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Three Trees and God's Ultimate Story of Hope (Shared Stories #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 32:43


Does life sometimes feel hopeless, pointless, without purpose? Joy Wright (Emerge Advocacy) brings a story of hope - THE story of hope looking at 3 trees in God's big plan. And offers a challenge we can all choose to accept.

Seek first His Kingdom (Shared stories #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 18:51


What does 'Seek His Kingdom' actually mean for you? And why would we bother? Neil brings a new slant to this verse and Robin and Angie share their thoughts.

A life that counts (Share stories, shared hope #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 37:00


Do you think every life counts? Do you think yours does - is there a purpose? Andy Twilley (Regional Minister) challenges us to look at our lives afresh through new eyes. Robin and Anna host the session.

Gaining Ground, Winning Hearts

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 37:58


Do you feel life is daunting? Maybe it all seems too much. Mike Williams (Senior Minister - Reigate Baptist) explores the story of Joshua and shows a way to embrace boldness and confidence. Ian and Phil host the session.,

Is there a better way to disagree? (Black and White Thinking #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 31:22


Martin concludes this excellent and challenging series. Richard and Angie host the session.

Do strong opinions make us weaker people? (B

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 40:50


Anna and Jen are our presenters as Martin brings us the third in our sermon series on Black and White thinking, When Certainty Becomes an Idol: How Black-and-White Thinking Shrinks Your Soul” What if being certain is actually holding you back? We live in a world that rewards strong opinions and clear sides—but black-and-white thinking often leaves us divided, defensive, and exhausted. In this talk, we explore why certainty feels so powerful, how it shapes our personalities, and why the Bible challenges our obsession with being right. Using 1 Corinthians 13, this message shows that much of what we're confident about now is partial and temporary—and points us toward a better foundation for life and faith. Whether you're exploring Christianity or rethinking it, this talk invites you to ask a deeper question: what are you really building your life on?

Does difference have to lead to division (B

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 17:15


Why do differences among Christians so often lead to division? In this interview for the Churches for Horley Joint Service, Rev Osoba Otaigbe (WEAVE) explores a gospel-shaped approach to Christian unity—one that holds truth, conviction, and love together without collapsing into compromise or conflict. A thoughtful conversation for anyone wrestling with disagreement, unity, and what it really means to follow Jesus in a divided world. This podcast can be found on YouTube with subtitles: search 'Horley Baptist Church'

Us vs Them: Why We Divide (And How Jesus Breaks Down the Walls) B

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 32:45


Why does it seem the church is divided and what do we do when we disagree? Do we have to agree on absolutely everything to be united? Martin shows us a way forward so we can better live in unity. This is a really challenging talk: if you've got any questions or comments we'd love to hear from you: gotquestions@horleybaptist.org.uk and you can catch the rest of the series on YouTube or any podcast provider.

Why We Love Simple Answers (And Why Jesus Pushes Back)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 32:20


We live in an age of instant opinions, outrage reactions, and snap judgments. Social media rewards certainty, mockery, and tribal loyalty. Black-and-white thinking becomes a coping mechanism — a way to feel in control in an anxious world. Jesus calls out oversimplification, hypocrisy, and snap judgments. Join Martin as he shares a message that can't fail to challenge. Sue and Stu host the session and share their thoughts.

Wonderful to meet you (Small Wonder #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2025 22:00


The last in our Small Wonder series. Catch the whole series here as a podcast or on YouTube and marvel again - or for the first time - at the amazing impact of Christmas on our lives. Helen and Neil are hosts for the morning,

Wonderful to meet you (Small Wonder #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2025 22:00


The last in our Small Wonder series. Catch the whole series here as a podcast or on YouTube and marvel again - or for the first time - at the amazing impact of Christmas on our lives. Helen and Neil are hosts for the morning,

Wonderful Work (Small Wonder #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 31:33


'It ain't what you do it's the way that you do it'. Maybe there was some truth in the Banarama song. Join Dazz and Angie as they discuss a talk that challenges the way we do everything!

Wonderful News (Small wonder #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 30:20


Jesus was tiny: a wee baby! Yet He was described as 'Wonderful Counsellor'. God began His greatest work through a small beginning: Martin suggests that He may want to work in us through the small beginnings in our lives. Join Richard and Anna as they ponder the message.

Wonderful News (Small wonder #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 30:20


Jesus was tiny: a wee baby! Yet He was described as 'Wonderful Counsellor'. God began His greatest work through a small beginning: Martin suggests that He may want to work in us through the small beginnings in our lives. Join Richard and Anna as they ponder the message.

Wonderful Plan (Small Wonder #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 33:31


This Christmas we give thanks to the one whose wonderful plan answers the hopes and fears we all have. And here's the amazing thing – we're part of that plan! Dave brings the message, and Phil and Neil are our hosts.

Wonderful Plan (Small Wonder #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 33:31


This Christmas we give thanks to the one whose wonderful plan answers the hopes and fears we all have. And here's the amazing thing – we're part of that plan! Dave brings the message, and Phil and Neil are our hosts.

Interview with Leon - The Author of 'No Greater Story'

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 27:15


In this episode we round off our No Greater Story teaching series by interviewing Leon Evans. Leon is pastor of Life Central, an Elim church in Halesowen, is on the board of Spring Harvest, and wrote 2025's teaching for Spring Harvest, which is the book on which this series is based. In this interview Martin asks Leon why he wrote this book, what inspired him, and how God has spoken to him through the process.

Interview with Leon - The Author of 'No Greater Story'

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 27:15


In this episode we round off our No Greater Story teaching series by interviewing Leon Evans. Leon is pastor of Life Central, an Elim church in Halesowen, is on the board of Spring Harvest, and wrote 2025's teaching for Spring Harvest, which is the book on which this series is based. In this interview Martin asks Leon why he wrote this book, what inspired him, and how God has spoken to him through the process.

Interview with Leon - The Author of 'No Greater Story'

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 27:15


In this episode we round off our No Greater Story teaching series by interviewing Leon Evans. Leon is pastor of Life Central, an Elim church in Halesowen, is on the board of Spring Harvest, and wrote 2025's teaching for Spring Harvest, which is the book on which this series is based. In this interview Martin asks Leon why he wrote this book, what inspired him, and how God has spoken to him through the process.

Perfector: God at the End (NGS #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 32:15


Martin concludes this excellent series, and Jen and Stu are our hosts for the session.

Perfector - God at the End - No Greator Story #4

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 31:47


This is the final part of our latest series. Our hosts today are Jan and Stuart.

Perfector: God at the End (NGS #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 32:15


Martin concludes this excellent series, and Jen and Stu are our hosts for the session.

Redeemer - God in middle - No Greater Story #3

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 31:50


Redeemer - God in middle - No Greater Story #3

Redeemer - God in the Middle - No Greater Story #3

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 31:52


Anna and Helen are our presenters as Phil brings us the third in our sermon series Redeemer - God in the Middle.

Redeemer - God in the Middle - No Greater Story #3

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 31:52


Anna and Helen are our presenters as Phil brings us the third in our sermon series Redeemer - God in the Middle.

Redeemer - God in the Middle - No Greater Story #3

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 31:52


Anna and Helen are our presenters as Phil brings us the third in our sermon series Redeemer - God in the Middle.

Creator God at the Beginning - No Greater story #2

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 28:20


Creator God at the Beginning - No Greater story #2

Creator - God at the Beginning - No Greater Story #2

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 28:25


Sue and Neil are our presenters as Martin brings us the second in our sermon series No Greater Story. Join us as we talk through Isiah 40, and how we need to look up, look in, and look out.

Creator - God at the Beginning - No Greater Story #2

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 28:25


Sue and Neil are our presenters as Martin brings us the second in our sermon series No Greater Story. Join us as we talk through Isiah 40, and how we need to look up, look in, and look out.

Creator - God at the Beginning - No Greater Story #2

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 28:25


Sue and Neil are our presenters as Martin brings us the second in our sermon series No Greater Story. Join us as we talk through Isiah 40, and how we need to look up, look in, and look out.

Faith vs Science? BONUS EPISODE

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 33:10


As a followup to part 2 of our sermon series, No Greater Story, Martin chats to Stuart Hooper about faith and science, and asks the question, are they in conflict or are they complimentary?

science stuart hooper
BONUS EPISODE - Faith vs Science?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 33:10


As a followup to part 2 of our sermon series, No Greater Story, Martin chats to Stuart Hooper about faith and science, and asks the question, are they in conflict or are they complimentary?

science stuart hooper
When stories collide (No Greater Story #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 32:32


Martin starts this series looking at Isaiah's story, when his personal crisis collided with a divine encounter – and everything changed. By looking at how Isaiah reacts maybe we can find practical to being to make sense of life and faith. Stuart and Richard host the session.

When stories collide (No Greater Story #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 32:32


Martin starts this series looking at Isaiah's story, when his personal crisis collided with a divine encounter – and everything changed. By looking at how Isaiah reacts maybe we can find practical to being to make sense of life and faith. Stuart and Richard host the session.

An enjoyable invitation (open invitation #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 33:28


Why are we sometimes nervous of inviting people to church? How do we feel if we're the inviter.. or if we're the invitee? David suggests that if we concentrate on the Host of the party then it's all a bit more straightdforward. Jen and Angie are hosts for the morning.

An enjoyable invitation (open invitation #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 33:28


Why are we sometimes nervous of inviting people to church? How do we feel if we're the inviter.. or if we're the invitee? David suggests that if we concentrate on the Host of the party then it's all a bit more straightdforward. Jen and Angie are hosts for the morning.

A Good Invitation (Open Invitation #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2025 32:57


What makes a 'good' invitation? It's all very well inviting people but are there things we could do to make it more effective? And Martin brings new insight to what does 'let your light shine' mean... It's a good listen, and Robin and Martin are your hosts.

"Come and See"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 42:54


Three words can change lives. Be reminded that it was perhaps once you who were invited by someone to "Come and see" Jesus. Be challenged to be the catalyst for someone else and invite them to come and see too. Join Phil and Sue as hosts and listen to today's message from Helen as she launches our brand new series.

"Come and See"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 42:54


Three words can change lives. Be reminded that it was perhaps once you who were invited by someone to "Come and see" Jesus. Be challenged to be the catalyst for someone else and invite them to come and see too. Join Phil and Sue as hosts and listen to today's message from Helen as she launches our brand new series.

Open Hands — Giving as a Way of Life (Holy Habits #5)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 35:03


What if giving is something that can change your life for the good?? What if it becomes a habit? Martin gives us his thoughts and inights, and Sue and Richard are our hosts for the morning. Catch the whole Holy Habits series as podcasts or on YouTube: search horleybaptist

Open Hands — Giving as a Way of Life (Holy Habits #5)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 35:03


What if giving is something that can change your life for the good?? What if it becomes a habit? Martin gives us his thoughts and inights, and Sue and Richard are our hosts for the morning. Catch the whole Holy Habits series as podcasts or on YouTube: search horleybaptist

Don't go it alone - Growing through Community (Holy Habits #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 31:45


Maybe you're an introverted person - maybe you're completely the opposite - but we're all better off in Community. Dazz shares some great insights and ideas for everyone (introvert or not!) about how to journey alongside others as followers of Jesus. It's a practical and challenging listen! Neil and Angie are hosts for the session.

Don't go it alone - Growing through Community (Holy Habits #4)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 31:45


Maybe you're an introverted person - maybe you're completely the opposite - but we're all better off in Community. Dazz shares some great insights and ideas for everyone (introvert or not!) about how to journey alongside others as followers of Jesus. It's a practical and challenging listen! Neil and Angie are hosts for the session.

Just Breathe - Praying like Jesus did (Holy Habits #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 48:06


In a world of stress and speed, prayer can feel hard. But what if it could become the most natural part of your day? Listen up for some top tips and encouragement to help develop your relationship with God - and your life. Robin and Anna host our morning and Martin is speaking.

Make Space - resting and recharging with God. (Holy Habits #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 37:15


Sabbath sounds an old fashioned concept, but Martin suggests that taking time to rest and recharge can enrich and deepen our relationship with God and help us to a more fulfilling life day to day. Jen and Stu are hosts. You can catch the previous two talks in this series as podcasts or via YouTube: search 'Horley Baptist'.

Just Breathe - Praying like Jesus did (Holy Habits #2)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 48:06


In a world of stress and speed, prayer can feel hard. But what if it could become the most natural part of your day? Listen up for some top tips and encouragement to help develop your relationship with God - and your life. Robin and Anna host our morning and Martin is speaking.

Make Space - resting and recharging with God. (Holy Habits #3)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 37:15


Sabbath sounds an old fashioned concept, but Martin suggests that taking time to rest and recharge can enrich and deepen our relationship with God and help us to a more fulfilling life day to day. Jen and Stu are hosts. You can catch the previous two talks in this series as podcasts or via YouTube: search 'Horley Baptist'.

Listen Up - hearing God through Scripture (Holy Habits #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 49:59


The Bible - what is it? Why bother to read it? Neil is really practical in todays message about getting into the habit: it's a habit that could literally change your life.

Listen Up - hearing God through Scripture (Holy Habits #1)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 49:59


The Bible - what is it? Why bother to read it? Neil is really practical in todays message about getting into the habit: it's a habit that could literally change your life.

The Invisible Battle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 33:33


Spiritual Warfare: sounds a bit scary?? Join us as Martin unpacks (in a very understandable way!) what it's all about and how, when the pressure builds, we can stand firm. Dazz and Angie are your hosts and share their thoughts, understanding and tips!

The Invisible Battle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 33:33


Spiritual Warfare: sounds a bit scary?? Join us as Martin unpacks (in a very understandable way!) what it's all about and how, when the pressure builds, we can stand firm. Dazz and Angie are your hosts and share their thoughts, understanding and tips!

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