The Word in Biggleswade

Reflections on the story of Hagar, the slave of Abram and Sarai. What can we learn from this story - what it has to say about the journeys we have found ourselves on to get to this point and what God has in store for us that we can’t comprehend yet? Whatever our experiences both past and present, we can be confident that God is with us on the journey.   Genesis 16: 1-16 John Ingrey   Sunday 20th A...

Reflections on the exaggerated use of language in Scripture – in relation to aspects of God’s nature and purpose that we should all really know. But do we recognise Him and have we been paying attention?    Isaiah 40:18-31 Cliff Andrews   Sunday 13th August   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

This week we explore how the disciples responded to reconnecting with Jesus. The excited anticipation, the spontaneous worship and then grabbing hold of the Great Commission that Jesus lays down for them. They doubted too but that never stopped them receiving his love, care and blessing.   Matthew 28:16-20 Gareth Godfrey   Sunday 6th August   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchur...

Experiencing a small taste of both the witness and the wackiness of last week’s Holiday Bible Club, we reflect on the impact of the stories shared during the HBC week. How might the stories about Jesus and those that Jesus told guide our lives? Where is Jesus in your story and how can we make sure that we are also part of His story?   Martin Ceaser   Holiday Bible Club Sunday 30th July   Find out...

In the last in the series on the Lordship of Jesus, we explore the challenge to be devoted to Him. We are called to a whole life focus and commitment to Jesus, channelled through regular and powerful prayer times. We are called to demonstrate that devotion by sharing our passion for Him with others in our lives too.   Colossians 4:2-6 Martin Ceaser   The Lordship of Jesus #7 Sunday 23rd July   Fin...

A short, bonus episode from this week's service, exploring why communion is such an important act for us as Christian family gathered together. Why not come and join us one Sunday to experience His love for yourself? www.bbchurch.org.uk

How might we learn from Christ’s example to be the best possible employees and employers we can possibly be? We may not work like slaves any more but this section from Colossians gives us a new and challenging perspective on what it means to work as though doing so for the Lord.   Colossians 3:22-4:1 Martin Ceaser   The Lordship of Jesus #6 Sunday 16th July   Find out more about our church communi...

The hardest place to live out Christian values is in the home. Counter intuitive though that may be, we are called to honour him as we honour one another in close family relationships. How can we love others as Christ loves us, submit to others as He submits to the Father and not frustrated each other in the everyday things of life?   Colossians 3:18-21 Martin Ceaser   The Lordship of Jesus #5 Sun...

The most important thing? To know that the message of Christ brings us peace – a peace so deep that grows as we become closer in our relationship with the Lord. The message is that we should love God and love others wholeheartedly for the Kingdom of God is near. It’s time to follow Him, to seek first the Kingdom and to enter into it.  Colossians 3:15-17 Cliff Andrews The Lordship of Jesus #4 Sunda...

If we are to throw off our old selves of sin, what should we be putting on instead? Put on the clothes that Christ has given us – compassion, kindness, humility, patience, all bound in love – revealing the image of Christ in the lives of others. Let’s live like we are chosen, holy and dearly loved - promoting love, unity and healthy community!   Colossians 3:12-14 Martin Ceaser   The Lordship of J...

In the ordinary Christian life, we reap what we sow… but we can’t rely on our own good deeds to ensure we share in the wonderful things that Christ has for us. We are called to live life by the Spirit and accept the Christ’s forgiveness and freedom as we devote ourselves to follow Him and put Jesus first.   Galatians 6:6-10 Nick Treby   Sunday 18th June   Find out more about our church community a...

We continue to explore living differently because we believe in and follow Jesus. Identifying the key things involved in taking off our old selves and putting on the new self that Christ has prepared for us. We acknowledge too that it is a process – and we live in tension with our old selves - the process of sanctification.   Colossians 3:5-11 Martin Ceaser   The Lordship of Jesus #2 Sunday 11th J...

A new series moving from the encounters with the risen Jesus to what that means for our ordinary, everyday lives. The truth about Jesus Christ has a personal implication and impact on how those of us who follow him lead our lives. How should we respond to this challenge? Colossians 2:20-4:6 Martin Ceaser The Lordship of Jesus #1 Sunday 4th June Find out more about our church community at www.bbchu...

The Bible is full of examples of children of all ages – taking the chance to show their kindness, bravery and wisdom to serve God. As we celebrate the young and not-so-young heroes of Scripture, what can we learn for our own journeys of faith?   Cliff Andrews   Sunday 28th May   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

The last resurrection appearance was not to the friends of Jesus but to one that had been attacking the followers of Jesus. What does the encounter on the Damascus road, and how it happened, tell us about Jesus turning our lives around when we follow him?   Acts 9:1-9 Martin Ceaser   Sunday 21st May   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

As Jesus made his final resurrection appearance, he gave his disciples their last instructions – to go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them and teaching them. That Great Commission is just as relevant to us today as we head out in the full authority of Jesus.   Matthew 28:18-20 Martin Ceaser   Sunday 14th May   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

On this historic Coronation weekend, we shift our attention from the new King to the King of Kings – the one who didn’t take on his majesty but laid it aside and is exalted above all others at the Father’s right hand. Are we ready to acknowledge that Jesus is the only King who truly deserves our pledge of allegiance?   Philippians 2:7-11 & Revelation 19:11-16 Martin Ceaser   Coronation Weekend...

The disciples, still reeling from the events of the first Easter, go back to what they know best – fishing. However, their encounter with Jesus leads to a miraculous catch, redemption for Peter and recommissioning. What can we learn from how Jesus takes away burdens – their guilt, fear and shame? John 21:1-17 Martin Ceaser   Easter #6 Sunday 30th April   Find out more about our church community at...

Lessons from the story of Thomas about the fear of missing out and the lengths Jesus will go to include us, welcome us, forgive us, restore us and help us to grow into the people he made us to be. Stop doubting and believe! John 20:19-29 Martin Ceaser Easter #5 Sunday 23rd April   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

A whistle-stop tour through several post-resurrection encounters that the disciples had with Jesus – and how Jesus continued to teach his friends through these experiences, despite their mixture of misunderstanding and disbelief. Mike Sladen   Easter #4 Sunday 16th April   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

Unravelling the confusion of the first Easter morning – from the perspective of the disciples who were there, as they moved from grief and despair to belief and joyful celebration. This time, it’s personal… John 20:1-22 David Taylor   Easter Sunday Easter #3 Sunday 9th April   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

Live from Biggleswade Market Square, we get a taster of what's so good about this dark and tragic day. Why is Good Friday such Good News to us, our families, our friends and our community of Biggleswade? Martin Ceaser   Good Friday Easter #2 Friday 7th April   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

Much was anticipated upon Jesus' arrival into Jerusalem but did the people really know what to expect? Do we know what to expect and the significance of what Jesus can do in our lives today?! Martin Ceaser   Palm Sunday Easter #1 Sunday 2nd April   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

Jesus gives us a lesson in how to overcome fear. The key to powerful, effective prayer is knowing that in God’s will, we find peace – no matter how intolerable the circumstances we find ourselves in. Matthew 26:36-46 Martin Ceaser The Prayers of Jesus Lent #5 Sunday 26th March   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk

Protected, set apart and commissioned to make a difference in the world. Jesus prays that we will be united with God and with each other, to shine his light wherever we go. John 17:1-26 Martin Ceaser   The Prayers of Jesus Lent #4 Sunday 19th March   Find out more about our church community at  www.bbchurch.org.uk