Ignite The Day

Ignite The Day

Ignite the day is hosted by RHEMA Uk & Ireland Bible College. Here to IGNITE your day with the Word of God, testimonies and great teaching

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Is it time to share your vision—or hold it close? Ant Lee . Ignite the Day EP42

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby Avery sits down with Ant Lee from Vibe Church in High Wycombe to talk all things church planting, vision, and following the call of God. Ant shares the journey of how he and his wife Sarah became pastors of Vibe Church, his experience with Dynamic Church Planting International (DCPI), and the powerful story of how God downloaded a vision for Europe—plus what it looks like to receive and carry vision in real life. From learning to discern God’s voice, embracing divine timing, to holding onto vision until it matures, this conversation is packed with revelation and encouragement for RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College students, alumni, and supporters.Subscribe now to catch part two and never miss an inspiring conversation!Timestamps / Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Ignite The Day Podcast00:15 - Introducing Ant Lee and Vibe Church01:23 - Ant’s first encounter with RHEMA and DCPI02:09 - How Ant and Sarah became pastors of Vibe Church05:47 - The prompting of the Holy Spirit and receiving God’s vision07:00 - What it’s like to receive a “downloaded” vision from God08:16 - Interpreting recurring visions and journaling the process10:14 - Trusting God to open doors and walking in faith11:38 - Vision for planting churches in Europe12:05 - Seeing a prophetic picture: Dream, confirmation, and more13:51 - When and how to share vision with others15:00 - Learning to be led by “it seems good to us and the Holy Spirit”16:07 - Balancing faith, timing, and God’s sovereignty17:37 - The journey of allowing vision to mature before sharing19:17 - Vision as part of family and marriage purpose20:38 - End of Part One & Subscribe for Part TwoLike, subscribe, and join us on this journey to ignite your day with inspiration and empowerment!

    21 min
  2. 16 APR

    Is God just a tool—or your greatest desire? Joel Sims. Ignite the Day EP41

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Pastor Joel joins Toby for a powerful conversation about igniting your spiritual life through prayer, surrender, and intimacy with God. Joel shares his journey as the pastor of Word of Life Church in Jackson, Mississippi, from inheriting leadership as a teenager to navigating seasons of pain, loss, and breakthrough. Joel opens up about the challenges and triumphs of leading a growing multi-campus church, the importance of humility in ministry, and how prayer transforms everything from church growth to personal intimacy with God. Discover practical tips on nurturing prayer, creating a prayer culture, and moving from striving to surrender. Plus, learn about 365Prayer and how you can join the movement and impact nations through a simple commitment to pray.RHEMA UKI Prayer 365 Initiative!A daily prayer initiative where each person commits to one specific day of intentional prayer, creating a continual covering of prayer every day in 2026. 👉 https://form.jotform.com/253522877574064Prayer is powerful, it is effective, and it moves heaven. If you have a heart to pray, we would love you to be part of this.Chapters:00:00 Welcome, introduction, and Joel’s story02:22 Loss, calling, and the beginning of Joel’s ministry leadership05:29 Navigating pain, surrender, and finding God in broken seasons10:35 The pride vs. prayer dilemma in church leadership13:25 Seeking God vs. seeking church growth: heart motives16:06 Practical steps and the daily journey of surrender26:29 Breathing in and breathing out: prayer as spiritual oxygen27:01 The lost art of prayer in today’s church33:00 How prayer personally changes lives and ministries36:44 Connecting humility to prayer: a posture rather than just petition40:44 Improving the culture of prayer in your church and life43:35 Teach it, model it: practical ways to ignite prayer among believers44:35 365prayer—mobilizing prayer for nations in the UK and beyond47:00 Practical prayer challenge: one hour, journal, and listening for God49:05 Final encouragement and discovering God’s plan through prayer51:01 Where to find Joel’s resources and more about Word of Life ChurchSubscribe for more episodes from Ignite The Day Podcast, brought to you by RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College.

    52 min
  3. 2 APR

    Secure Leadership. Matt Hattabaugh. Ignite the Day EP40

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby talks with Matt Hattabaugh, an American missionary, pastor, and author based in Beirut, Lebanon. Matt and his wife Julie oversee Go Church Beirut and serve as national directors for Rhema Bible College Lebanon. He recently released his fifth book, Secure Leadership, and in this conversation, he dives deep into the real-world impact of empowering others, leadership insecurity, and how biblical principles can transform both church and marketplace environments.If you’ve ever wondered how to transition from transactional to transformational leadership, or how to develop cultures of trust, learning, and empowerment, this episode is for you. Matt shares powerful stories from his own journey—from serving in Russia and the Czech Republic, to corporate America, and ultimately back into global ministry—and reveals practical steps to create lasting influence in any sphere.Whether you're a church leader, in the public sector, or passionate about missions and discipleship, grab your notebook—there are golden nuggets throughout.Get your copy of Matt’s new book Secure Leadership.USA: https://a.co/d/0iLvSSbUUK: https://amzn.eu/d/0ivBnxVn Find out more at https://go-me.org/Chapters / Key Moments:00:00 – Introduction to Matt, Lebanon missions, and Secure Leadership02:16 – Childhood influences, growing up around missionaries04:08 – From the US mission field to corporate America (and back again)06:40 – Experiencing God’s call to Lebanon and planting Go Church Beirut09:12 – Lessons learned in finance and corporate leadership11:19 – Bringing biblical principles into the workplace13:06 – Empowering others and the tragedy of leader insecurity15:54 – The heart of Secure Leadership and giving the mission away18:20 – Transformational leadership: moving beyond transactional thinking21:00 – Insecurity: unseen limits and long-term impact on teams24:42 – How insecurity can create toxic environments and church hurt26:29 – The importance of self-assessment and healthy leadership environments28:24 – Practical steps to empower and develop new leaders30:33 – Giving away responsibility and trust—what happens when things go wrong?33:40 – Learning cultures vs. blame cultures: Honesty, mistakes, and growth34:23 – The story of George Washington, King George, and giving away power36:46 – Transactional leadership in church and corporate life39:40 – What to do if you recognize insecurity and transactional leadership in yourself43:06 – How to handle being led by an insecure or transactional leader46:22 – Influence beyond titles: leading from any seatConnect with Matt at go-me.orgListen, like, and subscribe to Ignite The Day Podcast for more inspiring leadership and faith conversations.

    50 min
  4. 19 MAR

    What Happens When the Journey Doesn’t Go to Plan? Andrew & Kandyse Carter. Ignite the Day EP39

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, host Tolu sit down with Andrew and Kandyse Carter for the much-anticipated Part 2 of their honest and hope-filled discussion around ministry, church planting, and healing after life’s hardest seasons. Andrew and Kandyse open up about the painful decision to close their church, the impact of community shifts, dealing with unexpected building troubles (including a raccoon infestation), and the lingering questions of what real success in ministry looks like. You’ll hear how they navigated grief, found a safe place for restoration, and experienced God’s faithfulness through unexpected connections and moments of healing.This conversation is packed with encouragement for pastors, leaders, RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College students, alumni and anyone facing transitions or questioning their definition of success. If you need fresh hope, practical wisdom, and inspiration to step out in obedience—even when the outcome is uncertain—this episode is for you!Chapters:00:00 - Why do only 20% seem to do 80% of the work in church?01:05 - Balancing spiritual and practical skills in ministry01:55 - The journey to closing a church: challenges and red flags04:04 - Community changes, unmet needs, and seeking God04:25 - The infamous raccoon infestation and what it represented05:23 - Burnout, transition, and meeting in their home07:02 - God’s direct intervention: finding peace to let go09:19 - The “desert” season and the struggle to heal10:05 - Finding safe community and healthy boundaries after closure12:25 - The power of “just one”: how God used their obedience14:01 - Healing, seeing God’s bigger picture, and fruit beyond results15:54 - Redefining success: Faithfulness vs. outward achievement17:55 - Trusting unseen fruit and God’s eternal plans19:07 - After the desert: Restoration and entering a new ministry season20:59 - Embracing a thriving church culture and shared leadership23:07 - Words of encouragement for anyone in a transition or facing “failure”25:36 - It’s God’s responsibility, not ours: Faith to start and to end well26:24 - Understanding God’s timing and the open-handed approach28:34 - The ultimate example in Jesus: transitions and new beginnings29:18 - Closing thoughts and gratitudeTune in and be ignited for your own journey—whether you’re starting something new, contemplating a difficult ending, or simply need to remember that God defines success in ways we can’t always see.Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations designed to ignite your day, build your faith, and strengthen the RUKI family!

    30 min
  5. 5 MAR

    Our Only Plan? Trust God—Moving Across the World. Andrew and Kandyse Carter. Ignite the Day EP38

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Tolu sits down with guests Andrew and Kandyse Carter for an inspiring conversation about stepping out in faith, moving overseas, and answering the call to ministry. Andrew and Kandyse—missionaries based in Manchester, UK—share their journey of leaving a comfortable life in Ohio, selling everything, and relocating with their three kids to serve as missionaries.If you've ever wondered what it takes to make big transitions, navigate chaos, and find purpose in discomfort, this episode is for you! You'll hear about Andrew and Kandyse’s ministry journey, their experience at Rhema Bible College, how they met, and the challenges (and joys) of pastoring a church in Cincinnati.Key moments and topics include:00:00 - Introduction & Andrew and Kandyse’s move to Manchester01:16 - Discovering a call to England02:29 - Leaving comfort for a higher calling03:43 - First impressions after landing in the UK06:31 - Navigating chaos and staying anchored in faith08:08 - Andrew and Kandyse’s unique journeys to Rhema Bible College13:23 - Feeling the call to ministry at a young age14:50 - Life after Bible school: pastoring in Cincinnati17:32 - Transitioning as young pastors in an older congregation19:39 - Vision for City Pulse Church & serving the community21:46 - Absorbing another church and navigating rapid growth23:40 - Lessons learned: reaching out for wisdom and support24:55 - Guarding your heart and preventing burnout in ministryWhether you’re a RHEMA UK & Ireland student, alumni, or supporter, this episode will ignite your day with stories of courage, faith, and perseverance. Andrew and Kandyse’s journey will resonate with anyone who’s stepping into the unknown and trusting God’s plan.Like, subscribe, and share to support our community of faith and service!Ignite The Day Podcast - A podcast hosted by RHEMA UK & Ireland Bible College, designed to ignite the day of RUKI students, alumni, and supporters.#Missionaries #RhemaBibleCollege #FaithJourney #ManchesterUK #ChurchPlanting #Ministry #Cincinnati #CityPulseChurch #ChurchGrowth #Discomfort #Calling #MovingOverseas #Pastoring #MinistryLessons #IgniteTheDay #RHEMAUK #Podcast #FaithInAction

    32 min
  6. 19 FEB

    When Should You Pray—and Why Does It Matter? Toby Avery. Ignite the Day EP37

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby talks about igniting your personal prayer life as we step into 2026. As Director of RHEMA UK and Ireland, and pastor of His Life Church, Toby shares honest reflections on years of growing in prayer—from the discipline of early Christian habits to building a dynamic and exciting prayer routine. If you’ve ever wondered how prayer can be more than just requests, or how to commune with God daily, this episode is packed with practical encouragement and biblical insight.This episode is for anyone—students, alumni, supporters—who wants to make 2026 their best year of prayer yet. Toby shares about Rhema’s 365 Prayer program, inviting listeners to join in a movement that covers every hour of the year in prayer, believing for revival and awakening across the UK, Ireland, Europe, and the world.Key moments for YouTube chapters:00:00 - Introduction & Toby’s role at RHEMA UK and Ireland00:54 - The challenge and journey of making prayer meaningful02:26 - Exploring Matthew 6: “When you pray”04:09 - Jesus’ expectations: prayer as a daily habit06:16 - Prayer is meant to be exciting, dynamic, and effective07:00 - Communion with God vs. just asking for requests08:12 - Changing your approach to prayer09:10 - Comparing prayer to relationships and building connection10:17 - Practical ways to integrate prayer throughout your day12:03 - Prayer in busy moments: commuting, airports, and beyond13:37 - Training yourself to pray continually14:30 - Prayer as intrinsic and automatic for believers15:43 - Two-way communication: hearing from God16:34 - “My house shall be called a house of prayer”—what it means today17:13 - Being known as people of prayer18:44 - Make 2026 the year of effective, dynamic prayer19:41 - Prayer is for all disciples, not just pastors20:05 - John Wesley and Jesus: God’s response to prayer21:04 - Join the 365 Prayer movement with RHEMA UK & IrelandIf you want to ignite your day and deepen your prayer walk in 2026, this episode is for you! Join Toby as he encourages us to seek God’s face, expect answers, and step into a powerful year of prayer.Like, subscribe, and share Ignite The Day Podcast—and visit RHEMA UK & Ireland’s website or socials to sign up for 365 Prayer!

    22 min
  7. 5 FEB

    2819 Pastors Intensive Recap. Toby Avery & Tolu Adebekun. Ignite the Day EP36

    In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Kandyse sits down with hosts Toby and Tolu to discuss their recent experience at the 2819 Pastors Intensive in London—the first ever global event led by Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell and his team from Atlanta, Georgia. If you’re a pastor, church leader, ministry worker, or anyone passionate about revival, discipleship, holiness, and God’s presence in the local church, this conversation is for you. Chapters / Key Moments: 00:00 - Introduction: Kandyse Guest Hosts 01:02 - What is 2819 and Who is Philip Anthony Mitchell? 02:01 - Why Did 2819 Pick London for its First Event? 03:32 - How Toby and Tolu Ended Up at the Intensive 04:16 - Selection Process: Spirit-Led or Social Media? 05:14 - Emphasis on Prayer & Presence at 281906:13 - Collaboration Over Celebrity in Ministry 07:35 - Celebrity Culture vs. Reverence for God 09:03 - Real Heart for People: Observations from the Intensive 11:14 - Accountability for People God Gives You 12:29 - Are You Satisfied Enough With Him? 14:38 - Opening Worship and Prayer: Setting the Tone 16:40 - What is a Pastoral Intensive Really Like? 18:09 - Key Struggles Facing UK Pastors and Leaders 19:10 - Leadership Development Gaps in Churches 23:23 - Organization is Spiritual Too 26:05 - Bible Examples of Order & Leadership Structure 28:45 - Avoiding Ditches: Structure vs. Spirit 29:31 - Firing in Love: Protecting Church Health 30:52 - The Pulpit as the Greatest Threat to the Church 32:17 - Why You Can't Compromise on Team Culture 33:49 - Before You Build Teams, Build Culture 34:45 - Firing a Whole Worship Team for Integrity 36:08 - Obedience Over Outcomes 37:57 - Chasing Celebrity Church Culture 39:57 - Faithfulness is the Measure, Not Size or Influence 41:28 - Being Challenged and Satisfied in God Alone 43:12 - Pressure on Pastors: Letting God Be Sovereign 44:26 - Practical Examples of God Leading People to Church 46:04 - Final Takeaways: Encouragements & Challenges 46:55 - Being an Excellent Number Two in Ministry 49:48 - Toby’s Three Words: Intensity, Galvanizing, Obedience 54:37 - What’s Optional & What’s Obedience in Church Leadership 56:13 - Shoutout to 2819 Team for Their Hospitality 57:13 - Free Event: Impact on London Churches If you enjoyed this discussion, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share! Ignite The Day Podcast is hosted by RHEMA UK & Ireland Bible College, where we seek to ignite the day of students, alumni and supporters by exploring leadership, faith, and life in ministry. #IgniteTheDay #2819Intensive #PhilipAnthonyMitchell #ChurchLeadership #Revival #Discipleship #Prayer #Holiness #Faithfulness #ChristianPodcast #UKChurch #MinistryLeadership #RHEMAUK #RHEMAIreland #PodcastEpisodes #LocalChurch #SpiritualLeadership #TeamCulture #Accountability #Obedience #ChurchGrowth

    55 min
  8. 13 JAN

    Looking Forward Kicking Off 2026 With Vision. Toby Avery . Ignite the Day EP35

    Welcome to a brand new year on the Ignite The Day Podcast, hosted by Toby! In this inspiring episode, Toby reflects on the journey of RHEMA UK and Ireland through 2025 and shares an exciting vision for 2026. Whether you’re a student, alumni, partner, or just exploring your faith, this episode is packed with encouragement, updates, and actionable ways to get involved.Toby discusses the core mission of RHEMA UK and Ireland: teaching faith, equipping believers, and empowering the Body of Christ to step into God’s calling. Hear highlights from a milestone year—including enrolling new students, launching flexible learning micro-campuses, impactful prayer school sessions, Rhema Ignite events, and expanding the team with passionate volunteers.Looking ahead, Toby outlines the bold vision for 2026: increasing student enrollment, expanding church planting and leadership development programs, and growing the reach of RHEMA’s message across the UK, Ireland, and the nations. Find out how you can partner through prayer, promotion, provision, and active participation—whether it’s volunteering, becoming a prayer partner with the new RHEMA365 Prayer Initiative, or spreading the word about RHEMA’s Kingdom impact.Don’t miss this energizing start to the year! If you’re passionate about seeing revival, training new leaders, and being part of a pioneering community, this episode is for you.Chapters: 00:00 - Happy 2026! Introduction & Purpose of the Episode00:55 - Encouragement, Inspiration & Calling for Involvement02:19 - The Vision for RHEMA UK and Ireland03:23 - Celebrating 2025: Key Achievements & Growth05:18 - Flexible Learning, Micro Campuses & In-person Classes06:01 - Highlights: Prayer Schools, Podcast Episodes & Volunteers07:18 - Church Planting & International Outreach08:10 - RHEMA’s Vision Statement and Department Focus10:29 - Connecting Alumni & Growing Teams11:21 - Bible College: Programs & Student Recruitment Goals12:07 - Church Planting, Mentorship & Momentum Vision12:25 - New Grow Leadership Development Program13:01 - Exciting Plans for 2026: Podcast, Events, Prayer & Expansion13:31 - Four Ways to Partner: Prayer, Promotion, Provision, Participation15:02 - RHEMA365 Prayer Initiative & Global Involvement16:24 - Partnering Through Giving & Growing the Team17:21 - How to Volunteer & Train for Church Planting18:27 - Final Thoughts, Thanks & Invitation for 202619:14 - Closing Words: Step Into Your Purpose This YearKey episode topics:RHEMA UK and Ireland, teaching faith, Holy Spirit, equipping believers, church planting, leadership development, Bible college, alumni connection, micro-campuses, prayer school, Ignite events, 2026 vision, RHEMA365 Prayer, volunteer opportunities, student recruitment, pioneering spirit, revival UK, mission, ministry training, Kingdom impact.Ready to get involved, inspired, and equipped for God’s call in 2026? Subscribe and join the growing RHEMA community today!For more info or to connect, visit www.rhemauk.com#RHEMAUK #IgniteTheDay #ChurchPlanting #LeadershipDevelopment #Prayer #BibleCollege #RevivalUK #Faith #ChristianPodcast #Volunteer #Alumni #NewYearVision #KingdomMinistry

    20 min

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Ignite the day is hosted by RHEMA Uk & Ireland Bible College. Here to IGNITE your day with the Word of God, testimonies and great teaching