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Taking the Gospel to Jewish People
Taking the Gospel to Jewish People
–Adrian Reynolds, Joseph Steinberg
There are 385,000 Jewish people in the UK who have not been reached with the gospel. How can we think about mission to this group in the local church?
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Church Policies: Mere Distraction or Essential Ministry?
Church Policies: Mere Distraction or Essential Ministry?
–Phil Topham, Becky Thomas, Gavin Smith
Church governance can feel like a distraction from gospel ministry. How can we see it in its rightful place as part of that ministry itself?
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Gospel Coalition UK, Cass Review, and Rishi Sunak's Trainers
Gospel Coalition UK, Cass Review, and Rishi Sunak's Trainers
–John Stevens, Adrian Reynolds, Phil Topham
Why is a Gospel Coalition UK being considered? What are the implications of the gender services review? Why should we care about the PM's trainers?
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Youth Workers for Life
Youth Workers for Life
–Adrian Reynolds, Trevor Pearce
How can we reclaim the value of youth and children's work in its own right and invest to train and deploy life-long workers in this ministry?
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Can We Trust God's Justice?
Can We Trust God's Justice?
–Paul Mallard, Sarah Allen
The Bible tells us that God loves justice (Psalm 99:4). But is it intrinsic to his very nature? Can we be sure?
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Boring Leaders, Secular Neutrality, and Ramadan at King's Cross
Boring Leaders, Secular Neutrality, and Ramadan at King's Cross
–John Stevens, Adrian Reynolds, Phil Topham
Is there something to say for being a boring leader? How is the secular world struggling to stay neutral? Why did King's Cross celebrate Ramadan?
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Working Together to Reach Forgotten Places
Working Together to Reach Forgotten Places
–Adrian Reynolds, Graham Thomson, Dawn Thomson
How can churches in diverse contexts work together to reach people in 'forgotten places' with the gospel? What might partnership look like?
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Defining Extremism, Slavery Reparations, and Deep Fakes
Defining Extremism, Slavery Reparations, and Deep Fakes
–Phil Topham, John Stevens, Graham Beynon
What is the definition of extremism vs free speech? How do we differentiate between guilt and consequences? How can we discern the truth of media?
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Church Ministry in a Global City
Church Ministry in a Global City
–Adrian Reynolds, Johnny Prime, Trevor Archer
What is so important about London? What is the church landscape like in the city? What are the opportunities for the gospel?
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Independency: the Freedom to Be Faithful
–Phil Topham, John Stevens
Independent churches are free to stand firm for biblical truth whilst reflecting the diversity of their individual contexts.
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When Your Children Don't Believe
When Your Children Don't Believe
–Adrian Reynolds, Paul Mallard
Having unbelieving children is a painful reality for many Christians. How can we hold on to gospel hope whilst dealing with the guilt and heartbreak?
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Alexei Navalny, Parliament Chaos, and Life from Conception
Alexei Navalny, Parliament Chaos, and Life from Conception
–Phil Topham, John Stevens, Adrian Reynolds
What can we learn from Alexei Navalny's life? What does chaos in Westminster teach us? How can we show that life is valuable from conception?
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Ministry Families and Church Life
Ministry Families and Church Life
–Adrian Reynolds, Richard Lacey, Carolyn Lacey
How can we protect family life when serving in church ministry? What changes when a ministry wife moves from voluntary to paid work in the church?
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Do You Love Jesus' Sheep?
Do You Love Jesus' Sheep?
–Graham Thomson
Jesus shows his love for his sheep by laying down his life for them. How you love Jesus' sheep is a sign of your love for him.
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Humour, Friendship, and a Kingdom Perspective
Humour, Friendship, and a Kingdom Perspective
–Adrian Reynolds, Trevor Archer
As Trevor Archer comes to stand down from serving at FIEC, he shares what he has found are the essential elements of a long-lasting ministry.
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Fan the Flame Given to You
Fan the Flame Given to You
–Graham Thomson
How should we live and minister in the world as we wait in expectation for the coming return of Christ?
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Caring for Your Church Treasurer
Caring for Your Church Treasurer
–Adrian Reynolds, Manny Kemp
Why do church leaders need to care especially for their treasurers? How can they do it in a way that helps treasurers to grow and flourish?
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The Blessing and Burden of Christian Ministry
The Blessing and Burden of Christian Ministry
–Adrian Reynolds
There is an intensity to Christian ministry that we must hold in tension: cost and joy; privilege and pain; blessing and burden.
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Why Do We Need Christian News?
Why Do We Need Christian News?
–Adrian Reynolds, Mike Judge
What is the value of keeping up with Christian news - both for church leaders and church members?
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Leadership Opposition, Capital Punishment, and Secular Schools
Leadership Opposition, Capital Punishment, and Secular Schools
–Phil Topham, Graham Beynon, John Stevens
How should leaders react to opposition? Where should Christians stand on capital punishment? Should secular schools make space for religious practice?
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Investing in Women in Ministry: Our Conferences for Women
Investing in Women in Ministry: Our Conferences for Women
–Adrian Reynolds, Elinor Magowan, Rachel Sloan
Conferences for women in ministry are invaluable opportunities to invest in and care for women who serve in the local church.
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The Ministry of Administration
The Ministry of Administration
–Phil Topham, Gavin Smith
Administration is a spiritual gift to serve the church. What is the role of an administrator in church life, and how can they be supported best?
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Post Office Scandal, Strikes in the Middle East, and Conversion Therapy in Scotland
Post Office Scandal, Strikes in the Middle East, and Conversion Therapy in Scotland
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What can we take from the Post Office scandal? How should we respond to conflict in Yemen? How could conversion therapy plans affect church ministry?
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Children's Ministry as Ministry
Children's Ministry as Ministry
–Adrian Reynolds, Ed Drew
How can church leaders encourage and support those who are working in our churches with children and young people?
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2023: Year in Review
–Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
A look back at the encouragements and challenges for FIEC and FIEC churches in 2023.
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Optimism for Gospel Growth (Annual Review 2022/23)
–John Stevens
There are reasons for optimism when we look at the growth of the gospel in FIEC and its churches over the past year.
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Living in God's Two Kingdoms
Living in God's Two Kingdoms
–Adrian Reynolds, David VanDrunen
We are foreigners and exiles in this world. So, how do we help people in our churches think about how they live in and engage with the world?
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General Synod and Same-Sex Blessings
General Synod and Same-Sex Blessings
–Adrian Reynolds, Ros Clarke
What was voted for at the November General Synod? How can we pray and support friends in the Church of England?
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Resilience: Running the Pastoral Race with Perseverance
Resilience: Running the Pastoral Race with Perseverance
–Lewis Allen, Sarah Allen
How can ministry leaders keep on going in local church life without burning out or becoming cynical? A seminar from the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Different, Yet the Same: Is Complementarianism Unjust?
Different, Yet the Same: Is Complementarianism Unjust?
–Linda Allcock, Johnny Prime
How can we pursue gender justice whilst distinguishing between those who equally share God’s image? A seminar from the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice in the World
Justice in the World
–Graham Beynon
What are the key issues when it comes to working justice in the world? How can churches move forward? A seminar from the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice in the Church
Justice in the Church
–Graham Beynon
Having justified his people, God calls us to be just in our life together. A seminar from the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice in God
Justice in God
–Graham Beynon
How does the justice of God and our perversion of justice change our perspective and life together? A seminar from the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice Done
Justice Done
–Colin Adams
A place of perfect justice, delight, and joy is coming. Injustice will not be remembered as wrongs are righted. From the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice Displayed
Justice Displayed
–John Stevens
The work of the church is not simply to enjoy God’s justice, but to display it to the world as servants of Christ. From the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice Demanded
Justice Demanded
–Matt Oliver
Isaiah boldly encourages us to give God "no rest" as we pray for gospel work in our churches and our land. From the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice Declared
Justice Declared
–Jason Roach
The justice of God is supremely declared in the work of the cross and the justification of his people. From the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Justice Denied
Justice Denied
–Raymond Brown
God’s wrath at his people's injustice reveals the Father's heart. The promised restoration brings hope. From the 2023 Leaders' Conference.
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Same-Sex Blessing Vote, 'Conversion Therapy' Bill, and Suella Braver-gone
Same-Sex Blessing Vote, 'Conversion Therapy' Bill, and Suella Braver-gone
–Graham Beynon, John Stevens, Phil Topham
How significant is the Church of England vote? How should we respond to another 'conversion therapy' bill? What can we learn from the reshuffle?
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Meeting the Gospel Need in Scotland
Meeting the Gospel Need in Scotland
–Adrian Reynolds, Rachel Sloan, Andy Hunter
What are the challenges and needs of gospel work in Scotland? How can people pray and support gospel work in the nation?
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Covid Inquiry, Leaders' Conference, and Q&A
Covid Inquiry, Leaders' Conference, and Q&A
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
In a live episode, recorded at the 2023 Leaders' Conference, we discuss the Covid-19 inquiry, the conference, and take questions from the audience.
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Gospel Ministry in Scotland
Gospel Ministry in Scotland
–Adrian Reynolds, Rachel Sloan, Andy Hunter
What is the gospel landscape like in Scotland? What are the challenges that evangelical churches in Scotland face?
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Israel-Gaza Conflict, 'Conversion Therapy', and Plagiarism
Israel-Gaza Conflict, 'Conversion Therapy', and Plagiarism
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
How should we continue to respond to the Israel/Gaza conflict? What could a conversion therapy ban mean for church leaders? Can we plagiarise sermons?
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Digital Communications for Local Churches
Digital Communications for Local Churches
–Joel Murray, Peter Murden, Adrian Reynolds
Why is it important to consider how your church communicates? How can digital technology help in outreach and discipleship?
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Who Should Be the Church Treasurer?
Who Should Be the Church Treasurer?
–Adrian Reynolds, Manny Kemp
The church treasurer is maybe the most demanding volunteer role in church life. How can church leaders help and support treasurers best?
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Terror Attacks in Israel, Responding on Sunday, and Prayer
Terror Attacks in Israel, Responding on Sunday, and Prayer
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
How can church leaders help their churches respond to the terror attacks in Israel? How can Christians stand with the Jewish community in response?
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Local Mission, Scattered Church
Local Mission, Scattered Church
–Adrian Reynolds, Matt Oliver
How do we balance the task of reaching the community God has placed us in with discipling the flock God has entrusted to us?
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Multiculturalism, Free Speech, and Wes Anderson
Multiculturalism, Free Speech, and Wes Anderson
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
Has multiculturalism failed in Britain? When does free speech become unacceptable speech? What can Wes Anderson's new film teach us about preaching?
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We Are All Theologians
We Are All Theologians
–Adrian Reynolds, Paul Mallard
What makes someone a theologian? What is theology's place in church life? Why does FIEC have a Theology Team?
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Human Tragedy, Extra-Terrestrial Life, and Evidence for the Gospel
Human Tragedy, Extra-Terrestrial Life, and Evidence for the Gospel
–Phil Topham, Graham Beynon, John Stevens
What can we do in the face of stories of human tragedy? Do UFOs and extra-terrestrial life exist? How are conspiracy theories and the gospel linked?
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Discipling Women in Church Life
Discipling Women in Church Life
–Joel Murray, Pete Gower, Janette McCool
Why is it important to have a focus on reaching and discipling women in the life of the church?
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When the Nations Come to Your Door
When the Nations Come to Your Door
–Joel Murray, Philip Venables
The influx of asylum seekers across the country brings the nations to the doors of local churches. How do we make the most of this opportunity?
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Misogyny in Football, Clergy Survey, and Building Responsibilities
Misogyny in Football, Clergy Survey, and Building Responsibilities
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What are our responsibilities with our buildings? What is the answer to misogyny in football? What can we learn from a survey of clergy?
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The High Street Bible Giveaway
The High Street Bible Giveaway
–Joel Murray, Mike Judge
How do you get the word of God into the hands of people in your community? What impact does it have in the local church?
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Pakistani Politics, Remembering Prisoners, and the Women's World Cup
Pakistani Politics, Remembering Prisoners, and the Women's World Cup
–Adrian Reynolds, Justin Gill, John Stevens
What can we learn from politics in Pakistan? What does remembering those in prison look like? How are women's sport and complementarianism related?
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When It Doesn't Work Out
When It Doesn't Work Out
–Joel Murray, Ben Midgley
What do you do when a church plant doesn't work out? How do you move forward when you recall a plant team?
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An Unashamedly Christian Toddler Group
An Unashamedly Christian Toddler Group
–Joel Murray, Gerry Straker, Vanessa Rigby
A church toddler group can be an effective way to reach families in your community and introduce them to the gospel.
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A Gospel Asset for the Next Generation
A Gospel Asset for the Next Generation
–Joel Murray, Danny Rurlander
What reasons cause the need to purchase a church building? How can you go about raising funding for such a project?
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Debanking, Climate Change Policy, and Oppenheimer
Debanking, Climate Change Policy, and Oppenheimer
–Phil Topham, Justin Gill, John Stevens
What could the implications be of the debanking scandal? How can Christians wisely respond to climate change? What can we learn from Oppenheimer?
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Church Plants Working Together
–Trevor Archer, Yannick Christos-Wahab, Sam Gibb, Jonty Allcock
What could partnership between new churches look like? What does it take to start a new church?
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Reflecting Diverse Communities in Church Life
–Trevor Archer, Yannick Christos-Wahab, Sam Gibb, Jonty Allcock
How does the local community affect local church life? How can partnerships with churches that are different help us grow and glorify God?
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BBC Scandal, Riots in France, and Bazball
BBC Scandal, Riots in France, and Bazball
–Phil Topham, Rachel Sloan, John Stevens
How should we respond to headlines about scandal? How do the riots in France remind us of the role of justice? What does Bazball teach us about joy?
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Learning from New London Churches
–Trevor Archer, Yannick Christos-Wahab, Sam Gibb, Jonty Allcock
Hear from the leaders of three London churches that have each started recently and are located in close proximity yet serve in very distinct settings.
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Clarifying Our Fellowship
Clarifying Our Fellowship
–Phil Topham, Ian Jones, Adrian Reynolds
The proposed changes to FIEC's Doctrinal Basis, Ethos Statement, and Constitution are designed to clarify our beliefs and fellowship.
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Standing with Friends in the Church of England
Standing with Friends in the Church of England
–Adrian Reynolds, Lee Gatiss
What is 'Living in Love and Faith'? How can we support our Anglican friends through the process?
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Word-Centred Relational Evangelism
Word-Centred Relational Evangelism
–Adrian Reynolds, Joel Murray, Le Fras Strydom
How does the sufficiency of Scripture help local churches reach the lost?
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Testing the Health of a Church
Testing the Health of a Church
–Adrian Reynolds, David Brown
What is a healthy church? What are some of the challenges in making changes to become a more healthy church?
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Windrush 75, Abortion Pills, and Lockdown Parties
Windrush 75, Abortion Pills, and Lockdown Parties
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What lessons can we learn from Windrush 75? How can we respond to late term use of abortion pills? How do Johnson's lockdown parties reflect on him?
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Outreach to Older People
Outreach to Older People
–Adrian Reynolds, Pippa Cramer, Steve Cramer
Why is ministry to seniors so neglected? How can churches meaningfully reach out to older people with the gospel?
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Anti-Gay Laws, Trump's Arrest, and Man City Envy
Anti-Gay Laws, Trump's Arrest, and Man City Envy
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What is a pastoral response to anti-gay laws in Uganda? Is anyone above the law? How can we fight against envy?
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Speaking About Sexuality
Speaking About Sexuality
–Adrian Reynolds, Andy Robinson
Why do we need to talk about sexuality in church? How do we care for people in church who experience same-sex attraction?
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The War and the Church in Ukraine
The War and the Church in Ukraine
–Adrian Reynolds, Jaroslaw Lukasik
How has the war in Ukraine affected local churches in the country? How can the UK church both support believers there and learn from their experience?
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Speeding Tickets, 'Misgendering', and the Influence of Tim Keller
Speeding Tickets, 'Misgendering', and the Influence of Tim Keller
–Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What do speed limits teach us about sin? What is a wise way to live in public-facing work? What influence did Tim Keller have on the UK church?
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Housing Your Pastor
Housing Your Pastor
–Phil Topham, Ray Evans
Should churches provide housing for their pastors? Why is a pastor's housing important for church life?
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Working Together for the Gospel in Liverpool
–Hear the story of how a church planter in Liverpool was sent with a team to help revitalise a smaller church in the north of the city.
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Preparing Disciples for the Workplace
Preparing Disciples for the Workplace
–Adrian Reynolds, Julian Gadsby
We can grow as disciples and glorify God in whatever work he has called us to. How do we pastor people to help them think about work well?
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Church Merger in Action
Church Merger in Action
–Adrian Reynolds, Trevor Archer, Yannick Christos-Wahab
The story of Stockwell Baptist Church highlights how a church merger can help move two local churches, one established, one recently planted, forward.
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The Coronation of King Charles III, Nostalgia, and Quiche
The Coronation of King Charles III, Nostalgia, and Quiche
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What spiritual opportunities are there from the coronation? What value is there in looking back to the past? What's in the coronation quiche?
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Becoming Prayerful People
Becoming Prayerful People
–Adrian Reynolds, Andy Geers
Why can prayer be such a struggle for Christians? What can we do to become more prayerful people: individually and in our churches?
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A Theology of Work
A Theology of Work
–Adrian Reynolds, Julian Gadsby
Is work more than simply earning wages? How should we speak about work in church life? How do we glorify God in our work?
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Fox News, Jaguar Land Rover, and the True Cross
Fox News, Jaguar Land Rover, and the True Cross
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
What does the Fox News lawsuit teach us about truth? How important is your church name? How significant are fragments of the True Cross?
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Experiences of Single People in Church Life
Experiences of Single People in Church Life
–Adrian Reynolds, Andy Robinson
How can churches care for single people as part of the entirety of the flock?
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Asbury, Wales, and Revivals
Asbury, Wales, and Revivals
–Adrian Reynolds, Jonathan Thomas
What are we to make of the stories of revival in places like Asbury and Wales? Should we seek revival in church life?
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School Shootings, Trump Indictment, and Word Alive
School Shootings, Trump Indictment, and Word Alive
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
Should we be more shocked at sin? What can we learn from fallen politicians? What part do Christian conferences play in the life of a believer?
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FIEC Distinctives: our Ethos Statements
–John Stevens
FIEC's Ethos Statements bring clarity to our life and ministry as a Fellowship, covering gospel unity, women in ministry, and same sex marriage.
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Building Confidence in the Bible
Building Confidence in the Bible
–Adrian Reynolds, Brian Edwards
How can church leaders help people in their churches to have confidence in the Bible as the authoritative word of God?
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Trust in the Police, Ofsted Evaluations, and The Apprentice
Trust in the Police, Ofsted Evaluations, and The Apprentice
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
Can we trust the police? Is there merit in the Ofsted model of evaluation? Can we learn about leadership from The Apprentice?
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The Pursuit of Diversity in Leadership
The Pursuit of Diversity in Leadership
–Adrian Reynolds, Trevor Archer, Yannick Christos-Wahab
Why is diversity in church leadership a good goal to pursue? How can we genuinely develop diversity in leadership without tokenism?
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Talking About Giving and Generosity
Talking About Giving and Generosity
–Adrian Reynolds, Paul Houghton
Why is talking about money so difficult? How can church leaders think and talk about money in a healthy and helpful way?
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Illegal Immigration, Lockdown WhatsApps, and Nepo Babies
Illegal Immigration, Lockdown WhatsApps, and Nepo Babies
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
How do we respond to illegal immigration? What can we learn from the government's lockdown WhatsApp messages? Do nepo babies cause marginalisation?
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Helping People Sing Well
Helping People Sing Well
–Adrian Reynolds, Sally Jackman
What is the place of singing in church life and how can church leaders help people sing well?
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Community Youth Work
Community Youth Work
–Adrian Reynolds, Antonia Sheldrake, Andy Mossop
What does youth ministry in a local church look like when it seeks to reach young people in the community?
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Nicola Sturgeon, Christian Illiteracy, and John Motson
Nicola Sturgeon, Christian Illiteracy, and John Motson
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
Could we have an evangelical Scottish First Minister? What is the effect of Christian illiteracy in Britain? What can John Motson's passion teach us?
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More Blessed to Give than to Receive
More Blessed to Give than to Receive
–Trevor Archer
In church ministry, to give is to imitate the very heart of God as the gospel travels out into the world. From The Hub 2023.
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Who Are You Yoked With?
Who Are You Yoked With?
–Andy Rees
As the temple of the living God, we must not be joined with darkness but be yoked with Christ. From The Hub 2023.
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Great Endurance
Great Endurance
–Andy Rees
Endurance is necessary in church ministry. But that ministry is a privilege like no other: "making many people rich". From The Hub 2023.
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Raising Lay Leaders
Raising Lay Leaders
–Phil Topham, Ray Evans
How do we raise and train lay elders and other lay leaders in the church?
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Natural Disasters, War in Ukraine, and Worldliness in the Church
Natural Disasters, War in Ukraine, and Worldliness in the Church
–Phil Topham, Adrian Reynolds, John Stevens
How can we answer questions about suffering? What is a right response to the ongoing war in Ukraine? How do we avoid worldliness creeping into church?
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Safeguarding to the Glory of God
Safeguarding to the Glory of God
–Adrian Reynolds, Paul Harrison, Sue Harrison
If safeguarding is about protecting people from harm and promoting their wellbeing, it can be done with joy to the glory of God.
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Genuine Racial and Cultural Diversity
Genuine Racial and Cultural Diversity
–Phil Topham, Yannick Christos-Wahab
How can churches that are culturally diverse, or that wish to be, foster genuine diversity and not tokenism?
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