The Bible Matters Podcast

In this episode we sat down with Rico Tice once again, this time to speak about a talk he gave at Christmas. We spoke to him about how to make the most of Christmas as a time for evangelism, as well how evangelists can improve.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In this episode we feature a talk by Rico Tice on Luke 2:1-12 which was given at Christmas time. It's a talk concerning the offer of life that comes at Christmas, and on the next episode we'll be talking to Rico more about giving evangelistic talks at Christmas.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In this episode we spoke to Rico Tice. Rico is the creator of the Christianity Explored course, as well as the author of numerous books. We spoke to Rico about what he understands his role as an evangelist to be and how its informed by the Bible, as well as getting insights into his method of evangelistic preaching, with particular reference to a talk he gave on Luke 16 which you can listen to on our channel.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In this episode we feature a talk on Luke 16:19-31 by evangelist Rico Tice. It's a talk which concerns the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, and in it, Rico warns people who do not yet know Jesus about the dangers of meeting God as an unforgiven person, even when they enjoyed many blessings in this life. On the following episode, we'll be speaking to Rico more about this talk and asking him more about his work as an evangelist.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

This episode was the second recorded with a live studio audience. Tiff and Leo sat down once again with three Christians in three different forms of employment to discuss with them the challenges and opportunities that being a Christian in their workplace presents to them.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

In this episode we feature the fourth and final talk in the series. The talk continues to consider how the work of God influences the work of Christians, and how we can best use our lives for Jesus' Kingdom as a result.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

Today's episode was recorded with a live studio audience. Tiff and Leo sat down with three Christians in three different sorts of work across the world to discuss how they seek to make Jesus known in their cities and in their offices.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

Today we feature the third talk in William Taylor's series, The Gospel at Work. This talk concerns the work of God, and how being a Christian actively changes how we should see our work, and what we should consider our work to be.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In today's episode, we spoke to William Taylor about work. William is the author of Revolutionary Work, and has been teaching on the Biblical Theology of work within London's financial district for three decades. We spoke about how he has formed his understanding of work from the entirety of the Bible, as well as how the Bible's teaching should shape how we see our jobs and how we conduct ourselves among our colleagues.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk by William Taylor titled 'Work is Grim'. It is the second talk in a series William preached on Work. On the following episode of the podcast, we'll be talking to William more about his work on the subject. The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk titled 'Work is Good' by William Taylor. It is the first talk in a series we'll be featuring on the podcast over the next few weeks.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode we sat down with James Hely Hutchinson, the principal of the Brussels Bible Institute. We asked James about his recent work on the Psalms, in particular reference to his latest book Answering the Psalmist's Perplexity. We talked as well about his work in leading the Brussels Bible Institute and how he sees the work of his seminary equipping the wider body of Christ.  Find out more about the work of the IBB here. 

In this episode we feature a talk by James Hely Hutchinson on the whole book of The Psalms. James helps his listeners understand how The Psalms works as a coherent book and how we can understand its overarching narrative. On Friday's episode we'll be speaking to James more about his work on The Psalms, as well as his work as the principal of the Brussels Bible Institute.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Today we continued our conversation with Campbell and Audrey Patterson concerning Bible studies. Campbell and Audrey run the small-group ministry at All Souls Langham Place in London and in this episode shared stories of how they've seen Bible studies equip and strengthen those who partake in them. The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk given by Gwilym Davies on John 5:18-47 concerning the authority of scripture. It was part of a series Gwilym gave on the doctrine of the word of God in John's Gospel, and you can listen to the whole series here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode, we sat down with Campbell and Audrey Patterson to discuss Bible studies. Campbell and Audrey run the small-group ministry at All Souls Langham Place in London and believe that small group Bible studies are one of the most effective ways of equipping the saints for the work of ministry. In addition to this, we discussed recent studies they've led on 1 Corinthians 15.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk given by Gwilym Davies on John 1:1-18 concerning the necessity of scripture. It was part of a series Gwilym gave on the doctrine of the word of God in John's Gospel, and you can listen to the whole series here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode, we sat down once again with William Taylor and Tim Sheppard to discuss 1 Timothy 3 and the subject of Christian leadership. We referred specifically to a talk Tim had given on 1 Timothy 3 which you can listen to on our channel.  You can listen to the whole of this teaching series here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk on 1 Timothy 3:1-13 given by Tim Sheppard. The passage concerns the characteristics and attributes required for a leader in God's church. On the next episode of the Bible Matters podcast we'll be speaking to Tim more about his work on this passage, as well as on the theme Christian leadership. You can listen to the whole of this teaching series here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode, we speak to William Taylor and Tim Sheppard of St Helen's Bishopsgate about their recent work in the book of 1 Timothy. In Particular, we spoke to them about a talk William had given in 1 Timothy 2:8-15 concerning men and women's different but complementary roles within the church. We asked William about how he understands this passage and how he implements it within the church he serves, as well as why God's design for men and women is good.  You can listen to the whole of their teaching series  here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Timothy 2:8-15. The passage concerns men and women reflecting their different, God given roles within the church, and the talk reflects on how we're to understand it and implement it today. We'll be talking to William further about this talk on the next episode of the podcast.  If you want to listen to the whole of William's series, you can do so here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we sit down with Mārtiņš Martinson, pastor at Pārdaugava Reformed Church in Riga, Latvia. We spoke to Mārtiņš about his story of coming to know Jesus in Soviet country, and how he now seeks to hold out the Gospel to those around him in Riga.  More details on Mārtiņš's work can be found here. The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk from Dick Lucas given in 1975 on Matthew 28:16-20. Dick considers the commission given to all disciples to go and make disciples of all nations.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we continued our conversation with David Jackman, Bible teacher, author and founder of the Cornhill Training Course. We spoke to David about a talk he gave in 2 Corinthians 12-13, and particularly Paul's description of the thorn in flesh. We talked about how Christians are to deal with their own weaknesses and the manner in which they lead us to relying on God's strength.  You can listen to David's series on 2 Corinthians here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode, we feature a talk given by David Jackman on 2 Corinthians 12-13:14. It's a talk on the famous passages of Paul's vision of heaven as well as the thorn in his flesh and God giving him strength amidst his weakness. David reflects on what Christians can learn from this and what to expect from the life of ministry.  You can listen to the full series David preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we spoke to David Jackman, Bible teacher, author and founder of the Cornhill Training Course. We spoke to David about the expository ministry he has been involved with across five decades, as well as a recent series he preached in the book of 2 Corinthians.  You can listen to David's series on 2 Corinthians here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode, we feature a talk given by David Jackman on 2 Corinthians 1:1-2:13. It's a talk which gives an overview of the book, as well as dwelling on the theme of the weakness of the Christian and the power of God. On the next episode, we'll speak to David more about this talk, as well as about his ministry and 2 Corinthians in general. You can listen to the full series David preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we spoke to Gwilym Davies once again about his talk series in the book of Hebrews. In particular, we talked about Hebrews 12 with reference to a recent sermon Gwilym had preached on it, as well as Gwilym's book titled 'Application' concerning how to apply the Bible well.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk by Gwilym Davies on Hebrews 12:1-29. It was the final talk Gwilym preached in this series on Hebrews and focussed on the exhortation for the reader to finish running the race. On Friday we'll be chatting to Gwilym more about this and about how to accurately apply the Bible.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we sit down with Gwilym Davies. Gwilym is a tutor on the Cornhill Training Course in London and recently preached a series on the book of Hebrews. We spoke to Gwilym about his study of the whole book, and in particular about a talk he gave on Hebrews 2-3 which you can listen to on our channel. In addition we spoke to Gwilym about falling away from the faith and how the book of Hebrews acts as a remedy to Christians tempted to give up.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

In today's episode we feature a talk by Gwilym Davies on Hebrews 2:5-3:6. It's a talk which concerns Jesus' descent to the world in order to be made like his brothers so that he could make them like him. We will be discussing this talk with Gwilym, along with wider themes in the book of Hebrews, on Friday's episode.  You can listen to the full series Gwilym preached here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we spoke to Peter Muturi who works with iServe Africa to train apprentices to handle the Bible well and teach the word of God effectively. We spoke to Peter about contending for the Gospel in a country where the false teaching of the prosperity Gospel is rampant, as well as his testimony in coming to believe in the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.  You can learn more about the work of iServe Africa here.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

In this episode we continued our conversation with David Helm, senior pastor of Christ Church Chicago and founder of the Charles Simeon Trust. David recently preached a series on Matthew's Gospel at his church, and we sat down with him to talk to him more about his work on Matthew 21, as well as the story of how he started the Charles Simeon Trust and trains people to preach expositionally.  You can listen to the whole of David's series on Matthew here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

In this episode we feature a talk by David Helm on Matthew 21:33-46 which is Matthew's account of Jesus' parable of the tenants in the vineyard. The talk the work of the Lord and the Lord's judgement on faithless tenants. On Friday's episode, we will discuss this passage with David, as well as his work with the Simeon Trust, and the work the Lord has given us to do.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we spoke to David Helm, senior pastor of Christ Church Chicago and author of a number of books including Expositional Preaching. David recently preached a series on Matthew's Gospel at his church, and we sat down with him to talk to him more about a sermon he preached in Matthew 17:1-13, as well as more generally about expositional preaching.   You can listen to the whole of David's series on Matthew here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

In this episode we feature a talk by David Helm on Matthew 17:1-13 which Matthew's account of the transfiguration of Jesus. The talk concerned the essential need for all people to listen to Jesus. On Friday's episode, we will discuss this passage with David, as well as Matthew's Gospel in general and how to teach Gospel narrative.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

In today's episode, we continued our conversation with Amy Wicks, Bible teacher and Women's minister at St Silas church in Glasgow. We spoke to Amy about a recent series she taught at a conference for women in ministry on 2 Thessalonians. In this episode, we focused particularly on 2 Thessalonians 3 and what it has to say about the nature of Gospel work.  You can listen to all of Amy's 2 Thessalonians talks on the Proclamation Trust website.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.     The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.        To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode we feature a talk by Amy Wicks on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 which she delivered to a conference for women in ministry. The passage concerns the Gospel work all Christians are called to get involved in, and the danger of disorder (Amy's understanding of the word 'idleness') within a church setting. We will speak to Amy more about this talk and other things concerning 2 Thessalonians and her ministry on Friday's episode.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode, we sat down with Amy Wicks, Bible teacher and Women's minister at St Silas church in Glasgow. We spoke to Amy about a recent series she taught at a conference for women in ministry on 2 Thessalonians. In this episode, we focused particularly on 2 Thessalonians 2, a famously tricky passage in the New Testament. In addition we talked about the end of the world and how considering Jesus' return can change Christians' lives now.  You can listen to all of Amy's 2 Thessalonians talks on the Proclamation Trust website.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

In this episode we feature a talk by Amy Wicks on 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 which she delivered to a conference for women in ministry. The passage concerns the end of the world and contains difficult ideas such as the future rebellion and the man of lawlessness. We will speak to Amy more about this talk and other things concerning 2 Thessalonians and her ministry on Friday's episode.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode we sat down with Carl Porter. Carl came to know the Lord Jesus ten years ago, and since then has held a deep conviction of reaching his friends, family and colleagues with the Gospel. We spoke to Carl about the ways he's sought to do this, the disciplines which enable him to do this effectively, as well as how he believes all Christians should see their workplaces as a key mission-field in their evangelism.   If you'd like to contact Carl about any matters raised in this episode, he's happy to be emailed at carlporter127@yahoo.co.uk  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

Today we continued our conversation with William Taylor about his recent work in 1 Thessalonians. We asked him particularly about a sermon he preached in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, and about how Christians are to understand the return of Jesus Christ.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

In this episode, we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 concerning the return of Jesus Christ and the reality for Christians who die ahead of Jesus' return. We will speak to William more about this talk on the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode, we sat down with William Taylor, Rector of St Helen's Bishopsgate in London, to discuss his recent work on 1 Thessalonians. We spoke to him in particular about 1 Thessalonians 2 and the marks of an authentic Gospel ministry, as well as the decline in Gospel work in mainline denominations.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.    The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.       To contact us, email office@biblematters.org     

In this episode, we feature a talk by William Taylor on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 concerning the marks of authentic Gospel ministry. We will speak to William more about this talk on the next episode of The Bible Matters Podcast.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

Season 2 is coming out next week! We're really excited to share it with you.  The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In the final episode of this series, we speak to George Diwakar about a sermon he preached on Acts 19. We talked to George about apologetics, and how the Bible acts an apologetic for itself, as well as more widely about the book of Acts, its structure and its purpose. We were also joined by William Taylor and Tim Sheppard who contributed to the same teaching series on the book of Acts.   In this episode we feature a talk from George Diwakar, curate at St Helen's Bishopsgate on Acts 19:21-41. The talk explores the shallow nature of opposition to the Gospel and the underlying motives of those who would attack the kingdom of Jesus Christ. On Friday's episode, we'll be speaking to George more about this talk, and will be joined by pastors William Taylor and Tim Sheppard who also contributed to this series.   You can listen to the entire series on the book Acts here.   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org        

In this episode we feature a talk from George Diwakar, curate at St The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode, we sat down again with Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. We continued our conversation with Denesh concerning the book of Judges, and particularly the story of Gideon in Judges 6. Additionally, we asked Denesh about how to make talks simple and memorable, as well as the theme of God's faithfulness to an unfaithful people.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In this episode, we feature a talk on Judges 6:1-40 by Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. This talk concerns God's faithfulness to his people, despite their repeated failings and faithlessness in him; a message that is as true and relevant for Christians today as it was for ancient Israel. In the next episode of the Bible Matters podcast, we'll sit down with Denesh to discuss the book of Judges, as well as the topics and themes of this talk.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org    

In today's episode, we sat down with Denesh Divyanathan, senior pastor of The Crossing church in Singapore. Denesh recently preached a series of sermons in the book of Judges, and so we spoke to him about the first talk in that series of Judges 1, as well as the book in general. We asked him about preaching Old Testament narratives, as well as the theme of compromise in the Christian life.   You can learn more about The Crossing church on their website here: https://thecrossing.com.sg/   The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project here.   The music for today's episode was written and produced by Leo Elbourne and Josh Stidwill. Listen to more of Josh's work here.      To contact us, email office@biblematters.org