In this message from 2 Corinthians 4:1–6, Jason explores Paul’s encouragement that because of the ministry, mercy, and calling we have received from God, we do not have to give up. Following Jesus does not mean we will avoid challenge, discouragement, opposition, or spiritual battle. In fact, the very place of our calling is often where God forms Christ in us most deeply. This sermon is a call to resist discouragement, reject toxic words, recover the seed of God’s calling, and trust the Holy Spirit to strengthen us to do what God has called us to do. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1–6 Chiltern Church, Sutton https://www.chilternchurch.org.uk/ 0:00 God Himself teaches us through His word 4:33 Recap of 2 Corinthians 6:01 Our adequacy is from God 8:09 Every Christian has a calling 10:31 Your assignment comes with challenge 13:17 Jeremiah and running with horses 16:02 Therefore, we do not give up 17:02 The danger of a toxic heart 18:06 Jesus resists Peter’s toxic word 20:38 Paul’s suffering and hope in God 22:02 God can resurrect the seed of calling 23:08 You were built for the battle 24:12 The gospel is veiled to those who are perishing 27:19 All ministry is spiritual battle 27:41 God has spoken light into your heart 30:17 Glory carried in weakness 32:32 Don’t give up, church 33:07 Treasure what God has spoken 35:43 Prayer for renewed calling and strength #ChilternChurch #2Corinthians #DontGiveUp #ChristianEncouragement #HolySpirit #Calling #Faith #Sermon

Guest speaker Dr Rachel Jordan-Wolf joins us at Chiltern Church, preaching from Acts 16 and the dramatic birth of the church in Philippi. Through the story of Lydia, the slave girl, Paul and Silas in prison, and the Philippian jailer, Rachel reminds us that the mission of God is not finished. We are part of the next chapter. God directs the mission. Jesus opens hearts. Opposition may come. Prayer and worship remain our response. And as we join in God’s mission, lives are changed, including our own. This is an encouraging and challenging message for anyone wanting to follow Jesus more courageously, trust Him more deeply, and play their part in His mission today. Bible Passage: Acts 16 Find out more about Chiltern Church: https://www.chilternchurch.org.uk/ Chapters 0:00 Bible reading: Acts 16 3:45 Introduction: Exciting times in Philippi 4:01 Mission begins with God 5:02 We are the next chapter 5:50 God directs the mission 8:10 Arriving in Philippi 10:21 The Lord opens Lydia’s heart 11:27 Stories from the Bible table 14:54 Lydia, the slave girl and transformation 18:35 Opposition comes 20:20 Pray, worship and trust 21:36 The earthquake and open doors 22:41 Joy as a marker of the Spirit 23:45 Mission changes people 25:38 Paul transformed by mission 27:00 The heart of God is for everyone 28:03 Summary: God directs, we follow 29:20 What God is doing now 30:48 Who is your Lydia? 31:14 Pressing on towards the goal 32:10 Closing prayer Hashtags #ChilternChurch #RachelJordanWolf #Acts16 #MissionOfGod #ChristianMission #JesusChangesLives #HolySpirit #ChurchOnline #Sermon #ChristianTeaching #Philippians #PrayerAndWorship #FaithInAction #HopeInJesus #FollowJesus

On Pentecost Sunday, Jason explores what it means to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit and live the life Jesus always intended for His people. God does not call us to pour ourselves out until we are broken and empty. He calls us to be healed, filled and overflowing. Jesus promised His disciples that it was better for Him to go, because the Holy Spirit would come. That promise was not just for the first disciples, but for all who belong to Jesus. This message looks at Acts 1 and 2, John 14, Ezekiel 36, and the deeper calling of the Christian life. We are not simply called to survive life, but to live as Spirit filled witnesses of Jesus, carrying His presence, power, love and goodness into the places God has put us. Bible Passages: Acts 1, Acts 2, John 14, Ezekiel 36 Find out more about Chiltern Church: https://www.chilternchurch.org.uk/ Chapters 0:00 Pentecost and the birth of the church 0:52 Why it was better for Jesus to go 2:20 You will have trouble 3:20 The challenge of living our calling 5:27 Why we need God’s power 6:16 Feeding the five thousand and our calling 8:05 Ezekiel 36: A new heart and the Spirit within 9:07 We were never meant to do it alone 10:37 Opening our hearts to God’s calling 11:47 Acts 1: Waiting for the Father’s promise 13:40 Baptised with the Holy Spirit 15:07 John 14: Greater works and the Spirit within 17:36 Another counsellor to be with you forever 18:10 God’s presence in us 19:16 Jesus, led and empowered by the Spirit 20:35 You will receive power 22:20 Acts 2: Wind, fire and filling 23:36 As the Spirit enabled them 24:42 Peter explains what God is doing 26:04 Repent, be baptised and receive the Holy Spirit 27:10 Three thousand added to the church 28:11 Repentance, healing and the Spirit’s overflow 28:40 The broken bowl image 30:28 Filled to overflowing 31:44 Opening the door of our hearts 32:47 Living water flowing through us 34:16 Closing prayer Hashtags #Pentecost #HolySpirit #ChilternChurch #SpiritFilled #Acts2 #ChristianSermon #Jesus #ChurchOnline #Faith #Prayer #Healing #ChristianTeaching #PowerOfTheSpirit #LivingWater #FollowJesus

Your Calling Is Bigger Than Your Career In this message from 2 Corinthians 3, we explore what it means to live with confidence in God’s calling, not because we are enough in ourselves, but because our adequacy comes from Him. Paul shows us that every believer has a calling that is bigger than career, gifting, or personal ambition. God calls us into a living relationship with Him, gives us His promises, places us in His people, and transforms us by the Holy Spirit. This message looks at how we discern God’s calling through His Word, through Christian community, and through dependence on the person of the Holy Spirit. It also explores the glory of the new covenant, where the veil has been removed in Christ and we are invited to encounter God’s presence and be transformed from glory to glory. 📍 Chiltern Church, Sutton 🌐 https://www.chilternchurch.org.uk/ #ChilternChurch #2Corinthians #HolySpirit #Calling #ChristianSermon #NewCovenant #ChristianFaith #Sermon #Jesus #SpiritualFormation #Discipleship #ChurchOnline

In a world full of pressure, anxiety, criticism, and overwhelm, many of us ask the same question: Am I enough? In this message from 2 Corinthians 3, we explore how the Apostle Paul faced deep opposition, relational pain and exhaustion, yet discovered that his strength and competency did not come from himself, but from God. This sermon looks at: • Why self sufficiency ultimately leaves us empty • How God equips ordinary people for extraordinary callings • What it means to rely on the Holy Spirit instead of ourselves • How to stand firm in chaotic and uncertain times • Why every calling from God comes with His promise and provision Whether you are struggling with pressure at work, parenting challenges, anxiety about the future, relational pain, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, this message is an invitation to rediscover hope, dependence on God, and confidence in His strength. 📖 Passage: 2 Corinthians 3 📍 Chiltern Church, Sutton, UK If this message encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need hope today. 🌐 Website: https://www.chilternchurch.org.uk/ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chilternchurchuk/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chilternchurch/ #2Corinthians #ChristianSermon #FaithInHardTimes #Jesus #HolySpirit #ChristianEncouragement #BiblicalTeaching #HopeInChaos #ChristianLiving #GodsStrength #ChurchOnline #ChilternChurch