NCF Sunday Talks

Episódios

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  Paul: his First Missionary Journey 26.07.2026 41min

  Paul wasn't just called an "Apostle" - he lived his calling from God. What happened on his first journey, where did he go and who went with him? Learn about these things in this Talk. Expect to hear about God giving the initiative and the response being prayer with action and opposition to the Christ centred message. Hearing about Paul and his friends, does it inspire you to fulfill, in God's strength, what He is calling you to do? The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Paul: a protracted Quiet Time 19.07.2026 28min

  Many people in our society demand instant access, instant knowledge, instant food and instant results. Often there is no short cut to grasping new concepts etc. If we are to get to know God, we need to spend time with Him. This needs to be regular and over a long period of time. After meeting the risen Jesus near Damascus, Paul spent three years in obscurity on the Sinai Peninsular (Arabia). We don't know exactly what he did there, but it was definitely a time of preparation for what God was ...
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  Paul: Damascus - an interruption 12.07.2026 31min

  Saul/Paul met the risen Jesus as he approached Damascus. He'd gone there to persecute the Jesus believers and to stop them spreading a message that he personally thought was blasphemous. He soon discovered that Jesus was the Messiah as his life was interrupted by Him. He realized that he was a sinner and needed a Saviour. Jesus was that Saviour. Acts 9, 22 and 26 tell us about what happened and how God used a normal person called Ananias to interact with Paul in a beautiful way. Let God inter...
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  Paul: God used his past 05.07.2026 31min

  Paul the Sent One (Apostle) is a hero to many people. In this introductory Talk, we hear a little about his background, violently persecuting the fledgling Church and yet a few months before he was executed in Rome, he knew that he had fought a good race and that he had been faithful to God's call on his life. God had drastically transformed him, changing the trajectory of his life. May we too be faithful to God's call to the mission He wants us to take part in. The script for the whole Servi...
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  Amen! 28.06.2026 31min

  Many of us say, "Amen!" regularly. What does it mean? It reminds us that God's Word is firm and true. God is faithful. We can rest in His grace. The four Gospel writers help us to understand the real importance of Jesus' words as they fairly often include the word at the beginning of statements made by Jesus. Like a town crier, let us listen carefully to what Jesus proclaims to us. Jesus is 'God's Yes,' being the guarantor of God's promises and purposes. Let us say a hearty Yes to whatever Go...
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  Dependence on the Father 21.06.2026 8min

  God is our Father. We may not have had great dads growing or we may long to have been a father, so Father's Day may not be a day to celebrate. However, look how Jesus treated those who were physically around Him on earth. Aim to connect with God. He loves you. He can do things in your life that you can't even imagine. Open your heart and mind to Him. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Moved to 'purposeful' action - together 14.06.2026 26min

  Athletes who are serious with what they are doing make it a priority to do what their coach tells them to do. When and how to exercise, what to eat, sleep well and so on. As we follow God as our Lord, so we too should make it a priority to do what He tells us to do. We need to take purposeful actions if we intend to follow Him seriously and with conviction. How wonderful that God makes it part of our fellowship to literally do things together, for the mutual benefit of everyone. Let God...
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  "Do this in remembrance..." 07.06.2026 30min

  Our brains cope with remembering a phenomenal amount of information. Some things are much more important than others! Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension are vital to be pondered regularly in our lives. We travel much faster from bondage towards freedom as we meditate on God's strength, kindness and brilliance. Our Lord continues to lavish His love on us. The Bible reminds us to deliberate recollect these things and not to forget them through not considering them highly enough in our liv...
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  Unexpected Places: the Wedding - God's destiny for you 31.05.2026 32min

  Many of us have attended wedding ceremonies as guests. We're used to what goes on there. Something extremely important has happened. Jesus is calling us, the Church, to be His Bride! God paid what He thought you were worth to make this happen and He is still sending us love letters, which show His affection and commitment to us. Let's linger at the Lord's table. We won't grow old there! We do need to be prepared though and make ourselves ready. Let Jesus wrap you in His robe of righteou...
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  Unexpected Places: on a city street - no connectivity issues now 24.05.2026 30min

  Millennia ago God spoke to a selected few - perhaps, kings, priests and prophets. The coming of the Holy Spirit in Jerusalem at Pentecost was a seismic change. Now God would speak to anyone. How is your connectivity with God? Are you plugged into Him? Let Him equip and empower to work for Him. Ask Him to increase your desire, thirst and love for Jesus. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Unexpected Places: on a Mountain top - remember the Light and the Voice 17.05.2026 31min

  "This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him." Matthew (chapter 17), Mark (chapter 9) and Luke (chapter 9) all describe Jesus going to the top of a mountain with Peter, James and John. They weren't alone for long, as Moses and Elijah appeared and talked with Jesus. Why did this happen to three of Jesus' disciples and why is it still applicable for you to learn about it in the 2020s? Jesus was not just a rabbi and miracle-worker - He was also the Son of God. God spoke fr...
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  Unexpected Places: on a busy road - it was really Him! 10.05.2026 29min

  Two of Jesus' followers were walking towards Emmaus when Jesus joined them, though they were not aware that it was Him. It was Resurrection Day and they simply didn't know the major significance of what was happening. God is calling us not to simply 'stare into the sky' (Acts 1) of where we last saw the Lord, but to work with and for Him on the missions that He has given us all to complete. Let's get our brooms out, even if the task seems difficult. Jesus is real. Let's give an appropri...
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  Unexpected Places: in a Valley - not alone 03.05.2026 31min

  Whilst physically on earth, Jesus didn't leave people in their valley of despair with health or relationship issues. He had compassion, entered their dark valley and then transformed their life. God is still transforming lives today. He comes to guide, confront, heal and encourage us whilst we are in a valley. Perhaps a valley is a good place to be? Reach out to God, knowing that He is with you and then ask Him to transform you that He might be glorified and others might be blessed. Let us ge...
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  Unexpected Places: by a Well - you need a bucket? 26.04.2026 38min

  The first part of this recording marks Malachi being dedicated to God. We pray for him and thank God for who he is. In John 4, we hear about how Jesus waited at a well to have a conversation with a woman who He knew was coming. Jesus promised Living Water to well up within her life. Her testimony enabled others to be transformed by Jesus too. Let's allow God to really do something special in our lives and not just be content with a semblance of His love, power and gifts. How authentic is God ...
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  Unexpected Places: up a Tree - good fruit was produced 19.04.2026 25min

  What an unexpected place to meet the Saviour of the World - up a tree! Yet, that is what happened to a hated man in Jericho. Jesus was coming by and Zacchaeus wanted to see Him, so overcome the obstacles that he had. Today, Jesus is still saying, "I must stay at your house today!" to you. Jesus is close to you. Call out to Him and put your trust and hope in Him. It is certainly worth getting rid of the obstacles. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Unexpected Places: a Prison - truly secure 12.04.2026 32min

  Peter, one of the leaders of the early Church, had been put in prison due to his faith in Jesus. His spiritual family prayed to God and He supernaturally released Peter. This story in Acts 12 reminds us that God is much greater than our biggest problems, our biggest mistakes and our biggest dreams. He is the vine and we are the branches. Let's all make God front and centre in our lives. We need Him! The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Unexpected Places: The Cross - the very worst place 05.04.2026 28min

  Our earliest ancestors went away from God, deciding to do their own thing. Due to His love for humanity, God had a plan to reconcile His creation back to Himself. On this Easter Sunday, we think again about how God so loved the world that He sent His only Son to die for all of us. Without Jesus dying for us, it would have been impossible to escape our eternal destination of hell. Jesus willingly humbled Himself to wear a crown of thorns and to die on the Cross. We need Him in our lives....
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  An Unexpected Entry! 29.03.2026 29min

  Jesus entered Jerusalem on what we term 'Palm Sunday' in a specific way. He came on a donkey, showing that He was bringing peace and in order to fulfill an Old Testament Scripture. The people of that city responded in certain ways. How do we respond when we know that God is particularly with us? Open the door of your heart to God, welcoming Him into your life with humility and then honour Him by your words and actions. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Action Stations! 22.03.2026 34min

  If we see a medical emergency often we would want to help the person if it is safe and appropriate to do so. We are in a spiritual emergency. God believes in the death penalty - eternal separation from Him. However, Jesus came so that we could be reconciled with God and that penalty could be sorted out forever. God calls us to arise and shine for Him. We have such great news to tell others! We can lavish our love and God's love on others. God calls us to do this and empowers us to accomplish ...
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  A living testimony 15.03.2026 28min

  Jesus met a Samaritan woman near a well. What He said to her turned her life around. She then went off to speak to many others about what Jesus has said to her. In this Talk, we are encouraged to get to know Jesus better, as a testimony is always produced when people meet Jesus. Other people need to hear your testimony. Be ready to give it! The script for the whole Service can be read here. [Please note that the first minute or so wasn't caught on this recording.]