Hope Church Guildford

In this all-age service Malcolm looks at the life of King Solomon, his highs and his lows, and encourages us walk in God's ways and not be distracted by all the 'stuff' that fights for our attention. A key theme that runs throughout scripture is the search for the King of all Kings. The one with an everlasting kingdom, who reigns over all the nations of the world. Throughout this series we will ex...

In this talk Stuart, looks at the height of the reign of King David in 2 Samuel 7 and the surprises that teach us about God's kingdom in these verses. A key theme that runs throughout scripture is the search for the King of all Kings. The one with an everlasting kingdom, who reigns over all the nations of the world. Throughout this series we will explore this thread across the bible, ultimately se...

In this talk Barny, looks at Judges chapter 8 & 9, where the people of God want to appoint Gideon as King. Having started off well, it goes from bad to worse and Barny helps us consider our heart attitudes before the King of all Kings. A key theme that runs throughout scripture is the search for the King of all Kings. The one with an everlasting kingdom, who reigns over all the nations of the worl...

Before the first King was crowned over Israel (the people of God), Moses gave instructions regarding what qualities they should look for in a King. In this talk, Chris, explores what these qualities are. A key theme that runs throughout scripture is the search for the King of all Kings. The one with an everlasting kingdom, who reigns over all the nations of the world. Throughout this series we wil...

Throughout the whole book we've been learning how God draws us out, to draw us in. As Chris ends the series in chapter 40, he shows us how the whole book has been about Him drawing us into his presence. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the peopl...

The whole of the Christian faith hinders on the Easter weekend. If it's all one big con, then Christians are the biggest of fools. So what happened and why it needed to happen is the basis for the talk this week. If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via email at Hello@HopeChurchGuildford.com Or why not check out our Social Med...

In this talk Chris continues our series in Exodus chapter 32, by exploring why we make idols in our lives, what they do and how we break free from them. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the people out of slavery and into freedom. He draws them o...

In this talk Stuart continues our series in Exodus chapter 18. This is a great chapter that helps us think about what to do when we're under pressure, how to include others and delegate well and how to leave roles well too. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through M...

Celebrating the lives that God has given us is so special and important that we gave over this whole Sunday morning meeting to celebrating mothers. Chris took a moment to look at Jesus relationship with his mother, and also reflect on the question Jesus posed, when he asked who is my mother? At Hope Church we want to celebrate all women and the many ways in which they mother us. 'Mothers' come in...

In this talk Malcolm continues our series in Exodus by looking at the mountain, the meeting and the message of Mount Sinai. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the people out of slavery and into freedom. He draws them out of Egypt, to draw them in...

Mark Landreth-smith Leads a Commission Church in Newbury and overseas Hope Church Guildford. In this talk he continues our series in Exodus by looking at how the Lord provides for his people in the dessert. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the p...

In Exodus chapters 15 and 17 we get incredible worship followed by problems with water supply and then an unprovoked attack from the enemy. Throughout it all God shows us that He is a warrior, He heals and His banner is over us. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, thro...

In exodus chapter 13&14, the people of God cross the Red Sea on dry Ground! God has saved them and he leads them on the way. Rachel explores in our family service this incredible news and how we follow God. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the p...

Andy represents one of our Hope Works called Compassion UK. Compassion work with churches across the globe to bring education, poverty relief and support to children most in need. At Hope Church we care about serving those amongst us and in our community who are most in need. Over this year we want to take the time to profile the great work that our Hope Works are doing and also find ways in which...

In Exodus chapter 12 the people of God prepare to leave Egypt. In this talk Chris shows how this passage teaches us that God is sovereign over his people, faithful to his promises and one to be trusted even through difficult circumstances. At the start of this talk, Chris also gives an update regarding our Hope Works - the umbrella term for our the organisations that we support in Guildford and be...

In Exodus chapters 11 and 12 we get the tenth and final plague and the instructions for the Passover celebration meal. Stuart explains these chapters for us and how as Christians Jesus has given new meaning to this Passover celebration in Communion. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the w...

In Exodus 7 to 10 we get the first 9 plagues. Moses comes to Pharaoh and tells him to let go of the people. Pharoah's heart attitude and response teaches us about how we might also respond, when we are asked to let go of things that can bind us in slavery. Chris explores some of these in this talk. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and inde...

In Exodus chapter 3 God reveals himself to Moses through the burning Bush and tells Moses his name. Names mean a lot in the bible, because their meaning tells us something about what that individual will embody in their life. In this talk Chris explore the names by which God reveals himself by and also looks at Moses response to God. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book a...

In this talk Chris Kicks off our Exodus series by introducing the book and exploring the patterns of redemption in Exodus chapter 1 and 2. The exodus in the bible is the most referred to story and book across the rest of the bible and indeed one of the most well known stories around the world. In it God, through Moses, leads the people out of slavery and into freedom. He draws them out of Egypt, t...

The little town Bethlehem appears throughout the bible. It's known as a place of hospitality and kindness. It's a place where outsiders and the marginalised are looked after. It's a place of refuge and a place of fruitfulness. It's a place where refugees like Rahab find shelter and the desperate like Ruth find food. It's a place where redemption and restoration are found. It's not a big, powerful,...

Stuart finished our preaching series in 2 Corinthians chapter 12 and 13. In the letter of 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Christians in Corinth to help them focus on what’s really important as they meet and serve together as a church. Giving himself as a prime example, Paul explains how God delights to use weak and imperfect people for His work. As we look at this fascinating boo...

In 2 Corinthians chapter 11 we see different kinds of boasting. Malcolm continues our preaching series by showing us the importance of holding onto gospel truths and trusting in the grace and power of Jesus - that's what we should boast about. In the letter of 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Christians in Corinth to help them focus on what’s really important as they meet and serv...

Chris continues our preaching series in 2 Corinthians chapter 10. In this chapter Paul takes time to defend his ministry and Chris takes two key things that he talks about - firstly how to measure our seeming success and second to remember whose power it is that we're able to do anything. In the letter of 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Christians in Corinth to help them focus on...

On this morning we had a worship Sunday to give ourselves time to learn about all that it means to worship God. James our worship leader taught us about the 7 Hebrew words for Praise found in the Old Testament and what the mean to help us develop our understanding of praise and worship. If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via...

During this Sunday we had a special giving Sunday, looking at the extravagant giving in 2 Corinthians 8&9. Here, Paul encourages the church in Corinth, and by extension us in Hope Church, to excel in the grace of giving, as seen displayed by the Macedonian churches. In the letter of 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Christians in Corinth to help them focus on what’s really importan...