And we go out as witnesses to the world, taking the Holy Spirit-empowered mission to take the gospel from Reading and Berkshire to the ends of the earth.

In this Easter message, Jessica Cave explores what it means to be rescued from death to life through the story of Lazarus in John 11, showing how Jesus’ power over physical death is a picture of the spiritual new life he offers to everyone. It is not about becoming a better version of yourself or earning God’s favour – it’s about being made completely alive in Christ.

Drawing on biblical foundations from Genesis 22 to Jesus’ conversation with the woman at the well in John 4, this message unpacks why true worship goes far beyond Sunday mornings, what it means to worship “in spirit and in truth,” and why God is after 100% of you – not just 10%.

Whether anxiety is something you face every day or you’re simply trying to support someone who does, this message will help you understand what anxiety really is — and what to do when it shows up.

And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.

They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favour of all the people. And the Lord added to their numberdaily those who were being saved.

Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves,and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming.

Vicki explores how Joseph held onto an eternal perspective despite going through difficult times and how true winning means surrendering to Jesus, who has already secured the final victory.

In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.

You can view the accompanying notes to this message on Keith’s blog.

Continuing our how to win series, Keith Jackson draws from 1 Peter 3:13-22, and challenges the modern idea of “winning” by showing that effective witnessing flows from honouring Christ as Lord in your heart, being ready to explain your hope with gentleness and respect, and living a consistent life that backs up your words.

You can view the accompanying notes to this message on Keith’s blog.