Freedom Church Cheltenham

We live in a world of constant noise, distraction, and delay. We keep waiting for the right moment — but what if God is calling you to live now? In this message, Pastor Andy Rattenbury invites you to ditch the distractions, strap on the helmet of salvation, and start living a life that’s soul FULL — not just busy, but deeply intentional, joyful, and bold. If you've felt stuck, spiritually num...

🔥 What if boldness wasn’t about your personality — but about your proximity to the Holy Spirit? In "Courage and Boldness with the Holy Spirit," Jen Havard shares a timely word that will stir your faith and challenge your comfort zone. This is an invitation to live courageously, led by the Spirit of God. 👊 Don’t settle for fear when you were made for fire. WANT TO VISIT US? Tuning in lo...

Part 3 of "The Holy Spirit" with Pastor Andy Rattenbury explores the powerful gifts of the Spirit from 1 Corinthians 12:1–11. Learn how the Holy Spirit equips believers with gifts of wisdom, knowledge, and gifts of power—not for personal recognition, but to glorify Jesus, strengthen the Church, and reflect His love to the world. Pastor Andy shares how these gifts are to be pursued with l...

Have we misunderstood the Holy Spirit? 🤔 Sometimes, we treat Him like that distant relative—unpredictable, unfamiliar, even avoided. But the truth is, life with the Holy Spirit is meant to be powerful, unpredictable, and anything but boring. In this message, Pastor Andy Rattenbury brings clarity to who the Holy Spirit is. #HolySpirit #ChristianFaith #SpiritLed #ChurchLife #FaithUnfiltered #JesusE...

🔥 The Heart of Jesus for the Religious | Emily Cooke | Freedom Church Cheltenham When faith becomes more about looking right than living right — we risk becoming just like the Pharisees. In this moving message from The Heart of Jesus series, Emily Cooke unpacks how Jesus responds not with condemnation, but compassion — even to those trapped in the chains of religion. From Nicodemus to today, Jesu...

The Heart Of Jesus – For People | Easter Sunday Message | Pastor Andy Rattenbury In this powerful Easter Sunday message, Pastor Andy Rattenbury unpacks "The Heart of Jesus – For People" , diving deep into the compassion, humility, and unwavering love Jesus showed—even to those who mocked Him on the cross. This isn’t just a message about the past; it’s a call to embrace the kind of love t...

Whether it's in a crowded room or or during those quiet moments no one else sees —loneliness can sneak in. In this powerful message, Pastor Emily Rattenbury opens up The Heart of Jesus – for the Lonely and reveals a side of Him that sees you, knows you, and never abandons you. This isn't just another sermon. It's a lifeline for anyone who's been feeling the weight of silence an...

This message is for the overlooked, the counted out, the ones who feel like they've gone too far. But what if the thing you're chasing... has actually been chasing you all along? It’s not about perfection—it’s about presence. And when you encounter it, everything changes. Lean in and understand the heart of Jesus for the sinner! #FreedomCheltenham #Cheltenham #FaithForTheNow #JesusHeart...

In "Generational Generosity," Pastor Emily Rattenbury explores how God’s provision often flows like a powerful waterfall—abundant, directed, and intentional. Drawing from the stories of Elijah, Elisha, and Noah, Pastor Emily reveals how true generosity isn't just about the present but about leaving a legacy that impacts generations. Are you trusting the provider or just the provisio...

Is tithing just an Old Testament principle, or is it something we should still practice today? In Part 3 of our Overflow series, Pastor Andy Rattenbury explores what it means to honor God with our possessions and trust Him with our finances. 💡 What is tithing, and why does it matter?  💰 Does God really ask us to test Him in our giving?  🥐 Plus, a powerful illustration (featuring a mouthwatering...

God is a cheerful giver —His generosity goes beyond anything we could ever give back. But do we trust Him more than what He provides? In this powerful message, Pastor Andy Rattenbury challenges us to shift from a mindset of fear to one of trust, knowing that God is able to do immeasurably more than we can imagine. 💡 How does your generosity reflect what you truly love? 🙌 Don't just watch—en...

💰 Having a Vision for Your Finances | Overflow Series - Week 1 💰 Feeling trapped by finances? Stressed about money? Pastor Andy Rattenbury kicks off the Overflow series with a powerful message on God’s vision for your finances. Money isn’t the problem—how we hold it is. God cares about your heart more than your bank account! 🙌✨ Discover the vision killers that hold us back and learn how to ali...

🔥 Marriage Goals – A Double Whammy Preach! 🔥 Join Pastors Andy & Emily Rattenbury as they bring a powerful word on what it means to have a God-centered marriage . From submission to vision , communication to community , this message will challenge and inspire you to build a marriage that stands strong. 💍 Godly marriage isn’t just for a season—it’s for eternity! Don’t miss this! Hit play now...

🔥 Love. War. Peace. Week 4 – Relational Courage with Pastor Andy Rattenbury 🔥 Rejection hurts. Conflict is tough. But what if there’s a better way? This week, we’re diving into the courage to confront, the wisdom to heal, and the strength to forgive. Don’t let unhealthy reactions define you—step into Jesus’ way of dealing with relationships. 💪✨ 🔔 Tune in & discover how to navigate relatio...

We’re all guilty of pointing fingers—but are we willing to own up when we mess up? 🤔 In Don't Be a Plank, Pastor Andy Rattenbury unpacks what it means to take responsibility, embrace humility, and stop blame-shifting in our relationships.  It’s time for dangerous honesty, real apologies, and seeing our own blind spots before correcting others. Watch now and reflect on how we handle conflict,...

Love, War & Peace – The power of relationships. This week, Pastor Em dives into the power of relationships and how they shape our faith journey. We are not meant to live like hermits, God has something greater in mind! This message shares how to keep a healthy relationship with God. Join us as we explore what it means to love God and love people, even in the tough moments. 📖 Key Scriptures: P...

Are you single and set in a trap of comparison? Maybe you feel life is on hold waiting your future partner? In this weeks episode, Pastor Andy gives 7 great tips on how to make the MOST out of your years being single!  Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living locally to Cheltenham?   discover what's on in the life of our Churc...

Limitless - Week 3 | God is Not Limited Discover how God’s limitless power works through us! Learn about the miraculous potential inside you, and how creating space for God can transform your life. Explore Genesis 1:22 and uncover how God designed us to multiply and fill the earth with His blessing. What spaces are you creating for God today? What risks is He calling you to take? Think generationa...

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025 Pastor Em kicks off with a challenging message all about living a limitless life. This will encourage you to set goals, live with purpose and vision!  Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living locally to Cheltenham?   discover what's on in the life of our Church, including some great ways to...

In this weeks preach, Pastor Andy looks at the difference between 'Joy' and 'Happiness', and how Joy is a gift to us!  Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living locally to Cheltenham?   discover what's on in the life of our Church, including some great ways to ⁠connect⁠ including our 'Growth track'...

What leads your heart in difficult times? In our Christmas series 2024 Pastor Andy dives into what peace really looks like, and how it affects and guides us. Jesus said that He doesn't give as the world gives.  Tune in to hear more about the miraculous gift of peace this Christmas. Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living loca...

Pastor Andy wraps up this series of living our best life by sharing about Fruitfulness, filled with purpose.  In this week's preach, we look at what it means to be faithful with what is placed in our hands, and how God uses even the toughest circumstances to grow new things in us!  Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living loca...

What does the word 'running' mean to you? This Week Pastor Em teaches us how to run at our Christian Faith well. The Bible teaches us to 'Run the race marked out for us' but what does it look like to stay focused? Tune in to find out more! Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living locally to Cheltenham?   discove...

Ever wondered why you get so prickly with people? Why do we get angry, and how can we deal with hurt in our lives? Tune into this weeks preach of 'Living my best life' where Pastor Andy shares what the bible teaches us about the super-power of forgiveness and letting go.  Want to find out more about us?  Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ or on ⁠Facebook⁠ Check out our ⁠website⁠   Living locally t...

At Freedom Church, we are passionate about people discovering their true purpose! As we dive into this series of ‘ Living My Best Life’ we discover what it truly means to live a life of faith and freedom, with Jesus at the centre! In this weeks podcast, Pastor Andy brings a great word about vision - all based on Proverbs 29:18 ‘without vision people perish’. Lean in as we listen to what it looks l...