The Gospel Challenge during Lent

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Lent is a time in the Christian calendar when over the period of six weeks (40 days-not including Sundays) we reflect on Christ’s life, death and resurrection.  In 2026 Lent begins Wednesday 18th February.

During this time we are encouraging you to ask the Lord how you might spend this time to come apart with Him. One thing to consider is the “Gospel Challenge” in which you can read through the four gospels over Lent.

40Day Gospel Challenge

We would love to hear testimonies of how you have been impacted during this time.

Small Group Questions

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Nest time we will finish looking at Psalm 57 which was written by David in a time of distress. He had been anointed to be the next king, and as a result, he was fleeing from King Saul who was seeking to kill him and hiding in a cave.

Read Job 42:2-3 and Ephesians 1:11

What do these verses tell us about God’s activity in His creation?

What aspects of the following definition of providence stand out to you and why?

“God’s providence is both his eternal, perfect knowledge of all things and his active, ongoing activity in and authority over creation… providence speaks to God’s creation of all things, his salvation of sinners, and his carrying of all things to their intended end.” Matthew Emerson and Brandon Smith 

Read Psalm 57:2-3

After saying that “God fulfills his purpose for me” David goes on to declare several ways in which God does this in the following verse. What ways does God act to do this?

Read Psalm 57:6

What does this verse tells us about David’s expectation that God acts to “overrule (evil) in His providence” and how can we apply this to our lives?

Read Psalm 57:4-6, Matthew 26:37 and Luke 22:39-46

How does Psalm 57:4-6 prophetically point to the cross of Christ?

Read Acts 2:23 and Acts 4:27-28

What do these verses tell us about how God achieved His sovereign plans?

How does the following quote speak to the question above?

“Suffering then is not outside God’s plan but a part of it… Jesus was crucified “according to the definite plan” of God, and yet the hands that put him to death were guilty of injustice and “lawlessness.” In other words, the death of Jesus was destined to happen by God’s will—it was not possible that it would not happen. Yet no one who betrayed and put Jesus to death was forced to do it. They all freely chose what they did and were fully liable and responsible for their decisions.” Timothy Keller

Read Matthew 1:21

What does this tell us about the cross and God’s eternal purposes?

Read 1 Corinthians 2:7-8 and Hebrews 2:14-15

How do these verses show God overruling evil to achieve His sovereign purposes?

What confidence does it bring that God “works all things according to the council of His will?”

Check out ‘YOU ARE THE CHRIST’ by our friends Phillip and Sarah Anderson

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Check out this new song ‘YOU ARE THE CHRIST’ by our friends Phillip and Sarah Anderson. It glorifies Christ Jesus our Lord! For more details about the song click here. Please listen and share!

Can we pray for you?

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We are praying for Lanark.  Can we pray for you?

The Bridge Church is a mix of people, varying in age and background, in pursuit of God. Our lives have been changed through relationship with Jesus and we want others to know what He’s done for us.

Please let us know you would like prayer or if you would like to talk about relationship with Jesus.

For prayer or more information about knowing God, call us on 07845 871639 or check out our website for more details.

Classical Conversations: an exciting home educating opportunity!

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Where Learning Develops Naturally.

You’ve Got This, We’ve Got You.

Classical Conversations is the home educating program known for connecting lives through learning.

Home educating your child is a big step. You don’t have to do it alone! With Classical Conversations, you are connected to a local community of fellow families all walking the home educating journey together.

Community offers a unique opportunity for families to experience a strong sense of belonging while also receiving tangible support and practical resources.

We’re the home educating program that helps you cultivate an inquisitive, thoughtful child through an intentional, community based approach. Learning together with families like yours, you’re equipped with the tools and support to teach a Christ-centred worldview that’s rooted in the classical model.

We have curriculum to support your child’s learning from toddler age through all their high school years.

To find out more about Classical Conversations please contact Esther Franklin on 07845871639.

Got questions about faith? Ask at Alpha.

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Alpha is a series of weekly sessions where you can explore the Christian faith in an open-minded and welcoming environment.

There’s no cost, and no pressure. Just lots of great conversation and space to think.

Each session includes a short talk and time of discussion where you can share your thoughts about what you’ve heard.

Whatever questions you’ve got, you can ask them at Alpha.

Please call 07845 871639 to express your interest or for any questions.

Be sure to check out the free Ebook “Why Jesus” by Nicky Gumbel of Alpha.

What do your dreams tell you? (Dream workshop and interpretation)

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Heather Sutherland lead us in a “Dream lab” which was workshop to learn more about how God speaks to us through dreams with an opportunity for dream interpretation.  This was followed by teaching on dreams in Scripture and dream interpretation at the Bridge Cafe. Let us know if you would like more details about similar events in the future.

Streams Ministries course: Signs, Wonders, Healings & Miracles

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What’s the secret of healing and miracles?

Over the coming months we will be going through the Streams Ministries course: “Signs, Wonders, Healings & Miracles.” Taught by John Paul Jackson, this course discusses spiritual principles that will dramatically enhance how you minister to others. Learn the mysteries of communion and its correlation to a person’s health, come to know the personality and operation of the Holy Spirit on a whole new level, and more!

To participate in this course you will need to register for a small cost and a manual will be provided. Please contact us on 07845 871 639 if you are interested or have any questions.

The course includes 17 sessions and the specific dates can be found in the events section of our website (we plan to complete the course by July 2025).

Streams Prophetic Training

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Heather Sutherland and Heather Thorpe led us in a Streams Prophetic Training Course. Below is a sample of what was covered in the teaching.

Friday night

  1. Introduction
  2. How God Speaks
  3. How is your love life? – Important to be rooted in relationship with God.
  4. Prophetic Exercise

Saturday morning

  1. Recap
  2. Teaching – Role of Prophecy within the church
  3. Prophetic Exercise
  4. Teaching – Prophecy in outreach settings.
  5. Prophetic Exercise

Saturday Afternoon

  1. Recap
  2. Teaching – Prophetic Protocols
  3. Prophetic exercise
  4. Teaching – Prophetic Team dynamics
  5. Prophetic exercise
  6. Close

For more information about Streams Ministries check out their website. Let us know if you would like more details about similar events in the future.

An evening with John Thomas

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Many thanks to John Thomas who led us in a time of teaching and prayer ministry (John is president of Streams Ministries International). 

Let us know if you would like more details about similar events in the future.