Finchampstead Baptist Church

Money doesn’t just sit in our bank account; it quietly shapes what we love, fear, and hide. This talk unpacks four “dark sides” of money—ownership, control, deception, and anxiety—and shows the simple but costly practices that break each one. It offers a clear framework for anyone, whether or not they follow Jesus, to identify where money has a grip and how to start becoming genuinely free.

Most of us think we own our money, but Jesus said money can actually own us. This talk explores why the Bible treats money as a rival god and how seeing ourselves as stewards rather than owners is the first step to real financial freedom. It is designed to help both Christians and guests rethink who really has the final say over their wallet and their worries.

Timm leads the final talk in our series on the Holy Spirit, describing the gifts the Holy Spirit gives each and every one of us, not necessarily physically, but mentally and emotionally.

Our biology and culture push us toward impatience, but God calls us to trust that what he’s doing in us is worth the wait.

What do you do when anxiety gets loud and life feels like a storm you cannot control? This talk from the Peace series looks at Mark 4:35–41 and explores how Jesus meets us in fearful moments with presence, power and peace.

What do you do when life feels too heavy to carry? In this message, we look at Elijah in 1 Kings 19 and discover that even faithful people can feel exhausted, afraid, and overwhelmed — and that God meets us there with care, not condemnation. If you have ever felt like you are not ok, this talk is a reminder that you are not alone and that one honest step can be the beginning of healing.

Walk through Matthew 27:32–54 and discover how a Roman execution, a sarcastic sign, and a centurion’s terrified confession reveal Jesus as the true King and Son of God, calling each of us to decide where we stand.

When life feels like it’s spiralling and the view from here is confusing or painful, has Jesus lost control? In this message we follow Jesus from Gethsemane to his trial and discover a bigger perspective: he is still sovereign, even when we’ve lost sight.

What do you do when life feels overwhelming, your prayers seem unanswered, and God feels distant? In this talk we walk with Jesus into Gethsemane – his safe place, his anxiety, his loneliness, his unanswered plea – and discover a God who doesn’t just understand our pain from a distance but has lived it from the inside. This message will help you see that Jesus is vulnerable, relatable and approach...

Many of us dream of financial security and the freedom wealth promises, seeking status, stimulation, security, and sovereignty through material possessions. However, Jesus warns against greed through the parable of the rich fool, who accumulated wealth but ended up completely alone. The pursuit of money can damage our relationships with others and with God, as wealth provides counterfeit versions...

Do you want to be more than a slightly improved version of the old you? Do you want to be the new you - the ‘me’ you were created to be?

If you want to grow - you have to do these 3 things

Small beginings don’t mean small outcomes

We have a natural tendency to be critical toward others because we want others to change for our benefit. So how does Jesus actually address this idea of being critical and judging others? Is it ever healthy? How do you want to be judged?

We all play the comparison game — often without realising it. But what is it costing us? In this message, we explore Solomon’s wisdom on envy, contentment, and how to live with one handful at peace instead of two handfuls of pressure. Watch as we learn how to run our race, fix our focus on Jesus, and rediscover gratitude.

When it comes to relationships, the blame game is a game that no one wins.

Ever find yourself playing games in your relationships — the blame game, the guilt game, or even the silent treatment game? In this message, we explore The Honour Game — a way of living that turns competition into connection. Discover how going first in showing honour changes everything.

Righteous anger isn’t about losing our temper—it’s about loving God and people enough to act with courage and care. In John 2, Jesus channels zeal into cleansing the temple, showing us how to confront lies and injustice with credibility and compassion. Here’s how to speak truth wisely, live it first, and rely on the Holy Spirit.