CROWD Church Livestream

Ever feel like you're at war with your own body? Join us as Matt Edmundson unpacks why God cares about your physical self way more than you might think. In this service, Matt shares his "baggy belly" wake-up call and explores the biblical truth about our bodies that challenges both gym obsession and spiritual neglect. From ancient Greek philosophy to modern confusion about identity, we explore why...

Emotional Resilience and How To Bounce Back Stronger In today's livestream, Dave Connolly unpacks what true emotional resilience looks like through the lens of Paul's honest journey in 2 Corinthians 4. Discover why acknowledging our struggles rather than denying them is essential for genuine strength, and how finding purpose beyond ourselves fuels our ability to bounce back from life's hardest kno...

Rediscovering the Power of Sabbath for Body and Soul In this week's livestream, we look at the ancient practice of Sabbath and unpack how intentional rest isn't just a nice-to-have but a divine design for human flourishing. Discover why this counter-cultural rhythm might be the very antidote our burnout culture desperately needs, and learn practical ways to incorporate Sabbath into your everyday l...

Biblical Hope That Transforms Mental Wellbeing In this powerful message, Will Sopwith explores how biblical hope differs from mere wishful thinking and serves as a transformative anchor for our mental well-being. He shares inspiring stories, practical wisdom, and biblical truths about cultivating hope even in the darkest circumstances. Episode Highlights 00:00:00 - Welcome and Introduction The ser...

Crowd Church Podcast: Renewing Your Mind and Transforming Your Life Discover how biblical mind renewal differs from self-help techniques and transforms your thinking patterns. Sharon Edmundson shares her personal journey from mental struggle to freedom through practical spiritual disciplines that anyone can apply. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Welcome and introduction with Matt and Anna  00:02:04 - S...

Discover how Jesus' supernatural peace can transform your anxiety into confidence, even when circumstances don't change. Mark shares powerful insights on accessing the mind of Christ through the Holy Spirit for genuine mental well-being that transcends our circumstances. Timestamp Highlights 00:00:00 - Welcome and introduction to the mental well-being series 00:03:00 - Mark begins exploring the co...

In this week's livestream, Matt Edmundson explores how biblical gratitude differs from the world's version of positive thinking, examining the neuroscience behind thankfulness and offering practical ways to develop this transformative spiritual discipline. Discover how genuine thankfulness can reshape your neural pathways while deepening your relationship with God, regardless of your circumstances...

How to Rewire Your Anxious Mind - Crowd Church Podcast Explore practical biblical strategies for managing anxiety in today's overwhelming world. Learn how Jesus handled his own anxiety, why feeling anxious isn't sinful, and discover practical techniques to find genuine peace that transcends understanding - all without spiritual bypassing or toxic positivity. Episode Timestamps 00:00:00 - Welcome t...

Forward Motion: Letting Go of the Past and Finding Freedom in Christ In this week's service from Crowd Church Liverpool, Pastor Dave Connolly shares transformative insights on how to leave behind what's holding you back and press forward in faith. Drawing from marathon running, personal testimony, and Biblical wisdom, Dave challenges us to fix our eyes firmly on Jesus rather than constantly lookin...

Discover how forgiveness can set you free from the prison of resentment and transform your relationships. Sharon Edmundson shares powerful insights about what forgiveness really means and practical steps toward experiencing this radical freedom in your own life. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Welcome and introduction with Matt and Dan 00:04:00 - Sharon Edmundson begins her talk on forgiveness 00:05:40 - Se...

In this episode, Matt Edmundson provides a comprehensive recap of our 23-week journey exploring Biblical wholeness, focusing primarily on spiritual health as the foundation. He clarifies what true wholeness means from a Biblical perspective and sets the stage for our upcoming exploration of soul health – addressing our mind, will, and emotions. Join us as we revisit the key lessons learned about i...

The Empty Tomb Changes Everything - Easter Sunday Service In this special Easter Sunday gathering, we explore why the resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of Christian faith and what it means for our lives today. From the devastating disappointment of Good Friday through the silence of Saturday to the joy and transformation of Resurrection Sunday, discover how the empty tomb changes everything...

Ever found yourself expecting God to act a certain way, only to be surprised—or even disappointed—when he takes a completely different approach? You're not alone. In this Palm Sunday special, we explore the profound tension between our expectations of God and his actual plans, looking at how Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem reveals a radically different kind of power than the crowds were hopi...

Faith Over a Lifetime: Abraham's Messy Journey and God's Unwavering Faithfulness In this powerful message from Crowd Church, Sue Uddin unpacks the surprising reality of Abraham's faith journey, revealing how God's commitment to us remains steadfast despite our stumbles and detours. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Welcome to Crowd Church with Matt Edmundson & Anna Kettle 00:03:45 - Talk begins: Faith Ove...

Abraham and the Art of Generosity Episode Summary In this week's service, Jack Mariner explores Abraham's journey from self-reliance to radical trust through the lens of generosity. Beginning with a relatable story about learning to ski, Jack draws parallels to Abraham's struggle to trust God's provision rather than taking matters into his own hands. Through personal stories and biblical expositio...

Is the Christian God Cruel? - Abraham, Isaac & The God Who Provides In this thought-provoking episode, Sharon Edmundson tackles one of the Bible's most challenging narratives - the story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice his son Isaac. This powerful teaching addresses difficult questions about God's character and helps us understand how a seemingly troubling passage actually reveals God's pr...

Our New Covenant in Christ: Why God Put Everything On The Line (Genesis Part 11) Show Notes In our eleventh episode of our Genesis series, Matt Edmundson explores the profound concept of covenant through Abraham's story in Genesis 15. This isn't just an ancient ritual – it's the foundation for understanding our relationship with God today and transforms how we view marriage, identity, and commitme...

Show Notes In this episode, Dan Orange explores fresh perspectives on the familiar Noah's Ark narrative, challenging us to see beyond the children's story version to discover profound theological truths that speak directly to our modern lives. Dan begins by highlighting how flood narratives appear across dozens of ancient cultures worldwide—from Aztec legends to Welsh mythology to the Epic of Gilg...

In this service from our Genesis series, guest speaker Pete Butland from West Derby Neighbourhood Church explores the familiar story of Cain and Abel to uncover profound insights about jealousy, sacrifice, and our view of God. --- TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Welcome from Matt, Jack and Pete 02:00 - Genesis 4: The Tragic Story of Cain and Abel 04:00 - Emergency Christmas Presents and Quality Street Lessons...

Evil Is Not What You Think It Is (Genesis Part 8) In this thought-provoking exploration of evil from our Genesis series, Will Sopwith challenges common misconceptions about evil in our world. Moving beyond simplistic explanations, he examines how our culture either downplays evil as mere superstition or distances it as something that happens to "other people." --- TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Welcome with...

Join Jenny Mariner as she continues exploring the theme of desire and spiritual formation from Genesis, building on her previous message about choices and spiritual growth. Through everyday objects and relatable stories, Jenny unpacks what it means to grow in spiritual maturity and make godly decisions. -- TIME STAMPS: 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction with Matt & Sharon 03:32 - Talk: Growing U...

In this week's service, Pastor Dave Connolly unpacks one of the Bible's most revolutionary ideas – that every human being is made in God's image. This foundational truth has profound implications for how we view ourselves and others in our modern world. -- TIME STAMPS: 00:00 - Welcome with Anna & Jack 03:00 - Why God Made You Like Himself | Dave Connolly 09:18 - What Ancient Kings Got Wrong Ab...

Show Notes - When Everything Looks Good But God Says No (Genesis Part 5) In this message from our Genesis series, Jenny Mariner tackles one of the most challenging aspects of faith - what happens when God says no to something that looks good? Through personal stories and biblical insight, Jenny explores how our culture's "follow your desires" narrative contrasts with God's invitation to trust Him,...

Can Science and Faith Tell The Same Story? (Genesis Part 4) In this compelling exploration of science and faith, theoretical physicist Josh Edmundson shares his personal journey from defending young-earth creationism to discovering a deeper understanding of Genesis and its purpose. --- TIME STAMPS: 00:00 - Welcome & Updates with Matt & Will 04:27 - Can Science and Faith Really Get Along? |...

What if everything you thought you knew about God came from centuries of tradition rather than what Genesis actually says? This week, Steve Connolly helped us discover how these ancient texts present a radically different picture of God - one that challenged the beliefs of its time and still challenges ours today. From tackling big questions about science and faith to exploring what it means to tr...