TalkBack: Identity

Who am I? Do I see myself purely in terms of what I do, or how I compare with others? How can we be secure without the things that most people in the world need to define them? The issue of identity is relevant to all ages and stages in life. Understanding this from a Christian perspective will help us at the peak of our working potential, facing retirement, feeling useless or feeling needed. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy Here is the link to the presentation used (opens in new window) Please do add your comments and questions

Colossians 2:1 to 5 - United in Love

Paul's committed to working hard in ministry for all the churches he has connections with. He wants the church he serves to be encouraged in heart, united in love, and in the full riches of understanding of knowing Christ. He's encouraged with their progress and how firm their faith in Christ is. To listen to Colin Strudwick preaching from Colossians 2:1 to 5 23 at Christ Church on Sunday morning 24th February 2013 use the link below. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

Ezekiel 16 - an unfaithful city

Sometimes we need shocking pictures to help us realise the seriousness of sin and the wonder of grace. Ezekiel 16 paints the picture of rescue rebellion, retribution and restoration using the analogy of an unfaithful wife. To listen to Mark Ventham preaching from Ezekiel chapter 16 at Christ Church on Sunday evening 17th February 2013 use the link below. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

Colossians 1:24 to 29 - A mystery now revealed

Paul rejoices to serve the body of Christ as he serves Christ even though this involves great suffering. In this he identifies with the sufferings of Christ. The goal of his service and suffering is to tell many people about Jesus, about the mystery now revealed - that through the gospel, Christ now lives in them by the Holy Spirit. So Paul works with the energy of Christ. We need a clear view on the gospel – a revelation leading to a personal relationship with God through Christ. We need to work hard at telling the gospel – to ourselves and the world. And we need to realise being a servant of Christ always involves some suffering. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

Ezekiel 10 & 11 - The Glory Departs but Hope Remains

The vision of the glory and power of God that has been there throughout the visions and words Ezekiel has been given. In these chapters it moves back to centre stage but in a shocking spectacle, the visible presence of God leaves Jerusalem as God rains down judgement. Is there hope for the exiles? To listen to Graham Nicholls preaching from Ezekiel chapters 10 and 11 at Christ Church on Sunday evening 10th February 2013 use the link below. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

God is not limited in time or space

God is not like us - He has always been there and lives forever and his timeless presence is everywhere, equally. He sees all time vividly and he is present everywhere powerfully. To listen to Mark Ventham speaking at our All-Age Service at Christ Church on Sunday morning 10th February 2013 use the link below. Or click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

Ezekiel 8 & 9 - Justice Outpoured

Ezekiel sees a vision of what's going on in Jerusalem and what he sees is appalling: He sees God's idolatrous people even at the centre of worship of the true Lord. We can be unfaithful in the same way and just as foolish. As a consequence, God's judgement is swift and severe. He does judge us, the church to discipline and refine us.

To listen to Mark Ventham preaching from Ezekiel chapter 8 and 9 at Christ Church on Sunday evening 3rd February 2013 use the link below. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy

Colossians 1:15 to 23 - Reconciling all things

Christ is supreme in his person - He is truly God and deserves our praise. He is over all creation - it was made by him and for him. He is also head of the church the people he reconciled to God by his atoning death and victorious resurrection. Is He enough for you?

To listen to Dan Woodfield preaching from Colossians chapter 1:15 to 23 at Christ Church on Sunday morning 3rd February 2013 use the link below. Click here to listen in your own player or save a copy