Finchampstead Baptist Church

Our biology and culture push us toward impatience, but God calls us to trust that what he’s doing in us is worth the wait.

What do you do when anxiety gets loud and life feels like a storm you cannot control? This talk from the Peace series looks at Mark 4:35–41 and explores how Jesus meets us in fearful moments with presence, power and peace.

What do you do when life feels too heavy to carry? In this message, we look at Elijah in 1 Kings 19 and discover that even faithful people can feel exhausted, afraid, and overwhelmed — and that God meets us there with care, not condemnation. If you have ever felt like you are not ok, this talk is a reminder that you are not alone and that one honest step can be the beginning of healing.

Walk through Matthew 27:32–54 and discover how a Roman execution, a sarcastic sign, and a centurion’s terrified confession reveal Jesus as the true King and Son of God, calling each of us to decide where we stand.

When life feels like it’s spiralling and the view from here is confusing or painful, has Jesus lost control? In this message we follow Jesus from Gethsemane to his trial and discover a bigger perspective: he is still sovereign, even when we’ve lost sight.

What do you do when life feels overwhelming, your prayers seem unanswered, and God feels distant? In this talk we walk with Jesus into Gethsemane – his safe place, his anxiety, his loneliness, his unanswered plea – and discover a God who doesn’t just understand our pain from a distance but has lived it from the inside. This message will help you see that Jesus is vulnerable, relatable and approachable, and invite you to bring your own cup of sorrow to the One who has already drunk it for you.

Many of us dream of financial security and the freedom wealth promises, seeking status, stimulation, security, and sovereignty through material possessions. However, Jesus warns against greed through the parable of the rich fool, who accumulated wealth but ended up completely alone. The pursuit of money can damage our relationships with others and with God, as wealth provides counterfeit versions of what God designed to fulfill in our lives. Research shows that strong relationships significantly impact longevity, while isolation literally costs us years of life. True wealth is found not in what we accumulate, but in rich relationships with others and with God.

Do you want to be more than a slightly improved version of the old you? Do you want to be the new you - the ‘me’ you were created to be?

If you want to grow - you have to do these 3 things

Small beginings don’t mean small outcomes

We have a natural tendency to be critical toward others because we want others to change for our benefit. So how does Jesus actually address this idea of being critical and judging others? Is it ever healthy? How do you want to be judged?

We all play the comparison game — often without realising it. But what is it costing us? In this message, we explore Solomon’s wisdom on envy, contentment, and how to live with one handful at peace instead of two handfuls of pressure.Watch as we learn how to run our race, fix our focus on Jesus, and rediscover gratitude.

When it comes to relationships, the blame game is a game that no one wins.

Ever find yourself playing games in your relationships — the blame game, the guilt game, or even the silent treatment game? In this message, we explore The Honour Game — a way of living that turns competition into connection.Discover how going first in showing honour changes everything.

Righteous anger isn’t about losing our temper—it’s about loving God and people enough to act with courage and care. In John 2, Jesus channels zeal into cleansing the temple, showing us how to confront lies and injustice with credibility and compassion. Here’s how to speak truth wisely, live it first, and rely on the Holy Spirit.

Small, courageous acts can reshape the culture around you. In this talk we explore “good rebellion,” the healing of Luke 13:10–17, and practical steps to model a better way at home, work, and school. You can’t change the world, but you can change your world.

Faith isn’t meant to be hidden, its meant to be shared in a way that has a positive impact on the world.

How do we allow our faith to have a positive impact on the people around us?

Deep faith isn't about having all the answers—it's about taking the next step.

Temptation isn’t the problem, it’s what you do with it that matters. How do we deal with temptation before temptation deals with us?

God asked Abraham to do the unthinkable—offer up his beloved son. This moment of radical obedience invites us to wrestle with what it really means to trust when God’s ways seem confusing or even painful. In the end, we discover that surrender leads to deeper blessing and points us to the ultimate sacrifice: God’s gift of His own Son.

We’ve all sat through countless talks on self-control—most leave us feeling overwhelmed, maybe even a little discouraged or defeated. But what if there’s a better way to approach self-control that actually inspires hope? Join this message to explore fresh perspectives that can turn the struggle into a source of strength.*Unfortunately, the recording doesn't start until a couple minutes into the sermon. So get ready to be thrown right into it!

In a world chasing quick wins and instant change, faithfulness can feel outdated. But what if it’s exactly what we need most?In this video, we explore why faithfulness still matters, how it shapes our lives, and where we can find it—even when it seems rare.

What could our world look like if we chose restoration instead of condemnation?

We all have a little bit of patience but we also know how limited it can be. How do we increase our capacity for patience? And why does it matter?

We all want to be good, but sometimes we’re not. What do we do when we fall short?

What does kindness look like, act like, and react like?

Jesus never said life would be easy, but he did promise us a path that leads to peace.

Jesus promised that a consistent, constant, and steady joy can be ours. And fortunately, he also tells us how.

The Holy Spirit was given to us not so we could be more spiritual, but so we could become more mature.

We are all hungry something. What if the things we crave are not filling us, perhaps we are looking for satisfaction in the wrong places!

None of us want to experience things that cause sadness, but when we do, what do we do with the emotion? Instead of suppressing it, could deep blessing be found on the other side?

The resurrection isn't a speactor event, it's an invitation to participate.

Our actions follow our heads - is what you are doing adding to your life or taking away?

What does extravagant devotion look like?

What we think about impacts our lives - are you thinking about the right things?

Don’t be anxious about being anxious. We can invite Jesus into the places that cause us stress.

Prayer is more than asking God for things, but what do we do when it seems that God isn’t hearing what we are praying, or he seems silent?

What if there have been moments where you missed what God was saying to you because you wern't expecting him to speak?

Jesus didnt give us a script to recite; he gave us a pattern to follow

Why do you pray? What is the purpose of prayer? Can anyone hear me when I pray?

It’s vital to erect guardrails around our hearts because an unguarded heart can overpower our most guarded behaviour.