Christ Church Blackpool

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

Lifeboat - The Crew

In the third message of our Lifeboat series, we dive into our next core value: Humbly Serving. We’re shifting our focus from the vessel to the crew—the people on board. The church isn’t a luxury liner for passengers; it’s a rescue boat that requires every hand on deck. Join us as we explore how we are called to use our God-given gifts for the glory of Christ, seeking the lost by faithfully serving His bride. Preacher Ben:  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 00:00 Are We a Luxury Cruise Liner or a Life-Saving Lifeboat? 03:56 Learning from Moses and David: The Power of a United Crew 13:10 Investing in God's Kingdom: Serving with Your Time and Resources 22:23 Unleashing Your God-Given Gifts and Speaking Life to Others 32:37 The Church's Priceless Value: A Call to Be a Committed Crew Member 42:08 Reinforcing the Call: The Joy and Sadness of Practical Service

Lifeboat - The Fuel

On the chaotic waters of the sea, even the most advanced and well-equipped lifeboats are useless if their engines run out of fuel. In this episode of our Lifeboat series, we dive into why the Holy Spirit is our true "fuel." Without the Holy Spirit, the church cannot effectively fulfill its calling to serve the community, proclaim Christ, and "rescue" those in need. 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 00:00 Our Values and the Lifeboat's Purpose 03:55 A Lifeboat Without Fuel is Almost Worthless 06:52 Jesus Sends the Holy Spirit, Our Advocate 08:53 God's Spirit Brings Order to a Chaotic World 12:33 Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in Daily Life 16:38 Receive Power to Be Witnesses for Christ 19:48 The Holy Spirit Requires Continuous Fuel, Not Just a Spark 22:09 Continuously Be Filled with the Holy Spirit 26:06 The Lifeboat's Mission: Refuel and Serve 29:38 Be Filled with Hope by the Holy Spirit's Power