M is for Motivation

Why do we do the things we do? Does it matter what motivates us? Surely if we are obeying the rules, that’s all God cares about? In our alphabet series of things essential for a life of faith, we looked at the fact that M is for Motivation. Motivation is the fuel...

Thurnscoe Spring Show

The Thurnscoe Spring Show, organised by Big Local Thurnscoe, started with a procession from Thurnscoe East down to Houghton Road Centre. It included a celebration of Thurnscoe’s mining history and also focussed on various circus and spring activities, including...

God Is In The House

Mark spoke this morning from Luke 5:17-26, where Jesus heals a paralysed man brought to Him by four friends (see also Mk 2:1-12). This amazing miracle prompted awe and astonishment among the people and is a vivid reminder of God’s power. People came from far and...

Live The Life

Garry spoke tonight from Eph 3:9-13 and Eph 4:1-4, talking about how we are urged to live the life worthy of our calling. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians was written whilst he was a prisoner in Rome, under house arrest. Despite these inauspicious circumstances,...

How To Make Wise Choices

Making wise choices will always start with our thoughts. Choosing life, Nicky Gumbel says, ‘starts with your thoughts. Your thoughts become your words. Your words become your actions. Each day, choose life-giving thoughts.’ (BIOY, 19th April 2017) Jesus said, ‘out of...