1 John
Part 1 | 1 John Part 1 – Stay Close to the Light | Don Treader talks of the importance of staying close to Jesus and what that looks like in today’s world. |
Part 2 | 1 John Part 2 — Out with the Old, in with the New | Don Treader uses video editing to illustrate what becoming a Christian means – the ultimate cross-fade! |
Part 3 | 1 John Part 3 – Confidence Building | Don Treader encourages getting active for God, the only real confidence builder. |
Part 4 | 1 John Part 4 – Love Expels Fear | Dee Jay M talks about the power of love to eliminate doubt and fear. |
Part 5 | 1 John Part 5 – Proof | Don Treader and Dee Jay M show how to prove Jesus really was the Son of God. Could you be one? |
Acts
Adoption
Part 1 | Adoption Part 1 — Faith and Works | Brian Fowler and Don Treader introduce Adoption. Amie Aitken talks and sings of her experience. Meditation – putting our faith into action. (We’re indebted to Amie Aitken for permitting her songs to be included in this podcast). |
Part 2 | Adoption Part 2 — Experiences | Brian Fowler and Don Treader continue to look at adoption. Interviews with Krish Kandiah (“Home For Good”) and Andy Hayes. |
Christmas Characters
Part 1 | Part 1 – To Believe or Not To Believe (Zechariah and Joseph) | Don Treader compares and contrasts two Christmas characters – Zechariah and Joseph. |
Part 2 | Part 2 – The Christmas Experience – A Full Life! | Don Treader talks about some Christmas experiences and how to gain a full life. |
Part 3 | Part 3 – Baby Faith (Mary and Elizabeth) | Sheila compares and contrasts Mary and Elizabeth who talk about the feelings regarding Motherhood. |
Part 4 | Part 4 – Open Up (Herod and the Three Kings) | Don Mark 2 encourages us to open up to God this Christmas by contrasting Herod and the Three Kings. |
Part 5 | Part 5 – He’s here! | Don Treader talks about the anticipation, joy, fulfillment and knowing the presence of God now that Jesus has arrived. |
Christmas Echos
Part 1 | Part 1 – Prelude To Christmas | Christmas is a festival of light – Don Treader examines Matthew’s dreams and makes them pertinent for those seeking guidance today. |
Part 2 | Part 2 – Echo of the Wise Man | Don Mark 2 and Don Treader examine the stories around the Wise Men and encourage us to search for Jesus. |
Part 3 | Part 3 – Echo of the Innkeeper | Dee Jay M and Don Treader examine Bethlehem’s role in the Christmas Story and encourage us to make room for Jesus. |
Part 4 | Part 4 – Echo of the Shepherd | DJ Smooth and Don Treader examine the role of the shepherd in the Christmas story. |
Jesus
Part 1 | Jesus Part 1 — Early Start | Don Treader takes a new look at the earlier years of Jesus. |
Part 2 | Jesus Part 2 — Start Again | Don Treader looks at the baptism and encourages us to take advantage of a new start. |
Part 3 | Jesus Part 3 — Stand Up to Temptation | DJ Smooth explores the tempations of Jesus in the desert and gives practical advice for us today. |
Part 4 | Jesus Part 4 — Walk on The Water | Don Mark 2 show’s how it is possible to rise above life’s difficulties with Jesus. |
Part 5 | Jesus Part 5 — Freedom | Don Treader talks about life style change relating it to Jesus and demon possession. |
Part 6 | Jesus Part 6 — Be Healed! | Sheila personalises 4 of Jesus’ healing miracles to make them relevant for us today. |
Part 7 | Jesus Part 7 — Live! | Don Treader looks at Jesus Power to raise the dead. Sample the experience! |
Part 8 | Jesus Part 8 — Thief in the Night | Dj Smooth talks about Jesus teachings on the end times and our need to be ready. |
Part 9 | Jesus Part 9 — Kingdom Growth | Don Mark2 Looks at how seeds have the power to affect our lives and future. |
Part 10 | Jesus Part 10 — Face Up! | Dee Jay M reflects on the highs and lows of Jesus’ last week to give us encouragement. |
Part 11 | Jesus Part 11 — Square Up! | Don Treader, DJ Smooth and Sheila meditate on the Crucifixion of Jesus. |
Part 12 | Jesus Part 12 — Rise Again | Don Treader examines the emotions around and the implications of Jesus’ Resurrection. |
Meet the Team
Part 1 | Meet the Team Part 1 — Don Treader | We are just ordinary people who wish to introduce you to Jesus and the ‘uplift’ He can bring. If you’re seeking spiritual awareness and a sense of fulfilment then you’re in the right place. If you’re a Christian, you’re equally welcome. The programmes are designed to uplift not threaten or pressurise. They should enrich you not us – we are not interested in your money. Simplicity, support, spiritual satisfaction, all linked to a beautiful sound – that’s what motivates us and makes us happy to serve you. |
Part 2 | Meet the Team Part 2 — Neil (Dee Jay M) | |
Part 3 | Meet the Team Part 3 — Donald (Don Mark2) | |
Part 4 | Meet the Team Part 4 — Connor (DJ Smooth) | |
Part 5 | Meet the Team Part 5 – George Wilson | |
Part 6 | Meet the Team Part 6 — Sheila | |
Part 7 | Meet the Team Part 7 – Jayne | |
Part 8 | Meet the Team Part 8 — All Interviews | Combined interviews with the UCF team. |
Outreach
Part 1 | Way to Go | ‘The fields are ready to be harvested’, said Jesus. Don Treader examines this claim and points out that outreach is not optional, but a command for the here and now.
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Part 2 | Reaching Out With Matthew | ‘Go into all the world’, said Jesus. Don Treader examines the last chapter of Matthew’s Gospel – meeting with Jesus will lead to an unlimited outreach on our part, and better still, He goes with us. |
Part 3 | Reaching Out With Mark | ‘I will work with you,’ said Jesus. Don Treader examines the last chapter of Mark’s Gospel – meeting with Jesus leads to an expectation of a dynamic supernaturally based outreach because He’s with us. Opening up to Him opens you to the world.
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Part 4 | Reaching Out With Luke | ‘Wait till the Spirit comes upon you,’ said Jesus. Don Treader examines the last chapter of Luke’s Gospel. Meeting with the risen Jesus is not enough, the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Outreach demands Spirit filled and led believers, so waiting on God’s power is vital.
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Part 5 | Reaching Out With John | ‘Come and break-fast, feed my sheep’, said Jesus. Don Treader examines the last chapter of John’s Gospel. Before outreach, you need to meet with the risen Jesus on the shore of your experience and let Him re-commission you for the work.
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Parables of Jesus
Part 1 | Parables of Jesus Part 1 — The Lost Son | Don Treader investigates what it feels like to be in ‘the far country’ and how to go home again. |
Part 2 | Parables of Jesus Part 2 — The Good Samaritan | Don Treader investigates the downward spiral of life and the way up again. |
Part 3 | Parables of Jesus Part 3 — The Two Debtors | Don Mark 2 investigates the power of forgiveness in helping us reach God. |
Part 4 | Parables of Jesus Part 4 — The Barren Tree | George investigates achievement in life, the lack of it and what God expects of us. |
Part 5 | Parables of Jesus Part 5 — The Rich Fool | Don Treader looks at upgrading our goods and early retirement in God’s Plan of things. |
Part 6 | Parables of Jesus Part 6 — The Sower and The Seed | DJ Smooth deals with our varied responses to God and His desires for us. |
Part 7 | Parables of Jesus Part 7 — The Buried Treasure | Sheila talks of her Guide Dog Helen as an unexpected treasure and links this with our relationship to God. |
Part 8 | Parables of Jesus Part 8 – The Final Judgement | Don Treader offers hope in the terrifying turmoil of what we all must face in the end. |
Psalms of Inspiration
Part 1 | Psalms of Inspiration Part 1 — Guidance | Don Treader takes a new look at the 23rd Psalm. |
Part 2 | Psalms of Inspiration Part 2 — Protection | Dj Smooth talks of God’s protection for us by diving deeper into Psalm 91. |
Part 3 | Psalms of Inspiration Part 3 — Transaction (Psalm 32) | Don Mark 2 highlights the simple path from sin to joy found in Psalm 32. An exchange is possible all because of Jesus. |
Part 4 | Psalms of Inspiration Part 4 — Upwards (Psalm 40) | Juan Cruz describes the journey from the pit to standing on solid ground. God is a rock that can be trusted. |
Part 5 | Psalms of Inspiration Part 5 — Building (Psalm 127) | George tells us how he lost out on life’s best when he didn’t include God in the building. |
Ruth and Jonah
Part 1 | Ruth and Jonah Part 1 – Coming Back | Don Treader challenges us with life choices. |
Part 2 | Ruth and Jonah Part 2 – Staying Close | Don Mark2 shows that staying close to God can bring some amazing benefits. |
Part 3 | Ruth and Jonah Part 3 — Flex Your Muscles | Staying a baby is not an option. Don Treader shows how exercising faith like Ruth’s and Naomi’s will secure your future. |
Part 4 | Ruth and Jonah Part 4 — Secure Your Future | Don Mark2 shows how having an attitude like Ruth’s will ensure a fulfilled, far-reaching future. |
Part 5 | Ruth and Jonah Part 5 – The Way Back | Don Treader looks at avoidance techniques and how to repair the damage. |
Part 6 | Ruth and Jonah Part 6 — The Way Out | George shows how being limited or confined can help us focus on the more important things of life. |
Part 7 | Ruth and Jonah Part 7 – The Way In | Don Treader shows how effective we can be when given a second chance like Jonah. |
Part 8 | Ruth and Jonah Part 8 – The Way Forward | Don Mark2 suggests that God’s mercy is beyond our understanding. Go with it and benefit! |
Part 9 | Ruth and Jonah Part 9 — The Way to Heaven… | Don Treader draws examples from Ruth and Jonah to aid us in our quest for heaven. |
Specials
Part 1 | Specials Part 1 — Bob Noble & Papua New Guinea | Don Treader Interviews Bob Noble about his life, faith and work with Wycliffe. Ends with challenging message. |
Part 2 | Specials Part 2 — Marriage Rededication | Don Treader Interviews Bob Noble about his life, faith and work with Wycliffe. Ends with challenging message. |
Part 3 | Specials Part 3 — Lost! | Jayne, Dee Jay M & Don Treader examine what it’s like to be lost – and found. |
Part 4 | Specials Part 4 — Live! | Don Treader and Ezekiel 37 – how God can give us a full life, taking our ‘dry bone’ existence and making it live again. |
Part 5 | Specials Part 5 — Are You Available | Don Mark2 presents challenging conclusions from the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. |
Ten Commandments
Part 1 | Ten Commandments Part 1 — Other Gods | Don Treader and Dee Jay M talk about Commandment 1. Meditation by Don Treader on God Avoidance. |
Part 2 | Ten Commandments Part 2 — Images of God | Don Treader and Don Mark2 talk about Commandment 2. Meditation by Don Mark2 on image building. |
Part 3 | Ten Commandments Part 3 — Gods Name | Dee Jay M and Don Treader discuss Commandment 3. Meditation by Don Treader on Knowing God and dropping the oath. |
Part 4 | Ten Commandments Part 4 — The Sabbath | Dee Jay M and Don Treader discuss Commandment 4. Meditation by Don Treader on making the most of today. |
Part 5 | Ten Commandments Part 5 — Parents | Don Mark2 and Don Treader discuss Commandment 5. Meditation by Don Mark2 on this special relationship and God’s promise concerning it. |
Part 6 | Ten Commandments Part 6 — Murder | |
Part 7 | Ten Commandments Part 7 — Adultery | |
Part 8 | Ten Commandments Part 8 — Stealing | Don Mark2 and Don Treader discuss Commandment 8. Meditation by Don Mark2 on ‘Are We God Robbers?’ |
Part 9 | Ten Commandments Part 9 — Lying | Dee Jay M and Don Treader discuss Commandment 9. Meditation by Dee Jay M on ‘Are You Earthbound Or Can You Soar?’ |
Part 10 | Ten Commandments Part 10 — Wrong Desires | Don Treader and Dee Jay M look at Commandment 10. Don Treader meditates on the goal of the Ten Commandments – a loving relationship. |
The Easter Experience
Part 1 | Maundy Thursday | Dee Jay M and Don Treader explore how Jesus might have felt the night before He was executed. |
Part 2 | Good Friday | Dee Jay M and Don Treader consider how Jesus dealt with Good Friday and the time between his crucifixion and resurrection. |
Part 3 | Easter Sunday | Dee Jay M and Don Treader explore the joy Jesus felt after his resurrection and being reunited with His Father and His followers.
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Part 4 | Easter Experience – Reflections | DoctorJ, Dee Jay M and Don Treader explore how Jesus felt throughout the latter stages of Holy Week. Dee Jay M reads from DoctorJ’s book “36”. The programme ends with reflections from Don Treader and uplifting Easter music.
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