As we bring the series to a close, we reflect on Jacob’s life and realise that he hasn’t really changed that much! Despite all the encounters with God, he is not as mature or trusting in God as he perhaps should be. But his unexpected reconciliation with Esau shows that it is God’s faithfulness and grace that underpins his life and causes it to be ‘successful’, not his own efforts.

In one of the strangest passages in the whole bible, we see God seek to do business with his son, Jacob. He ambushes him, seeking to teach him to pray. The result? Jacob is a changed man and would never walk the same again.

In the final episode of season 12 of Livelunch we are joined with Yohaan Philip, Matt Carvel and Jess Debenham, discussing our latest sermon ‘Training For Faith’ from our current teaching series ‘The ‘Promise Endures’.

Resources mentioned:

Listen to last Sunday's sermon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs4NbJLtf0Q

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Presave Infrastructure:

https://linktr.ee/Jess_Debenham

Rejoice and Tremble:

https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/understanding-the-faith/general-theological-issues/rejoice-and-tremble/?site_id=162595&adtype=pla&device=c&product_id=5266270&gclid=CjwKCAjwrNmWBhA4EiwAHbjEQALV8cvIcDrSdpB67CUsizKQId7qN85-QnWWBX9XhrVR3aWj84-vaRoC1WcQAvD_BwE

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The sermon is about God’s goal of making us more confident in his faithfulness and favour. He wants for us to grow in real trust. Jacob was a slow learner. Most of us are. We need to keep beholding the Lord Jesus in his faithfulness. This is how we grow.

Is mental illness caused by the demonic? What is the difference between the accusation of the Devil and the conviction of the Holy Spirit?

In season 12 episode 11 of Livelunch we are joined with Yohaan Philip, Matt Carvel and Sophie Cox, discussing our latest sermon ‘The ‘Our True Home. Our True Enemy.’ from our current teaching series ‘The ‘Promise Endures’.

Resources mentioned:

Listen to last Sunday's sermon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7H65MGz9mCY

This story speaks to our emancipation from the dominion of sin and condemnation.

What does it practically look like to take responsibility in your life? What do you do when you feel like you have a lack in an area of responsibility?

In season 12 episode 10 of Livelunch we are joined with Yohaan Philip, Matt Carvel and Christine Liddiard, discussing our latest sermon ‘The ‘What Am I Doing?’ Moment’ from our current teaching series ‘The ‘Promise Endures’.

Resources mentioned:

Listen to last Sunday's sermon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7t4tdwOuBGk

We’ve reached the point in the story where Jacob finally starts to take responsibility for his life. He tussles with Laban but he is trying to get home and properly provide for his family. In the midst of this, he also begins to more and more recognise God’s hand on his life.

Does God condone polyamorous relationships? Is marriage a good thing? Why do we believe that abortion is wrong?

In season 12 episode 9 of Livelunch we are joined with Yohaan Philip, Matt Carvel, Purity Omolo and Stephen Dawson, discussing our latest sermon ‘The Pursuit of Happiness’ from our current teaching series ‘The ‘Promise Endures’.

Resources mentioned:

Listen to last Sunday's sermon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5s1qTsvFrs

This story contrasts the placing of one's happiness in love and family versus placing it in the Giver of true happiness.