Equip
Following Jesus is simple... and a lifelong journey of continued discovery. As a church, we want to equip you for this adventure. We going to set aside some Sunday evenings about 9 times per year where we can go deeper.
Each term, we plan to cover the following areas:
Life and relationship - parenting, money and marriage
Life in the Spirit - Spirit Filled living, healing, prayer, prophecy
Theology and Formation
Teaching will be biblically rooted and Holy Spirit-inspired. Each session will last about an hour, enabling us to go much deeper than would could on a Sunday morning or in a Life Group. Sessions will be recorded and reposted to the website. No need to sign up, just check below for the next session and turn up.
So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. Ephesians 4:11–13 (NIV)
See below for upcoming sessions.
Catch up on previous Equip Nights
Equip 09 | Be more Daniel | Mark Searle
Mark Searle explores the importance of staying true to biblical teachings in an ever-changing world. He discusses the challenges faced by Christians in navigating modern cultural shifts, particularly regarding sexual ethics. Key points include:
Five Foundations for Thinking
The danger of redefining sin and its impact on understanding the cross and Jesus
An analysis of the sexual revolution and its effects on society
The importance of maintaining biblical standards while showing love and compassion
Practical advice on how to engage with others: fixing eyes on Jesus, rooting in the Word, and loving people authentically
Mark emphasizes the need for Christians to be both grounded in their faith and actively engaged in loving relationships with others. He encourages viewers to approach difficult conversations with kindness, understanding, and a focus on introducing people to Jesus rather than condemning them.
You can find an edited transcript that includes links and resources mentioned here:
Download PDF transcript and resources for Equip Be more Daniel
Equip 08 | Faith in the Valley | Meg Searle
Meg talks about faith and the journey of life, emphasizing the importance of understanding that trials and valleys are part of the Christian walk. Exploring the dual reality of living in the present and looking forward to eternal life, finding the gold when life is tough.
Equip 07 | Marriage Unbreakable | Mark Searle
Drawing inspiration from 1 Corinthians 13, we explore actions to build a strong Christian marriage. This guide will be helpful for everyone, whether you're single or married, newly united, or together for decades.
You can use this as a MOT/check-up for your marriage, so consider attending as a couple or watching and discussing it later. Ensure to take time to talk and pray through it together.
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Equip o6 | 10 Ways to Share Jesus | Mark Searle
Mark has been leading churches for over two decades and has been a follower of Jesus for over four decades. He shares both the highs and lows of trying to share Jesus, along with ten ways for sharing Jesus today. Grab a coffee and skip through the chapters on Youtube if helpful.
EQUIP 05 | Working the Word | Bob Grace
Bob Grace explains how applying the Word of God to our lives can significantly transform our way of living. He starts by sharing his personal story of discovering faith and then learning how to live and apply the Word of God to his life. This practical talk provides practical steps to live in the freedom that Jesus has for us.
Equip 04 | Understanding the Word | Jeff Rose
How to read the bible to understand the context of specific texts in the broader biblical themes.
Chapter headings available on youtube, download PDF here.