220 Episodes
Like A Temple
There is no such thing as sacred spaces, only sacred people.
Like A Boat
It is better to be in a storm with Jesus rather than on dry land without him.
Like A Body
The Apostle Paul uses the literary tool of anthropomorphism to explain church.
Like An Embassy
The Apostle Paul claims that Christians should think of themselves as ambassadors.
Among us
Celebrating Christmas is not found in the Bible. What should we do?
Like A Family Part 2
Last time we found delight in the works of our Heavenly Father and Elder brother Jesus. This week the focus falls on our own responsibilities in God's family.
Philadelphia
We explore the dynamics of siblings and examine brotherly love.
Godliness
We explore a spiritual trait that many cultures revere.
Perseverance
While no-one likes hardship in life it can bring out something invaluable in a believer.
Pete's Extra Fruit
Beyond Paul's famous list of 9 fruit of the Spirit Pete would add some.
Pentecost 2024
Enjoying the implications of Pentecost on Pentecost Sunday!!!
God Loves Life
Our guest speaker talks about the prodigious love of our Heavenly Father.
Give 2024
What does the Bible say about giving and what does it look like at our church?
Resurrection Day 2024
Exploring the implications of an early morning and a very large stone.
Death
The last moment's of Jesus life remind us of the darkness in sin and the relief of salvation.
Crucifixion
We explore the many different people that surrounded Jesus at his death.
Gentleness
What is gentleness really and what difference does it make?
Faithfulness
Today we looked at what it means to be faithful to God and how we live that out day by day.
Living Well With God
Celebrating those amongst us that have different learning styles and capabilities and making room for them in the body of Christ.
Christmas Eve 2023
A full recording of our Christmas Eve meeting for 2023. Songs, readings and sermon all included.
Songs and Snacks 2023
A full recording of our main Christmas event in 2023.
Joy
We explore the very appealing fruit of the Spirit called Joy. Recording is dodgy at the beginning but clears up.
An Introduction to the Fruit of the Spirit
Jesus calls some "friend" and this changes people.
Do You Now Believe?
Jesus promises peace even in failure and cowardice.
Is It Time?
The prophet Haggai speaks about the temple and we learn something about church.
Why Do You Persecute Me?
We read Paul's conversion account and find there the importance of truth, calling and obedience.
Who Dares Despise The Day of Small Things?
An Israel in despair helps us be patient and thankful.
What Are You After?
We examine an eye-witness account of Jesus welcoming the pupils of another teacher.
Fond of Guests
We continue our divine questions series. We look at the points provoked by Ezekiel 34 and the question "is it not enough?"
Resurrection Day 2023
We unpack Luke's entire account of Jesus' resurrection.
Is That Your Own Idea?
We listen in to a conversation between the Son of God and a son of Rome.
Mother's Day 2023
We take inspiration from a mother in Scripture who led to the transformation of her hometown and even the whole of Europe!
Who Are These Men You Are With?
We enjoy a comedy story about a talking donkey!
The Holy Spirit is Awesome - Fidget Church
We look at how helpful the Holy Spirit is in the lives of those that follow Jesus.
Why Are You Here?
We learn valuable lessons for a man's retreat into a cave.
Are You So Dim?
Jesus points out that religion can be a performance and that what matters is the heart.
Ask For Whatever You Want
God makes an invitation to Solomon that is a challenge to us all.
New Year Message
Chris Cartwright, the General Superintendent of Elim uses the arrival of 2023 to address all the churches in our movement.
Carol Service 17.12.2022
We look a little more closely at the baby born in the town of David.
Gabriel and Mary - Fidget Church
Mary's response to divine revelation is brilliant.
Whom Shall I Send?
We look at the prophet Isaiah's vision and what it means for us today.
Who Do You Say Jesus Is
Rev. Andrew Fadoju leads us through some questions of identity.
Who Do You Say I Am?
Jesus takes his followers to a very unusual place for a very specific question.
The Generous Farmer - Fidget Church
We retell one of Jesus' parables about God's generosity.
Can These Bones Live?
We unpack the compelling question that God asks of Ezekiel in the valley of dry bones.
Can It Be Made Salty Again?
We look at Jesus' teaching on being salt of the earth.
What Is Your Name?
We look at the importance of names and how it is good to let God give us our identity.
Why Were You Searching?
We consider the first question Jesus ever asks and how this can apply to us today.
The Two Sons - Fidget Church
Do we just talk the talk or do we walk the walk?
Where Are You?
We begin a new sermon series on "Facing Up To The Questions God Asks". Today we looked at God's first ever question.
Be Clean Inside - Fidget Church
We learn that we need to pay attention to what we say.
The Final Plague
We read of one incredible rescue and are reminded of the best rescue ever.
The Seed - Fidget Church
God's Kingdom loves to start in small things.
Walk the Path
Our guest speaker explores the challenge of walking the right path as we live out our faith.
Build Your House on the Rock - Fidget Church
Why did Jesus tell the parable of the houses on sand and rock?
God's Plan In These Days We Find Ourselves In
Our guest speaker Jeremy Bontemps encourages us to be the grace of God our our unique situations.
I Ain't Praying For That
We look at the Spirit inspiring prayer.
Sharing
We see how the Holy Spirit makes sharing good news the easiest thing ever.
Prophecy
We look at the important gift of prophecy in the church setting.
Spiritual Formation For This Generation
The closing talk by Rich Villodas from the Elim Leadersship Summit 2022.
Speaking in Tongues
A supernatural language that all Christians are invited to seek and enjoy.
Listening - Fidget Church
We think about the importance of people and learn about listening to the Holy Spirit.
Resurrection Sunday 2022
We take a close look at the account of two Marys meeting first a messenger and then the Messiah.
Psalm Sunday 2022
A man approaches his death without security or fanfare.
Passion Sunday - Fidget Church
This week we looked at the lady who gave Jesus her best treasure.
How Does God Speak?
We look at how we recognise God's inner voice and where that will lead us.
The Full Force
As God rolls up his sleaves in Egypt we learn something of his tenderness and mercy.
Following Jesus - Fidget Church
Jesus asks some fisherman to drop everything and follow him. We look at how this applies to us today.
The Big Send Off
We explore the importance of Christian community life and celebrate the contributions of one who is moving on.
A Third Way
As the experts hide their faces we look at true faith and clever answers.
Do you know what nev is?
Our guest speaker Mark Greenwood unpacks the vital importance of nev!
Waiting In Line - Fidget Church
This week in Fidget Church we look into the story of Jesus meeting some kids.
News from Macedonia
Ian and Katie share their experinces of sharing Jesus with the people of the Republic of North Macedonia.
Welcome To Gershon
We look an an upside down kingdom and what it means for us.
The Finger of God
As lice takeover Egypt we discover it is impossible to anticipate what will lead people to Jesus.
Carols
Elim Church Bewbush's annual carol service with songs, readings and talks.
God of the Impossible - Fidget Church
Mary inspires us to believe in God who does impossible things.
Befrogged
Dare we let God access the most private places of our lives?
The First Mighty Act
The Nile turning to blood moved no-one or did it?
Clever Hans
It can be really difficult to tell a real believer from a fake one.
Bigger than a lifetime
What would happen if we became slightly less obsessed with now?
Getting Angry At God
How to deal with God making things worse.....
Church for Fidgets 03.10.2021
We explore the parable of the Lost Sheep.
Breaking Limits
Our guest speaker Bart Gee talks on exploring possibilities despite enduring arthrogryposis.
The Most Important Thing
As the new academic year begins we look at what we should focus on.
Baby in a basket
How can we find peace when we are hunted and in danger?
Attend the harpoons not the oars
We reflect on power, utility and quietness.
I Cannot Do That
Being comfortable can be cosy but it can also slow us down.
Together
When doubt rages in our hearts there is nothing quite like company.
Into Thin Air
It is a good thing to go out on a limb with the Holy Spirit!
Will He Drop Me Down the Stairs?
We look at issues of trust, disgrace and common mercy.
Who is God?
We gasp as God reveals the name he is to be known for generations.
Wide, Free and Plenty
We look at fire juggling, Charlie Parker and a land of milk and honey.
What To Expect When Meeting God
We delve into the reality of encountering a God who is near.
Promise-Keeper
The prayers of a troubled nation reminds God of ancient promises.
A Happy Home
We explore how Moses finds welcome, love and family away from Israel.
Who Are You Moses?
We explore the importance of identity and what ours can be.
Resurrection Day 2021
Jesus calls each of us by name and promises life!
Wonderfully Prepared
We consider Moses' unique preparation and an easy way to remember the most important story ever told.
Happy Mother's Day 2021
Looking at how Jochebed was vital in the defeat of an empire.
Youth
It is good to treasure experience and anxiety might be optional!
Chasing Bears
Shepherding the church involves hunting lions and chasing bears!
Hard Times are Good Times
No one likes hard times but they have their uses.
Timothy
We consider the real metric by which Paul measured the healthiness of a congregation.
Love in Lockdown
Communion, worship and thoughts of love in lockdown.
Canoes and Mountains
What can we do when the future we expect is not the one we get?
Blood, bones and chaos
Communion, worship and a talk about the lawlessness of war.
The Devil's Fire
Are you a miserable believer? Then get kitted out for a fight!
The Roman Soldier
We look at the influence of the Roman Soldier on our understanding of Ephesians 6.
Not Flesh and Blood
The heavenly realms are not just nice and fluffy!
Kaleo
We consider questions of pre-existence, conception, birth and life.
Grace
Exploring the key moment and the key concept in Christianity.
Our Hearts Are Not Enough
We look at the matter of our consciences and moral choices.
Someone Like Me
It is not just adult men full of faith that Jesus rescues!
We Are Not Alone
We listen to the story of a loner who becomes no longer lonely.
Deliver Us
When storms come it is healthy to cry out "deliver us".
Your Kingdom Come
As we continue in our series on the basics of prayer we consider God's Kingdom.
Daily bread
We enjoy Jesus' loving response to those people that worry.
Forgiveness
We discover the importance of forgiveness in prayer.
Prayer
As we return to meeting physically as a church we remember the importance of prayer.
Kids
Jesus highlights an abuse of power and makes us think about Minecraft!
The Devil & Demons
We explore the difficult subject of the Devil, demons and possession. Please excuse the echo. The microphone was wrongly set up.
Death & Beauty
On Missions Sunday we consider doing something beautiful for Jesus.
Down But Not Out
We consider the struggles of the homeless and the importance of God as "Heavenly Father".
15th Birthday
We consider what it means to be salty and light-filled.
Pentecost 2020
We use the last story in the Book of Acts to inspire us on Pentecost Sunday 2020!
A Murderous Oath
Paul survives a punch-up and we learn a little about his family.
Last Words
We listen in to Paul's last words to the leaders of the Christians in Ephesus.
The Council at Jerusalem
We examine the dynamics of the Council at Jerusalem. Jesus' brother gives us a masterclass in Holy Spirit wisdom.
Cornelius
We look into the moment the Apostle Peter is challenged about who he excludes from church!
Stephen
We explore Luke's account of the very first church issue.
To The Ends Of The Earth
A recording from a YouTube Live event. Our second sermon on a series looking forward to Pentecost.
Resurrection Sunday 2020
We learn from a passage in Acts 4 some of the implications of Jesus' majestic resurrection from the dead.
Life Is In The Blood
We trace God's plan of salvation in the significance of blood.
COVID-19
This morning we examine the impact COVID-19 restrictions have on us individually and collectively as a church. We draw on the inspiration of Jeremiah and Paul to calculate a response.
Mother's Day 2020
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic Elim Church Bewbush ceases to meet physically. However we are working hard to ensure this doesn't slow us down. In this privately recorded talk we explore Jesus' mother Mary, mother's in general and our own faith.
The Gifts of Celibacy and Marriage
We examine the idea that both celibacy and marriage are charisma.
Fruitful, Faithful, Free and Filled
Our guest speaker Dave Dickson explores the purposes of Christian life and how to meet these head on.
Speak As God Himself
We interrogate the Biblical idea that we are all given a gift and that we should work hard at using it to love others.
Partnering with God
Our guest speaker Dave Campbell invites us to do what we can do for God so that He can do what he does best!
Submarines & Anarchists
We look at sleeping, love and hospitality.
Surprised Wild Ones
We take a look at sin, wild people and heaven.
A Mysterious Bible Passage
We examine a passage by the Apostle Peter that even Martin Luther found hard to understand.
Substitutionary Atonement
We consider the holiness of God and the freeloading nature of the Christian faith.
Story Sunday 2019
We hear from various members of our community about their lives in 2019.
Barefoot joy
The shepherds speak of an authentic and unpretentious search and discovery of joy.
Incarnation - Supernatural
We examine the importance of the supernatural in the nativity story and the wider Christian faith.
Incarnation - Historical
We discover the importance of Jesus' incarnation to the Christian faith. We also examine the importance of the historical dimension.
Apologia
We explore Peter's call for believers to give a reason for their hope.
When Goodness Brings Evil
As the Apostle Peter quotes Isaiah we discover how to deal with evil times.
Jonah
During Messy Church we consider the story of Jonah. We see how his passions so often reflect ours!
Good Days
A short fragment of this morning's exploration of community and revenge.
Rest at Jesus' feet
Our visiting guest speaker Christy Smith talks about the value of sitting at Jesus' feet and knowing his peace.
Do you see?
Our guest speaker Mike Keeping helps us see some great truth about truly seeing in John 9.
Honour the vulnerable
We look at how a husband should serve his wife and how this has wider implications for us.
Beyond wives
We examine Peter's advice to Christian wives that applies to us all.
The importance of sin
We take a hard look at coping with unjust suffering and examine what the core of the gospel is.
Before I Go
Some thoughts on raising Children so that they love Jesus.
Did you know you have the best boss in the world ever?
We look at some difficult passages that seem to advocate slave ownership and that have been used to justify atrocities. We find in them guidance to work in our daily lives.
Respect, Love and Fear
We consider the struggles of Christians dealing with politics and pagans!
God is with us
Our guest speaker France Bontemps talks to us of God's promise to always be with us.
Agapetos
The Apostle Peter draws near to people he obviously loves and tells them something of profound urgency.
Building Wisely
Our guest speaker Dave Taylor challenges us to examine our foundations so that they can survive the storms of life.
On Prayer
We walk through the simply ideas on prayer taught by Jesus.
You Are
Peter talks us through how we are chosen and how that position has some fascinating implications.
When Jesus Comes To Town
We hear how Jesus is the new and better temple. The person in whom we meet God himself!
Fishing with Puddleglum and Santiago
We get some great insight into Jesus the Living Stone from two fictional stories.
David and Goliath
We explore the subject of fear through the ancient story of a shepherd boy confronting a national military champion.
Take Five
We look at how familiarity can extinguish expectation and how the Kingdom of God starts off unremarkably.
Maritime Lessons in Spirituality
Excerpts from the great American novel Moby Dick help gives us insights on 1 Peter.
Agape and Rhema
What does it look like to love deeply in Crawley in the 21st Century?
Chosen From Before The Start
We are in the middle of a divine narrative and this has far reaching implications for how we live life!
Give! Part 2
We look at the specifics of our church finances. Where does all that money go?
Give!
We start to look at the discipline of giving for the follower of Jesus. How much should we give? Who should we give to?
Mothers Day 2019
We hear from two mothers in our community. Their helpful observations and insights from their experiences!
Exiles of Blessing
We consider the tendency for familiarity to breed contempt.
Put Your Wellies On
We explore the implications of grace through wellies, zombies and the music of Miles Davis.
We Astonish Angels
The apostle tells us we are served by prophets and that we interest angels.
Pure Gold
A monastry in Normandy gives us a picture of God's protection.
Peter and Kyrios
Jesus being Lord is actually a big deal for Jews, Romans and us today.
Peter & The Trinity
Peter gives us some insight into the critical reality of the Trinity.
Apostles & Aliens
Peter was more than a disciple and we are more than aliens!
An Introduction to 1 Peter
We examine some compelling reasons to start a new series on 1 Peter.
Story Sunday 2018
Various stories of God's goodness and provision from the congregation through the year.
Christmas 2018 - The Magi
We climax our Christmas series by looking at the adventurous magi!
Christmas 2018 - Joseph
Joseph foregoes common sense and we see what faith looks like.
Christmas 2018 - Sehepherds
Some shepherds show us what it means to store up treasures in heaven.
Christmas 2018 - Mary
A young lady eclipses a religious old man in how to serve God.
This is no bait and trap
A first century question, tortured by religion and sanctimony, releases fine wines and great cuts of beef!
The Conker - An English Sermon
The humble horse chestnut teaches us about mortality and eternity.
The Very Last Psalm
We draw inspiration from musicians with callouses on their fingers.
I'm lost for words
We are inspired by a talk from the leader of the Elim church in Brighton, Christy Smith.
What Should We Do For Remembrance Sunday?
A Christian reflection on the existence and practice of Remembrance Sunday in the UK.