Rev. Dave: From Wensleydale

Do You Know Him? Rev Dave reflects on the absolute supremacy of Christ - What does it mean to know Him? God has lots of children but no grand-children - are we in or out? Do we or don't we? Ps.93, Daniel 7:9-10,13-14, Rev.1:4b-8, John 18:33-37 This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion service at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg on November 24th, 2024. Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upper...

"Coming ... Ready or Not!" - Rev Dave reflects on the warnings given by Jesus and scripture about the 'End Times' and how we are to be ready for 'The Day of the Lord'. Psalm 16, Heb.10v11-25, Mark 13:1-8  This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Benefice Communion service at St Mary and St John's Church in Hardraw on November 17th, 2024. Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch....

Rev Dave reflects on the problems we create for the world when we abandon God. 'We cannot fully know what the future holds but we can know fully the one who holds the future'. Knowing Him changes everything! This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Community Remembrance Service in St Margaret's Church , Hawes, November 10th, 2024. Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠...

'All Saints Day' - Rev Dave reflects on our identity in Christ - the importance of embracing what Jesus has done and made us to be ! The teaching concluded with a time of prayer and anointing with music - perhaps you can use this time to ask the Holy Spirit to minister to you - spend time in thanksgiving for all the ‘saints’ who have shared Jesus with you and consider how you might do the same to...

Bible Sunday - Rev Dave reflects on how important it is that disciples of Jesus Christ read and know God's word. In a world of 'itching ears' we need to know what the Bible actually says in order that we can counteract the lies and false statements. The Bible remains the worlds best selling book and the world's most banned book. There is a reason! This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Commun...

What would You say to the rich mans question? Rev Dave reflects on the Gospel Truth of Salvation - the good news of how to secure Eternal Life - so: ... what would you say? Mark 10:17-31, Hebrews 4:12-end, Amos 5:6-7, 10-15, Psalm 90:1-9, 16-end This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion service at St Margaret's Church in Hawes, October 13th, 2024. Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://uppe...

Christians are meant to be different - The story of Daniel encourages us to avoid the cultural dangers of being 'assimilated through compromise' Rev Dave reflects on how Christians should deal with the cultural pressures we face to do just that. Daniel 6 This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Benefice Communion service at St Oswald's Church in Askrigg, October 6th, 2024. Find out more about u...

Sharing the Gospel using a basket of fruit - why we can always be thankful. How many can you identify? 10 fruits and 1 item of salad! This audio recording was taken at the 3pm Harvest Celebration at St Mary and St John's Church, Hardraw on September 29th, 2024 Matthew 6:25-34 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Uppe...

Who are You Following .. Can anyone tell? The Church of Jesus Christ is under attack - are we aware of it? What are we going to do about it? Rev Dave reflects on why the world opposes the Church and encourages us to seek our instruction and guidance from God and not the World! Wisdom 1:16-2:1,12-22, James 3:13-4.7-8, Mark 9:30-37 This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion service at St...

Rev Dave reflects on the ONE question that every living person needs to answer. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion service at St Mary and St John's Church, Hardraw on September 15th, 2024 Mark 8:27-38, Ps 116:1-8, James 3:1-12 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

'Change is here to stay' - Rev Dave reflects on the idea of Change. How much do we want it? Are we prepared to persevere for God to change things for the better. How much do we want Change with God's name on the top. Isaiah 35:4-7, Psalm 146, James 2:1-10, 14-17, Mark 7:24-end This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion service at St Margaret's Church in Hawes, September...

Rev Dave reflects on Philippians 4 and how St Paul calls us into a spirit of thanksgiving because ... 'The Lord is Near' This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Benefice Family Communion Service 'The Gathering' at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg, August, 2024 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ U...

Rev Dave reflects on Ephesians 3:14-21 and how St Paul is calling us to pray with passion! The world, our nation, our family and our friends need us to be serious about our prayer life and our intercession for them. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg, July 28th, 2024 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ht...

Rev Dave reflects on what it means to move from being an OUTSIDER to God to being part of the family. 'Jesus has moved the Fence' ! This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Mary and St John's Church in Hardraw, July 21st,, 2024 Ephesians 2:11-end, Mark 6:30-34, 53-end Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.co...

Rev Dave reflects on the damage a grudge can have upon our lives and those around us by looking at the account of Herod, Herodias and the beheading of John the Baptist. Psalm 85 and Mark 6:14-29. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St Margaret's Church, Hawes. July 14th, 2024 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.c...

Rev Dave reflects on Psalm 71 and Jeremiah 29 and how they encourage and guide our response as Christians to our new government. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Benefice Communion Service: 'The Gathering' at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg, July 7th, 2024 Psalm 71 & Jeremiah 29:4-7 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/...

Rev Dave reflects on Psalm 92 and what makes us flourish. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Mary and St John's Church in Hardraw, June 16th, 2024 Psalm 92, Mark4:26-34, Ez.17:22-end, 2Cor.5:6-17 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

Rev Dave reflects on what Jesus means by the 'Unforgiveable Sin' This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Margaret's Church, Hawes, June 9th 2024 Mark 3:20ff, Genesis 3:8-15 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

As the General Election approaches, How should Christians approach the campaigning? Rev Dave speaks of the importance of Christians engaging with debate and raising their voices regarding God's manifesto. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Oswald's Church in Askrigg, June 2nd 2024 Jeremiah 29:4-14 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.or...

We need the Fullness of the Trinity to ensure we are balanced and functioning just as the Lord designed us to be. Rev Dave speaks on Trinity Sunday about the importance of 'Experiencing' the Trinity rather than 'Explaining' it. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Oswald's Church in Askrigg, May 26th 2024 Isaiah6:1-8, John3:1-17 Find out more abo...

We all need to receive the Holy Spirit on a daily basis. Rev Dave speaks on the importance of every disciple of Jesus Christ receiving the filling of the Holy Spirit on a regular basis. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Pentecost Celebration Communion Service at St. Margaret's Church in Hawes, May 19th 2024 Acts 2:1-21 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠...

Rev Dave speaks about responding to a world that has lost its reason This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St. Margaret's Church in Hawes, May 12th 2024 Psalm 1, 1 John5:9-13, John17:6-19 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

Rev Dave speaks on why the Resurrection of Jesus matters This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Benefice Communion Service 'The Gathering' at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg. May 5th 2024 1 Cor.15: 1-11f Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

Rev Dave speaks on what it means to 'Abide in Jesus' This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service at St Oswald's Church, Askrigg. April 28th 2024 Acts 8:26-end,1 John4:7-end, John 15:1-8 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/upperwensleydalechurch⁠⁠⁠ Upper Wensleydale Church - CofE

Rev Dave shares thoughts on the power that is in the name of Jesus Christ - Neutrality is not an option. Stand firm - Hold the Line. This audio recording was taken at the 10:30 Communion Service, on April 21st 2024 in St Mary & St John's Church, Hardraw. Acts4:5-12, Ps.23, 1John3:16ff, John10:11-18 Find out more about us: ⁠⁠⁠http://upperwensleydalechurch.org/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com...