Garden City Vineyard

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A powerful reflection on Acts 3 — where Peter and John stop at the Beautiful Gate and restore dignity, hope, and wholeness to a man long forgotten. This episode explores compassion vs justice, the call to use our privilege for others, and what it means to truly see people as God sees them. A stirring invitation to become those who lift others up, carry God’s presence into everyday places, and join...

A warm, honest look at Acts 2:42–47 — where the early church discovers devotion, belonging, shared life, and the kind of community that gives real meaning. This episode explores why modern loneliness is so widespread, how Christian community speaks directly into that ache, and what it truly means to move from attending to belonging . With real stories, vulnerability, and practical insight, it’s an...

This episode explores the day the Holy Spirit was poured out at Pentecost — the moment God fulfilled ancient promises, moved His presence from a temple into His people, and empowered ordinary men and women to carry His mission. Acts 2 shows that the Spirit was always God’s plan, His presence is now personal, and His gift is for everyone.

As we begin a new teaching series through the Book of Acts, this episode explores how the church first came to life — and what that origin story means for us today. From discouraged disciples on the road to Emmaus, to Peter the failure, Thomas the doubter, and the fearful hiding behind locked doors, Jesus gathers ordinary, imperfect people and rekindles new hope , gives a new calling , and invites...

A challenging and honest conclusion to the book of Jonah. This episode explores Jonah’s anger, God’s compassion, and the uncomfortable truth that we often love receiving mercy but resist seeing it given to others. Through Jonah’s story — and the greater story of Jesus — we’re invited to examine our own hearts, surrender our comfort, and embrace God’s expansive love for the world. A powerful remind...

A heartfelt look at Jonah 2, where prayer rises from the darkest places. This episode explores how God meets us in seasons we never would have chosen, how He hears us even when nothing seems to change, and how praise and surrender become pathways to rescue. A reminder that salvation comes from the Lord — even in the mess, even before the breakthrough.

A raw and hope‑filled look at Jonah 2, where prayer becomes the turning point in the darkest place. This episode explores how God meets us in the mess, hears us even when nothing seems to change, and leads us toward surrender and rescue. A reminder that salvation comes from the Lord — even when it doesn’t look neat or expected.

A powerful look at Jonah 1 and the God who pursues us even when we run. This episode explores how storms can become moments of mercy, how drifting from God often happens quietly, and how His grace always makes a way back. A hopeful reminder that no matter how far we feel we’ve gone, God is already ahead of us with rescue and restoration.

Paul takes a fresh look at Jonah’s story, not as a tale about a big fish, but about a God who pursues us with relentless grace. This episode explores how God speaks personally, how we often run in the opposite direction, and why we can never outrun His presence. A gentle invitation to slow down, pay attention, and take one step back toward the God who never stops moving toward us.

This Easter message retells the resurrection story through the eyes of the women who went looking for Jesus — only to discover they were looking in the wrong place. Expecting death, they found life. Expecting an ending, they walked into a new beginning. As the stone is rolled away, fear is met with hope, grief is met with joy, and Jesus meets His followers on the way with a simple, life‑changing g...

A closing message from the Book of James, exploring four invitations for a lived, grounded faith: to walk in humility, use our resources with wisdom, wait faithfully for God’s timing, and become a people of persistent prayer. This episode reflects on the brevity of life, the call to justice, the hope of Christ’s return, and the power of prayer in community. A gentle, practical encouragement to liv...

Paul reflects on the message from James 4 on the deeper roots of conflict and the invitation to humility. This episode explores how our desires, pride, and need for control shape tension in our relationships—and how returning to God with honesty, surrender, and trust brings freedom and peace. A gentle call to draw near to God, release self‑reliance, and let humility reshape the way we live and lov...

In this episode, we continue our journey through the Book of James and how real faith becomes visible through the way we speak. Ade explores the transformation of James, the power of words to shape direction and destiny, and the difference between earthly and heavenly wisdom. With practical steps for silence, discernment, and speaking life, it’s an encouraging reminder that mature faith doesn’t ju...

Continue Lent with Paul digs into James 2 with clear, no‑fluff teaching that shows how genuine faith reshapes the way we treat others. He exposes how favouritism distorts love, highlights the kingdom reversal that honours the vulnerable, and demonstrates that true faith is visible in mercy, justice, and concrete action. Through everyday scenes—a wealthy guest and a poor guest—and the stories of Ab...

Kick off Lent (yes one week early) with a deep dive into James 1—a bold call to live a faith that actually shows. This episode explores what real trust looks like under pressure: enduring trials, exposing temptation, slowing down our reactions, putting Scripture into action, and loving in the ways that matter most. It’s a straight‑talk, no‑fluff invitation to come closer to Jesus in the very place...

In the final episode of the All Things New series, we turn our attention to what comes after renewal. Having explored rescue, restoration, and transformation, this concluding chapter focuses on purpose — the calling that emerges when we are made new.

The All Things New series penultimate episode , part 2 of the deep dive into the theme of Rescue.

Steve Continues our All Things New series, looking at part 1 of Rescue.

Paul introduces the next part in our All Things New series, looking at Genesis 3 and Rebellion.

Steve kicks off our new series for 2026, All Things New as look at the big story of the Bible, starting with Genesis 1 and Creation and explaining why Creation Still Matters, and how it frames the whole story.

Steve's message at a 2025 Christmas Carol Service.

Roy served as the National Director of Youth for Christ from 1996, and in 2008 he helped launch HOPE 08—a nationwide year of mission that saw churches in over 1,500 communities challenged to “do more, do it together, and do it with words and actions.”  Following that initiative, Roy became the Executive Director of HOPE Together, continuing to equip and inspire churches across the UK for mission....

Tammy concludes our Rhythm of Renewal series by exploring how we Listen through the practices of prayer, silence, and solitude. God is always speaking, and we can learn to hear Him when we step back from the constant noise of life. Before diving into notifications and to-dos, create space to connect with Jesus 

The penultimate part in our Rhythm of Renewal series, and A is for ABIDE as we explore the practice of Sabbath. In a noisy, fast-paced world, our restlessness only grows, but Jesus offers another way. His rest isn’t just a day off, but a rhythm of peace we carry through the week. Sabbath is intentional time to slow down and return to what matters. Jesus regularly withdrew to rest and renew, and in...