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  1. 5d ago

    Thessalonians Week 8 - God's righteous judgement

    This week’s reflection opens 2 Thessalonians 1 and explores the themes of perseverance, hope, and God’s faithfulness in difficult times. Rather than rushing through the passage, it helps you sit with it and consider what it says about Christian life, character, and witness. If you’re looking for a short listen with substance, this episode offers a quiet challenge as well as encouragement. It is a good one to hear on the move or to revisit later in the week.

    8 min

  2. May 20

    Thessalonians: Week 7 - Children of Light

    In this week’s midweek reflection, Penny, one of the wardens in Cove parish, opens up 1 Thessalonians 5:1–28 and Paul’s teaching about the coming “day of the Lord.” She relates to the Thessalonians’ desire to be organised and ready, wanting times and dates for Jesus’ return, and explains why neither they – nor we – are given that level of detail. Through Paul’s images of a thief in the night and sudden labour pains, Penny shows that the focus is not on predicting a timetable but on being people who are constantly ready: awake, alert, and living as children of light, not of darkness. She then walks through Paul’s very practical picture of church life: respecting those who work hard, encouraging the timid and the weak, refusing revenge, being kind to one another, worshipping joyfully, praying continually, giving thanks, listening to God’s word, avoiding evil, and holding fast to what is good. The reflection invites listeners to imagine what it would look like for Cove parish to embody this – a joyful, welcoming community where people look out for each other, worship deeply, and serve with generosity (and great coffee and cakes along the way!). It closes with a call to “take part, stay awake” and to ask whether God might be calling each of us to step more fully into living as true children of light.

    9 min

  3. May 13

    Thessalonians: Week 6 - The Coming of the Lord

    This week’s midweek reflection is given by Paul and focuses on 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, a passage that addresses the pain of loss and the Christian hope that stands within it. Beginning with the reality of bereavement and the questions death naturally raises, Paul explains why the Thessalonian believers were so concerned about fellow Christians who had already died before Christ’s return. He traces how Paul’s letter reassures them in three important ways: Christians do grieve, but not without hope; those who die before Jesus returns will not miss out; and the coming of the Lord is a real future event that all believers can look forward to. The reflection connects these truths to our own lives today, helping listeners think about how the resurrection of Jesus reshapes fear, sorrow, and the way we encourage one another. This is a gentle, thoughtful episode that offers real comfort without rushing past the seriousness of loss. Listen in for a biblical perspective on death, resurrection, and the lasting hope of being with Christ forever.

    9 min

  4. May 7

    Thessalonians: Week 5 - Living to please God

    As our special double-reflection week continues, Tony leads us through 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12 and Paul’s teaching on “living to please God.” He begins with an honest question: why does Paul urge the Thessalonians to live to please God and love one another more and more when, on the surface, they already seem to be doing well? From there, Tony explores Paul’s sober warnings about sexual immorality, the pull of a culture with low moral standards, and the subtle ways God’s people can begin to drift when temptation is left unchecked. He also highlights Paul’s concern about idleness, dependence on handouts, and looking down on manual labour, and shows how these attitudes can divide communities and damage our witness. Rather than offering a checklist, this reflection points us back to sanctification – being made holy as the Spirit conforms us to the image of Jesus – and to a life that quietly earns the respect of those outside the church. Listen in to be both encouraged and challenged to keep growing in love, discipline, and daily obedience, even when “everything in the garden seems rosy.”

    7 min

  5. May 5

    Thessalonians: Week 4 - Timothy's Report

    This episode of our midweek reflection comes a little later than planned, and it kicks off a special double-reflection week. Gemma opens up 1 Thessalonians 3:1–13, where Paul, separated from the Thessalonian church and deeply concerned for their struggles, sends Timothy to strengthen and encourage them. Through stories of notes in a suitcase and simple “I’m praying for you today” texts, Gemma invites us to see how God uses ordinary encouragement to help us stand firm in extraordinary pressures. She highlights that trials are not a sign that something has gone wrong, but part of following a crucified and risen Saviour whose own life on earth was marked by challenge. Without giving away the ending, this reflection gently reminds us that we are part of the family of God, known and loved by Him and upheld by one another. Listen in to be stirred to persevere in faith, and to consider who God might be calling you to cheer on this week. This is the first of two reflections coming out this week (today and Thursday); from next week we’ll be back to our usual Wednesday slot.

    8 min

  6. Apr 15

    ✨ Week 2 — Paul's Ministry Example | 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12

    Cove Parish Podcast

    6 min

  7. Apr 8

    🌟 Week 1 — Introduction & Thanksgiving | 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10

    Thessalonians: A Journey Through Faith, Hope & the Return of Christ📖 A letter written 2,000 years ago. Still completely alive. ✨ This week we begin a brand new 12-week series through Paul's letters to the Thessalonians — and it starts somewhere unexpected. Before a single instruction is given, Paul stops to say thank you. 🙏 Why does that matter? Watch and find out. In just 10 minutes you'll discover what made this tiny, pressure-tested community so remarkable — and why their story has something urgent to say to us right now. 🔥 👉 New episode every week. Subscribe so you don't miss one. 💬 What stood out to you? Drop it in the comments. #beingfamily #onefamilytwohomes

    7 min

  8. Apr 1

    Living in Expectation of the Lord’s Return ✨📖

    Cove Parish Podcast

    7 min
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Weekly reflection

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  • Creator
    Cove Parish
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
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    Copyright © Cove Parish
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