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Come Read with Me is back! This season, instead of staying in one book like previous seasons, we'll be going through key events in the Old Testament including creation, the flight from Egypt, King David and the prophets. Come and join London based vicar Rev Chris and founder and director of Burning Heart David Ingall as they read and discuss the Bible together. Episodes drop every Wednesday. To support the podcast and other ministry, please head to https://www.burningheart.org/comereadwithme ...
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Religion is everywhere. Whether we like it or not, it has shaped our past, our present and will continue to shape our future. However, it is a topic that has received scant attention, with the attention that it does receive generally coming in the form of stereotypes or controversy. In this podcast, we are taking a new look at religion to understand what it is, how it influences us and what does it mean to believe. We talk to religious practitioners, spiritual seekers, theologians, philosoph ...
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Does God cause people to sin? How can God use sin for good? Was Samson righteous? This week, Chris and David tackle the difficult account of the Old Testament judge, Samson. Samson's story can be found in the book of Judges, chapters 13-17. Chris and David read and discuss his birth through his death and how God used him to prosper the people of Is…
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Who was Gideon in the Bible? How can we rely on God rather than ourselves? What did Gideon do wrong? Join Chris and David as they continue through the Old Testament, reading through the story of Gideon and the overthrowing of the Midianites. Grab your Bibles, turn to the book of Judges, and come read with us. We need your support! Support from list…
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Who is Joshua in the Old Testament? How do Christians reconcile faith and works? How can we remember God’s faithfulness? This week, Chris and David dive into the book of Joshua, reading through chapters 1, 2, 3, and 6. The discuss Joshua coming into leadership, the faithfulness of Rahab and the eventual fall of Jericho. Grab your Bibles and come re…
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Why were the Israelites in the wilderness? Why is there a talking donkey in the Bible? Why wasn't Moses buried? Chris and David cover a variety of stories this week, reading through the account of the golden calf, the building of the tabernacle, the story of Balaam's talking donkey and the death of Moses. Passages read this week are Exodus 32:1-13,…
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What does it mean to “Be still and know that I am God?” Why does the Bible say we should fear God? How do the 10 Commandments apply to us today? On this week's episode, Chris and David read through the parting of the Red Sea and Moses receiving the 10 Commandments (Exodus 13:17-14, 19, and 20:1-21). So grab your Bibles, and come read with us. David…
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Why did God use Moses? Does God still listen when nations pray? Is “I Am” God’s name? This week, Chris and David go head first into the story of Moses, dsicussing his birth narrative, his 40 years outside of Egypt and then his return to free the Israelites. They read chapters 2, 3 and portions of 12, so grab your Bibles, and come read with us. We n…
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What does the Bible say about dreams? Do my dreams mean something? How can God use evil for good? On this week's episode, Chris and David read a few chapters from the story of Joseph and spend some time discussing dreams, trusting God and forgiving others. So grab your Bible's, bookmark Genesis 37, 40, and 45, and come read with us. We need your su…
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Does Genesis condemn interracial relationships? Should Christians date non-Christians? Does God hear me? Join Chris and David this week as they read through Genesis 28-29 and 32:22-32, following portions of the story of Jacob, including one of Chris's favourite stories, Jacob wrestling with God. Grab your Bibles, and come read with us. To find more…
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Why did God choose Abram? Why did God ask Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? How is the story of Abraham relevant to Christians today? This week, join Chris and David as they read select chapters from Genesis following the story of Abraham, from his blessing, to his failures and his faith in God's promises. So grab your Bible's, bookmark chapters 12, 15 a…
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Who is Satan? What exactly is sin? Is sex sinful? Join Chris and David on this week's episode as they delve in the fall of mankind as written in Genesis 3. Listen as they discuss complex issues of sin, brokenness and pain in light of a God who loves his people and wants to have a loving relationship with them. So grab your Bibles, and come read wit…
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Is Genesis a myth? Why are there two different accounts of creation? What does it mean to bear the image of God? We are back with a brand new season! This time, instead of staying in one book, we'll be going through key events in the Old Testament, starting in Genesis. Join David and Chris as they read Genesis chapters 1-2 and discussing what it me…
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A question that I’ve always thought about: if each religion claims that what it teaches is true and that the way to salvation is through its teaching, then aren’t ideas of conversion and even forced conversion morally justified? Is it possible to religiously justify a group such as ISIS who may say they are trying to convert people to their religio…
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Starting next week, we'll be starting Season 4: The Old Testament. Unlike previous seasons, we won't be staying in one book. Instead, join Chris and David as they read through key events in the Old Testament, discussing why they are relevant to us today. We'll kick off the season next week at the very beginning in Genesis. Additionally, we now have…
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'I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.' - C. S. Lewis What is Easter about? How should we respond to the ressurection? What do Christians mean when they say 'death is defeated?' Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are po…
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What was Jerusalem like during Jesus’ time? Why did Jesus clear the crowd? Why did Jesus get crucified? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, we have a talk Chris gave on Palm Sunday. We need your support! Support from listeners…
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Why is service so important to the Christian faith? How can I become more like Jesus? What does serving look like in the Bible? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, we have a talk Chris gave during the lent series in his church…
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Why did God send snakes on the Israelites? How did the bronze snake heal the Israelites? How does believing in Jesus save me? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, please enjoy Chris's sermon from this past Sunday. Note from the…
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How is God’s glory shown in nature? Why does Psalm 19 talk about nature and the law? Why does God give laws to his people? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, please enjoy a guest sermon on Psalm 19 by the warden of Chris’ chu…
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How do I keep moving forward when things are hard? What does it mean to lay down your life for Jesus? Why did Jesus say "I have overcome the world?" Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, please enjoy Chris's sermon from this pas…
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In 250AD a young man named Paul walked out into the Egyptian desert in fear of his own life and was never to return. He did not find safety or comfort but rather communion with God. 100 years later, Anthony the Great, a man who had taken Paul's way of life and turned it into a burgeoning communal approach to spiritual living, met the elderly hermit…
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What is God’s judgment? What is Lent about? What is the difference between guilt and conviction? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we are posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, please enjoy Chris's sermon from this past Sunday. We need your support! Support from listene…
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Why did God come to Earth as Jesus? What does the gospel of John mean by “the word”? Who really was Jesus? Chris and David are currently recording Season 4. During the interim, we will be posting bonus content including sermons, teachings and an upcoming Q&A. This week, please enjoy one of Chris's sermons from the archive. We need your support! Sup…
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He has been called the hot priest, the ‘UK's favourite priest’, is a youtube sensation, and an instagram influencer. Rev Chris Lee has amassed a following on social media of over 170,000 people with his account RevChris7 and has become famous for his 60 second sermons where he distils Christian teachings into instagram friendly messages. Beyond thi…
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Were the Roman’s fair rulers? Why didn’t Paul die from the snake bite? Why doesn’t Acts tell us how Paul died? Here we are with the last episode of season 3! Thank you all for reading with us this season and taking some time to dive into scripture. Let us know on instagram what you thought of this season, and if you have any suggestions for season …
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Why was Paul thrown in prison? When did Paul write the letters? How do we find peace in life? This week we are on our second-to-last episode in the book of Acts Join us as we follow Paul through his trial before Felix, then Festus, then before King Agrippa. Grab your Bibles and come read with us. Here is a link to the video with Brene Brown on joy …
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How do we discern the Holy Spirit? Can prophecies be wrong? Why was Paul arrested? Join David and I as we continue to follow the records of the early church in the book of Acts. This week we read chapters 21, 22 and 23 detailing Paul's arrest in Jerusalem, and we discuss topics including discerning prophecies from the Spirit, following the Old Law,…
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How do relics work? Should I give money as a Christian? Why did Paul leave Ephesus? Join David and I on week 10 of our journey through the book of Acts. This week, we read through and discuss the Acts 19:11 through Acts 20 covering themes of money, fame, charity, monasticism and the ministry of parenthood. So grab your Bibles and come read with us.…
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Why did Paul receive so much opposition? Should I tell someone who isn’t a Christian that they’re wrong? Should babies be baptised? Join David and I on week 9 of our journey through the book of Acts. This week we read Acts 17 through the first half of chapter 19. Grab your Bibles and come read with us. We need your support! Support from listeners l…
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Should there be leadership in the church? Why does Paul circumcise Timothy? Why doesn’t the Spirit let the apostles preach in certain places? Come join David and I this week as we continue reading through the book of acts. On this episode, we read Acts 15:22 through 17:10, discussing topics including church unity and individual identity. So grab yo…
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Yesterday, the Catholic Church published a declaration titled Fiducia Supplicans that looks at The Pastoral Meanings of Blessings. The Declaration has caused a stir in the world with it being called a 'landmark moment for the church’s acceptance of L.G.B.T.Q. faithful.' So what does the Declaration say and does it change the Church's position on sa…
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Why does Paul have two names? What is predestination? Why don’t Christians follow Jewish Law? Join David and I as we continue in our reading the book of Acts. This week we cover topics including Paul's Jewish vs. Roman name, whether God has already decided who is saved and why Christians don't necessarily follow the law of the Old Testament. We nee…
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Why do bad things happen? Are bad things a sign of God not being with us? Does God lead us to judge sinfulness? Join David and I on week 6 of our journey through the book of Acts. This week, join us as we read through and discuss the death of James, Peter's imprisonment and the death of King Herod. Note from producers: Early historian Josephus also…
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As context for this conversation I recommend the following: Video on martial arts; Geoff's Ted Talk. Geoff Thompson is famous in the world of self defence. After becoming a highly ranked martial artist in numerous disciplines, Geoff became a nightclub bouncer in Coventry in the UK at a time when it was known as the most violent city in Europe. From…
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Why did early Christians become Jews? What did Peter's vision mean? Why were unclean animals made clean? This week David and I grapple with some heavy topics as we continue our way through Acts. Join us as we read about the revelation to Peter and his visit with Cornelius. Come read with us! Note from the producers: Charles Grandison Finney is said…
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