This week on Live Lunch, Matt Carvel, George Benson and Rachel Jeffs discuss how and why God tests us. How do we know when we are being tested? How does God shape us through trials? Are we to be joyful during trials?

In this talk, Matt Carvel explains that this testing was done by Joseph to see if his brothers had truly changed and were remorseful for their past actions. He draws connections to the Bible's instances of testing and trials, explaining that these are used by God to reveal and shape one's heart. Going through difficult times can be confusing and make us question why God allows it, but we must keep seeing the big picture and having faith in God's plan.

A story of Grace. The brothers return, burdened with guilt. They return with double the money, hoping to pay back the debt they owe. They are invited into the palace, trembling at the prospect of judgement and retribution. They receive a feast. Their seats had their names on and they were amazed at the lavish banquet laid out for them.

This week on Live Lunch George Benson, Christine Liddiard, and Rachel Jeffs discuss why and how churches give money. Check out last Sunday's preach here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMxeS6wGjko&t=0s

Across the month of June, together with churches in Amsterdam, Berlin, London and Ottawa, we will be giving towards continuing to help establish churches in key cities. We are committed to helping people find their way back to God, and starting new churches is something that we feel God has called us to.

This week on live lunch Matt Davis, Matt Carvel & Rachel Jeffs talk about themes such as forgiveness and reconciliation.

Watch last week's preach here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8zdFg-NNqM&t=457s

From the story of Joseph's relationship with his brothers, Matt Carvel looks at the common experience of family members who do not speak to each other due to a relationship breakdown.

Buried // 7 Joseph Rises to Power - Stephen Dawson // Genesis 41:37-57 by We Are Emmanuel

This week on live lunch George Benson, Tim Jones & Rachel Jeffs talk about last weeks preach, discussing themes such as faith, trust, and personal relationship with God.

Last Sunday's Preach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU9Lm-LAzT0&t=6s

In this talk, Stephen Dawson looks at how God intervenes in history and uses Joseph's situation to bring about a greater purpose beyond what anyone could have imagined. This is a reminder that God is in control, and His timing is perfect. We may not always understand why we're going through certain things, but we can trust that God has a plan and purpose.