The Quiet Revival Podcast: what's the story?

Raising the bar of biblical discipleship

Join us as we explore ways of raising Bible confidence, hear stories of effective Bible mission and spiritual change. In this episode, Siân Rees is at Saint Paul’s Church in Hammersmith talking to the senior pastor, Pete Wynter, and Emmanuel, Miacah, Luke and Arthur who are on the team there about high-bar Bible engagement and deep discipleship.  Pete and Arthur present the Awaken 50 programme, a 50-day journey of spiritual formation and discipleship. They discuss the transformative power of encountering God: spending 50 minutes a day in his presence and 50 days in an accountability group practising spiritual disciplines and reading the Bible. Andrew Ollerton reflects on how in Luke 5 Jesus switched between modes of communication depending on his audience, and how this might inform our preaching and outreach methods in a new spiritual landscape. Timestamps: * (00:00) - Intro * (01:03) - Paul Williams explains the retraction of The Quiet Revival report * (03:00) - Introducing this new series of The Quiet Revival Podcast * (04:30) - What has changed at Saint Paul's, Hammersmith? * (05:30) - How does the Church handle growth? * (06:35) - How can we do discipleship and mission differently? * (09:15) - Increased confidence in mission * (10:45) - Bible confidence through the head, heart and hands * (11:40) - Encountering God and awakening the city * (13:00) - Awaken 50: high-bar spiritual formation * (17:30) - Encouragement for church leaders for this spiritual moment * (21:12) - Evangelism on the streets of Hammersmith * (22:27) - How do we help people engage with the Bible? * (23:57) - The impact of Awaken 50 * (26:17) - Encountering God in all things * (28:07) - The impact of encountering God * (29:27) - Using our unique gifting in discipleship * (32:22) - Reflections on the interview from Saint Paul's, Hammersmith * (33:02) - Andrew Ollerton reflection on Luke 5 Read more about Awaken 50 [https://www.sph.org/awaken50] Everyday Faith Bible [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/products/9780564015924/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s2e1&utm_term=audio] Let Scripture transform every part of your life with the Everyday Faith Bible. Created in partnership with the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC), the Everyday Faith Bible will help you to: *  Understand Scripture’s real-world context *  Relate to experiences and emotions in the passage *  Respond to what you read with practical action Key features: * Up to 1,000 margin annotations throughout the Bible, to encourage ‘head, heart and hands’ confidence in applying Scripture to everyday life * Real-life stories and quotes from Christian expert practitioners across the UK * Whole-page introductions to each genre of biblical writing * Whole-page features on important biblical themes Bible Society:  The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s2e1].    Bible Society socials:   Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s2e1] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bible_society/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s2e1] X (formerly Twitter) [https://twitter.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s2e1] Disclaimer:   This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

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Navigating the Bible: How to build your church’s confidence in Scripture

Is the Church aware of the wider culture’s revived interest in faith, especially among young people? And is it ready to meet them where they’re at?  In this episode, Andrew and Rhiannon discuss ways of increasing Bible confidence among churchgoers and seekers alike.  They look at two of Bible Society’s new resources: the new and improved edition of The Bible Course and Andrew’s new book God’s Story which addresses the current dilemma: young people are interested in the Bible but easily put off by its more challenging aspects. Timestamps: * (00:00) - Intro * (01:45) - The dilemma of Bible confidence in and outside of the Church * (04:45) - Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch * (05:55) - The importance of increasing Bible confidence * (08:00) - What is Bible confidence? * (14:10) - Easy ways to build confidence in the Bible * (16:19) - Trouble understanding the Bible * (18:34) - Seeing the Bible as a challenge not a chore * (22:24) - How The Bible Course helps increase Bible Confidence * (28:04) - Troubling parts of the Bible for young people * (31:59) - Facing challenging parts of the Bible head on * (32:46) - God's Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's 7 Toughest Topics * (36:34) - Highlights of the series * (40:54) - Key message of The Quiet Revival The Bible Course New Edition: This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation. Find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/explore-the-bible/the-bible-course/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=dynamic-ad] Bible Society:  The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5].    Bible Society socials:   Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bible_society/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] X (formerly Twitter) [https://twitter.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Disclaimer:   This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.

The Bible in politics and culture with Chine McDonald and Belle Tindall

In this episode The Quiet Revival Podcast, Dr Belle Tindall – writer and podcaster for Seen & Unseen – and director of Theos, Chine McDonald, join Andrew and Rhiannon to discuss the increase in spiritual interest in England and Wales, and where the Bible fits into that.  Together, they discuss the popularity of alternative spiritualities and the evolving public perception of the Bible – with 32 per cent of 18–24-year-olds now agreeing with the statement: ‘I’d be happy to be seen reading a Bible in public.’  Hit play to discover why we need nuanced discussions of Scripture within the political sphere and why the Church can’t allow in-depth Bible studies to become a thing of the past.  Timestamps: * (00:00) - Intro * (01:45) - Introducing Belle Tindall and Chine McDonald * (02:30) - Chine McDonald * (03:50) - Belle Tindall * (05:50) - Has the spiritual atmosphere changed? * (09:20) - The rise in spiritual openness * (14:44) - Is the Bible still hard to talk about? * (17:34) - Protectiveness over the Bible * (19:04) - Nervousness over the use of the Bible * (21:04) - Navigating the Bible being used in the political arena * (25:14) - How does the Church model good discipleship? * (27:44) - Becoming more confident in the Bible without being arrogant * (31:59) - How can the Church communicate truth into the world? Chine McDonald: Visit Chine's website [https://www.chinemcdonald.com] to find all of her work including 'Unmaking Mary' and 'God Is Not a White Man' Belle Tindall: Find Belle's written work for Seen and Unseen [https://www.seenandunseen.com/contributors/belle-tindall] and The Re-Enchanting Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/@SeenUnseenMag/videos] with Justin Brierley on YouTube Bible Society:  The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5].    Bible Society socials:   Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bible_society/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] X (formerly Twitter) [https://twitter.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Disclaimer:   This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy. We are aware that Chine's audio isn't perfect in this episode but we believe that the conversation has a lot of value. Thank you for bearing with us! #TheQuietRevival #BibleSociety #Podcast #Bible #Faith #Christianity #Church #Culture #PublicFaith #BibleConfidence #SpiritualOpenness #Nuance The Bible Course New Edition: This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation. Find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/explore-the-bible/the-bible-course/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=dynamic-ad]

Stories of revival in London with Pete Wynter

How is the Bible being used in mission today? How are people finding faith through Scripture? And how can the Church host honest discussions about the Bible?  In this episode, Andrew and Rhiannon are joined by Pete Wynter – senior pastor of St. Paul’s Church in Hammersmith, director of Leadership College London, and founder of One Life.   Together, they discuss the role of the Bible in mission, share remarkable stories of young people experiencing Scripture for the first time, and highlight why church leaders need to be confident to share the Bible's message.  Timestamps: * (00:00) - Intro and welcoming Pete Wynter * (02:20) - The renewed interest in the Bible on the ground * (04:55) - People are wanting the Bible on the streets * (09:30) - Is the Church afraid to talk about the Bible? * (11:00) - The role of the Church in proclaiming who Jesus is * (15:34) - Recognising the change in missional moment * (18:34) - How do we raise confidence in the Bible? * (22:54) - How do we start conversations about the Bible? * (26:04) - Finding the Bible online * (29:24) - The Bible is a mission resource * (31:04) - Moving from personal truth to ancient wisdom * (34:04) - Young people are wanting deep faith * (38:29) - Top tips for bringing the Bible into mission The Bible Course New Edition: This new and improved, free small group resource will help you and your church discover how Bible characters, stories, and themes are connected, from Genesis to Revelation. Find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/explore-the-bible/the-bible-course/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=dynamic-ad] God's Book: An Honest Look at The Bible's 7 Toughest Topics Order Andrew Ollerton's latest book today. [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/products/9781399806459/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Bible Society:  The Quiet Revival Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a charity that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of Scripture today. Visit our website to find out more [https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5].    Bible Society socials:   Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bible_society/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] X (formerly Twitter) [https://twitter.com/biblesociety?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=the-quiet-revival-podcast&utm_content=s1e5] Disclaimer:   This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible and culture together. We won’t get everything right – and we won’t always agree. Please be patient with us and join us on the journey. Bible Society is very proud of its generous orthodoxy.