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In this episode, Tom chats with Hilary about one of the more perplexing passages in the Bible - 1 Timothy 2.8-15 - as a follow-up to Tom's recent sermon on this, which you can find here. For any questions or comments, please get in touch at pastors@widcombe.org

In this episode, Tom, Lexi and Clover chat about the latest sermon in the Being Human series - considering the topic of sexuality. If you would like to discuss anything that's been raised in this episode, please get in touch with pastors@widcombe.orgTo catch up on recent sermons you may have missed, subscribe to the WBC Sermon feed here.

In this episode, Tom, Lexi and Clover chat about the latest sermon in the Being Human series - considering the topic of gender. If you would like to discuss anything that's been raised in this episode, please get in touch with pastors@widcombe.orgTo catch up on recent sermons you may have missed, subscribe to the WBC Sermon feed here.

In this episode, Tom, Lexi and Clover get together to discuss the most recent sermon in the Being Human series - thinking about the sensitive topic of 'start of life' and abortion. If you would like to discuss anything that's raised in this episode, please get in touch with pastors@widcombe.orgTo catch up on recent sermons you may have missed, subscribe to the WBC Sermon feed here.

In this episode, Robert Hicks gives us an overview of chapter five of the book of Romans.

In this episode, Robert Hicks gives us an overview of chapters three and four of the book of Romans.

In this episode, Robert Hicks gives us an overview of chapters 1-3 of the book of Romans.

In this new mini series on the book of Romans, Robert Hicks introduces us to the apostle Paul.

In this episode, Robert Hicks shares the way in which Genesis 1 spoke into his heart, as a young boy.

Our final Advent Devotional is brought to us by Paul and Edrie, who, through thinking about Jesus' appearance to Thomas after his resurrection, contemplate the wonder of the incarnation.

Join Sheila and Trevor Dolby as they consider Luke 2:25-35, where Simeon meets Jesus, the baby, yet born as the messiah, the fulfilment of all God's promises. The one who would suffer and die to save his people.

Jasmine brings us this morning's devotional, thinking about the Magi from Matthew 2v1-12, and what they show us about how we should respond to God's incredible salvation plan.

Pete Foster takes us to the account of Jesus birth in Matthew 1:18-25 helping us see how this account of Jesus birth points to him being the most special gift from God, our rescuer and saviour.

On this morning's Advent devotion Jess Seager takes us to Luke 1: 39-45 . As we think about how even before Jesus was born his coming was celebrated by the unborn prophet, John the Baptist.

This morning Carlos and Mery Elvira bring our devotion focussing on the words of Jesus from John's Gospel where he is called our paraclete, our advocate.

Chris and Marjie Hutchison bring us this morning's Advent devotion from Philippians 2:9-11 helping us think upon Jesus the exalted Lord. The one who is in charge of all, far above all rulers and authorities of this earth and before whom every knee shall bow.

Ian and Jayne Lawes bring this morning's devotion from Philippians 2:5-8, as we reflect on Jesus the one who not only was born in humble circumstances, but was humiliated for the sake of his people.

This morning Annabelle Hicks brings our Advent Devotion, helping us think about Jesus as God's dearly loved son, who makes such a difference to our lives.

Today's Advent devotion is brought to us by Ross and Allayne Evans. They take us to John 11:33-44 and help us consider, Jesus, the one who knows our tears.

Robert Hicks brings this morning's Advent devotion from the first chapter of Matthew's Gospel looking at how Jesus is the descendant and fulfilment of the genealogy we find there.

Clare Spencer turns us to Hebrews 2:17-18 as we continue to focus our hearts on Jesus this Advent. Today we consider Jesus, our great high priest who understands and is interceeding.

This morning our devotional comes from Lesley and Iain Fender. They bring us to Hebrews 1:1-4 as we consider the wonderful description of Jesus we find there.

Andy, Lexi, Jacob and Reuben join us for this morning's Advent devotional, taking us to the mount of transfiguration where we see Jesus, the one who is mighty and glorious.

Anna brings this morning's devotion, considering Jesus the one who is gentle and lowly from Matthew 11:28-30, who calls needy people to Himself.

The Todman family bring us our devotional for this morning from Micah 5:2-4 where Jesus coming is predicted, not only that he would be born in Bethlehem, but that he would be the gracious ruler and shepherd of his people.

This morning Roger Henwood joins the podcast and helps us consider Jesus as the servant who suffered and was crushed for the sake of his people.

This morning Adam, Kitty, Elinor and Elizabeth Rose bring us our Advent Devotional from Isaiah 50:4-11 focusing our hearts on Jesus as he obediently sets his face to suffer to redeem his people.

Alan Young brings our Advent devotional this morning, focussing our hearts on Jesus the tender servant from Isaiah 42:1-4.If you would like to listen to the song Alan quotes please follow this link:https://open.spotify.com/track/1MeVKSV8I6z7AED787Uc39?si=JfAG5FL9RL6JA-zyqlJZxg

Susanna brings our Advent devotion for this morning helping us to consider the amazing titles ascribed to Jesus by the prophet Isaiah hundreds of years before Jesus came.

Matt Bater brings this morning's Advent devotion from the book of Isaiah, thinking on how Jesus is Immanuel God with us.

Tom Brewer bring us the third of our Advent devotional podcasts. Today we turn to John 1:14 focussing on Jesus, the only Son of the Father, full of grace and truth.

Geoff and Mary bring us the second of our Advent devotional podcasts. Today we turn to consider Jesus, the pre-existent one from Colossians 1.

Paul and Edrie Mallard bring us the first of our Advent devotional podcasts. We are kicking off our series by looking at Psalm 19 and the ways in which God has made Himself known to us.

In this episode, Paul gives a further introduction to Romans to cover why Romans was chosen, the challenges it poses for us and how we can best prepare to engage with it.

This term we are beginning a new series in the book of Romans. In this episode, Robert Hicks joins us to explain how the book was written, what the main themes are, and different ways we can understand its message.

This term we will be working our way through the book of Amos in our evening services. In this podcast, Paul gives us an overview of the book, what we can expect from this series, and how we can best prepare to engage with it.

That's a wrap on the chinwag... Join us as we recap highlights of the year, what we learned, and the highs and lows of pie. We hope you don't cry!

The first of the unexpected bonus Chinwags is here. Poppy Evans joins us on the Chinwag to ramble about small business, beaches and Philippians. Woody and Tufty share about surviving isolation ( again )

Join us this week for from isolation round 2, with special guest Alex Zimmerman! Tune in to hear about our crazy uni experiences, the highs and lows of youth camp, and what it's like coming to faith at university.

Join us on the Chinwag this week where Tom Brewer talks to us about all the important things happening in the next month including: what he’s doing next year, what he’s speaking about on the Youth Weekend Away and, most importantly, what he’s going to call his car.

Calling all British Sign Language enthusiasts, this podcast is for you! Mini joins us on the Chinwag this week and, ironically, it’s one of the longer episodes.

Woody and Tufty ramble their way through another podcast! Tune in to hear about all the fun things they’ve done in the past week… like getting tormented by the local cat or cycling a dark path at night. Did we say fun or terrifying?

Matt Bater joins us this week to give an insight into the work the Church helps with out in Romania as well as some of his own wacky business ideas. This week’s podcast features an unusual number of dead animals – you have been warned!

Tune in this week for the MT version of 'A Christmas Carol'... we hope you enjoy the surprise guests!

Food glorious food is the theme of this week. Join us for another chinwag where Woody and Tufty ramble about all the things they’ve got up to since the most recent easing of the restrictions!

“Ever wondered what an architect does? Ever wondered what the best Ben and Jerrys flavour is? Ever wondered how often you should replace a bike helmet? All will be answered in this week’s Chinwag!”

Tune in for another Chinwag with Elgan Frost as the guest! This week we’ve got all the essentials: a terrible pun at the start, a top notch thought for the day, discussion on pizza and a rogue cat.

Join us for a podcast of exploration as we find out what it is pharmacists actually do (spoiler alert, it’s not just putting pills in a bottle)! We hope it leaves you Singhing with joy!

This week on the chinwag we’re joined by the Mallards for a podcast of chaos. Tune in to hear about Stalingrad, what not to say when you’re trying to get the girl and how to cook the finest liver and kidneys.

Woody and Tufty are back from holiday and the Chinwag has returned. Join us as we reflect on what we got up to during the break and what we're looking forward to this term.

In the last of our Lent Devotions Paul and Edrie take us to the burial of Jesus. In John 19:38-41 Christ was buried according to the scriptures, Jesus truly died and was put in the grave. We see that In Jesus death and burial Jesus understands, he identifies with mankind, it was a moment of total humiliation and helplessness, and yet he was buried in anticipation of resurrection.

Vinny and Amy Singh bring this morning's devotion from John 19:28-37 as we see how Jesus speaks on the cross. Particularly as Jesus cries out it is finished, let us never stop contemplating the finished work of Christ, victoriously triumphing over sin and death and Satan.

As we continue through the Passion from John's Gospel, Tom Brewer brings this morning's devotion from John 19:16-27 pointing us to Jesus the king, yet crucified. Reviled by many and yet fulfilling God's purposes to bring salvation to countless guilty sinners. In the midst of anguish and yet a gracious and tender King, How wonderful is Jesus, our king who was crucified!

Susanna brings the next in our series of devotions from John's gospel (19:1-12) this morning as she helps us think about Jesus the king, silent in the face of accusers and mockers, humiliated and vilified and yet without angry words. What a king Jesus is!

Tune in to the penultimate podcast before the Easter break. Join us for reflections on prayer, brownies, and the frustrations caused by a local grass strimmer.

Richard and Celia Ford bring this morning's Lent devotion from John 18:15-27, as we continue through John's account of the passion, we reach Peter's denial. Like Peter so often we so often fail, and yet graciously we see Jesus redemption for Peter and all other failures like him.

As we continue in John's Gospel in the lead up to Easter, Neil and Andrea bring this morning's devotion from John 18:1-14. They help us reflect on the events of Jesus betrayal and arrest, about how even in these events that seem so shocking, that he was totally in control. It becomes clear to us that Jesus is absolutely committed to his Father's will in saving a people for his own.

As we continue in John's Gospel in the lead up to Easter, Jess Graham brings today's devotion from John 12:1-8. Here we see Mary's adoration and worship of Jesus just a few short days before he went to the cross. Mary saw and knew Jesus worth, we see so much more! How can we respond to what Jesus has done?

This morning Annabelle brings us our devotion from John 1:29, helping us think about just who Jesus is. In the last 7 podcasts leading up to Easter we will be running through the events of the Passion from John's Gospel, this morning we look at the first clear indication in John of the coming atoning work of Jesus.

Alan and Tat young take us to Isaiah 11 this morning, helping us think about the wonderful things God has promised when the greater descendant of David comes. He has come, but he will come again, and he will bring a whole restored world, as certain and sure as all God's promised of the past.

Clover, Melissa, Amber and Jasmine Todman bring this morning's devotion from Jeremiah 31:31-34 helping us see the amazing things the Lord promised in the New Covenant. The New Covenant speaks of reconciliation between God and man, power to really change from the heart, empowerment to really follow God and much more!

This week Widcombe’s general manager Ross Evans hops on to the Chinwag. Join us as we dissect Adam’s diet, reflect on joyful hymns and expose Ross’ lack of Star Wars knowledge

Sam Pibworth, who was with us as a Ministry Trainee with us last year brings this morning's devotional. Have you ever found prayer hard? Sam takes us to Isaiah 55:6-7 where we find a gracious invitation that we draw near to God in prayer, an invitation to self-forgetful delight in the Lord.

Join Barry Emerton this morning as he helps us think together on the beautiful world God made, broken by the terrible sin of mankind. but then, gloriously on the wonderful work of Jesus, the lamb of God (John 1:29), to restore sinners to himself and set the whole created order right.

Mike and Sarah Rayne bring this morning's devotion from the epistle of Jude. They speak of how these familiar words give us joy and confidence in Christ. And not only as individuals, but as the whole church of God, both at Widcombe and much further afield.

Michael Lidbetter brings this morning's devotion from Philippians 2:5-11. What would you do with extraordinary power and wealth and rule? Today we think about how Jesus used his power and might in humility and sacrifice for his people, for us.

In this morning's Lent devotion Robert Hicks helps us think about why Jesus had to die. He expands on 2 Corinthians 5:19 that Jesus death was the culmination of all the flow of history, reconciling man to himself as the acceptable sacrifice for our sin, removing any condemnation and destroying sin Satan and death. And the Holy Spirit applies what Jesus did at the cross to our heart working faith, hope and love within us.

The Barnett family bring this morning's devotion from Psalm 51, as Nathan confronts David over his terrible sin, David is moved to deep confession before the Lord. Alan and the family help us to see how David's psalm helps us in our own walk with the Lord, especially where we have sinned and we feel like God is far away.

Grab some popcorn and a drink as Emily Bingham joins for the longest Chinwag on record to discuss a rainbow of topics.

Geoff and Mary Weekes bring this morning's devotion from Micah 6:8. The people of God in Micah's day were caught up in endless religious observance. Yet in Micah 6:8 Geoff and Mary help us see what the lord really requires of his people, a life pleasing to God is a life that reflects the character of God. Most clearly we see the character and motivation for a life pleasing to God in Jesus himself.

This morning's Lent devotion comes from Psalm 103, Roger Henwood helps us think together about what God is really like. It may be easy to think of God as a strict taskmaster, yet in Psalm 103 we see that the Lord is truly a good, gracious and compassionate God!

Adam, Elinor and Elizabeth rose bring this morning's devotion from Matthew 16:21-27. Our attention is drawn to Jesus words as he looks ahead to the cross, he speaks of the suffering he would go through to save his people. But here we also see the way of his followers is one of self-sacrifice and suffering, but with great hope, "he is not fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose."

Jimmy Thomas brings this morning's Lent devotion from Jeremiah 23:5-6. Jeremiah speaks of a God of righteousness, in the midst of a world of confusion. He looks forward to one to come who would bring righteousness. Jeremiah looks forward to the day wrath and justice and righteousness and grace met at the Cross.

Alan Young brings our Lent devotion for today. He takes us to John 14:1-6 and 20:24-28 and the story of the Apostle Thomas. His story helps us understand the purposes of Jesus for the whole world.

This morning Vinny and Amy take us to John 11 and the account of the resurrection of Lazarus. They help us see just how amazing and life changing Jesus claim to actually be the resurrection and the life, not just a ticket to the resurrection and the life, is, and help us apply that to our hearts.

This week on the chinwag we discuss the joys of a sunny weekend, the challenges of finding good books to read and a quick-fire way to exceed your daily sugar intake in one meal.

Ross and Allayne take us to 2 Cor 12 for this morning's Lent devotion. We find that Paul had a thorn in the flesh, something really painful. Yet in this the Lord met him with grace in Jesus. Our weaknesses may be great, but though we are weak, by the Lord's grace, his strength is at work in us.

Tom Brewer brings this morning's devotional considering the pattern of faith and repentance in the Christian life. He particularly focusses on David's experience of unrepentant distress truing to blessed joy as he confessed his sin to the Lord in Psalm 32. Tom then leads us in a prayer of repentance and faith, written by an old saint of many years ago.

How do we cope with anxiety? This morning Susanna brings our devotion from Philippians 4v6-7, which reminds us of the beautiful truth that as God’s beloved children, we can bring any and every concern to our Heavenly Father, with the knowledge that peace will be freely given.

Trevor and Sheila Dolby bring this morning's Lent devotion from 1 Peter 1:3-5. As we look back, forward and around at Jesus wonderful work, past, future and present we see the wonderful new life we are called into. With whole new identity and a hope that can never fade away. Praise God!

We can pray huge prayers because of the greatness and goodness of Jesus. Clover, Melissa, Jasmine and Amber bring this morning's devotion and help us pray through Pauls' prayer for the Colossians we find in Colossians 1:9-14

Ian and Jayne Lawes bring our devotional for today from Galatians 2:19-21. Sharing from Paul's experience of coming to die to the Law and live for Christ they help us think about our own faith and life. Life with Jesus is not about gaining favour with God through the law, but becoming defined by new way of living and thinking as Christ becomes the delight of our hearts.

This week we continue to buck the trend and have two more guests join us. Join us for an evening of pondering the universe, eggs and Mr Men!

Lesley and Iain Fender bring this morning's Lent devotion from Galatians 5:22-26. They help us consider how the fruit of the Spirit come as we look to Jesus the light of our lives, he can truly make us fruitful as his Holy Spirit works in us.

This morning Jess Graham brings our Lent devotion, she takes us to Proverbs 3:5-6 and helps us see how easily we trust in our own strength and pride. Yet the Proverbs show us the delight of trusting in God who is strong and mighty and totally trustworthy.

Kitty and Elinor Rose bring our devotion this morning from Psalm 46. In the noise, chaos and fear of life, where should we look? The psalmist writes of the ever present God we have who himself is able to help in our fear. The only one who can truly guarantee our eternal safety and security.

This morning Roger Henwood brings our devotion from Romans 15:7-13. He speaks of how God has saved a people of all nations, that that has always been his purpose. Roger helps us see we are all acceptable through Christ, and so this is also the basis for our acceptance and love for each other.

Alan and Tat young bring this morning's devotion. They take us to the wonderful truths that ravish our hearts in Romans 8:31-39. All that would seek to divide us from God cannot for a moment separate us from the love of God in Christ. What a wonderful and certain hope we have.

Ever found yourself asking, what's God up to in our lives? Adam Wood brings us this morning's devotional form Romans 8:28-30 helping us to think about that question. What joy and confidence we can have as his purposes have always and will always be for our good!

This week the wonderful Sam Hughes and Suzie Holland join us. Find out how they’ve been enjoying the snow and what Valentine’s Day had in store.

This morning Clare Spencer brings our devotional from Romans 8:22-26. In a world of groaning is there hope? Yes, the whole world is groaning for renewed life, we are groaning for what is ahead and even now the Holy Spirit is working on our behalf to help and strengthen us.

In the first of this week's Lent devotions Geoff and Mary weeks share from John 15:1-8 as Jesus speaks to his disciples on the night before his crucifixion. Of how he is the truly faithful one, the true vine, and all who would be his disciples must abide in him as the source of their life, growth and fruitfulness.

Tom Brewer brings today's devotion from Psalm 1, encouraging us to delight in God's word meditating on it as our source of life, fruitfulness and confidence. What a wonderful thing when God's word permeates the day to day of life!

The Battle family bring today's devotion looking at Matthew 7:7-14. God knows what we really need and he is the giver of all good gifts, he himself being what we need most of all. Andy and the family encourage us to trust God's goodness even in difficult times.

Pete Foster brings the second of our Lent devotions. He shares with us from David's psalm of trust in the Lord, his shepherd pointing us forward to Christ the great shepherd of the flock, the reason we have for comfort and confidence.

Paul and Edrie bring the first of our Lent devotions from John 3. They share of the life changing power of God's love in testimony and from the scripture as they introduce our series of lent devotions. Tune back in each day, apart from Sundays, for daily devotions right up until Easter.

Episode 12 is fresh off the press! Join us as we reflect on the architecture of Bath University, the medical mysteries of Adam’s body and the interesting world of the 3D Gospel.

Roger Henwood brings us a whole list of book recommendations, from Lent devotionals that point us to Christ through Easter classics to some brand new releases, some that haven't even reached the (virtual) shelves yet.Books Podcast links February 2021To Seek and to Save – Sinclair Ferguson, Good Book Co, £7.99An Ocean of Grace – Tim Chester, Good Book Co, £7.99The Beauty of the Cross – Tim Chester, Good Book Co, £6.99The Glory of the Cross – Tim Chester, Good Book Co, £6.99Journey to the Cross...

In a week's time we are pleased to announce we will start a series of devotionals to take us through Lent, right up to Easter Sunday. In this announcement Podcast Tom and Paul discuss how the Advent devotionals were received and the plans for Lent.From the 17th February check back each day (apart from Sundays) for a new devotional podcast.