Shows
Godfirst CheltenhamReleasing Servant Leaders - DeaconsActs 6 shows us that church growth requires leaders to release more leaders. Godfirst intends to raise up and release deacons and teams of leaders into various key ministry areas.2024-04-2941 minGodfirst CheltenhamVision SundayThe future direction of Godfirst Church outlined during a Vision Sunday talk, highlighting the Godfirst values of Caring for the poor, Mission, Community, Discipleship and being Spirit-filled.2024-03-2539 min
Godfirst CheltenhamMothers Say'Mothers Say' is a series of short talks by mothers from Godfirst about the various stages, joys and challenges of motherhood.2024-03-1132 min
Godfirst CheltenhamChapel Launch SundayHoward recaps the story of God so far through Godfirst and looks forward in faith and thankfulness to the launch of the Chapel.2023-06-2638 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGospel-Centred LivingChristopher discusses the Godfirst distinctives of being gospel-centred, Bible-based and mission-focused.2023-03-2743 minGodfirst CheltenhamA Spirit-Filled ChurchHoward preaches about the Godfirst value of being a Spirit-filled people and church.2023-03-2044 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSimon Edwards - How much is your life worth?Author and speaker Simon Edwards answers the question, 'What is life worth?', as part of Godfirst's Re:Think evenings.2022-09-2941 min
Godfirst CheltenhamFaith Lessons From Abraham - Chapel ArtsHoward encourages Godfirst with faith lessons from the life of Abraham as we trust God to buy Chapel Arts as a mid-week and office hub for Godfirst.2022-09-1246 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGoGiveGrowHoward pulls up a chair and shares some of the exciting possibilities that God is calling Godfirst to in the future, as we look to Go, Give and Grow for His glory.2022-06-2755 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Jesus We NeedThe story of Palm Sunday shows us that the Jesus we want is not the Jesus we need. (This sermon was preached at Trinity Church London, the week after it was preached at GodFirst, this is the audio from Trinity Church London).2022-04-1138 minGodfirst CheltenhamThe Cross: Centrality and FoolishnessThe Cross: Centrality and Foolishness by Godfirst Cheltenham2022-04-1138 min
Godfirst CheltenhamEmpty the quiverSean Green from Reading Family Church (https://www.readingfamilychurch.org.uk/) encourages Godfirst and the Lead Couples to trust God and expect Him to do great things through the church as he preaches out of 2 Kings 13:14-21.2022-02-1431 min
GodFirst ParksMicah - Episode 1 with James LennoxJames Lennox talks through chapter 1 of the book of Micah during the evening service at GodFirst Parks.2021-11-0727 min
GodFirst ParksMicah - Episode 1 with Charles WhiteheadCharles Whitehead starts the new series in Micah, giving an overview of the book and discussing God's plan for His people from chapter 1, during the morning service at GodFirst Parks.2021-11-0737 min
Godfirst CheltenhamDo Not JudgeChristopher continues the Godfirst Church series in the 'Sermon on the Mount' with a look at what Jesus means when He says 'Do not judge, or you too will be judged', and how he encourages us to live in the light of that.2021-11-0141 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe March of TimeHoward looks at the importance of time and how different moments and seasons can impact our lives.2020-03-1537 min
Godfirst CheltenhamCoronavirusChristopher speaks on the global issue of Coronavirus.2020-03-1511 minGodfirst CheltenhamThe Great SearchChristopher looks into the life of Solomon to demonstrate that Jesus is the only one who can bring us true and lasting Joy in our lives.2020-03-0851 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Power of HabitHoward looks into how we can give Glory to God in the mundane parts of our lives.2020-02-2343 minGodfirst CheltenhamWorship in ExileGuest speaker Matt talks about Christians being like living stones, that are being built into a spiritual house. He touches on how evangelism should be as natural as the way we shamelessly tell others about our last vacation or latest Netflix series we have watched.2020-02-1638 minGodfirst CheltenhamGenerositySteve looks into 3 vital aspects of Generosity which include: Justice, Mercy and Faithfulness.2020-02-0945 min
Godfirst CheltenhamBecome Like Jesus - How do we become like Jesus?Howard looks at how we are shaped by our experiences, people, habits and stories. But as Jesus followers we are to be formed by: Teaching from the gospel, encounter moments and spiritual practices.2020-02-0243 min
Godfirst CheltenhamBe with Jesus - Teach us to prayThe Lord's prayer is a template for how to be with the father.2020-01-2641 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe devotional life of ChristAndrew speaks about what we can learn from Jesus' way of praying. He highlights that a devotional prayer life is birthed out of being Sons and Daughters of God.2020-01-1951 min
Godfirst CheltenhamPratices of CommunityJesus' answer to individualism and loneliness in our culture is the proper practice of Christian Community.2020-01-1242 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Way of JesusHoward starts of the year by starting a new series called The Way of Jesus where he talks how we must be with Jesus, become like Jesus and do things that Jesus does.2020-01-0544 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSufferingAndy speaks courageously and honestly about the recent difficult times that he and his family have gone through. He goes onto speak about how joy and comfort can be found in these times.2019-12-0137 min
Godfirst CheltenhamNot Lacking any Spiritual GiftHoward encourages Godfirst to pursue spiritual gifts especially the gift of prophecy. The talk ends with helpful practical steps to grow in prophecy.2019-11-1445 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThanksgivingA pitch for thanksgiving, Steve Moat talks about the problem and then goes onto speak practically how we can plan and discipline ourselves so that we may learn to be a people of thanksgiving.2019-11-0333 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Prayer I Try To Pray EverydayGuest speaker Owen Cottom from Cardiff, Wales speaks about the prayer he tries to pray everyday. This powerful prayer is asking God to open our spiritual eyes so that we may see the Hope that we have in Jesus and that we may see the Glory of our identity in Christ and the surpassing Power of Jesus.2019-10-2741 min
Godfirst CheltenhamPray BigTom Clewer a guest speaker from Wales starts off the new series on prayer by encouraging us that prayer changes the world.2019-10-2032 min
Godfirst CheltenhamRenewalHoward finishes off the series on culture shift by discussing that secularism seems to be winning and the church declining. However, God is in control and he wants us all to remember Him.2019-10-1337 min
Godfirst CheltenhamDying to SelfHoward looks at the meaning of water baptism and goes onto explain that the christian life is about sacrificing your own life and way of living to God.2019-10-0632 min
Godfirst CheltenhamResilient DisciplesHoward outlines and unpacks four habits to cope with a culture that is trying to throw us in the lions den.2019-10-0239 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Fragile Gospel of SelfHoward unpacks how current culture likes to build up the self and how tenuous this way of life can be.2019-09-2246 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Kingdom without the KingHoward begins a challenging new preaching series based on the book of Daniel. Howard goes onto unpack what 'me culture' is and its effects on the Christian faith.2019-09-0845 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Searching ShepherdHoward wraps up the last parable of the series on revolutionary stories by unpacking the parable of the lost sheep.2019-09-0146 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Parable of the Rich FoolChristopher unpacks the parable of the rich fool by discussing how and what we should spend our time, money and lives on, in light of the kingdom of God.2019-08-2541 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe parable of the sowerJonny speaks on the Parable of the sower and he unpacks what the 4 different soils represent in our lives today.2019-08-1828 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe parable of the shrewd managerZak Bonnington on his debut preach unpacks the challenging parable of the shrewd manager.2019-08-1129 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe parable of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great priceJudith speaks brilliantly from two of the shortest parables in the bible as she unpacks what they mean for us today.2019-08-0430 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Great BanquetHoward speaks from the parable of the great banquet revealing that God came down and out to bring us up and into his heavenly feast!2019-07-2841 min
Godfirst CheltenhamRevolutionary CompassionHoward unpacks the parable of the vineyard workers revealing Gods compassion towards us.2019-07-2134 min
Godfirst CheltenhamRevolutionary NeighboursHoward starts the new series of The Parables of Jesus by unpacking the parable of the Good Samaritan2019-07-1446 min
Godfirst CheltenhamHope for JusticeHoward talks about there being a hope for justice in a world that is broken.2019-07-0739 min
Godfirst CheltenhamPassion for the ChurchHoward speaks about being impassioned for the advancement of the church2019-06-3036 min
Godfirst CheltenhamCome All Who Are ThirstyHoward points us to Jesus, the only one who can satisfy our real thirst and hunger.2019-06-2334 min
Godfirst CheltenhamWho is she?Sophie looks at the story of the barren woman and how God is the giver of peace.2019-06-1625 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGod in our placeChristopher looks at how Isaiah points towards a suffering servant. That suffering servant is Jesus who lays down his life for us.2019-06-0933 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGod's ConversationsTom looks at Gods redemption plan through Israel and how God promises to send his beloved Son to make things right again.2019-06-0237 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Awesome GodSteve Moat looks at Isaiah 40 as he talks about how things in our lives can easily creep into becoming idolatorous. But, in working through these things we see God as our comforter and how awesome He is.2019-05-2629 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Way HomeHoward talks about where our true home is.2019-05-1936 minGodfirst CheltenhamDiversityGuest speaker Sean Green spoke about how diversity within the church is a must and what that looks like for us here in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire!2019-05-1235 min
Godfirst CheltenhamLight dawns with the promised KINGChristopher talks about that at times it may seem like we are walking through darkness, but, Jesus has come into this world to bring light and a hope.2019-05-0539 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGod is calling youIn this first talk on the series of Messiah in Isaiah, Jonny unpacks Isaiah's vision of God on the throne and how God is calling us to share the gospel in Cheltenham and to the nations.2019-04-2835 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe resurrection makes all things newThis preach on resurrection Sunday looks at how Jesus is crucified outside the land because God wants to kick sin , death and hell outside of the new city.2019-04-2442 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGod in my placeThe second message in our Easter series, set against the story of Abraham & Isaac, this talk explores how the cross of Jesus provides the hope and solution we need in our lives.2019-04-1438 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Godless CrossHoward talks about the brutal reality of the crucifixion of Jesus.2019-04-0750 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGospel Centred FamilyHoward and Naomi talk openly and honestly about God's desire for family and their experiences of family life.2019-03-3132 min
Godfirst CheltenhamIdentities - LGBT+Grace and truth as we respond to the Sexual Revolution.2019-03-2455 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe big story of marriageThis talk looks at the sexual revolution of the 21st century and what sex and sexuality looks like in and out of a married context.2019-03-1743 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSinglenessThe preach looks at singleness from several different stand points including: the old testament, the gospel, a gift and in the church.2019-03-1044 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSexual RevolutionA sexual revolution is around us. We cannot bury our faces in the sand. Howard unpacks the revolutions ideals and story.2019-03-0351 min
Godfirst CheltenhamMarriageThis talk looks at a biblical view of marriage, conveying that marriage is a covenant, its about teamwork, it celebrates unity and difference, it is built on Love, sacrifice and submission.2019-02-2442 min
Godfirst CheltenhamFruitfulness, faithfulness and sacrificeThe first in our new series about Divine Sex. This talk looks at how parenting and marriage require fruitfulness, faithfulness and sacrifice.2019-02-1727 min
Godfirst CheltenhamLove one and other: The Grace of communityThis talk looks at Jesus' command to love one and other just as He has loved us. This command thus infiltrates the way we do community and the way we love others in our daily lives.2019-02-1049 min
Godfirst CheltenhamExcel in the Grace of GivingThis talk looks at how grace teaches us to be generous to one and other, the incredible power of giving and to marvel at the giving grace of Jesus.2019-02-0344 min
Godfirst CheltenhamPursue JoyThis talk looks at how our hearts are constantly pursuing joy, but pure lasting joy can only come from abiding in Jesus!2019-01-2743 min
Godfirst CheltenhamOne ThingThis talk looks at our hearts' longing for an encounter with God, longing for God to demonstrate his power in such a way that we cannot pass it off for anything else.2019-01-1341 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThis Hope Can Live!This talk looks at how we are unavoidably hope-based men and women. The hope demonstrated through the bible is one of confident expectation of what God has promised. As a result, the talk challenges us to pursue God over all our worldly passions and desires.2019-01-0639 minGodfirst CheltenhamWise Men and Women Still Seek JesusThis talk looks at the story of Jesus' birth in light of the wise men who seek after Jesus. The talk goes onto reflect on how and why humanity should seek after Jesus.2018-12-2339 minGodfirst CheltenhamThe Big Christmas Story according to Hark the Herald Angels Sing!This talk looks at the true meaning of Christmas through the classic Christmas carol 'Hark the Herald Angels Sing!'2018-12-1624 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGrace works - Community, Bible & ConfessionThis talk looks at how grace can transform areas such as community, bible reading and being honest with one.2018-12-0950 min
Godfirst CheltenhamBoasting in Grace in tough timesThis preach looks at how we should boast in Jesus Christ instead of our own strengths, so that when suffering comes our way we can trust and boast in our cornerstone Jesus!2018-12-0238 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGrace TeachesThis talk looks at how Grace teaches us that we aren't just saved from sin and death but into God's loving family, therefore empowering and teaching us to say no to the sinful desires of the flesh, so as to not let sin control our lives.2018-11-1849 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGRACE: No comdemnation for those in Christ JesusThis talk looks at Gods scandalous Grace in that we have been justified by Christ, therefore, no condemnation can be found in Christ. The talk goes onto look at how we can fight any condemnation in our lives by living in the truth of Jesus justifying us.2018-11-1136 min
Godfirst CheltenhamMr Law and Mr Grace - two wedding and a funeralThrough the use of the Mr Men characters, this preach looks at how we need to die to the law as no one can be made right with God by doing what the law commands and instead marry into Jesus to receive his Love and Grace.2018-11-0440 min
Godfirst CheltenhamThe Cross and The Prodigal SonsA preach about the parable of the prodigal sons. Howard unpacks the severity of the younger son leaving his family and the astonishing Grace to which is father demonstrates on his return, a brilliant illustration of Gods amazing Grace.2018-10-2842 min
Godfirst CheltenhamVision - An All in CultureReferencing Hebrews 11 & 12, Howard walks through the culture and strategy steps for the next stage of growth of Godfirst Church Cheltenham.2018-10-0751 minGodfirst CheltenhamDevotedThe talk looks at the early church's devotion to the word, to prayer and community. He goes onto talk about how Godfirst might follow the model and challenge described in Acts 2:42-472018-06-0337 min
Godfirst Cheltenham21st Century CultureThe start of a new series at GodFirst Cheltenham called Everyday Church. The message was about being a Christian in the 21st Century. The talk unpacks how and why we should be ready to give a reason for the belief that Jesus is our Lord and Saviour.2018-01-0746 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGrowThis sermon unpacks the original design God had for mankind. Much of this has to do with growing. Plants, gardens, animals, humans, we all naturally grow. It was God’s desire that Adam and Eve would tend the garden well that they were in and then grow it to fill the entire earth. This desire of God’s is now being carried out through what Christ has done for us on the cross, like a seed, dying for us, in order to grow the most spectacular, everlasting garden, called the Kingdom of God. In the remainder of the message, Howard outl...2017-09-2444 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGiveThis sermon begins by going through many reasons why we should give freely and generously, then expounds on the practical application for that in our lives, and in Godfirst church's community.2017-09-1744 minGodfirst CheltenhamWhat Jesus Would Say To GodfirstThis sermon discusses the successes, challenges, and promises given to the early Christian churches outlined in John’s letter. Howard then compares these with Godfirst church, in order to check the health of Godfirst and ultimately to check the health of our own relationships with God.2017-09-0347 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSophie Devoted To CommunityThis message hammers home the importance that participating in community is crucial to us staying healthy believers, and becoming a healthy Godfirst church2017-06-0427 min
Godfirst CheltenhamRomans | Nobody Likes a Hypocrite | Howard Kellett | Romans 2:11-3:22Romans | Nobody Likes a Hypocrite | Howard Kellett | Romans 2:11-3:22 by Godfirst Cheltenham2016-09-1845 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGreg Tait: Living For EternityWhat are you living for? Have you missed out on what life is really about? Greg Tait visiting from Godfirst Joburg puts life in perspective.2016-06-1340 min
Godfirst CheltenhamReckless: The Cross And The Prodigal Howard KellettReckless: The Cross And The Prodigal Howard Kellett by Godfirst Cheltenham2016-05-2240 min
Godfirst CheltenhamVital Sign 3 Healthy Community | Howard Kellett | John 17: 20-26What are the Vital Signs of healthy Christians and healthy church? Journey with Godfirst as we take our spiritual pulse on everything from knowing Jesus, our communities, and our mission, to handling our money and our time.2015-09-2138 min
Godfirst CheltenhamAttractional or Everyday Church Part 1 | Howard KellettHoward walks us through his church planting experience and looks at how changing culture has led him to radically different approaches to church planting. Where does Godfirst plot on the Attractional or Everyday Church axis.2015-09-1447 minGodfirst CheltenhamAttractional and Everyday Church Part 2 | Howard KellettSo what is the shape of Godfirst church? How can we live as a community of disciples on a mission; a family of servant missionaries?2015-09-1444 minGodfirst CheltenhamBe Strong and Build | Howard Kellett | Zechariah 8At the start of the New Year Howard encourages us from Zechariah to be strong and build on the foundation that has been laid at Godfirst. Sharing God's zeal, sharing our lives and sharing the gospel.2015-09-1450 min
Godfirst CheltenhamGodfirst Weekender: A Tale of Two Trees | Matt Hatch | Jeremiah 17Matt Hatch kicks of our 2015 weekender talks on Disciple Making by tell us the tale of two trees.2015-09-1449 minGodfirst CheltenhamGodfirst Weekender: Roots & Spiritual Disciplines | Matt Hatch | 1 Timothy 4:16In his second talk from 2015 Weekender Matt helps us to recognize those hearts moments learn to repent and renounce unchristlike roots and apply spiritual disciplines to bring transformation.2015-09-1457 minGodfirst CheltenhamGodfirst Weekender: Hearts | Matt Hatch | Proverbs 4:23In his third brilliant session from 2015 Weekender Matt asks us to examine our hearts and allow the truth of the Gospel, and God as Father to dismantle the lies we believe about God and ourselves2015-09-1442 minGodfirst CheltenhamGodfirst Weekender: Everyday Fruit | Matt Hatch | John 20:21In his fourth Session of the 2015 Weekender, Matt gives us practical ways we can live as fruitful disciples on mission. "Those with changed hearts change nations."2015-09-1453 minGodfirst CheltenhamVital Signs 2 Training to Know Jesus Better | Howard Kellett | Matthew 6: 5-13What are the Vital Signs of healthy Christians and healthy church? Journey with Godfirst as we take our spiritual pulse on everything from knowing Jesus, our communities, and our mission, to handling our money and our time.2015-09-1339 min
Godfirst CheltenhamSingleness in the Gospel Community | Howard Kellett | 1 Corinthians 7Unashamably drawing from Tim Keller's chapter on singleness in his book "The meaning of marriage", Howard shows how both over-desire and under-desire for marriage miss shapes the lives of singles (and married couples), and appeals for a positive view of singleness in Godfirst.2015-09-0948 min
Godfirst CheltenhamAgents Of A Renewed Creation | Howard Kellett | Revelation 21As Godfirst has a taster Sunday at the Parabola Arts Centre, Howard asks us to find ourselves in God's parabola shaped story of the world from Creation through de-creation to new creation.2014-06-2943 min
Godfirst CheltenhamJesus Our True Husband | Sean Green | John 4Godfirst friend Sean Green from Reading Family Church unpacks John 4 to show how Jesus the true and faithful husband to both marriaged and single christians.2013-01-2739 min