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While we naturally limit our love to safe circles, we’re called to expand them to include difficult, different, and even challenging people. Practically, this means starting small in everyday interactions, taking relational risks that stretch us, and ultimately “living loved” by first receiving God’s deep, personal love for us. The result is a visible, transformative love that becomes the true evidence of a life following Jesus. Speaker - Lead Pastor, Leon Evans.

Life can feel full of struggle, weakness and unanswered questions. The Bible reminds us that God does give strength—but not in a simplistic or instant way. Instead, strength is renewed as we “hope” in God, actively recalling His past faithfulness and trusting He will act again. This kind of hopeful, expectant waiting reshapes our perspective, enabling us to exchange our limited strength for His, and to keep going with renewed endurance—even in the midst of difficulty. Speaker - Gareth Blount, Assistant Pastor.

What we often avoid—disruption, inconvenience, and complexity—may actually be where God does His greatest work. Making room for more people, more faith, and more of what God wants to do will rarely feel neat or comfortable, but mess doesn’t mean mayhem—it can be the very space where transformation happens. The question is: are we willing to embrace the mess, not just for our own breakthrough, but so others can encounter Jesus too? —Speaker: Laura Hancock

Everyone longs to belong, and small moments of invitation can change everything. While many miss the invitation due to the distractions of everyday life, God continues to widen it, because His desire is for every seat to be filled. This means there is still space, still opportunity, and still an open invitation for all. Speaker - Jayne Sargeant

What does it really look like to make space for God—and for others—in our everyday lives? ❤️ We explore a powerful moment where someone made room for Jesus… and discover what that means for us in 2026. 🙌 Speaker - Andy Hancock, Executive Pastor

Jesus’ resurrection was the ultimate comeback that changed the world—not a return to the old, but a victory over death that redefined life. What seemed finished for His followers became unexpected hope, showing that failure, sin, and even death do not have the last word. We are invited to step into this reality, receiving the new life, fresh start, and hope made possible through Jesus. Speaker - Lead Pastor, Leon Evans

We all want clarity in life—what we’re taking in, where we’re going, and the decisions we’re making—so we ask questions about relationships, money, and the future… but when it comes to God, many of us skip the questions and jump straight to a conclusion. What if instead we started with one simple word: maybe? Our brains are wired to fill in gaps and rush to answers, but real clarity often comes when we resist that instinct and stay open. Speaker - Andy Hancock, Executive Pastor

When life doesn’t make sense, many of us ask the honest question, “Why is this happening to me?” While God may not give us every detail about how our story will unfold, He often gives us enough perspective to trust Him. In the tension and uncertainty of life, God may be shaping a story far bigger than we can see, inviting us to trust Him even when the answers aren’t clear yet. Speaker - Leon Evans, Lead Pastor

Life is full of questions — some funny, some frustrating, some deeply personal. Beneath the light-hearted “why” questions we joke about are the ones we quietly carry. Doubt isn’t a disqualification — it’s a doorway. The real question isn’t “Do you have doubts?” It’s “What will you do with them?” Speaker - Stuart Blount

Most transformation doesn’t begin with certainty, but with a simple “I wonder…” In a culture where many are quietly exploring faith from a distance, curiosity is enough to begin. Belonging comes before believing, and grace welcomes us before we earn it. Speaker - Jayne Sargeant

You don’t have to be certain to encounter Jesus—just willing to reach out. In a culture that’s less religious but still quietly searching, maybe your hidden pain matters? Maybe your issues don’t disqualify you? Maybe, one honest moment with Jesus today could change everything. Can you ask, "Maybe God?" Speaker - Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

We all experience love differently — whether it’s Valentine’s Day, rom-coms, romantic dinners, or Jude Law in an English cottage. But maybe that’s because “love” has become a junk-drawer word. We use it for everything from “I love you” to “I love pancakes.” What if love isn’t primarily something you feel… but something you decide? In the story of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows us that real love isn’t passive. It acts. It gets involved. It deals with the mess. It gives time, energy, and resources. Speaker - Gareth Blount, Assistant Pastor

Have you ever felt like you’re not enough for what’s in front of you? Like, everyone else seems more ready, more confident, more qualified… and you’re just hoping no one notices you don’t feel ready? What if God isn’t looking for ready people… but willing people? Speaker: Lisa Parkes - Lead Pastor, Living Hope Church, Dudley.

We live temporary lives, but we were made for eternity. If Jesus truly is the Saviour of the world, it changes how we live today. Eternity is set in the human heart, which is why the present alone never satisfies. We were created with purpose, restored by grace, and offered a forever future through Christ. When we know where our lives are heading, we live with clarity, certainty, and hope—because we were made for more than just this moment. Speaker — Leon Evans, Lead Pastor

In a world increasingly defined by division—left and right, rich and poor, us and them—we explore the biblical vision of a “new humanity” found in Ephesians 2. Paul reminds us that through Jesus, those once far apart have been brought near: peace is not an idea but a person who breaks down every wall of hostility. Christianity is about belonging before believing, shared access over shared background, and a community where difference is not a defect but a display of God’s glory. We were made for more than division—we were made to belong, to participate, and to experience God’s presence most fully together. Speaker - Leon Evans, Lead Pastor

Most of us don’t wake up thinking, “Today I’m going to thrive", we’re just trying to survive. But Paul reminds us in Ephesians 2 that we were made for more. ➡️ Made alive — not improved, but awakened ➡️ Made new — saved by grace, not effort ➡️ Made for more — created on purpose, for purpose. You’re not random, you’re not a copy... you’re God’s handiwork — His masterpiece. 🎨 So the question isn’t “Is there more?", it’s “Will I step into it?” Speaker - Leon Evans, Lead Pastor

Rather than trying harder or becoming “a better version” of ourselves, real change starts with identity, not behaviour. So many of us measure life by success, validation, or comfort—only to feel stuck or exhausted. Drawing on the idea that who you believe you are shapes how you live, the message is simple: you don’t need a new you, you need a clearer view of yourself. When identity comes before effort, pressure gives way to purpose—and that’s where real transformation begins. You were Made for More. Speaker - Leon Evans, Lead Pastor

As we step into 2026, we all arrive differently. Whether you’re full of faith, full of questions, overwhelmed, comfortable, or barely holding on, the invitation is not to have a perfect plan for the year ahead but a clear direction, fixing our eyes on Jesus, throwing off the crowds of distraction and setting your direction towards Him. That can change everything. Speaker - Andy Hancock, Executive Pastor

Real change isn’t about forcing ourselves to be better — it’s about letting God grow something new in us. Self-control isn’t just resisting temptation; it’s the foundation that frees us to love, choose peace, show patience, and live with purpose. We’re all tempted, but God is faithful, always offering a way through and shaping our character as we walk with Him. Jesus modelled ultimate self-control, choosing surrender for our freedom — and we can step into that same transformation today. — Speaker: Andy Hancock

Our world desperately needs the Christ-like maturity that shows up as a long fuse—steady, calm, and gracious even when we’re frustrated. Paul reminds us that patience is a fruit the Spirit grows in us, a reflection of God’s immense patience toward us, and something we’re called to extend to everyone: the idle, the hurting, the weak, and even the difficult. When we pause, respond rather than react, and remember how patient God has been with us, we discover that patience isn’t weakness—it’s a superpower! —Speaker: Lead Pastor, Leon Evans

Joy has a way of spilling over from one person to another — whether in big life moments or tiny everyday ones. But as Jesus’ story of the prodigal son shows, lasting joy isn’t found in chasing experiences or trying to become a “better version” of ourselves; it’s found in vulnerability, in choosing to come home to a God who welcomes us with compassion and turns His joy into ours. —Speaker: Assistant Pastor, Gareth Blount

In a world full of division, what would happen if we led with kindness? In the Kingdom of God, there’s no “us vs. them” — there’s just us. Kindness isn’t about judgment or convenience — it’s about forgiveness, compassion, and love that brings unity. 💛 That kind of kindness changes the world. 🌍 —Speaker: Keith Spurgin

In a world that feels louder, harsher and more divided, gentleness can seem unfashionable — even weak. But true gentleness isn’t weakness —it’s strength under control, expressed in love. Jesus described His own heart as “gentle and humble,” showing us that gentleness has the power to heal relationships, calm chaos, and bring rest to weary souls. When we choose gentleness — in our words, our reactions, our faith — we reflect God’s heart and shift the atmosphere around us. —Speaker : Jayne Sargeant

We live in a world desperate for peace — yet the kind we try to create through mindfulness, rest, or control never lasts. True peace, the kind that calms storms within and around us, is the peace Jesus gives. Peace isn’t just about personal calm, but about pursuing, cultivating, and establishing peace — becoming people who carry Jesus’ peace into a divided, chaotic world. —Speaker : Laura Hancock

The world feels broken — wars, division, fear for the future. What our world needs now? Love and faithfulness. We explore how living like Jesus can fill the gap between how life is and how it should be. —Speakers : Andy Hancock and Sam Hughes

What do you follow? Have you ever invested time into something and been let down or disappointed? BUT... What if there was something or someone you could follow that was 100% reliable? —Speaker: Mark Greenwood, Director of Elim Evangelism.

We all want to be part of something that matters — something bigger than ourselves. Over the past three years, Above & Beyond giving has reached from Halesowen to Albania, from families in crisis to global missions. Now, God’s calling us again to go above and beyond — to invest in what lasts, to open our hands, and to light up lives with hope. —Speaker : Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

What unites us is greater than what divides us. We explore how a wildly diverse group of disciples with clashing backgrounds, personalities, and politics were brought together by Jesus to change the world. The same invitation is open to us today: connection, belonging, purpose, and second chances. If you’ve ever thought faith is about division or perfection — think again. This is about a fresh start, a new way of living, and a place where everyone is welcome. —Speaker : Andy Hancock, Executive Pastor

We all love a good ending—whether it’s shocking, heartbreaking, frustrating, or full of hope. But how does God’s greater story end? In Isaiah 65 we catch a glimpse: a new heaven and a new earth, where sorrow and death are gone, where purpose and peace are restored, and where joy overflows. This isn’t just God’s story—it’s our story too. We can look forward with hope, with purpose, and with expectation, knowing the Author who began the story will finish it. —Speaker : Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

What makes a great story? Tension — that messy middle where everything matters. In this talk we explore how Isaiah points to our own tangled stories of sin, exile and desperate need, then offers the hope of a Redeemer: a rescuer who comes, pays the price (the suffering servant) and invites us into new life. Join us as we unpack the problem, the promise, the cost and the pathway of redemption — and what it means to live the good news today. —Speaker : Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

In a world marked by turmoil, uncertainty and “permacrisis,” where do we find hope and meaning? Looking through the lens of Isaiah, we explore how God’s Greater Story —creation, fall, redemption, and perfection, speaks into our chaos today. —Speaker : Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

Where’s God when life doesn’t go to plan: Where’s God in my story? Everyone has a story, nobody really gets the story they want but everyone’s can story can be redeemed, find meaning, purpose and identity when it becomes part of God’s Greater Story. Speaker: Leon Evans - Lead Pastor

As a new season begins, we look at the story of David & Goliath and what it means for us today. Just like David, we’re reminded to carry three essentials in our “backpack”: our identity in God, the tools He’s already given us, and the right kit for our own journey. Whatever giants we face, we can step forward knowing Jesus is faithful and with us. —Speaker : Andy Hancock, Executive Pastor

Whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, we all share the same need for community—and for hope. In Mark 10:46–52, Bartimaeus, a blind beggar, cries out to Jesus and discovers more than healing—he discovers value, dignity, and new life. This talk explores what it means when Jesus isn’t distracted by the noise around us, why He asks the question “What do you want me to do for you?”, and how His presence meets our deepest needs. If Jesus asked you that same question, how would you answer? —Speaker : Gareth Blount, Assistant Pastor

We explore the myth of perfection in relationships, the reality of disappointment, and how true community is built. —Speaker : Harvey Hather

"Hope Beyond Pain" explores why suffering exists and how we can find strength in it. Drawing on Scripture and personal loss, we share three truths: God is present in our pain, He can bring purpose from it, and He promises a future beyond it. Pain is real, but it’s not the end of the story—there is hope that lasts forever. —Speaker : Leon Evans

Ever walked into a room and felt like you didn’t fit in? Why do so many of us feel like outsiders — even in places that promise community? And what does real belonging look like? Maybe it’s not about earning a place… maybe you already have one. —Speaker : Stuart Blount

Let’s admit something up front… we all can tell polite lies. You ever had one of those moments? We say we want the truth – but most of us only want the truth we’ve already decided is acceptable. And when we tell our polite lies, we do this because we want to be kind. We don’t want to offend. But let’s be honest – sometimes kindness without truth isn’t really kindness at all… —Speaker : Jayne Sargeant

We were created not just to do or even to believe, but to BELONG — to know and be known, connected not just with God but with other people. Rejection is painful, brutal —it can feel like the end, but what if it might actually be a beginning? —Speaker : Leon Evans

Ever thought to yourself, "What am I doing here?" You're not alone. In all of life’s ups and downs, pains and heartaches; in the questions and uncertainty, there is someone who is by our side giving us strength and hope —And ultimately surety of heaven —that one day we will be made perfect in eternity.

We all receive inheritance and leave a legacy. How long does it take for an inheritance to be lost, and how many generations before ‘faith’ is squandered? How do you turn an inheritance into a legacy? —Speaker : Stuart Blount

'You can give without loving but you cannot love without giving’ ... To be 'Here For It' has to include giving at some stage. Why and how do we give? What are the principles God has set in place? —Speaker : Leon Evans

Most of us will agree that we need some form of connection with others. Sadly, the current experience of many in our modern world is that they feel disconnected, isolated and without others. God invites us to let someone in; to move toward people; to trust that He uses others to sharpen us, heal us and grow us. —Speaker : Gareth Blount

We all need a reminder of why we do what we do and when we work together, we are worth far more than the sum of our parts. When we say ‘Here for it’ - it's an invitation to be present and available in support of and contributing towards God’s plan to transform our world. But are we ready for that? —Speaker : Andy Hancock

Using the Lord's prayer from Matthew 6, guest speaker, Mark Ritchie delves into knowing God as Father.

Ever wished you could hear from God more clearly? In this inspiring talk, Lead Pastor Leon Evans explores what it means to be led by the Holy Spirit — not just in the big decisions, but in everyday life. Whether you caught it live or are watching back later, this message from our Breath, Wind & Fire series unpacks questions like: Why does God seem to speak to others more than me? How do I know it’s really Him? With relatable stories, practical wisdom, and biblical insight, this talk helps you recognise God’s voice and respond with confidence. If you’re looking for spiritual direction, clarity, or just exploring faith, this is for you. —Speaker: Leon Evans

We have so many questions about the Holy Spirit - What is the baptism of the Spirit? What is speaking in tongues? Is it for everyone? What does it mean to be filled by the spirit? —Speaker: Lead Pastor, Leon Evans.

Have you ever tried to have a relationship with someone you didn’t really know? It's hard to connect with someone when you're not even sure who they are and what they’re about. Who is the Holy Spirit? How does He work, and how we can encounter Him? —Speaker: Leon Evans

What’s it really like to do Equip at Lifecentral? In this episode, Deb and Sam sit down with three current and former students — Nathan, Ben and Faith — to explore the highs, challenges, and unexpected moments of growth that come with a year (or more) of ministry, leadership and learning. You’ll hear honest reflections, behind-the-scenes stories, and the heart behind why Equip exists. Plus, stick around for the final question: which staff member would they take to a desert island and why? You might be surprised… Whether you're part of the Lifecentral family or curious about taking your next step, this episode will inspire you and show how you can play a part in the Equip journey.

The word SHIFT means 'to change position, direction, place or form'. In today's world we are in a period of unprecedented shift, but we need to learn about the single biggest shift of all time - the one that changed everything! —Speaker: Leon Evans