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Content From Hannah Elwyn

Prince of Peace: Peace through the Cross -

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Easter is the central event of the Christian calendar, when we celebrate Jesus’ death and resurrection. In this talk, Hannah Elwyn considers how the cross reconciles us to God, and his resurrection gives us hope beyond the grave.

Proverbs: Speak Life -

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Our words are powerful. They have the potential to build up or tear down. In this talk Hannah Elwyn thinks about the importance of guarding our mouths, and speaking truth that refreshes and brings life.

Visions of God: The Burning Bush: Hannah Elwyn -

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Moses sees a bush that is engulfed in flame, yet doesn’t seem to be burnt up. As he approaches, he finds himself meeting a holy God. Hannah unpacks how God calls and commissions us for his purposes.

Equipped: The Armour of God: The Shoes of Peace - Ephesians 6:15

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Paul tells us to have our feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In this talk, we consider how the gospel gives us peace, and equips us to spread peace wherever we go.

David: The Gracious King - 2 Samuel 9

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Saul’s Kingdom has come to an end. But instead of gloating and vanquishing his enemies, David extends mercy to Mephibosheth. In this talk, Hannah Elwyn looks at the theme of grace.

Encounters with Jesus: Mary - John 12:1-11

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A feast is held in Jesus’ honour, and Mary marks the occasion with a costly act of worship. In this talk, Hannah looks at the example of Mary and we consider how Jesus offers us a cause worth living for...

Stand Alone Talks: Easter Sunday – South -

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On the third day, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb to find Jesus’ body missing. But in the midst of her despair, a familiar voice calls our her name… In this talk, Hannah Elwyn looks at Jesus’ resurrection and considers...

The Way: Struggle - Genesis 32

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Sometimes the spiritual journey is hard going: it’s tiring, painful and feels like a struggle. In this talk, Hannah draws lessons from the story of Jacob’s wrestling with the angel, and considers how we can persevere and receive blessing from...

Joseph: Fragile Dreams that changed the world: Learning to be Forgiven - Genesis 50

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As the story of Joseph comes towards its end, the family is reunited and living in Egypt. But despite Joseph’s offer of forgiveness to his brothers, they seem reluctant or unable to process it. They continue to live in fear...

Philippians: Finding joy in all of life: Philippians 4:2-9 -

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As his letter draws towards its close, Paul gives some practical advice to the church at Philippi, to help them learn to resist anxiety and trust in God.

The Art of Neighbouring: Who is my Neighbour? - Luke 10:29–37

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Having established that we are meant to love God and love our Neighbour, Jesus gets asked the inevitable question: “who is my neighbour?” In busy, twenty-first century London, we might ask the same question. Jesus responds by telling a story that challenges...

Stand Alone Talks: My Grace is Sufficient -

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As 2013 draws to a close, Hannah Elwyn reflects on the nature of weakness and considers how God’s grace provides the strength we need to navigate difficult times.

Refugee Support Network

Hannah Elwyn |

London is home to thousands of refugees who have fled conflict zones in Iraq, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Iran and Zimbabwe. Many have suffered horrific exploitation and once in the UK they face months of uncertainty as their cases are investigated. In...

Core Habits: Goodness and Faithfulness -

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Goodness and faithfulness are both virtues that are much needed in our world. How can we learn to be people who do the right thing, are dependable, and are true to our word? In the penultimate week of this series,...

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