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The Restorationist asks "what does it mean to follow Jesus in the 21st century while embodying the values, theology and heart of the first century church?" Host Adam Shaw explores the answers by examining big ideas about life, culture, leadership, preaching and growing the Church.
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Lifepoint Church Podcast

Lifepoint United Pentecostal Church

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Welcome to the Lifepoint Podcast. Whether you are just wondering what Jesus and the Bible are all about or you are a committed Christian looking to deepen your relationship with God, Lifepoint wants to help you “Live Life On Purpose.” We hope that these messages will impact your life and challenge your faith.
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Many Christians love their LGBT friends and want to engage well with issues of sexuality and identity, but aren’t sure how to do it. Join the Living Out team and guests as they tackle some of the most frequently asked questions and seek to navigate the choppy cultural waters with compassion and clarity. If you’re interested in a Christian perspective on sexuality, singleness, trans and identity and want to hear real stories from same-sex attracted Christians, this is the podcast for you. Hos ...
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People telling their stories 'Excellent podcasts' - Gerard Edwards, CEO, 'Podcast Radio' 'A wonderfully made podcast' - Rob Jelly, Presenter, BBC Essex 'Love it! Great little vignettes of communities of normal people doing good things!' - Tom Fair, Student Radio Association winner, 'Best Podcast', 2020 'Expertly produced' (Kingdom Build) 'Great podcast' (Street Pastors) 'Podcast is excellent...love the format which works really well.' (Harlow foodbank) 'Another excellent podcast' (Parents an ...
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Crown Ministries

Crown Ministries

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Welcome to Crown Ministries, the place where everybody is somebody, and Jesus Christ is all. Our mission is to foster a transformational atmosphere, where people can worship freely, feel loved, and find a sense of family. We pray, as you listen to our podcast, you will leave feeling encouraged, challenged and renewed. Listen to our sermons anytime, anywhere and share this podcast with a friend or loved one. We crown you!
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The Calm & Confident Leader is the edge that executives, professionals, and influencers of all types want. The thing that separates stressed-out anxious managers from strong confident leaders is the willingness to seek out the help they need. It's these courageous and humble leaders that discover the game-changers are actually internal, not external. BUILDING RESILIENCE, BEATING ANXIETY & MANAGING STRESS are all keys to MAXIMIZING POTENTIAL! Hosted by Coach, Strategist, and author, Jason Sto ...
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Welcome to the official podcast of Crown Ministries International. We pray as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. Our May sermon series begins with "The Cost of Redemption", which may sound like a Resurrection Sunday message, but it has everything to do with remembering how costly our lives were to Jesus, and the sacrifice ma…
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How should we approach a conversation with a gay couple wanting to get baptised or get their child baptised? What should we bear in mind when considering who to invite to formal church membership or leadership positions? How can we be consistent and loving in disciplining people who are living unrepentantly in ways that are contrary to what the Bib…
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What if there’s disagreement in our church on sexuality? Ashleigh, Ed and Andy discuss why this isn’t something we can just agree to disagree on, and some key principles to bear in mind as we work things out in light of that. The team then offer some practical wisdom on how to have these conversations within your church leadership team and as a who…
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Christians held a vigil outside Parliament for the first ten days of Lent to call for action about Climate Change. Starting on Ash Wednesday, people prayed at the entrance to Parliament for twenty-four hours a day, until Saturday the 24th of February. Some of the campaigners taking part explained why they were involved.....…
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In this episode we discuss how we can provide good pastoral care, both for those who are themselves same-sex attracted and wanting to follow Jesus, and for those who have gay family members and want to love them well. Andy, Ed and Adam share some of the things that have helped them most as they've opened up about their sexualities, the importance o…
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What cultural and biblical context do we need to bear in mind as we teach on sexuality and gender? How do we handle the Bible passages which directly address homosexuality? Ashleigh, Andy and Andrew discuss the need to approach these topics with both clarity and compassion, whether it’s best to do a one-off sermon or a whole series, and the importa…
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This is a 'Sixty Second Sample' of the Street Pastors podcast. Street Pastors are members of local Churches who go out at night to help people who've had too much to drink, homeless people, and anyone else who may need a hand. 'Fantastic - everyone was really impressed' (Greenwich Street Pastors) 'Great podcast' (Essex Street Pastor)…
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In the first episode of this new series, we talk about why and how we should start the conversation on sexuality and gender in our churches. Andrew, Ashleigh and Ed share their experiences of what happens when you do (and don’t) discuss these topics in church, and why not being upfront on what we believe can be so unhelpful. The team also discuss h…
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Our new series is coming soon, and in the meantime we're highlighting a couple of episodes from the vault. In our second series, we took on some of the most common questions we get asked about faith and sexuality, including this one: how important is all this? Anne, Ed and Andy discuss whether sexuality is really a big deal. Why are Christians obse…
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Welcome to Crown Ministries International’s Podcast. We pray as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. What do you do when God denies what you desperately desire? Even in disappointment, God's plans always end for our good, even if at the time, we don't understand what he's doing. Listen to "Now I Will Praise!" now. Speaker: Bis…
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Welcome to Crown Ministries International’s Podcast. We pray as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. In this episode, Bishop Jonathan Shaw preaches on the first Sunday of February, a message entitled "Praise That Provokes His presence". How do we get Gott o show up, we have to create a place for Him to show up. Praise will pro…
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Christians are holding a vigil outside Parliament to call for action about Climate Change. The 'Lent Vigil for Climate Justice' has been organised by Churches, charities and campaign groups; people will be praying at the entrance to Parliament for twenty-four hours a day until Saturday the 24th of February. The vigil started with a service at St Jo…
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While we work on our next series, we thought we'd take the opportunity to highlight a couple of episodes from the vault. In our second series, we took on some of the most common questions we get asked about faith and sexuality, including this one: isn't the Christian sexual ethic harmful and repressive? In the first half of the show we explore ways…
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When you have school-aged children, it can feel like it will be an eternity before they grow up and become independent. Time flies. We don’t realise the importance of these early years (maybe we think they aren’t listening or just because they act so silly all the time) – but they are crucial for embedding the ways of God into their lives. Today Pa…
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Welcome to Crown Ministries International’s Podcast. We pray as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. This week Pastor Sabrina Shaw continued the Manifestation sermon series, this time coming from John 1, encouraging us to remain steadfast in our faith. We cannot afford to miss the move of God. Things may come and go, but the p…
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Welcome to Crown Ministries International’s Podcast. We pray as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. Pastor Sabrina Shaw reminded us that when God shows up, miracles happen. We have to upgrade our faith to see the life changing manifestation that we want. Be blessed as you listen to When God Shows Up! Speaker: Pastor Sabrina S…
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In this special episode we say a sad farewell to our Content Director, Anne Witton. Anne shares her reasons for stepping down from front-line ministry at this time and talks honestly about some of the joys and struggles of her work with Living Out. The team discuss highlights of the last few years, share favourite resources and remember plenty of f…
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Welcome to Crown Ministries International’s Podcast. We pray, as you listen, that you are encouraged, edified and uplifted. For the first sermon of 2024, Bishop Jonathan Shaw preached a message inspired by the theme of this year, Manifestation! That doesn't just mean "stuff" as we know it, it also means Gods presence! Your job this year is to get G…
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Andy explains how Hebrews 2 speaks into his experience of suffering and temptation in the area of sexuality, by reminding him that Jesus has been tempted and is sympathetic when we're struggling. Dan's chosen passage is 1 Corinthians 6, which has helped him to see the worth and dignity we have in God's eyes, how we've been bought at a price, and wh…
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Ed is joined by Living Out co-founders Sam Allberry and Sean Doherty to talk about the early years of the ministry and some highlights from its history. They share the story of how and why Living Out started and what their expectations were when it was launched ten years ago. In the second half of the show they share their personal highlights, disc…
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Christians across the country are preparing #Christmas gifts and treats to give away to people who may not otherwise get gifts at Christmas. This year is the fourth year of 'Love Christmas', run by the Church Revitalisation Trust. The project, known as 'Love Christmas', grew out of 'Love your Neighbour', when Churches supported people affected by t…
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Adam explains how Romans 7 shows that God understands our experiences and the clash of desires in our hearts. He takes comfort from the fact that the Bible is very real about the struggles we all face but also offers freedom from condemnation for those who come to Christ. Ed has chosen Acts 8 as a passage as an example of a beautiful encounter betw…
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Andrew and Anne each pick a Bible passage that has helped them persevere in living faithfully for Jesus. Anne explains why Psalm 63 has helped her identify and overcome idolatry in her friendships with women and encouraged her to hunger for God instead. Andrew's choice of Psalm 73 shows that God himself is the greatest gift to us and we don't need …
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Ashleigh explains how Revelation 5 helps her keep an eternal perspective in times of change and makes sense of the longings in her heart. 2 Corinthians 12 is one of Andy's favourite passages and he shares how Paul's teaching about his thorn in the flesh is an encouragement to look to Jesus whose grace is sufficient for us. Resources mentioned and r…
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Join Anne and Ed as they discuss some passages of Scripture that have really encouraged them. Ed's pick is John 4 and he explains why Jesus' encounter with the woman at the well helps him understand Jesus' heart for those who have sinned sexually and the beautiful way that he stewards his sexuality. Anne shares why Genesis 3 helps her make sense of…
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Churches across the country are providing practical support for people in debt, people going hungry, and refugees and asylum seekers. The project, called 'Love your Neighbour', helps people in Crisis, tackles the Causes of poverty, always offering Care to the whole person. Bill Shaw reports on how Churches in Southampton, London, and Gateshead are …
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