Jacob’s Struggle
Stan Smith takes us back to the story of Jacob and reminds us of the struggle we all face, that can only be defeated through Christ. Scriptures: Colossians 3:5–9, Colossians 3:12–14, Genesis 25:21–26, Genesis 32:24–29
Stan Smith takes us back to the story of Jacob and reminds us of the struggle we all face, that can only be defeated through Christ. Scriptures: Colossians 3:5–9, Colossians 3:12–14, Genesis 25:21–26, Genesis 32:24–29
Stan Smith asks us who the true focus of our devotion is. As he takes us through Paul’s letter to the Philippians, he makes the case for why our Passion needs to be entirely centered on Jesus. Scriptures: Philippians 3:7–15
Andy Smith take us back to the 5 loaves and 2 fishes and reminds us that we’ve been given everything we need to do the work of the Kingdom. Scriptures: John 6:1–15, 1 Timothy 1:5, Mark 6:34, 1 Thessalonians 1:9, 2 Timothy 4:6–7, Mark 6:30–32, Matthew 9:11–13, Romans 9:2–3, Isaiah 58:6–7, Isaiah 58:10, 1 Timothy 6:7–12
Guest pastor Kirk Crager brings a message to the church from the great commision of Jesus found in Matthew. As he looks back at his time in Greater Manchester he reflects on the importance of being a disciple of Jesus and encouraging a culture of discipleship in our churches and our families. Scriptures: Matthew 28:19-20
Firwood gathers together to celebrate the baptisms of its believers. Scriptures: Romans 6:4–5
Guest speaker Stan Smith looks at Paul’s letter to Timothy and encourages to Christ at the centre of our lives. Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:1–7
Andy Smith continues through the Gospel of John, and starts by looking at the reformation spearheaded by Martin Luther. Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 5:8, Zephaniah 3:17, Numbers 21:4–9, Romans 8:16–17, John 3:14–21
Andy Smith looks at the story of Nathanael, and the fulfilment of the promise of a messiah as he meets with Jesus. From there he looks at the story of Jacob and his brother and encourages us to boldly seek the kingdom. Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 4:6–7, John 1:51, Genesis 28:16–17, John 1:43–47
Guest speaker, Anthony Royle, remind us that God is with us in any circumstance. As we pass through dark days we can be reassured of His continuing presence. Scriptures: Romans 8:31–39, 2 Chronicles 32:2–8, Matthew 1:22–23, Psalm 46:1–7
Andrew Smith continues looking at how we identify ourselves, with death or with Christ. Identifying with Christ means we suffer alongside Him, and we should be encouraged to persevere. Scriptures: Ezekiel 11:19, Romans 8:5–8, Ephesians 2:1–10, Hebrews 12:1–17