Ian looks at Romans 4 and our justification by faith, not by works.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 18th March, 2018.
Part of the Romans: The Gospel of God series
God's unconditional love
Olly Taylor speaks on God's unconditional love, preceded by Jonny Lawrence sharing his testimony.
Olly and Jonny are members of the youth at Emmanuel Church Durham.
From the Family Service at Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 11th March, 2018.
Gospel partnership
Fusi Mokoena, leader of City Hill Church, Dubai, speaks on 'Gospel partnership', based on Philippians 1.
From Emmanuel Church's International Sunday, a joint service of our Durham and Chester-le-Street congregations, on Sunday 4th March, 2018.
The 'normal' of Spirit-filled life
Ray Lowe speaks on Acts 8, emphasising that the miraculous things we read about should be the norm in Spirit-filled life and a Spirit-filled church.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 24th February, 2018.
Ray has been a spiritual father to our church for many years. He now assists Steve Oliver in leading the Regions Beyond family of churches, of which we are part. For more, click here.
The Return of the King
Bekah Oliver speaks on 'The Return of the King' - the entry of Jesus into Paul's Letter to the Romans, in Chapter 3.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 18th February, 2018.
Part of the Romans: The Gospel of God series.
Grace and Works
John Parkers explores the second half of Chapter 1 of Paul's Letter to the Romans, including grace and good works, and the context of the Old Testament Law.
Part of the Romans: The Gospel of God series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 11th February, 2018.
Romans: The Gospel of God
Ali Scott speaks on The Gospel of God, particularly the righteousness of God, and how we're not to be fearful of it, but rejoice in it.
Starting the Romans: The Gospel of God series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 4th February, 2018.
During his talk, Ali references a talk he gave in November 2014. You can listen to that here.
Emmanuel Communities Sunday
Emmanuel Communities Sunday, on Sunday 28th January, 2018, was a celebration of our Communities, established and new.
Alan Bell introduces testimonies, and speaks about the vision for Emmanuel Communities.
See also videos from Dan and Rachel Baker speaking about the value of being part of an Emmanuel Community and showcasing the life and activities of our Emmanuel Communities, here.
For more information on our Emmanuel Communities, click here.
Children of God
Alan Bell speaks on the Christian's intimate relationship with God, from the Garden of Eden, through Moses and David, to today, with Jesus.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 21st January, 2018.
Regions Beyond values
Ali Scott speaks on the values of Regions Beyond, the global family of churches of which Emmanuel is part.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 14th January, 2018.
Land to the East
Alan Bell launches a new ministry focus for Emmanuel, to communities to the east of Durham City.
Based on the story of Simeon meeting the baby Jesus from Luke 2, and Ezekiel declaring life to dry bones in Ezekiel 37.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 7th January, 2018.
This talk includes a section from David Lawrence on his work in South Africa, and a prophetic prayer to close from Taiwo Adewumi.
Who or what are you trusting in?
Ali Scott explores the idea of New Year's Resolutions, and asks: who or what are you trusting in, as you enter 2018?
From Emmanuel Church on Sunday 31st December, 2017.
The Holy Spirit brings us gifts, for mission
Keith Mallard speaks on how the Holy Spirit brings us gifts, which are for mission - based on 1 Corithians 12 and Romans 12.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 10th December, 2017.
God's faithfulness
Alan Bell speaks on God's faithfulness, sharing stories from his personal journey, Emmanuel's history, The Hub conference in Dubai and more.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 26th November, 2017.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
The Holy Spirit
Andrew Dowsett takes an overview of the work of the Holy Spirit in the Gospels.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 19th November, 2017.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
The Inheritance the Spirit guarantees us
Alan Bell speaks on The Inheritance the Spirit guarantees for us, based on Genesis 3.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 12th November, 2017.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
The Spirit brings us into sonship of God
Ali Scott speaks on how the Holy Spirit brings us into sonship of God, based on Romans 8:14-17.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 5th November, 2017.
The Holy Spirit helps us pray
Taiwo Adewumi speaks on how the Holy Spirit helps us to pray, based on Romans 8:26-27.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 29th October, 2017.
The Holy Spirit allows us to live a holy life
Ian Portwine speaks on how the Holy Spirit allows us to live a holy life - based on Galatians 5 and Romans 8.
Part of the Walking in the Spirit series.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 22nd October, 2017.
Ian used this video, from the Naked Truth Project:
Ian also referenced the following resources, which may be helpful:
The Naked Truth: Thenakedtruthproject.com
Fight the New Drug: Fightthenewdrug.org
Care: Care.org.uk
Pressing on in the Spirit
Alan Bells speaks on Galatians 4 - the grace by which we are saved, and the gifts of the Spirit that are available to believers.
From Emmanuel Church Durham on Sunday 15th October, 2017.