Episodes
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Josh Slatter - 25th October 2026
What happens when the Light meets your darkness? Join us this week as we discover that earthly wisdom, knowledge, and religious passion cannot bring salvation or teach us how to walk in the Way. What happens when someone who is utterly convinced they are serving God discovers they have actually...
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Tim Cooling - 18th October 2026
Deep within the human heart is a longing for our lives to matter, for something of us to endure beyond our end. We try to secure that significance through our careers, our wealth, our achievements, our reputation, even our families. But the gospel offers us something infinitely greater than any...
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Paul Hudson - 11th October 2026
What stands on the altar of your life? Join us this week as guest speaker Paul Hudson explores the story of King Josiah in 2 Kings 23. As Josiah seeks to turn Israel back to God, he tears down the altars built to idols throughout the land. His story challenges us to ask a difficult but important...
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Josh Slatter - 4th October 2026
What happens when God moves you out of your comfort zone? This week, we continue our journey through Acts as persecution scatters the early church beyond the walls of Jerusalem and to unexpected places. What seemed like a fatal setback became part of God's plan to take the good news of Jesus to...
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Tim Cooling - 27th September 2026
Who do you hold in your heart? Join us this week as we dive into what it means to hold those you love in your heart and how Jesus bears our names in his scars and carries us in prayer. We discover the significance of the names of the sons of Israel being written on precious stones on the heart of...
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'Water into wine' - Joel Singleton - 20th September 2026
Join us as we dive into the first miracle Jesus performs in the Gospel of John. At a wedding in Cana, Jesus steps into a moment of embarrassment and quietly reveals God's heart. The phrase 'On the third day' is used in Scripture again and again and is associated with themes of rescue, renewal…
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Tim Cooling- 13th September 2026
Is it possible for God’s purposes to stay the same even when everything pushes back? This episode steps straight into the tension between human resistance to the things of God and the immovable purposes of God. In Acts 6–7 Stephen finds himself in the middle of severe opposition with extreme...
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the gift of 'growing pains' - Tim Cooling - 6th September 2026.
How can something new still carry pieces of the old? Journey with us this week into Acts 6, where the early church faces a problem—not from persecution or outside pressure, but from within its own community. What happens when people who genuinely love Jesus realise they’re still carrying bad…
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Joel Singleton - 30th August 2026
What does a church look like when its faith is genuinely alive? In this episode, we travel back to Thessalonica and meet a young church that, despite facing ridicule, hostility, persecution and pressure to conform, was growing into something remarkable. Paul’s words praise three defining marks on...
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Building on Solid Foundations - Nick Jones - 23rd August 2026
We all build something with our lives, but what are we actually building on? Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders gives us a powerful picture of two people who hear the same words and face the same storm, yet experience very different outcomes. In this message, we explore what it means...
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God's Love - Stan Stanchev - 16th August 2026
Everyone is looking for love. We search for it in relationships, success, possessions, achievement and countless other places — but what if the longing itself points us towards the One who created us? This morning, Stan explores the heart of the Christian story as a story of God’s relentless…
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The Condition of the Soil - Jo Beckford - 9th August 2026
What kind of soil is your heart? This week, we explore one of Jesus’ most familiar parables—the parable of the sower—and discover that it isn’t really about farming at all. Jesus uses a simple story to ask a much deeper question: How ready are we to hear, receive and respond to God’s Word? The…
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The Good News - Kevin Cooling - 2nd August 2026
Every day we're surrounded by bad news—war, division, loss, anxiety. It can leave us wondering: What's happened to our world? But in the Bible we find one story that makes sense of it all? In this episode, we journey from Home, to the Fall, to the Cross, and ultimately to the promise that Home is...
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The Conditions Our Souls Can Grow In - Tim Cooling - 26th July 2026
What kind of environment helps a soul grow? In this message from Luke 6, Tim explores Jesus’ searching images of logs and specks, trees and fruit, houses and foundations. Along the way, we are invited to consider how judgmentalism shapes the way we see others, what our words reveal about the…
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The Pursuit of Jesus - Stan Stanchev - 19th July 2026
What if the purpose of your life isn't simply receiving God's promises, but knowing Jesus Himself? In this episode, we explore Moses' remarkable cry: "If Your presence does not go with us, do not send us from here." Discover why the Christian life isn't about chasing a distant God, but responding...
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True Wealth - Glynn Jones - 5th July 2026
Some scriptural principles and practical guidance about God, us and money. What does Jesus say about wanting to be rich? What makes us rich in God’s eyes? Why is ‘giving’ so important?
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Mary & Martha - Stan Stanchev - 28th June 2026
In a world full of constant notifications, endless scrolling, and never-ending distractions, it's easy to become so busy that we miss what matters most. In this episode, Stan explores the story of Mary and Martha and asks a challenging question: are we making room for Jesus in our lives, while...
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God Restores - Tim Cooling - 14th June 2026
Where do we turn when something in us needs setting right? From Isaiah 61, this message explores God’s promise of restoration for wounded, weary, and captive people, and invites us to consider where true help is found.
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Covenant - Chris Klapf - 7th June 2026
Man has always sought security, something which we can anchor our identity to. The life of Abraham shows us God's commitment and sacred promise to us. This story reveals God's heart for relationship with us, based not on our faithfulness but on His. We see how God planned our redemption before we...
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Finding peace in an anxious world - Tim Cooling - 31st May 2026
From global uncertainty to personal struggles, many of us are carrying more anxiety than ever before. In this message, we explore an ancient pathway to peace. Tim shares a powerful personal story, wisdom from the Bible and the power of prayer in the midst of life's chaos.
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Parable of the Minas - Nick Jones - 24th May 2026
This week Nick shares with us from Luke 19, exploring two questions: Firstly, why did Jesus pick Zacchaeus? Secondly, why did he choose that moment to tell people the parable of the minas, and what do both of those reveal about Jesus? Considering we don’t just have a Lord who encounters us; we…
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Waves of Dread: The strange and unexpected peace of Jesus - Tim Cooling - 17th May 2026
In Mark 4, the storm is raging, the boat is filling, and Jesus is asleep. Discover the calm that disturbs His disciples, the dread Jesus Himself feels, and the strange fear that gives birth to peace. A message on dread, compassion, fear, faith, and the peace of Jesus.
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Terror & Tenderness - Tim Cooling - 10th May 2026
Terror and Tenderness: Why God's severity is good news. Acts 5:1-16 In Acts 5, the story of Ananias and Sapphira confronts us with a side of God we often struggle to receive: His severity. This message explores how sin twists what is good, why spiritual pretence is so dangerous, and why…
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The Cross and the Crowds - Glynn Jones - 26th April 2026
This week Glynn explores the dramatic contrast between the crowds who welcomed Jesus on Palm Sunday, and those who cried “crucify him” just days later. It’s a searching look at the danger of shallow faith, the pressure to follow the crowd, and the personal call of Jesus that comes to each of us...
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Generosity - Kevin Cooling - 19th April 2026
This week Kevin shares on generosity from the story of Jesus’ anointing in Mark 14. This act of extravagant generosity raises uncomfortable questions—about money, priorities, and what really matters. Why would something so valuable be “wasted”? And what does Jesus’ response reveal about His…
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Finding God - Tim Cooling - 12th April 2026
Why moving towards God will offend you - and why that's actually really good news. Often we speak about the rewards of finding God, but in 2 Kings 5 Naaman shows us the other side of the coin. That the journey to find God can be difficult, disorientating, yet deeply transformative.
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Cosmic Easter - Tim Cooling - 5th April 2026
Dark skies, a torn veil, angelic visitations. What does it all mean? As we explore the cosmic events surrounding Easter, we discover that Jesus’ death and resurrection is more than just a physical event - it’s a spiritual one - offering a cure to every aching soul.
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The Holy Spirit Needs Your Co-operation - Pete Read - 29th March 2026
In this message, we explore the tension between God's power and our participation. What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives? And what part do we have to play to see Him work in and through us?
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The King of Glory - Joel Singleton - 15th March 2026
Who is the King of Glory? In this episode, Joel explores the powerful questions of Psalm 24—who can stand in God’s presence, and what it really means to open the gates of our lives to Him. As the Psalm builds towards these questions, we’ll discover why this ancient passage still challenges us...
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Why the early church had “no needy people” - Tim Cooling - 8th March 2026
Why did the early church share their possessions so freely? Acts 4 describes a community where “there were no needy persons among them.” But this wasn’t forced generosity or economic idealism. Something deeper had happened. In this message we explore how God’s grace transforms the human heart,...
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The Good Shepherd - Glynn Jones - 1st March 2026
This week Glynn shares with us from John chapter 10, where Jesus declares; I am the good shepherd. Glynn unpacks the enormous significance of this identity statement. We see that Jesus really is the Son of God; fulfilling the prophesies of David, Isaiah and Ezekiel. That He knows us completely…
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Courage & Surrender - Tim Cooling - 22nd February 2026
In Acts chapter 4, two ordinary men stand before powerful leaders — and somehow, they’re the freest people in the room. Why does their courage create wonder in some… and resistance in others? This episode explores boldness, surrender, and the quiet cost of embracing truth.
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Truth & Power - Tim Cooling - 15th February 2026
One of the big fears around religion is the idea that people who believe they have the truth can become prideful, divisive and even oppressive. Tim explores Acts 4, the nature of truth claims in a diverse society, and how the truth of Christ might bring good news.
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The Thrill Of People - Mark Greenwood - 8th February 2026
A husband and wife in a supermarket. A tired man sitting by a well. A conversation that wasn’t supposed to happen. Today, Mark Greenwood speaks to us on how ordinary interactions can carry extraordinary weight. Why do friendships fade so quickly? What happens when we slow down long enough to…
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For the prodigal one - Kevin Cooling - 1st February 2026
Kevin continues our series, For the One, speaking into one of Jesus' most famous parables - The Prodigal Son from Luke 15. Revisiting a story we think we already know, we discover it’s not really about rebellion or rule-keeping, but the posture of the heart. Set in a moment of tension between the...
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Repentance Reclaimed - Tim Cooling - 25th January 2026
If repentance feels like a hostile word, you’re not alone. But what if it’s actually the kindest invitation God ever gives? What if it’s not condemnation but invitation—to enter into a life free from shame and full of goodness. As we explore Acts 3, we’ll discover a miracle that reveals who Jesus...
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For the one who sins - Tim Cooling - 18th January 2026
Apologies - There was a slight problem with our recording this week resulting in poor sound quality for about a minute, four minutes in. Stick with it, it clears up soon enough 👍. Speaking at our baptism service, Tim looks at the parable of the lost sheep from Luke 15. The stage is set with both...
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For the one at the beautiful gate - Tim Cooling - 11th January 2026
There is a deep longing in the human spirit to be seen and known. Looking at the encounter in Acts 3 between Peter and the lame man at the beautiful gate we will see that Peter has the eyes, the power and the heart of Christ. He really sees the outcast, heals him and completely restores him.…
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A New Hope - Nick Jones - 4th January 2026
A new hope At the beginning of a new year we all have dreams, aspirations and new hopes. Hope is meant to be a good thing, right? But what if some hopes are a trap and harm us? How is human hope different to biblical hope? Where is God in all our hopes? Listen to explore why where we place our…
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A Reminder - Elliot Sharp - 14th December 2025
This week we were joined by Elliot Sharp. Elliot grew up in Huddersfield but was called by God to serve the people of Durres in Albania. During his latest trip back to the UK, God highlighted Glossop to him and we're very glad he did! Elliot carries the compassion of God in both a gentle and...
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Politics - Tim Cooling - 7th December 2025
Tim finishes off our consecrated life series with a message on consecrated politics. What does it mean for our politics to be set apart for God? In Luke 20, some religious leaders try to trap Jesus with a politically loaded question about taxes. Jesus' answer not only amazed those listening at…
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Work - Tim Cooling - 30th November 2025
Tim continues with our consecrated life series by looking at our work. Our work is to be set apart for God. So often, as Jesus' followers we can create a divide between work within the church and work outside it, as if one is more important to God than the other. This is not God's view of work.…
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Family - Tim Cooling - 23rd November 2025
If you’ve ever felt the ache of family wounds—or the fear you might repeat them—this talk is for you. We look straight at how sin and trauma can ripple through generations, without denial or despair. And then we find the shockingly good news: God’s mercy runs deeper than the very worst of our...
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Marriage - Joel & Sarah Singleton - 16th November 2025
Joel and Sarah continue our series; consecrated church with a message on marriage. What does the Bible say about marriage? What does our culture say about marriage? If we are to be consecrated, set apart for God's plan and purposes, how do we follow Jesus in this area of our lives? Whether we are...
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Sheep & Goats - Kevin Cooling - 9th November 2025
Kevin unpacks Jesus' parable of the sheep and goats from Matthew 25. Jesus' call for us to love the 'least' is a challenging one, but it is a call that He embodied by becoming the least. The creator of the universe, puts on flesh, is born in a stable and humbles himself to the point of death…
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Singleness - Jenny Kimble - 2nd November 2025
Jenny serves at Elim’s theological college, Regents and shares some of their heads, hearts and hands vision with us as well as details of the courses of study they offer. Her message is part of our consecrated life series. We believe that every arena of our lives are to be set apart for God. For...
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Deep & Wide - Tim Cooling - 26th October 2025
What if Jesus’ vision for your life is far bigger than you’ve ever imagined? In this message from Colossians 3:12–17, Tim explores how faith isn’t meant to shrink into Sunday routines or private beliefs… but to reach deep into the soul and wide into every arena of life. Discover: • The powerful...
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Nehemiah: Rediscovery & Reformation - Glynn Jones - 19th October 2025
In chapter 8 of Nehemiah, Ezra reads the Book of the Law of Moses to the people of Israel. They hadn't heard it in generations, and it had a profound effect on them. Glynn unpacks this story and encourages us to rediscover the Bible and get "back on track". To prioritise meeting together and to...
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Cutting Room Floor Episode 5 - Into the Unknown
In this week’s conversation, we sit down with Joel, our assistant minister, as he prepares to step into an exciting new chapter — planting a church in Buxton next year. Together, we look back with gratitude, talk honestly about what it means for our church family to step forward in faith, and...
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Cutting Room Floor Episode 4 - Our Vision
In this episode of Cutting Room Floor, we dive into the heart and vision behind *City Peak Vision (CPV)*. From the story of Joel’s new cut, to the hopes for CPV, to conversations about church, community, diversity, and family on mission—we explore both the challenges and the opportunities ahead....
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