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Christians frequently speak and sing about being set free from fear but can Jesus really do this and if so what does that even look like? A very important subject for those who are not yet believers but struggle with fear and want to know what kind of difference trusting in Jesus would make to their lives as well as for those who are disciples but still struggle in this area significantly.

Ecclesiastes - a favourite for some, one to avoid for others. Why does Solomon say everything is meaningless and what is all this ‘under the sun’ business, and are they linked??

Here is a sampling of some of my favourite proverbs from the first three chapters. It lays a foundation and sets a course for life.

As we delve into Proverbs we may be surprised to find that there are lots of things we are urged to avoid…

A very unique book in the Bible: why is a book that’s focussed on passionate sexual attraction, not just in the Bible, but part of the wisdom literature?!

The final chapters of Job are some of the most glorious in the whole Bible. See what happens when Job encounters God!

“Job’s comforters” has become a pejorative term denoting poor friendship. Let’s explore what his friends did that was wise and where they stepped into folly…

Job’s response to his affliction is remarkable, humbling and inspiring, revealing depths of truly profound wisdom.

Here we explore the backdrop of the story of Job in order to lay a foundation of wisdom.

Knowledge abounds at the click of a button but wisdom it seems is in short supply. What is wisdom? Listen for a short intro to whet your appetite for this new Liston and Speak series.

People don’t often associate spiritual gifts with admin! This episode makes clear what the gift of administration actually is and how it is so key for the fulfilment of the divine plan.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion policy arouses strong feeling and often features in political debates. Here I explore some of the philosophical elements behind the policy and consider these in light of Biblical truth.

Paul the apostle tells the church in Corinth to especially seek the gift of prophecy. Let’s explore what it is and why it’s such a great gift.

The gift of tongues is one of those divisive gifts that polarise people. I think some believers are very dismissive of this gift but it really is so precious.

In this episode we explore two things: Firstly how good theology is NOT the goal of the Christian faith but an aid to it and secondly how Spirit baptism is different to conversion.