John continues the story of Joseph, focusing on Joseph's intentional acts of kindness and testing toward his brothers, culminating in his self-revelation and the subsequent reconciliation, highlighting that forgiveness is a choice, not an emotion, and that Joseph redeems the past without forgetting it.

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John concludes our series on Joseph, highlighting God's ability to use the evil planned against Joseph for good and encourages a shift in our perspective on our own life detours and hardships through the lens of God's greater plan. John stresses that this faith does not eliminate fear or negate the reality of evil, but rather means that nothing is wasted as God weaves every moment into a redemptive story.

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Tom points out the unhelpful nature of some Christian language, reminding us that following God means getting on with the day-to-day, and showing we need to reject unhelpful past narratives.

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Phil looks at Joseph's rise in front of Pharaoh, reflecting on Joseph's formation, Pharaoh recognising God working within Joseph and the choice we all have.

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Alistair Taylor speaks into Romans 12 and how we can endure trouble by rejoicing in hope, be patient in affliction and constant in prayer.

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John continues the story of Joseph, highlighting how God uses seasons of waiting to test trust and form faith. John outlines three key postures for believers during times of confinement or delay: seeking a healthy heart by processing pain instead of projecting it, keeping open hands by faithfully serving others, and developing steady feet anchored in God’s faithfulness.

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John continues the story of Joseph, reminding us God's presence makes ordinary work extraordinary, that integrity matters even when nobody is watching, and that faithfulness doesn't always feel fair or lead to immediate reward.

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Sarah frames prayer not as a difficult "seek and find" treasure hunt for an elusive God, but as walking with a relational and responsive God who is always present.

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John introduces our Week of Prayer in Autumn of 2025. He explores three invitations: to reorder priorities by inviting God into daily concerns, to rest in one's identity as a beloved child of God rather than striving for worth, and to place trust in God's care for today and tomorrow.

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