Chapel Talks

<p>In this Oak Hill College chapel sermon, theologian and minister <strong>Justyn Terry</strong> opens Matthew 1 and shows how Jesus is introduced as the Son of Abraham, the Son of David, and ultimately the Son of God. Through genealogy, Scripture, and history, Terry reveals how Jesus fulfils covenant promises, brings blessing to the nations, and conquers every spiritual enemy.</p><p>This message encourages believers preparing for ministry and reminds us that God calls, equips, and works through ordinary people to bring His kingdom into the world.</p><p>Whether you are studying theology, preparing for preaching, or exploring the genealogy of Jesus, this sermon offers rich biblical insight and warm pastoral encouragement.</p><p>Justyn Terry is the Vice-Principal and Academic Dean at Wycliffe Hall. He previously served as Dean/President (Principal) of Trinity School for Ministry, Pittsburgh, USA, where he was also Professor of Systematic Theology. Before moving to the United States, Justyn was Curate of St John’s Hyde Park, and Vicar of St Helen’s, North Kensington. Prior to ordination, Justyn was a Physics teacher and then an International Marketing Manager in the Electronics Industry.</p><p>His academic interests are in the areas of the doctrine of atonement and of Anglican theology, especially as it applies to ministerial practice. </p><p>Justyn is married to Cathy, and they have two daughters. For relaxation, he plays jazz trumpet and trombone.</p><p>00:00 – <strong>Introducing the Genealogy of Jesus</strong></p><p>03:06 – <strong>Abraham: Obedient Faith &amp; Blessing to the Nations</strong></p><p>07:58 – <strong>David: Royal Line &amp; Defeating God’s Enemies</strong></p><p>12:39 – <strong>Jesus: Son of God &amp; Inauguration of the Kingdom</strong></p><p>16:48 – <strong>Conclusion &amp; Prayer</strong></p>

<p>In this powerful sermon on Haggai 1, Jonty Rhodes explores how busyness can mask spiritual drift, why God’s people in Haggai’s day stopped building the temple, and how God’s zeal for His people is the ultimate antidote to our apathy. </p><p>Jonty draws connections across Scripture — from the return from exile, to the Great Commission, to Christ as the true Temple — showing how God’s desire to dwell with His people fuels the mission of the church today. </p><p>Whether you're a pastor, student, ministry leader or Christian seeking renewal, this sermon will help you examine your priorities and rediscover zeal for the glory and pleasure of God. </p><p>Topics include: </p><p>Why busyness is not the opposite of apathy </p><p>Haggai’s call to rebuild and its relevance for the church </p><p>God’s zeal vs. our apathy </p><p>Christ as the true and better Temple </p><p>How to move from spiritual weariness to joyful mission </p><p>⛪ About the Speaker Jonty Rhodes is the minister of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="mention-chip ytcp-social-suggestion-input" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UClb0OpHlwX7rKfrQWN4vlyg"> @christchurchcentralleeds </a> Jonty is married to Georgina, and they have four girls and a boy. He trained for ministry at Oak Hill Theological College in London, and has served as Assistant Minister at St. Alkmund’s Church in Duffield, and Minister at Christ Church Derby. </p><p>00:00 – Opening Prayer </p><p>00:28 – The Missing Deadly Sin: Acedia </p><p>02:09 – The Desert Fathers and the Noonday Demon </p><p>03:13 – Context of Haggai 1 &amp; Israel’s Apathy </p><p>09:54 – Busy but Building the Wrong Thing </p><p>14:14 – God’s Zeal vs. Our Apathy </p><p>19:05 – Christ the True Temple </p><p>22:14 – From Apathy to Zeal: The Call of Haggai </p><p>23:12 – Closing Prayer </p><p>#JontyRhodes #OakHillCollege #Haggai #Acedia #NoondayDemon #ChristianSermon #SpiritualApathy #BibleTeaching #ReformedTheology #ChristianZeal #SermonClip #Haggai1</p>

<p>Communicating the Beauty of Christ to our Culture </p><p>A message from Rosie Woodbridge at Find Your Voice 2025. In this warm, hope-filled Christmas talk, Rosie helps us slow down, breathe, and rediscover the breathtaking beauty of Jesus — Emmanuel, God with us, and Jesus, the One who saves His people from their sins. Through the story of Joseph and Mary, the humility of the incarnation, and the ache of human longing, Rosie shows how the Christmas story speaks powerfully into our culture’s deepest desires for peace, joy, connection, safety, hope, and love. </p><p>Whether you’re preparing a Christmas talk, supporting others in ministry, or simply seeking encouragement, this message will help you: </p><p>✨ Re-awaken your wonder at the incarnation </p><p>✨ Understand how Jesus meets us in weakness and suffering </p><p>✨ Communicate Christ in a world longing for meaning </p><p>✨ Connect the Christmas story to the longings of your friends and community </p><p>✨ See why Emmanuel — God with us — is the hope our culture truly needs </p><p>Find Your Voice exists to equip women to communicate Jesus with clarity, confidence, and joy.</p><p> 📌 Key Themes </p><p>• Emmanuel — God with us </p><p>• Jesus — the One who saves </p><p>• The incarnation and vulnerability </p><p>• How the Christmas story answers cultural longings </p><p>• Communicating faith in a modern context </p><p>• Hope, suffering, weakness, and God’s presence </p><p>• The beauty of Christ in the manger and on the cross </p><p>🙏 Connect With Us </p><p>• Find Your Voice: Training &amp; resources to help you speak about Jesus </p><p>• Subscribe for more talks, workshops, and encouragement </p><p>• Share this talk with someone who needs hope this Christmas</p><p> ✂️ Chapter Timestamps </p><p>00:00 — Opening &amp; The Reel of Life </p><p>01:18 — Longings of Our Hearts &amp; Culture </p><p>03:59 — Reading the Christmas Story (Matthew 1) </p><p>04:38 — Joseph, Mary &amp; the Scandal of Christmas </p><p>06:41 — Two Names: Emmanuel &amp; Jesus </p><p>07:04 — Emmanuel: God With Us </p><p>13:38 — A God Who Understands Our Suffering </p><p>16:43 — Jesus: The One Who Saves 19:19 — Mary, the Manger &amp; the Cross </p><p>21:08 — Why Jesus Came: Love, Rescue &amp; Hope </p><p>22:14 — The Hope of Christ for Our World </p><p>23:28 — Closing Prayer </p><p>#FindYourVoice #RosieWoodbridge #BeautyOfChrist #ChristmasMessage #Emmanuel #JesusSaves #ChristianTeaching #ChristianWomen #GospelHope #Incarnation #ChristianTalk #HopeAtChristmas</p>

<p>How do women discover their true voice in a world full of comparison, pressure, and expectations? </p><p>In this inspiring talk from Find Your Voice 2025, author and speaker Sharon Dirckx explores what it means to speak with authenticity, confidence, and God-shaped identity. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and stories of women finding freedom to be themselves — including England rugby legend Emily Scarratt — </p><p>Sharon shares practical wisdom on: </p><p>🔹 Overcoming barriers like lack of confidence, uncertainty, emotional energy, and comparison </p><p>🔹 Understanding your unique voice — shaped by your background, story, skills, and passions </p><p>🔹 Following Jesus closely as the pathway to becoming more fully yourself </p><p>🔹 Speaking to the audiences you’re uniquely positioned to reach </p><p>🔹 Embracing your personal style — whether storytelling, reason, creativity, humour, or calm clarity </p><p>🔹 Persevering, practicing, learning from mistakes, and growing over time </p><p>Whether you're just beginning to communicate publicly or longing to grow in your calling, this talk encourages every woman to step into the voice God has given her. </p><p>📍 Delivered at Find Your Voice 2025. </p><p>00:00 – Introduction &amp; Emily Scarratt Story </p><p>02:11 – The Pressure to Fit a Mold </p><p>03:07 – Why Your Unique Voice Matters </p><p>06:04 – Jesus’ Call: “Come, Follow Me” </p><p>09:55 – What Shapes Your Voice (Content, Audience, Style) </p><p>12:47 – Learning Through Mistakes &amp; Trying Different Angles </p><p>15:13 – How Your Story &amp; Experience Shape Your Voice </p><p>20:26 – Communication Style &amp; Courage </p><p>23:56 – Closing Prayer</p>

<p>This Christmas season, Pete Snow challenges us to rethink what real wealth looks like. Using the powerful contrast between Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim, Pete calls Christian leaders—and the Church—to embrace contentment, flee from greed, and rediscover generosity that can truly change the world. A timeless message rooted in the Apostle Paul’s warning in 1 Timothy 6:6–10: the treasure that lasts isn’t in what we <em>own</em>—but in who <em>owns us</em>.</p><p>If God is your Father and the Gospel your treasure, you already carry the wealth you can never lose.</p><p>🎄 <strong>Big Idea:</strong> <em>Godliness + contentment = great gain. Greed + time = many griefs.</em> </p><p>📦 <strong>Challenge:</strong> <em>We end life with one box—so live for treasure with no limits.</em></p>