Know Surrender
Ian serves as the unpaid pastor and a trustee of Bootle Protestant Free Church, guiding the fellowship with a blend of biblical conviction, historical awareness, and gentle pastoral care. After a lifetime of professional work, he now devotes his time to preaching, teaching, and helping the church think faithfully about Scripture in a changing world.
His ministry is shaped by a commitment to clear, accessible exposition of the Bible, a love for church history, and a desire to help believers understand the depth and beauty of the Christian faith. Know Surrender extends that ministry beyond Sunday, offering reflective conversations that help listeners engage more deeply with the themes raised in the weekly sermon.
Ian’s approach is steady, thoughtful, and rooted in the conviction that true life is found in knowing surrender to the Lord Jesus Christ.
Episodes
93 episodes
The Malefactor and the Martyr: A Testimony of Grace
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson reflects on the transformative nature of faith by contrasting two striking biblical figures: the criminal on the cross and Stephen, the first Christian martyr.The sermon highlights how th...
Can Jesus Change Your Life? A Bible Study on Transformation in Christ | Know Surrender
In this Know Surrender Bible Study, we explore the question “Can Jesus change your life?” through the lens of Scripture. What does the Bible teach about transformation, renewal, and the power of Christ to reshape the heart
Christ: Our Perfect Sacrifice — A Bible Study on the Ark of the Covenant
In this Bible study we explore how the Ark of the Covenant and its contents point forward to the person and work of Jesus Christ. The golden pot of manna, Aaron’s rod that budded, and the tablets of the covenant each reveal the failures of Isra...
Jeremiah’s Pattern: A Call to National Repentance
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson examines Jeremiah 7, using the prophet’s message as a spiritual framework for evaluating the moral condition of the modern United Kingdom. Rather than treating prophecy as a prediction of future events...
Jesus the Christ: Man or Myth?
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson examines the question “Jesus the Christ: Man or Myth?” by exploring the historical, documentary, and eyewitness evidence for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth.The sermon con...
Self‑Examination in the Bible | Paul’s Teaching in 1 & 2 Corinthians | Know Surrender Bible Study
In this Know Surrender Bible Study, we explore Paul’s teaching on Christian self‑examination in 1 and 2 Corinthians. What does it mean to “examine yourselves,” and why does Paul place this practice at the heart of Christian disc...
Sola Scriptura Showdown: A Protestant Response to the Archbishop of Canterbury
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson shares a sermon responding to the recent appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury. Speaking as a Protestant minister outside the Church of England, he addresses the issue not fr...
Sola Scriptura: The Protestant Foundation — A Bible Study on the Authority of Scripture
In this Bible study we explore Sola Scriptura, the conviction that Scripture alone is the final and infallible authority for Christian belief and practice. This principle stands at the heart of Protestant identity and has shaped the chur...
The Divine Shield of the Spiritual Little Ones
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores Jesus’ solemn warning about harming the “little ones” — a term that reaches far beyond children to include new believers, vulnerable Christians, and all who walk humbly in faith.Drawing...
The Enduring Power of the Covenant Israel Message — A Special Edition
This special one‑off edition of Know Surrender introduces listeners to the Covenant Israel Message, a framework that seeks to bring coherence to biblical history, prophecy, and the unfolding of world events. Pastor Ian Thompson ...
The Heritage and Principles of Protestant Dissent
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores the heritage and principles of Protestant Dissent, a tradition shaped by conviction, conscience, and a deep commitment to the authority of Scripture. Rooted in the aftermath of the 1662 Act...
The Ten Commandments: A Contemporary Guide for Today’s Faithful
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores “The Ten Commandments: A Guide for Today’s Faithful,” a sermon examining the enduring relevance of God’s moral law in a rapidly changing world. Working through each commandment in turn, the me...
Walking in the Light of God’s Truth — A Study in 1 John 1:5
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores the profound biblical truth that “God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all” (1 John 1:5). The sermon reflects on the stark contrast between God’s perfect purity and the darkness of human...
Zechariah 1 — A Call to Repentance (Review)
This episode offers a reflective review of a message originally delivered to No. 6 District of the Grand Black Chapter of England, based on the urgent call to repentance found in Zechariah 1. The prophet speaks to a people returning from...
Joshua 20: Understanding the Cities of Refuge | Know Surrender Bible Study
In this episode of Know Surrender, we explore Joshua 20 and the biblical Cities of Refuge — places of mercy, justice, and protection in the Old Testament.We look at what these cities meant for Israel, how they reveal God’...
Christian Conduct: Walking the Narrow Path — A Bible Study in Titus 2
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores Titus 2, where Paul outlines the pattern of Christian conduct for believers of every age and stage of life. The passage emphasises that a Christian’s behaviour must be consistent both in publi...
Instructions for Shepherds and Their Flocks — A Bible Study in Titus 1
In this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores Titus 1, where Paul sets out vital instructions for church leaders and the congregations they serve. The discussion reflects on Paul’s self‑description as a bondservant and apostl...
Revelation 1:1–8 — Unveiling Christ’s Sovereignty and the Blessing of Prophecy
In this episode we explore Revelation 1:1–8, the opening lines of Scripture’s final book, where God unveils the sovereignty of Christ and the prophetic nature of His Word. Pastor Ian Thompson reflects on the divine origin of Revelation —...
The Voice and the Vision — Revelation 1:9–20 Explained
In this episode we explore Revelation 1:9–20, where John describes the moment he encounters the risen Christ in glory on the island of Patmos. Pastor Ian Thompson offers a detailed study of the passage, reflecting on the symbolism of Chr...
Letters to the Churches: Ephesus and Smyrna — Revelation Explained
In this episode we explore the first two letters of Revelation — Ephesus and Smyrna — drawing from a transcript originally shared on the BPFC YouTube channel. Pastor Ian Thompson examines Christ’s words to these early churches, hi...