Blackpool Church - Talk Archive

It is easy to write off the church. We have all seen the bad examples. In this talk from our We Believe series, Andy looks at 1 Corinthians 12. He unpacks the history of the Nicene Creed and what it means to be united, unique, universal, and unstoppable. Instead of flying solo, this conversation invites us to see the purpose in gathering together.We are called to live differently but a Christian on their own is a bit like a fish without chips. Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm.Doors open 30mins before for ☕️https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church#Blackpool #BlackpoolChurch #Church #WeBelieve

Thinking about the afterlife can feel heavy. It brings up big questions and real worries about the people we love. In this Q&A from our We Believe series , Andy and Sam answer your questions about heaven and hell. They look at the promises of Jesus and the reality of a new creation. Instead of fear and confusion, this conversation invites us to see the hope of eternal life and the urgent beauty of God's RSVP.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church#Faith #BlackpoolChurch #whathappensafterdeath

We all crave genuine connection. But sitting at a crowded table can still feel lonely.In this talk from our We Believe series, Tom looks at 1 Corinthians 11. Instead of keeping faith as an isolated routine, this conversation invites us to see communion as a way to find hope, remember grace, and discover true belonging.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church

Running away can feel like the only option when life gets heavy. It might bring a moment of peace, but it doesn't actually fix the root of the problem. In this talk LJ looks at Luke 24 and the famous road to Emmaus. She shares how two disciples walked away from their problems only to find their perspective completely flipped by a stranger. Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church#blackpool #FindingHope #Walking #church

We naturally assume tomorrow will look exactly like yesterday. It feels safe to stay on autopilot and expect zero surprises.In this talk, Andy looks at Matthew 28. He talks about a violent earthquake, a blinding angel, and an empty tomb that ruined the status quo forever. Instead of expecting your future to repeat your past, this conversation invites us to believe that radical change is actually possible. Jesus is alive. That changes the whole story.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church

Anxiety feels like a box of random IKEA parts without the instructions. You're left staring at the mess and wondering how to build a peaceful life.In this talk, Andy looks at Philippians 4. Paul wrote this famous letter from a dark prison cell. He wasn't sitting on a beach with a green smoothie. He was in chains. Yet he tells us not to be anxious about anything. It sounds impossible. It sounds unrealistic. But there's a way.Instead of trying to white-knuckle our way to a calm life, this conversation invites us to receive a peace that doesn't make sense on paper. We can stop carrying the heavy things. We can pass them over.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church#Blackpool #Church #Anxiety #Faith

We hate being wrong. It bruises our ego and makes us defensive.In this talk from our One Last Thing series , John looks at John 15 and 16. He talks about the Holy Spirit acting as our advocate. We learn about three things the world gets wrong: sin, righteousness, and judgment.Instead of fearing conviction, this conversation invites us to see that being proved wrong by a good God leads to freedom. You cannot have health without honesty. God points out the broken pieces in our lives so he can heal them.#Blackpool #HolySpirit #FaithJoin us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church

In this talk from our latest series, Andy looks at John 15. He talks about the "cosmos" and why the world’s system isn't a fan of Jesus. We aren't called to build a wooden box on a pole to escape. We are called to be like boats. A boat is made for the water. It only has a problem when the water gets inside.Instead of waiting for the "perfect" time to follow Jesus, this conversation invites us to just begin. The world won't stop being difficult. We just have to stay different.Whether you feel like an outsider or you're just curious about this "weird" community, this is for you.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm. Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https//:www.facebook.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.instagram.com/blackpool.churchhttps//:www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church#Blackpool #Faith #Purpose #Jesus

It’s easy to look at life and see a list of problems. It’s much harder to believe things can actually change.In this talk, Archie Coates looks at Numbers 13 and the story of the Promised Land. He explores why two people can look at the same situation and see two completely different realities. Instead of focusing on the barriers, this conversation invites us to see what’s possible with God. Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm.Doors open 30mins before for ☕️.https://www.facebook.com/blackpool.church/https://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/ https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church/#blackpoolchurch #Hope #Faith #BlackpoolChurch

Picking a path is exhausting. We’re terrified of missing out or wasting years on the wrong thing. It's enough to make anyone feel stuck.In this talk from our series, "One Last Thing", Tom looks at John 14. He explains what Jesus meant by calling himself "The Way." It turns out Jesus isn’t interested in giving us a kit list or a GPS coordinate. He offers something else entirely. Following him doesn't mean life gets easy or that the headlines change overnight. It means we have a companion who shows up in our messiest, weakest moments.Instead of guessing your way through life, this conversation invites us to trust the person who actually knows the road. Whether you’re feeling confident in your direction or totally stranded, this talk is for you.#Direction #DecisionFatigue #Jesus #BlackpoolChurchJoin us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church

Love is usually sold as a warm blanket or a romantic dinner. We want the French cheese and the chocolate mousse. But real love is often gritty, strange, and deeply inconvenient. It’s the kind of love that gets on the floor to wash dirty feet.In this talk from our One Last Thing series, Andy Dykes explores John 13. He looks at how Jesus used his final moments to do something completely bizarre. It wasn't about being nice. It was about being uncomfortably close.Instead of staying safe in our comfort zones, this conversation invites us to open every door of our lives to God. Even the messy parts we try to hide.CONTENT NOTE: This episode includes a brief mention of pregnancy loss and miscarriage.PRODUCTION NOTE: This was episode was recorded on Simple Sunday, which marks the first week of Lent. We stripped back the lights, the band, and the video feed to focus solely on Jesus. This episode features a motion background only.#UncomfortableLove #Lent #BlackpoolChurch #faithquestions Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpool.church/

Ever feel like you’re trying to describe a a colour that doesn’t exist? Most of us feel that way when we talk about the Trinity. In this talk from our What We Believe series, Sam explores how God reveals himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Instead of getting lost in confusing jargon, this conversation invites us to see how God’s nature changes the way we actually live and pray. We stop seeing an angry judge and start seeing a unified God who is completely for us. Join us Sundays11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/#Trinity #WhatWeBelieve #BlackpoolChurch #Christianity

None of us enjoy the feeling of having our mistakes brought into the light; we’d much rather point out everyone else’s faults than face our own. Yet, beneath that discomfort is a deeper longing to be truly known and still fully loved, without the weight of past "conflict" holding us back.In this talk from our We Believe series, we explore the "Theories of Atonement", the different ways the cross actually works to mend our relationship with God. Instead of hiding in shame or trying to "fix" ourselves, this conversation invites us to step into the freedom of being set right through a love that was proven by sacrifice.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on [email protected] | blackpool.church

What if being almost right about Jesus isn’t enough?In the debut talk of our "We Believe" series, Tom explores one of the most important and hope-filled truths of the Christian faith: Jesus is fully God and fully human. Not half and half. Not pretending. Not distant. Fully present with us and fully powerful.This isn’t just niche theology for textbooks, its hope for our darkest moments, wherever you are in your faith journey.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socialshttps://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/

Simplicity isn't about owning less for the sake of it. If your life feels full but your spirit feels tired, this conversation is an invitation to slow down and make room for what truly lasts. Closing our Interpersonal Trainer series, we explore the spiritual practice of simplicity through the story of Mary and martha in Luke 10. Eloise challenges the the cluttered pace of modern life and invites us to consider how distraction, hurry, and excess might be drowning out God's voice.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socialshttps://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/

Truth can feel uncomfortable, but it’s also where healing begins. we often live inside small lies that slowly shape our hearts, our relationships, and our faith.Drawing from Matthew 7, Andy invites us to become people of truth, not just in what we say to others, but in what we allow God to say to us. When we stop minimising our sin, stop writing ourselves off, and stop pretending we’re okay, we make room for grace, growth, and real connection with God.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socialshttps://www.instagram.com/blackpool.church/https://www.facebook.com/Blackpool.Church/

Consistency doesn't come naturally to most of us... but it might be the secret weapon we're looking for.If you've ever started strong and given up quickly, this episode is an encouragement to take one small step and not give up. In the second talk in our Interpersonal Trainer series, we explore why consistency is good for you, good for others and has eternal consequences. Drawing from Psalm 1 and the words of Jesus, Heather looks at how small, repeatable habits shape our faith, character and the people around us. Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socials @blackpool.church | blackpool.church/visit

Gratitude isn't just something for when life is going well. It's something we choose even if it's all going wrong. The first talk in our Interpersonal Trainer series, Andy explores Psalm 100 and challenges the idea of "counting our blessings" as a mindset. Instead inviting. us to choose gratitude as a posture, even before the results come in, before emotions catch up, and even when life feels unresolved. Whether you're feeling thankful, struggling to feel it, or unsure where to begin, this talk is for you.Join us Sundays at 11am + 6pm, doors open 30mins before for ☕️Find us on Socials @blackpool.church | blackpool.church/visit

Ever feel like you’re on the outside looking in? Shame has a way of isolating us, making us feel "unclean" or unworthy of love. We hide our true selves because we’re afraid that if people really knew us, they’d walk away.In this talk from the finale of our launch series, Sam DH explores the powerful moment Jesus touches a leper. Instead of recoiling from our mess, this conversation invites us to experience a God who isn't afraid to get his hands dirty to restore us.Whether you are lonely, ashamed, or just need a fresh start, this talk is for you.#Shame #Restoration #BlackpoolChurch #Love

We all have storms we can't control. Sometimes that storm is inside us, a chaotic mix of shame, anger, or addiction that makes us feel isolated and misunderstood. We try to chain it up, but it keeps breaking loose.In this talk from our launch of The Six, Rachel Gardner explores the encounter between Jesus and the Gerasene demoniac. Instead of avoiding the mess, this conversation invites us to see a Jesus who crosses the storm just to find the one person everyone else gave up on.Whether you feel out of control or unseen in your pain, this talk is for you.#Hope #BlackpoolChurch #Healing

Do you feel like your story is already written? Maybe you’ve labelled yourself as "the anxious one," "the failure," or "the one who always messes up." It’s easy to let our past mistakes or current struggles become our permanent identity.In this talk from our launch of The Six, Bishop Jill explores how God interrupts our lives to rewrite the headlines we speak over ourselves. Instead of accepting a narrative of fear or defeat, this conversation invites us to step into the freedom of a new name.Whether you are stuck in the past or fearful of the future, this talk is for you.#Identity #Freedom #BlackpoolChurch #NewBeginnings

Feel like you're constantly running on fumes? You’re not alone. Most of us live life with the "fuel light" on, hoping we can make it just a few more miles before everything breaks down.In this talk from our launch of The Six, Dan Belcher explores the feeding of the 5,000 and what happens when we bring our "not enough" to Jesus. Instead of asking you to do more with less, this conversation invites us to see how God multiplies what we surrender. Whether you are exhausted, overwhelmed, or just hungry for something real, this talk is for you.#Burnout #Miracles #BlackpoolChurch #Jesus #Don'tLimitGodWithYourSmallThinking

We all face giants. Whether it’s anxiety, debt, or a relationship that’s falling apart, sometimes the obstacles in front of us feel impossible to overcome. We feel small, ill-equipped, and ready to give up.In this talk from our launch of The Six, Ben Woodfield explores the story of David. Instead of just "trying harder," this conversation invites us to see that the battle isn't actually ours to win. It’s about who is fighting for us.Whether you are facing a massive challenge or just feeling worn down by life, this talk is for you.#DavidAndGoliath #OvercomingAnxiety #BlackpoolChurch #Faith #theSIX

Tom Speaks to us about Luke 19, exploring what's the point of life?Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials @blackpool.church | blackpool.church/visit

Part 3 of our series of talks on the launch of The Generosity Project, Andy spoke to us on the topic of "A Generous Church".Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials @blackpool.church Help us become a generous churchwww.blackpool.church/give

Part 2 of our series of talks on the launch of The Generosity Project, Andy spoke to us on the topic of "A Generous Life".Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials @blackpool.church Help us become a generous churchwww.blackpool.church/give

On Sunday, Andy kicked off our new three part series, launching The Generosity Project, with this week speaking on the topic of "A Generous God".Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials @blackpool.church Help us become a generous churchwww.blackpool.church/give

Heather spoke to us to us about a how we can be radically prophetic, looking at "Where's Jesus in the prophets?"Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials or check out or [email protected] | www.blackpool.church

On Sunday Eloise spoke to us to us about a declaration of dependence , looking at "Where's Jesus in Exile?"Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials or check out or [email protected] | www.blackpool.church

On Sunday Andy spoke to us to us about friendship, looking at "Where's Jesus in Proverbs?"Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials@ blackpool.church | www.blackpool.church

On Sunday Andy spoke to us to us about how "it all starts with surrender" looking at "Where's Jesus in Chronicles?" Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials@ blackpool.church | www.blackpool.church

On Sunday Amy spoke to us to us about "How can I reach God" looking at "Where's Jesus in the Tabernacle?" Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials@ blackpool.church | www.blackpool.church

Tom spoke to us to us about "The Problem with Humans" looking at "Where's Jesus in Judges?" Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials@ blackpool.church | www.blackpool.church

Andy spoke to us about "Is God violent?" looking at where is Jesus in the book of Joshua?Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.Find us on Socials@ blackpool.church | www.blackpool.church

Sam spoke on the book of leviticus and the laws of the old testament exploring the theme of where is Jesus in the Law?Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.

In the second talk in our understanding the old testament series, Jack spoke on Where is Jesus in Exodus, exploring the theme of The Patience Problem.Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.

"I don't really want to bother with the old testament... surely thats just for vicars? "... I was shocked... they had decided to discount 3/4 of the bible.Tom kicked off our understanding the old testament series with a talk on Where is Jesus in Genesis, exploring the theme of God's plan has always included you. Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.⁠⁠www.blackpool.church⁠⁠ | @blackpool.church

The final episode in our 3 part series for Pentecost, looking at Acts 3 , Andy Spoke about "How healing happens" Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.⁠www.blackpool.church⁠ | @blackpool.church

"You don't have to leave, the church is on fire" This Pentecost, Andy sat down with guest speaker Sarah Jackson from the Revitalise Trust to explore how the Holy Spirit is moving across the UK — through local churches, transformed communities, and stories of fresh hope.Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.⁠www.blackpool.church⁠ | @blackpool.church

Andy kicked off our Pentecost talk series speaking on  Acts 1Even better in the buildingJoin us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞.www.blackpool.church | @blackpool.church

On Sunday, Amy + Jono spoke on 1 Peter 2:4-5 and Mark 5:20, exploring how we’re invited to be living stones in God’s foundation and what it means to be interruptible like Jesus.This episode dives into how unexpected interruptions in life might actually be part of God’s plan to build something greater.Even better in the building Join us Sundays at 11am, doors open 10.30am for ☕️ + 🍞. www.blackpool.church

Andy spoke on chapter 18 of Lukes Gospel, continuing our series, exploring the theme of "the priority problem".

Tom spoke on Luke chapter 17 looking at the grateful leper.

On Sunday, Jono continued our Luke's Gospel series at Chapter 16 exploring the parable of the Shrewd Manager.

Heather picked up our Luke's Gospel series at Chapter 15 exploring some of the stories Jesus told.

On Easter Sunday, Andy spoke on exploring the theme of When God Says it, He does it.

Andy gave the penultimate talk in our spiritual disciplines series, looking at the spiritual discipline of submission - what it is, and what it means for our lives today.

On Sunday, Tom spoke about the spiritual discipline of Poverty and what that means for our lives today.

Eloise gave the fourth talk in our series on spiritual disciplines, looking at the topic of abstinence and how we can apply it to our lives.

On Sunday, Andy continued our spiritual discipline series exploring the theme of confession.