The Speak Life Podcast

In this episode, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey explore the topic of ecclesial narratology. What's that? Let's find out. In a nutshell, our vision for the church is too small. Your podcast presenter is Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out on our YouTube channel on 20th June 22. Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church t...

In today's episode, Nate Morgan Locke talks to Paul Feesey about his recent sermon on the parable of the prodigal son (or lost son, as it is sometimes called) in Luke 15v11–32. The well known children's story 'Where the Wild Things Are' by Maurice Sendak has some interesting similarities to the parable. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out on our Y...

With Trinity Sunday incoming, Glen and Paul discuss why the Trinity is absolutely essential to the Christian faith. Support the show

Glen Scrivener and Paul Feesey interview Jonathan Black, a Pentecostal lecturer at Regents Theological College. With Pentecost rapidly approaching (5th June), they talk about why Pentecost matters, and what it means. Your podcast presenters are Thomas Thorogood and Paul Feesey. Jonathan Black's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jonathan_Black_ Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversat...

With ascension day tomorrow (Thursday 26th May 2022), Glen Scrivener, Nate Morgan Locke & Paul Feesey discuss the significance of Christ's ascension. Your podcast presenters are Thomas Thorogood and Paul Feesey. Check out these resources related to ascension: https://www.christthetruth.net/2015/05/14/happy-ascension-day-2/ Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out...

Paul Feesey from Speak Life interviews Debbie Mountford about the Roe vs Wade situation, the case for the humanity of the unborn, common pro-choice objections and how the church can speak into these issues with truth and grace. Clips from this interview featured in SLP408. Your podcast presenter is Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk Speak Life is a UK based charity that reso...

With recent news coming out of the States regarding the possible overturning of Roe vs Wade, the subject of abortion is once more in the headlines. In this episode, Glen Scrivener, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey reflect on Paul's recent interview with pro-life speaker Debbie Mountford and discuss the church's responsibility to address the plight of the unborn. Your podcast presenter i...

With the world seemingly more divided than ever, Glen, Nate & Paul discuss if, when and how Christians should engage with the culture wars. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 9th May 22. Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world. Learn more about us here: speaklife.org.uk T...

This sermon was preached by Glen Scrivener at All Souls Church, Eastbourne on 19 September 2021. Support the show

In today's episode, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey discuss Disney, the power of story to shape young minds and how to navigate these things as Christians. Your podcast hosts are Paul Feesey and Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out on our YouTube channel on 25th April 22. Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the...

Speak Life director Glen Scrivener interviews Marcus Honeysett about his new book 'Powerful Leaders?'. IVP Downloadable Resource for the book: https://ivpbooks.com/blog/powerful-leaders-an-audit-for-churches-and-christian-organizations-free-digital-download.html Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out on our YouTube channel on 19th April 22. Speak Life is a UK...

We didn't do a live SpeakEasy show this week, but we have a treat for you. Nate Morgan Locke's sermon on Lazarus, preached at All Souls Eastbourne on the 20th of March 2022. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world. Learn more about us here: speaklife.org.uk Join our internship programme here: speaklifefoundry.c...

In this episode, Glen Scrivener, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey discuss the different ways we approach evangelism and how we can do it in such a way as to be encouraged, not exhausted. Glen's debate with Bart Ehrman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9PQQNiirhI&t Glen's article for The Gospel Coalition: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/secular-denial-evolution/ Contact th...

In this episode, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey discuss Mother's day in the church calendar. Is it just shrewd marketing by Hallmark or could there be a deeper meaning? Your podcast host is Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 28th Mar 22. Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources th...

In this week's episode, Nate Morgan Locke and Paul Feesey discuss Vladmir Putin's recent use of scripture at a rally in Russia and the wider influence faith may have on his thinking. Your podcast host is Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 21st Mar 22. Speak Life is a UK based charity t...

In today's episode, Glen Scrivener and Paul Feesey discuss the ongoing lawsuit against Ed Sheeran in regards to his song Shape Of You, as well as examining some other cases that have been made for plagiarism. But are these really cases of plagiarism or just influences? And is there copyright in the kingdom? Your podcast host is Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This co...

The secularization thesis was the theory that the world is destined to get less religious as prosperity grows across the world. The thesis is looking increasingly like a myth. The world is becoming far more religious and Christianity remains the largest worldview globally. As we face war, plague and economic hardship, many are turning to a spirituality many had assumed was destined to die out. How...

On tonight's Speakeasy, Glen, Nate & Paul talk about the events that have unfolded in Ukraine over the last week. Russian forces are currently invading Kiev and other cities around the country. Your podcast hosts are Paul Feesey and Thomas Thorogood. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 28th Feb 22. Speak...

On this week's Speakeasy, Glen, Paul & Nate discuss the recent Post Office scandal which has affected over 700 postmasters and postmistresses in the last 20 years. They also take a look at the Jim Carrey movie, 'The Truman Show'. Finally, podcast hosts Paul Feesey and Thomas Thorogood have some 'Final Musings' about the above. Contact the show: info@speaklife.org.uk Th...

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Nate Morgan-Locke and Paul Feesey discuss Stephen Colbert's comments in regards to his faith and comedy, alongside the response to it from Pastor Tim Keller and others on twitter. Following this, they take a look at David Fincher's 2010 film 'The Social Network' and what it has to say about our need for Jesus. Finally, podcast hosts Paul Feesey and Thomas Thorogood have some &a...

Paul Feesey and Nate Morgan Locke discuss the current situation with Spotify, particularly the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan's podcast and the Neil Young ultimatum. Following this, they'll be discussing how David Fincher's 1997 film "The Game" brings up issues of gnostic evangelism and control freakishness throughout its intrigue and terror. Finally, podcast hosts Paul...

It has emerged as the most urgent fault line in society — our positions on vaccines. But how do we respond as Christians to a world torn apart by the strongest feelings. And what does the 1999 film, The Talented Mr Ripley, reveal about the human condition? This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 24th Jan 22. Your podcast hosts are Paul Feesey and Thomas Tho...

The world is discussing the 'partygate' situation of number 10 Downing Street. Glen Scrivener, Paul Feesey and Nate Morgan Locke respond. Following last week's discussion on 'The Green Mile', we look at another Tom Hanks film... 'Road to Perdition'. This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 17th Jan 22. Your podcast hosts ar...

The world is discussing Novak Djokovic's vaccine situation in the onset of the Australian Open. Glen Scrivener, Paul Feesey and Nate Morgan Locke respond. Also introducing our new feature; discussing the theology of a film from at least 10 years ago. Today is 'The Green Mile'. This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 10th Jan 22. Your podcast...