HTB: Focus 2015 (audio)

Faith Questions in Bereavement. Seminar 2 of 2 accompanying the launch of The Bereavement Journey course. Yvonne Richmond Tulloch talks about the spiritual issues that people face in bereavement and how we can help.  

Many of us carry big questions about how our faith fits in with the world around us. This is a Q&A led session with our panel of apologists, offering space to discuss those challenging questions and to be encouraged in the confidence we can have in our faith.

Faith Questions in Bereavement. Seminar 2 of 2 accompanying the launch of The Bereavement Journey course. Yvonne Richmond Tulloch talks about the spiritual issues that people face in bereavement and how we can help.  

Many of us carry big questions about how our faith fits in with the world around us. This is a Q&A led session with our panel of apologists, offering space to discuss those challenging questions and to be encouraged in the confidence we can have in our faith.

How can we stay closely connected and fully committed as a couple in the midst of busy, pressured lives? How can our partnership in marriage be a witness to the love of God and the hope we have in Christ? Steve and Mandy have been married for 16 years and run The Marriage Course at St Peter’s Brighton.

How can we stay closely connected and fully committed as a couple in the midst of busy, pressured lives? How can our partnership in marriage be a witness to the love of God and the hope we have in Christ? Steve and Mandy have been married for 16 years and run The Marriage Course at St Peter’s Brighton.

Like Gideon, you might retreat to a cave because of social Medianites surrounding you. But do you CaveIn or CaveOut? It is time to win back confidence. 

Secular historians accept that a carpenter from Nazareth named Jesus (called the Christ) did exist and was crucified. This session explores the historical case for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, through the eyes of a sceptical former lawyer.

Like Gideon, you might retreat to a cave because of social Medianites surrounding you. But do you CaveIn or CaveOut? It is time to win back confidence. 

Secular historians accept that a carpenter from Nazareth named Jesus (called the Christ) did exist and was crucified. This session explores the historical case for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, through the eyes of a sceptical former lawyer.

The heresy known as Marcionism is based on the belief that the character and teachings of Jesus do not fit with the God of the Old Testament. If wrath, anger, and ruthlessness are evident in the actions of God in the Old Testament, surely this God cannot be the same as Jesus, who lived and spoke of love, kindness and mercy? This session uncovers why we need the Old Testament, and how the whole Bible reveals the same God to us.  

The heresy known as Marcionism is based on the belief that the character and teachings of Jesus do not fit with the God of the Old Testament. If wrath, anger, and ruthlessness are evident in the actions of God in the Old Testament, surely this God cannot be the same as Jesus, who lived and spoke of love, kindness and mercy? This session uncovers why we need the Old Testament, and how the whole Bible reveals the same God to us.  

In the Old Testament God commanded various wars. In some of these he appears to have condoned the wiping out of entire groups of people. Is God genocidal? In this session we look at how we can understand war in the Old Testament.

Some follow. Some reject. Some can’t decide. If the gospel is good news, why are so many put off? Jesus claims to be the only way to the Father and in the process becomes a hindrance to so many who might otherwise want to know God. Our multi-faith pluralistic world demands less exclusivity, so how do we respond?  

In the Old Testament God commanded various wars. In some of these he appears to have condoned the wiping out of entire groups of people. Is God genocidal? In this session we look at how we can understand war in the Old Testament.

The Internet is a wonderful and powerful tool that is changing the way we learn, but how do we ensure that this virtual world is safe for our children? Paul Lufkin, Headteacher of Wimbledon Park Primary School in London and a parent of four children aged 14–22, shares some strategies for protecting your family online.  

Some follow. Some reject. Some can’t decide. If the gospel is good news, why are so many put off? Jesus claims to be the only way to the Father and in the process becomes a hindrance to so many who might otherwise want to know God. Our multi-faith pluralistic world demands less exclusivity, so how do we respond?  

The Internet is a wonderful and powerful tool that is changing the way we learn, but how do we ensure that this virtual world is safe for our children? Paul Lufkin, Headteacher of Wimbledon Park Primary School in London and a parent of four children aged 14–22, shares some strategies for protecting your family online.  

The problem of suffering is one of the most intimidating objections a non-Christian can raise. This session looks at how suffering can open up gospel-directed conversations rather than shut them down.  

The problem of suffering is one of the most intimidating objections a non-Christian can raise. This session looks at how suffering can open up gospel-directed conversations rather than shut them down.  

Jon and Susanna highlight issues mothers and fathers face when they become new parents. They explore how parents navigate this new season of life, with the highs and lows that come with caring for very young children.  

When God looked down on from heaven and made women, what on earth was he thinking? This session not only explores our God-given identity, but also our kingdom commission to make a difference in the world around us. We’re influential women; are we ready?  

Jon and Susanna highlight issues mothers and fathers face when they become new parents. They explore how parents navigate this new season of life, with the highs and lows that come with caring for very young children.  

When God looked down on from heaven and made women, what on earth was he thinking? This session not only explores our God-given identity, but also our kingdom commission to make a difference in the world around us. We’re influential women; are we ready?  

Sometimes when we pray, nothing appears to change. The Bible tells us that God hears our prayers and loves to answer them, so why does he sometimes seem to be silent? In this session, we look at how we can understand the times of silence, and keep hoping when God doesn’t intervene.

If not what does it say? Radical Islam is presenting unprecedented challenges and confusion. How can Christians respond and what does the future hold?

Sometimes when we pray, nothing appears to change. The Bible tells us that God hears our prayers and loves to answer them, so why does he sometimes seem to be silent? In this session, we look at how we can understand the times of silence, and keep hoping when God doesn’t intervene.

Jane Williams reflects on God’s purpose for the family. Listen to stories from those who have sought to live this out practically through adoption, fostering, crisis lodging and in other ways. Network and pray with those who share a desire to see God’s kingdom come through a radical way of being family.  

If not what does it say? Radical Islam is presenting unprecedented challenges and confusion. How can Christians respond and what does the future hold?

Jane Williams reflects on God’s purpose for the family. Listen to stories from those who have sought to live this out practically through adoption, fostering, crisis lodging and in other ways. Network and pray with those who share a desire to see God’s kingdom come through a radical way of being family.  

The Focus 2015 Family Drama was all about the Story of Esther. Find out the whole story today.