Bethel Church Blackheath (West Midlands)

In today’s podcast Carole shares her thoughts on masks. Do we present the real me or the one we think people will want to see.

Exploring the meaning of life through the book of Ecclesiastes, when life seems meaningless how do we find meaning within the Christian gospel?

Jesus used the parable of the dishonest manager to show us we should know we rely on a relationship with him not self justification.

With previously used visual aids I reminded us of important truths Jesus taught and we all need to not just listen but do what Jesus says! Visual aids used: pencils, jenga, school crossing patrol ‘lollipop’ sign, hidden treasure, precious pearl and two house builders.

Do you feel disconnected to God or find your relationship with him strained. Maybe this short meeting can open your eyes to the potential pitfalls you may be in, that ultimately lead to a dissatisfactory way of relating to God. Hopefully it also will shine a light on the beginnings of a life giving way of relating to God too!

This message explores the idea that faith is not the absence of doubt, but choosing to trust God despite uncertainty. Drawing on biblical examples like Thomas, who doubted Jesus’ resurrection, it encourages believers to see doubt not as failure, but as an opportunity to grow deeper in relationship with God. The message reminds us that God’s faithfulness is not dependent on our feelings, and that e...

Today Ruth shares a personal testimony relating to the loss of her father in a message titled ‘Looking at the bigger picture’.

The CROSS – What happened next? – Matt 27, Mark 15, Luke 23 & John 19 – Part_3: Take time to look some of the Symbolic Events that accompany the death of Jesus: 8 Women at the cross.  Last at the cross, first at the tomb. 9 Joseph of Arimathea/Nicodemus.  Secret followers step forward when needed. 10 Sealed tomb.  The power was within. Death could not hold Jesus.

Today Anne looks at the story of the Feeding of the 5000. Why did all 4 gospel writers record this story? Did it change their ideas about Jesus? Can Jesus meet your needs today?

Take time to look some of the Symbolic Events that accompany the death of Jesus: 5 Tombs were broken open. Death is defeated. 6 Guards/centurion/thief declare ‘Surely he was the Son of God!’. In dark times what do we see? 7 Bones not broken. Jesus our spotless, Passover lamb.

Take time to look some of the Symbolic Events that accompany the death of Jesus: 1 Darkness over all the land. The Son stopped shining. 2 Jesus cries out & gives up his spirit. Life given, not taken. 3 The temple curtain/veil torn in two. All barriers to God removed. 4 There was an earthquake. Creation shaken, for its Creator. 5 Tombs were broken open. Death is defeated.

This week we have mini messages from Connie, Paul & Becki

Simon shares the story of Peter, someone who messed up big time. But Jesus meets Peter and us right where we are at the point of our greatest need and even though we can’t start over we can, like Peter, start again following Jesus.

Do you believe in Devine intervention. The number seven in scripture is referred to over 700 times and many believe that the number seven indicates Devine intervention Today we take a look at Devine intervention

On Easter Sunday morning Howard & Carole look at 6 further scenes from the scriptures in the post resurrection lives of Jesus & his disciples.

This Good Friday evening, Carole and Howard look at four different scenes in the life of Jesus on his journey to the cross.

In this Palm Sunday message, Jo explores a small passage in Acts 5:12-16. These verses carry profound truth about influence, faith and the legacy we leave behind. Jo examines how the Apostles, empowered by the holy spirit, drew crowds in awe - even to the point where people longed to be touched by Peter’s shadow. In this message, we reflect on how we can also cast Godly shadows of significance.

Some times God asks us to do the strangest things But his ways are not ours. We just need to be obedient to whatever he asks us to do.

On Mother's Day its good to give thanks for our mothers & all they do for us. We must also remember those whose mothers are no longer with us, or who are infirmed, or distant. In the Bible there are 7 special Mothers who gave birth to 7 children of promise - all sons. They were greatly blessed by God because of their children. Yet also there was a price to pay - all suffered in different ways...

Let’s look at the twists and turns in Joseph’s life. See the hidden hand of God behind the scenes, guiding and preparing Joseph for his ultimate purpose.

After the suffering of v1-21 David turns to the Covenant God who fully vindicates him. From a feeling of abandonment David finds a voice of praise. He leads us in a song of praise, faith and gratitude in which he calls the whole world to worship God.

In his early reign David experienced a time of mental and physical attack. He spoke words which Jesus would utter from the Cross. As we read these words we see that they reached their fulfilment at the Cross of Christ.

This morning we have two mini messages, one from Becky who talks about how we can have quality of years through Jesus and the other from Paul who talks about two paths. one that leads you to destruction ad one that leads you to life.

If we want to live our best life and experience blessings we need to trust and obey

Anne discusses 8 spiritual practices that God can use to support healthy growth as we seek to remain in Jesus the true vine. Based on John 15:1-8 With thanks to Hosanna Wong for the original idea.