Pembury Baptist Church Podcast

Ruth, John, Andrea and Helen read Daniel 5 and Jennifer Roberts continues the Faithful under Fire series, with 'the Writings on the Wall' at Pembury Baptist Church on 23rd August 2026.If you would like to reflect further on this passage, here are a few follow up questions to think about:Do we learn anything about God's character from this chapter?How much do we trust God? How often do we try everything available to us first before going to God, our Father?Daniel lived as a resident stranger in Babylon. Do we as Christians live as resident strangers in our worldly surroundings? What does that look like?What does God's sovereignty mean to you? Do you believe He is in control?How should we respond to God in the light of His sovereignty?

Bev reads Job 33:12-15 and Tricia reads 1 Samuel 3:1-10. Werner Nijman speaks, asking if we are listening when God speaks to us, preached at Pembury Baptist Church on 16th August 2026.Some suggestions to help you discuss;Through which ways does God communicate according to His Word?What is your experience of God speaking directly with you? How can we be sure that it is God speaking to us?Can God speak to us when/if we do not follow Him?Why would God want to speak to us at all?

Caroline, Sue and Rob read Daniel 3 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on God being with us in the fire at Pembury Baptist Church on 9th August 2026.If you would like to think further on this passage and sermon, here are a few questions that might help:1. Nebuchadnezzar insisted people bow down and worship his golden statue. Dan suggests we have bowed down before the god of materialism in our day. What do you think about that - do you agree?2. People were forced to worship the golden statue. God doesn't force us to worship him but looks for us to worship him freely, in Spirit and in truth. How can we choose to do that in everyday life?3. Maybe you or someone you know is facing a difficult time or feeling under pressure right now. Can you take heart from the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego - that God is with you even in the midst of it all?4. Do you have a regular pattern of praying, of coming before God? Something that will help sustain you through moments of pressure?5. God acts powerfully to save Shadrach, Meschach and Abednego - it's a miracle. Can you pray God will move in power? Where could you believe him for a miracle?6. 'Keep your eyes on Him, even in the midst of the fire'. Take a moment to pause and set your heart upon God.

Nichola, Andrea and Ruth read Daniel 2 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks of the Revealer of mysteries at Pembury Baptist Church on 2nd August 2026.If you would like to further reflect on this passage and sermon, here are some questions to reflect on:Have you ever had a dream that has stuck with you? Do you think God was speaking to you? If so, what do you think he was saying?Can you think of a time when you prayed really desperate prayers? When you had no other option? What did you learn through that experience?Maybe you've heard a sermon, a word of prophecy or been prayed for and God really spoke to you through it. How did you respond?The rock described in Nebuchadnezzar's dream (see verses 34-35, 45) represents God's kingdom ‘that endures for ever' (v44). Where would you love to see God's kingdom advance?Think of a friend or family member who really needs to know a real relationship with God, rather than artificial religion. Could you commit to pray for them?

Wanxin reads Daniel 1 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks of being in this world but not of it at the start of the new series, Faithful under Fire at Pembury Baptist Church on 26th July 2026.Further Questions for Reflection:What pressures do you or have you experienced to conform to the world around? What might help you to resist those pressures?Have you ever felt like God has given up on you?Dan mentions sports stars like Saka, Guehi, Eze and Eric Liddell. Are there other people you can think of that inspire you to remain faithful to God while in the world?‘Daniel resolved not to defile himself' (verse 8). Are there potentially costly decisions for God he is calling you to make?Is there a step of faith God is leading you to make? Something that seems risky or even looks foolish?‘To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning' (verse 17). Is there an area of your life where you need wisdom, knowledge and understanding? Could you ask God for help? Can you learn how to receive from him?

Werner preaches after David reads the scriptures. Here are the scriptures and questions for further personal thought:Matthew 5:10-1610 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.Salt and Light13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.1 Peter 4:12–14:“Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice because you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.”Acts 5:40-42, 40 His speech persuaded them. They called the apostles in and had them flogged. Then they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go.41 The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. 42 Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah.QUESTIONSDo we need to prepare for Persecution?If so, how could we do this?Which Bible verse(s) could be an anchor to hold us to Jesus in time of Persecution? Do you have a specific verse that helps you in case of hardship/difficulties?Have you every suffered rejection becaues of your Faith in Christ? Can you share about this?What does it mean to be a "Fragrance of Christ", can you give examples how this could look in day to day living? (2 Cor 2:14-16)

Erine reads Romans 15:1-13 and Pastor Dan Foster closes the Life Together series in Romans, speaking of accepting one another. There are several testimonies at the end of the podcast.Further questions and thoughts that you might find helpful are:Can you think of a ‘neighbour' of yours whom you can encourage and build up?‘Christ became a servant' - what do you think about the idea that we worship a King who is also a servant?‘Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you'. Do you really believe that by God's grace you are accepted by him? Can you think of Christian(s) whom you find it difficult to accept? Does it help to remember that Christ has accepted them?Choose one of the ‘impartations' - from either verses 5-6 or verse 13 of the passage above. Speak it over yourself slowly, repeating it several times. Let it sink in. What is God saying to you through this?

Sue reads Romans 14:13-23 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on keeping 'the main thing' the main thing at Pembury Baptist Church on 5th July 2026. Questions to challenge and give extra thought:‘Let's keep the main thing the main thing.' How might you sum up the core message of the gospel in one sentence?Can you think of a time when you changed your mind on a certain issue? What was it that made you change your mind?Can you see God at work at the moment, either in your own life or in the lives of those around you?How could you encourage and build up others in their faith?‘For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit'. Try to memorise this verse. What does it mean to you?

Ruth reads Romans 14:1-12 and Jon Bentley speaks on loving God and loving people as part of the Life Together series at Pembury Baptist Church on 28th June 2026.

Bev reads Romans 13:8-14, Pastor Dan Foster continues the Life Together series, speaking on loving your neighbour. At the end of the sermon, there are two testimonies, all spoken at Pembury Baptist Church on 21st June 2026.

Debbie reads Romans 13:1-7 and Mark 12:13-17, Pastor Dan Foster continued the Life Together series, speaking on authority in our lives at Pembury Baptist Church on 14th June 2026.

Alison reads Romans 12:9-21 and Pastor Dan Foster continues the Life Together series speaking at Pembury Baptist Church on 7th June 2026.

Colin Burgess reads Romans 12:1-8 and preaches the first in the series 'Life Together', looking at Romans 12 and 13 at Pembury Baptist Church on 31st May 2026.

Andy reads Acts 2:1-21 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on the first Pentecost, the beginning of the church and invites us to open our hearts to the Holy Spirit at Pembury Baptist Church on 24th May 2026. This service includes testimony from Glenn and from Rob.

Bev reads Acts 1:1-14 and Jennifer Roberts speaks of waiting after the ascension of Jesus at Pembury Baptist Church on 17th May 2026. During the sermon, Caroline reads Luke 24:36-43 and later Luke 24:44-49 so it will help to have a Bible open.

Jude reads from Luke 9:10-17 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on how God gives us every day things to be used for the good of others at Pembury Baptist Church on 10th May 2026.

Andrea reads Luke 9:1-9 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on Jesus sending out the disciples and believers to speak out the good news at Pembury Baptist Church on 3rd May 2026.

Wanxin reads from Luke 8:40-56 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on the healing of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood at Pembury Baptist Church on 26th April 2026.

Sally reads from Luke 8:26-39 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks with contributions from Tricia, Patrick, Rob and Jean at Pembury Baptist Church on 19th April 2026. Please note and we make our apologies that the sound is as high as it will go.

Mary reads Luke 8:22-25 and John Baker preaches about the way Jesus made through the storm on the lake on 12th April 2026 at Pembury Baptist Church.

Good Friday opens with John reading John 18:28-40 and is followed by a short talk by Pastor Dan Foster.Easter Sunday follows immediately with Miriam and Aidan reading Matthew 28:1-10, and Pastor Dan Foster giving the amazing resurrection message. Erine gives her testimony before she is baptised.

Sally reads Matthew 21:1-11 and Pastor Dan Foster closes the Lent series on Palm Sunday at Pembury Baptist Church on 29th March 2026, reminding us that our King, our King Jesus, comes to us, to our lives.

Christine reads 1 Chronicles 29:10-20 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on giving prayer and thanksgiving at Pembury Baptist Church on 22nd March 2026.

Jude reads 1 Samuel 2: 1-11 and Jennifer Roberts speaks on Hannah's prayer of thanksgiving and prophecy on Mothering Sunday, 15th March 2026 at Pembury Baptist Church.

Tanya reads Nehemiah 1 and Pastor Dan continues the Lent series on prayer at Pembury Baptist Church on 8th March 2026, this week speaking on praying for the people.

Emily Tyler speaks on Haggai 2:10-23 themed 'From this Day On' at Pembury Baptist Church on 1st March 2026.

Bev reads from Matthew 4:1-11 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on Jesus' time in the wilderness and how we spend time in the wilderness at Pembury Baptist Church on 22nd February 2026.

Fi reads Romans 8:31-39 and Rev. Philip Davis closes the sermon series on Romans 8, 'Our Life in God', speaking on the great love of God on 15th February 2026 at Pembury Baptist Church.

Chris reads Romans 8:18-30 and Pastor Dan Foster continues the Our Life in God series based in Romans 8 at Pembury Baptist Church on 8th February 2026.

Sue reads from Romans 8:12-17 and Pastor Dan Foster continues the 'Our Life in God' sermon series at Pembury Baptist Church on 1st February 2026. Tracy reads her own poem at the end of the service.

Ruth reads Romans 8:1-11 and Pastor Dan Foster begins a new series looking at Our Life in God based in Romans 8, at Pembury Baptist Church on 25th January 2026.

Tanya reads Hebrews 10:19-25 and Naomi Hutchison speaks of approaching God and how we can come right into His presence. Naomi is a poet, writer and speaker and she shared this word at Pembury Baptist Church on 18th January 2026.

Rob reads John 15:26-16:15 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks on how the Holy Spirit of Truth will guide us as we follow Jesus, preaching at Pembury Baptist Church on 11th January 2026.

Caroline reads John 8:31-47 and Pastor Dan Foster explores the Truth that sets us free at Pembury Baptist Church on 4th January 2026.

Ruth reads Hebrews 10:1-18 and Rev. Philip Davis asks how we relate to Jesus, is He God to us or man or something else, at Pembury Baptist Church on 28th December 2025.

Ruth reads from Luke 2:8-20 and John Baker closes the 'And He Will Be Our Peace' Advent series, speaking on the peace of God at Pembury Baptist Church on 21st December 2025.

Tricia reads Isaiah 9:6-7, Sue reads Ephesians 2:14-22 and Pastor Dan Foster continues with the 'And He will be our Peace' Advent series speaking on Christ Himself is our Peace at Pembury Baptist Church on 14th December 2025.

Caroline reads John 14:23-27 and Pastor Dan Foster continues the 'And He will be our Peace' series speaking on how to have a peaceful home, at Pembury Baptist Church on 7th December 2025.

Fi reads from Micah 5:2-5a and Romans 5:1-5 and Pastor Dan Foster begins the Advent series, speaking on Jesus being our peace at Pembury Baptist Church on 30th November 2025.

Debra reads Genesis 35:1-15, Pastor Dan Foster speaks to the church about building an altar and takes testimonies from those present before closing in prayer at Pembury Baptist Church on 23rd November 2025.

Sue reads Psalm 25 and John Baker speaks about the problem with sheep at Pembury Baptist Church on 16th November 2025.

Claire reads from John 15:5-17 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks of there being no greater love at Pembury Baptist Church on Remembrance Sunday, 9th November 2025.

Pastor Dan Foster closes the Finding Our Destiny series about the life of Joseph after Christine reads Genesis 45:1-15 and Tanya reads Genesis 50:15-21 at Pembury Baptist Church on 2nd November 2025.

At Pembury Baptist Church on 26th October 2025, Pam reads Genesis 40 and Jennifer Roberts speaks on Joseph's time in prison.

Bev reads Genesis 39 and Colin Burgess continues looking at the story of Joseph in the Finding Our Destiny series at Pembury Baptist Church on 19/10/25

Debbie, Steve and Andrea read Genesis 37 and Pastor Dan Foster introduces the new series 'Finding Our Destiny', looking into the story of Joseph, what God told him and his relationship with his brothers at Pembury Baptist Church on Sunday 12th October 2025.

Alan reads the final part of 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 and John Baker closes the sermon series, The Hope that We Have on 28th September 2025 at Pembury Baptist Church.

At Pembury Baptist Church on 21st September 2025, Erine reads 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 and Pastor Dan Foster continues through this chapter looking at the hope that we have in Jesus and for the future.

At Pembury Baptist Church on 14th September 2025, Ruth reads 1 Corinthians 15:20-34 and Pastor Dan Foster brings the third sermon in the Hope That We Have series. Rob gives a picture of hope at the end of the sermon.

Pastor Dan Foster continues speaking about the hope that we have in the resurrection of Jesus after Christine reads 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, at Pembury Baptist Church on 7th September 2025.

Tanya reads 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 and Pastor Dan Foster speaks to us of the hope that we have in Jesus, on 31st August 2025 at Pembury Baptist Church.