What does it mean to be fully known by God? And how do we experience His grace in our everyday lives?

In this shorter, discussion-focused edition of Extra Slice, Nick explores Acts 15 and the questions facing the early Church as Jewish and Gentile believers discovered what it meant to follow Jesus together.

Through three questions, we're invited to reflect on our shared roots with Judaism, what the Bible means when it speaks about the human heart, and the extraordinary gift of God's grace.

Designed especially for home groups, but just as useful for personal reflection, this edition offers a starting point for some meaningful conversations.

Listen, reflect and explore together!

Where does our faith come from? And what does it really mean to belong to God's family?

In this extended edition of Extra Slice, Nick takes us a little further into the book of Acts, exploring Paul's first missionary journey with Barnabas before returning to the big questions raised in Acts 15.

From the importance of knowing our Christian roots and passing faith on to the next generation, to the value of healthy disagreement within the Church, there's plenty to get us thinking.

And at the heart of it all is a powerful reminder: there are no second-class Christians. In Jesus, we all belong.

So whether you're out walking, driving, or simply enjoying a quiet moment, join Nick for a deeper dive into Scripture, with his usual reflections, honesty and humour!

When the early Church began to grow, it faced some difficult questions. Who could belong? What rules should people follow? And what was truly essential?

In this week's sermon, Rev Nick Griffin explores Acts 15 and the moment the Church had to work out how to welcome new believers without placing unnecessary barriers in their way.

From culture shock and church committees to the importance of grace, Nick challenges us to consider whether we've allowed our own traditions and preferences to distract us from the heart of the Gospel.

Salvation is a gift. Belonging to God is a gift. And Jesus is at the centre of it all.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

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Fancy going a little deeper? Join Nick for an extended edition of Extra Slice as we continue our journey through the book of Acts.

Picking up on Keith and Carmen's Sunday sermons, Nick explores the remarkable growth of the early Church, the importance of Antioch and the wonderful example of Barnabas – a man whose encouragement helped others find the courage to step out in faith.

Along the way, Nick digs into some fascinating questions. What does biblical prophecy really mean? How do encouragement and teaching work together? And why does God sometimes rescue people from suffering while others, equally faithful, face tragedy?

From the spread of the Gospel to Peter's miraculous escape from prison, there's plenty to explore, reflect on and perhaps even wrestle with.

So settle down with a cuppa and join Nick for a longer Extra Slice!

Short on time? There's also a 7-minute Home Group edition available, with questions for discussion and personal reflection.

This week, Nick brings us a shorter, 7-minute edition of Extra Slice, perfect for Home Groups, small group discussions or a little personal reflection.

Exploring Acts 11, we discover how the early Church continued to grow despite persecution, the importance of Antioch in spreading the Gospel, and the wonderful example of Barnabas – the son of encouragement.

Nick leaves us with some questions to ponder:

• Why did persecution cause the Church to grow rather than disappear?

• Who are the Barnabases in your life?

• How can you be a source of encouragement to others?

A short slice with plenty to think and talk about!

Prefer a longer listen? There's also an extended 30-minute edition of Extra Slice available.

Same Bible passage, two different perspectives!

This Sunday, both our 9.30am and 11am congregations explored Acts 11:19–26 and 13:1–3, each hearing a different reflection on the growth of the early Church.

In this sermon from our 9.30am service, Revd Carmen Cromwell takes us to Antioch, where faith was spreading, boundaries were being crossed and God was doing something extraordinary.

Through the example of Barnabas, Carmen challenges us to step outside our comfort zones, embrace change and recognise God's grace at work, even when things don't look quite how we expected.

With personal stories, humour and some thought-provoking reflections, Carmen reminds us that God's work doesn't always look the way we imagine.

🎧 Why not listen to both sermons? Keith Powell also explores these passages in his sermon from our 11am service, offering another perspective on the same readings.

Are you a radiator or a drainer?

In this week's sermon, Keith Powell explores Acts 11:19–26 and Acts 13:1–3, looking at the extraordinary growth of the early Church, the power of the Holy Spirit and the inspiring example of Barnabas – the 'Son of Encouragement'.

Keith reminds us that we don't need to be extraordinary people to make a difference. God calls each of us to share His love, encourage others and be willing to follow wherever He leads.

With stories from our Big Weekend, a few laughs and some thought-provoking challenges, Keith asks a simple but powerful question:

Who might God be asking you to encourage today?

🎧 Listen now and be encouraged!

This week on Extra Slice, Nick continues our journey through Acts, digging deeper into Acts 10 and the extraordinary story of Peter and Cornelius.

What happens when God asks us to cross boundaries that feel deeply ingrained? Nick explores Peter’s vision, the cultural barriers between Jews and Gentiles, and the moment Peter begins to grasp just how wide the good news of Jesus really is.

We also think about those who might believe, pray or have a sense of God but remain on the edges of church life; what it means to shape our everyday lives around our Christian identity; and why Peter’s declaration that “God shows no partiality” is such a significant moment.

And ultimately, it comes back to the heart of the gospel: Jesus is Lord.

If Jesus really is Lord of all, what does that mean for the way we spend our time, our money and our energy — and the way we live the life God has given us?

Grab yourself an Extra Slice and join us.