http://www.life-eternal.org.uk This is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. (John 17 verse 3 - The Bible) Sun, 18 May 2008 14:01:50 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Ever been invited to a wedding reception ... ... did you say you'd go; and at the last minute make excuse? How did the bride and bridegroom take it? Today, God invites you ...Download The Great Supper http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/the-great-supper/ Start 2008 well. Ian Jackson, a full time preacher from Eastbourne uses the text of Luke 23 to powerful effect, as he invites listeners to respond to the challenge of God's Word. Listen through, then feel free to post your feedback.Download New Year Challenge http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/new-year-challenge/ This special 5 part series of teaching, takes various facetts of Christian life - individual and collective - and shows how the believer in the Lord Jesus Christ can leave behind the mediocre, and rise to the heights that God purposes for His own. Ian Jackson of Eastbourne is a respected ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/say-goodbye-to-mediocre-christian-living/ Mark shares with us a little of the Saviour's compassion as He responds to the need of two blind men by the road leading out of Jericho. They knew their need, they knew who could meet that need - they called out to Him and He heard them and ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/two-blind-men/ Christ - the greatest messenger sent by the Father - who could say, "he that hath seen Me hath seen the Father," - who after three years in their company, has to say to His disciples, "have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/be-not-afraid-only-believe/ ... "If ye love me, keep my commandments."  John 14v15 The 10 commandments? No. The Christian has been set free from the bondage of the law.  The Christian has recieved directly from the Son of God the gift of God's Holy Spirit - enabling them to live in love towards God and their neighbour, ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/i-love-jesus/ Which Way Now? The Bible describes our walk of life as being on one of two different pathways: There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. Proverbs 16v25 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/which-way-now/ Here Douglas takes a reference in the book of Proverbs to Wisdom's seven pillars, and suggests fundamental lessons for believers which may be represented by each pillar; each one being closely linked to Wisdom himself - the Lord Jesus Christ. A refreshingly 'back to basics' consideration of some fundamental Christiology.Download Wisdom's Seven ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/wisdoms-seven-pillars/ The Bible states: "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved."  Romans 10v9 Paul Jackson, school teacher and parent of 3 dispels some commonly held misunderstandings of the gospel as he expounds the ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/if_thou_shalt_confess_with_thy_mouth_the_lord_jesus/ "It seems that being obedient isn't cool any more" observes Nigel Wilcock.  He then goes on to deal with what God says about obedience ... and disobedience.  Frank, true to God's word and well worth listening to.Download Obedience… or doing our own thing http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/obedience_or_doing_our_own_thing/ 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?Download The Rich Young Ruler http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/rich_young_ruler/ The Brook examines 5 references to brooks in the Word of God. The brook Eschol (The Spies) The brook in the valley of Elah (David) The brook Cherith (Elijah) The brook from which Nehemiah viewed Jerusalem The brook Cedron (Christ) As John follows these references through scripture he draws a lesson from each. Listen again and read ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/the-brook/ 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/child/ 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" Matthew 11v15 Could the words of the prophet Isaiah be true of Britain today? "This is a rebellious ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/hear-in-britain/ 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, ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/a-slave-to-sin/ 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/nothing-in-this-world-is-free/ "Preaching Peace by Jesus Christ" Acts 10 verse 36 (The Bible) 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/peace/ Norman Clay takes the Old Testament Bible character of Jehoshaphat as a catalyst to considering how the believer in the Lord Jesus can know an effective and powerful prayer life.Download Effective Prayer - The life of Jehoshophat http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/effective-prayer-jehoshophat/ I wonder whether, like us, you've ever wondered what God looks like, as He sits upon His heavenly throne. In 'The Glory of God' Tim examines the prophet Ezekiel's account of his vision of the throne of God in all His glory. How would such a vision affect my appreciation of ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/glory-of-god/ This 'must listen to' exposition of God's wonderful works, is the perfect antidote to the lies and fairy tales that abound in modern science. Find out how relatively recent scientific discoveries were written in the Bible centuries earlier. Find out which of all God's wonderful works is actually the greatest ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/wonderful-things/ 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/whats-the-bible-about/ 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/the-good-shepherd/ 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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/theres-only-one/ "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 ... http://www.life-eternal.org.uk/archives/you-only-get-one-shot-at-life/