Setting forth the gospel of Jesus Christ as Britain's only hope, discussing the state of the nation in the light of the teachings of the Bible. This is a podcast by Pastor Peter Simpson of Penn Free Methodist Church, UK. It contains addresses both from the pulpit and engaging in open - air witness by Pastor Simpson and includes guest speakers once a year or more.
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The Rev. Dr. Prince Rivers has served as a pastor for more than 20 years. In each episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with leaders, pastors and authors about how to do church faithfully and effectively — and in a way that is life-giving for all involved. “Leading and Thriving in the Church” is a podcast from Alban at Duke Divinity School. Learn more at alban.org, where you can also sign up for Prince’s weekly reflections and resources in the Alban Weekly newsletter.
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Britain was delivered from a powerful enemy in 1945. Ultimate victory was achieved. In 1940 the nation being invaded and overrun was a distinct possibility and the most likely outcome, but a humbled people prayed. In fact, during WW2 there were 12 national days of prayer. We can only understand our nation's deliverance in the context of the preciou…
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In the fifth and final episode of our third season, Prince talks with Cynthia Hale, the founding and senior pastor of Ray of Hope Christian Church in Decatur, Georgia. Discussion topics include: - How Cynthia's leadership has changed over 38 years at Ray of Hope - Cultivating other leaders - Practices to sustain health and wellbeing in ministry - A…
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In the fourth episode of our third season, Prince talks with Gary Simpson, the senior minister of Concord Baptist Church of Christ in Brooklyn, New York. Discussion topics include: - How preaching differs from other forms of communication - Finding your authentic voice - Can preaching be taught? - And more! Sign up for Prince’s weekly reflections a…
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Reggie Blount: New Approaches to Christian Formation
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35:57In the third episode of our third season, Prince talks with Reggie Blount, who serves as the Murray H. Leiffer Associate Professor of Formation, Leadership and Culture and director of the Center for the Church and the Black Experience at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. Discussion topics include: - What pastors need to understand about lea…
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John Witvliet: What Are We Doing in Worship?
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28:45In the second episode of our third season, Prince talks with John Witvliet, director of the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and Professor of Worship, Theology, and Congregational Ministry Studies at Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary. Discussion topics include: - How worship leaders can balance maintaining tradition and being i…
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Peter Cha: The Gift of Immigrant Congregations
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33:22In the first episode of our third season, Prince talks with Peter T. Cha, director of the Thriving Immigrant Congregations Initiative (TICI) and professor of practical theology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Discussion topics include: - Misconceptions about immigrant congregations - Building healthy intergenerational relationships in the c…
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Anna Carter Florence: Living with the Text
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39:58In the final episode of our second season, Prince talks with Anna Carter Florence, the Peter Marshall Professor of Preaching at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. Discussion topics include: - What theatre and preaching have in common - Why storytelling is central to preaching - Entering scripture “verbs-first” - Practices for growin…
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Otis Moss III: Thriving in Turbulent Times
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33:52In this episode, Prince talks with Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, Illinois. Discussion topics include: - Adapting to different leadership contexts - Thriving in times of unrest - The importance of love and justice in Christian leadership - How leaders can take care of themselves - And more! Find show not…
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In this episode, Prince talks with David Armijo, Chief of Programs at Hispanic Access Foundation. As Chief of Programs, David oversees Hispanic Access Foundation’s health, conservation, federal internship (MANO) and special initiatives. Discussion topics include: - Managing conflict on teams - Having courageous conversations with volunteers - Hallm…
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In this episode, Prince talks with Nicole Martin, Chief Impact Officer at Christianity Today. She is also the founder and executive director of Soulfire International Ministries, which accelerates thriving for pastors, churches and younger leaders. Discussion topics include: - The role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership - Defining “l…
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David P. King: Reimagining Giving Traditions
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34:33In this episode, Prince talks with David P. King, Karen Lake Buttrey Director of Lake Institute on Faith & Giving as well as Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies within the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. As an American religious historian, his research interests broadly include exploring the practices of 20th- and 2…
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In the first episode of our second season, Prince talks with Tod Bolsinger, senior congregational strategist and associate professor of leadership formation at Fuller Seminary. He's also the author of several books, including Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory. In this episode, Prince and Tod discuss: - Why success …
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Thema Bryant: Bridging Theology and Psychology
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38:03In the final episode of the first season of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with Dr. Thema Bryant, the 2023 president of the American Psychological Association (APA): the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology with more than 120,000 members. In this episode, Prince and Dr. Thema discuss: the inte…
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In the fifth episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with Paul Baxley, the executive coordinator of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. In this episode, Paul and Prince discuss: what faithfulness means in this moment what it looks like for congregations to experience new life what denominations are for the need for support net…
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Ruth Haley Barton: Listen for the Voice of God
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30:34In the fourth episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with Ruth Haley Barton, the founding president and CEO of the Transforming Center, whose mission is to strengthen the souls of pastors, spiritual leaders and the congregations and organizations they serve. Learn more about Ruth at her website, where you can find links to he…
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Rhonda Brandon: You're a Human First, Then a Minister
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41:25In the third episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with Rhonda Brandon, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources officer for Duke University Health System. In her role, Brandon oversees efforts to advance a world-class workforce that positions the health system to meet long-term strategic goals. She is a key driver of…
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In the second episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” Prince talks with David Emmanuel Goatley, president of Fuller Theological Seminary. Dr. Goatley was inaugurated as the sixth president of Fuller Seminary in January 2023. Prior to his appointment, he served in various roles at Duke Divinity School, including as associate dean for academ…
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Stephen Lewis: Thriving Within Constraints
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22:56In the first episode of “Leading and Thriving in the Church,” the Rev. Rivers talks with Stephen Lewis about trends they’re seeing in churches, what thriving ministers have in common, advice for new ministers and more. Stephen is the president of the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE) and creator and co-founder of DO GOOD X, a start-up acceler…
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Introducing "Leading and Thriving in the Church"
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1:21The Rev. Dr. Prince Rivers, editor of the Alban Weekly, has been a pastor for 23 years. He is passionate about supporting the people who lead congregations. But doing ministry in the post-pandemic era has unearthed new leadership challenges – and it has led us to pay more attention to the need for thriving ministers and congregations. That’s where …
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(Open Air Sermon) Why All Must Our To Christ Urgently
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26:52This podcast sets forth the gospel of Jesus Christ as Britain's only hope, discussing the state of the nation in the light of the teachings of the Bible. Information about today's podcast episode: This is an evangelistic message based on Ezekiel 18:30, preached in a bustling Slough High Street in June 2023. For further details on Pastor Simpson's w…
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The Biblical Significance of the Coronation (1 KINGS 3:1-15)
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45:45This podcast sets forth the gospel of Jesus Christ as Britain's only hope, discussing the state of the nation in the light of the teachings of the Bible. Information about today's podcast episode: As Solomon comes to the throne, the nation - under God’s mighty hand - will become the wonder and envy of the world, but not because Solomon will pursue …
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Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel (Conference Address 3) How Free Are Christians In The UK?
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39:11This is an address by Mr Tim Dieppe, Head of Public Policy at Christian Concern from the Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel Conference, October 2022. The title of this talk is: Christian freedoms in the UK : A review of the current situation. For more details go to: https://www.facebook.com/britainsonlyhope Thank you for listening.…
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Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel (Conference Address 2) Abortion In The Public Square
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45:49This episode of The 33:12 Report Podcast is the address by Pastor Dia Moodley (Spirit of Life Reformed Baptist Church, Bristol) at the October 2022 BRITAIN'S ONLY HOPE conference. This address deals with the subject of confronting abortion in public Christian witness: The difficulties, the challenges and the necessity. If you would like to know mor…
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Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel (Conference Address 1) Grieving Over Our Wicked Land
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37:47This is an address by Pastor Peter Simpson from the Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel Conference, October 2022. The text is based on Habbakuk 1 v 1 - 6. For more details go to: https://www.facebook.com/britainsonlyhope Thank you for listening.By Pastor Peter Simpson
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Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel (Conference Address 4) How The Old Testament Prophets Preached
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49:59This episode of The 33:12 Report Podcast is an address by Pastor David Carson (Zion Tabernacle Church, Chester) from the Britain's Only Hope: The Gospel Conference, October 2022. This address focuses on the vital principles of gospel presentation to be found in the Old Testament prophets. For more details go to: https://www.facebook.com/britainsonl…
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The Birth of Our Lord and the Bible's Precise Historical Accuracy
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31:26Join us for episode 8 of the 33:12 Report where Pastor Peter Simpson discusses the Bible's perfect historical accuracy concerning the date of John the Baptist's and our Lord's birth.By Pastor Peter Simpson
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William Tyndale and The Preciousness of the Word of God
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25:43In this episode Pastor Peter Simpson discusses 4 aspects of William Tyndale's life and work: Bible translator, contender for the faith, Godly patriot, martyr. “My part be not in Christ ... if mine heart weep not night and day for mine own sin and other men’s indifferently, beseeching God to convert us all, and to take His wrath from us ... caring f…
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Wycliffe : The great pioneer of the English Reformation
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26:46In episode 7 of the 33:12 report Pastor Simpson discussed:The persecution of Wycliffe and the LollardsWycliffe’s emphasis on the authority of the BibleThank you for listening! We hope you enjoy it and are blessed.By Pastor Peter Simpson
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Is Open Air Preaching Still Relevant in 21st Century Britain?
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28:34Does 21st Century Britain Still Need Open Air Preaching? In this fifth episode of the 33:12 Report, Pastor Peter Simpson talked to Pastor Dia Moodley of The Spirit of Life Church in Bristol about his bold evangelistic work in that city. We do how you enjoy this insightful discussion about what God is doing in our land.…
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WHY NOAH’S ARK IS GOSPEL TRUTH In this fourth episode of the 33:12 Report Pastor Simpson discusses: 1. The evidence for the Flood all around us 2. How seaworthy was the Ark? 3. How many animals were on the Ark? 4. Does it matter what we believe about the Ark? If you would like to purchase Pastor Peter’s book all about this, it will be available at …
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Climate change alarmism is gripping the western world. In this third episode of the 33:12 Report Pastor Peter Simpson discusses how Christians should respond. We hope you find it helpful and encouraging.By Pastor Peter Simpson
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How Gospel Preaching Saved Britain From Violent Revolution in the 18th Century
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22:31Did You Know that Gospel Preaching Saved Britain from a Potential Violent Revolution in the 18th Century? This second episode of the 33:12 Report focusses on this amazing time in Britain's history that is rarely known. Topics covered are: 1. The state of the country in the early 18th century, with reference to the verse: “Sin is a reproach to any p…
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In this first episode of our new fortnightly weekly live show: "The 33:12 Report" (the title being based on Psalm 33:12) Pastor Peter Simpson, with a focus on Great Britain during World War 2, discusses: 1) Does God deal differently with different nations? 2) Does God respond to the prayers of specific nations? 3) How is prayer related to economics…
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