Jubilee Church Wirral – Sunday messages

Dave explores how Jesus responds to difficult questions posed by religious and political leaders. These questions were designed to trap Him, not to seek genuine truth. Despite their motives, Jesus answers wisely, often sidestepping the traps and revealing deeper truths. Dave looks at three major questions and subjects which were raised: 1. Divorce – “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?” (M...

In We stumble and He sets us free , Rick looks at Mark 9: 38-50. Rick talks about how Jesus wants us to have wide hearts toward others – welcoming even those outside our immediate group – but narrow tolerance for personal sin. Jesus rebukes exclusivity among His disciples and warns about causing others, particularly the spiritually young, to stumble in faith. As Rick points out, using an illustrat...

Ola looks at Mark 10:46-52 – The story of Bartimaeus. Continuing our series on the book of Mark, Ola focuses on Bartimaeus, a blind beggar in Jericho who responds to Jesus with bold faith. Ola’s message shows us how God meets us where we are — like He met Bartimaeus on the roadside. Faith is not about physical ability, but spiritual perception and surrender. We must be persistent in prayer,...

in ‘Who then can be saved?’, Dave continues the Mark  series by looking at chapter 10 verses 17-31. Dave talks about how eternal life cannot be earned or bought — it must be received through wholehearted trust in Jesus, not personal goodness, wealth, or status. 1. Are You Asking the Right Question? The rich young man asks, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” revealing a flawed mi...

Guest speaker Andy Arscott on Faith That Stands: Living for Jesus, Come What May. Andy talks about how faith is foundational to the Christian life. • Trust in Jesus is not just a concept—it’s a daily decision. • God responds to faith, walks with us through trials, and provides peace. • Don’t rely on feelings—anchor yourself in the truth of God’s Word. • Turn worries into concerns and offer them to...

In Grab a Towel, visiting speaker Andy Arscott looks at serving in the church. Andy reminds us that Jesus himself came to serve – not to be served – and by serving in whatever area we are needed, we are honouring him and doing as he did. Andy talks about the fact that serving includes the more ‘mundane’ jobs in the church – cleaning, putting out chairs, serving in youth, serving drinks...

Visiting speaker Graham Webb of Jubilee Church Liverpool on how the church should be a diverse body: young and old, black and white, rich and poor, cautious and risk-taking. Why? Because God brings together people who think and live differently, and that is a strength, not a weakness. Graham looks at Romans 14, which recounts how the early church in Rome faced conflicts over dietary laws and Sabba...

Dave Frodsham of Jubilee Church Wirral continues the ‘Real Jesus’ series by looking at Mark 9: 23-29. In ‘His Kingdom comes with prayer’, Dave  looks at how prayer truly changes situations, people and lives – and how a relationship with Jesus is vital in order to see God’s kingdom advance in our lives and communities. He makes several key points, including: 1. Prayer Opens...

Chris Butterworth on Matthew 21:33–45 – the parable of the tenants, where Jesus warns religious leaders that the Kingdom of God will be taken from them and given to those who will produce its fruit. After you have listened to the message, consider the following questions: – What do you think is the most important take-home message, and why? – How can we ensure that we have a connected life with Je...

In ‘Resurrection Roots, Servant Life’. Rick explores how Jesus’ death and resurrection reshape what it means to live a life of purpose, significance, and service. Rooted in Mark 9:30–37, he teaches that a true Christian life is built on the miraculous foundation of resurrection and expressed through humble servanthood. The resurrection isn’t just a belief—it’s the root of the Christian...

In ‘A different type of Kingdom: Trouble, Doubt and Prayer’, Dave Frodsham of Jubilee Church Wirral looks at Mark 9:9-29 In his message, Dave makes three points: – The Kingdom comes with trouble – The Kingdom comes with faith, looking at how Jesus dealt with doubt – The Kingdom comes with prayer The post Dave Frodsham: Trouble, Doubt and Prayer first appeared on Jubilee Church Wirral .

Tim Hughes of Jubilee Church Wirral reflects on spiritual experiences where God feels tangibly present, using a U2 concert moment as an opening illustration. He suggests that all humans long for experiences beyond the material, pointing to the existence of God, specifically the God of the Bible. For you, that might not be U2 playing Where the Streets Have No Name, but it’s likely to be somet...

Dave Frodsham of Jubilee Church Wirral on why the resurrection of Jesus demands a personal decision for us today. Dave reiterates the fact that we must decide what we believe about Jesus – is he Lord, liar, or a lunatic? He emphasises that there is strong historical evidence for Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection — more reliable than many accepted historical records. If Jesus really rose from th...

Andrew Chu reflects on the trial of Jesus from Mark 14:43 to Mark 15:20, breaking it into four parts to explore how Jesus’ identity remains unshaken, even as everything is stripped away from Him—status, followers, reputation, and support.. Andrew talks about how we often talk about our families or our jobs when we first introduce ourselves to people and talk about who we are. But what happens when...

In ‘A different type of king’, Dave looks at Mark 11: 1-26, when Jesus enters Jerusalem. Jesus enters Jerusalem not on a war horse, but on a young donkey, fulfilling the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9 (Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you,righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.) Jesus is power...

Helen on how God spoke in the past and continues to speak in the present. Helen’s message is split into three parts: 1. God Spoke 2. Speaking to God 3. God Still Speaks Today Helen shares an incredible story about the birth of her son Mikey, showing how God doesn’t just speak through scripture or directly to us – although He does both of those things – but sometimes by speaking through...

In ‘Peter’s Decision’, Rick looks at Peter’s declaration that Jesus is the Christ and the implications of truly following Him. He focuses on several themes:  The Identity of Jesus – Peter’s recognition of Jesus as the Christ is a pivotal moment in the Gospel of Mark.– “Christ” is not a surname but a title meaning “Anointed One,” referring to the Messiah who had been prophesied ab...

Phil looks at Jesus’ miracles, faith, and spiritual awareness, using Mark 8’s account of the feeding of the 4,000 as its central theme. Phil takes us through Jesus’ journey through different regions, including Gentile areas like Phoenicia and Decapolis, emphasising that Jesus’ miracles were not just about physical provision but also revealed spiritual truths. Jesus showed compassion and grace to G...

In Approaching Jesus, Dave  looks at Mark 7: 24-37. Dave discusses two encounters Jesus had with Gentiles: 1. The Syrophoenician Woman – A desperate mother begs Jesus to heal her demon-possessed daughter. Jesus initially responds with a parable comparing Gentiles to dogs, emphasising that His mission is first to the Jews. However, the woman humbly acknowledges this but persists, demonstrating grea...

Visiting speaker and “itinerant evangelist” Steve Hurd, former leader of the Ark Church in Huddersfield, on the importance of evangelism and inviting others to meet Jesus. Steve talks about how a persistent Church of England curate’s invitations to play squash sowed the seeds of his spiritual awakening and how another CoE curate’s persistence in inviting him to events event...

In Working with a generous God, Rick considers the gospel of Mark, chapter 6 verses 30 to 44. This is the famous passage describing when Jesus miraculously provides for the crowd – ‘the feeding of the 5000’. In the message, Rick covers five key themes. God’s generosity – The miracle demonstrates that God not only provides but does so abundantly, as seen in the leftover baskets of food....

Dave looks at Mark 7: 1-23. He talks about how, during the COVID-19 pandemic, handwashing became a significant practice, with people learning proper techniques, such as washing for 20 seconds or using hand sanitiser. While initially seen as an imposed rule, it was ultimately beneficial for public health. Mark 7 is an account of a time when the Pharisees criticised Jesus’ disciples for not washing...

Chris looks at Mark 6:45-56 – Jesus walking on water. He focuses on three key points: Living on Prayer – Highlighting Jesus’ commitment to prayer and encouraging daily personal prayer as an essential, life-sustaining practice. God Doesn’t Need Google Maps – Illustrating that God knows exactly where we are and what we need, just as Jesus saw the struggling disciples before calming the storm. Faith:...

Visiting preacher Graham Webb of our sister church Jubilee Church Liverpool looks at Mark 6. Jesus is rejected in his hometown of Nazareth and sends the twelve disciples on mission. Graham highlights the contrast between the people’s lack of faith in Jesus and the disciples’ mission of faith and trust in God. Graham encourages us as Christians to embrace our mission with boldness, resilience, and...

Rick looks at Mark 5:24-34, where Jesus heals a woman with a 12-year-long bleeding condition. He highlights four challenges she faced: prolonged illness, financial ruin, poverty, and worsening health. After she sought help from doctors to no avail, the woman’s desperation led her to Jesus, who healed her through her faith. Rick emphasises the importance of faith as a gift from God and encour...