One of the most notorious women in scripture, Bathsheba who has an adulterous affair with King David. But is what you know or think about her the whole story? Listen to her dramatic account in 'The women in Jesus' genealogy' . I invite you to encounter Christ in her story this advent, who is unafraid to enter into humanity's shame and scandal even in becoming a descendant of her Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-beautiful-thing.co.uk https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84544782 https://www.buyme ..read more

This is one of my favourite stories in the Advent series, 'The women in Jesus' genealogy' . Listen to the story of Ruth who shows immense loyalty to her mother in law Noami, leaving her land of Moab to journey back to Bethlehem, Judah, declaring; 'Your people will be my people and your God my God.' I invite you now thousand years ago after the first coming of Christ to listen to how Ruth's story speaks to you this Advent. Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-beautiful-thing.co.uk https://www.p ..read more

I hope that you enjoy second dramatic script in the Advent series 'The women in Jesus' genealogy'. We hear about the prostitute Rahab, who lived in Jericho one of the worst cities who refused God and was steeped in idolatry and sin. She hides the Israelite spies in her house before Israel took hold of Jericho, leading her to become accepted into the chosen people. I invite you now two thousand years after the first coming of Christ to listen to how Rahab's story speaks to you this Advent. Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thin ..read more

Listen to the first dramatic script in the Advent series, 'The women in Jesus' genealogy.' We hear about Tamar in Genesis, 38, an unlikely woman who Jesus chooses to include in His lineage. She becomes not just any mother, but in her motherhood, God raises her, a widow from a Canaanite background ( an enemy of Israel) to become a mother of a royal line that eventually leads to King David, then Jesus. I invite you now two thousand years after the first coming of Christ to listen to how Tamar's story speaks to you this Advent. Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthin ..read more

Welcome to my Advent Series! In this series as we prepare our hearts for Christ this Christmas, I want to take you on the biblical journey of the women in Jesus' family tree who played their part in salvation history. In this introduction episode, I narrate part of the genealogy of Jesus according to Matthew's gospel and point out the five women mentioned: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba and Mary. Allow God to speak to you through the reading of the gospel. Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-b ..read more

The final episode in 'The 12 Women of the gospel' series! It's a good one- don't miss it! In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Grace Parker, a Theology student who has a great love for her faith who shares her reflections on Mary, the Mother of God. She has been involved in leading youth ministry for several years and has a passion for bringing young people to Christ. She also is a songwriter and loves to use her gifts as a tool for evangelisation. I hope that as you listen to it will draw you closer to saying 'yes' to the Lord , as Mary did. I also share my hopes and vis ..read more

In today's episode, I interview Gemma Wildsmith, member of Sion Community who reflects on the story of the crippled woman and the hope of inner and physical healing. I hope that as you listen to Gemma's reflection on this woman in scripture, the Lord speaks into your heart about the restoration that He desires for you. Enjoy! Connect with me on : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-beautiful-thing.co.uk Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=84544782 ..read more

In today's episode, I interview artist Therese Withers who reflects on Mary of Bethany, her time at art school, her faith and career, and the purpose 'beauty' has in sharing the gospel. For more details on Therese's work check out: www.firstsaturday.co.uk Connect with me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-beautiful-thing.co.uk Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=84544782 ..read more

‘Woman you have great faith..and from that moment her daughter was well.’ ‘In today’s episode, in the series, ‘The Twelve women of the Gospel’, we hear the story of the gentile, the Canaanite woman. The dramatisation is based on Matthew’s Gospel Chapter 15: 21-28. I hope this offers you a fresh encounter with Christ and His Word as you listen to the biblical story. Connect with me on: abeautifulthingpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abeautifulthingpodcast Instagram: @a_beautiful_thing_podcast Website: https://www.a-beautiful-thing.co.uk Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=84544782 ..read more

In this week's episode, I interview Vicky Earll, who I have known since university. Vicky serves as a curate in the Church of England in York , and before her unexpected call to the C of E , she planted and led a Pioneer Church in Surrey for many years. Listen to her discuss her 'expectant' faith; her take on the scripture and the importance of Christian unity. Vicky enjoys hanging out with friends, drinking tea and visiting beautiful places. So put the kettle on, grab a cuppa and enjoy the interview today. Connect with me on: abeautifulthingpodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/abeautifu ..read more