Proximity Church Podcast

Phil and Eddie explore Israel’s dramatic entrance into the Promised Land, her growing sense of compromise with the other nations, Israel’s transition to a recognised monarchy which rose to prominence under the leadership of David, and her subsequent tragic demise through idolatry, indulgence and pride.

This series is inspired by The God Story by Adam Cox and Alain Emerson.

Bible Reading Plan: https://www.proximitychurch.co.uk/the-god-story

Buy The God Story book: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/the-god-story/

Ymkje and Christie explore how Yahweh identified with the Hebrew slaves, delivering them from the Egyptian Empire and forming them into His own special family, to discover how God desired to dwell among and journey with them into a glorious inheritance; to be inspired by Moses, the Israelites great leader whose encounters with God reveal the essence of The God Story plot.

This series is inspired by The God Story by Adam Cox and Alain Emerson.

Bible Reading Plan: https://www.proximitychurch.co.uk/the-god-story

Buy The God Story book: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/the-god-story/

Sally Harman and Emma Riddle explore the story of Abraham, God’s call upon his life to steward the blessing of God to all nations, the covenantal way God bound Himself to his partner and what Abraham came to realise through the process of contending for the promise.

This series is inspired by The God Story by Adam Cox and Alain Emerson.

Bible Reading Plan: https://www.proximitychurch.co.uk/the-god-story

Buy The God Story book: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/the-god-story/

This time, we delve into the story of Mary in the Gospel of Luke, exploring the profound invitation she received from the angel Gabriel. Our speaker shares a personal anecdote about the innocence and joy of childhood, drawing parallels to the divine invitation Mary received—a call not to childish play, but to become the mother of Jesus.

We examine the societal expectations of Mary’s time and the extraordinary calling she embraced, despite the potential for rejection and shame. Through the lens of Mary’s story, we discuss themes of worthiness, divine favour, and the transformative power of God’s gaze—a gaze that sees beyond our failures and insecurities.

We are also reminded of the shepherds and wise men, unlikely witnesses to the birth of Christ, and how their encounters with Jesus led to worship and proclamation. As we reflect on these narratives, we are invited to consider our own response to God's gaze upon us, a gaze that calls us worthy and beloved.

This episode encourages us to embrace the joy and worship that comes from being seen by God, and to live lives of faithful obedience, inspired by Mary’s courage and devotion. Join us as we prepare our hearts for the Christmas season, recognising the holiness and intimacy of God’s presence in our lives.

Charl Harman and Jon Biddle explore the introduction of an enemy in the story, his tactics to destroy God’s creation and the tragic consequences of humankind’s disobedience.

This series is inspired by The God Story by Adam Cox and Alain Emerson.

Bible Reading Plan: https://www.proximitychurch.co.uk/the-god-story

Buy The God Story book: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/the-god-story/