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At Leominster Baptist Church, our deepest desire is for everyone, everywhere to experience the love, grace, and transforming power of Jesus in their everyday lives. We believe faith isn’t just for Sundays—it’s for every moment, every challenge, and every joy. Our vision is simple yet life-changing: to help people build an everyday relationship with Jesus— so they can live with him, like him and for him. This is a relationship that shapes their decisions, strengthens their hearts, and fills their lives with hope. Whether you’re new to faith, exploring what it means to follow Christ, or looking for a community to grow with, we invite you to join us on this journey. Wherever you are, whatever your story, you can walk with Jesus every day.

  1. 6D AGO

    Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 5: Simon of Cyrene

    Ask Dean a question Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 5: Simon of Cyrene Holy Week is a time when we can reflect on the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection from the dead. In this short series of sermons that were originally delivered in 2025, we are drawn into these events through the eyes and the experiences of five people. Some were very close to Jesus throughout his ministry whilst others appear momentarily. But all can say the same thing: that they met Jesus. This is the final talk in our series on Easter People. Today we are encouraged to reflect on the events of the first 'Good Friday', through the eyes of Simon of Cyrene. Simon has a very brief mention in the gospel narrative. He had travelled a very great distance to Jerusalem to celebrate Passover. It so happens that as he and his son are in the city a noisy procession is underway: some men are experiencing the final humiliation as they are being taken to the place of execution under the supervision of the Roman authorities. One staggers and falls under the weight of the cross he is forced to carry, and Simon is ordered, by a soldier, to carry it for Him ... We hope that our Easter People reflections have been helpful during Holy Week and that you have managed to find time to stop and be still.  Thank you for supporting our podcast - please feel free to feedback through our Ask Dean a Question link. We are keen to hear your thoughts. You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    40 min

  2. APR 2

    Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 4: Doubting Thomas

    Ask Dean a question Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 4: Doubting Thomas Holy Week is a time when we can reflect on the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection from the dead. In this short series of sermons that were originally delivered in 2025, we are drawn into these events through the eyes and the experiences of five people. Some were very close to Jesus throughout his ministry whilst others appear momentarily. But all can say the same thing: that they met Jesus. This is the fourth reflection on easter people in our short series of five vignettes. Along with Peter, James and John, Thomas is perhaps one of the most well-known disciple - maybe because he is the one that gets the nickname. But Thomas is a really interesting individual and in many ways, he is you and he is me. The sceptic? Or the one who comes to faith with his thinking head on? And let's not forget his reaction when he did see Jesus. He fell to his knees saying, "My Lord, and my God."  You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    44 min

  3. APR 1

    Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 3: Joseph of Arimathea

    Ask Dean a question Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 3: Joseph of Arimathea Holy Week is a time when we can reflect on the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection from the dead. In this short series of sermons that were originally delivered in 2025, we are drawn into these events through the eyes and the experiences of five people. Some were very close to Jesus throughout his ministry whilst others appear momentarily. But all can say the same thing: that they met Jesus. In this third talk, we have the opportunity to reflect on events through the eyes of Joseph of Arimathea. He has a small mention in the narrative, but a significant experience to share with us. You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    39 min

  4. MAR 31

    Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 2: Peter

    Ask Dean a question Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 2: Peter Holy Week is a time when we can reflect on the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection from the dead. In this short series of sermons that were originally delivered in 2025, we are drawn into these events through the eyes and the experiences of five people. Some were very close to Jesus throughout his ministry whilst others appear momentarily. But all can say the same thing: that they met Jesus. In the second talk in this series, we consider Peter and in so doing, are invited to once again look at events through eyes that may feel familiar. Peter features regularly within the gospels and is known for his passion and for his loyalty to Jesus. He became one of the most important leaders of the 'Way' (the early Christian Church) after Jesus' resurrection. Even so, when it came to the moment when Jesus was arrested, Peter is also famous for denying he knew him.  You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    41 min

  5. MAR 30

    Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 1: Mary the Magdalene

    Ask Dean a question Holy Week Special - Easter People Part 1: Mary the Magdalene Holy Week is a time when we can reflect on the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection from the dead. In this short series of sermons that were originally delivered in 2025, we are drawn into these events through the eyes and the experiences of five people. Some were very close to Jesus throughout his ministry whilst others appear momentarily. But all can say the same thing: that they met Jesus. In the first of the series, we consider Mary the Magdalene and in so doing, are invited to look at events through familiar eyes, because we all know who Mary the Magdalene is ... don't we? You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    35 min

  6. MAR 27

    The Way of Exodus Part 8 - Redemption is just the Beginning

    Ask Dean a question The Way of Exodus Part 8 - Redemption is just the Beginning In this, the eighth podcast in this series, Exodus chapters 14–17 show us something that is easy to miss: the Red Sea was the miracle… but it wasn't the destination. It was just the beginning. God rescues His people in a dramatic moment, but now begins the process of formation, now begins the long journey and the patient ministering that will teach His people how to live as free people who trust Him day by day. Very quickly the questions within the narrative change from "Will God get us out?" to "Will God keep us?" And the answer, again and again, is yes. In the wilderness God gives daily bread — manna that trains them in dependence rather than panic. He shows daily protection — not by removing every threat, but by going before them and standing between them and what would destroy them. Rescue is real, but it's not the end; God sustains what He saves. But the deepest point of all was this: the goal was never just to be drawn "out of slavery." The goal was that the Hebrews would be drawn into relationship. God wants to have a relationship with humanity and, in this instance, with His people. journey isn't simply from bondage to survival — it's from bondage to communion, from fear to worship, from Pharaoh's rule that leads to slavery and death, to God’s which leads to life. This is amplified in chapter 25: "Let them make me a sanctuary, that I may dwell among them" (Exodus 25:8). And this is where we need to make the connection to the Gospel narrative. This is where the Exodus story is utterly relevant to our own lives. When we follow Jesus are released from the bondage of sin and death. He leads us out of Egypt and through the Red Sea. But just as that was just the beginning of a lifetime journey with God for the Hebrews, so it is for us: we are invited to journey through our lives with God before us and behind us. We are forgiven, filled with the spirit and we are invited to abide. We are brought into a relationship with God: as Moses brought the Hebrews, Jesus brings us. And underneath all of it is a truth that can take a lifetime to sink in: God loves you because He loves you. Not because you're impressive, useful, consistent, strong, or sorted. There isn't a deeper "why" to earn or uncover. His love comes from His own heart and that's what makes worship the fitting response from rescued people. If you find what Dean has said interesting and have a question, please use the 'Ask Dean' link to get it to us as we will try to put together a Q and R podcast in due course. Thank you for your support and for listening in! You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    39 min

  7. MAR 20

    The Exodus Way Part 7 - Holding Your Peace

    Ask Dean a question The Exodus Way Part 7 - Holding Your Peace In this podcast we sit in that Red Sea moment: deep water in front of us, pressure behind us, and no obvious way through. We look at Exodus 13–14 and Psalm 106 and are reminded of something many of us need to hear again: God does not bring us to impossible places to mock us. He brings us there to show us who He is and to lead us into freedom. A big part of what is unpacked here is what it means to hold our peace. When Scripture says, "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still," it doesn't mean doing nothing forever. Instead, it means stopping the panic, the inner noise, and the reflex reactions that we have long enough to hear God clearly. Whilst fear may show up, holding your peace means that fear doesn't get to drive. Stillness is not passivity; it's a posture of trust enabling us to listen before we take the next step of obedience. As Exodus 14 leads into Exodus 15 we discover that rescue leads to worship. The Hebrews didn't just survive, they sang! Is this something we can transfer into our own lives? Do we let our hearts sing as we walk with God through our own lives? God is still teaching us the same rhythm: hold your peace, listen, move, and trust Him with the outcome. Reflection Where have you experienced a time where you thought you were ready but God said not yet?When fear starts talking, what kind of story does it usually tell you (about God, yourself, or the situation)?What does "reverse gear" look like for you when life feels hard (withdrawing, overthinking, anger, numbing, people-pleasing, etc.)?Where might God be asking you not to force an outcome, but to trust His direction one step at a time?What would worship-as-response look like for you this week. Not just expressing our feelings, but a way of saying, "God has done it" or "God is with me"?A simple practice for this week: HOLD YOUR PEACE If you find yourself spiralling, reacting, or feeling overwhelmed, try this (even for 60 seconds): P — Pause Slow down and don't react straight away. E — Examine Notice what you're feeling, wanting, and assuming. A — Attend to God Pray and bring this moment under Jesus' lordship. C — Choose Take the next faithful, loving, truthful step. E — Entrust Leave the outcome with God. You don't have to do this perfectly. The point is simply to make space for God before fear takes over. If you find what Dean has said interesting and have a question, please use the 'Ask Dean' link to get it to us as we will try to put together a Q and R podcast in due course. Thank you for your support and for listening in! You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    39 min

  8. MAR 20

    The Exodus Way Part 6 - Where is the Lamb?

    Ask Dean a question The Exodus Way Part 6 - Where is the Lamb?  As we have already seen, the plagues aren't God losing His temper. They are God exposing false gods, handing people over to what they insist on trusting, and repeatedly inviting repentance. The story isn't just about one stubborn man. It's about an entire death-shaped system. An empire built on fear, power, and the lie that some lives matter less than others. Pharaoh embodies it, but the machine is bigger than him. When we get to Exodus 12, we find God finishing His work to bring "judgment on all the gods of Egypt." The plagues pull the mask off a whole way of life. The Nile, the sun, livestock, even Pharaoh himself. Each one is exposed as impotent, empty, and ‘unable to save’. And then we arrive at Passover. Modern ears find it stark. The death of the firstborn is grievous. It's meant to be. It forces us to face a sobering truth: evil, when welcomed in, does not stay small. Egypt had already ordered Hebrew sons to be killed and had chosen a world where that kind of violence was permitted. The night of Passover is a terrible moral symmetry in a world where death has been normalised because it is now Egypt’s firstborn who are the target and the Hebrew’s who are shielded. But even here, something deeper is happening. We often picture "Passover" as God skipping certain houses. But the language hints at something richer. God does not merely avoid the marked homes. He stands over them. He shields. He covers. The blood is not a sign to keep God away. It is a sign of refuge. This house belongs to Yahweh. Outside that protection, people are handed over to the destroyer whose way of life they have chosen. Inside, they are covered over by mercy. And Jesus uses this event as the key to explain what He came to do. The Gospels spend extraordinary space on Jesus' final week because the cross is the centre of the story. At the Last Supper, Jesus doesn't give a lecture explaining His death. He gives a meal. Herbs for bitterness, because evil and suffering are real and God does not ask us to pretend otherwise. Bread for urgency, because salvation calls for a response. A step. A decision to seek shelter. Wine for promise, because God binds Himself to His people. And the Lamb? In Matthew's account we hear about the dipping bowl for the herbs, the bread, and the cup, but the lamb is conspicuously absent. Not because there is no lamb, but because Jesus is the Lamb. In Exodus, God judges a death-world and makes a doorway through judgment by a lamb handed over in the people's place. In the Gospels, Jesus is handed over by Judas, by leaders, by Pilate, and ultimately He walks into the "hour of darkness" so that darkness can spend itself on Him. And because He is handed over, we can be covered. Under Him there is protection. Safety. Deliverance. We don't talk as much about the blood of Jesus as Christians once did. But Scripture does. The blood of Jesus is not superstition. It is shorthand for the finished work of Christ. It means guilt is removed. It means accusation loses its voice. It means you belong to God. And it means the destroyer does not get the final word. Passover isn't a religious tradition to admire. It's a shelter to step into. A God who stands You can see past sermons on the Leominster Baptist Church website at https://www.youtube.com/@leobc2402/streams and can contact us directly with your feedback or queries through the Ask Dean a Question link at the top of the episode description text. Leominster Baptist Church can be found on Etnam Street in Leominster, Herefordshire. To find out more about us, visit our website leobc.co.uk. If you would like to speak to someone about anything that you have heard on our podcasts please give us a call and ask for a chat.

    37 min
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At Leominster Baptist Church, our deepest desire is for everyone, everywhere to experience the love, grace, and transforming power of Jesus in their everyday lives. We believe faith isn’t just for Sundays—it’s for every moment, every challenge, and every joy. Our vision is simple yet life-changing: to help people build an everyday relationship with Jesus— so they can live with him, like him and for him. This is a relationship that shapes their decisions, strengthens their hearts, and fills their lives with hope. Whether you’re new to faith, exploring what it means to follow Christ, or looking for a community to grow with, we invite you to join us on this journey. Wherever you are, whatever your story, you can walk with Jesus every day.

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  • Creator
    Leominster Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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    © 2026 Growing Together in the Gospel
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