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Christ Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Rebirth (Genesis 7)The New Testament teaches that in Christ we are a new creation, but in this passage we see why it is so necessary for demolition to precede construction. For God to build up, he must first tear down.2025-07-0636 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Rebirth (Genesis 7)The New Testament teaches that in Christ we are a new creation, but in this passage we see why it is so necessary for demolition to precede construction. For God to build up, he must first tear down.2025-07-0636 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Safety (Genesis 6)How can we be made eternally safe? Noah’s ark is often dismissed as just being only for children, but the message is profound. In anticipation of Jesus Christ, here we see a righteous redeemer building a safe sanctuary in order to redeem creation from corruption.2025-06-2233 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Safety (Genesis 6)How can we be made eternally safe? Noah’s ark is often dismissed as just being only for children, but the message is profound. In anticipation of Jesus Christ, here we see a righteous redeemer building a safe sanctuary in order to redeem creation from corruption.2025-06-2233 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Love (Genesis 2)What was humanity created for? In Genesis 2 we discover that Adam’s story is a microcosm of Israel’s story. But where Adam, Israel, and we have failed, Jesus Christ succeeded. We root our purpose in him.2025-05-0441 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Origin of Love (Genesis 2)What was humanity created for? In Genesis 2 we discover that Adam’s story is a microcosm of Israel’s story. But where Adam, Israel, and we have failed, Jesus Christ succeeded. We root our purpose in him.2025-05-0441 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWaking (1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11)How is that Christians can grieve with certain hope? In this passage Paul explains that our eternal future is tied to Christ’s death, resurrection and return - which transforms not only how we die, but also how we live.2025-02-1640 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWaking (1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11)How is that Christians can grieve with certain hope? In this passage Paul explains that our eternal future is tied to Christ’s death, resurrection and return - which transforms not only how we die, but also how we live.2025-02-1640 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWorking (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)When is God at work? In this passage we see how God is powerfully operating in his church, through the preaching of his word, in order that those in Christ would endure suffering with him2025-01-2638 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWorking (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)When is God at work? In this passage we see how God is powerfully operating in his church, through the preaching of his word, in order that those in Christ would endure suffering with him2025-01-2638 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksModelling (1 Thessalonians 2)The credibility of a message is inevitably tied to the credibility of the messenger. In this passage we learn a great deal about Paul’s pattern of ministry, so that we can be effective and Christ-like leaders and messengers of the gospel.2025-01-1940 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksModelling (1 Thessalonians 2)The credibility of a message is inevitably tied to the credibility of the messenger. In this passage we learn a great deal about Paul’s pattern of ministry, so that we can be effective and Christ-like leaders and messengers of the gospel.2025-01-1940 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Confident Rescuer (Psalm 18)David praises God for rescuing him from his enemies and establishing his kingship. Find out how we too can sing of victory - in Christ.2024-08-2537 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Confident Rescuer (Psalm 18)David praises God for rescuing him from his enemies and establishing his kingship. Find out how we too can sing of victory - in Christ.2024-08-2537 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe End of the Beginning (Genesis 25)Abraham died well, under God's blessing, and the line of promise continued on to Isaac as sole inheritor who prefigures Christ as the heir of all things. Christ is the only Son of the Father, for whom all things exist. We find our purpose and blessing when we discover that we exist for him.2024-07-2242 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe End of the Beginning (Genesis 25)Abraham died well, under God's blessing, and the line of promise continued on to Isaac as sole inheritor who prefigures Christ as the heir of all things. Christ is the only Son of the Father, for whom all things exist. We find our purpose and blessing when we discover that we exist for him.2024-07-2242 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksNot Again(Genesis 20)Through Abraham, the prophet with many faults, a representative of a foreign nation comes to understand how God will bring blessing to the nations, through Christ, the Final Prophet who intercedes for us, covering all our faults.2024-06-0930 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksNot Again(Genesis 20)Through Abraham, the prophet with many faults, a representative of a foreign nation comes to understand how God will bring blessing to the nations, through Christ, the Final Prophet who intercedes for us, covering all our faults.2024-06-0930 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHow Can I Know? (Genesis 15)The LORD cuts a covenant with Abram. Similarly, Christ was cut (his body broken) to secure our covenant. We can trust God’s promise, finding assurance in how Christ's self-sacrifice secures our covenant.2024-05-0643 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHow Can I Know? (Genesis 15)The LORD cuts a covenant with Abram. Similarly, Christ was cut (his body broken) to secure our covenant. We can trust God’s promise, finding assurance in how Christ's self-sacrifice secures our covenant.2024-05-0643 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksA New Beginning (Genesis 12)We all need a fresh start. Here we encounter God giving a fresh start to the whole world - Eden is coming back!2024-04-1442 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksA New Beginning (Genesis 12)We all need a fresh start. Here we encounter God giving a fresh start to the whole world - Eden is coming back!2024-04-1442 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksFaith, Family and Forgiveness (Philemon)In this talk, we'll consider themes of faith, family and forgiveness as we look at the whole of the book of Philemon2024-04-0744 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksFaith, Family and Forgiveness (Philemon)In this talk, we'll consider themes of faith, family and forgiveness as we look at the whole of the book of Philemon2024-04-0744 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksExemplary Elders (1 Peter 5:1-11)Join us in the last chapter of 1 Peter as we look at what kind of attributes and characteristics elders in the church should have, and how we should relate to them with humility in the light of our future hope in Christ.2024-03-2430 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksExemplary Elders (1 Peter 5:1-11)Join us in the last chapter of 1 Peter as we look at what kind of attributes and characteristics elders in the church should have, and how we should relate to them with humility in the light of our future hope in Christ.2024-03-2430 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksGlorious Sufferers (1 Peter 4:12-19)Many of us are driven through life with a desire for acclaim and to make a name for ourselves. But Jesus was clear that following means facing shame and hatred for the sake of his name. So why would anyone choose to identify with Jesus in his suffering?2024-03-1744 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksGlorious Sufferers (1 Peter 4:12-19)Many of us are driven through life with a desire for acclaim and to make a name for ourselves. But Jesus was clear that following means facing shame and hatred for the sake of his name. So why would anyone choose to identify with Jesus in his suffering?2024-03-1744 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksCeasing Sufferers (1 Peter 4:1-11)What is the great hope of the Christian life - to be free from suffering, or to be like Christ? In this passage the Apostle Peter shows how God uses our suffering to make us more like Christ - to put to death our sin for sin, and to prepare us for glory.2024-03-0346 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksCeasing Sufferers (1 Peter 4:1-11)What is the great hope of the Christian life - to be free from suffering, or to be like Christ? In this passage the Apostle Peter shows how God uses our suffering to make us more like Christ - to put to death our sin for sin, and to prepare us for glory.2024-03-0346 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksVindicated Victors (1 Peter 3:8-22)How should Christians respond to injustice and persecution? Some of us are tempted to shrink back, whilst others of us are tempted to fight back. But the Lord Jesus Christ shows us a better way, which opens the door to share the reason for the hope that we have.2024-02-2543 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksVindicated Victors (1 Peter 3:8-22)How should Christians respond to injustice and persecution? Some of us are tempted to shrink back, whilst others of us are tempted to fight back. But the Lord Jesus Christ shows us a better way, which opens the door to share the reason for the hope that we have.2024-02-2543 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHonourable Heirs (1 Peter 3:1-7)Peter's letter continues to help Christians see how to live as exiles in this world, this time particularly focussing on aspects of God's beautiful and counter-cultural design for marriage.2024-02-1837 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHonourable Heirs (1 Peter 3:1-7)Peter's letter continues to help Christians see how to live as exiles in this world, this time particularly focussing on aspects of God's beautiful and counter-cultural design for marriage.2024-02-1837 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksSubmissive Sojourners (1 Peter 2:11-25)How do we live in this world as God’s holy people? Withdraw like monks? Blend in? Listen to Peter’s simple strategy, and his surprising focus.2024-02-1145 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksSubmissive Sojourners (1 Peter 2:11-25)How do we live in this world as God’s holy people? Withdraw like monks? Blend in? Listen to Peter’s simple strategy, and his surprising focus.2024-02-1145 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksRoyal Priesthood (1 Peter 2:6-10)In a culture where we are being publicly shamed for following Jesus, what will make us speak up about him? Peter’s strategy is to show us how our identity and purpose are all wrapped up with Christ, our Cornerstone.2024-02-0437 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksRoyal Priesthood (1 Peter 2:6-10)In a culture where we are being publicly shamed for following Jesus, what will make us speak up about him? Peter’s strategy is to show us how our identity and purpose are all wrapped up with Christ, our Cornerstone.2024-02-0437 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEternal Brothers (1 Peter 1:22-2:3)Is it possible to be a solo Christian? In this passage the Apostle Peter explains how holiness is utterly relational, and that we have been saved in order to love one another within the family of God.2024-01-2838 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEternal Brothers (1 Peter 1:22-2:3)Is it possible to be a solo Christian? In this passage the Apostle Peter explains how holiness is utterly relational, and that we have been saved in order to love one another within the family of God.2024-01-2838 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHoly Children (1 Peter 1:13-21)Christians will always be under pressure to conform to the thinking and values of the culture around us, so how can we resist? Peter maps our experience onto the Exodus generation, encouraging us to keep our eyes looking forward to Christ’s return, up to our holy Father, and back to the Lamb’s sacrifice.2024-01-2139 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHoly Children (1 Peter 1:13-21)Christians will always be under pressure to conform to the thinking and values of the culture around us, so how can we resist? Peter maps our experience onto the Exodus generation, encouraging us to keep our eyes looking forward to Christ’s return, up to our holy Father, and back to the Lamb’s sacrifice.2024-01-2139 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHopeful Sufferers (1 Peter 1:3-12)What accounts for how different people respond to suffering in different ways? Peter encourages his exiled readers to respond with joy and praise because of the certain resurrection hope that is theirs in Christ.2024-01-1453 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHopeful Sufferers (1 Peter 1:3-12)What accounts for how different people respond to suffering in different ways? Peter encourages his exiled readers to respond with joy and praise because of the certain resurrection hope that is theirs in Christ.2024-01-1453 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksElect Exiles (1 Peter 1:1-2, 5:12-14)Peter’s introduction and closing greeting helps capture the theme of the letter - that Christians live in this world as exiles. We should expect difficulty, and yet know we are deeply loved by our Triune God.2024-01-0740 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksElect Exiles (1 Peter 1:1-2, 5:12-14)Peter’s introduction and closing greeting helps capture the theme of the letter - that Christians live in this world as exiles. We should expect difficulty, and yet know we are deeply loved by our Triune God.2024-01-0740 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksSharing the Good News (John 4:27-42)In this talk from guest speaker Tim Saunders we are reminded about the good news of the gospel we have, and are encouraged to share it with others, and consider how we can play a part in God's harvest today.2023-12-3131 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksSharing the Good News (John 4:27-42)In this talk from guest speaker Tim Saunders we are reminded about the good news of the gospel we have, and are encouraged to share it with others, and consider how we can play a part in God's harvest today.2023-12-3131 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksFinding light in the darkness (Isaiah 9:1-7)Isaiah 9 is a familiar passage featured in the traditional 9 Lessons and Carols, but what is it actually all about? As we look at the context of these verses, discover the amazing things that God has promised.2023-12-1731 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksFinding light in the darkness (Isaiah 9:1-7)Isaiah 9 is a familiar passage featured in the traditional 9 Lessons and Carols, but what is it actually all about? As we look at the context of these verses, discover the amazing things that God has promised.2023-12-1731 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Forgiving (Luke 17:1-10)Jesus continues his interactions at a dinner party. This time he addresses his followers. We are challenged to think about the way we treat one another as part of God's family.2023-12-1043 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Forgiving (Luke 17:1-10)Jesus continues his interactions at a dinner party. This time he addresses his followers. We are challenged to think about the way we treat one another as part of God's family.2023-12-1043 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Gracious (Luke 16:14-31)Jesus continues to teach important truths about the gospel through parables. In this passage, we'll learn how to avoid the dangers of both license and legalism, and discover how you can truly find salvation.2023-12-0349 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Gracious (Luke 16:14-31)Jesus continues to teach important truths about the gospel through parables. In this passage, we'll learn how to avoid the dangers of both license and legalism, and discover how you can truly find salvation.2023-12-0349 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Shrewd (Luke 16:1-13)Join us as we look at the parable of the shrewd manager, and find out the radical and unexpected way in which Jesus directs us to use our money and resources.2023-11-2640 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Shrewd (Luke 16:1-13)Join us as we look at the parable of the shrewd manager, and find out the radical and unexpected way in which Jesus directs us to use our money and resources.2023-11-2640 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Reckless (Luke 15:11-32)In this parable of Jesus, we discover how there is hope for all of us in Jesus - no matter how far we have wandered from God.2023-11-1939 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Reckless (Luke 15:11-32)In this parable of Jesus, we discover how there is hope for all of us in Jesus - no matter how far we have wandered from God.2023-11-1939 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Joyful (Luke 15:1-10)As you hear about the parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin, you'll discover the joy of knowing just how much Jesus loves and values you.2023-11-1238 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Joyful (Luke 15:1-10)As you hear about the parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin, you'll discover the joy of knowing just how much Jesus loves and values you.2023-11-1238 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHearing the SpiritIn the final part of this series on preaching, find out how the Spirit reveals the Son through preaching, and works in our hearts as we listen.2023-11-0539 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksHearing the SpiritIn the final part of this series on preaching, find out how the Spirit reveals the Son through preaching, and works in our hearts as we listen.2023-11-0539 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPreaching the SonThe goal of Scripture, and therefore preaching, is to come personally to Jesus for life. Discover how listening to preaching is not just for information, but for a relationship with Jesus.2023-10-2935 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPreaching the SonThe goal of Scripture, and therefore preaching, is to come personally to Jesus for life. Discover how listening to preaching is not just for information, but for a relationship with Jesus.2023-10-2935 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Father is PreachingWhat actually is preaching? Why do we value it? This is the first of three sermons, exploring how each Person of the Trinity helps us grasp what to expect in preaching. Here we see that God the Father himself preaches, through humans, for life.2023-10-2237 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Father is PreachingWhat actually is preaching? Why do we value it? This is the first of three sermons, exploring how each Person of the Trinity helps us grasp what to expect in preaching. Here we see that God the Father himself preaches, through humans, for life.2023-10-2237 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWhat’s Next? (Colossians 2:6-7)As we thank God for 21 years at Christ Church Balham, Richard Perkins, the founding minister of the church, challenges us from the book of Colossians to consider what we should do next as Christians and as a church.2023-10-1524 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksWhat’s Next? (Colossians 2:6-7)As we thank God for 21 years at Christ Church Balham, Richard Perkins, the founding minister of the church, challenges us from the book of Colossians to consider what we should do next as Christians and as a church.2023-10-1524 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Costly (Luke 14:25-35)Jesus challenges those who are considering following Him to seriously consider what it truly involves. Following Jesus means counting the cost, but trusting in Him means that there's comfort and hope for all of us who are lost and fail.2023-10-0839 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Costly (Luke 14:25-35)Jesus challenges those who are considering following Him to seriously consider what it truly involves. Following Jesus means counting the cost, but trusting in Him means that there's comfort and hope for all of us who are lost and fail.2023-10-0839 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Open (Luke 14:15-24)As Jesus continues to spent time with those at the dinner party he is attending, he challenges the guests to consider the invitation to enter the kingdom of God. In this passage we too are challenged to think about what we will do with the invitation we have received.2023-10-0138 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Open (Luke 14:15-24)As Jesus continues to spent time with those at the dinner party he is attending, he challenges the guests to consider the invitation to enter the kingdom of God. In this passage we too are challenged to think about what we will do with the invitation we have received.2023-10-0138 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Humble (Luke 14:1-14)Jesus uses a dinner party to teach his guests the importance of humility and avoiding self-righteousness. We are challenged along the way to think about how we find our worth, and how we show our love to others.2023-09-2437 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Humble (Luke 14:1-14)Jesus uses a dinner party to teach his guests the importance of humility and avoiding self-righteousness. We are challenged along the way to think about how we find our worth, and how we show our love to others.2023-09-2437 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Opposed (Luke 13:31-35)Following Jesus can be hard, but there is plenty to encourage us as we walk along the way set out by Jesus. There is nothing that can stop His mission!2023-09-1743 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Opposed (Luke 13:31-35)Following Jesus can be hard, but there is plenty to encourage us as we walk along the way set out by Jesus. There is nothing that can stop His mission!2023-09-1743 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Narrow (Luke 13:22-30)As we take a look in the gospel of Luke, and consider the maze of options the world presents, discover why only Jesus' narrow door leads to life.2023-09-1039 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksThe Way is Narrow (Luke 13:22-30)As we take a look in the gospel of Luke, and consider the maze of options the world presents, discover why only Jesus' narrow door leads to life.2023-09-1039 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 100What are you singing about right now? What songs would you put on the album of your life? We all sing to something, but in Psalm 100, we will discover good reason why everyone can and should sing and shout to the Lord!2023-09-0327 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 100What are you singing about right now? What songs would you put on the album of your life? We all sing to something, but in Psalm 100, we will discover good reason why everyone can and should sing and shout to the Lord!2023-09-0327 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 99We are called to sing praises to God. But what difference does it make when we know that God is a holy God? As we take a look at Psalm 99, we'll find out more about our holy God and how we can sing praises worthy of who He is.2023-08-2731 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 99We are called to sing praises to God. But what difference does it make when we know that God is a holy God? As we take a look at Psalm 99, we'll find out more about our holy God and how we can sing praises worthy of who He is.2023-08-2731 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 98We were made to sing to the Lord a new song, proclaiming His goodness in harmony with all of creation. So how does this play out in our lives? What if we don't feel like singing? Let's explore Psalm 98 together and discover just how deep the foundations of our praise to God should be.2023-08-2032 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 98We were made to sing to the Lord a new song, proclaiming His goodness in harmony with all of creation. So how does this play out in our lives? What if we don't feel like singing? Let's explore Psalm 98 together and discover just how deep the foundations of our praise to God should be.2023-08-2032 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 97 – Connor PerringIn this sermon from CCB mission partner Connor Perring, we hear about how good it is to worship the Lord and how shameful it is to worship anything else. Join us as we look at Psalm 97 and see how good it is for the nations to worship the Lord!2023-08-1330 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 97 – Connor PerringIn this sermon from CCB mission partner Connor Perring, we hear about how good it is to worship the Lord and how shameful it is to worship anything else. Join us as we look at Psalm 97 and see how good it is for the nations to worship the Lord!2023-08-1330 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 96There is much reason to give God praise and Psalm 96 calls all nations to do just that. Christianity is not for one nation or people group but for all people across the earth to hear of the good news found in Jesus Christ. May the nations and all creation sing the praises of God, for He is worthy to be praised!2023-08-0634 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 96There is much reason to give God praise and Psalm 96 calls all nations to do just that. Christianity is not for one nation or people group but for all people across the earth to hear of the good news found in Jesus Christ. May the nations and all creation sing the praises of God, for He is worthy to be praised!2023-08-0634 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 95 – Tom Emslie-SmithPsalm 95 is a wonderful encouragement for all people to praise the Lord! While the opening verses of Psalm 95 give good reason to praise the Lord, the finishing verses end with a stern warning. Life is difficult and it is easy for us to turn to other "gods" to give us what we think we need, but may we not turn away from praising the Lord and trust Him in the unknowns of life.2023-07-3042 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 95 – Tom Emslie-SmithPsalm 95 is a wonderful encouragement for all people to praise the Lord! While the opening verses of Psalm 95 give good reason to praise the Lord, the finishing verses end with a stern warning. Life is difficult and it is easy for us to turn to other "gods" to give us what we think we need, but may we not turn away from praising the Lord and trust Him in the unknowns of life.2023-07-3042 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Generosity (1 Chronicles 29)The king is generous, the people are willing, and the LORD is abundant. In the final chapter of 1 Chronicles we see all of Israel being called to consecrate themselves to the Lord. Men and women, old and young, each individual is valued in the kingdom and invited to generously take part in the Lord's work!2023-07-2342 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Generosity (1 Chronicles 29)The king is generous, the people are willing, and the LORD is abundant. In the final chapter of 1 Chronicles we see all of Israel being called to consecrate themselves to the Lord. Men and women, old and young, each individual is valued in the kingdom and invited to generously take part in the Lord's work!2023-07-2342 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Building (1 Chronicles 28)God is building His kingdom and His people are involved in the work. Just as David passed on clear instructions to his son Solomon, so we too have received clear instructions to take part in the work God is doing.2023-07-1637 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Building (1 Chronicles 28)God is building His kingdom and His people are involved in the work. Just as David passed on clear instructions to his son Solomon, so we too have received clear instructions to take part in the work God is doing.2023-07-1637 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Unity (1 Chronicles 27)The king brings unity to a diverse people, and then appoints a diverse leadership to keep his people united. Unity amidst diversity is how God designed His church to grow and mature today.2023-07-0942 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Unity (1 Chronicles 27)The king brings unity to a diverse people, and then appoints a diverse leadership to keep his people united. Unity amidst diversity is how God designed His church to grow and mature today.2023-07-0942 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Service (1 Chronicles 23-26)Every person matters in the body of Christ. In the temple of the Lord people were involved in many different types of service, but they were all necessary and important. In the church today it is much the same and there is need for all of us to do our part in serving the Lord and serving one another.2023-07-0243 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksEstablished for Service (1 Chronicles 23-26)Every person matters in the body of Christ. In the temple of the Lord people were involved in many different types of service, but they were all necessary and important. In the church today it is much the same and there is need for all of us to do our part in serving the Lord and serving one another.2023-07-0243 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 72On this missions Sunday at CCB we hear from guest speaker Rupert Shelley from Crosslinks. Looking at Psalm 72 we see a coronation speech for a king, but it isn't just a coronation speech for king Solomon, it also looks forward to the future reign of Jesus Christ. In this kingdom there is justice, righteousness, and hope for all those who are oppressed and in need. This kingdom is a kingdom to look forward to and share the good news about with others.2023-06-1839 minChrist Church Balham TalksChrist Church Balham TalksPsalm 72On this missions Sunday at CCB we hear from guest speaker Rupert Shelley from Crosslinks. Looking at Psalm 72 we see a coronation speech for a king, but it isn't just a coronation speech for king Solomon, it also looks forward to the future reign of Jesus Christ. In this kingdom there is justice, righteousness, and hope for all those who are oppressed and in need. This kingdom is a kingdom to look forward to and share the good news about with others.2023-06-1839 min