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In this premiere episode of "The God Hook," host Carol Costello introduces the chilling story of Richard Beasley, infamously known as the Ohio Craigslist Killer. In previously unreleased jailhouse recordings, Beasley portrays himself as a devout Christian, concealing his manipulative and predatory behavior. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Beasley's deceitfulness extends beyond the victims he buried in shallow graves. Listen to the preview of a bonus conversation between Carol and Emily available after the episode. Additional info at carolcostellopresents.com . Do you have questions about this series? Submit them for future Q&A episodes . Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see additional videos, photos, and conversations. For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Supporting Cast or Apple Podcasts. EPISODE CREDITS Host - Carol Costello Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey Producer - Chris Aiola Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman Production Director - Brigid Coyne Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder SPECIAL THANKS Kevin Huffman Zoe Louisa Lewis GUESTS Doug Oplinger - Former Managing Editor of the Akron Beacon Journal Volkan Topalli - Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology Amir Hussain - Professor of Theological Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://evergreenpodcasts.supportingcast.fm…

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All You Need is a Crumb-y Faith 35:06

7 days ago35:06

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"I'm offended!" Here Tom explores the difficult to parse image of Jesus' conversation with the Canaanite woman. Why did he stay silent? How could he call someone a dog? Observe her lack of offence - her embrace of humility. All she needed was a crumb of faith.

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God the Restorer 49:42

7 days ago49:42

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The exiled bones of Israel had been dried up, the land was desolate, but the time had come to return home. Through Ezekiel 36: 1-24, Pete shows us the wonderful story of God's restorative power. Like the exiles, we too have a land prepared for us. Like the exiles, we can come home.

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True Religion 46:43

14 days ago46:43

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As we return to our series in Matthew’s gospel, Rory preaches from Matthew 15:1-20. In this passage we see Jesus questioned by the Teachers of the Law, who travel from Jerusalem to ask him why his disciples don’t wash their hands before they eat. However, Jesus turns their question back on them, exposing their rejection of God’s law in favour of their own traditions, and teaching us all what true ‘religion’ is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R-otTyHvi0…

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The Greatest Day in History: the Day Death Died 46:31

14 days ago46:31

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Christ is risen! In this year's Easter message, taken from Acts 2: 14-39, Pete poses a question: what is the background music of your life? For the world, life is a bleak, sorrowful lament; but for the believer, that lament becomes a joyful celebration of a million hallelujahs. What, do you suppose, makes up the difference?…

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The Riddle of the Fig Tree 31:07

21 days ago31:07

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Tonight in this one-off special, our guest speaker Bart, from Hope Church Tolworth, preaches from Mark 11:12-25. In this passage we see Jesus cursing a fig tree, clearing out the temple courts, and explaining the meaning of all this to his disciples and those who would hear - that something greater than ‘religion’ (trying to gain access to God through our good deeds) is here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQd0R64-mjg…

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Family Likeness 37:50

21 days ago37:50

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This week's special guest speaker, Stuart Davis, takes a look at the familial image of 1 John 2: 3-11. What does it mean to be a part of God's family? What assurances do we have that we truly are adopted sons and daughters? And how might we spot the impostors who talk holy talk - but don't walk a holy walk?…

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The King of Glory 42:21

28 days ago42:21

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Tonight we have guest speaker Nathan Veall from Grace Church Leatherhead preaching from Psalm 24:1-10. In this passage we see the Psalmist focussing solely on God’s character - we see him that He is the Creator God who made and owns everything, that He alone is holy, and that the only appropriate response to this saviour-king is to worship him. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSzHEEHJOP4…

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The Joy of Thankfulness 29:05

28 days ago29:05

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In this special thanksgiving service, Tom shows us the joy of Psalm 100. How often have we coldly turned away from our redeemer and called ourselves "self-made"? How wonderful it is then that we are instead God-made: made intentionally, made to be loved, and made to live in joyful thankfulness with our saviour.…

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Great Needs, Greatly Provided For 32:48

5 weeks ago32:48

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Our series in the book of Matthew coincides with the baptism service of one of our members, Robin. As we celebrate this wonderful occasion, Tom preaches from Matthew 14:13-36, where we see Jesus feeding over five thousand people, walking out to the disciples on the lake in a storm, Peter going out to Jesus before sinking with Jesus catching him, and Jesus healing the sick. We see the great needs of humanity, and how Jesus meets every one of them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PRHhCwa5CM…

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How God Raises a Dead Man 40:00

5 weeks ago40:00

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By the time of Ezekiel 36:24 - 37:14, the exiles are crushed. Today, Rory shows us how their hopes were dashed to the dust like the driest bones: lifeless and futureless. Who could restore life to a nation so dead? But our God can raise the dead. Our God can even raise you.

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Beware the birds of unbelief 38:22

6 weeks ago38:22

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As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 13:53-14:13. In this passage we see Jesus teaching in his hometown, the townspeople’s response and King Herod’s reaction to hearing this. The very words of the loving God of the Bible are powerful to create, to destroy, to give life and to take it - so we ought to listen! But the reaction of the townspeople and King Herod show a very different response, and we see the consequences of their decisions. How are you doing with listening to the words of God? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v28jPMPrbwo…

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How to Fix a Toxic Leadership Culture 47:58

6 weeks ago47:58

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This week, Tom examines Jerusalem's post-mortem in Ezekiel 34: 1-24. The cause of death: negligence and self-interest on the part of their leaders. In the face of this total leadership breakdown, when apathetic shepherds rule unjustly, we need a Good Shepherd who will never, ever let us down.

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Blood is Thicker than Water 50:34

7 weeks ago50:34

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Chris continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 12:46-50. In this passage we see Jesus’ family come to speak to him when he’s surrounded by a crowd. We see Jesus’ (re)definition of ‘family’, the amazing contract between an earthly family and God’s family, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrm_0HQhWkY…

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God Sinks the Unsinkable 48:52

7 weeks ago48:52

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Tyre: a beautiful, powerful, influential city-state whose wares could be found on every shore. They were unstoppable - or so they thought. This week, Pete shows us how Ezekiel 28 turns away from bleeding Jerusalem and addresses its scoffing neighbours, beginning with wealthy Tyre. How the mighty shall fall.…

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A greater sign 45:49

8 weeks ago45:49

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Rory preaches from Matthew 12:38-45. In this passage we see the Pharisees asking Jesus for a sign, but Jesus replies that only one sign will be given to them: the sign of Jonah. As Rory unpacks this passage, we see what Jesus means by the sign of Jonah, what it means for the generation he was in at the time, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbclZnqYRMg…

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Hope in Hopelessness 49:58

8 weeks ago49:58

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The Christian life is full of ups and downs - rarely in that order. Pete explains in Ezekiel 24 how the prophet became a symbol to the people: a living embodiment of their depravity, deprivation and duplicity. As their hope boils dry, and as despair sets in, the exiles receive a word that changes everything: "until".…

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Beelzebub and Blasphemy 51:48

9 weeks ago51:48

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As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 12:22-37. In this passage we see Jesus healing a demon-possessed man, the Pharisees’ claim that he uses Satan’s power to drive out demons, and we see Jesus’ response. What is the ‘unforgivable sin’? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZNFvQFQaN0…

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Turn and Live 47:24

9 weeks ago47:24

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"The parents eat sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge." What did the exiles in Babylon mean by this proverb? Through Ezekiel 18, Tom unpacks the terrible error the exiles had made and the corrective response God provided. The sins of the father need not be the sins of the son, so turn and live!…

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Behold - my servant 32:15

10 weeks ago32:15

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Tom continues our series in Matthew’s Gospel, preaching from Matthew 12:14-21. In this passage we see Jesus’ response to the Pharisee’s plot to kill him - and in doing so, his fulfilling the prophecy spoken through Isaiah. We see his character as God’s chosen servant, his love for the lost and broken, and what it all means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_NEdKPdtEg…

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What Did You Think Was Going to Happen? 42:49

10 weeks ago42:49

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Today, Tom guides us through the compelling imagery at the heart of Ezekiel 17. What could have possessed the people of Israel to turn their backs on the God who nurtured them? What was the vision behind that decision? And yet - don't we make the same mistake ourselves?

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Are you content with the Lord Jesus? 42:35

11 weeks ago42:35

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, John preaches from Matthew 12:1-14. In this passage, we see Jesus’ encounters with the Pharisees on the Sabbath day - first in a corn field pick corn to eat, and then at the synagogue where Jesus heals a man’s shrivelled hand. We see the Pharisee’s challenge Jesus and his disciples’ rule-keeping of the Sabbath, Jesus’ amazing replies to expose their self-righteousness, and what it all means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_K6vqY-UqI…

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Ezekiel 16: Even Bonnie Can Go to Heaven 58:31

11 weeks ago58:31

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In the dark yet profound imagery of Ezekiel 16, God's people are portrayed as an adulterous wife, always running after the lusts of her heart. Pete takes us through every terrible aspect of this graphic image, where we see not only the depth of Man's betrayal, but also the depth of God's love that rises to meet it.…

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Great rest for those in the Great Fatigue 38:44

12 weeks ago38:44

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Tom continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 11:20-30. In this passage we wee Jesus’ amazing command to the burdened and weary to come to him for rest - and his incredible promise to those who do. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_5jdd5qdl4

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How to Tell the Faithful from the Traitors 52:15

12 weeks ago52:15

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The traitors are here among the faithful! But who are they? Through Ezekiel 13, Pete examines the importance of truth, the terrible reality of false prophets, and the beauty of our faithful saviour. Find out today how to sift the comforting lies from the life-giving truth.

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Who is the greatest preacher? Steven Furtick or Mrs Bunch?

13 weeks ago

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As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 11:1-19. In this passage we see John (who is in prison) sending his disciples to Jesus to ask him if he really is the Messiah they were waiting for. Jesus replies to John, and goes on to talk about who the greatest human is. The answer will surprise you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZyNkGGgnv4…

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A House of Horrors...Enter at Your Own Risk 50:03

13 weeks ago50:03

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Have you seen this, son of man? This week, Tom takes us on a tour of the House of God as seen in the vision of Ezekiel 8-9. See the beautiful temple cannibalised into a den of idolatry, watch the priests as they worship defiling things, and listen to the women weep for a false god of pride. How will the God of love respond to all this?…

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Acknowledge to be acknowledged 51:41

14 weeks ago51:41

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Rory continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 10:16-42. In this passage we see Jesus teaching his disciples before they are sent out to proclaim the good news - we see the costs of discipleship, the rewards of following him, and the choice that faces us all today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCYerA4IJoI…

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A Building, Cooking, Shaving, Living Sermon 56:07

14 weeks ago56:07

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Through Ezekiel 4 - 5:17, Tom shows us the sobering messages God gave to his servant. These signs and symbols are meant to shock us, grieve us, and present us with a simulation of the reality and consequences of our sin. And yet, we have a sure hope in Jesus: a hope that no famine, sword or exile could ever destroy.…

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Surviving in the forest-fire world

15 weeks ago

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Tom preaches from Matthew 10:1-20. In this passage we look closer at Jesus’s commands to his disciples as he sends them out into the world. We see how they are to go out into the world, who they are to trust in the world, and what it means for Jesus’ followers today.…

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How to Make a Prophet 56:35

15 weeks ago56:35

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The recently appointed prophet Ezekiel had a daunting, often harrowing responsibility. Through Ezekiel 2-3, Pete explores the crucial mission given to God's chosen speaker of the era: to be a watchman, a messenger, and a parabolic warning. God's wrath approaches, but so does his saving grace. Are you ready to receive it?…

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Continuing Jesus’ ministry 41:38

16 weeks ago41:38

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Continuing our series in Matthew’s gospel, Phil preaches to us from Matthew 10:1-15. In this passage we see Jesus choosing his Apostles to go out and spread the good news - we see his specific instructions to them, the consequences for those who either accept or reject the Apostles and their message, and how this all applies to us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80yeut0Gl-A…

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God's Birthday Present to Ezekiel 46:31

16 weeks ago46:31

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In this new series, Pete invites us to engage with the apocalyptic imagery of Ezekiel 1-2:9. By the rivers of Babylon, a young priest with no prospects receives a glorious vision: one of immense awe, hope, and comfort in times of trouble. Learn today what Ezekiel learned: God is far greater and more wonderful than you think.…

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What Jesus saw when he looked at a crowd 32:13

17 weeks ago32:13

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 9:35-38. In this passage we see Jesus’ moving reaction to the crowds of people needing help - we see his compassion for the sick and needy, his heart for those who are lost, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Sjd_OyNnhg&t=403s…

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The Great Commission 32:15

17 weeks ago32:15

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Through Matthew 28: 18-20, guest speaker Barry Schutter addresses the grand mission Jesus has given to the churches. Spreading the good news among the nations is so often difficult, but we can be encouraged go out into the world and speak boldly, knowing the assurance of our saviour: "Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."…

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4 Gospels 1 Good News 36:38

18 weeks ago36:38

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In our last service of the year, Dean takes us through a brief overview of the start of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John), starting with John 1:1-14, to show us what they all say about Jesus as they begin their accounts of the Good News. We see how John emphasises that Jesus is the author and sustainer of all life, how Matthew shows that Jesus is the Messiah to be worshipped, Luke presses on the certainty of all the things Jesus did and said, and Mark shows that Jesus is with us and we do not need to be afraid. As we enter a new calendar year, we don’t know what 2025 will bring, but with Jesus we can know that don’t need to be afraid - even of death! As we enter 2025, where does your hope lie? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9oZWCLjSQY…

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Jesus: Cute Baby or Death Eater? 43:07

18 weeks ago43:07

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The joy of Christmas is found not only in Christ's birth, but what he was born to do. Through Hebrews 2: 5-18, Pete examines the great disaster of sin and death that afflicts all humanity. But Jesus was born to die that death itself may die - and all through Him might live.

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The Merciful Doctor 34:09

19 weeks ago34:09

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Rory preaches to us from Matthew 9:9-26. In this passage we focus on Jesus’ words to John’s disciples, and his actions immediately after, showing his consistency in living out what he was saying about himself and the world we live in. We see him getting his hands dirty with the sick, giving life to the dead, and we look at what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNWNnkvMWnU…

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Christmas: "It Was Fitting." Easter: "It Is Finished." 48:18

19 weeks ago48:18

48:18

It was fitting that Jesus should live a human life. Through the lens of Hebrews 2: 5-13, Tom explores the nature of Christ's wonderful character: he became perfect for our sake, seeking to adopt the worst of sinners into his family as new creations free of shame. In every way, the saviour born on Christmas day is the most fitting saviour for us all.…

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Joyful All Ye Nations Rise 24:21

20 weeks ago24:21

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In this special carol service message, Tom explores how although Jesus entered the world as a baby, he did not stay that way. In Revelation 7: 9-17, we see the victorious Jesus gathering his people from across the nations, who have all been empowered to say in every language under the Sun: "Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb."…

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You sack of old wine 43:30

21 weeks ago43:30

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As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Chris preaches from Matthew 9:14-17. In this passage we see Jesus explain why his disciples no longer fast, we see what fasting, patches of clothe and wineskins have in common, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYapWRTQVaQ

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Paradise Found 40:32

21 weeks ago40:32

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In the Christmas season, we celebrate the coming of Christ the redeemer - but why did he have to come to us? Rory explores how the unknown writer of Hebrews 2 shows us the problem of sin, the wonder of Jesus, and the crown of glory placed upon his most treasured pinnacle of creation: you.

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Follow Signs in the Stars 39:13

22 weeks ago39:13

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Is your future written in the stars? On this first day of Advent, Pete examines the sighting of the new star in Matthew 2: 1-12. When the magi saw the sign, they didn't see the stars speaking into their own small lives; they saw the majesty of creation. Listen in to discover how the heavens declare the glory of God.…

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The Good Doctor 39:58

22 weeks ago39:58

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How to 'do church' without Jesus 44:43

23 weeks ago44:43

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In this final letter to the seven churches, Jesus diagnoses the church of Laodicea with a near-terminal case of lukewarm spiritual death. Join Tom as he takes us through Revelation 3: 14-22, illustrating how Christ's hard-hitting rebuke - spoken in love - encourages us to abandon self-sufficiency and return to the source of our hope and life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egofp5SmRnQ…

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This is a message for Tony Adams 56:27

24 weeks ago56:27