Lifeboat - The Searchlight

If God is Sovereign, Why Should We Pray?

Prayer is an invitation to build a deeply personal relationship with God rather than just fulfilling a religious obligation. Even though God is completely sovereign, He actively chooses to partner with humanity by incorporating our prayers into His ultimate design. Ultimately, this communication aligns our hearts with His will and transforms us from passive observers into active participants in His work.   Preacher Julian: Website: https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk [https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk/] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6eJaVNGskL6B_Q3j0yMZA⁠ Bible App: ⁠https://www.bible.com/organizations/e828c61d-f9f3-4fbe-9eaa-4b717413be50⁠ Stay connected:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccblackpool/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://m.facebook.com/ChristCBlackpool/⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com⁠⁠   Chapters 0:00 Continuing Our Question Series: If God Is Sovereign Why Pray? 2:26 Unpacking The Question: If God Is Sovereign Why Should We Pray? 5:04 Moving Beyond Black And White Thinking To Gods Tension 9:11 Understanding God's Supreme Authority And Control  11:30 How God’s Sovereignty Incorporates Human Agency And Partnership 15:22 Connecting With A Loving Father: Prayer Beyond Just Asking 21:37 Abraham's Dialogue With Gods Over Sodom And Gomorrah 25:29 Examples Of Prayers Impact Moses And The Canaanite Woman 31:06 God Invites Us To Partner In History, Following Jesus Prayer Life 34:37 Our Identity In God And The Transformative Power Of Prayer

Should Faith and Politics Mix?

This week we continue our Questions series, exploring the world of politics, concluding that our Christian faith and political engagement absolutely should mix. Looking at the guidance of biblical authors like Jeremiah, Paul, and Peter, we will discover how we are instructed to pray, practice respect, and petition for the good of the nation where God has placed us. Preacher Ben Read:  Website: https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk [https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk/] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6eJaVNGskL6B_Q3j0yMZA⁠ Bible App: ⁠https://www.bible.com/organizations/e828c61d-f9f3-4fbe-9eaa-4b717413be50⁠ Stay connected:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccblackpool/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://m.facebook.com/ChristCBlackpool/⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com⁠⁠ Chapters 0:00 Why Faith And Politics Is A Taboo Yet Vital Discussion 10:31 From Constantine To MLK: How Christians Shaped Society 21:53 The Jeremiah Mandate: Seeking Peace And Prosperity In Our Nation 25:22 Tim Farron's Story: The Muzzling Of The Christian Voice 29:55 How To Engage: Pray Respect And Petition For The Nation 35:21 A Call To Prayer: Wisdom Justice And Gospel Spread

Can We Trust The Bible

This week, our Questions Series begins by exploring the Bible’s historical and structural reliability. In this message, we consider how the Old and New Testaments came together, why other writings are not included in Scripture, and why we can trust that the biblical text has been faithfully preserved. We are also encouraged to read and treasure this wonderful book God has given us.   Preacher Ben Read:  Website: https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk [https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk/] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6eJaVNGskL6B_Q3j0yMZA⁠ Bible App: ⁠https://www.bible.com/organizations/e828c61d-f9f3-4fbe-9eaa-4b717413be50⁠ Stay connected:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccblackpool/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://m.facebook.com/ChristCBlackpool/⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com⁠⁠   Chapters 0:00 Why This Question is Important 3:38 Understanding the Bible’s Structure and Old Testament Story 9.26 How the New Testament Canon Was Formed 15.18 Exploring the Apocrypha and Different Bible Canons 25:27 Textual Criticism: Proving the Bible’s Accuracy 35:28 The Essential Call to Read God’s Word

Lifeboat - The Station

This week, we focus on our final core value: Authentic Community. By exploring the crucial role of a lifeboat station, we look at how a healthy, united church functions as a body where every individual is uniquely valued and called to serve. Skip wraps up the series with a powerful challenge, calling us to actively work as dedicated crew members committed to one another rather than remaining passive passengers.   Preacher Skip: Website: https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk [https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk/] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6eJaVNGskL6B_Q3j0yMZA⁠ Bible App: ⁠https://www.bible.com/organizations/e828c61d-f9f3-4fbe-9eaa-4b717413be50⁠ Stay connected:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccblackpool/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://m.facebook.com/ChristCBlackpool/⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com⁠⁠   Chapters 0:00 Understanding the Lifeboat Station as a Church Metaphor 4:45 Responding to the Call with a Serving Heart 8:23 The Immense Impact of Being Rescued by Jesus 13:09 The Rescuer's Heart: Changing Lives and Sacrificial Love 18:17 God's Plan: Actively Seeking the Lost Together 20:23 No Room for Apathy: Upholding God's Truth 25:50 The Body of Christ: Unity, Value, and Mutual Care 32:21 Building Authentic Community Through Sacrificial Love 35:52 Concluding the Lifeboat Series: A Call to Action

Lifeboat - The Searchlight

This week, Segun continues with our fourth value: Sharing Christ. He compares Sharing Christ to the searchlight of a lifeboat, emphasising our responsibility to reach out into the world and illuminate the way for those who are lost. Segun identifies three methods for shining our light: demonstrating a Christlike character (life), providing personal testimony (lips), and placing trust in the Lord. He encourages us to move beyond our comfort zones and serve as a guiding light for others.   Preacher Segun:  Website: https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk [https://www.christchurchblackpool.co.uk/] Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6eJaVNGskL6B_Q3j0yMZA⁠ Bible App: ⁠https://www.bible.com/organizations/e828c61d-f9f3-4fbe-9eaa-4b717413be50⁠ Stay connected:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccblackpool/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://m.facebook.com/ChristCBlackpool/⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com⁠⁠   Chapters 0:00 Continuing Our Series: Be Christ's Searchlight 6:41 The Titanic Analogy: The Church as a Lifeboat 11:20 Your Life: The First Sermon for Christ 21:03 Share Christ with Your Lips: Power of Testimony 32:38 Depopulate Darkness: Share Christ with the Lord 39:47 This Generation Needs Visible, Unapologetic Searchlights