Coventry Vineyard Podcast

In this episode, Nick explores one of Jesus’ most surprising teachings on prayer: The Friend at Midnight . The parables of Jesus are far more than memorable stories—they are profound Kingdom truths hidden in plain sight, calling us to a deeper way of living as citizens of God’s Kingdom. Nick unpacks two parables that reveal why prayer matters, how Jesus teaches us to pray with boldness and expecta...

The parables of Jesus are more than simple stories — they are profound revelations of Kingdom truths, hidden in plain sight. In this episode, Vicki continues our series “Secrets of the Kingdom” with a deep look at the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant. What does this story teach us about repentance, forgiveness, and the heart of God’s Kingdom? How do these lessons challenge the way we live and ext...

The parables of Jesus are far more than simple stories — they’re profound Kingdom truths hidden in plain sight. In this episode,  Leeza  unpacks  The Parable of the Lost Son  (Luke 15:11–32) and reveals what it teaches us about God’s heart for the lost. What can this familiar story show us about life in the Kingdom of God? And how might it challenge the way we live and love?

What Are You Building Your Foundation On? This week, Nick Sutton explores one of Jesus’ most well-known — yet deeply challenging — parables: the wise and foolish builders. The parables aren’t just simple stories; they are profound Kingdom truths hidden in plain sight. What are you building your life on? What is truly foundational to who you are and what you do? Join us as we uncover the secrets of...

This Sunday, Nick Sutton continues our series on the Parables by looking at the parable of the growing seed (Mk 4:26-29). The Kingdom of God is growing even when it looks like nothing is happening. Will we have confidence and patience as we trust God in the process of growth in our own lives and in the lives of others? We will also relate this parable to the vision of Coventry Vineyard as we move...

In this episode, Cecile Oppliger explores the parable of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price. The parables are so much more than stories Jesus told—simple, yet profound, they reveal Kingdom truths hidden in plain sight. Through familiar illustrations like treasure buried in a field or a merchant seeking a priceless pearl, Jesus invites us to see life in God’s Kingdom from a new perspe...

Join Nick Sutton as he unpacks the  Parable of the Sower  and reveals how Jesus’ parables are far more than simple stories. These timeless illustrations carry  Kingdom truths hidden in plain sight —truths that challenge us to see, hear, and live differently. What can we learn from the seed, the soil, and the sower? How do these lessons shape our walk with God today? Tune in and discover the profou...

Jesus spent three years making disciples (apprentices). Following his resurrection he commissioned and empowered these ordinary people to go and make disciples. Multiplication is at the heart of Jesus call for all of us to 'go and make disciples" but what does this look like? Are we ready and equipped to make 'disciple-making' disciples?

Making disciples is exciting, but how can we help them grow in faith, what happens when we assemble? We will explore how we can all disciple one another.

We experience God in the pages of Scripture, yet Scripture (or the Bible) can be a challenge to read or understand. This Sunday Nick looks at some practical ways in which we can reflect on and apply scripture to everyday life and as we do, be transformed. What if reading scripture under the leading of the Holy spirit led us to discover and understand the teachings of Jesus in a way that leads us t...

Jesus sends us all, and he trusts us with his message to take it to the rest of the world. But who do we share it with? The Bible gives us clues about what to look for in a person whom God has prepared for us to share his good news. We will study the chapter of Acts 10 to discover how to find the right person.

To engage with our world is what Jesus has called us to. He actually trusts us to go to places that he will then visit, he trusts us to be his forerunners. That's amazing!  The harvest is ripe and the workers a few. Everyone is invited to join. This Sunday let's look at how to engage in our society. We will also spend a bit of time thinking about our testimony.

This Sunday we continue our series exploring key habits of multiplying disciples. Jesus prayed differently. Whilst he honoured the common Jewish prayer rhythm, but he prayed with a sense of familiarity with God that no one had ever seen.  His prayers were conversations with God as Father. This is where he got his identity and strategy. When he prayed things happened. God’s kingdom broken into the...

Reading Scripture guided by the Holy Spirit This Sunday we start a new series! We are all called, by Jesus, to "go and make disciples". But what does this look like? What is our plan for making disciples? As a church we will be exploring some key habits, that we find from scripture, of multiplying disciples. Over June and July, our Sunday morning teaching and each life group will focus o...

Loving your neighbour naturally flows out of the love we have received from God. Let's understand more about the roots of the commandment Jesus gave. We will have a look at the fruit it can produce in and around us.

In this series we explore together what it looks like for each of us to demonstrate the goodness and love of God to those we meet and engage with on a regular basis. And what it looks like for us as a church to: a) make room for those the Lord is inviting into our community. b) reach out to those the Lord is leading us to.

This Easter, celebrate the fact that Jesus rose from the dead. Death no longer has the final say in life. We can live life in the Kingdom and under the reign of the risen King Jesus, today. Nick speaks from 1 Corinthians 15.

If we are to grow as kingdom people - we have to know who we are following. Who is Jesus to you? What does this mean to you, your life, your stuff? How can you put what you have into the service of King Jesus?

Nick continues our series on Grace & Generosity. Jesus wants his followers to be kingdom people, to learn and practice generosity in every area of life. This includes our relationship with money. How can we as a church excel in the grace of giving and be a truly generous church?

Cécile talks about using our talents and gifts to serve generously. God the Father, Son and Spirit was the first to be generous to us. Generosity - an imitation of God Generosity - a testimony of God's existence Generosity - a blessing by bearing good fruit

Nick concludes our Psalm 23 series. After our journey through this Psalm we arrive at our destination and get to put our feet up and look back. But we also get to look forward and decide how the reality of Psalm 23 will impact our daily lives as we make practical plans for a life with God.

David, the psalmist writes "my cup overflows" - this is such a vivid description of God's generosity and abundance. What do we do with God's goodness towards us? How can we be people of generosity, to freely give what we have received?

In Psalm 23:5 we read "You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies." Did you know that there is a seat at the table for you? God sits you down and serves you in the midst of all that you are facing. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, invites you into a 'Life with God'.

Nick & Vicki Sutton report back from the Missions Leaders Meeting in the USA, describing our commitment as a church to join in the Missio Dei (the Mission of God) both locally and further away (see Acts 1:8). We have been called to "co-labour" with others as we multiply disciples, leaders and churches. "Everyone gets to play!"

As we continue our sermon series on Psalm 23 'Life with God', Cécile speaks on being led through the dark valley (Ps23:4). ife with God is not without its challenges. How do we trust God to lead us through those times with our faith intact?