Emmaus Rd Podcast

Brian is the International Prayer Director for 24-7 Prayer and encourages us of the importance and power of interceding for others in prayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy explores the tension of intimacy and awe in the life of prayer — how drawing close to God never diminishes His holiness, but deepens our wonder, surrender, and trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burton explores how the Psalms give us language for every season of life, teaching us to pray through joy, grief, doubt, worship, and longing. Jesus and the early Church instinctively reached for the Psalms, so, perhaps we should too? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Yardley opens our We Do Prayer series by reframing prayer not as a checklist, but as an invitation into the presence of a living, loving God, where honesty, longing, and relationship begin with simple words: help, thanks, wow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We believe it is vital that Christians develop an intentional, biblical framework for engaging with AI as it becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life. Join Peter and Attilio as they help us begin a discussion on how we navigate one of the most pervasive technological advances in human history.The discussion questions are as follows:1. Do you tend towards optimism or pessimism when it comes to technology? Why?2. What is the biggest question you have about AI?3. Do you think Christians should approach Al any differently to others? How? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it look like to be people of God in 2026? Daniel Grothe of New Life Church suggests it's not complex, but can be difficult, and offers four simple callings for us to take into our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re joined by special guests Jesse Fellingham and Xenia James of Alpha Youth, with Maisey Redman and Danny Greig, to be encouraged on the increasingly widespread openness to faith evident in our country, what this means for us as the Church, and how we can be prepared for what God will do next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter concludes our series on the signs and sayings of Jesus from the gospel of John, and we hear testimonies of how Jesus has changed the lives of people being baptised! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Izwe uses his love and passion for horticulture to uncover the truths behind Jesus' declaration of being the true vine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter invites the Bradfords to share their testimony of miraculous breakthrough to demonstrate that Jesus' words and power are still true today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel continues our series in John 10, where the Lord's character is further revealed through the love, sacrifice, and attention of a good shepherd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah shows through stories and scripture how Christ is the gateway to life, refuge, and abundant hope, calling each of us by name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter explores Jesus’ words in Gospel of John 8:12, “I am the light of the world,” and what they mean for us in unsettled times. As Jesus exposes darkness with surprising gentleness, we’re invited to walk in his light and find life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the series moves from signs to sayings, Joel explores Jesus’ words in John 6. In a world that promises satisfaction but leaves us empty, we’re invited to come to the one who doesn’t just save us for eternity, but sustains us with real life today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah explores the raising of Lazarus as a story of deep love, honest grief, and defiant hope in the face of the impossible. As Jesus stands at the tomb, we’re invited to bring our belief, our tears, and even our disbelief—and hear Him call life where death seemed to have the final word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete explores the story of Jesus healing the man born blind, a moment that helps us reflect on our assumptions about seeing, believing, and truth, and what we do when an encounter with Jesus changes how we see everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burton reflects on Jesus walking on the water in John 6, revealing his power over fear and chaos. As the disciples encounter Jesus in the storm, we’re reminded that courage in the Christian life flows not from calm circumstances, but from the presence of the one who walks above the waves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah explores how John 6 shows Jesus not just as a miracle worker, but as the one who meets us in our weakness, multiplies what we place in His hands, and invites us to trust His present, generous love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter reflects on John 5 where Jesus asks, “Do you want to be healed?”, and As the focus shifts from the miracle to Jesus Himself, we’re invited to examine our assumptions about wholeness and recognise the authority and compassion of the true healer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam explores how true faith is formed when we trust His word before we see the outcome, and how it’s possible to celebrate the miracle while missing the miracle-worker Himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burton kicks off our new series and introduces John’s Gospel through Jesus’ first sign at Cana, inviting us to encounter the abundance of grace, joy, and life that flows from trusting more deeply in who Jesus is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter invites us to face the real darkness of our world and our own lives, so that we might truly grasp the wonder of the Light who came at Christmas and the hope we carry as we wait for His return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Yardley concludes our series on Philippians, and invites us to become people who bring every joy, conflict, need, and moment to God with thanksgiving, discovering His peace and His presence as we do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Izwe invites us to see how the beauty of Christ is revealed as we press on through hardship, learning that perseverance shapes us, refines us, and draws us closer to Jesus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second message of the series, Peter explores Philippians 2 and shows how the humility of Christ calls us to lay down selfish ambition, prefer others above ourselves, and walk a radically different way shaped by His self-giving love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joel kicks off our new series, The Way of Jesus, where we'll be reading Philippians from start to finish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final message in our Face to Face series, Sarah Yardley reflects on the Emmaus Road story, reminding us that the risen Jesus still walks with us, speaks truth to us, and makes our hearts burn with love as we recognise His presence in our everyday lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter reflects on Isaiah’s vision of God, inviting us to recognise our need, receive His cleansing grace, and surrender ourselves again to the One who still meets His people face to face today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joshua preaches from Daniel 3: a story that many of us grew up with and one that we might have desensitised to, but is actually a mirror to today's society like never before, and a reminder that we are truly set free when when we refuse to bow to the gods and idols of our world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Face to Face service, we celebrate eight powerful stories of lives transformed by Jesus, and Peter shares how baptism is a declaration of new life, identity, and joy — a public step that marks us as beloved children of God, who is still meeting people face to face and changing lives today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill continues our Face to Face series reflecting on Elijah’s encounter with God in 1 Kings 19, showing how the orienting reality of the Lord meets us not in the noise but in the gentle whisper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah unpacks the story of Jacob’s dream at Bethel and his later wrestling at Peniel. Through Jacob’s journey, we see how God draws near in fear, exile, and failure, marking lives with promise and grace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burton launches our new 'Face to Face: Encounters with God' series in 1 Samuel 3: the story of God calling Samuel, reminding us that the heart of Christian faith is not only that God is—but that God speaks, and we are invited to listen and respond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On his final day as Senior Pastor at Emmaus Road, Pete reads from Philippians 1 and reflects on the journey and calling of our church.You can also watch the full message here: https://youtu.be/azw7tVw9Zb8?si=NMCBI3Mg8qDYYFIk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burton closes our Selah - Summer in the Psalms series with Psalm 103, reflecting on God’s steadfast love—His hesed—that calls us to worship with hunger, humility, and hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Rae continues our Summer in the Psalms series, sharing from Psalm 91, reminding us that true security and rest are found when we dwell in the presence of God and trust His faithful care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Yardley and Jill Weber lead us through Psalm 84, exploring beauty, home, pilgrimage, strength, and grace, and inviting us into deeper trust and surrender in God’s presence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Yardley shares from Psalm 27 how we can bring our fears and longings to God, discovering in His presence that we are safe, seen, soothed, and secure, and learning to wait on the Lord with courage and hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel continues our Summer in the Psalms series with a powerful message from Psalm 51 on repentance, mercy, and restored joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're spending summer in the Psalms, and what better place to begin the series than in Psalm 1, where Peter explores four key Hebrew words that reveal a path toward deep, rooted flourishing through delighting in, meditating on, and embodying the instruction of God. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter concludes our Whole Life Worship series, exploring the importance of prioritising and investing in deep, meaningful friendships, and the fruit that can flourish from them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Kinnaman, bestselling author and CEO of Barna Group, continues our Avodah teaching series by looking at how, as God's masterpieces, we should value our work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill continues our Avodah series, teaching us that worship is living with expectance for God to speak to us in all circumstances, not just within the walls of church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What good is success if your soul is running dry? Join Sarah in the next instalment of our whole life worship series as she invites us to steward the deep, hidden places of our lives with God’s presence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter continues our series on whole life worship, exploring how our management of money and possessions is not just practical, but deeply spiritual—and a pathway to freedom, joy, and worship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah introduces our new series, Avodah: Whole Life Worship, and shares how every part of our lives can become an act of worship and a response to God’s presence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Statistics and news articles are confirming that the Lord is moving in our midst. Pete unpacks a powerful prophetic word calling us to wake up—to rise from spiritual slumber and respond to the Spirit’s urgent invitation for personal and corporate awakening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joel concludes our God Story series by exploring the book of Revelation, asking what it tells us about Jesus, the world, and ourselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we stop and look back at everything the Lord has done amongst us over the last year, and then look forward to what we sense He is leading us into next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter looks at the life of Paul, a story full of radical transformation, renewal, and evangelism, begging the question of what Jesus could do with our lives if we fully surrender to Him? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.