Homegrown Faith

Jo and Richard record their final episode. Jo prepares for Christmas at the dog park and Richard updates everyone on the state of his grasses and lawn. Jo reflects on God's care from Psalm 121 and gives her tips for regular Bible reading. Jo and Richard give extra encouragement for Christian conversation, learning and reading. Lots of thanksgiving to finish. Psalm 121 Truth for Life, Alistair...

Richard quizzes Jo on 4 new youth words and their meaning. Jo explains her "Dale dug a hole" moment. Jo and Richard reflect with thanksgiving on some elements of the podcast. Psalm 111:2 Support the show

Richard makes a last minute dash to the airshow and Jo meets some fellow kookaburra victims. Jo and Richard discuss Psalm 103 and Phillip Jensen's new book on the Holy Spirit. An announcement is made. Psalm 103 The Coming of the Holy Spirit, Phillip D. Jensen Support the show

Richard finds a new enthusiasm for dusting and Jo comes under attack on her deck. Jo and Richard discuss body parts from 1 Cor 12 and God's light from Psalm 97. The Power of Cleaning: Daily Habits for the Heart and Soul Psalm 97 1 Cor 12 Support the show

Richard explains the spotlight effect after learning from a TikTok psychologist. Jo shares her love of Bible timeline cards. Jo and Richard discuss God's work in us from the last verse of Psalm 90 and on a new book by Peter Orr. Bible Timeline Cards from Visual Unit Psalm 90 The Beginning of the Gospel: A Theology of Mark, Peter Orr Support the show

Richard reports back from Broken Hill and Jo explores bird-saving window strategies. Richard discovers a a pleasing correspondence between his Old and New Testament readings. Jo receives a first rate gift and is refreshed by chapter 1. Genesis 1:6-8 1 Cor 12 The Life of Faith, An Introduction to Christian Doctrine. Peter F. Jensen Support the show

Jo has a face-palm moment after some yard work and Richard reports back after his 30 year school reunion. Jo digs into the meaning of Salem in Psalm 76 and Richard gets some parenting pointers from a highly relevant book. Psalm 76 Doing Life With Your Adult Children, Jim Burns Support the show

Jo and Richard return after the break and share stories of MTS Recruit and adventures at the dog beach. Richard explains why even mature Christians need encouragement from 1 Thessalonians 3. Jo finds reasons to pause while reading Psalm 73. 1 Thessalonians 3 Psalm 73 Support the show

 Jo and Richard discuss appropriate tradie hospitality and cleaning tips for cast iron. Jo explains why Psalm 65 is a comfort with El Nino on the way. Richard reads an extended quote from Gavin Ortland (not Dane) from his book on humility. Psalm 65 Humility: the joy of self-forgetfulness, Gavin Ortlund Support the show

Richard gives the final soccer update after a thrilling grandfinal. Jo explains how to do church hospitality with garage dining and a cold pool. Richard shares wisdom from Proverbs 11 and Jo reviews Richard's (and Antony's) book about church. Proverbs 11 Unmissable Church, Richard Sweatman and Antony Barraclough Support the show

Jo gets a run down on building site safety and Richard's son prepares for his formal. Psalm 39 invites a deeper perspective on the brevity of life and Richard explains why he's reading 'The Whole Christ' for the second time.  Psalm 39 The Whole Christ, Sinclair Ferguson Support the show

Richard explains how journalling keeps him grounded and Teddy escapes. Jo and Richard discuss the inner life of Baruch and why a blog on law on religion is worth reading.  Jeremiah 45 Law and Religion Blog, Associate Professor Neil Foster Support the show

Richard reports on a thrilling finish to a soccer final and Jo takes on an escape room. Jo points out some encouraging words from Psalm 38 and Richard explains why biblical prophets are like God's covenant enforcement officers. Psalm 38 Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture, Christopher Watkin Support the show

Jo get's on the Women's World Cup bandwagon and Richard prepares himself for his 30 year school reunion. Jo and Richard and discuss love for Jesus and obedience from John 15 and some challenging teaching on money. John 15 The Generosity Agenda, in Redeeming Money by Paul David Tripp Support the show

Richard finds an inspirational soccer coach and Jo reviews Australia's dog parks. Jo and Richard discuss God's glory from Exodus 16. Richard finds an author with swagger who's got a lot to say about preaching. Exodus 16 Preaching with Purpose, Jay Adams Support the show

Jo and Richard return after a break with a tale of sour candy madness. Jo shares about a haircut disaster and how Exodus 9 highlights the fear of God. Richard finally finishes Augustine's City of God and makes a start with a new book. Exodus 9 Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture, Christopher Watkin Support the show

Jo visits the Opera House for some brilliant Zimmer music and Richard discovers a moving podcast. Jo shares her insights from Exodus 14 and Richard has another go at understanding Puritan Thomas Manton on forgiveness Exodus 14 Pray for Egypt Thomas Manton; Exposition on the Lord’s Prayer Support the show

Jo's phone goes for a ride and Richard devises a new attendance strategy for Growth Group. Richard and Jo discuss the power of God in Jeremiah 50 and the encouragement of John Newton. Jeremiah 50 John Newton: From Disgrace to Amazing Grace. Jonathan Aitken Support the show

Richard goes to a real life EDM event and Jo chases down the post-reno finishing touches. Jo resists her speech path habits and reflects on Moses' ministry reluctance from Exodus 4. Richard digs into some Puritan writings on forgiveness. Exodus 4 Thomas Manton; Exposition on the Lord’s Prayer Support the show

Richard provides a tasty recipe and Teddy takes his first educational steps. Jo and Richard discuss the preciousness of God's words from Psalm 12 and Jo reviews a book without recommending it. Psalm 12 Support the show

Richard's son starts his journey of FB marketplace and Jo discovers the happiest man on earth. Jo and Richard discuss an amazing paragraph from Exodus 6 and Richard shares some insights on Christian assurance. Exodus 6 The Whole Christ, Sinclair Ferguson Support the show

Jo tries life in the sandpit and Richard employs two wing backs. Richard and Jo discuss hair products from Matthew 6 and how to be a great pastor's wife. Hoopla Matthew 6 The Pastor's Wife: Strengthened by Grace for a Life of Love, Gloria Furman Support the show

Richard shares his strategy for parent teacher interviews and Jo provides a comprehensive weather report. Jo learns a new Bible reading method from her friend Emma and gains fresh insights from John 16. Richard discovers a fascinating book combining Scottish Church History and the doctrine of Grace. John 15:26-16 The Whole Christ, Sinclair Ferguson Support the show

Jo introduces an addition to her home life and Richard finds that reference from last week. Richard and Jo discuss pouring your heart out to God and not setting your heart on riches from Psalm 62. Jo enjoys some twists and turns in the life of John Newton. Psalm 62 John Newton: From Disgrace to Amazing Grace, Jonathan Aitken Support the show

Richard shares 7 New Zealand phrases he learned in Auckland. Jo has some washing machine fails. Jo begins her Psalms journey and Richard notices a link to Augustine's City of God. Psalm 3 City of God, Augustine Support the show