Living Rock Podcast

In this message, Hilary encourages us to pursue Holy Spirit boldness in the face of fear, uncertainty, and spiritual opposition. Drawing from Acts 3–4, we hear how ordinary disciples like Peter and John did extraordinary things through the power of the Spirit—and how we can do the same today. Whether we’re facing challenges, sharing our faith, or loving each other practically, this boldness isn’t...

Ian reflects on some extraordinary men and women who served our country during the war as part of the 80th anniversary of VE day.

When Jesus told the story of the two types of builder, and said that the wise man builds on rock (Matthew 7:24-27), He was setting the scene for His promise that He would build His House (the church) on Rock (Matthew 16:18) - a solid, secure and unshakeable foundation. So what does that mean for us in practical terms today?  How is the church to be built? What are the essential foundations?  And h...

In this message Issy shares her journey getting to know the Holy Spirit and how He has impacted her life.

In this message, Ovi reminds us that every one of us is called to be a witness for Jesus in the world. It’s not about how impressive our CV is or how “ready” we feel—because God isn’t looking for perfect qualifications or polished abilities. What He desires is our willingness to receive the power of the Holy Spirit. That’s what transforms us from ordinary people into extraordinary witnesses. Our f...

At the Last Supper (John 13-17), Jesus explained to His disciples that He would soon be leaving and would send His Holy Spirit to be with them.  He described many aspects of the Spirit’s ministry, but first and foremost that the Spirit would be with them forever; He would ABIDE (stay close, remain permanently). This wonderful truth is especially relevant because it is precisely what Jesus asks of...

In this all-age Easter message, William explores how everything changes when we see that Jesus is alive. Through the stories of Mary Magdalene, the disciples, and Thomas, we’re reminded that the resurrection means we are known, we can have peace, and we can trust—even in the face of doubt and fear. It’s a message full of hope, joy, and the life-changing love of Jesus. He makes all things new.

The world sees restoration as repair - bringing something back to how it was originally. God’s restoration is about transformation, not just repair. It’s not just giving back what was lost—but redeeming it, giving it meaning, and sometimes even replacing it with something greater . In this message Benj looks at how the whole narrative of the Bible is one of restoration. It's a story of a God who l...

In this Easter Sunday message, Stephen Russell looks at the stone that was rolled away—and what it really means for us today. It’s not just about the resurrection; it’s about the barriers in our own lives that Jesus came to remove. Whether it’s shame, guilt, fear, or feeling stuck, this message is a reminder that nothing has to stand between us and God anymore. The stone’s been rolled away—freedom...

In this message, Ovi unpacks what it means to live an extraordinary life—especially under pressure. We take a closer look at the night Jesus was arrested, a moment filled with emotional intensity and looming pain. In the chaos, Peter lashes out, cutting off the ear of Malchus, a servant of the high priest. But Jesus—fully aware of the suffering ahead—pauses to heal him. Even in the face of betraya...

During his time on earth, Jesus was ‘God’s Address’ as a person and also had a residential address in Capernaum where people could find him (Mark 2:1).  God is drawing people to Himself in increasing numbers in our day and they need to know who and where to turn to when this happens. This is why we need to be relaxed and confident in sharing our faith in Jesus so that people can geographically fin...

The story of the kindness shown by King David to Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9) is amazing for many reasons, not least because it is also a picture for us of how God, our Father invites us to leave a place of 'no pasture' and sit at His table, The King’s table, showing us kindness, mercy and faithfulness because of the new covenant we have through the finished work of Jesus.

In this second part of a series of messages about the person of the Holy Spirit and who He is to us; we consider how the Spirit is uniquely able to be My Challenger. He does this in very practical ways, through our Conscience, our Companions, and our Circumstances. In so doing, He helps us to make good choices, embrace change, and shapes our character.  

Jesus calls us to be His witnesses, but we often feel unqualified—too timid, too weary, or unsure if it’s really our role. The good news is that He hasn’t left us to do this in our own strength. In Acts 1:8, Jesus promises that we will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon us, giving us everything we need to boldly share and live out our faith. In this message, Ovi Vlaicu reminds us that w...

In this message from the Extra-Ordinary series, Stephen Russell unpacks the lives of Elijah and Elisha and their powerful connection to Jesus. As Elijah is taken up in a whirlwind, Elisha receives a double portion of his spirit—a picture of the incredible outpouring of the Holy Spirit available to us today. The miracles Elisha performed point us to Jesus’ ministry and His promise that we, too, wou...

In this message from our "Extra-Ordinary" series, Andrew Eagle unpacks what it means to grow in the power of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Scripture, he explores how the Spirit transforms ordinary believers into bold witnesses, equipping them with faith, wisdom, and supernatural strength. This message challenges us to deepen our reliance on the Spirit and step into the extraordinary life God has c...

The Lord’s Supper is more than just a ritual—it’s an invitation to repent, remember, proclaim his return and rejoice in the light of all of this good news! In this message, we dive into Mark 14:22-26 and 1 Corinthians 11:23-33, exploring how repentance is a gift, remembrance is essential, and Christ’s return is our hope. This meal calls us to confront our hearts, to receive the cleansing power of...

As we launch public Sunday gatherings in Leamington Spa we take a closer look at what the church is, and what kind of church Jesus is building. We focus on 3 pictures of the church - the body of Christ, the House of God and the bride of Christ, taking scripture references from the book of Ephesians.

What does it mean to be a child of God? More than just saved, we are royalty —heirs of the Kingdom, sons and daughters of the King! Inspired by a prophetic word that Atherstone is full of royalty , this message dives into 1 Peter 2:9 , Romans 8:17 , and Ephesians 1:5 , revealing our extraordinary identity in Christ . We are no longer who we once were—we are new creations , called to walk in author...

Moses felt pretty ordinary when God called him at the burning bush to lead His people out of slavery. But when Moses changed his response of ‘I can’t’ to ‘I can’, God used him in remarkable ways to fulfill God's purposes for His chosen people and to present a picture of all that Jesus would later come to do.

Act ch 9 includes a wonderful description of the early church, in the season following the conversion of Paul. Here we read of the church’s unity and oneness (despite now being geographically spread out), its peace and strength, its reverence for the Lord, its encouragement by the Holy Spirit, and its consequent increase and multiplication (Acts 9:31).  These fantastic hallmarks are as vital to th...

Do we sometimes put limits on how we experience God? In this message from the ‘Extra-Ordinary’ series, Sam challenges us to step beyond routine faith and embrace the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Using a prophetic picture of an ice cream parlour, she reminds us that while all ice cream has the same base, the flavours are endless—just like the ways God can reveal Himself to us. This message will ins...

Today we turn to Romans 8 v 15-17 where believers are variously described as being Gods sons, Gods children, as having received a Spirit of Adoption and finally as God’s heirs. We consider the vital role of the Holy Spirit in testifying to our spirit to affirm who we are.

Wilderness times appear all through the bible and in our own lives. Wilderness times are challenging times, but the scriptures have plenty to say to help us and the Spirit is with us to lead us through and out of the wilderness. 

Have you ever wondered why speaking in tongues is so important, or even relevant? Is it just for a few “super spiritual” people, or is it meant for all believers? In this message, Stephen unpacks what the Bible says about this powerful gift of the Holy Spirit. Starting in Acts 2:4—where “they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues”—Stephen explores why speaking in...