The Speak Life Podcast

Glen Scrivener and Rev Dr Paul Blackham continue talking about about sharing the Gospel in three steps, using the 321 structure.  This time they focus on the ‘TWO’ part. Support the show

On this podcast, Glen talks to Rev Dr Paul Blackham about sharing the Gospel with 321. Support the show

2014 marks the 100th Anniversary of WW1, and what better time to consider the actions of the human race. Glen was asked to speak at a WW1 commemoration, and you can hear that right here! Support the show

Barry Cooper is the face of Discipleship Explored, and he’s joined by Nate Morgan-Locke who is presents the Soul Course for Christianity Explored Ministries. He’s also a Children’s and Youth Ministry. Barry’s book ‘Can I Really Trust the Bible’ looks at questions people have about scripture: The Bible makes big claims for itself. But do those claims stand up? Aren’t the stories just legends? Hasn’...

Often we may feel that Evangelism is a big burden, and we need to have a polished rehearsal of conversation.  Evangelism happens above our heads, and below our feet. Andy and Glen have a quick chat about Glen’s schedule, and then listed to a sermon Glen preached about how God works despite our feeble efforts. Support the show

There are stages of starvation when you don’t feel hungry. Some people are similar, in that they don’t want to bother with God, as if Christians have a ‘hobby’ that they don’t.  How do we communicate to people who couldn’t care less? How can we explain the essential nature of the good news? Again 321 helps answer the question. Support the show

Christopher Hitchen’s wrote the book “God is not great”, and blames religion for many of societies problems. Is there truth in that, and in what way is Christianity NOT like a religion? We talk about: What do we mean when we say Religion? Is Christianity a ‘Religion’? Jefferson Bethke’s video Jesus Vs Religion. Religion is only the cause of 7% of wars, historical. Again 321 helps answer the questi...

What do you say if someone asks “What about other faiths? Are they all wrong?” Glen Scrivener and Andy Brinkley look at the comparative religions, and asks if Christianity is one of them. How does Christianity stand out from the crowd? Again 321 helps answer the question. Support the show

Hasn’t Science disproved the bible? Do we need God? Glen Scrivener and Andy Brinkley look at the interaction of Faith and Science. Some people may hold Science as the rule by which we judge everything – including the spiritual. Is this the right way round? Again 321 helps answer the question. Support the show

In this podcast episode, Glen and Andy look at the *truth* of the Gospel. How do Christian’s really know the Gospel is true? Is it just a fuzzy feeling, or is there more to it than that? Again 321 helps answer the question. Support the show

Suffering is something that affects us all. Is it something that we should just shrug off and say ‘that’s life’, or should we be upset in it all. We also look at the question of where is God in suffering. Again 321 helps answer the question. Support the show

In our series of “hot topics” we’ve talked about Homosexuality, Hell, and now we look at Hypocrisy. Have people said to you: “I don’t go to church because it’s full of hypocrites?”. How should we answer?  321 helps answer the question. Support the show

In our series of “hot topics” we talk about God’s judgement. In particular, how can a loving God send people to hell? We see how 321 helps answer the question: THREE: Judgement is not original to God – love is. TWO: In Adam, we’re already in the pit – hell is this disconnected life. ONE: Eternal life is a connection to Christ. Armed with these truths we see how hell is not opposed to a God of love...

Though not a usual subject first addressed in Evangelism, people do often ask questions about Christians and Homosexuality – how should we respond? Sometimes reading about David and Jonathan in 1 Samuel 18:1-4 shows very close, no-erotic love.  What’s our reaction? We ask the questions Are Christians against Gays? and Is the Bible anti-Gay? We talk about a photo history of male affection which has...

In this episode we talk about Easter. In particular we spotlight our latest spoken word video: “Bread of Heaven.” link We also speak about Easter preaching. Here’s a selection of 8 Easter sermons I’ve given in other settings. Nothing a resurrection won’t fix (Job) (featured in this podcast) The Suffering Servant Rises (Isaiah 50) Why the Cross? (Matt 26:36-46) The Power of the Cross (Mark 15:21-41...

Glen finishes up by answering a question submitted after last weeks episode. In this podcast show we talk about Glen’s sermon on Luke 14. Support the show

In this series about Evangelistic Speaking, Glen and Andy discuss 10 ‘commandments’ to adhere too. Here they are: Thou shalt worship Christ from the pulpit. Thou shalt communicate the newness of God’s revelation. Thy tone shall be declarative and devotional. Thy method shall be expositional and christocentric. Thou shalt not preach “the passage” thou shalt preach Christ from the passage. Thy fever...

In this series on Evangelistic Speaking, Glen and Andy discuss 10 steps in preparing and evangelistic talk. Here are the ten steps: STEP ONE: Read, Read and Read again. STEP TWO: Write an initial SUMMARY STEP THREE: Make notes on each and every verse. STEP FOUR: Consult the Wisdom of Others. STEP FIVE: Return to the SUMMARY STEP SIX: Shape it for your audience STEP SEVEN: Make an OUTLINE STEP EIGH...

Find out what happens when you speak to people about the Good News. It’s more than just passing on information, something is going on spiritually… Join Glen and Andy as they continue to talk about 2 Corinthians 4. Support the show

Giving an evangelistic talk is more than just sharing a few thoughts about a Bible passage!  Evangelistic speaking is a spiritual event – does that mean it’s without error? Join Glen and Andy as they talk about 2 Corinthians 4, and the act of sharing God’s Word! Support the show

Crossing London is a big city wide mission that will be happening this year.  At a recent meeting, Glen got to talk to Martin Durham about his work – just one of the people/teams that will be taking part. Support the show

Glen traveled to Edinburgh to speak at the Christian Unions mission week at Edinburgh Napier University but something amazing happened before he arrived! Today we look at top tips on how to prepare for missions week, and gives some practical tips so it doesn’t just end up being a shotgun mission! Support the show

Too often, we’ve turned evangelism into a chore, or duty, rather than an opportunity of giving! God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9: 7) Can we apply that to evangelism too?  Can we say that it’s a joy to speak to people about the good news?! Support the show

Have you heard people say they are too bad for God, that He would never forgive them? Or, on the other hand, they’ve never done anything wrong? The thing is, no matter what we’ve done, we’re condemned already. Is that bad news though? To those who know they are sinners, it’s GOOD NEWS! Yea! Support the show

Surely gaining converts is the goal of every evangelist? Glen explains it’s not the evangelist’s job to gain converts! The evangelist’s job is to offer Christ! How does this work out in practice? Support the show