Centre Church Podcast

Psalm 23 paints a remarkable picture of a God who prepares a table even in the presence of our enemies. But what does this tell us about His care, and what does it mean for the way we live? In this message, Ps Paul brings this familiar passage to life through storytelling, exploring the confidence, provision, and belonging we find in God. As the picture unfolds, we’re invited to look beyond the ta...

Psalm 23 is rich with promises of God's care, guidance, and faithfulness. But how we understand this familiar Psalm begins with something deeply personal: knowing the Shepherd Himself. In this message, Thomas explores the foundation of Psalm 23 and how it shapes our confidence in God's provision, His promises, and the hope of dwelling with Him. We’re reminded that the comfort this Psalm offers flo...

To close our Missions Month, we were joined by guest speaker Paul Wagstaff to hear about the work of Compassion UK and the lives being transformed through child sponsorship. Through stories from Compassion’s work, we were given a glimpse of how compassion can make a lasting difference and how we can each play a part in bringing hope to children around the world.

As part of our Missions Month, we were joined by Kevin from Convoy of Hope for a message exploring what it means to play our part in God’s Kingdom. Through the picture of a Kingdom supply chain, Kevin invites us to consider how God has uniquely created each of us, why comparison can hold us back, and what it looks like to faithfully do what God has entrusted to us.

Ingrid, from Globe Mission, joined us to begin our Missions Month with a timely message about what it means to move beyond simply watching from the sidelines. Drawing from the Great Commission and the story of Elijah, she challenges us to consider how easily we can remain comfortable and silent when God is calling us to step forward. Through Scripture and personal stories, we’re reminded that obed...

What does it mean to trust God when we cannot see how everything will work out? In the final message of our Nehemiah: Rebuild, Restore, Renew series, Paul explores what it looks like to place our confidence in God and remain faithful to His purposes, even when the outcome is uncertain. Please note: Due to technical issues, the first 5–7 minutes of this message were not recorded.

What happens when we don't simply hear God's Word, but allow it to shape the way we live? In this message, Wish explores the response of God's people as they encounter Scripture, challenging us to consider whether God's Word is something we hear from a distance or something that genuinely forms and directs our lives.

When the work God has called us to feels difficult, there will always be voices and circumstances that seek to pull us away from it. In this message, Thomas explores Nehemiah 6 and the challenge of continuing faithfully when opposition comes. We’re reminded that courage isn’t the absence of fear, but choosing to trust God and remain faithful when the outcome is not yet in our hands.

What happens when the work we're building comes at the cost of the people around us? In this message, Robin explores a moment in Nehemiah where a great need demands a response from God's people. We’re reminded that what we build matters, but so does how we treat one another along the way.

Building with God is never accidental—it begins with purpose. In this message, Ruth explores what it means to build intentionally alongside God, moving beyond good intentions to embrace a faith that is purposeful, courageous, and committed to His calling.

What if prayer is about more than bringing our requests to God? In this message, Paul explores how purposeful prayer becomes the foundation for God's work in and through our lives. Looking at the opening chapters of Nehemiah, we're challenged to align our hearts with God's purposes and discover how prayer prepares us to faithfully step into what He is calling us to build.

Bringing our Spirit & Truth series to a close, Wish explores the importance of holding together God's truth and the transforming work of His Spirit. Rather than settling for a faith that is unbalanced or incomplete, we're invited into a life that is firmly rooted in God's Word and continually shaped by His presence.

Understanding Scripture begins with understanding its context. In this message, Paul returns to Jesus' words in John 4, exploring how the surrounding context enriches our understanding and deepens our response. As we look beyond the surface of the text, we're invited to move from simply knowing about God to placing our faith more fully in Him.

What does it really mean to read and live the Bible well? In this message, Alex explores Acts 2 and challenges us to see the bigger picture of what God is doing through His Word. Rather than approaching Scripture with narrow expectations, we're invited to discover a faith that is shaped by God's purposes and attentive to His voice.

In the opening message of our Spirit & Truth series, Emma explores Jesus’ conversation in John 4 and the profound invitation at the heart of true worship. More than a place we visit or a practice we perform, worship is revealed as a way of life rooted in God’s presence and shaped by relationship with Him.

In this message, Robin explores the name El Roi through the story of Hagar—a powerful reminder that God sees us in every season of life. When we feel overlooked, forgotten, or uncertain about the future, we can take comfort in knowing that God’s perspective is far greater than our own.

On Pentecost Sunday, Paul explored the significance of Fire as a picture of the Holy Spirit and the deeper meaning behind the events of Pentecost. Far from being a random moment, Pentecost reveals God’s ongoing plan to transform hearts, empower His people, and carry His voice to the world.

In this message, Thomas explores Moses’ encounter with God in the wilderness and the revelation of the name YHWH. More than simply a name, it reveals the character of a God who is present, faithful, and deeply aware of His people. We’re challenged to look beyond our own limitations and trust in the God who sees, hears, and acts with purpose across generations. Please note: Due to a recording issue...

God’s provision is about far more than meeting needs—it reveals something of His character and invites a response from us. In this message, Ruth explores the name Jehovah Jireh, reflecting on what it means to trust God as provider while living with faith, gratitude, and intentional stewardship.

God is not distant or detached—He is the powerful Creator who speaks, forms, and sustains all things. In this message, Wish explores the name Elohim, inviting us to reflect on who God is and how His power and creativity shape the way we see our world and our lives.

Guest speaker Becky Murray shares stories from her work with One(by)One, alongside a powerful reflection from Exodus 3–4. Through both Scripture and personal experience, we’re challenged to shift our focus from our own limitations to the God who calls, equips, and sends. When God invites us to step out, it may feel uncomfortable or even overwhelming—but it’s often in those moments that His purpose...

In this special 50th Celebration Service at IBTI, John Whyte reflects on the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. In a moment of confusion and grief, they walk a familiar path unaware that Jesus Himself is drawing near. This message invites us to consider how God may be present in the ordinary moments of our own journey, even when we don’t immediately recognise Him.

On Palm Sunday, Jesus made a bold and unexpected entrance. In this message, Alex explores the meaning behind His actions and what it reveals about trust, humility, and the Kingdom of God. As we reflect on this opening moment of Holy Week, we’re invited to consider what it means to follow a God whose ways often surprise and challenge us.

Jesus lived with clarity, purpose, and unwavering focus. In this message, Robin explores how Jesus remained committed to the mission set before Him, even in the face of challenge and misunderstanding. As we reflect on His example, we’re invited to consider the calling placed on our own lives and what it means to follow through with faith and intention.

In this message, Wish explores a powerful encounter in John 5 that speaks into moments of disappointment, discouragement, and quiet desperation. When our circumstances feel overwhelming, we’re reminded that Jesus sees, knows, and is able to step into what feels beyond hope.