Talks From Marlow Meetings Jan'07 - Sep'08

Previous years' talks are also available: 2004-06

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SUBJECT	SPEAKER	DATE
Pressing Onwards to Maturity Helen speaks about about God's plans for us and our purpose in life.	Helen Davies	07 Sep 08
The grace of Jesus, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit Colin speaks from 2 Corinthians 13, illustrating his talk with stories from Nepal	Colin Barnes	27 Jul 08
Theory vs Reality Theory vs reality, knowledge vs practice: Christen talks about the church's need to speak from testimony as well as from the bible (and touches on a number of other topics). Apologies that a short section in the middle of this talk is missing.	Christen Forster	20 Jul 08
Reach out to God Geoff talks about four kinds of people: Hypocrites, Leaders, the Sick and Sinners. Do our instincts always reflect the right behaviour? (also from today - the >>Dedication of Sarah and Chloe Shepherd)<<	Geoff Wilson	13 Jul 08
Neighbourhood Groups - Watchmen Helen talks about the role of Neighbourhood Groups in being 'Watchmen' for their localities >>Associated slides<<	Helen Davies	06 Jul 08
Go get a vision for your life Do you know what God wants you to do with your life, in the medium and long term? Including Simon Tempest sharing about his and John's recent visit to the Yemen See also Middle East slideshow (River members only)	John Richards	29 Jun 08
Walking in love - the fruitful life Pete Hopkinson speaks about the next steps for the micro-finance project in Nepal and is prayed for Helen and Pete have recently returned from Nepal where they visited Colin and Sadie. In >>this video<< she talks about a number of Nepali Christians there who need our prayer support.	Helen Davies various Helen Davies	22 Jun 08
Catch the Wave Al exhorts us to jump onto the current wave of God moving in power	Al Bullen	15 Jun 08
Speaking encouragement to one another Judith challenges us to become encouragers to one another, and also brings some prophetic words John Richards speaks about his trip with Simon Tempest to Yemen later this week and is prayed for	Judith Forster various	08 Jun 08
Jesus - Humility and Hope Tim (a friend of Helen from Icthus) recounts how Jesus treated people in a counter-cultural way and challenges us follow His example.	Tim Boniface	25 May 08
Mozambique story Julian and Annie recount how God has brought them from being an 'ordinary couple' married 29 years ago to now being on the verge of a year working in Mozambique. >>Associated slides<< Julian also brings prophetic words for individuals and for the whole congregation. Also some >>fresh testimonies of healing<<	Julian and Annie Bullen	11 May 08
Without me you can do nothing Following on from Helen's talk last week Pete further develops the theme of training ourselves so that we grow in God. Also John Richards recounts his recent trip to YWAM in Albania, and more locally his involvement with the needy in Wycombe; and Katie describes what it was like to be in the revival meetings in Lakeland, FL this week. Then they are both prayed for >>Click HERE<<	Pete Davies John Richards Katie	04 May 08
Growing Stronger In God Helen encourages us to become fully-equipped free-range Christians, able to feed ourselves from the Word, and so keeping strong in all aspects of our lives.	Helen Davies	27 Apr 08
What is God doing amongst us? Andy gives a 'fatherly chat' about what God is doing amongst us, to encourage,challenge and therefore help us to live in better balance 'What does revival look like?' slide - click on it for full size version	Andy Read	13 Apr 08
Running to the Miracle Maker Judith challenges and encourages as she brings a message about pressing into the goodness of God.	Judith Forster	06 Apr 08
Walking in Faith as a child Vicky brings a clear and simple message of encouragement for us to walk in faith rather than fear, approaching God with a child-like trust.	Vicky Earll	30 Mar 08
Redemption Easter message: it's a done deal, you are a child of God!	Helen Davies	23 Mar 08
Abandoned? Tim challenges us about how free we allow ourselves to become in God's presence, and how we react to others who are not too proud to abandon themselves before Him	Tim Stone	16 Mar 08
Balancing the supernatural and the practical Speaking from 1 John, Chris explains how we need to keep a balance between experiencing the supernatural and having a practical approach in the way we show our love.	Christen Forster	09 Mar 08
You're a Royal! Dave describes how he has come to realise the significance of us being sons and daughters of the King, and how this can and should affect our everyday living. Also - CLICK HERE to hear the overview of the work of Nigel and Karen Rivers in Berlin at das Gnadenhaus, and HERE to view the associated slides	Dave Jones Dave's dad	24 Feb 08
Walking With Jesus Helen helps us understand better how Jesus could be at the same time both God and Man, and the implications of this. See also the accompanying slides	Helen Davies	17 Feb 08
Fresh Water Andy speaks about the need for us to unblock the wells of blessing that the enemy has filled, so that we can move on into God's open spaces See also the accompanying slides	Andy Read	10 Feb 08
Taking offence and Giving honour Stephen speaks to the Marlow congregation about the need to give honour; and not to take offence. And some great family news	Stephen Klemich	03 Feb 08
Remember remember Judith encourages us to remember the goodness of God shown through what he's done in the PAST, so that we can we stand in the PRESENT with hope for the FUTURE. And some great testimonies	Judith Forster various	27 Jan 08
The Body of Christ part 2 - Prodigals Helen brings some more thoughts about the Body following on from her talk at the congregation meeting earlier this month.	Helen Davies	20 Jan 08
Arise, Shine! Pete expands on the vision and aspirations he and Helen have for the Marlow congregation this year, speaking from Isaiah 59-62 Ministering Angels John and Gill describe how they have recently both (at separate times) experienced the work of angels ministering to them, to bring healing and peace. Amazing. (Also includes Beth Cook's testimony)	Pete Davies	13 Jan 08
The Walk of Faith On this first Sunday of the year Christen speaks about the living the life of faith. Also this Sunday: Anthea says a few words following her recent stepping down from the congregation leadership team Leadership of the Marlow congregation team is formally handed over from Andy Read to Pete & Helen Davies (includes prayer for all three of them).	Christen Forster	06 Jan 08
Nothing will ever be the same again Nothing was ever the same again for Mary, the Shepherds & Herod after Jesus came. How much will we allow Him to govern what we do in 2008?	Andy Read	23 Dec 07
Advent In this advent season Andy encourages us to look forward beyond Christmas. Just as a baby has to grow up so we need to let God work in us to develop our character and giftings to maturity. ALSO the dedication of Ashton Wilson, son of Max, and Geoff and Sheila's first grandchild.	Andy Read	16 Dec 07
Back to Extraordinary Basics Dave exhorts us to live all out for God, telling many exciting stories and sharing his dreams of God's kingdom breaking in and Marlow being outrageously impacted by it.	Dave Jones	09 Dec 07
Stepping Stones to the Future At this time of change for many of us (both individually and as a congregation) Andy outlines 6 steps to take us to what God has for us. the associated slides are HERE	Andy Read	25 Nov 07
Communication with each other Good communication within the church is essential. Pete speaks about various aspects of communication and some of the practical steps we can take to improve it Report from Base Weekend Away Inspiring report of last weekend's move of God. (Sorry about the poor sound quality of these recordings).	Pete Davies Dave Jones Jack Mowll Tay Southwood	18 Nov 07
Communication with God: a) the relevance for prayer of God being our Father and b) What God wants us to pray about	Helen Davies	11 Nov 07
Living with Loss Paul and Sarah talk about the journey they have been on for the last 6 years since their son Joshua died within just a few weeks of being diagnosed with a brain stem tumour. Slideshow & photos HERE Prayer for Deriazs Various people pray for the Deriazs following the talk	Paul and Sarah Deriaz	04 Nov 07
Hearing from God Di speaks from the bible and from her own experience about how God speaks to us, and how to put ourselves in a place where we can hear Him clearly	Di Chapman	28 Oct 07
Wake Up and Smell the Coffee! Vicky encourages us to get excited by the fact that the kingdom of God is very near!	Vicky Earll	14 Oct 07
An open Heaven over England Linda (from Bethel Church Redding CA) describes a dream given to a young person in Bethel last year which has significance for us in England now. Followed by ministry time.	Linda McIntosh	07 Oct 07
Dancing With The Trinity - Historically God has been thought of as 'Unchanging' - but Chris explains how this isn't at all accurate. He speaks about God's dynamic nature and how we can 'dance' with the Trinity. Praying Out Tom and Annette - We pray for Tom and Annette as they leave Marlow to take up leadership of the new Slough congregation. Two new initiatives for 5-11s in Marlow are announced by Joel.	Christen Forster Various Joel Rivers	30 Sep 07
Welcoming Joel Rivers and Hannah Bullen to the Marlow cong Welcoming Pete and Helen Davies to the Marlow cong How the finances work in River - how the money given to River is administered and on what basis budgets are set. Reg's dream	Paul Wratten Paul Wratten Ann Handford Reg Robey	23 Sep 07
Faith Speaking from Hebrews 11, Andy encourages us to ask the question "what haven't I seen yet?" For the associated slides click HERE. Also: Jonny Keys: Si Sworn asks Jonny a few questions about his past year in the States. About Alpha - Carol outlines the arrangements for Alpha this term. Apologies for the slight distortion on these recordings.	Andy Read Jonnie Keys Carol Greenslade	09 Sep 07
Prayer for the Barnes family prior to their imminent departure for Nepal Prayer for Roger Jameson and Jane van Renen, incl a word from Al about 'The Lion and the Lamb' Prayer for Kate ahead of her return to her work overseas About Hope 08, and our role in it in conjunction with the other Marlow Churches. The associated slide is HERE) NB All files are only accessible if you are logged in, except the last one	Various	02 Sep 07
Prayer for Stocks, Rosewarnes, Mick & Ceri: Nigel and Jean share about the next stage of their Welsh adventure, followed by prayer from the congregation CLICK HERE Prayer for Mick and Ceri before their wedding CLICK HERE Prayer for Grant & Julie Rosewarne and family on their last Sunday before returning to Oz CLICK HERE		12 Aug 07 and 19 Aug 07
Walking in the Spirit (Final part of fruit of the spirit series) News about some imminent comings and goings	Christen Forster Jane Davenport (& fiance Michael) Dave Jones Si Sworn	22 Jul 07
The Fruit of Patience	Jill Stonehill	15 Jul 07
The Fruit of Faithfulness In this the second of our series on the Fruit of the Spirit, Geoff speaks about Faithfulness. Associated slides	Geoff Wilson	08 Jul 07
The Fruit of The Spirit - intro Stacey contrasts a life led by the Spirit with one led by Law. Do you need more of his fruit in your life?	Stacey Cook	01 Jul 07
Keep Telling Those Stories! Di stresses the importance of passing on the stories of what God has done in the past, so that our heritage is not forgotten.	Di Chapman	24 Jun 07
Fathers' Day 07 Andy brings a Biblical perspective on 'What Should Fathers Do?' Accompanying slides 'Father of the Fatherless' song	Andy Read Chris Nelson	17 Jun 07
Confidence in the Church Chris explains why we should have confidence in the church that Jesus has built. (associated slides) Words for 2 people (requires login) Andy Read gives a short account of his and Lina's world tour and the effect it's had on them.	Christen Forster	10 Jun 07
Seeing your Dreams Become Reality Vicky encourages us to persevere in pursuing the dreams that God - the ultimate dreamer - has given to us.	Vicky Earll	20 May 07
Self Leadership From John 15 Judith looks at how Jesus stayed close to his Father, and what this means for how we should approach our own relationship with God.	Judith Forster	13 May 07
Releasing the Flow of God's Power Chris explains the absolute necessity of us growing into who we are supposed to be in the Lord - "The glory of the Lord has risen on you and the nations will come to your rising"	Chris Forster	06 May 07
Report back from India Trip Linda, and other members of the team who recently visited Delhi to see the work of Asha, report on what they did and saw. We hear from both children and adults. Lina and Andy's bit About Lina's business Communicate-Ed and the charitable causes she supports through it. Then Andy describes the 3 week world tour he and Lina are shortly to undertake Accompanying slideshow (pdf): Micro Enterprise Centenary Tour	Linda Southwood and team Lina Read Andy Read	29 Apr 07
What's In Your Hand? Accompanying Slides Paul explains the difference between calling and purpose, contrasting 'what we do' with 'what we dream of doing'. He then encourages us to gain a fresh passion for what we do, even in situations where that's not easy. Ministry time - individual files of words and prayer for: Bruce Chris Caz Karen John&Stacey Hazel Mary John Nigel&Jean Sid Paul Whole ministry time	Paul Milligan	22 Apr 07
Allowing God's Power To Flow Drawing on a variety of bible passages, Bruce speaks about the power of God; of the Authority that we have been given by Him; and of the power of our words	Bruce Sandeman	15 Apr 07
Easter Sunday message - And Now the Good News The Dedication of Kayleigh Grace Sandeman Colin announces that he, Sadie and family will be going to Nepal to live for 10 months from Sept 07, and that Carol Greenslade will be taking over Alpha responsibilities.	Andy Read Colin & Sadie Barnes	08 Apr 07
A Community that walks with God Unfortunately this morning's talk wasn't recorded. However Andy gave the same message a couple of weeks ago in Maidenhead. Andy shows us from Genesis to Revelation that God wants to be with us, He is with us and He always will be with us. To view the accompanying slides CLICK HERE	Andy Read	01 Apr 07
Mothering Sunday part 1 Anthea reads a poem for those for whom Mothering Sunday is a reminder of loss. Then Gill speaks about some of the hats she has worn in her life. Mothering Sunday part 2 Di speaks from Genesis about our common mother Eve and some of the lessons we can learn from her.	Anthea Wratten Gill Sandeman Di Chapman	18 Mar 07
God's Unconditional Love Tom recounts the suffering that Jesus went through so that we could become members of God's family, and the incredible love that God has for us.	Tom Curtis	11 Mar 07
Your God is BIG! Al encourages us with the message that our God is BIG - and he wants to talk to us.	Al Bullen	25 Feb 07
Experience God's Love Andrew encourages us to experience in our heart (as opposed to just understanding in our head) God's incredible love, in all its fullness. Praying for Kate We hear about Kate's plans / need for a jeep, and then Julian Bullen leads us in praying for her, ahead of her leaving the UK on Wednesday next.	Andrew Southwood various	18 Feb 07
Grace - God's Unconditional Love Colin enthuses about the grace of God. Let's ensure we don't get 'trapped LDW' by Satan - in Law, Debt and Works.	Colin Barnes	11 Feb 07
Spending time with God Kate talks about her work and some of the ways in which God has been preparing her to go back later this month Kevin Maul introduces himself before talking about the help needed at the next Big Gathering. View the slideshow HERE (requires Acrobat Reader) Commissioning Bruce Andy Read leads prayer for Bruce as he is commissioned to join the Marlow leadership team.	Kate Kevin Maul various	04 Feb 07
Get the Message: about Success Andy finishes off our current series by looking at success and barriers to achieving it. John Cook shares about his current situation as a "worship & theology" student and is prayed for.	Andy Read	28 Jan 07
"You picked the wrong puppy this time" A testimony of being healed from cancer - three times Praying for Ian and Roger About the Kairos course Before you listen please watch the Kairos video HERE	Mara Klemich (guest) Andrew Southwood	21 Jan 07
Get the Message: about Yourself Part 2 of our series from Gideon. Don't disqualify yourself: God wants to work in and through you.	Andy Read	14 Jan 07