NCF Sunday Talks

Epizódy

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  Leaving a Legacy 13.09.2026 31min

  It's not only famous and wealthy people who leave a legacy when they die. Everybody does! In fact, we all also have a legacy before we physically die. God has given you gifts - certain assets. They are peculiar to you, are beautiful and will encourage others if you use them. The Bible says that Jesus came to earth to serve humanity. We are definitely called to be servants to others too. The world is in need of normal Christians who happen to be spiritual heroes. People who forgive quickly, wh...
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  Lights for all to see 06.09.2026 41min

  We hear about the work of Asia Link, with special attention given to one country. We are also reminded that we are all lights in the world too. You can read about the work of Asia Link here. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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  Paul: Chapter 29 30.08.2026 26min

  The Book of Acts seems to not have a satisfactory ending at 28:31. There is no 'proper' conclusion. How wonderful! This reminds us that God is still at work today and has been through the past two thousand years. As well as concluding this Series of Talks, we are reminded to get involved with what God is doing today. He is at work. His actions on our behalf and for the good of the world are continuing. Don't be a spectator today or simply relish what He has done in the past! Actively work for...
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  Paul: his Letters to Individuals 23.08.2026 31min

  Paul, who was transformed by God, wrote to many churches. He also wrote letters to various individuals - some of them were his protégés. There are four such letters in our New Testament canon: 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon. He writes to them with important topics that come from his desire that they mature well in the things of God. He encourages them to be careful and thorough in doctrine and also that their life must revolve around prayer. They should cultivate and stir up t...
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  Paul: his Letters to the Churches 16.08.2026 28min

  The New Testament has nine letters written by Paul to various churches - some of which he had helped to found whilst travelling around the Mediterranean. There are some clues in the these letters that he wrote several more, perhaps even many more! We often read of Paul's feelings towards those he loved throughout these letters. All were written to encourage believers, with most having strong doctrinal reasons for Paul spending the time either writing himself or dictating to an amanuensis.&nbs...
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  Paul: his Third Missionary Journey 09.08.2026 31min

  Paul was led by God to make several long journeys where he explained who God was and the truly incredible things He had done for humanity. You are also on a missionary journey with God. This might seem like a burden or barrier to you at the moment. Pray to God, asking for His anointing and emboldening power to grow in you. Talk to other believers and read the Scriptures too. These things will encourage you to be active in what God is asking you personally to do for Him. Being sleepy is destru...
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  Paul: his Second Missionary Journey 02.08.2026 33min

  For over three years, Paul travelled with friends to take the Good News about Jesus, the risen Saviour to countless numbers of normal people. He covered many miles on foot and by ship in what we call his Second Missionary Journey. In each of the places he would speak and live his life as an apprentice, disciple and apostle of Jesus. Listen to this Talk to hear more details about what he did and who he met. The script for the whole Service can be read here.
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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...