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Christ in all the Scriptures: Joshua and the Commander the Army of the Lord
I spent Friday in London with a small group of historians and educationalists. We met to consider the global implications of a letter sent by the British Foreign Secretary. Let me read it to you. Dear Lord Rothschild, I have … Continue reading
Who is Jesus?
Royal Holloway University of London Christian Union launched their Autumn series “Uncover Luke” last night with an introductory talk based on Luke 5:17-31. The song popularized by Louis Armstrong ‘What a Wonderful World’ is a beautiful song that celebrates nature: … Continue reading
Christ in all the Scriptures: Leviticus and the Day of Atonement
A “lame duck” Prime Minister had just lost a General Election. He was meeting with his successor in No. 10 Downing Street for an informal handover. Near the end of the orientation, he gave the incoming leader three numbered envelopes. … Continue reading
Christ in all the Scriptures: Exodus and the Passover Lamb
As a young Christian, one of the most influential people in my life was the Finnish evangelist Kalevi Lehtinen who died in July aged 75. At several Bible conferences I vividly remember him telling us to keep studying the Bible … Continue reading
2020 Vision
2011 Church Council Vision Cast I have three questions for you this morning: 1. What is your ultimate vision of the future? What motivates you to get up in the morning? What excites you about the future? What drives you … Continue reading
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Christ in all the Scriptures: Genesis and the Sacrifice of Isaac
Christ in all the Scriptures: Genesis and the Sacrifice of Isaac from Stephen Sizer on Vimeo. Jesus said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Messiah have … Continue reading
The Transforming Power of the Gospel in Corinth (Acts 18)
The Transforming Power of the Gospel in Corinth (Acts 18) from Stephen Sizer on Vimeo. Today we are beginning the next stage of an amazing historical journey. Back in January 2010, we began to read the Acts of the Apostles … Continue reading
Seven Biblical Answers to Popular Zionist Assumptions
Seven Biblical Answers to Popular Zionist Assumptions (download a pdf of this study) 1. God promises to bless those who bless Israel and curses those who curse Israel This popular if misguided assumption is based on Genesis 12:3. It shows … Continue reading
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John Stott : The Place of Israel
John Stott went home to glory this week. He will long be remembered as a pastor and teacher and inspirational leader within the Anglican evangelical community for over 65 years. Less well known is the courageous stand John took on … Continue reading
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The Empire Strikes Back: The Jews in Iran – A Pre-emptive Military Strike (Esther 9)
The Empire Strikes Back: The Jews in Iran – A Just and Proportionate Retaliation? (Esther 9) from Stephen Sizer on Vimeo. This week saw the birth of the newest nation in the world – The Republic of South Sudan. After … Continue reading