This week’s episode wraps up the Kingdom Stories series by exploring Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders from Matthew 7. We reflect on the difference between merely hearing Jesus' words and living them out, showing how a life built on His foundation endures life's storms. Join us as we consider the question: Are we building our lives on…

In a world increasingly influenced by AI and false appearances, the message of Matthew 7:15-23 reminds us to develop discernment and focus on producing good fruit in our lives. Jesus warns about false prophets and disciples who outwardly appear righteous but lack genuine faith, urging us to evaluate them by their fruits—their actions and character.…

This episode delves into Jesus' teaching on the narrow and wide gates, highlighting the choice between a challenging but fulfilling path to life and an easy road leading to destruction. Walking through the narrow gate means actively pursuing faith, resisting worldly pressures, and living out Kingdom values daily. We’ll explore how intentional disci…

This message invites us to reconsider how we approach God: not as a genie granting wishes or a vending machine dispensing what we want, but as a loving Father with good intentions for us. Jesus' teaching on asking, seeking, and knocking shows that true fulfilment comes from prioritising God’s kingdom above our personal wants and trusting in His wis…

In this episode, we delve into Jesus’s teaching on judgment from Matthew 7, which warns against hypocritical attitudes toward others. We discuss how mercy and humility can transform our relationships and reflect a true Kingdom perspective. Listeners are encouraged to look inward, removing the “plank” from their own eye, before addressing the faults…

In this episode, we explore the profound question: “To serve or to be served?” Using 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Mark highlights the significance of humility and service as key aspects of following Jesus, who modelled this for us. As part of the body of Christ, we are each uniquely gifted to serve, and through these acts, we experience true fulfilment…

In this message, we explore the teachings of Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount, particularly focusing on the contrast between storing treasures on earth and in heaven. The speaker emphasises the importance of living under the rule of King Jesus, who calls us to be generous with our time, talents, and resources. By examining real-life stories and b…

In this message, we explore the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman from John 4, where Jesus offers her "living water," a symbol of eternal life and spiritual fulfillment. The sermon reminds us that Jesus broke barriers to share the good news and that we, too, are called to spread God's message of hope and transformation. It concludes b…

This message explores the profound love of Christ, who sought out sinners, welcomed them, and offered forgiveness even when they didn’t ask for it. Through His actions, Jesus shows us how to enter the world of others with grace and compassion, breaking down barriers of judgement. The sermon invites listeners to reflect on their own lives, embrace f…

When we focus on God's kingdom, love and compassion for others naturally flows out. We may get caught up in pursuing "things" like possessions and success, but true peace and provision comes from seeking God's will above all else. With experience from fifty years of ministry and service Pastor George Ridley encourages his listeners to seek God's ki…

This message delves into the profound power and challenge of forgiveness, exploring how easy it is to hold grudges and how difficult it can be to let them go. Pastor James shares personal experiences, including moments of anger and forgiveness, while explaining the three essential types of forgiveness: granting, receiving, and seeking it. Through B…

In this sermon, listeners are reminded of the importance of storing up treasures in heaven, not on earth, as instructed by Jesus in Matthew 6. Through a personal story about ignoring a car warning light, the speaker illustrates how we often overlook spiritual warnings and calls to realign our hearts with kingdom values. By embracing a spirit-filled…

In his sermon, Olly Awujo emphasizes that no matter the storms we face in life, we can find peace and deliverance through unwavering faith in God, who remains our shepherd and protector. He shares personal experiences of how God’s presence guided him through challenging situations, reinforcing the message that the same God who calms the stormy seas…

In this message, Joe Amaeze recounts the miraculous story of Lazarus's resurrection, emphasising that God's delays can serve a greater purpose and that death is not the finality we perceive. He explores the conversations between Jesus and Lazarus's sisters, revealing doubts and beliefs about God's timing and the power of life and death in our words…

In the hope-filled sermon titled "Twists and Turns," Pastor Joe communicates an uplifting message of resilience and trust in divine guidance. Expressing his love for the UK and gratitude for the opportunity to address fellow believers, he discusses his long-standing experience as a minister along with his personal family life. Pastor Joe brings att…

In this message "Kingdom Miracles - Jesus Walks on the Water" we delve into the familiar story of Jesus' miraculous walk on water and its lessons on faith. Using personal anecdotes and biblical insights, Pastor Olly encourages us to embrace bold faith like Peter, despite doubts and fears. Dividing listeners into "Steppers," "Sinkers," and "Sitters,…

Pastor Laura Conway shares about the feeding of the 5000 in John 6, highlighting the importance of recognising what we have and trusting God to multiply our offerings beyond imagination. She emphasises that no matter how small our resources seem, God can use them for something incredible. With examples from the biblical story, she encourages everyo…

In the final instalment of the "Kingdom Grace" series, the focus is on Jesus' radical teaching to love our enemies, as found in Matthew 5:43-48. This challenging message calls believers to transcend conventional interpretations of "neighbour" and extend love and prayer even to those who persecute them. Through real-life examples, like that of Corri…

The message "Beyond Behaviour - Jesus' Radical Take on Desire and Devotion" delves into Jesus' teachings on desire and devotion in the Sermon on the Mount. Emphasising that Christianity is about more than just behaviour, Pastor Billy discusses the importance of devotion and desire for Jesus in living out the kingdom message. Through a deep dive int…

Sometimes you may feel forced into saying something that is not true. "You look lovely in that dress." "I have plenty of time to do that for you." "This is going to be great!" "I'm fine." In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus challenged his listeners to be honest and truthful. But how do we do this today, particularly with our church family? Discover h…

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus challenges his listeners to go further in their discipleship. By using the argument - "It was said... But I Say..." Jesus raises the bar on godly living to a level we cannot achieve in our own strength, but only through the Grace of God. In this first message in our "Kingdom Grace: But I Say" series, James Fokkens …

Don't miss this enlightening message, "God Knows - When We Are In Pain." In this heartfelt message, Pastor Billy explores God's intimate understanding of our suffering as He knows us personally. Highlighting Jesus' empathetic nature, he delves into how Jesus, through His sacrifice, intimately shares in our pain. Pastor Billy emphasises the importan…

In Pastor Mark's moving sermon, "God Knows: When We Grieve," he delves into the topic of grief and the reassuring presence of God during such periods. Drawing on his personal narrative of losses throughout the pandemic, he unfolds a universal experience of grief, triggered by various losses including death, ended relationships, or the loss of somet…

In this message on anxiety, Pastor Jon Keel shares personal anecdotes and biblical teachings to address common struggles with worry. He emphasises the importance of seeking God's peace through prayer and trust in His provision. Through his wife Vicki's story, the message offers relatable insight into managing anxiety and finding support. The messag…

In this message, explore how Jesus' experiences of human suffering, betrayal, and disappointment offer profound empathy and a blueprint for our response to life's challenges. Learn about the power of holding firm in faith and the transformative impact of forgiveness, drawing on Jesus' example to find freedom and healing.…

In this final message of our series, we explore how being a peacemaker, following God's example, sets us apart as disciples of Christ. We'll discuss the proactive pursuit of peace and reconciliation, and challenge ourselves to live out the Upside Down Kingdom's values, reflecting Christ's peace in our lives.…

In this great message, our Youth pastor, Kathryn Engela-Higham, discusses the final Beatitude in our Upside Down Kingdom Life series, "Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness." She explains that persecution is a reality for believers and cites biblical examples. The message emphasises that enduring persecution is essential for a godly life, …

We were joined by Andrew Shearman who continued our teaching series Upside Down Kingdom CultureMilton Keynes Christian Centre

In this message, Josh Verity delves into the Beatitude "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God," emphasising the interconnectedness of all the Beatitudes and the importance of inner purity. He highlights the heart as the core of our character and stresses the significance of purifying our hearts for a genuine relationship with God. Th…

In this message Sean Harriott discusses the importance of showing mercy as a response to God's mercy towards us, drawing from biblical teachings. He emphasises that mercy is not just kindness but an active choice to forgive and show generosity. Examples from Jesus' interactions show the transformative power of mercy in relationships. The message co…

It is easy for people to say "I'm right and you're wrong!". But how do you tell what is right? What can we use to measure Righteousness? In the "Sermon on the Mount", Jesus encouraged everyone to hunger and thirst for righteousness. But this is not the world's values of right and wrong which seem to change with every passing season. This righteousn…

So often the world's approach to a difficult situation is to fight back. It is a dog-eat-dog world where the weak will be trampled on. The Kingdom Culture approach is counter-cultural, it’s Upside Down, it's not the kingdom of the world, but Jesus’ kingdom is a better way. In the "Sermon on the Mount" Jesus sets out a different approach. He makes i…

The message "Upside Down - Blessed are those who mourn" explores mourning in the context of the Beatitudes and Jesus' countercultural teachings. It emphasises that mourning isn't just feeling bad, but a deep acknowledgement of our brokenness and need for God's grace. Repentance, true mourning over sin out of love for Jesus, is crucial for experienc…

In the first of our series, Upside Down - Kingdom Culture which examines the Beatitudes in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5, we discover what it means to be "poor in spirit". Is it something that is truly blessed and if so how do we discover this truth?Milton Keynes Christian Centre

"it is finished" is one of the most important declarations in history. When Jesus declared this on the cross on Good Friday it was a point when the world changed forever. Find out why in this message.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

Easter Sunday is a celebration of the Christian belief that the Son of God came to earth as fully human and fully divine and who died and came back to life and who offers forgiveness to all those who would believe in Him. Discover the basis for this belief in this message from our Easter Sunday service at Milton Keynes Christian Centre.…

The sermon "Slowing" emphasizes the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced society to follow Jesus' way, rejecting the culture of hurry and busyness. He encourages intentional slowing in actions and thinking, highlighting the need to seek Jesus' presence for rest and renewal.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

The Christian life is simple. Love God and love those around you. We are all guilty of overcomplicating things. Join us as Pastor Billy explores practical ways to help us all slowdown, unhurry and get back to the basics of a simple Christian life of loving God and loving others.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

We know that God rested on the seventh day and called the Israelites to hold a Sabbath day once every seven days. But how often do we take a Sabbath rest? Discover the importance of the Sabbath and the 4 steps to take on a Sabbath day in this message.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

Modern life has so many distractions. And many of these are in the palm of our hand! How do we carry out a digital detox and find the time to be silent and reflect? And where can we do this? Discover some great principles in this message!Milton Keynes Christian Centre

Most of us are just too busy to live an emotionally healthy and spiritually vibrant life. Hurry is incompatible with the way of Jesus. The love, joy, and peace that form the nucleus of Jesus’ kingdom are all impossible in a life of speed. We must “Ruthlessly eliminate hurry.” In this message, learn how to Un-Hurry as we begin our exploration of The…

Generosity to others is a response to God's grace and generosity to us. We are called to live a transformed life where we Love, Serve and Give to those around us. Find out more in this message.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

The Apostle Paul warned that "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil". Money in itself is neither good nor evil. It is what we desire to do with it that matters. In this message explore the difference between getting rich and being rich and how serving others with generosity and compassion is a key part of being ‘rich’.…

Jesus demonstrated God's love for us in the way He gave, served and loved others. In this message, discover how embracing God's love leads you to give, share and love out of the abundance of your life.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

In the Bible, we read how Ezra journeyed from fear to faith. He took specific steps to pause, pray and propel before moving out in faith into what God was leading him and the people of Israel. Discover how you can apply these principles in your life in this message.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

In this message we delve into the book of Ezra, exploring God's work amidst trials and triumphs. As we witness the reconstruction of the temple, we learn to trust God in fear, discouragement, and opposition. Through prayer, fasting, worship, and staying in the Word, we navigate challenges, knowing that God's grace sustains us. Cast your cares upon …

When we fast and pray we find ourselves walking closer to Jesus and God. Our eyes are opened to see what God wants us to do and it heightens our spiritual awareness. Discover how this changes how we live our lives and deal with the situations that we face.Milton Keynes Christian Centre

In the Bible, we read of how Ezra was faced with a great difficulty and how he responded by calling for everyone to fast and pray. Out of the place of prayer and fasting came humility and faith in God and everyone was aware that the hand of God was on them. As we journey through life, we are called to draw near to God, to call upon the Lord, to hum…

Christmas is a time for presents and gifts. Over 2000 years ago, the Greatest Gift was born in Bethlehem. But who is it for? Find out in this short Christmas Eve Message.Christmas is a time for presents and gifts. Over 2000 years ago, the Greatest Gift was born in Bethlehem. But who is it for? Find out in this short Christmas Eve Message.…

From the time of Jesus' conception to his birth and beyond there was praise and rejoicing. We find many of the characters in the Bible that we read about at Christmas time praising God because of his Son. Can we do the same this Christmas?Milton Keynes Christian Centre