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Genesis 39.1-23. Despite being abused and sold by his jealous brothers into slavery, Joseph finds himself quickly elevated as the trusted manager of his new master's entire estate. But just as things are finally looking up, Joseph starts to be harassed with unwanted sexual advances and falls victim to false allegations before getting thrown in jail without trial. And yet four times in Genesis 39 it says, 'God was with Joseph'. How can someone so grievously wronged emerge as a giant of faith? 2 August 2026.

Genesis 37.1-36. The story of Joseph takes up about a quarter of the Book of Genesis and is one of the most beautiful stories in the Bible. Precocious dreamer Joseph is wronged time and time again, starting with when his jealous brothers sell him to human traffickers and fake his death. What do his experiences of unfair treatment teach us about our own faith journey? 26 July 2026.

Job 19.1-29. The main bulk of the Book of Job is an exchange between Job and three ‘friends.’ They philosophise and pile guilt on Job but never once pray with him. Job replies at every point affirming his innocence and turning to God in pain and bewilderment. It’s bleak reading. But in chapter 19 there’s an unexpected shaft of light where Job catches a glimpse of resurrection hope. 19 July 2026.

Job 2.1-13. When it doesn't rain, it pours. Having lost his livestock, his servants and his children in a single day in chapter one, Job's health goes in chapter two. Adding insult to injury, we are now introduced us to Job's wife who, instead of supporting him, all but washes her hands of him, and to three friends who are so shocked by his appearance that words fail them. How do we hold on to God when life goes from bad to worse and we have to deal with failing health? 12 July 2026.

Hey everyone, it's Brandon and Zoë from King's Church Darlington. Today we will be talking about Noah, the ark, and God's promise. Hope you enjoy it! We'd love to hear from you so email us at zoe@kingschurchdarlington.org

Job 1.1-22. Job is one of the oldest books in the world, and it explores one of the oldest questions; why do bad things happen to good people? We learn from the first chapter that one reason is that unseen and dark forces exist. But in all circumstances the Lord is worthy of praise, and at the heart of the mystery of suffering is the majesty of the cross. 5 July 2026.

Romans 12.3-8. How can a church with so many different sorts of people function well? Romans 12 teaches that it's all about having a true assessment of who we are, appreciating each others' gifts and using our own gifts with all our hearts for the enrichment of all. Please note: the musical section referred to in this talk is not reproduced here for copyright reasons. 28 June 2026.

Isaiah 40.25-28. Isaiah 40 is packed with life-impacting truth about who God is and what he is like. Our good friend, author and theologian, Andrew Bunt opens up a short section of the chapter for us to see and savour the unfathomable greatness of the Lord. 21 June 2026.

Revelation 2.1-7 Our Ephesians series began in Acts 19 with the story of how the church in Ephesus came about. Having then journeyed through the letter itself, our series ends in Revelation 2 where the ascended Lord Jesus speaks to the same church a generation or so later. Tragically, their ardent first love for Christ has cooled and it's now time to urgently return to the essentials. 7 June 2026.

1 Samuel 17.17-50. The clash between David and Goliath is one of the best-known stories in the Old Testament. But it is not just about courageously overcoming overwhelming odds; it teaches about obedience, spiritual warfare, knowing that God is with us and how he wants to use us just as we are. 31 May 2026.