Talks from 2019 (Page 2)
Elijah and the Voice of God || Winter Wisdom || 1 Kings 19
This week, Julie continues our Winter Wisdom storytelling series by bringing us another story from the life of Elijah – a story of physical, emotional, and spiritual burnout and God’s response to our weakness.
Elijah and the False Prophets || Winter Wisdom || 1 Kings 18
Continuing our Winter Wisdom storytelling series, Tim brings us another tale from the life of Elijah – a tale of misplaced devotion in false gods and the power of the one true God.
Elijah and the Famine || Winter Wisdom || 1 Kings 17
This week marks the beginning of a new storytelling series, this time centered on the prophet Elijah and his journey. For the first story, Tim brings us a tale of famine and the importance of trust in God.
To Seek and To Save || 100 Years of BCA: Australia for Christ || Luke 19:11-27
This week, to celebrate 100 years of Bush Church Aid, guest speaker Adrian Lane from BCA shares some of the journey the society has taken since 1919. He also brings us a story from the Bible of using what we have now in the best way we can.
It Starts Small || 100 Years of BCA: Australia for Christ || Luke 13:18-21
This week, to celebrate 100 years of Bush Church Aid, guest speaker Adrian Lane from BCA shares some of the journey the society has taken since 1919. He also brings us a story from the Bible of small beginnings and great plans for the future.
Q and A || The Holy Spirit Bonus Episode 3
Wrapping up our series on the Holy Spirit, Andy throws some questions from you at Kirk and Tim.
Can you lose a gift of the Spirit? Why speak in tongues when God understands English? These questions and more, on this episode.
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Order vs Chaos || The Holy Spirit || 1 Corinthians 14:20-40
Kirk wraps up this series on the Holy Spirit by exploring how the spiritual gifts of tongues and prophesy should be used, as well as tackling one of the more challenging passages in the Bible.
More Gifts of the Spirit || The Holy Spirit Bonus Episode 2
Continuing our deep dive into the gifts of the Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12, today, Kirk and Andy look at Tongues, Prophecy and Miraculous Powers. Next week: a special Q&A episode. Text your questions anonymously to 0490 453 293, or email them to …
Tongues and Prophesy || The Holy Spirit || 1 Corinthians 14:1-19
Throughout our series on the Holy Spirit, many spiritual gifts have been described, as well as their use in the church.
This week, Kirk takes a closer look at two spiritual gifts in particular: tongues and prophesy. Why are people given these gifts and…
Gifts of the Spirit || The Holy Spirit Bonus Episode 1
Our current series of talks focus on the Holy Spirit- one of three persons of our God. In the next three bonus episodes of the St John’s podcast, we’ll take a deep dive into the gifts of the Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12. In this episode, Andy and …
The Most Excellent Way || The Holy Spirit || 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13
The most well-known verses on love- seen at weddings across the globe. Where would we be without love? Love is the best characteristic you can have in everything that you do, which is why Paul in his letter to Corinth says that you are only a clanging …
Christianity Explored || Episode 6 || What’s Next
Episode 6 of Christianity Explored.
The finale of this series, exploring the life of Jesus, his death and resurrection, today Andy and Tim look at how a decision to follow Jesus impacts your life here and now. The bible says that those who believe and …
One Body, Many Parts || The Holy Spirit || 1 Corinthians 12:12-31
Your church is too small – at least, your view of what a church is, is too small. Many people see the church as a building, or a bureaucracy, or a Sunday service, but the bible describes the church more as a united body of people, filled with God’s Hol…
Christianity Explored || Episode 5 || The Decision
Episode 5 of Christianity Explored.
Having head knowledge about Jesus’ life, death and resurrection isn’t enough. Belief in Jesus, and acknowledging the need for grace because of our failures requires us to accept in our hearts, and voice that we need …
Giver of Gifts || The Holy Spirit || 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Healing, faith, prophesy, tongues – the list goes on. These are all names of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit, but what do they mean, and why are they given to us? In this new series, we’ll take a closer look at the Holy Spirit and its role i…
Who Would Jesus Vote For?
Australia Votes 2019.
On the eve of the federal election, we’re taking another look at Kirk’s talk just before the 2016 election, asking “who would Jesus vote for?”. While we won’t tell you how to vote, we’ll look at how we can approach the election in…
Christianity Explored || Episode 4 || The Response
Episode 4 of Christianity Explored.
This week, Andy and Tim shift from looking just at the historical account of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus in the book of Mark, and begin looking at what that means for us today.
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Come and See || Rod and Di
Like last week, this week’s Come and See episode features an interview with Rod and Di, two regular members of the church congregation, as they sit down to discuss their journey as Christians. Led by Julie, this special Come and See service aims to foc…
Christianity Explored || Episode 3 || The Resurrection
Episode 3 of Christianity Explored.
This week, Andy and Tim continue looking through the biography of Jesus, written by Mark (the book of Mark in the bible). We investigate the claim that Jesus is not dead, but rose from the grave 3 days after his brut…
Come and See || Anna and Lachie
This week, Anna and Lachie, two regular members of the church congregation, sit down to discuss their journey as Christians. Facilitated by Kirk, this special Come and See service aims to focus on what it looks like to have a relationship with Jesus in…
Christianity Explored || Episode 2 || The Cross
Episode 2 of Christianity Explored.
This week, Andy and Tim continue looking through the biography of Jesus, written by Mark (the book of Mark in the bible). We focus on the cross, and why it’s become such a central part of Christianity today.
Translating the Bible || David Blackman || Acts 11:19-26
The importance of those who encourage in the church is often understated. However, whether it’s mentoring new leaders or encouraging those exploring the Christian faith, these ‘encouragers’ are vital to the growth of the church.
This week’s episode fea…
You Are Invited || Easter Sunday 2019 || Romans 8:31-39
Jesus is risen!
Every reason we might deem ourselves unworthy of Jesus’ love was taken to the cross on Good Friday, but now that Jesus is risen, we too can be invited to life in abundance. We have all been invited to a banquet and all we need to do is …
Joyful Friday || Good Friday 2019 || Hebrews 12:1-3
Why is Good Friday called Good Friday? And how should we respond to the fullness of life that Jesus offers by sacrificing himself on the cross?
As Tim brings us the message he explores this very question: Could we even call it Joyful Friday? After all,…
Christianity Explored || Episode 1 || Jesus’ Authority
This podcast exclusive mini-series encourages you to explore the person of Jesus, by looking through his biography, written by his follower Mark, as an eye witness to the life and teachings of Jesus. Andy and Tim explore the beginning of the book of Ma…