Lucas on Life

<p>At the end of a week when glittering stars gathered for the annual Oscars ceremony, join Jeff as he introduces us to three unsung heroes - they'll never be famous on earth, but they’re surely famous in heaven.</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.</p>

<p>This last saw the passing of Baroness Betty Boothroyd, the first woman speaker of the House of Commons. Betty was celebrated by many for her wisdom, wit - and kindness. So join Jeff this week as he considers, how we can change the world - with kindness.</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>In the wake of so called Seatbeltgate, where Prime Minister Rishi Sunak received a fixed penalty and made national headlines, Join Jeff for Lucas on Life as he asks the question: just how self aware are we? </p>

<p>At the end of a week where we have heard that the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, has resigned because of burnout, join Jeff as he considers the question - are we living out lives at frazzled warp speed - heading in the same direction?</p>

<p>The news this weekend is dominated by the publication of Prince Harrys book, Spare, this coming Tuesday. As we consider the sad sight of long standing conflicts being played out in the public square, Jeff Lucas calls us to consider how well we do with conflict. Are our churches places where healthy conflict can happen - and are we people who like to go looking for trouble?</p>

<p>At the time of the year when we consider resolutions, Jeff shares his one resolution for 2023 - and that is an intentional choice to be available to God.</p>

<p>Join Jeff as he prepares for Christmas</p>

<p>This last week it was reported that Christians are now in the minority in the UK. In the light of that news, join Jeff as he considers a challenged given by the Archbishop of York - that we all, in word and deed, work to make Jesus known.</p>

<p>This week, in America and Canada, the annual holiday of thanksgiving has been celebrated. Join Jeff to consider how we should live thankful lives, even when life is tough and how thankfulness, year-round, is good for our health. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>You really wouldn’t think it would be so difficult, just putting your foot on the break of life, yet sometimes, it’s essential and waiting, is part of the deal too. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Perhaps you’ve noticed it too. Our news bulletins seem to be crammed packed with bad news. While we don’t want to put our heads in the sand, too much bad news can seriously affect the mind and the soul. This Sunday join Jeff for a show which contains nothing but good news…</p>

<p>We're all consumers. We're clear about what we like, we want life to be done our way. But what if that attitude prevails in our local churches, and we become customers rather than congregants? Join Jeff Lucas as he considers the challenge of church consumerism.</p>

<p>This last week, the hugely popular singer and actor Olivia Newton John passed away. As tributes poured in, there was one word that so many used to describe her - it was her kindness. This week, on Lucas on Life, Jeff consider how we can change the world - with the power of kindness.</p>

<p>Surely it was a moment of cheer for most, as England's lionesses brought football home. And so this week join Jeff as he reflects on his own less than illustrious sporting careers, and introduces us to a 75 year old centre forward called Josie.</p>

<p>It’s become a centre peice in all our lives. But are our laptops our phones, our watches helping us, or dominating us? Join Jeff Sunday at 8 as he considers how we might tame our technology</p>

<p>What do we do when we fall out and get into conflict with other believers, when church becomes a battleground? Join Jeff Lucas for the second programme on how to disagree in the right, biblical way. </p>

<p>Christians disagree-conflict is healthy and neutral. We come from a huge variety of backgrounds and opinions - but in a world of shouting and rancour, how can we disagree….agreeably?</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>There's quite a shortage of one commodity, yet it usually costs nothing - and that's kindness. Join Jeff for Lucas on Life, as he share about how his own life - and then the life of a local gangster - was changed by the power of kindness</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us. </p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.</p>

<p>In the wake of repeated headlines and rumors about abuse of power in the House of Commons, with charges of bullying and mysogony abounding, Jeff calls us to look at our churches, which can ge safe, healthy families, or place where spiritual abuse takes place. Join Jeff Sunday etc...</p>

<p>In a week where there’s been a lot of talk about forgiveness - partygate included - we know that whatever our political opinions on Mr Johnsons drinks party, that we, in our own lives, are called to walk in forgiveness. But forgiveness is easy to talk about, harder to walk in. Join Jeff on Lucas on Life etc…..forgiveness</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.</p>

<p>This last week, Gerald Coates, a well-known figure in the UK church, went home to be with the Lord. In this weeks Lucas on Life, Jeff reflects on the impact that Gerald made on him personally, in a call for us to be us, the people that God made us to be, and also the need for us to rely on the help of the Holy Spirit.</p>

<p>This week the headlines were filled with the news that Will slapped Chris - because he was offended by a joke. Join Jeff for Lucas on Life, as we reflect on what being offended all the time can do to us, to our relationships and our churches</p>

<p class="x_MsoNormal">Doubt. it’s something most Christians can experience, but at times we are reluctant to talk about it. Join Jeff Lucas for Lucas on Life, as we talk honestly and openly about the uncomfortable subject of doubt. </p>

<p>It’s what we followers of Jesus are called to, but the question is - is it actually happening in our lives, or have we surrendered to sameness? Join Jeff Lucas for Lucas on Life, Sunday at 8.</p>

<p>Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.</p>

<p>Decisions - we make many of them every day, and we want to choose wisely. This Sunday at 8, join Jeff Lucas as he reflect on the power of good choices. </p>

<p>Fear can paralyze us - but Jesus calls us to ‘not be afraid. And He does it repeatedly. Join Jeff Lucas as we consider fear and courage. </p>

<p>In a week when there has been so much conflict in Westminster, we’re going to look at how we, as follows of Jesus, handle disagreement. How can we learn to disagree well. Lucas on Life. Sunday at 8pm.</p>

<p>The church is meant to be a lighthouse people, modeling what life with God likes like. But that doesn’t happen if were fighting, squabbling, dividing. So join Jeff Lucas for Lucas on Life Sunday at 8, in a second program that focuses on maintaining unity</p>

<p>The Bible calls us to maintain unity in our churches, but often, sadly, we do the opposite, and that presents a sad message to a watching world. So how can we maintain unity? </p>