The message library for Milton Keynes Christian Centre with a variety of speakers talking on different topics related to God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Christian Life and the Church.
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In the final instalment of the "Kingdom Grace" series, the focus is on Jesus' radical teaching to love our enemies, as found in Matthew 5:43-48. This challenging message calls believers to transcend conventional interpretations of "neighbour" and extend love and prayer even to those who persecute them. Through real-life examples, like that of Corri…
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Beyond Behaviour - Jesus' Radical Take on Desire and Devotion
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The message "Beyond Behaviour - Jesus' Radical Take on Desire and Devotion" delves into Jesus' teachings on desire and devotion in the Sermon on the Mount. Emphasising that Christianity is about more than just behaviour, Pastor Billy discusses the importance of devotion and desire for Jesus in living out the kingdom message. Through a deep dive int…
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Kingdom Grace: But I Say - Speak The Truth
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Sometimes you may feel forced into saying something that is not true. "You look lovely in that dress." "I have plenty of time to do that for you." "This is going to be great!" "I'm fine." In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus challenged his listeners to be honest and truthful. But how do we do this today, particularly with our church family? Discover h…
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Kingdom Grace: But I Say - When You Are Angry
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In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus challenges his listeners to go further in their discipleship. By using the argument - "It was said... But I Say..." Jesus raises the bar on godly living to a level we cannot achieve in our own strength, but only through the Grace of God. In this first message in our "Kingdom Grace: But I Say" series, James Fokkens …
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Don't miss this enlightening message, "God Knows - When We Are In Pain." In this heartfelt message, Pastor Billy explores God's intimate understanding of our suffering as He knows us personally. Highlighting Jesus' empathetic nature, he delves into how Jesus, through His sacrifice, intimately shares in our pain. Pastor Billy emphasises the importan…
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In Pastor Mark's moving sermon, "God Knows: When We Grieve," he delves into the topic of grief and the reassuring presence of God during such periods. Drawing on his personal narrative of losses throughout the pandemic, he unfolds a universal experience of grief, triggered by various losses including death, ended relationships, or the loss of somet…
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In this message on anxiety, Pastor Jon Keel shares personal anecdotes and biblical teachings to address common struggles with worry. He emphasises the importance of seeking God's peace through prayer and trust in His provision. Through his wife Vicki's story, the message offers relatable insight into managing anxiety and finding support. The messag…
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In this message, explore how Jesus' experiences of human suffering, betrayal, and disappointment offer profound empathy and a blueprint for our response to life's challenges. Learn about the power of holding firm in faith and the transformative impact of forgiveness, drawing on Jesus' example to find freedom and healing.…
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Upside Down - Blessed are the Peacemakers
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In this final message of our series, we explore how being a peacemaker, following God's example, sets us apart as disciples of Christ. We'll discuss the proactive pursuit of peace and reconciliation, and challenge ourselves to live out the Upside Down Kingdom's values, reflecting Christ's peace in our lives.…
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Upside Down – Blessed are those who are persecuted
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In this great message, our Youth pastor, Kathryn Engela-Higham, discusses the final Beatitude in our Upside Down Kingdom Life series, "Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness." She explains that persecution is a reality for believers and cites biblical examples. The message emphasises that enduring persecution is essential for a godly life, …
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We were joined by Andrew Shearman who continued our teaching series Upside Down Kingdom CultureBy Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Upside Down - Blessed are the pure in heart
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In this message, Josh Verity delves into the Beatitude "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God," emphasising the interconnectedness of all the Beatitudes and the importance of inner purity. He highlights the heart as the core of our character and stresses the significance of purifying our hearts for a genuine relationship with God. Th…
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In this message Sean Harriott discusses the importance of showing mercy as a response to God's mercy towards us, drawing from biblical teachings. He emphasises that mercy is not just kindness but an active choice to forgive and show generosity. Examples from Jesus' interactions show the transformative power of mercy in relationships. The message co…
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Upside Down - Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness
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It is easy for people to say "I'm right and you're wrong!". But how do you tell what is right? What can we use to measure Righteousness? In the "Sermon on the Mount", Jesus encouraged everyone to hunger and thirst for righteousness. But this is not the world's values of right and wrong which seem to change with every passing season. This righteousn…
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So often the world's approach to a difficult situation is to fight back. It is a dog-eat-dog world where the weak will be trampled on. The Kingdom Culture approach is counter-cultural, it’s Upside Down, it's not the kingdom of the world, but Jesus’ kingdom is a better way. In the "Sermon on the Mount" Jesus sets out a different approach. He makes i…
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Upside Down - Blessed are those who mourn
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The message "Upside Down - Blessed are those who mourn" explores mourning in the context of the Beatitudes and Jesus' countercultural teachings. It emphasises that mourning isn't just feeling bad, but a deep acknowledgement of our brokenness and need for God's grace. Repentance, true mourning over sin out of love for Jesus, is crucial for experienc…
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Upside Down - Blessed are the poor in spirit
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In the first of our series, Upside Down - Kingdom Culture which examines the Beatitudes in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5, we discover what it means to be "poor in spirit". Is it something that is truly blessed and if so how do we discover this truth?By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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"it is finished" is one of the most important declarations in history. When Jesus declared this on the cross on Good Friday it was a point when the world changed forever. Find out why in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Easter Sunday is a celebration of the Christian belief that the Son of God came to earth as fully human and fully divine and who died and came back to life and who offers forgiveness to all those who would believe in Him. Discover the basis for this belief in this message from our Easter Sunday service at Milton Keynes Christian Centre.…
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The sermon "Slowing" emphasizes the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced society to follow Jesus' way, rejecting the culture of hurry and busyness. He encourages intentional slowing in actions and thinking, highlighting the need to seek Jesus' presence for rest and renewal.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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The Christian life is simple. Love God and love those around you. We are all guilty of overcomplicating things. Join us as Pastor Billy explores practical ways to help us all slowdown, unhurry and get back to the basics of a simple Christian life of loving God and loving others.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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We know that God rested on the seventh day and called the Israelites to hold a Sabbath day once every seven days. But how often do we take a Sabbath rest? Discover the importance of the Sabbath and the 4 steps to take on a Sabbath day in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Modern life has so many distractions. And many of these are in the palm of our hand! How do we carry out a digital detox and find the time to be silent and reflect? And where can we do this? Discover some great principles in this message!By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Most of us are just too busy to live an emotionally healthy and spiritually vibrant life. Hurry is incompatible with the way of Jesus. The love, joy, and peace that form the nucleus of Jesus’ kingdom are all impossible in a life of speed. We must “Ruthlessly eliminate hurry.” In this message, learn how to Un-Hurry as we begin our exploration of The…
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Generosity to others is a response to God's grace and generosity to us. We are called to live a transformed life where we Love, Serve and Give to those around us. Find out more in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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The Apostle Paul warned that "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil". Money in itself is neither good nor evil. It is what we desire to do with it that matters. In this message explore the difference between getting rich and being rich and how serving others with generosity and compassion is a key part of being ‘rich’.…
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Jesus demonstrated God's love for us in the way He gave, served and loved others. In this message, discover how embracing God's love leads you to give, share and love out of the abundance of your life.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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In the Bible, we read how Ezra journeyed from fear to faith. He took specific steps to pause, pray and propel before moving out in faith into what God was leading him and the people of Israel. Discover how you can apply these principles in your life in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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In this message we delve into the book of Ezra, exploring God's work amidst trials and triumphs. As we witness the reconstruction of the temple, we learn to trust God in fear, discouragement, and opposition. Through prayer, fasting, worship, and staying in the Word, we navigate challenges, knowing that God's grace sustains us. Cast your cares upon …
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When we fast and pray we find ourselves walking closer to Jesus and God. Our eyes are opened to see what God wants us to do and it heightens our spiritual awareness. Discover how this changes how we live our lives and deal with the situations that we face.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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In the Bible, we read of how Ezra was faced with a great difficulty and how he responded by calling for everyone to fast and pray. Out of the place of prayer and fasting came humility and faith in God and everyone was aware that the hand of God was on them. As we journey through life, we are called to draw near to God, to call upon the Lord, to hum…
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Christmas is a time for presents and gifts. Over 2000 years ago, the Greatest Gift was born in Bethlehem. But who is it for? Find out in this short Christmas Eve Message.Christmas is a time for presents and gifts. Over 2000 years ago, the Greatest Gift was born in Bethlehem. But who is it for? Find out in this short Christmas Eve Message.…
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Wonders of His Love - A Christmas Wrapped In Praise
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From the time of Jesus' conception to his birth and beyond there was praise and rejoicing. We find many of the characters in the Bible that we read about at Christmas time praising God because of his Son. Can we do the same this Christmas?By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Wonders of His Love - Promise of a Messiah
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As Christians, we should be as excited and filled with joy and wonder as we approach Christmas because we have so much to be joyful about. The arrival of Jesus, God's only son, on earth was joy coming into the world. The implications of his birth are not only transformational but eternal in their extent. Discover more about this joy in this message…
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Do you love to hear a good story? What interests you most? Is it a love story, an adventure story, or a story of overcoming a difficult situation? We all have stories to tell. Whether you are a great storyteller or not, there is one story that you need to share with others. And that is the story of how Jesus made a difference in your life. Be inspi…
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When you serve your neighbours, your friends and your community, you are making a difference in the world. But what is our motivation for doing this? In this message, discover the Blessings that come when you serve others and the basics of how you should serve others and God.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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There is something about eating together with someone that lowers the barriers and encourages conversation and even laughter! Jesus understood the importance of sharing meals. He regularly ate with people that the religious leaders would not give the time of day to. The early church continued the habit of sharing meals and welcoming people to join …
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‘Hearing’ is an event; it is something which happens to us as a natural process. But ‘Listening’ is an action; it is something we consciously need to do – It’s paying close attention and considering what you are hearing! For us to be able to be a BLESSing to our community we need to learn to listen.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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BLESSed to be a BLESSing - Presence and Prayer
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Jesus called his followers to be lights shining in a dark world. But how do we do this? Where do we start? It all begins with being present and praying for God to show us the needs of our neighbours and communities. Find out more in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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From the beginning of time, human beings have had to make choices between good and evil. In the book of Genesis, we read how Adam and Eve made the choice between two trees. One they could eat the fruit of. The other they were forbidden to eat the fruit of. We face the same dilemmas today. Eating from the wrong "tree" has consequences? But how do we…
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In this message, "This is Us - Bringing Your Best," we explore another core value that can shape our church community. It emphasises the significance of embracing values like compassion, forgiveness, and love, inspired by Christ's teachings. The message candidly discusses the struggle with the concept of giving one's best, often rooted in personal …
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Have you ever lost something? You will remember the emotions of panic, anxiety and worry until you find what it is you have lost. Jesus told three stories of individuals who had lost something and how happy they were when they found what they had lost. He did this to show God's passion for finding lost people who need to know that God loves them. D…
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One of our values at Milton Keynes Christian Centre is that we are given to generosity and we will lead the way with irrational generosity. But how can you be generous? In this message you will learn about the many ways that you can be generous to others, what the Bible has to say about generosity, and how you can apply these principles to your lif…
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You are made in the image of God and loved by Him. He has a plan and a purpose for your life. But you are not made to do this all by yourself. There is a community of people who love you and want to see God at work in your life and help you discover what God has called you to do and cheer you on! Make sure to listen to this message and discover mor…
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Do you need a deeper understanding of forgiveness and its profound impact on our lives? This powerful message highlights the transformative nature of forgiveness, emphasising the importance of extending grace to others as we have received it from Christ. It offers practical steps and biblical guidance, reminding us that forgiveness is not just a co…
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If someone were to see what you do, what would they think you value most? What we do, for good or bad, demonstrates our values. One of our key values at Milton Keynes Christian Centre is that we are saved to serve. We believe that Jesus has saved us from sin and death and we should serve others as Jesus would in response. Find out more about this c…
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Christian maturity is the process of becoming more like Jesus. It's about growing in our love for God, our understanding of His Word, and our ability to live a life that is pleasing to Him. It's not something that happens overnight. It takes time, effort, and commitment. But it's a journey that is well worth taking because it leads to a deeper rela…
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Self-control is the ability to control our thoughts, emotions and actions. But how do we exercise self-control? And what is the role of the Holy Spirit and God's Word in this? Find out in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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There is strength in gentleness. Situations can be transformed simply though calm words when we act with care. Christ demonstrated gentleness in his own life. Find out how to follow His example in this message.By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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Goodness is a measure of someone's moral or virtuous nature. How then do we evaluate the goodness of God? And how does the Holy Spirit help us to show God's goodness in our lives? Find out in this message!By Milton Keynes Christian Centre
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