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Are the spiritual gifts for today? There is a growing debate around cessationism – whether the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit are for the church today. In this session, Andrew Selley and Mike Davies respond to this discussion, weighing up what Scripture shows us about the biblical work of the Holy Spirit. They address the tensions to be held between quenching the Spirit and the excesses found...

Can we separate the song from the source? Does the source of a worship song determine whether we should sing it? In this conversation, Andrew Selley and Mike Davies offer a biblical perspective on the debate around worship music. They illustrate whether believers can sing songs written by artists or movements with questionable theology or practice, and if those songs can compromise our churches. B...

If God is always present, what is the manifest presence of God? Can God increase His presence in our lives? In this conversation, Andrew Selley and Mike Davies explore the manifest presence of God, His Shekinah glory, and whether believers can receive more of the Holy Spirit. With biblical insight, they unpack the difference between God’s omnipresence and His tangible presence among His people, wh...

Is there a right, biblical way to go when you must leave your church? What does it look like to leave a church well? In this honest conversation, Andrew Selley and Jonathan Stanfield unpack how to navigate church transitions with biblical integrity. From recognising healthy church life to addressing disagreement, authority, and conscience, they offer practical wisdom for both leaders and members....

Can we find unity in partnership, even in our differences? What does partnership look like between church leaders who are very different? In this candid conversation, Andrew Selley and Jonathan Stanfield open up about the beauty and cost of partnering across culture, personality, and leadership style. In many ways, partnership is like a marriage, so how do we stay united and avoid getting ‘divorce...

What the Bible says about our reaction to offence, conflict, and disagreement. Hurt is inevitable when we do life together, and how we respond to offence matters. In this session, Mike Davies reminds us that the Bible doesn’t promise we won’t be hurt; it shows us how to process it well. We must acknowledge the real pain caused, whether by misunderstanding or sin, and remember that not every hurt i...

What if the God we think we know isn’t who He really is? We must understand God’s true nature for faith that leads to salvation. Andrew Selley asks us whether our understanding of God is genuinely shaped by Scripture or distorted by wrong beliefs. The Bible warns us that a misrepresentation of God’s love can lead to believing a false gospel and following a different Jesus. By embracing God’s found...

God’s process for finding truth vs the court of public opinion. What does a just, biblical process look like for church leaders accused of wrongdoing? In this session, Andrew Selley is joined by Mike Davies and Nadene Badenhorst to explore the scriptural principles that lead to fair and truthful outcomes. They look at the dangers of modern-day exposés across media channels by unpacking the legal e...

Can we believe all the accusations we see online? How do we navigate the growing wave of accusations against church leaders? In this session, Andrew Selley addresses the confusion surrounding leadership failures, public criticism, and allegations. He calls the church back to biblical process – urging us to respond with righteousness, integrity, and wisdom. As we face these challenges, let us honou...

How can saints and churches remain faithful to God’s ways? How can we guard our churches against drifting from the truth? In this conversation, Andrew Selley and Mike Davies explore how individuals, leaders, churches, and even apostolic movements can slowly move off course, away from God’s will. Using examples from Scripture, church history, and personal reflection, they unpack why repentance, acc...

Are we making room for God to move in our meetings?   In this session, we unpack how to effectively lead a meeting during a move of God, as well as how to lead saints and worship teams, all the while understanding the importance of posturing our hearts before the Lord and shifting gear to where He is ultimately leading.  

Discussing the spiritual realm doesn’t need to be a scary thing.   Believers need to know that, as sons and daughters of Christ, we have authority over the spiritual powers at play. In this session, we dive into whether or not a Christian can be demonised, and how to receive breakthrough in this area.  

What is the gift of tongues, and why should I desire it?   What is the difference between speaking in tongues and bringing a tongue? And is there something wrong with me if I can’t yet speak in tongues? In this session, we discuss this widely debated subject, aiming to bring clarity and peace of mind to those seeking answers on this particular spiritual gift.  

Is it possible to repent of the sins of those who came before us, or is it pointless?  Today, people are not only instructed to acknowledge the sins of those who came before them but also to repent on their behalf publicly. Is it possible to repent of the actions of your forefathers or countrymen, or is it simply a pointless and endless exercise? What is the difference between recognising the...

Is online church real church?   Should we view the rise of the online church as a good thing because many more people can be reached than before, or should we reject it as illegitimate? Going online can be a helpful answer during a time of physical limitation, but is it a long-term solution that will produce healthy New Testament churches?  

Has God commanded us to tithe, and is it still relevant today?   Some say that we must tithe or we will be punished, while others say it was commanded under the Law of Moses and is no longer required. But what does the Bible say? What should be our motivation for tithing, and where should we find guidance on whether we should do it or not? In this session, we unpack tithing, its relevanc...

Should we avoid songs that come from those we disagree with theologically?   When singing worship songs together in church meetings, we must properly assess the focus, content and theology of what is being said about God and what is being said about us. But should we even sing songs that come from churches or groups that we have doctrinal differences with, and at what point do we avoid t...

Easter, Christmas, Lent and Halloween are festivals that many celebrate. Which can we agree to disagree about?   Easter, Christmas, Lent and Halloween are calendar observances that both Christians and non-Christians celebrate. There is, however, disagreement about the problems presented by each of their histories, practices and associations. Which ones can we agree to disagree about, and...

'Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.’ Matthew 5:8 (NIV) Why tolerating sexual sin is satan’s silent strategy to disarm the church.   As believers, we are aware that sexual sin is a compromise and, Biblically, should not be tolerated. Yet, it seems particularly difficult to bring this area into the light and for believers to walk in freedom. In this session, we take a cl...

"Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God." Romans 13:1 (NIV) When the nation's laws are at odds with the commands of God, who do we obey?   The Bible tells us to submit to governing authorities and obey them. But at a certain point, when laws are at odds...

‘But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV) Should church leadership be representative of different groups?   One of the main priorities of our generation is diversity, inclusivity and e...

“I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me.”  John 17:21 (NIV) The importance of unity in diversity.   Serving on a church leadership team is not without its struggles. So many different ideas, views and personalities come into play. In this session, we take...

But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.’ Hebrews 3:13 (NIV) Why accountability is not others meddling in your life.   “Accountability” is one word the world despises, and even the church seems to have grown to oppose it, mainly because it is misunderstood or we have grown overfamiliar with the term, forge...

What is the role of the prophetic in the modern church?  As an apostolic and prophetic movement, we have high regard for the gift of prophecy. With this in mind, we believe that the prophetic is relevant for today, valuable, and necessary for the modern church, and should not be avoided but used correctly.   Andrew Selley recently addressed the issue of prophecy, the role of the pro...

When Christian leaders fall.   Questions have arisen in the church worldwide as it has been revealed that yet another prominent evangelical leader and Christian apologist, Ravi Zacharias, was leading something of a double life with unconfessed sexual sin.   In this session, Andrew and Luke discuss the impact this has had on the church, why this is the case, and what we can lear...