Churchcentral Birmingham: Talks

How do we deal with life when things don't go as planned? James unpacks what Haggai had to say to a people who were starting to lose heart

Haggai 1 informs us of God's desire to see his dwelling place on earth established and built. What are you building your life on? Haggai Summary video shown: https://youtu.be/juPvv_xcX-U?si=JAYRP6FLj9JR8Woy

Jonathan unpacks the question, 'What is baptism in the Holy Spirit?' and looks at three big points to notice in Acts 1:1-8.

Dave explains why it is not any dream that will do, but God's Dream.

James helps us see what true repentance looks like

Are there times and places in our life beyond Christ's reach? Joseph's experience in Egypt helps us answer the question.

Rich talks through how looking to Jesus is the key to our faith.

In this message, Chris introduces our summer series on Joseph, exploring the love of his father, the betrayal of his brothers, and the way these two components parallel the life of Jesus.

We look at a story of extravagant worship. But how do we become like that? Is it just a personality thing, for the extrovert emotional types? Or can we each take steps to cultivate a heart that loves to worship Christ?

What are we to do when God doesn't seem to be acting? When stuff is hard, or a specific grief or pain comes against us, what is Jesus doing?

The Bible is full of 'shepherd-sheep' language. How does this translate into our modern culture? Who are our options for shepherds? Why does Jesus trump them all?

Jonny surveys the story of Scripture as it relates to slavery. Then, we see some applications for our relationships in the workplace today.

What is the Bible's wisdom on parenting? Chris & Zoe show us some of Paul's words, and how they've sort to apply them with their kids.

In a changing and scary world, where do we know security? What makes us safe? Jesus has beautiful words of reassurance for the sheep.

Wendy Mann shows us how we can develop friendship with the person of the Holy Spirit.

Jonathan kicked off our Weekend Away teaching tracing six ways the Spirit works, according to the New Testament.

Wendy shares some convictions about how a hunger for the Spirit can shape church gatherings.

In this message, we notice a repeated theme that keeps coming up in John, and pause to pray for God's Spirit to change the spiritual temperature of our culture.

Dave & Sarah look at Paul's wisdom on marriage, and how it represents Christ & the church.

Walking the walk is even more important than talking the talk in the Christian life! James helps us see what that might mean.

Drawing from her experiences working alongside older people in Birmingham, Helen shows us God's heart and invites us to share His heart for those with more years than us.

How do we actually live in light of all the amazing Jesus good news we've seen in Ephesians? What does a changed life look like?

Jemma helped us understand the place of art in the world and the Bible, and how we can play our part in seeing art serve our city.

In a divided world, how do we actually build community that doesn't disintegrate or divide? This passage helps us see the importance and pathway to unity.

One of the most famous Jesus sayings is featured in this passage. But does the truth always set us free? We see three barriers to walking in the freedom Christ offers us.