In this sermon on worship experience, we are reminded worship should be so inspiring that it connects us to God and to each other in an intimate way.Lukewarm Worship Lacks InspirationSimon's worship was at best lukewarm. There is no sense he was inspired by Jesus.The Woman is Self-Forgetful in Her WorshipWhat a contrast with the woman with her alabaster … [Read more...] about Sermon Podcast: How to Let Our Corps Grow | Letting the Spirit Flow (Luke 7:36-50)
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Sermon Podcast: A New Year, A New You | Facing Up to Reality (Philippians 4:4-9 NLT)
In this sermon on overcoming worry, we ask in the quest for a new you, has reality set in? When that happens, we have two choices: anxiety or faith.Reasons to WorryBoth Paul and the Philippians had good reasons to worry, but Paul says do not worry; pray instead.Don't Worry - Pray InsteadThe way to be anxious about nothing [is] to be prayerful about … [Read more...] about Sermon Podcast: A New Year, A New You | Facing Up to Reality (Philippians 4:4-9 NLT)
Sermon Podcast: New Year, New You | Prayer for a Change (Matthew 6:5-13)
In this sermon on how to do daily quiet time with God, we're reminded that as a Christian, there is nothing more important.The Most Important Thing for a Christian to Do Each DayAs a Christian, there is just one most important thing you should do each day. It’s time alone with God. A daily quiet time, and time spent in prayer, can change your life.How to Do … [Read more...] about Sermon Podcast: New Year, New You | Prayer for a Change (Matthew 6:5-13)
Sermon Podcast: Living Fruitfully as Disciples | Effective Love (John 15:1-17)
On Salvation Army Vision and Commitment Sunday 2019, we ask, how can you tell who is a true Salvationist? Jesus tells us there is just one way to tell.It's all down to the fruit you bearWhat distinguishes a true Salvationist from a fake Salvationist is the fruit they bear. And the fruit that is first and foremost in this passage is love.In using fruit as his … [Read more...] about Sermon Podcast: Living Fruitfully as Disciples | Effective Love (John 15:1-17)
Bible Message: Getting Ready for Christmas | Good News! … He’s Here! (Luke 2:1-14)
In this Christmas Day all age sermon, you are invited to accept the Good News that Jesus wants you to discover him for yourself.Christmassy WordsVolunteers held cards that spelt several words which connect with the Christmas story and include some of the most important things.The Fulfilment of God's PromiseThe birth of Jesus Christ was the fulfilment of … [Read more...] about Bible Message: Getting Ready for Christmas | Good News! … He’s Here! (Luke 2:1-14)
Bible Message: Where Are You Christmas? | The Hope of Christmas (Isaiah 9:2, 6-7)
In this Christmas sermon about hope we are reminded we cannot live one second without hope. But the everlasting hope of Christmas is available to all.The Everlasting Hope of ChristmasThe Hope of Christmas is everlasting. Hope came into the world at Christmas. In a great sacrificial act, God sent his Son Jesus into the world, in the form of a human baby, in order … [Read more...] about Bible Message: Where Are You Christmas? | The Hope of Christmas (Isaiah 9:2, 6-7)
Links to Christian Blogs to Read – 07/12/18
Here's a round up of leadership and productivity posts for this week, particularly from the the Christian blogs to read that I could find. You'll also find a summary of this week's content on www.equippinghispeople.com.Here are the top five posts to read on leadership or productivity from the Christian blogs to read that I've read this past week:Be The Church Or … [Read more...] about Links to Christian Blogs to Read – 07/12/18
Bible Message Podcast | Listening in Weakness (Revelation 3:7-13) – Major Mike Lloyd-Jones
As we continued to celebrate our 138th Salvation Army Corps Anniversary, special guest Major Mike Lloyd-Jones (Croydon Citadel) brought to us the message to the church at Philadelphia.Getting it Right The Philadelphian church was not criticised by Jesus. They had got it right. A Place of Hope The Philadelphian church was a place of hope and opportunity for the … [Read more...] about Bible Message Podcast | Listening in Weakness (Revelation 3:7-13) – Major Mike Lloyd-Jones
Bible Message Podcast | All Loved Up! (Revelation 2:1-7) – Major Lisa Lloyd-Jones
In this church anniversary sermon, special guest Major Lisa Lloyd-Jones (Croydon Citadel) reminds us of the message to the church at Ephesus.Forsaking Our First Love The church was known for its deeds, but it in being so busy with activity, they had forgotten to do it in God's presence. Jesus accuses them of having forsaken their first love, of having forgotten how … [Read more...] about Bible Message Podcast | All Loved Up! (Revelation 2:1-7) – Major Lisa Lloyd-Jones
