Grace Church Exeter Podcast

The Test of Faith

Sunday 9th March – Mick Taylor preaches from Genesis chapter 22. Over 25 years, Abraham's faith matured through tests and obedience. This sermon encourages us to evaluate where our faith stands – rising, falling, or plateauing – and to consider where God is calling us, even with unanswered questions. Like Abraham, we can entrust all that we count as most precious in our life into God's care.

LOF Interview #10 Trade Industry - Phill Taylor

Phil Taylor, an electrician, found self-employment challenging but rewarding, relying on faith and prayer for guidance and success.

Faith Realised

Sunday 2nd March - Lydia Pavey preaches from Genesis 21. This sermon emphasises God's faithfulness in the birth of Isaac to Abraham and Sarah, despite their doubts. In response to God's faithfulness, people can be obedient, trustful, and thankful.

LOF Interview #9 The Arts - Emma Taylor

Emma Taylor shares her experiences of working in the Arts. Listen to this to find out what makes 'her soul sing'!

LOF Interview #8 Management Consultancy - Chris Collison

Chris Collison, a management consultant, assists organisations by untangling complex issues through listening, facilitating workshops, and sharing ideas. He shares how faith influences what he does and how he is able to use his knowledge to serve the church too.

Fear of Man and Fear of God

Sunday 23rd February – Huw Hadden preaches from Genesis 20. This sermon explores Abraham's repeated mistake of lying about his wife, Sarah, and extracts lessons about faith and personal growth in the face of fear inducing situations. The key points are to notice recurring patterns of weakness, take courage inspired by God's rescues, and accept God's offer of grace.

LOF Interview #7 Palliative Care - Rachel Wilmot

Rachel Wilmot shares how her faith influences, guides and strengthens her work as a palliative care nurse.

The Life of Faith and the Judgement of God

Sunday 16th February - Dan Roach preaches from Genesis 18:20-19:38. This sermon examines Abraham's faith and God's mercy amid Sodom's wickedness in Genesis 18-19. It highlights Lot's compromised faith and God's ultimate judgment, balanced with His compassion. Despite destruction, God remembers Abraham, extending mercy and rescuing Lot.

LOF Interview #6 Environmental Science - Tim Mitchell

Tim Mitchell, a climate scientist at the Met Office, discusses his work and how it aligns with his Christian faith. He sees his work as a way to care for God's creation and help the vulnerable. He also trains early career scientists.

Never Gonna Give You Up

Sunday 9th February - Huw Hadden preaches from Genesis 17. This sermon explores God's grace and faithfulness using the story of Abraham and Sarah. Despite their mistakes, God doesn't give up on them and reaffirms his covenant. This covenant is a reminder that God is always faithful, even when people are not. It emphasizes responding to God's grace with obedience and setting apart Christ as Lord in our hearts.