Presence Centered Bible
Meet God in His Word. Encounter His Presence.
What if Scripture is more than a book to study?
What if it is an invitation to encounter the living God?
At Presence Centered Bible, we believe the ultimate purpose of Scripture is not simply information, but transformation—not merely understanding God's story, but meeting God Himself.
Every page of the Bible reveals a God who desires to dwell with His people. From the garden of Eden to the New Creation, the story of Scripture is the story of God's presence breaking into the world. At the centre of that story stands Jesus Christ—the perfect revelation of the Father and the doorway into life in the Kingdom of God.
Presence Centered Bible exists to help you encounter Jesus through Scripture, discover the reality of God's presence, and learn to live from heaven's perspective in everyday life.
Explore the Bible Through the Lens of God's Presence.
The Bible can feel overwhelming.
Thousands of years of history. Different cultures. Complex theology. Difficult passages.
Yet beneath every book, every story, every prophecy, and every teaching runs a single thread:
God wants to be with His people.
Through engaging teaching, live discussions, theological exploration, and practical discipleship, Presence Centered Bible helps you uncover the unified story of Scripture and experience its relevance for your life today.
Whether you're reading the Gospels, wrestling with the Old Testament, exploring the teachings of Paul, or seeking a deeper understanding of God's Kingdom, you'll be guided into both biblical understanding and spiritual encounter.
What You'll Experience
- Encounter Jesus in Scripture – Discover the Bible as a living revelation of Christ, and see how every part of the biblical story finds its fulfillment in Jesus and His Kingdom.
- Grow in Biblical Confidence – Gain a deeper understanding of Scripture within its historical, literary, and theological context while remaining open to its transforming spiritual power.
- Live in Awareness of God's Presence – Move beyond information to encounter, cultivating a lifestyle of communion with God and learning to recognise His presence in everyday life through the regular Presence Points.
- Join Meaningful Conversations – Engage in live discussions where thoughtful questions are welcomed, insights are shared, and biblical understanding grows through authentic community.
- Be Equipped for Kingdom Living – Discover how the truths of Scripture shape practical discipleship, spiritual maturity, and active participation in God's mission in the world.
Patreon for the Presence Centered Bible
Patreon is the online home of the Presence Centered Bible community—a place to explore Scripture, deepen your understanding of Jesus, and connect with others who are seeking to live in greater awareness of God's presence.
As a member, you'll gain access to:
- Teaching Videos – Explore in-depth Bible studies, teachings, and discipleship content designed to help you encounter Jesus throughout Scripture.
- Podcasts – All the teaching sessions and live discussions can be accessed via the podcast of each episode and played from your favourite podcast app See Presence Centered Bible Podcasts for more details.
- The Blunt Bible – Short, sharp and to the point - with a bit of Yorkshire bluntness ! The Blunt Bible gives a one minute summary of each episode.
- Live Discussions – Join interactive sessions where questions, insights, and meaningful conversation are encouraged.
- Study Resources – Access notes, guides, and additional materials to support your learning and spiritual growth.
- Community Engagement – Connect with fellow learners, share reflections, ask questions, and participate in ongoing discussions.
Getting started is simple. After joining, navigate to the Posts section to access the latest content, watch videos, leave comments, and engage with the community. Whatever level of subscription you choose, there is a simple 'how to use Patreon' video available, narrated by Stuart. When live discussions are scheduled, you'll find the session links directly within Patreon, making it easy to participate from anywhere. The useful 'Collections' feature lets you access each set of resources (Presence Centered Bible, the Blunt Bible and the Live Discussion) quickly and easily. See Collections for more details.
Whether you're working through a Bible study series, exploring the life and teachings of Jesus, or joining conversations with others on the journey, Patreon provides a central place to learn, grow, and stay connected throughout the week.
If you are an Apple user, please contact Stuart first. Apple adds additioncal charges to a subscription for Presence Centered Bible which can easily be avoided. Use the form below to find out more.
Current Series: The Gospel of Mark
Walk alongside Jesus through one of the most dynamic and fast-moving accounts of His life and ministry.
Together we explore:
- The Arrival of God's Kingdom – Discover how Jesus announced and embodied God's Kingdom, revealing a new reality breaking into the world through his words, works, and presence.
- The Authority of Jesus – Encounter the Jesus who commands sickness, silences demons, calms storms, and conquers death itself, demonstrating that all authority belongs to him.
- The Call to Discipleship – Explore what it means to leave old ways behind, follow Jesus wholeheartedly, and become part of his mission to transform the world.
- The Mystery of the Kingdom of God – Uncover the hidden yet powerful nature of God's Kingdom, revealed through Jesus' parables and understood through relationship with him.
- The Transforming Power of God's Presence – See how lives are changed when people encounter God's presence, and learn how that same transforming reality is available today.
- Following Jesus in the Modern World – Move beyond merely studying Scripture to discovering what it means to live as a disciple of Jesus in everyday life, empowered by the Holy Spirit and shaped by the values of the Kingdom.
Each episode combines careful biblical teaching with practical application and opportunities for reflection and discussion.
Meet Stuart Gregg
The Presence Centered Bible is led by Stuart Gregg, who holds a Theology degree from Oxford University and brings more than thirty years of church leadership experience.
Combining theological depth with a passion for spiritual encounter, Stuart's teaching bridges the gap between biblical scholarship and everyday discipleship. Influenced by a Kingdom-centred understanding of Scripture and years of ministry experience, he helps believers engage the Bible in ways that are intellectually robust, spiritually enriching, and deeply practical.
His heart is simple:
To help people encounter the God of the Bible through the pages of the Bible.
Many people approach the Bible asking:
"What does this passage mean?"
That's an important question.
But Presence Centered Bible also asks:
- How does this passage reveal God's presence?
- What does it show us about Jesus?
- How does it invite us to participate in God's Kingdom today?
When Scripture is approached this way, reading becomes more than study.
It becomes encounter.
Join the Community
Whether you're a lifelong believer, a ministry leader, a student of theology, or someone simply hungry for a deeper relationship with God, there's a place for you here.
Join a growing community committed to:
- Exploring Scripture Deeply – Discover the richness, beauty, and transformative power of God's Word through thoughtful, Presence-centered study.
- Encountering God's Presence – Learn to recognize and respond to God's active presence as you read, reflect, and engage with Scripture.
- Asking Honest Questions – Create space for curiosity, reflection, and meaningful conversation as you wrestle with the text and its implications for life today.
- Growing as Disciples of Jesus – Be shaped by the teachings, character, and mission of Jesus as you learn to follow Him more closely.
- Living from the Reality of God's Kingdom – Discover what it means to bring heaven's values into everyday life, partnering with God in His work of renewal and transformation.
Open the Scriptures. Meet the King.
The Bible is not merely a record of what God has done.
It is an invitation into what God is doing.
Come and discover the story of God's presence.
Come and encounter Jesus.
Come and be transformed.
Welcome to the Presence Centered Bible.
