Best Redhill Podcasts (2026)

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Advent: Simeon and Anna (Candace and Andrew, 14 December 2025) 26:10

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Candace and Andrew wrap up our journey through Advent by looking at the stories of Simeon and Anna. We are invited to see Jesus amidst the noise and busy-ness of this season, and in the power of the Holy Spirit, like Simeon and Anna, to respond with hearts full of worship, gratitude and awe. (The song playing at the end is a version of ‘Angels We H…

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Advent: The Magi (Brent Smith, 7 December 2025) 26:10

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We look at the magi (or wise men) as they follow the star towards Bethlehem and come to worship Jesus.

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Advent: The Shepherds (Gary Barkley, 30 November 2025) 20:56

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Gary continues our journey through Advent by looking at the shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem. Note: We had tech issues with this one! The recording cuts off before the end of the talk. The remaining two take-aways that we can glean from the story of the shepherds are (in summary): 2. Be prepared to hear Gods' words to us. It may be be unexpec…

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Advent: Mary and Joseph (Jillian Reay-Smith, 23 November 2025) 23:46

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We start our Advent season by looking at the story of Mary and Joseph, and reflect what it means to live in Advent; in the time of 'waiting'.

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Mark 12:38-40: Warning against the scribes (Jillian Reay-Smith, 5 October 2025) 22:23

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We heed Jesus' warnings against the behaviours of the scribes in Mark 12:38-40.

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Mark 12:28-34: The Greatest Commandment (Candace Spencer, 21 September 2025) 24:24

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Join Candace as we look at Mark 12:28-34, and Jesus’ teaching on the ‘greatest commandment’.

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Mark 12:13-17: Paying Imperial Taxes to Caesar (Gary Barkley, 6 September 2025) 26:55

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Gary reflects on Mark 12:13-17, looking at the Pharisees and Herodians questioning Jesus about paying taxes to Caesar.

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Mark 12:1-12: The Parable of the Tenants (Gary Barkley, 31 August 2025) 26:59

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We kick off our Mark 12 series with Gary taking us through the 'Parable of the Tenants'.

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Worship in the Truth (Matthew Sweeney, 24 August 2025) 32:52

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We continue our series on worship, looking at what it means to worship in the ‘truth’.

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Worship in Spirit (Matthew Sweeney, 17 August 2025) 32:58

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Matt continues our series on worship, looking at what is means to worship in the Spirit. We look particularly at the role of prophecy and its impact on us as individuals and as the church.

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Worship (Matthew Sweeney, 10 August 2025) 31:26

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Join us for a three part series on ‘worship’ led by Matt, including the account of the Samaritan woman in John 4.

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Freedom in the Spirit (Candace Spencer, 4 May 2025) 23:12

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Candace explores what it means to have freedom in the Spirit - a freedom that starts with surrender and ends in belonging.

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The Promise of the Holy Spirit (Candace Spencer, 2 March 2025) 25:50

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As part of our series on the Holy Spirit, Candace reflects on Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit to His followers.

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Friendship (Esther Stitz, 27 October 2024) 20:40

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Esther explores the important topic of friendship and its role within life and faith.

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Our Greatest Treasure - Part 2 (Andrew Spencer, 1 September 2024) 34:41

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Andrew continues to explore our 'greatest treasure', and we consider how we might share with others the treasure we have found in Jesus.

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Our Greatest Treasure - Part 1 (Andrew Spencer, 25 August 2024) 25:20

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Andrew leads us to explore our 'greatest treasure'; the central ideas of our faith.

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Be Strengthened by Grace (Brent Smith, 4 August 2024) 37:15

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Brent looks at 2 Timothy 2:1-7, and how we are strengthened by grace that is in Christ Jesus.

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Soul Refresh (Brent Smith, 21 July 2024) 32:03

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In the middle of the year we take a moment to consider how our soul might be refreshed. We know the race can be rewarding but will also bring hardship. Brent explores how a way to knowing God and His refreshing presence is through repentance.

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Mark 11:15-18: Jesus Cleanses the Temple (Candace Spencer, 30 June 2024) 23:10

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Candace explores Mark 11:15-18, reflecting on the account of Jesus cleansing the temple.

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Mark 11:1-11: The Triumphal Entry (Matthew Sweeney, 16 June 2024) 36:48

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Matt takes us through Mark 11:1-11, with the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.

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Advent: Joy (Brent Smith, 10 December 2023) 43:14

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We continue our advent reflections, looking at 'joy'.

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Advent: Peace (Brent Smith, 3 December 2023) 45:31

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We continue our exploration of Advent, reflecting on 'Peace'.

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Advent: Hope (Brent Smith, 26 November 2023) 42:43

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In this season of Advent we reflect on Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. This week, Brent looks at the hope we have as we look towards Christmas.

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Faith Within the Storm (Jillian Reay-Smith, 12 November 2023) 21:10

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We look at Jesus calming the storm in Luke 8, and consider: in what we are ultimately placing our faith?

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Holy Hunger (Brent Smith, 5 November 2023) 42:10

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Brent reflects on what it means to have 'holy hunger' for God.

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Peace to you (Brent Smith, 22 October 2023) 40:31

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We reflect on Jesus’ greeting of “Peace to you!” in Luke 24:36. Apologies for the reduced sound quality of this recording.

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In Christ: One Body in Christ 26:21

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In our final instalment of the 'In Christ' series, Jill reflects on some of what it means to be 'one body in Christ'.

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In Christ: Salvation in Christ (Gary Barkley, 17 September 2023) 38:49

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Gary reflects on what it means to have salvation in Christ.

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In Christ: Strength in Christ (Joel D 10 September 2023) 40:48

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Joel reflects on what it means to have strength in Christ (Philippians 4:13).

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In Christ: Made New in Christ (Matt Sweeney, 3 September 2023) 22:51

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We continue our 'In Christ' series. Matt looks at how we are made new in Christ, and how our reconciliation with Christ impacts how we can bring about reconciliation in our relationships and the world around us.

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In Christ: Made Holy in Christ 4:14

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Daniel explores what it means to be made holy in Christ.

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In Christ: God Forgave You 29:28

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Candace explores the forgiveness and new life that we have in Christ.

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In Christ: Seated in Heavenly Places (Daniel Brewster, 13 August 2023) 17:14

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We continue to look at what it means to be 'in Christ'. Daniel reflects on how we are seated "in the heavenly places" in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6).

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In Christ: Rejoice in Christ (Andrew Spencer, 6 August 2023) 26:56

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We kick off our 'In Christ' series, looking at who Jesus is and our identity in Christ. Andrew starts us off by looking at what it means to 'rejoice in Christ'.

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Worship (Brent Smith, 30 July 2023) 48:30

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We ask the question: Does is matter to God how we worship? We explore different forms of worship expression and take a speedy tour through worship stories in the Bible. We end this series contemplating how we can only really worship in Spirit and truth if we worship through Jesus, and not in our own strength.…

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Worship: Sing a New Song (Brent Smith, 16 July 2023) 40:44

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We explore why we are called to ‘sing a new song’. In worship, a ‘new song’ is a response to who God is, His victory, and His worth.

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Worship: Why do we sing? (Jillian Reay-Smith, 9 July 2023) 26:40

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We take a moment to ask a practical question: why do we *sing*? We know worship is more than singing, so why do we spend time singing together? Because we’re told to, it declares who God is, it engages us in a unique way, and it unifies us! (Apologies, the first few minutes of this talk are missing from the recording! This included acknowledging th…

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Worship: Psalm 24 (Brent Smith, 25 June 2023) 41:04

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In the second talk of our worship series, we look at Psalm 24. We ponder how impressive is the sinless life of Christ, who goes before us and makes a way for us to enter into the most holy place.

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Mark 10:46-52 Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus (Gary Barkley, 4 June 2023) 49:54

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We look at the story of Jesus healing Bartimaeus, the 'blind beggar' in Mark 10:46-52.

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Mark 10:35-45 The Request of James and John (Brent Smith, 21 May 2023) 40:29

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Brent leads us to reflect on the request of James and John.

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Mark 10:32-34 Jesus predicts his death (Andrew Spencer 14 May 2023) 28:17

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Andrew explores Mark 10:32-34, when Jesus predicts his death for the third time. We reflect on how we can better listen to what God is saying, and what it means to have trust in patience when we don’t know what’s happening next.

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Mark 10:17-31 Rich Young Man (Daniel Ross, 7 May 2023) 33:24

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Daniel leads us to reflect on the story of Jesus' encounter with the rich young ruler in Mark 10:17-31, and we question what we may be idolising today.

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Mark 10:13-16 Let the Children Come (Jillian Reay-Smith, 23 April 2023) 20:28

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We reflect on what it means to receive the Kingdom of heaven 'like a little child'.

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Lead me in the way everlasting (Part 2) (Brent Smith, 22 January 2023) 27:14

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As we ask the Lord to lead us this year, we explore what it means to be ‘known’ by God, and why this is a good thing!

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Mark 9:42-50 (Blake, 11 September 2022) 36:04

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Through intriguing - and sometimes confusing - imagery in Mark 9:42-50, Blake helps us reflect on whether there are things in our lives causing us or others to stumble, and look to the promise we have in Jesus and the beauty of the kingdom of God! This talk included a number of visuals - view the slides here: https://bit.ly/3eIEYWM…

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Mark 9:38-41 (Daniel Ross, 4 September 2022) 25:13

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As we continue in Mark 9 we are challenged about judging others' ministries for not being exactly like ours, and we consider how we might lift up the name of Jesus even in everyday, ordinary acts of love.

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Mark 9:33-37 How To Be Great (Jillian Reay-Smith, 28 August 2022) 22:14

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We continue in Mark 9, with the disciples arguing about who was the greatest, and Jesus’ surprising advice about how to truly be great.

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Mark 9:30-32 (Shaun Rodrigues, 21 August 2022) 29:26

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We look at Mark 9:30-32, where Jesus tells his disciples about what’s ahead. What might this short passage reveal to us about our own expectations of who we think Jesus should be? Song playing in the background as we have communion: “All Hail King Jesus” by Jeremy Riddle, Peter Mattis, Ran Jackson, Steffany Gretzinger. CCLI Song #7097216. © 2017 Ri…

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Mark 9:2-12 The Transfiguration: Who is Jesus? (Daniel Brewster, 7 August 2022) 23:05

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We kick off our journey through Mark 9, with Daniel taking us through Mark 9:2-12 and prompting us to ask: who is Jesus?

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Church Is... The Bride (Jillian Reay-Smith, 31 July 2022) 26:27

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We look at the image of a church as the ‘bride’, beloved and beckoned by God. As we collectively live out our identity as the ‘bride’ of Christ, how might this love overflow to those around us, and how might we beckon others to ‘Come!’ and drink the water of life?