Audio files of Sunday talks : January - June 2015
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If you find any of these talks particularly helpful please do share them with your friends.
If you find any of these talks particularly helpful please do share them with your friends.
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June 28, 2015
The non-perfect effect (4) - Humble strength Tim Sparkes Bible references - Isaiah 55:8 - Isaiah 66:1-2 |
Tim discusses the need to be both humble and remain solid so that the Lord can use us for his own glory and to have the right attitude of heart, as Isaiah did.
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June 21, 2015
The non-perfect effect (3) - Called by God Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Isaiah 41:17-20 - Ecclesiastes 7:13 |
Tim challenges us about our calling from the Lord and encourages us to see the difficult circumstances we encounter in life as part of God's plan and call on our lives.
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June 14, 2015
The non-perfect effect (2) - A picture of God Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Isaiah 4:1-8 |
Isaiah had an encounter with God which gave him the desire to go deeper and preach God's Word, as did Paul, and so can we if we choose. Tim explores this challenge in more depth.
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June 7, 2015
The non-perfect effect Tim Sparkes Bible references - Isaiah 1:18-20, 42:5-7 |
Tim uses a Friday evening visit to Liverpool Street station to illustrate how we can choose our response to situations.
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May 31, 2015
The overcoming goodness (4) John Sparkes Bible reference - Ephesians 3:14-19 |
John explains that there are two parts to each of us and explores how we can be filled with the goodness of God in both parts in order to bring life and hope to others.
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May 24, 2015
The overcoming goodness (3) John Sparkes Bible reference - Luke 22:24-34 |
John considers Jesus' words to Peter, 'Satan has asked for you that he may sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail.' He develops the theme of how we can let the pure love of God flow through us so we can touch other people's lives.
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May 17, 2015
The overcoming goodness (2) John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Peter 2:18-25 |
John shares further insights into how we can be dispensers of goodness and bring hope and healing to others rather than being affected by the negatives around us.
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May 10, 2015
The overcoming goodness John Sparkes Bible references - Luke 7:11-17, 36-50 |
Why did Jesus break all the rules? Was he being awkward or trying to provoke a reaction - or was something more significant going on? And what does all this have to do with Loretta Lynch, the new U.S Attorney General, shock absorbers and amplifiers?
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May 03, 2015
Real change John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Corinthians 6:7-11 |
So many of us know the truth - the wonderful truth about who Jesus is and what he has done for us. But do we live in it? How do we get that truth to really make a difference and to become so all-consuming that we live naturally in the good of it?
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April 26, 2015
What is wisdom? John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Corinthians 6:1-8 |
The Corinthian church was not acting wisely in their disputes so Paul reminds them of who they are in Christ and the source of their wisdom. John shares helpful insights into how to be wise in our individual and church lives.
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April 19, 2015
'With you in spirit' John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 |
John explores the incredible truth behind the phrase 'with you in spirit' and the implications of what it means to be with one another by the Holy Spirit.
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April 12, 2015
Letting go John Sparkes Bible reference - Mark 14:3-9 |
As Mary broke the alabaster jar in her enthusiasm to anoint Jesus, so we need to be broken and prepared to let the treasure within us shine clearly and brightly.
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April 5, 2015
Living in the truth of Easter Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Exodus 40:1-38 |
Rather than trying to find a new angle on the Easter message, Tim encouraged us to live in the truth of what we already know and challenged us to live out that truth in our daily lives.
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March 29, 2015
Know your value! John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 |
Using Paul's example, John explores the importance of settling our value at the deepest level and thereby being free to serve the Lord regardless of hardship or persecution.
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March 22, 2015
Archery lessons John Sparkes |
John shares some important insights into why it is vital to be whole-hearted in our relationship with the Lord – and the consequences for ourselves and others when we are not. Tim and Kelly share practical illustrations of the principles.
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March 15, 2015
Walking on thin air! John Sparkes Bible reference - Luke 3:3-9 |
We all need to come to a place where we die to self and live with the life of Christ at the core of our being. We are then able to trust God and 'walk on thin air'.
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March 8, 2015
The story behind the letters John Sparkes Bible references - Acts 18:1-17 - 2 Corinthians 7:5-12 |
Paul encountered many difficulties in his dealings with the church in Corinth but he knew the truth of the gospel. John shares practical advice on dealing with discouragement based on Paul's experiences.
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March 1, 2015
A fresh confidence Tim Sparkes Bible references - Psalm 139:23-24 - Psalm 51:10-12 |
The Psalmist made mistakes in his life and encountered many difficult circumstances yet he was described as a 'man after God's own heart'. Tim explores some important lessons that we can learn from David's attitude.
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February 22, 2015
Stand tall John Sparkes Bible reference - 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 |
John introduces a new series on 1 Corinthians. Paul starts the letter with a very positive perspective before he starts to address the practical issues. Notes of the talk are also available - click here.
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February 15, 2015
God is greater than our hearts John Sparkes Bible references - Ephesians 3:14-20 - 1 John 3:16-22 |
We can set our hearts at rest in God's presence because he is greater than our hearts. Truly understanding this brings tremendous freedom and enables us to stand tall as the people God created us to be.
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February 8, 2015
Character building Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Genesis 47:1-6, 50:15-21 |
Joseph displayed great wisdom and depth of character in his later life. Tim examines the good choices he had made during his time in Egypt and explores what we can learn from them.
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February 1, 2015
Faith in action Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Joshua, chapter 24 |
In his final talk on Joshua Tim addresses some of the difficult issues Joshua faced and applies them to our walk with the Lord.
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January 25, 2015
Lessons from Joshua Tim Sparkes Bible reference - Joshua 10:29-43 |
In his latest talk on the story of Joshua, Tim explores the relevance this Old Testament book has for our lives today.
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January 18, 2015
Facing the truth and moving on Tim Sparkes Bible references - Joshua 7:6-12 - Joshua 23:6-11 |
Joshua faced up to the reality of his situation and sought God's truth in order to move forward. Tim shared some practical thoughts based on Joshua's experience to encourage us to have the same attitude.
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January 11, 2015
When it all goes wrong! Tim Sparkes Bible references - Joshua 1:2-9 - Joshua 7:3-13 |
Joshua was defeated at the battle of Ai and lost 36 men. Tim shared some important lessons from this episode in Joshua's life on how to react when things go wrong in our lives or we make mistakes.
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January 4, 2015
Gaining ground Tim Sparkes Bible references - Psalm 121 - Joshua 1:6-9 |
Tim started a new series on Joshua, a man chosen by God to lead the Children of Israel and gain ground in the Promised Land. What can we learn from Joshua as we move forward into 2015?
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