NCF Sunday Talks

As Jesus called the original cohort of His Disciples to be witnesses about what He has done in their lives, so He is calling us to speak to others about Him too. They don't have to be similar to us - we can and should speak to anyone who God leads us to. God promises to give us the power to do this. What an honour! The script for the whole Service can be read here .

Jesus came to earth to set us free from death and sin. Despite our very best efforts, only He had the power to do this. God valued humanity enough that He dealt with the power of sin. In this Talk we explore how you are God's special possession. His very real mercies cascade onto us. We are set apart exclusively for Him and He enables us to live for Him. Even if we feel that we have never tru...

The Lord is our Shepherd and a very present help in times of trouble. He will be with us when you go through the fire and through deep water. Most of us don't live perpetually epic lives, where we're always on the mountaintop. Generally we don't stay in the valley too long either. The brilliant news is that God is in our dull, ordinary, repetitive and predictable lives anyway! The L...

In April and May 2017 we explored the 'I Am' sayings of Jesus that John recorded in his Gospel. The Bible tells us a lot about what God thinks of us as His followers and apprentices. This present Series of Talks is all about the 'You Ares' of Scripture. Our identity is often found in what others says about us or what we perceive they think about us. These ideas change as time g...

During the Thanksgiving Service for worshipping, learning and serving for 25 years in our present building in Nuneaton, we were reminded that we are all unique bricks that God wants to use. We come together as one, with God as our head. We are different ages and have different ideas, yet God makes us one for the good of others. Let's work together today for the benefit of others in the future...

At various times in our lives we will reach out to someone or something for help. The situation we are facing is too difficult to be good on our own. We need outside help! That's just like a lifebuoy being thrown to someone who is in distress in a body of water. Many people in the Bible turned to God. Bartimaeus was one such person. He was in great need physically, but knew he needed mercy fr...

It's not only famous and wealthy people who leave a legacy when they die. Everybody does! In fact, we all also have a legacy before we physically die. God has given you gifts - certain assets. They are peculiar to you, are beautiful and will encourage others if you use them. The Bible says that Jesus came to earth to serve humanity. We are definitely called to be servants to others too. The w...

We hear about the work of Asia Link, with special attention given to one country. We are also reminded that we are all lights in the world too. You can read about the work of Asia Link here . The script for the whole Service can be read here .

The Book of Acts seems to not have a satisfactory ending at 28:31. There is no 'proper' conclusion. How wonderful! This reminds us that God is still at work today and has been through the past two thousand years. As well as concluding this Series of Talks, we are reminded to get involved with what God is doing today. He is at work. His actions on our behalf and for the good of the world...

Paul, who was transformed by God, wrote to many churches. He also wrote letters to various individuals - some of them were his protégés. There are four such letters in our New Testament canon: 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon.  He writes to them with important topics that come from his desire that they mature well in the things of God. He encourages them to be careful and thorough in doctr...

The New Testament has nine letters written by Paul to various churches - some of which he had helped to found whilst travelling around the Mediterranean. There are some clues in the these letters that he wrote several more, perhaps even many more! We often read of Paul's feelings towards those he loved throughout these letters. All were written to encourage believers, with most having strong...

Paul was led by God to make several long journeys where he explained who God was and the truly incredible things He had done for humanity. You are also on a missionary journey with God. This might seem like a burden or barrier to you at the moment. Pray to God, asking for His anointing and emboldening power to grow in you. Talk to other believers and read the Scriptures too. These things will enco...

For over three years, Paul travelled with friends to take the Good News about Jesus, the risen Saviour to countless numbers of normal people. He covered many miles on foot and by ship in what we call his Second Missionary Journey. In each of the places he would speak and live his life as an apprentice, disciple and apostle of Jesus. Listen to this Talk to hear more details about what he did and wh...

Paul wasn't just called an "Apostle" - he lived his calling from God. What happened on his first journey, where did he go and who went with him? Learn about these things in this Talk. Expect to hear about God giving the initiative and the response being prayer with action and opposition to the Christ centred message.  Hearing about Paul and his friends, does it inspire you to fulfil...

Many people in our society demand instant access, instant knowledge, instant food and instant results. Often there is no short cut to grasping new concepts etc. If we are to get to know God, we need to spend time with Him. This needs to be regular and over a long period of time. After meeting the risen Jesus near Damascus, Paul spent three years in obscurity on the Sinai Peninsular (Arabia). We do...

Saul/Paul met the risen Jesus as he approached Damascus. He'd gone there to persecute the Jesus believers and to stop them spreading a message that he personally thought was blasphemous. He soon discovered that Jesus was the Messiah as his life was interrupted by Him. He realized that he was a sinner and needed a Saviour. Jesus was that Saviour. Acts 9, 22 and 26 tell us about what happened a...

Paul the Sent One (Apostle) is a hero to many people. In this introductory Talk, we hear a little about his background, violently persecuting the fledgling Church and yet a few months before he was executed in Rome, he knew that he had fought a good race and that he had been faithful to God's call on his life. God had drastically transformed him, changing the trajectory of his life. May we to...

Many of us say, "Amen!" regularly. What does it mean? It reminds us that God's Word is firm and true. God is faithful. We can rest in His grace. The four Gospel writers help us to understand the real importance of Jesus' words as they fairly often include the word at the beginning of statements made by Jesus. Like a town crier, let us listen carefully to what Jesus proclaims to...

God is our Father. We may not have had great dads growing or we may long to have been a father, so Father's Day may not be a day to celebrate. However, look how Jesus treated those who were physically around Him on earth. Aim to connect with God. He loves you. He can do things in your life that you can't even imagine. Open your heart and mind to Him. The script for the whole Service can...

Athletes who are serious with what they are doing make it a priority to do what their coach tells them to do. When and how to exercise, what to eat, sleep well and so on. As we follow God as our Lord, so we too should make it a priority to do what He tells us to do. We need to take purposeful actions if we intend to follow Him seriously and with conviction.  How wonderful that God makes it part of...

Our brains cope with remembering a phenomenal amount of information. Some things are much more important than others! Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension are vital to be pondered regularly in our lives. We travel much faster from bondage towards freedom as we meditate on God's strength, kindness and brilliance. Our Lord continues to lavish His love on us. The Bible reminds us to del...

Many of us have attended wedding ceremonies as guests. We're used to what goes on there. Something extremely important has happened. Jesus is calling us, the Church, to be His Bride! God paid what He thought you were worth to make this happen and He is still sending us love letters, which show His affection and commitment to us.  Let's linger at the Lord's table. We won't grow...

Millennia ago God spoke to a selected few - perhaps, kings, priests and prophets. The coming of the Holy Spirit  in Jerusalem at Pentecost was a seismic change. Now God would speak to anyone. How is your connectivity with God? Are you plugged into Him? Let Him equip and empower to work for Him. Ask Him to increase your desire, thirst and love for Jesus. The script for the whole Service can be read...

"This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him." Matthew (chapter 17), Mark (chapter 9) and Luke (chapter 9) all describe Jesus going to the top of a mountain with Peter, James and John. They weren't alone for long, as Moses and Elijah appeared and talked with Jesus. Why did this happen to three of Jesus' disciples and why is it still applicable for you to...

Two of Jesus' followers were walking towards Emmaus when Jesus joined them, though they were not aware that it was Him. It was Resurrection Day and they simply didn't know the major significance of what was happening.  God is calling us not to simply 'stare into the sky' (Acts 1) of where we last saw the Lord, but to work with and for Him on the missions that He has given us al...