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Life Vineyard Church
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A multi-site Vineyard church in the North East of England, pursuing the way of Jesus for the renewal of all things
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David Bass: Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness
Yesterday00:41:05Tap to summarizeThe Beatitudes | Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness What are you truly hungry for? In this message, we explore Jesus’ powerful words from the Sermon on the Mount: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” (Matthew 5:6). Jesus doesn’t bless those who believe they have it all together, but those who deeply long for more of God — more of His presence, His Kingdom, His ways, and His righteousness. As Augustine famously wrote, “The whole life of a good Christian is a holy longing.” Through Scripture and reflection, we discover that spiritual hunger is not a weakness but an invitation. God fills those who come to Him desperate, open, and aware of their need. As D. L. Moody said, “God never fills those who are already full of themselves.” This message reminds us that righteousness is not something we achieve through striving, but something we pursue with longing and receive through relationship with Jesus. And the promise remains: those who hunger and thirst for Him will be filled. 📖 Key Scripture: Matthew 5:1–12 ✨ Key Themes: Spiritual hunger | Desire for God | Kingdom living | Being filled by God Whether you feel spiritually dry, deeply hungry for more of God, or simply longing to grow, this message is an invitation to come with open hands and an open heart. #Beatitudes #HungerAndThirst #Righteousness #SermonOnTheMount #KingdomLiving #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →Adam Gilbert: Blessed Are The Meek
1w ago00:25:58Tap to summarizeThe Beatitudes | Blessed Are the Meek – Strength Under Control What does it really mean to be meek? In a world that often celebrates self-promotion, power, and proving yourself, Jesus says: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” (Matthew 5:5). In this message, we explore how biblical meekness is not weakness or passivity, but strength under control — knowing your worth and value in God without needing to constantly prove it to others. Drawing from the lives of Moses, David, James, and ultimately Jesus Himself, we see that meek people: • Give their cause to God instead of defending themselves endlessly • Wait on the Lord rather than forcing outcomes • Are slow to speak, quick to listen, and slow to anger At the centre of the message is the example of Christ — the King who wore a crown of thorns, remained silent before His accusers, and knew exactly who He was without needing to prove it. We also reflect on the deeper issues that hinder meekness: pride, inadequacy, fear of rejection, and the need for validation. Through the Gospel, we’re invited to discover a different way of living — rooted in identity, gratitude, and the secure love of God. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 5:1–12; Numbers 12; Psalm 37:9–11; James 1:19–21; Isaiah 53 Whether you struggle with insecurity, self-protection, pride, or simply feeling the need to “prove yourself,” this message points us back to the freedom of knowing whose we are. #Beatitudes #BlessedAreTheMeek #StrengthUnderControl #SermonOnTheMount #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →Adjoa Kyei-Sarpong: Blessed Are Those Who Mourn (The Beatitudes)
2w ago00:38:58Tap to summarizeWhat if your grief isn’t something to hide — but a place where God meets you most deeply? The Beatitudes | Blessed Are Those Who Mourn (Matthew 5:4) What does Jesus mean when He says, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted”? In this message, we explore one of the most profound and countercultural teachings from the Sermon on the Mount — discovering how mourning and blessing can coexist in the Kingdom of God. The Greek word pentheo points to deep, honest grief — not just over personal loss, but over sin, brokenness, and the state of the world. Jesus invites us not to hide our sorrow, but to bring it fully to God. Through Scripture, we see that: • We don’t have to hide our mourning — God welcomes our honesty (Psalm 62:8) • We are blessed in our mourning — it awakens us to what is broken and draws us closer to God • We will be comforted — by the Father of compassion and through the presence of the Holy Spirit Looking at the life of Jesus — the “Man of sorrows” (Isaiah 53:3) — we are reminded that He understands our pain and meets us in it. And through the promise of eternity, we hold on to the hope that one day, “He will wipe every tear from their eyes” (Revelation 21:4). If you’re walking through grief, loss, or a season of deep struggle, this message is an invitation to bring your whole heart to God and experience His nearness and comfort. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 5:4; Psalm 62:8; Psalm 34:18; 2 Corinthians 1:3–4; Revelation 21:3–4 #Beatitudes #BlessedAreThoseWhoMourn #TheRightWayUpKingdom #SermonOnTheMount #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →David Bass: The Right Way Up Kingdom (The Beatitudes Series)
Apr 1400:28:16Tap to summarizeThe Beatitudes | The Right Way Up Kingdom What does it really mean to live a blessed life? In this message, we explore Jesus’ teaching in the Beatitudes and discover how His Kingdom turns our expectations upside down. In a world that celebrates power, success, and self-promotion, Jesus calls us to a radically different way of living — one marked by humility, mercy, purity, and a hunger for righteousness. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer puts it, the Beatitudes are a “deliberate reversal of human values.” Through Matthew 5:1–12, we see that true blessing isn’t found in status or achievement, but in a life shaped by the heart of God. This is the way Jesus lived — and the way He invites us to live today. This message challenges us to rethink what it means to follow Jesus and to embrace the values of His Kingdom, even when they go against the grain of the culture around us. 📖 Key Scripture: Matthew 5:1–12 #Beatitudes #TheRightWayUpKingdom #SermonOnTheMount #KingdomLiving #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →Kerry Bell-Saunders: Palm Sunday
Mar 3100:27:22Tap to summarizePalm Sunday | The King Who Came in Humility (Matthew 21:1–11) On Palm Sunday, we remember the moment Jesus entered Jerusalem — not as a conquering king on a war horse, but as a humble King riding on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy and revealing the true nature of His Kingdom. As the crowds shouted “Hosanna!”, many expected immediate deliverance. Yet Jesus came to bring something deeper — salvation not just from circumstances, but from sin itself. We also consider the call of discipleship from Mark 8:34–37 — to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Jesus. Palm Sunday isn’t just about celebration; it’s an invitation to surrender, trust, and truly follow the King. As we journey toward Easter, this message helps us prepare our hearts to understand who Jesus really is — and what it means to follow Him. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 21:1–11; Mark 8:34–37 #PalmSunday #Hosanna #JesusTheKing #EasterJourney #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →Nicola Bass - Looking Forward (Vision '26)
Mar 2400:38:08Tap to summarizeVision 2026 | Looking Forward – Growth, Capacity & Multiplication As we look ahead to the future, this message unpacks the vision God is leading us into as a church. Building on all that He has already done, we step forward with faith into a season of growth, increased capacity, and multiplication. At the heart of our vision remains our mission: to introduce people to Jesus and equip them to know, love, and imitate Him, as part of a vibrant, Spirit-filled community bringing hope and life to the North East. We explore three key themes: 🌱 Growth – trusting God to bring increase as we faithfully sow and serve (1 Corinthians 3:6) 🏗️ Capacity – strengthening structures, leadership, and resources so we can sustain what God is doing (Exodus 18) 🔁 Multiplication – raising and releasing people so the Gospel spreads and lives are transformed (Acts 6) This message is both a celebration of God’s faithfulness and a call to step into what’s next — to play our part in seeing more people explore, connect, belong, bring life, and grow. 📖 Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 3:6; Exodus 18; Acts 6 Whether you’re part of the church or exploring faith, this is an invitation to be part of the journey ahead. #Vision2026 #LookingForward #Growth #Multiplication #BringLife
Transcribe →David Bass: Looking Back (Vision '26)
Mar 1700:43:07Tap to summarizeVision ’26 | Looking Back – Celebrating God’s Faithfulness & Our Mission In this message, we take time to look back and reflect on all that God has been doing in and through Life Vineyard Church. As we step into a new season, we’re reminded of who we are, why we exist, and the mission God has called us to. Our heart remains the same: to introduce people to Jesus and equip them to know, love, and imitate Him, as part of a vibrant, Spirit-filled community bringing hope and life to the North East. We revisit the pathway that shapes our journey together: Explore → Connect → Belong → Bring Life → Grow From welcoming newcomers and building authentic community, to raising disciples and releasing people to make an impact, this message celebrates the story God is writing among us — and invites each of us to take our next step. Rooted in the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and empowered by the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8), we are called to be a people who live out our faith with purpose, love, and boldness. Whether you’re new to church or have been part of the journey for years, this message is an invitation to be part of what God is doing — right here, right now. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 3:6; 1 John 4:7; Ephesians 2:10 #Vision26 #LifeVineyardChurch #ExploreConnectBelong #BringLife #Grow #ChristianCommunity
Transcribe →Geoff Dawson: Steadfast (Unshakeable Series)
Mar 1000:38:03Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to remain steadfast when life becomes difficult? In this message, we explore the biblical call to resilience and perseverance — a faith that holds on to God even in seasons of suffering, loss, and uncertainty. Looking at powerful examples from Scripture, we see the courage of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who declared their trust in God even in the face of the blazing furnace: “But even if He does not…” (Daniel 3:17–18). We also reflect on the faith of Habakkuk, who chose to rejoice in God even when everything around him seemed to be failing. Through passages like James 1:2–4 and Galatians 6:9, we’re reminded that trials are not meaningless. God often uses hardship to shape our character, deepen our faith, and produce perseverance and maturity in our lives. This message invites us to trust God through every season, remembering that perseverance leads to growth, and that even in the darkest moments we are never alone. 📖 Key Scriptures: Daniel 3:17–18; Habakkuk 3:17–18; James 1:2–4; Galatians 6:9 If you’re walking through a difficult season, this message will encourage you to remain steadfast, keep trusting God, and believe that He is at work even in the midst of the trial. #Unshakeable #Steadfast #FaithInTrials #Perseverance #ChristianFaith #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →Adjoa Kyei-Sarpong: Wisdom (Unshakeable Series)
Mar 300:34:53Tap to summarizeUnshakable | Wisdom – Navigating Life from God’s Perspective What does true wisdom look like? Is it simply knowledge and experience — or something deeper? In this message, we explore how godly wisdom is the ability to see and respond to life from God’s perspective. Looking at Daniel 2, we see wisdom in action. When faced with crisis, Daniel responded with calmness and tact, sought understanding before reacting, gathered trusted friends to pray, and ultimately gave glory to God when the answer came. We discover four marks of unshakable, godly wisdom: 1️⃣ Proactive without being reactive – responding in faith, not fear. 2️⃣ Not going it alone – seeking wise, godly companionship. 3️⃣ Seeking counsel from God first – prioritising prayer over panic. 4️⃣ Demonstrating gratitude – giving thanks and honour to God. Through passages like Proverbs 3:5–6, Philippians 4:6–7, James 1:5, and 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, we’re reminded that wisdom isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting the God who does. If you’re navigating uncertainty, decision-making, or pressure, this message invites you to ask God for wisdom — and to walk in it with courage, humility, and gratitude. 📖 Key Scriptures: Daniel 2:14–23; Proverbs 3:5–6; Philippians 4:6–7; James 1:5 #Unshakable #Wisdom #Daniel2 #ChristianLiving #TrustInGod #LifeVineyardChurch
Transcribe →David Bass: Witness (Unshakeable Series)
Feb 2400:34:41Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to be an unshakable witness in a world that doesn’t share your faith? In this message, we explore the biblical meaning of “witness” — from the Old Testament word ‘Ed’ to the New Testament ‘martus’ — a word that also gives us “martyr.” A witness is someone whose life and testimony point clearly to God, even under pressure. Looking at Daniel 3, we see Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stand before the blazing furnace with bold faith: “The God we serve is able to deliver us… But even if He does not…” Their confidence was not in outcomes, but in God Himself. We also reflect on Daniel 6, where Daniel’s integrity was so consistent that his enemies could find no fault in him. His life was above reproach — both in the eyes of the world and before God. This message challenges us to: • Live with visible integrity • Stand firm in faith when pressured • Be ready to give a reason for the hope we have (1 Peter 3:15) • Trust God whether He delivers us from difficulty — or sustains us through it An unshakable witness is not loud for the sake of it, but faithful, courageous, and rooted in hope. 📖 Key Scriptures: Daniel 3:16–18; Daniel 6:4–5; 1 Peter 3:15 #Unshakable #Witness #Daniel #FaithUnderPressure #LifeVineyardChurch
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