St Aldates Church

Psalm 87 describes the beauty of Zion: Zion, God’s holy city, is beautiful because it reflects the glory of God. And we are all invited to be residents of this city; no matter our past or our mistakes.

The fear of the Lord brings freedom. How do we use the freedom we’ve been given? Mark explores why fearing the Lord is the entry point to awe, obedience and revival.

It takes courage to praise in the face of adversity. Through the triumphant end of Psalm 150, Dan reminds us that our ultimate end is the praise of God, summoning in eternity through our sung worship.

Psalm 109 is a brutally honest prayer. Owen explains how the Psalms teach us to pray vulnerably and honestly, taking all our emotions to God.

Preaching on Psalm 23, Emily explains how our Good Shepherd provides and protects his sheep in times of delight and in times of trial.

“Without abiding we can do nothing of eternal value.” Looking at Psalm 1, Will kicks off our Psalms series by reminding us that we can do nothing without first gazing upon our Father in heaven, delighting in him.

David wrote Psalm 63 whilst on the run from Saul, but his words show his steadfast hope that the Lord will deliver him, even in the midst of his desperate circumstances. Dan speaks on God’s sovereignty, comfort and love through the words of Psalm 63.

The river of God brings life: given to us by Jesus, through the power of the Spirit, it transforms everything it flows through. Simon encourages us to step deeper into the river of God’s through the refreshment of the Holy Spirit

The Exodus of the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt is a mighty reveal of the lengths that our God will go to in order to rescue his people from injustice and oppression. Our children’s pastor Emilie reminds us that there is an invitation to trust God more as we lean into his rescuing love for us. Exodus 3:7-12

Through the power of the Holy Spirit, God is making all things beautiful - and he lets us help him out. Simon inspires us to give our whole lives to God, trusting that he will make all things beautiful.

What sort of renewal are you looking for? Emily shares a message from 2Corinthians 4:7-18, exploring the eternal renewal that Jesus offers that we can live out through walking daily in our baptism.

The Holy Spirit is our advocate and guides us through the challenges of life. Stephen expands on the importance of the Holy Spirit in a post-truth world and how he helps us in our daily lives.

Emerging preacher Josh preaches from Romans 8.14-17, thinking about our adoption as sons and daughters of God, our father and our king.

Emerging preacher Caragh preaches from Romans 8.14-17, thinking about our access to God and our responsibility as children in his family.

Emerging preacher Matt preaches from Romans 8.14-17, reminding us of the royalty we share in because of Christ’s death.

Where do you get your sense of identity from? As children of God, Will reminds us that our lives are hidden in Christ and that our primary identity is a beloved Child of God.

What kind of power do we need everyday? Dan explores the knowledge of God and the power of God and how the Holy Spirit is the giver of these incredible gifts. Society can seem to easily corrode our faith, but being filled with the knowledge and power of God helps us to go the distance.

The Holy Spirit is the power source we all need. Are we open to accepting this power? Mark explores how receiving this power helps us to know God, to bear fruit, and to endure the storms of life.

Continuing our series on the Holy Spirit, Simon encourages us to not stay static in our pursuit of God. God is moving toward us in love and wants be present in your future. The Holy Spirit fills us with the knowledge of God and deepens our personal relationship with the Father.