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Was Jesus' teaching about navigating life what people expected? Kyle Henderson-Begg looks at what Jesus' Sermon on the Mount says about dealing with difficulties like anger, broken relationships and how to respond to evil. If this were a challenge or a 'to do' list, we might not have any chance, but what if Jesus didn't just talk about a way of life, but was the way of life?
Read MoreHow much do we rely on God? David Jennings looks at the way he tends to trust God naturally when needing special or miraculous intervention, but had to learn to trust him for other things too. This includes growing the fruit of the Spirit - love, joy, peace and patience can seem like things we should just try harder to be good at, but Jesus told followers to rely on connection with him to grow them. Are our everyday expectations for what God can do with us too small? What would happen if we fully relied on God and his love for us?
Read MoreHow can we draw close to God as we cross into new seasons of life? Claire Lynch reflects on her recent experiences, what they have meant to her and how reflecting with Jesus has given her fresh perspectives on what she has been relying on, what she wants to move into, and how Jesus is helping to power her journey.
Read MoreHow does the way we look at the Bible change what we think it means, and how we live as a result? Stephen Welbourne takes inspiration from Zach Lambert’s “Better Ways to Read the Bible” and Danielle Strickland’s “Right Side Up” podcast (from April 27th 2026), and looks at what happened when Jesus met a woman accused of adultery. This story has been seen in lots of ways. If it can help us to see Jesus’ approach, it can also help us to treat people and brokenness effectively and avoid weaponising religion. What stands out to you from this story?
Read MoreWhat does it mean to think of God as father? Kyle Henderson-Begg brings his experience of mixed feelings about this and considers the importance of relationship to us and, according to the Bible, to God. Can a fresh look at how and why God is described as a father, together with our experience of God today, help to heal any hurt that arises when we think of a father God?
Read MoreHow can we bring hope where we live? David Jennings shares his experience of life in Bristol meeting people in difficult situations and trying to share God's love with them. It can sometimes feel like our faith life is purely personal, and it's good to remember how much God love us. But is this comfort only part of the life God wants for us? Can we believe that it's possible to share in suffering and bring hope and life too?
Read MoreWhen life looks dark, what happens when light surprises us? Marie-Anne Joiner shares experiences of finding joy in difficulty and mystery, and how this can fuel creativity we all have. Everyone has stories worth sharing, but how do we find them? Can we learn to make space and silence to notice the fullness of God’s presence, like stars in the darkness?
Read MoreWhat difference does our state of mind make when we see new things happening? Karen Green shares experience of life in Bristol and looks at stories of people around Jesus who looked at God’s coming kingdom in different ways. Can getting to know Jesus better and growing our faith in him change the way we see the world, and develop open minds to new possibilities?
Read MoreWhat difference does the state of our hearts make to how we receive, process and grow with words from God? Kyle Henderson-Begg looks at Jesus’ parable of the sower, and what it meant for their seed to be everywhere but growing differently in different places. What does good growth look like, and how can we see more of it?
Read MoreWhat difference does sharing vulnerability make? Looking at examples from the Bible and stories of experience today, we look at how willingness to show where we are imperfect or need help can transform us and our relationships.
Read MoreWhat does love from God mean for us? Jason Whiley shares experience of receiving, living in and sharing love from God, and looks at passages from the Bible including Psalm 139 which show how others have seen this too.
Read MoreWhat do we expect from God’s kingdom and Jesus as King? In this Palm Sunday talk, Dan Green looks at what the crowd who welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem hoped and believed might happen, and how they would have been shocked by Jesus and what would happen next. Similarly, when crowds gather today with faith, flags and the nation in mind, does Jesus fit expectations? What do we expect from Jesus?
Read MoreWhy can it feel awkward to think or talk about being “redeemed” or “saved”? Kyle Henderson-Begg looks at how we can understand this better by getting to know God’s love, his long-standing promises and the person and work of Jesus.
Read MoreWhat is worship all about? David Jennings looks at how important it has always been for God's people to worship, how this has been reflected in buildings and structures, and how these give us a meaningful picture today.
Read MoreWhere are we as a church, what makes us who we are, and what are we looking forward to in 2026? Owen and Claire Lynch share how Severn is an inclusive community of friends where all people are welcome to encounter Christ Jesus. If you would like to know more about giving to Severn, see our Giving page.
Read MoreWhat might God have prepared you for this year? The story of Esther describes a woman in an unusual work situation, picked out by leaders with their own purposes in mind, but seemingly placed by God for an unimaginably important role.
Jewish people regularly celebrate this story and credit God, who is not directly seen in it, for saving and supporting them through Esther's faith and faithfulness. Can we also discern purpose from God in our work, family or community?
Read MoreWhat would a meeting with the baby Jesus have been like? Owen Lynch looks at this from the viewpoint of Magi - the “wise men” who came with expectations set by prophecy, valuable gifts and a hazardous journey that brushed with powers who wanted nothing to come from Jesus’ life.
Could Jesus have held the power to change lives, and could this have been seen at the time we celebrate at Christmas?
Read MoreWhat difference does faith in Jesus make to our sense of freedom? David Jennings shares experiences of people who have found transformation when starting to believe and trust in God, and looks at how Jesus described what to expect. When we feel a sense of tiredness from heavy burdens as we try hard to do the right things, is this coming from what God wants from us, or could Jesus be looking to relieve, empower and refresh us?
Read MoreWhat is special about the new season we’re about to enter? Kyle Henderson-Begg looks at the role that festivals play in people’s lives, providing inspiration - literally, breath in - to fuel our lives and day to day expressions of faith. They can show us God’s character and our purpose, as well as interrupting regular life to refresh and remind us that life ahead can be different, better than what we are used to. How can engaging with Advent in the approach to Christmas help you see life differently this year?
Read MoreCan God speak to you through pictures? Find out with this approach to prayer and meditation.
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