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In a world obsessed with control, success, and self-determination, the words “Your will be done” can feel risky counterintuitive. In this message, Pastor Dan Belshaw unpacks the radical invitation at the heart of this prayer: to surrender, trust, and align our lives with God’s purposes. Whether you’re facing uncertainty, wrestling with decisions, or just tired of trying to hold it all together, this message is a reminder that God’s...

Competing Cultures - We all live in the tension of two kingdoms: the way of the world and the way of Jesus. In this message, Pastor Dan Belshaw explores the deeper meaning behind that line in The Lord's Prayer, “Your Kingdom Come,” and what it looks like to live under God’s rule in a world that often pulls in the opposite direction. From the idols we subtly serve to the places we feel torn or compromised, this message is a call...

In the second week of our preaching series PRAY, our Pastor Dan Belshaw unpacks that first line of The Lord's Prayer - “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name”. From what can generally be such an overlooked line, Dan delves into the intimacy, reverence, and identity wrapped in those words. Discover how seeing God rightly transforms how we pray, live, and relate to Him. Whether you’re wrestling with the idea of God as Fathe...

In this powerful message, our good friend Temi Taiwo unpacks the beauty of prayer as an honest, persistent act of faith - not rooted in our strength, but in Jesus’ faithfulness. Drawing from the story of the woman with the issue of blood, Temi invites us to bring our hidden hurts and quiet desperation to Jesus, who calls us not just to be near, but to be known. Whether you're weary, distracted, or full of questions, this messag...

In this opening message of our new preaching series PRAY, Dan invites us to rediscover the richness of the Lord’s Prayer - not as a ritual, but as a powerful, daily tool for deepening our connection with God. With honest insight he explores how prayer shifts our focus from self to the sacred, and why Jesus' model prayer still transforms lives today. If prayer has ever felt dry or distant, this message will refresh your soul and...

In this messageYour Yes Is A No, Pastor Dan Belshaw unpacks the tension we all feel between what we want in the moment and what we've committed to in the long run. Ever said “yes” to something important - only to find it meant saying “no” to comfort, convenience, or old habits? Dan reminds us that following Jesus means stepping into a whole new way of living - one that’s shaped by truth, not just feelings. Through Ephesians 4, ...

In this message It’s Alright For Them Pastor Dan Belshaw takes us through the powerful story of Saul in Acts 9, reminding us that no one is beyond God’s reach. Have you ever thought, “it was alright for the disciples, they had Jesus in person”? Dan encourages us that the same Jesus who met Saul still meets us today. God still speaks, still transforms, and still calls us by name. Through the obedience of Ananias and Saul’s radical ...

In the final week of our series Honest To God, Paul unpacks the powerful message of Psalm 73, reflecting on Asaph’s journey from envy and doubt to faith and trust in God. In this message Paul highlights how life’s frustrations and unanswered questions can actually become the path to deeper faith. As Asaph’s focus shifts - from others, to himself, to God - ours can too. Paul reminds us that God is good, faithful, and in control, eve...

In week five of our "Honest to God" series, our good friend Stephen Baines reflects on Psalm 1, exploring the contrast between just surviving and really thriving. Challenging us to delight in God’s Word and live intentionally, Stephen unpacks how true wisdom roots us in spiritual strength, leading not just to survival - but to thriving in every stage and season of life. If you're hungry for true wisdom and growth, thi...

In week four of our Honest to God series, Lyndsey Holmes unpacks Psalm 51:1-10 - a powerful prayer of repentance from King David. In this message Lyndsey explores the depth of God's mercy, the reality of our brokenness, and the hope of transformation through a clean heart and renewed spirit. This message beautifully reminds us that no one is beyond God’s grace, and through Jesus, we can come with honesty and receive restoration...

In the third week of our series Honest To God, Rachel Calland brings the powerful truth of Psalm 23:1-4 right to the heart of our everyday lives. She challenges us to find true rest - not in distractions and escapism, but in trusting the Shepherd who leads, restores, and protects us. Whether you’re facing times of uncertainty, weariness, or deep struggle, this message offers bold hope: God’s presence is constant, His guidance is su...

In the third week of our series Honest To God, Hols dives into Psalm 42 with a powerful reminder: real strength begins with real honesty. Hols challenges us with the fact that it's probably time to drop the “I’m fine” mask and get honest with God - pain, questions, and all. This message gives us permission to feel, to pause, and to hope again. Whether we're soaring or struggling, we're invited to meet God in the middle ...

This week, our good friend Dan Cronin shared from Joshua 1:1-9, encouraging us to keep stepping forward in faith. We’re not called to stay still - we’re invited into a journey with God, who promises His presence wherever we go. Dan reminded us that strength and courage aren’t about having it all together, but about trusting the One who never leaves us. He challenged us to build our lives on God’s Word - not just hearing it, but let...

Speaking on the final Sunday of Lent, Pastor Dan Belshaw brought a Palm Sunday message from Matthew 21 where Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a humble donkey. Framing it around the idea of our expectations, Dan looked at four parts of this passage and how it confront our often self-centred expectations God. Sometimes we can be so wrapped up in our expectations that we actually miss what God is doing right in front of us. Are you in yo...

Joining us from North Church in Leeds, Abs Niblock brought us into week five of our series 'FROM___TO'. Speaking from Mark 10, Abs looked at the story of blind Bartimaeus and how he called out for Jesus, Jesus heard him, stopped and healed him. Abs challenged us on how often, just like the crowd did to Bartimaeus, we 'shush' ourselves and stop ourselves from calling out to God. How desperate are we for God to actually show up in ou...

Hols Belshaw took us into week 4 of 'FROM__TO', speaking from Mark 8, where Jesus calls His disciples to “carry their cross.” Her message, titled “From Self to Surrender,” explored Jesus’ words: “Deny yourself, take up your cross and follow Me.” Hols talked about how we live in a world that constantly focuses on the self, whereas Jesus teaches that true life is only found in surrendering to Him.

Hols reminded us that this is...