St Aldates Church | Oxford

A deep, personal longing for more of God's presence is essential. Simon explores how this yearning connects us to God's love and power, which surpasses all other desires. Psalm 63:1-5 Philippians 3:10-14

Kicking off our summer series on Prayer, Jodie encourages us to get hungry. We need to earnestly ask God for what we desire and align our wants with His will. We should embrace vulnerability and intention in our prayers, and see how God responds to genuine, heartfelt petitions. Matthew 20:29-34, Habakkuk 3:2

Looking at Jesus' teachings about lust and unfaithfulness, Simon highlighs the significance of maintaining integrity in our relationships and the power of God's grace in offering forgiveness and transformation. Matthew 5:28-29 and John 8:1-11

God's unchanging love and forgiveness invite us into a deeper, more faithful relationship with Him. Emily unpacks Jesus' teaching on adultery in Matthew and his compassionate response to a woman caught in adultery in John. How might we stay faithful to him? Matthew 5:28-29 and John 8:1-11

True contentment comes from focusing on God's sufficiency rather than comparing ourselves to others. Stephen encourages us to trust God, count our blessings, break the hold of possessions, and aspire to virtues like Jesus so we can shift from coveting to contentment. Philippians 4:10-20

Jesus' teachings challenge us to manage anger constructively and embody the peace of God in our daily lives. Simon explores the biblical context and modern implications of the Sixth Commandment, 'You shall not murder,' focusing on the roots of anger and its transformation through righteous living and spiritual growth.  Genesis 4:1-9 Matthew 5:21-22

64 countries are set to hold elections in 2024, in a matter of days the UK will be going to the polls for our general election. How should we engage with this? How would Jesus vote? Mark 12:13-17

Simon explores the commandment to honour our father and mother in our series 'Freedom Rules'. We dig in to how this commandment can be applied this father's day. Luke 2:41-51 Deuteronomy 5:16

Owen discusses how to navigate the relationships we have with our parents in our series Freedom Rules. Exodus 20:12

Names matters. As we explore the significance of God’s name, Stephen highlights its role as a gift and tool for connection. Understanding that respecting God’s name can transform our relationship with him and help us navigate life’s challenges. Exodus 3:7-15 Exodus: 20:7

Taking a look at the ninth commandment, Jodie unravels the complexity of lying, noting that while some lies may be told with good intentions, God's call for truthfulness and justice remains paramount, ultimately pointing to Jesus as the embodiment of truth and the path to genuine freedom. Exodus 20:16

Delving into the 9th commandment, Simon highlights the importance of truthfulness as an essential component of living a life in harmony with God and community. He explores how truth shapes our integrity, aligns us with God's will, and stands as a cornerstone of justice and discipleship. Psalm 51 : 1 - 12

Stephen kicks off our new series "Freedom Rules", all about the Ten Commandments and the relevance they have to our lives today. Exodus 20:1-4

What does it look like to pick your cross? Bishop Graham Tomlin encourages us to make room for Christ in our lives, to be intentional, and to deny ourselves in order to become more like Jesus. Matthew 26:21-27

John 8:32

John 8:32

Jesus invites us to follow him and abide in His word. Simon helps us understand that through Jesus' teachings, we are offered agency, a sense of home, and liberation. We find ultimate freedom in the truth he offers. John 8:31-32

We are not meant to be a Christian on our own. There is power in community to build us up and encourage our faith. Stephen encourages us to forge great friendships within the church and use them to spur creativity and passion for Jesus. John 13: 21-35 John 15: 9-15

Discipleship is both active and contemplative, rooted in love for Jesus and a commitment to share His message with the world. Jodie takes a look at the story of Mary & Martha, highlighting the importance of prioritising an intimate relationship with Jesus over serving and being busy. Luke 10:38-42

Kicking off our new series Follow, Stephen helps us to understand that by getting close to Jesus we become conduits of his transformative power, impacting our surroundings with his redemptive presence. How do you follow Jesus closely? Matthew 4:18-22 Matthew 16:24-28

Kicking off our new series Follow, Stephen helps us to understand that by getting close to Jesus we become conduits of his transformative power, impacting our surroundings with his redemptive presence. How do you follow Jesus closely? Matthew 4:18-22 Matthew 16:24-28

Delving into Romans 6, Dan explores how Jesus’ resurrection changes everything for those who believe in Him. Being united with Christ in his death and resurrection means freedom from sin's power, security in the future resurrection, and peace in knowing God's love and grace. Romans 6:1-14