Yesterday I had the privilege of speaking at Witney Community Church, continuing their series on the book of Acts. We looked at the picture of the early church in Acts 2.42-47 (a passage I think I’ve heard more sermons on than any other, but had never preached on until this week!) We considered some of…
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Baptism in the Spirit (sermon)
On Sunday I had the privilege of speaking at Carterton Community Church, continuing their series on life in the Spirit. After a fantastic time of worship (it was one of those precious times when I didn’t want it to end TBH, and was reluctant to start preaching!) we looked at what it means to be…
Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit
On Sunday I had the privilege of preaching at Henley Baptist Church, where I was asked to speak on the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5.13–25. We looked at what the fruit of the Spirit is, how it grows, and what it means to walk in step with the Spirit. If you fancy giving…
Walking in Fear and Comfort (Acts 9:31)
Last weekend I returned to preach at Christ Church London’s services in East London. Having been a pastor there for 12 years until we moved earlier this year, it was a little unusual to return as a guest speaker, but it was fun to be back! A.W. Tozer wrote: “If the Holy Spirit was withdrawn…
The Hand of God (Sermon)
It was great fun being up in Manchester at the weekend, kicking off the new year of Christ Church Manchester’s School of Theology, and also getting to speak at their service in Gorton on the Sunday. Here’s my sermon, if you’re interested. It’s one I’ve given before, looking at the church’s prayer in Acts 4…
Living Sacrifice: Fire and Fuel (Romans 12:11-12)
Following Jesus was never meant to be dull. But often challenging seasons can rob us of our spiritual vibrancy. In this talk, Liam considers how we can cultivate a vibrant spiritual life rejoicing in hope, being patient in trials, and constant in prayer. Audio: Listen or download Here is a small-group practice to help you reflect…
A Library of Liturgies
The Apostle Paul wrote that we should, ‘Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests’ (Ephesians 6:18) Sometimes it’s hard to know how to do that. I can find myself facing a particular situation and realising that I don’t know where to start. I don’t know how I feel…
God only knows?
Jesus said that no one knows the date of his return except the Father. But does that also include the Spirit?
Whose hand?
‘This hand is your hand.This hand is my hand.Oh wait, that’s your hand.No wait, it’s my hand!’ Joey Tribbiani In Acts 4, Peter and John have been released from prison. They return to the gathering of believers, tell them of the wonders God has done, and then together the church prays. It’s a powerful prayer,…
The Spirit Filled Life: The Hand of God
In Acts 4, the church prayed for God to give them courage and stretch out His hand in signs and wonders. In the final talk of our series, Liam unpacks their prayer and considers what it means for us, as we seek to live lives filled with the Spirit of God. Audio: Listen or download Here…
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