In this short video Ian tells the story of how the church was born. 50 days ago Jesus rose from the dead at Easter. 10 days ago He went back to heaven leaving His disciples wondering what would happen next. Today they found out!
In this short video Ian looks at another story of what happened to Paul while he was visiting Philippi. Paul has found himself in a bit of a sticky situation but after God makes a way to escape, there is an unexpected twist.
In this short video Ian tells the story of what happened to another of Jesus' followers, Paul, when he had an unexpected vision.
In this short video Ian again looks at Peter's confusion after a vision from God which suddenly becomes very clear when there is a knock at the door.
In this short video Ian looks at another event in Peter's life after Jesus commissioned him to tell people everywhere about Him. God brings new life into a situation through Peters prayer and faith.
In this short video Ian tells the story of a conversation Jesus had with Peter, one of His disciples. This conversation was a big deal for Peter after something he had done a few weeks earlier that he wasn't very proud of!
In this short video Ian tells the story of what happened the first time the disciples met Jesus again after He had died and come back to life. There was something amazing that they missed out on that we can now experience!
Happy Easter! In this short video Ian talks about why Christians celebrate today and the way we believe the world is completely changed and we can live forever with God if we choose to.
In this short video Ian tells the story of Jesus arriving in Jerusalem a week before the events of Easter. It was a day of great celebration but by the end of that week everything would have changed.
In this short video Ian tell a story about what happened when some urgent news was given to Jesus - how did He prioritise His actions and what can we learn about what is important?
In this short video Ian continues to think about choices - and in particular the choice not to give up even when nothing seems to be happening!
In this short video Ian retells a story Jesus told about two brothers - one who was reconciled to his father despite making some very poor choices, and the other who couldn't even bring himself to see his brother.
In this short video Ian thinks about something one of Jesus' friends did for him shortly before He would be arrested, tortured and killed. Her actions would turn out to be prophetic!
In this short video Ian thinks about some of the things Jesus said about the good things God want to give to people. If God only wants good things for the people who follow Him why do bad things still happen?
In this short video Ian talks about some of the counter-cultural things Jesus said. His message wasn't complicated but it did go against the natural way we humans want to behave. Does His message still have relevance today?
In this short video Ian tells the story of what happened one day when Jesus went up a mountain to pray with a few of His friends. This wasn't going to be a regular, quiet prayer meeting!
In this short video Ian thinks about the start of the season the church calls Lent and its parallels with a time of temptation Jesus went through before He started His ministry.
In this short video Ian thinks about the way Jesus asked his first disciples to follow Him. After what they had seen and heard, how could they possibly say no!
In this short video Ian follows on from looking at the impact ancient prophecies can have to look at a story of how those same words can create anger and rejection. How can you do something this week to make life better for someone instead?
In this short video Ian looks at the impact God's words have had over the years. Christians believe the Bible is the inspired words of God - why not have a look for yourself and see what you think?
In this short video Ian looks at the first miracle Jesus performed. No-one made a song or dance about it and many people wouldn't have even realised. Sometimes just helping someone is enough.
In this short video Ian looks at Jesus getting baptised. Baptism is still something we do today. Why not find out more for yourself about what it means.
Happy Christmas! We hope you enjoy our retelling of the Christmas story!
In this short video Ian thinks about the visit of the wise men to see Jesus when He was still a baby. What were their gifts and what did they mean?
In this short video Ian thinks about Jesus as a child and how He explored something about who He was. As we prepare for 2025 why not make this year a time to explore something about Jesus yourself?
In this short video Ian thinks about the difference Christian faith makes to his own life - not just one part of life but everything!
In this short video Ian starts opening the doors of his advent calendar. There are lots of things to talk about this week from angels with messages to a stable, quiet and waiting for something amazing to happen.
In this short video Ian continues opening doors on his advent calendar. This week we find gold, a donkey, and a hen with her chicks amongst other reminders of what was to come on that first Christmas.
In this short video Ian continues opening doors on his advent calendar. This week we find shepherds, carol singers and a reminder that God is bigger than even the universe!
In this short video Ian thinks about the importance of the last thing we say. Often these are the words people remember long after we said them. Let's make them good words.
In this short video Ian thinks about the things that last forever and the things that one day fall apart.
In this short video Ian thinks about how we see ourselves in this world and what Jesus' response was when two of His friends asked for a very big favour.
In this short video Ian tells the story of a man with an obvious problem who met Jesus. In everything we have the freedom to make our own choices. Let's choose to make good choices!
In this short video Ian thinks about the most important laws Jesus considered we should live by. If these laws become part of our core values then maybe we will be able to make a difference to the people around us in this world.
In this short video Ian thinks about the value and worth of each of us. It is important that we recognise we each have our own value as well as recognising that same value in others.
In this short video Ian tells another story teaching us about trusting God. This time the question is how much do we rely on ourselves and how hard it can be to trust God if we think we don't need Him.
In this short video Ian tells the story of what happened when Jesus met some children. God wants us to feel the kind of trust in Him that a young child has in the people around them who look after them.
In this short video Ian thinks about relationships between friends and how following Jesus is much more similar to a friendship than following rules.
In this short video Ian thinks about the way the Jesus described greatness and leadership. It wasn't quite what His disciples had expected!
In this short video Ian tells the story of a Greek woman who went to find Jesus in desperation. Her faith was incredible and she wasn't disappointed with what she found when she spoke with Jesus.
In this short video Ian thinks about some advice that one of Jesus' disciples would give to Jesus' followers all over Israel in the years after Jesus went back to heaven. What we say can be powerful - do we always respect that power?
In this short video Ian thinks about what Jesus was saying when He told people He would give them bread that would last for ever - He even used the words "I am the bread that gives life!"
In this short video Ian tells the story of another run-in Jesus had with the authorities. This time they would try to trap Him in a matter of the law but Jesus pointed out that no-one is perfect!
In this short video Ian thinks about some advice given by a follower of Jesus called Paul as he wrote a letter to a group of Christians. Where do you go for good advice?
In this short video Ian tells the story of four friends - When one of them is sick and dies how will the story end if Jesus is one of those four?
In this short video Ian tells the story of another run-in Jesus had with the authorities. This time it's a case of "Do as I say don't do as I do".
In this short video Ian tells a story about Jesus going for a walk where by all rights He should not have been able to walk!
In this short video Ian looks right back in time at how the early Israelite nation understood God and looks at how that changed when Jesus came and died.
In this short video Ian tells a sad story of what happened when someone didn't consider all the implications of their words. How can we make sure we always have the right words?
In this short video Ian looks at what happened when Jesus went home. In contrast to last week when faith made everything work, what will happen when there is no faith?
