Around The Fire

Part 3: Bible - 'Character Of God' How does the Bible help us to know God’s character? Jonny & Sarah continue looking at the subject of the Bible. This is like a hugeee subject, and this week they are looking at what the Bible says about the Character Of God . He is God. He has always existed. He existed before and outside of time. He is Life. Life is found and sustained in Him. Nothin...

Part 2: Bible - 'Story' As a church community, we've been reading a 'YouVersion' bible plan together. People have been noticing the threads of God’s big story from the beginning, pointing towards Jesus – our rebellion and his redemption; often looking for how to live in self help books yet we have this wisdom for life in the Bible… We have some great listeners questions too whi...

Part 1: Bible - 'Study' Why does studying the Bible matter? How do we approach word of God?  How does it influence and change my way of being?   How would we explain the bible to an Alien? How would we explain the bible to an Alien?? Yep, we love listeners questions. Actually, that is a really good question. How would we explain the bible to someone who has no idea what it is? So much gold...

Part 4: 'Sabbath' Where is it helping others who don’t yet know Jesus? How is it building community? For the last three episodes, Jonny & Sarah have been sharing their thoughts on fasting. It's been super interesting, and this episode continues unpacking this topic, looking at what is Sabbath. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big id...

Part 3: 'Dependence' If i'm fasting, what should I do if someone pops around for for coffee or an impromptu take out? How does fasting work in a shared household if someone is fasting and others aren't? Some brilliant questions from listeners that Jonny & Sarah tackle in this, the third episode in the Soul Path Fasting series. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny &a...

Part 2: 'When you Fast' What is “biblical” fasting? Does giving up social media or a hobby count or should it always be food? How should I fast from food? What if I’m on medication that requires me to eat? Just some of the questions Jonny & Sarah tackle in this, the second episode in the Soul Path Fasting series. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper ab...

Part 1: 'Hold Tightly' Why do we Fast? Good question! Over the next four weeks, Jonny & Sarah take a look at what Fasting means. Using Roman chapter 12, they look at what the bible teaches on this, and how that applies to us today. We have some great listeners questions too! It's good stuff! Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big idea...

We're back in The Around The Fire podcast studio recording this last episode in the Soul Path, Spiritual Experiences series. Jonny & Sarah wrap up this mini series within the bigger umbrella series of Soul Path. Our next 4 episodes look at the theme of Fasting. Spiritual Experiences are products of grace, which we all have in common, and can look very different from each other but are how...

Welcome Sarah Vincent to the Around The Fire Podcast. Our final special guest in the Spiritual Experiences series. Recorded on Location during the annual 'Elim Leaders Summit' in Harrogate, UK in May 2024. Continuing the Soul Path, 'Spiritual Experiences' series, Jonny & Sarah are joined by Sarah Vincent. Sarah leads community playgroups, a community centre, and faith based gat...

We have our Second Special Guest! Whoo! Recorded on Location during the annual 'Elim Leaders Summit' in Harrogate, UK in May 2024. Continuing the Soul Path, 'Spiritual Experiences' series, Jonny & Sarah are joined by Helen Yousaf. Helen is a Creative Songwriter, Elim Minister and an Artist based in Essex, UK. We may have an Around The Fire Podcast first too. Yes, there will be...

We have our first Special Guest! And even more exciting, the next 3 podcasts were recorded on Location during the annual 'Elim Leaders Summit' in Harrogate, UK in May 2024. Continuing the Soul Path, 'Spiritual Experiences' series, Jonny & Sarah are joined by Stephen Dawson who is leader on team at Emmanuel, Brighton, UK. Jonny, Sarah and Stephen were part of a recent @compassio...

Spiritual Experiences are products of grace, which we all have in common, and can look very different from each other but are how we build up a community. Our direction of thinking is to be humble and respectful towards each other. How does Holy Spirit work to bring gifts or to help us with the grace given to us? How can we make space in our lives for more spiritual experiences? It's the start...

'Come To Me'. It's part 4, the final episode of 'Solitude'. Matthew 11:28-30 - 28  Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” In t...

'Rest'. Welcome to part 3 of 'Solitude'. What is a rhythm of life? How can I create one? Why do I need to connect and disconnect? Is rest just about the physical? Is sleep a spiritual discipline? O ur rest needs to be spiritual, physical and mental . Just a few of the questions and thoughts Jonny & Sarah chat over in this episode. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonn...

'Jesus withdrew'. It's part 2 of' Solitude'. Jesus models a life of engagement and serving others with retreating to be alone with the Father. We need both too! Solitude and silence allow us to connect with God in ways that hustle and busyness does not. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by...

It's a new month and a new topic to explore as part of the Soul Path season. For the next 4 weeks, Jonny & Sarah talk around the thought of 'Solitude' , this week focusing on 'Peace'. Romans 12:18 Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone. What does this verse really mean? How can we do all we can to live in peace with everyone? What is Solitude really? Why does it...

Jonny & Sarah land the plane on the idea of 'Feasting'. This episode is centred around Ephesians 3. What does a 'Hymn of Praise', or 'Response of Praise' look like, and what does it mean? Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for u...

As you'll hear, Sarah was proper looking forward to this episode. For those who know Sarah, she loves to celebrate, 'hence', this one is all about 'Celebration'. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practice...

It's part 2 of Feasting, and Jonny & Sarah are thinking about 'Hospitality'. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. What is Feasting? Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping our Soul Path . In our commitment to love God, ourselves, and...

We are in to March already. 2024 is flying, and with a new month, means a new focus in our Soul Path journey - Feasting. In this episode, Jonny & Sarah are thinking about 'FEASTING' and 'The Bread of Life' from Romans 12, John 6 + Ephesians 3. Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. What is Feasting? W...

It's the final part of 'Community'. What does community actually mean ? Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping our Soul Path . In our commitment to love God, ourselves, and others, we will adventure...

It's part 3 of 'Community'. What does community actually mean ? Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping our Soul Path . In our commitment to love God, ourselves, and others, we will adventure in what...

The Soul Path conversations continue with part 2 of 'Community'. What does community actually mean Bab? :) Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping our Soul Path . In our commitment to love God, ourselves,...

The Soul Path conversations continue as we head in to a new month, this time with the topic of 'Community'. What does community actually mean? Tracking the Sunday communications at ELC, Jonny & Sarah go deeper about these big ideas, and how to apply them. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping our Soul Path . In ou...

It's episode four where Jonny & Sarah continue with Soul Path conversations, this time looking at what it means 'To Communicate Jesus'. Also in this episode, Jonny & Sarah summarise January's overarching theme - 'Kingdom makes no sense without the King'. Formed by Romans chapter twelve , 2024 will be an opportunity for us to explore pathways and practices shaping ou...