of Canaan, why God’s...
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Holy People // Exodus // 01.03.26
This message looks at how God defines His people not just by what they believe, but by how they live. It shows that holiness is an outward expression of an inward relationship with Him. As God’s people, we are called to reflect His nature in our actions, choices, and priorities.Check out our…
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How are God's laws loving? // God's Book Our Questions // 22.02.26
In our journey through God’s book, we come to Exodus, which tells the story of God redeeming his people through Moses. But what do we make of all the strange laws and customs, including slavery? In this sermon we see how the law is all about love and calls us to build his kingdom of love today....
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Holy Commands // Exodus // 22.02.26
This message explores what it means to live under God’s “holy commands” in a world full of competing moral voices. It highlights how the Ten Commandments reveal a foundation for both loving God and loving others. Ultimately, it points to Jesus, who perfectly fulfilled the law and empowers us to...
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Understanding Genesis in a Scientific Age // God's Book Our Questions // 15.02.26
How should we be reading and understanding this ancient book that, in places, seems to contradict our modern understanding of the development of the world and its creatures, including us.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us [email protected] Find…
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Holy Testing // Exodus // 15.02.26
Life often feels like a wilderness where faith is tested and patience wears thin. Through the story of Israel’s journey after the Red Sea, this message explains how God’s testing is rooted in grace, not punishment. God uses hardship to shape His people and lead them toward deeper trust in…
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Holy Time // Exodus // 08.03.26
Focusing on the Sabbath, this message challenges common assumptions about rest, productivity, and what truly matters. We looking at why is the idea of sabbath so important to God and His people, both in the past and now?Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us...
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Praying Like Jesus // Prayer // 01.02.26
In this sermon we explore what it means to remain faithful in prayer when it feels like nothing is happening. Drawing on Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, we’ll reflect on fear, struggle, and hope, and how we respond to God in quiet and uncertain seasons.Check out our other content on our YouTube...
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Praying Like Jeremiah // Prayer // 26.01.26
In this talk we explore what we can learn from Jeremiah's prayer of complaint! We see that it is ok to pray like this, passionately against injustice in our lives and the world. God welcomes our honesty.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us...
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Praying Like David // Prayer // 18.01.26
In this talk we explore what we can learn from David about praying with praise. We look at how prayer flows from humble wonder at who God is and carries the courage to ask for more of His blessing, all for God’s glory.Check out our other content on our YouTube channel or on Spotify! Contact us...
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Praying Like Hezekiah // Prayer // 11.01.26
In this talk James explores what it means to bring our hearts to God in prayer. Sometimes our prayers feel messy, uncertain, or even frustrating—but God meets us there. Join us as we reflect on what it looks like to come honestly before Him, no matter where we are in our journey.Check out our…
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