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In this relevant consideration of Mark 10v17-25, we explore the Rich Young Ruler’s mis-conceptions of Eternal Life. What is it, and didn’t he have a right to it anyway?

 

 The Rich Young Ruler [30:46m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (454)

This picture of a young child reminds us of the miracle of life that God gives.

Spiritual life is a greater miracle, and can only come through faith and trust in God’s Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus said “Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18v3

Like a child, God then wishes us to grow by feeding on what Peter calls “the sincere milk of the Word (the Bible)”. 1Peter 2v2

In podcasts you will find many mp3 recordings of Bible teaching. In fact, in the Bible we find that God has plenty to say about hearing.

“He that hath ears to hear, let him hear”

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Wesley Downs works with people in a deprived area of south Manchester - some of which have lives ruined by alcohol, drugs or worse. He can testify to many cases where the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ has set individuals free not only from the penalty of sin, but also the power of sin.

In this powerful sermon, he explores how in reality each of us are born slaves to sin. Only faith in the Lord Jesus can set us free. The Lord Jesus once said, “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed” John 8v36.

 

 A Slave to Sin? [32:18m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (369)

No, you are quite right – everything has a cost. Whether it is a financial cost, a time cost, or some other cost - everything costs somebody, somewhere, something.

But there is such a thing as a gift.
Something that has been paid for by someone else, and is now on offer without cost to the recipient.

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In the headlines

“The search for peace”

“Northern Ireland Peace Process”

“India wants peace with its neighbours”

“Bush and Blair want peace”

These are just a handful of headlines from the same week, to illustrate that the world is looking for peace.

But where did it all go wrong?

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What’s the Bible about? traces the thread of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Written by many writers over several centuries, God’s eternal person and purposes shine through.

Brian lives in the Blackburn area with his wife and two children. His preaching has influenced a number of people over the last decade.

 

 What's the Bible about? [36:34m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (249)

Josh Beckett has submitted these helpful articles, pointing us to the Lord Jesus Christ, described in scripture as the Good Shepherd.

• I Shall Not Want explains Psalm 23 and other parts of the Bible, to show that only Christ can meet our deepest need in life. Sceptical? Read it for yourself!
• He Restores My Soul is of interest to those who trusted Christ as Saviour years ago, but the flame of faith is now burning but dimly.

There’s only one… was recorded on Mother’s day: we only have one mother! However Douglas goes on to explore a number of things from God’s Word the Bible, where there is only one.

Douglas is a management consultant who lived for a number of years in Doncaster, but now lives with his family near the village of Four Marks.

 

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“You only get one shot at life” is a frank and open look at what really matters. Josh explains clearly from the Bible what our greatest need is, and warns of the consequences of refusing God’s offer of Eternal Life.

Josh is married with a young family, and works as an electrician. Find out what God means to him, in this simple yet sincere address.

 

 "You only get one shot at life" [27:36m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (241)