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The Co-Mission Podcast”Faithful at Church” | Ed Kendall from REVIVE 2023This is our Summer Series on Talks and Seminars from REVIVE, our annual festival bringing the churches of the network to a field in Canterbury for a weekend of Bible Teaching, Worship, and great fellowship together as churches. This is from Ed Kendall on "Faithful at Church"
Quite possibly, the most significant thing we'll ever do in our lives is to faithfully go to church, week in, week out. Why is gathering with other Christians so important? Why do we do what we do? And how can we make the most of these times? This seminar is...2023-08-0550 min
thehistoryofthecongoSeason 3: Episode 4: The end of the First RepublicIn this episode we see the final throes of the Independent Katanga and Kasai regions. But Katanga in particular does not go down without a very real fight. It holds the line against the United Nations no less, which increasingly adopts a more aggresive position to enforce a united Repulic of the Congo. But after years of conflict and unrest people's dissapointment independence presnts opportunities for new position. Former enemies must become friends in the face of more threatening opponents. After years of fighting an exhausted international community leaves the Congo to it's fate. In the dyn...2023-06-1744 minThe History of the CongoSeason 3: Episode 4: The end of the First RepublicIn this episode we see the final throes of the Independent Katanga and Kasai regions. But Katanga in particular does not go down without a very real fight. It holds the line against the United Nations no less, which increasingly adopts a more aggresive position to enforce a united Repulic of the Congo. But after years of conflict and unrest people's dissapointment independence presnts opportunities for new position. Former enemies must become friends in the face of more threatening opponents. After years of fighting an exhausted international community leaves the Congo to it's fate. In the dynamic politics of the region...2023-06-1744 minThe History of the CongoSeason 3: Episode 3: Lumumba's Final CampaignIn this episode we see the continuation of the independent Republic of the Congo. The UN, the USSR, the US, Belgium and other continue their operations to push the new country in the direction most aligned to their own ambitions. Amidst this the Congolese populations and regions estalblish themselves as rival power bases in the country. These conflicts have casualaties amongst the political class as well as the combatants. 2023-06-0328 minthehistoryofthecongoSeason 3: Episode 3: Lumumba's Final CampaignIn this episode we see the continuation of the independent Republic of the Congo. The UN, the USSR, the US, Belgium and other continue their operations to push the new country in the direction most aligned to their own ambitions. Amidst this the Congolese populations and regions estalblish themselves as rival power bases in the country. These conflicts have casualaties amongst the political class as well as the combatants. 2023-06-0328 minThe History of the CongoSeason 3: Episode 2: Katangan Independence and the Cold WarIn this episode we look at the new Republic of the Congo 10 days after independence. We see the Congolese reaction to the years of repression under colonial rule and Belgium's military response. Faced with these troubles President Kasavuba and Prime Minister Lumumba turn to the UN, the US and the USSR for urgent help - unwittingly inviting the Cold War to their lands. In the midst of this the provinces of Katanga and South Kasai start to see a future outside of the new Republic... 2023-05-2026 minthehistoryofthecongoSeason 3: Episode 2: Katangan Independence and the Cold WarIn this episode we look at the new Republic of the Congo 10 days after independence. We see the Congolese reaction to the years of repression under colonial rule and Belgium's military response. Faced with these troubles President Kasavuba and Prime Minister Lumumba turn to the UN, the US and the USSR for urgent help - unwittingly inviting the Cold War to their lands. In the midst of this the provinces of Katanga and South Kasai start to see a future outside of the new Republic... 2023-05-2026 minThe History of the CongoSeason 3: Episode 1: Independence DayIndpendence Day has arrived! WIth the Congolese now free from colonial rule tere are celebrations everywhere. With KasaVubu as President and Lumumba as Prime Minister the new government gets to work and for the first time the peoples elected officials start to run the country. But as the celebrations recede not everyone feels included. The campaigns of the elections set the expectations extremely high. Soon people start to take their frustrations out on the previous establishment as the new world isn't quite as was expected. Whilst this is happening other parts of the Republic of the Congo start to question their l...2023-05-0225 minthehistoryofthecongoSeason 3: Episode 1: Independence DayIndpendence Day has arrived! WIth the Congolese now free from colonial rule tere are celebrations everywhere. With KasaVubu as President and Lumumba as Prime Minister the new government gets to work and for the first time the peoples elected officials start to run the country. But as the celebrations recede not everyone feels included. The campaigns of the elections set the expectations extremely high. Soon people start to take their frustrations out on the previous establishment as the new world isn't quite as was expected. Whilst this is happening other parts of the Republi...2023-05-0225 minThe History of the CongoIndependence Immediate Part 2In part 2 of Independence Immediate we see the Congolese parties final campaigns in the elections which would decide who would be in power once the Belgians had left. There was a mix of great expectations, excitement, local and national interests. It was unknown who would win the elections at the time, but here we detail the run up and the final results, with all the gamesmanship not just of the parties, but also the departing Belgians who were keen to protect their economic interests. 2022-05-2921 minthehistoryofthecongoIndependence Immediate Part 2In part 2 of Independence Immediate we see the Congolese parties final campaigns in the elections which would decide who would be in power once the Belgians had left. There was a mix of great expectations, excitement, local and national interests. It was unknown who would win the elections at the time, but here we detail the run up and the final results, with all the gamesmanship not just of the parties, but also the departing Belgians who were keen to protect their economic interests. 2022-05-2921 minThe History of the CongoSeason 2 Episode 8: Independence Immediate part 1In this Episode we turn to The Congo in the late 1950s. The world is changing and on the African continent independence is coming to many countries as the age of colonialism comes to an end. In this context old identities are rediscovered as pre-colonial empires come to the fore once again. People coalesce around parties in anticipation of local elections that have come to mean so much more. As old friends are discovered so are old enemies and Belgium considers its options as The World, and The Belgian Congo changes around it. 2022-04-1135 minthehistoryofthecongoSeason 2 Episode 8: Independence Immediate part 1In this Episode we turn to The Congo in the late 1950s. The world is changing and on the African continent independence is coming to many countries as the age of colonialism comes to an end. In this context old identities are rediscovered as pre-colonial empires come to the fore once again. People coalesce around parties in anticipation of local elections that have come to mean so much more. As old friends are discovered so are old enemies and Belgium considers its options as The World, and The Belgian Congo changes around it. 2022-04-1135 minthehistoryofthecongoThe Congo in the 1950s, urbanisation and the rise of political partiesThe 1950s afforded the majority of the Congolese modest increases in living standards. Wealth and opportunities were increasing, and the colonial attitude was starting to shift. But social progress was slow. When news came from Belgium that not everyone considered colonialism permanent, Congolese society prepared to fill the power vacuum that would be left if the Belgians left...2022-03-2129 minThe History of the CongoThe Congo in the 1950s, urbanisation and the rise of political partiesThe 1950s afforded the majority of the Congolese modest increases in living standards. Wealth and opportunities were increasing, and the colonial attitude was starting to shift. But social progress was slow. When news came from Belgium that not everyone considered colonialism permanent, Congolese society prepared to fill the power vacuum that would be left if the Belgians left...2022-03-2129 minthehistoryofthecongoSeason 2: Episode 6: World War II, Einstein and SpiesIn this episode we how the rulers if the Belgian Congo adapted to the German conquest of Belgian in World War II. Set against conflicting loyalties of the Belgian King, Parliament and Industry the Belgian Congo emerged as powerful part of the Allied cause. The Congolese achieved the first allied victory in the War, and its resources were fundamental to the last battle. The pivotal role of The Congolese in World War II is not afforded much airtime, but this diminish their huge impact!2022-02-2826 minThe History of the CongoSeason 2: Episode 6: World War II, Einstein and SpiesIn this episode we how the rulers if the Belgian Congo adapted to the German conquest of Belgian in World War II. Set against conflicting loyalties of the Belgian King, Parliament and Industry the Belgian Congo emerged as powerful part of the Allied cause. The Congolese achieved the first allied victory in the War, and its resources were fundamental to the last battle. The pivotal role of The Congolese in World War II is not afforded much airtime, but this diminish their huge impact!2022-02-2826 minthehistoryofthecongoThe Belgian Congo in the 1920s and 1930s.After World War 1 the Belgian Congo's place in the world was settled internationally. The authorities, with private backers, invested in the wealth opportunities presented by copper, diamond and other minerals to increase revenues. Infrastructure projects were completed to connect these mining areas to the Atlantic, and some Congolese were able to seize opportunities within the system. But for the majority this was not the case, and rising tensions were palpable.2022-02-1425 minThe History of the CongoThe Belgian Congo in the 1920s and 1930s.After World War 1 the Belgian Congo's place in the world was settled internationally. The authorities, with private backers, invested in the wealth opportunities presented by copper, diamond and other minerals to increase revenues. Infrastructure projects were completed to connect these mining areas to the Atlantic, and some Congolese were able to seize opportunities within the system. But for the majority this was not the case, and rising tensions were palpable.2022-02-1425 minthehistoryofthecongoWorld War One comes to the Belgian CongoIn 1914 the Nations of Europe went to war. The African colonies of these powers had differing views on the conflict, but the Belgian Congo was drawn into war in the face of German colonial aggression. The peoples of the Congo were once again asked or coerced to support their new leaders. Combined they created a mighty powerhouse of military might and raw materials which would help on a global stage. The strength of the Congolese was starting to be visible to all, not least of all themselves....... 2022-01-3121 minThe History of the CongoWorld War One comes to the Belgian CongoIn 1914 the Nations of Europe went to war. The African colonies of these powers had differing views on the conflict, but the Belgian Congo was drawn into war in the face of German colonial aggression. The peoples of the Congo were once again asked or coerced to support their new leaders. Combined they created a mighty powerhouse of military might and raw materials which would help on a global stage. The strength of the Congolese was starting to be visible to all, not least of all themselves....... 2022-01-3121 minThe History of the CongoThe start of The Belgian CongoInternational pressure forced the Belgian government to succeed King Leopold II, and The Belgian Congo was born. The Belgian people were not unanimously behind colonialism, although the colony was supported by the socialist government on the grounds of developmental support. But the companies who were developing were also exploiting, although now under international scrutiny their actions The peoples of the Congo entered the 20th Century in the midst of these tensions. 2022-01-1721 minthehistoryofthecongoThe start of The Belgian CongoInternational pressure forced the Belgian government to succeed King Leopold II, and The Belgian Congo was born. The Belgian people were not unanimously behind colonialism, although the colony was supported by the socialist government on the grounds of developmental support. But the companies who were developing were also exploiting, although now under international scrutiny their actions The peoples of the Congo entered the 20th Century in the midst of these tensions. 2022-01-1721 minThe History of the CongoReaction to Leopolds Congo - The Congo Reform AssociationIn this episode we see how one individual, Edmund Morel, pieces together the true facts of Leopold's Congo State to determine it's true nature. Enraged by the injustice, and willing take on the King himself, we see the development of a humanitarian campaign which was spread Britain and the United States. With support from politicians, churches, celebrities and President Roosevelt himself the pressure King Leopold and the Belgian government grew. Could Leopold's propaganda survive? 2022-01-0325 minthehistoryofthecongoReaction to Leopolds Congo - The Congo Reform AssociationIn this episode we see how one individual, Edmund Morel, pieces together the true facts of Leopold's Congo State to determine it's true nature. Enraged by the injustice, and willing take on the King himself, we see the development of a humanitarian campaign which was spread Britain and the United States. With support from politicians, churches, celebrities and President Roosevelt himself the pressure King Leopold and the Belgian government grew. Could Leopold's propaganda survive? 2022-01-0325 minThe History of the CongoKing Leopold II and The Congo Free StateHere we find the people of the Congo living for the first time under one ruler in todays DRC borders. This man was King Leopold II of Belgium, and he called his territory The Congo Free State. The land people and people were ruthlessly exploited for ivory and rubber with scant regards to their own interests. Under this regime brutality and control new depths of humanity were reached ... This is often referred to as the age of Red Rubber.2022-01-0125 minthehistoryofthecongoKing Leopold II and The Congo Free StateHere we find the people of the Congo living for the first time under one ruler in todays DRC borders. This man was King Leopold II of Belgium, and he called his territory The Congo Free State. The land people and people were ruthlessly exploited for ivory and rubber with scant regards to their own interests. Under this regime brutality and control new depths of humanity were reached ... This is often referred to as the age of Red Rubber.2022-01-0125 min
The ParablePreacher PodcastEpisode 33: How Media Affects Our Daily LivesIn this episode we talk about how media can affect us and how we view life. Sometimes we do no think about the different outlets that we consume. We talk about how it affects us mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Scriptures Used:Matthew 7:13-142 Peter 3:8Time StampsIntroduction/Spiritual Check In: 0:00-2:10Disclaimer: 2:11-4:40Topic: 4:41-50:38Recommendations/Closing: 50:39-56:132021-05-3056 minThe History of the CongoThe Takeover of Msiri and KatangaIn this Episode we find Msiri's migration and capture of the Katangan region. Here he grew rich on power and wealth through the Copper mines and smelting plants that could be found here. But his power was under threat. Ambitious powers looked on jealously. Msiri was clever and cunning but ultimately he didn't have the firepower to stand against the tides of history. Here we find the last conflicts that settled the borders of the DRC as they stand today. It marks the end of the Scramble for Africa as the peoples DRC find themselves under common rule for the first...2021-05-1020 minthehistoryofthecongoThe Takeover of Msiri and KatangaIn this Episode we find Msiri's migration and capture of the Katangan region. Here he grew rich on power and wealth through the Copper mines and smelting plants that could be found here. But his power was under threat. Ambitious powers looked on jealously. Msiri was clever and cunning but ultimately he didn't have the firepower to stand against the tides of history. Here we find the last conflicts that settled the borders of the DRC as they stand today. It marks the end of the Scramble for Africa as the peoples DRC find themselves under...2021-05-1020 minThe History of the CongoThe Belgian Arab War in the Eastern CongoTwo years after the fall of the Kisangani station to the Arabs Tippu Tips son Sef held control over much of the Eastern part of todays DRC. He lived comfortably but was sandwiched between the Leopolds Congo Free State and Germany's East Africa colony. Ostensibly to quash the slave trade, but to expand his territory and wealth, Leopold retained his orders for his forces to drive East. War ensued and we shall we see the demise of the Swahili-Arab Empire in the Eastern Congo. 2021-04-2621 minthehistoryofthecongoThe Belgian Arab War in the Eastern CongoTwo years after the fall of the Kisangani station to the Arabs Tippu Tips son Sef held control over much of the Eastern part of todays DRC. He lived comfortably but was sandwiched between the Leopolds Congo Free State and Germany's East Africa colony. Ostensibly to quash the slave trade, but to expand his territory and wealth, Leopold retained his orders for his forces to drive East. War ensued and we shall we see the demise of the Swahili-Arab Empire in the Eastern Congo. 2021-04-2621 minThe History of the CongoThe limits to Belgian expansion to the EastIn this Episode we see Leopolds Congo Free state buffered against the Arab powers in the East. Cultural difference fostered tensions and their allies were dragged into conflict. We see Leopold use the defeat of the British in Khartoum as an opportunity to extend the boundaries of his land North East to the River Nile, with Tippu Tip now an employee. Disasi Makulo, a member of the Turumbe peoples, recounts the experience of meeting the Arabs and the Belgians in his own voice. This episode sets us up for the Belgian-Arab war to come. 2021-04-1219 minthehistoryofthecongoThe limits to Belgian expansion to the EastIn this Episode we see Leopolds Congo Free state buffered against the Arab powers in the East. Cultural difference fostered tensions and their allies were dragged into conflict. We see Leopold use the defeat of the British in Khartoum as an opportunity to extend the boundaries of his land North East to the River Nile, with Tippu Tip now an employee. Disasi Makulo, a member of the Turumbe peoples, recounts the experience of meeting the Arabs and the Belgians in his own voice. This episode sets us up for the Belgian-Arab war to come. 2021-04-1219 minThe History of the CongoThe Lone Star of TexasIn this Episode we see the various facades of King Leopold II's philanthropy as he jostles to claim the central African lands he has just become aware of. He maintains a three prong strategy: escalating aggressiveness in the Congo, appeasement of the European powers and an image of benevolence to the United States. Tensions lead to the 1885 Berlin Conference and Leopold positions himself as the benign and neutral power in the Congo... 2021-03-2924 minthehistoryofthecongoThe Lone Star of TexasIn this Episode we see the various facades of King Leopold II's philanthropy as he jostles to claim the central African lands he has just become aware of. He maintains a three prong strategy: escalating aggressiveness in the Congo, appeasement of the European powers and an image of benevolence to the United States. Tensions lead to the 1885 Berlin Conference and Leopold positions himself as the benign and neutral power in the Congo... 2021-03-2924 minThe History of the CongoSummary and global reactions to Stanley's journeyIn this episode we revisit the past before looking at the lands of the Kingdom of the Kongo at the end of the 19th Century. Outside of the Congo Stanley's journey, and details of the River Congo basin, spread through the world. Some saw this as an opportunity to do good, as they saw it, but others saw a commercial opportunities... The chiefs of the Western Congo reacted skeptically as missionaries and traders arrived up river. Whist these arrived in greater numbers a distant European King began to plot..2021-03-1523 minthehistoryofthecongoSummary and global reactions to Stanley's journeyIn this episode we revisit the past before looking at the lands of the Kingdom of the Kongo at the end of the 19th Century. Outside of the Congo Stanley's journey, and details of the River Congo basin, spread through the world. Some saw this as an opportunity to do good, as they saw it, but others saw a commercial opportunities... The chiefs of the Western Congo reacted skeptically as missionaries and traders arrived up river. Whist these arrived in greater numbers a distant European King began to plot..2021-03-1523 minThe History of the CongoStanley's River Voyage from the Eastern CongoIn the early 1870's the peoples of the Eastern Congo lived in a land dominated by the Arab-Swahili traders. In search of Ivory these traders had traveled hundreds of miles inland from the Indian Ocean. These traders settled in and established settlements where they loved in great comfort. This was in great contrast to the subdued peoples who had inhabited these lands for hundreds of years. But the curiosity of the American and European public was focused on this region. In 1873 The Daily Telegraph of London and the New York Herald sponsored the Victorian explorer, Henry Morton Stanley, to travel...2021-03-0120 min
thehistoryofthecongoStanley's River Voyage from the Eastern CongoIn the early 1870's the peoples of the Eastern Congo lived in a land dominated by the Arab-Swahili traders. In search of Ivory these traders had traveled hundreds of miles inland from the Indian Ocean. These traders settled in and established settlements where they loved in great comfort. This was in great contrast to the subdued peoples who had inhabited these lands for hundreds of years. But the curiosity of the American and European public was focused on this region. In 1873 The Daily Telegraph of London and the New York Herald sponsored the Victorian explorer, Henry...2021-03-0120 minthehistoryofthecongoInterval: Stanley's life before the search for the River NileStanleys life before arriving in the Congo in 1873 gives us insights in the wider world at this time. It gives us a window to the plight of the poor in the 19th century Britain, through the American Civil war and the expansion of the American West and the impact of some of the peoples living there. We also visit Abyssinia and West Africa, where the British Empire were in conflict with the African Empires of these lands. It's an optional interval - but fascinating nonetheless. 2021-03-0120 minThe History of the CongoInterval: Stanley's life before the search for the River NileStanleys life before arriving in the Congo in 1873 gives us insights in the wider world at this time. It gives us a window to the plight of the poor in the 19th century Britain, through the American Civil war and the expansion of the American West and the impact of some of the peoples living there. We also visit Abyssinia and West Africa, where the British Empire were in conflict with the African Empires of these lands. It's an optional interval - but fascinating nonetheless. 2021-03-0120 min
thehistoryofthecongoStanley's River Voyage from the Eastern CongoIn the early 1870's the peoples of the Eastern Congo lived in a land dominated by the Arab-Swahili traders. In search of Ivory these traders had traveled hundreds of miles inland from the Indian Ocean. These traders settled in and established settlements where they loved in great comfort. This was in great contrast to the subdued peoples who had inhabited these lands for hundreds of years. But the curiosity of the American and European public was focused on this region. In 1873 The Daily Telegraph of London and the New York Herald sponsored the Victo...2021-03-0107 minThe History of the CongoStanley's River Voyage from the Eastern CongoIn the early 1870's the peoples of the Eastern Congo lived in a land dominated by the Arab-Swahili traders. In search of Ivory these traders had traveled hundreds of miles inland from the Indian Ocean. These traders settled in and established settlements where they loved in great comfort. This was in great contrast to the subdued peoples who had inhabited these lands for hundreds of years. But the curiosity of the American and European public was focused on this region. In 1873 The Daily Telegraph of London and the New York Herald sponsored the Victorian explorer, Henry Morton Stanley, to travel to Ea...2021-03-0107 min
thehistoryofthecongoArab incursions into the Eastern CongoIn this Episode we see Tippu Tip and the Arab traders, after exhausting the Elephant herds in today's Tanzania, journey West across Lake Tanganyika into the Eastern Congo. Ever in need of more ivory they were drawn all the way to the Lualaba River. They met the the Tabwe, the Lunda, the Warua, the Bemba and perhaps documented the first ever written description of the Luba heartland. These peoples were connected by pan-continental trade routes at the end of the 19th Century. Through trickery, alliances and ultimately firepower however they became subdued by Tip and his forc...2021-02-1520 minThe History of the CongoArab incursions into the Eastern CongoIn this Episode we see Tippu Tip and the Arab traders, after exhausting the Elephant herds in today's Tanzania, journey West across Lake Tanganyika into the Eastern Congo. Ever in need of more ivory they were drawn all the way to the Lualaba River. They met the the Tabwe, the Lunda, the Warua, the Bemba and perhaps documented the first ever written description of the Luba heartland. These peoples were connected by pan-continental trade routes at the end of the 19th Century. Through trickery, alliances and ultimately firepower however they became subdued by Tip and his forces. The Arab traders became th...2021-02-1520 min
thehistoryofthecongoThe peoples of the Eastern Congo meet travelers and explorersIn this episode we cover the mid 16th to early 19th century to relay the first meetings between the Arab-Swahili traders and the peoples living in today's Eastern Congo. These traders travelled thousands of kilometres inland from the coast, and the languages and cultures began to fuse. Some trade was conducted but without established norms of relations hostility could always emerge from misunderstandings. At the end of the episode we meet some new peculiarities. Amidst the turmoil the first European explorers and missionaries, including David Livingstone, precariously wandered the lands...2021-02-0118 minThe History of the CongoThe peoples of the Eastern Congo meet travelers and explorersIn this episode we cover the mid 16th to early 19th century to relay the first meetings between the Arab-Swahili traders and the peoples living in today's Eastern Congo. These traders travelled thousands of kilometres inland from the coast, and the languages and cultures began to fuse. Some trade was conducted but without established norms of relations hostility could always emerge from misunderstandings. At the end of the episode we meet some new peculiarities. Amidst the turmoil the first European explorers and missionaries, including David Livingstone, precariously wandered the lands...2021-02-0118 minThe History of the CongoMeanwhile in the Eastern CongoIn this episode we depart from the West and the Kingdom of the Kongo to todays Eastern provinces of the DRC. We see the unique topography here and enjoy a more detailed introduction to two further great African peoples and empires - the Luba and the Lunda. These peoples lived and live in a geologically dynamic land with mountains, lakes and active Volcanoes. This area was the cradle of humanity, and in the 16th centuries they sat amidst a trading system that spanned from the Indian Ocean to the Atlantic. 2021-01-1818 min
thehistoryofthecongoMeanwhile in the Eastern CongoIn this episode we depart from the West and the Kingdom of the Kongo to todays Eastern provinces of the DRC. We see the unique topography here and enjoy a more detailed introduction to two further great African peoples and empires - the Luba and the Lunda. These peoples lived and live in a geologically dynamic land with mountains, lakes and active Volcanoes. This area was the cradle of humanity, and in the 16th centuries they sat amidst a trading system that spanned from the Indian Ocean to the Atlantic. 2021-01-1818 minThe History of the CongoThe Kingdom of the Kongo - at its best, and at its worstIn this episode we see how the Kingdom of the Kongo survived in the ebbs of flows of international and domestic conflicts, as well as some of the horrific effects of slavery. We see the Kingdom flex its power on the international stage but ultimately wither as a defeat allows an opportunity for others to take its power and resources. But in this adversity a voice of hope emerges which was to provide strength to the oppressed in their time of need. This voice resonates through the ages today. 2021-01-0425 min
thehistoryofthecongoThe Kingdom of the Kongo - at its best, and at its worstIn this episode we see how the Kingdom of the Kongo survived in the ebbs of flows of international and domestic conflicts, as well as some of the horrific effects of slavery. We see the Kingdom flex its power on the international stage but ultimately wither as a defeat allows an opportunity for others to take its power and resources. But in this adversity a voice of hope emerges which was to provide strength to the oppressed in their time of need. This voice resonates through the ages today. 2021-01-0425 min
thehistoryofthecongoThe Kingdom of the Kongo battles for its place on a global stageIn this episode the Kingdom of the Kongo welcomes the Portuguese Empire, and the nobility embraces a new Religion. But it also meets the Dutch, the Vatican and continues to fight for it's place in Africa, whilst keeping the Kingdom together. Soon the Europeans settle, with an agenda much evolved from spreading Christianity....This results in alliances, betrayals and an international battle in 17th century Central Africa. As an international player the Kingdom of the Kongo has much to fight for. 2020-12-3119 minThe History of the CongoThe Kingdom of the Kongo battles for its place on a global stageIn this episode the Kingdom of the Kongo welcomes the Portuguese Empire, and the nobility embraces a new Religion. But it also meets the Dutch, the Vatican and continues to fight for it's place in Africa, whilst keeping the Kingdom together. Soon the Europeans settle, with an agenda much evolved from spreading Christianity....This results in alliances, betrayals and an international battle in 17th century Central Africa. As an international player the Kingdom of the Kongo has much to fight for. 2020-12-3119 min
thehistoryofthecongoThe Kingdom of the KongoIn this Episode we focus on the Western Congo in the 13th Century where we meet one of the most famous precolonial Kingdoms - the Kingdom of the Kongo. We see how the Kingdom formed and take a look at the capital - MBanza Kongo - as well as a look at some of the social structures in place. We wrap up just as new visitors arrive at the Kingdom ...2020-12-3010 minThe History of the CongoThe Kingdom of the KongoIn this Episode we focus on the Western Congo in the 13th Century where we meet one of the most famous precolonial Kingdoms - the Kingdom of the Kongo. We see how the Kingdom formed and take a look at the capital - MBanza Kongo - as well as a look at some of the social structures in place. We wrap up just as new visitors arrive at the Kingdom ...2020-12-3010 min
thehistoryofthecongoIntroduction. We explore why the podcast exists, the topography of The Congo and Prehistory.In this episode we look at the Democratic Republic of the Congo today, and then go back in time. We start with prehistoric artefacts and the great Bantu migration, which pushed the Pygmies to the South and East of todays country. We are introduced to the topography of the Country, The River Congo, the central navigable plateau, and the Mountains of the East. We wrap up focusing at the Atlantic coast where we first meet one of the most famous precolonial African Empires - The Kingdom of the Kongo. 2020-12-2817 minThe History of the CongoIntroduction. We explore why the podcast exists, the topography of The Congo and Prehistory.In this episode we look at the Democratic Republic of the Congo today, and then go back in time. We start with prehistoric artefacts and the great Bantu migration, which pushed the Pygmies to the South and East of todays country. We are introduced to the topography of the Country, The River Congo, the central navigable plateau, and the Mountains of the East. We wrap up focusing at the Atlantic coast where we first meet one of the most famous precolonial African Empires - The Kingdom of the Kongo. 2020-12-2817 min
Reflections in Strange TimesYou are Peter and on this rock I will build my church - Rosamond McDowellRosamond considers Jesus’ mission for Peter that we all share2020-08-2409 minReflections in Strange TimesYou know I love you - Caroline HalmshawCaroline reflects on Jesus' offer of reconciliation to Peter in the Gospel of John, chapter 21.2020-04-2708 min
The ParablePreacher PodcastSeason 1 FinaleThis is the season 1 finale of ParablePreacher. We discuss how to handle crisis, how to remain faithful in troublesome times, and so much more. It is up to us to be the light in dark times. We are to go to God when we are lost! We talk about this and so much in this episode! Share and join the community on IG. “TheParablePreacher”
Scriptures Used:
2 Timothy 1:7
Mark 4:35-41
Matthew 22:35-41
2 Timothy 3:16
Philippians 4:6-8
2 Corinthians 12:
Genesis 37-50 (Full story of Joseph)
Genesis 39:20-41:40
Matthew 7:13-14
2 Corinthians 5:17
1 Peter 4:7
1 Peter 5:8
Hebrews 13:4
Hebrews 13:16-17
2 Corinthians 1:9-11
Romans 8:36-39
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...2020-04-1048 minThe ParablePreacher PodcastEpisode 9: Enter Through The Narrow GateIn this episode we continue our talk about ways to please God. We talk about how to navigate life while trying to stay on the straight and narrow. This road may not be easy however it is not impossible. God is with us every step of the way. But we still need to make sure we are in line with His will. How can we do that? We share this and more! Share and join the community on IG. “TheParablePreacher”.
Scriptures Used:
Matthew 7:13-14
1 Peter 5:8
Hebrews 13:4
1 Corinthians 10:13
Matthew 4:1-13
Proverbs 19:2
Matthew 7:21-23
Matthew 5:27-30
James 5:16
James 2:14-26
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Desert Island DiscsMartin Freeman, actorMartin Freeman is a multi-award winning actor, best known for his roles as the lovable Tim in BBC Two’s The Office and as Dr Watson to Benedict Cumberbatch’s Sherlock Holmes. He also played Bilbo Baggins in Peter Jackson’s Hobbit trilogy, Lester Nygaard in the US drama series Fargo and Everett K Ross in the film Black Panther.
Born in Hampshire in 1971, he grew up in Teddington in south-west London. The youngest of five children, he was just 10 when his father died of a heart attack. As a teenager, he played competitive squash, making the national squad, until...2019-03-3153 min