Balham Vineyard Church Podcasts

Over this Summer Series, we have been hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this final talk, Ruth Allier-Dugdale speaks about Ruth.

Over this Summer Series, we will be hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this talk, Kelsey Thornton speaks about Hagar.

Over this Summer Series, we will be hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this talk, Julia Day speaks about Moses.

Over this Summer Series, we will be hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this talk, Isaac Hiorns speaks about Samuel.

Over this Summer Series, we will be hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this talk, Shakira Adigun-Boaye speaks about Joseph.

Over this Summer Series, we will be hearing from a variety of speakers talking about People of the Old Testament. In this talk, Jono van Deventer speaks about Joshua.

In this talk, Steve talks to us about not becoming a cynic but instead leaning into Jesus. Not standing on the sidelines but getting on the pitch while humbling ourselves.

The God of all grace calls us to overcome the daily battle with the enemy with Jesus on our winning team. In this talk, Viv finishes our series on 1 Peter with 1 Peter 4:12 - 5:14.

Are we just tourists or are we ambassadors for Jesus? In this talk, Andy continues our series on 1 Peter, Living Faithful with 1 Peter 3:8 - 4:11.

Val & Rosie, from our West Side site, are the Facilitators of RTK - a community of people, who have been affected in some way by knife crime. In this talk, they share all about RTK and the heart behind it.

Karen Continues our series on 1 Peter, we look at some difficult passages on authority and submission, and ask: what did it mean to live faithfully then, and what it might mean for us today?

How should Christians respond when we experience trials and rejection because of our faith? Phil explores Peter's answer to this by looking at not only what Peter calls us to do, but crucially how he invites us to do it. Expect to hear from Howard Thurman, Scot Knight, Carmen Joy Imes, Henri Nouwen...and Beatrix Potter.

How does it make you feel that your future gives angels FOMO? In this talk, Christine continues our series on 1 Peter, Living Faithful with 1 Peter 1 verses 3-12.

How do we remain faithful in the world? How do we live our lives in the world and yet not be of the world, maintaining our Christian distinctiveness? In this talk, Mike opens the series based on 1 Peter and how it acts as an incredible resource to us today as we seek to understand & respond to these questions.

Many people struggle today with the legacy of Christianity: has it been complicit in privileging ‘whiteness,’ whether in its history or current practices? Alexander addresses the complexities of these questions, acknowledging where Christians have got it very wrong, as well as considering what Jesus and the Bible really have to say about it.

Modern Science has greatly impacted human existence. We understand the human body better than ever before and are able to explore the natural world further than ever before. Yet, some think Science can tell us much more than just how the world works: it is able to answer every and any question that we have. Is this true? Or are there significant questions that require other types of expertise? Can Science answer the God question?

Why bring God into it? Can’t we simply aim to help and not harm others, to respect and be kind to others? In this talk, Mike explores if “be good” or “be kind” is the end of the matter, or if the Christian worldview has something more valuable to add in discovering meaning and purpose in life.

Many people have good questions about Jesus being the exclusive way to God. For example: In our complicated, interconnected & pluralistic modern world, is it right to see Jesus as the only way to God? Why can’t God just welcome sincere people who seek him from any point of view or religious system? Isn’t it arrogant to say that one religion is right over another?

A common question in suffering is, "Why" But, to whom or what are we directing the question? After briefly exploring responses from various belief systems, Mike leads us in considering the unique response of hope and meaning found in the Christian worldview.

In this talk, Amy speaks about the concern that Christianity’s outdated approach to life is viewed as harmful and oppressive, particularly for Women. Is this true? Or does Jesus & those that follow him promote an equality and peace that benefits individuals and society?