Jess Tasker gives us a personal perspective on life as a Christian, her faith and spiritual journey over the lockdown and following years as progressed through university and the impact of living in a new city, away from her family and the church family she has grown up with.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Jay Blades and his team of restorers put their individual talents to work to take precious heirlooms and beaten-up treasures and restore them to new life. This morning Andrew guides our thoughts about how, post-lockdown, we can be restored to something greater - as disciples, as a family, as children of God.…

Leading us through some life lessons in community and perseverance, Jo brings us to the last few days of Jesus’ life before the cross, and how it might have felt to be there. How did the disciples keep going? Peter has his struggles but Jesus reassures us he is always there, he offers us forgiveness, a fresh start and healing.…

Malcolm delivers another poetic encouragement about life and death, rest and restlessness, seeking and finding, futility and fulfilment. When we’re burdened and downtrodden, Malcolm suggests that all we need to is remember that we are loved.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

The parable of the persistent widow - or in some versions, the parable of the unjust judge - is a short, sharp lesson in God’s infinite mercy. We have a teaching here to never give up on something we’re praying for if we know it to be good, just and to God’s glory. Colin studiously delivers an important lesson in discipleship.…

This morning Ronnie asks us - are we hungry? The answer is - we should be! When our heads ache with thirst, desperately yearning for water, that’s the kind of thirst we should have for God, and when we’re filled - it’s beyond stuffed. Righteousness is not just doing right - if you know what you should do and don’t do it, it’s just as problematic. R…

Maurice takes us back to the Lord’s prayer, and shows us the challenge hidden within it. What follows is an exhortation all about how we forgive, what we decide we are able to forgive, and who we forgive for what. Our challenge is to compare how we forgive with how God forgives - when God forgives a lifetime of sin for each of us, we are called to …

David challenges us to examine our personal religion and asks questions about what sits at the heart of our faiths? Where is the focus for your faith: is it what we should be doing or is it what God has done and is doing for us? How do we react to people who offend us or don’t think the way we do? This morning we pause to reflect on the people who …

In an interactive morning, Neil delves into spiritual growth. How does a plant grow - what does God provide to make those miracles happen, and how does God provide for us? Neil invites the audience to share what they think about growth and what makes them grow, and we are challenged to do something new that will help us grow spiritually, as well as…

Martyn talks to us this morning about worshipping our God with the words we read, that we say, and that we write. Paul’s letters respond to the Greek churches - showing them that a Christian faith is not something that can be added to, that they aren’t able to achieve their salvation with achievement or by increasing their knowledge. But rather, th…

Red shines a light on the world of the tomato grower. From it he shows us the lessons the people of Israel learnt in the wilderness. In humility we need to acknowledge the sweetness of the gifts God has given us, the bitterness of the Jesus’ death on the cross. Miranda challenges us in our response to God’s gift - showing us where the Israelites we…

Following a trip to the Dead Sea in Israel, Mark and Elaine found there were some spiritual lessons in the experience of floating - of resting and letting the water support you. How do we make rest our friend, and how do we rest with God? After all, rest is something that God created for our benefit.…

Andrew explores several remarkable baptisms recorded in Acts and draws out the plans God had for each of these people. All three baptisms point to the love Jesus has for his church, and of the inclusiveness of his church. How can we live free in Christ - what does that look like? What is true freedom in Christ?…

On the morning of the baptism of our sister Shayegheh, Rachel very aptly gives us a few thoughts about freedom. What are free from, and where does that leave us now? What does it mean to us and how do we let it impact our everyday lives?Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

In a break from the normal service structure, Zoe and Tim lead a special Easter Sunday, walking us through the week leading up to Jesus death on the cross and the days following as he rose to new life. This morning we meditate on those few days, on Jesus and his disciples, and the impact those events have had on our lives today and into the future.…

Who is your king? We each hold a throne room in our hearts. Our king is the one who receives our time, our allegiance. This morning, Malcolm challenges us to reflect on this and how we have or are responding to what Jesus asks of us - to accept him as our king and allow him into our hearts.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

This morning James spends time considering one of the female disciples - Martha. Whilst Mary, Martha’s sister, sat at the feet of her Rabbi, Martha is a disciple who focused her energy on service. Do we identify with Martha and how do we learn lessons from her and her relationship with her Messiah.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Following on from last week, Neil guides us through what it means to have faith in a living lord - to do what he calls us to do, that is to living out our Lord, and allowing him to guide us. Does the Spirit live in us? How does it affect us today in our lives and the gifts, the fruits of the Spirit that we are each given. We apologise for some nota…

The third in the series from the elders - this week we focus on Jesus’ presence in our lives today. Jesus tells his disciples to come to him if they are thirsty - the living temple through whom living water flows. What does this mean for us, and what does it tell us about the Holy Spirit?Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Bob reflects on the world events dominating our news headlines - about the wickedness in the human heart that can cause so much suffering. In focusing in on Adam & Eve’s temptation - he demonstrates the power of Jesus’ temptations - and why we embrace the reinstatement of the kingdom through the blood of Jesus.…

We aren’t as familiar with what the word ‘Lord’ means compared to ancient times, where a hierarchy in society was much stronger. How does what we’re used to affect our understanding of why we call Jesus ‘Lord’. Liz and Richard lead our thoughts about what the ‘Lordship’ of Jesus means to us.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

As followers of Jesus, we are waiting for his return. But how focused are we on what we're waiting for and are we paying attention. Richard leads our thoughts on discipleship and the way we look to Jesus during our patient waiting.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Chris takes us through those days around the transfiguration - showing us how disconnected the disciples were around that time, and how Jesus might have felt, knowing about what was to come. In that moment on the mount of Olives, Jesus sees the ‘then’ and ‘now’ - and we are reminded today of the ‘then’ and ‘now’ of the kingdom that we hope for.…

Liz and Pete lead us in a service of thanksgiving, focusing on the theme of past, present and future.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Sometimes in life, especially during the pandemic, we really feel distanced. Whether we feel exiled or we've exiled ourselves, it can be hard to find a new perspective. Rachel gives us a compellingly honest perspective when hopes are challenged. But as we see in Jeremiah, God has a message for us. Whatever you're carrying today, bring it to the cro…

What's your life like - are you blessed? We hear and see the word used a lot - and we take it to mean one thing: we have been given plenty - whether materially, with job security, with our health or with friends and family. This morning, Luke challenges us to see it differently. He shows us that the beatitudes have a lot to say about this, so how d…

The Western World functions in a humanist groove that centres on human rights, but the origins of the human rights we’re familiar with may surprise you. Charles takes us on a journey from where we are today, back in time to a faith centred society - and ultimately, back to Genesis to discover the power of being made in God’s image and how we need t…

It's the first week of advent and Andy and Vicky bring us the story of Simeon and Anna. They both had to wait a long time to see their Messiah. Our challenge is to wait patiently but passionately.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Martyn struggles with the idea of God resting. And yet, we’re told in Hebrews that that is part of what he promises us as disciples - that we will be welcomed into God’s rest. Genesis’ creation account has a moment where God rested. What does it mean?Martyn explores the answer to this question and helps us understand what it can mean to us and our …

How do we pray? It’s easy to think of the things we want to ask for in prayer to our Father, but do we take time to say thank you, to listen for God’s response. Andrew introduces us to the concept of Active Listening, something Jesus often talked about - do we choose to listen, choose to take in what we’re hearing, to allow the words we’re hearing …

At the start of this mornings service, Tony presents an “ordinary” empty box - but the box hides a secret red handkerchief that quickly turns into many handkerchiefs. Tony shows us that the way we see things is not the same way that God sees things. We perhaps don’t even judge ourselves the way God judges us - all we are called to do is be strong, …

Despite all the benefits, this lockdown has brought on a kind of cabin fever. How do we cope in this time - how can ensure more goes right than goes wrong. Mark takes us to the crucifixion to consider the lessons there for us.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Seven weeks on from the crucifixion, we see the disciples preaching in tongues to a crowd. A crowd that may have included some of the people who wanted Jesus killed. God calls them too - everyday people who are then convinced by Peter and their lives are changed forever. Tony leads us through a reading of Acts 2 and shows us what the impact of God’…

This isn’t the April we wanted… But, as Malcolm says, it’s the April we’ve been given. How do we make the most of the rest of it? Three words: Gratitude - collect your reasons to be thankful; Others - set your mind to serving others and resist being selfish; Determination - remind yourself that while this is tough but your faith is tougher. Gratitu…

Summary to FollowAutor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Summary to followAutor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

This morning, Tom guides us through some principles he and Naomi have learnt through relationship psychology - and shows how we as a church can improve our own relationships and better respond to each other’s needs. When we emotionally reach out, we need to respond emotionally to bond in love, in our discipleship together.…

Tony asks us some incisive and challenging questions about our response to the very reasons why church exists at all. Are we keeping our promises in the same way God keeps his? Does it matter if we do? What really matters to us in our in our interactions at church?Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Singing out loud is scientifically proven to relieve pain and to reduce stress. Singing out loud with other people does the same if not more - it has even been proven to benefit our immune systems, relax us and bring us joy. But why? Colin provides his thoughts about singing, worship and worshipping together in harmony. He challenges us to try and …

This morning Sheila draws us together in thinking about the journey we are all on. We gather on a Sunday morning to meet with our fellow travellers as well as our guides and companions on the road - the Lord God and His son Jesus Christ. Sheila shows us a view of the finish, the coming kingdom, the common goal we share as disciples.…

In the letter to the Romans, Chapter 12, Paul explores some improtant qualitites. We are taught abot equality, dignity and diversity. Charles explores how we value ourselves and others and what we can do to combat the instant gratification, superficial short-cuts that seem to be hard-wired into our society.…

David walks through an exploration of the questions and points that are thrown up by Acts 13 and Paul’s journeys and interactions. The good news reached us in the end due to the tenacity and courage of him and others. And gratitude is our response.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Jacob wrestled with God and was strong enough to stand up against the representation of God that he met. In his struggle, he was only stopped by divine intervention. David explores this and proposes that in equipping us properly, God often gives us a tough workout. It is the faithful endurance of Jacob that wins through and is proven as a result of…

We've all fallen asleep at inappropriate moments. There area many lessons we can learn from these experiences but even more that we can learn from the unfortunate-fortunate plight of Eutuchus. Jonathan walks us through some basic steps to stop us being at risk of falling out of windows and dying. Stay Close to God and Christ, Don't let ourselves fa…

Time is something we struggle with and learning to allow God to work in His own time rather than in our time will help us to live in peace. This morning’s take-away: we are called to not only be humble, but to also be bold in our faith.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Malachi's mandate was to call people back to God. They had become lax and mediocre in the way they were treating God & their relationship with him. God's starting point was from a very close, personal relationship of love for Israel. How would our lives change if we constantly had the physical presence of Jesus next to us? Maybe we just need to ask…

Looking at what is below the surface in the story of Anna + Simeon, charles explores the importance of patience. They were patient, waiting for many years for the coming of the Christ. What was it that that enabled them to be dso patient? Hope! When you have hope, patience is that little bit easier.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

What buisness did three mystics from the East have, coming to meet a toddler in Bethlehem? Malcolm explores the ancient story from the angle of these magicians / astronomers / astrologers being referred to as 'wise men'.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church

Martyn centres this advent service around Joseph, and his silent and strong dedication to God, and to his wife-to-be Mary. Just like Joseph, we need to listen to God - and the word of God is a great place to start. Martyn exhorts us to find a sustainable and challenging Bible Reading habit for 2020, and to allow ourselves time to listen to our God.…

We are familiar with the Advent story. Perhaps too familiar. Richard explores an angle we might not have considered when looking at the shepherds that came as the first visitors to Jesus.Autor: The Bethel - Old Trafford Christadelphian Church