Phil Pringle Podcast

Gratitude is everywhere, and yet so little of it lands anywhere. Phil Pringle makes a simple case that changes the whole practice: thankfulness has to be given to someone. To be thankful to nothing is not humility, it is impossibility. And when thanks is directed to God, it becomes the strongest antidote there is to a complaining, critical, sour spirit. Paul writes from prison that we give thanks...

There is a grief that has no funeral, no photographs and no words, and so it gets shut away in a small room where nobody has to look at it. Chris Pringle knows that room. She lost a baby as a young mum, went straight back to work, and told almost nobody for twenty years, until an ordinary evening at home opened the door she had kept firmly closed. What followed was not simply a memory returning. I...

How do you stay peaceful in a world this chaotic? When worry arrives uninvited, like a storm blowing every fuse in the house, peace can feel impossible to manufacture. But peace was never meant to be a feeling you summon on demand. It's a person. Jesus is the Prince of Peace, and when you cast your care on Him in patient, specific prayer, a genuine transfer takes place and His peace settles your s...

Why can't we switch off the worry? It washes in uninvited, spins the mind, and leaves an aching void no amount of noise or entertainment can fill. Phil Pringle traces anxiety to its deepest root: a quiet disconnection from God, an unsure feeling about whether we are truly right with Him. The answer is not striving to be good enough, because no one can be righteous enough to stand before a holy God...

Phil Pringle opens the episode with a devotional on the transforming power of God’s Word and the need to keep your heart in an atmosphere of faith. He explains how to combat doubt, anxiety and negativity by speaking scripture and recharging your spirit. Pringle outlines three directions of faith—faith in God, faith in yourself, and faith in others—offering practical encouragement, biblical example...

What happens when someone goes looking for the supernatural in all the wrong places — and the real God meets them anyway? Phil Pringle shares the story of his own conversion at 19, when curiosity about Ouija boards opened a door to genuine spiritual torment, and a small Pentecostal church in Christchurch, New Zealand, became the place where everything turned. From a bike ride across town with his...

Phil Pringle explores Acts 2, describing the Holy Spirit’s outpouring at Pentecost, Peter’s Spirit-filled sermon, and the immediate response of 3,000 people coming to faith and being baptised. The episode highlights the early church’s rhythms—apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, prayer, daily meeting, and radical sharing—and calls listeners to live as a Spirit-filled, unified community...

Phil Pringle explores Acts 1–2, recounting the disciples gathered in unity, Jesus' family joining in prayer, and the sudden coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. He explains how the Spirit brought unique passion and power to each believer, enabled miraculous speech in other languages, and launched the church as witnesses to the nations. Along the way Phil emphasizes the importance of assembling...

Fifty days. That's the gap between an empty tomb and a room full of fire, and it's no accident. On Sinai, the law came down and three thousand people died. On Pentecost, the Spirit came down and three thousand people were born again. The same number, the same mountain of God, but two completely different kingdoms: one that brings death, and one that brings life. This is where the book of Acts begi...

Faith crashes are real, and nobody talks about them honestly enough. Every person who has ever prayed with everything they had — for healing, for restoration, for a door to open — knows what it feels like when the answer doesn't come. The question isn't whether it will happen. The question is what you do when it does. Phil Pringle draws from decades of pastoral experience and his own story of publ...

Every believer wants to hear from God — but most of us aren't sure we actually do. We wonder whether the quiet inner nudge is divine guidance or just our own thinking, and so we ignore it, go our own way, and often end up right back where we started. In this powerful short teaching, Phil Pringle brings honest, practical clarity to one of the most personal questions in the Christian life: what does...

People often ask me, “What exactly do you do in your prayer time?” For nearly 40 years, I’ve started my day by setting aside an hour to draw near to God. Usually early in the morning, before the noise of the day begins, I take that time to focus completely on Him. I don’t follow a rigid formula, but I do follow a pattern that has helped me stay consistent and connected. I base my prayer time on th...

If your passion for the Bible has grown cold, this episode will reignite it. In this message, we unpack the life-changing power of God’s Word and why it is far more than history, poetry, or a list of rules. Scripture is life to your spirit, health to your soul, clarity in confusion, and strength in temptation. Just as Jesus defeated the enemy by speaking the Word, we are reminded that when we plan...

How can you know God’s will for your life without second-guessing every step you take? In this empowering message, Ps Phil Pringle teaches that God’s will is not a hidden mystery waiting to be discovered, but a relationship that invites surrender and trust. Instead of waiting for a dramatic sign or an audible voice, we are called to walk forward in faith, knowing that God guides those who are alre...

This insightful devotional explores one of the most common and deeply personal questions believers ask: How do I know the will of God? Drawing from decades of pastoral experience, the message anchors us in Romans 12:2, revealing that God’s will is not mysterious or frightening, but good, acceptable, and perfect. Rather than being dark or restrictive, God’s will carries a deep sense of inner rightn...

This powerful message takes us deep into Luke 22:31, where we witness one of the most mystifying exchanges in Scripture: Satan actually asking God for permission to test Peter. What unfolds is a masterclass in understanding divine purpose within our trials. The imagery of wheat being sifted becomes central—when wheat is thrown into the air, the wind blows away the chaff while the true seed falls b...

This meditation on Psalm 23 invites us into a profound exploration of peace in the midst of anxiety. We're reminded that contentment begins with recognising the Lord as our shepherd—not just our Saviour, but our Lord who sits at the centre of our lives. The psalm reveals a beautiful progression: from declaring we shall not want, to being made to lie down in green pastures, to walking beside still...

This sermon addresses the epidemic of anxiety and worry in modern life by examining Jesus' calming of the storm in Mark 4. The central message is that Jesus desires believers to wake up to their own authority and faith rather than living in constant anxiety. Through the story of Jesus sleeping during the storm while His disciples panicked, I illustrate that Christ wants us to exercise the same aut...

This sermon addresses the practical challenge of casting our cares upon God and finding genuine relief from anxiety. I emphasises that simply praying a quick prayer to release our worries is insufficient; instead, we must intentionally spend time waiting in God's presence. Through this deliberate practice of waiting, an exchange occurs—we receive God's strength while He takes our burdens. The mess...

Mental health struggles are real – and if you’ve been searching for how to manage anxiety, deal with stress, or just find peace, you’re not alone. But science can’t solve what is spiritual at its core. This message tackles one of our most pressing struggles: anxiety. Drawing from Philippians 4, we discover that managing anxiety isn't about wishing our circumstances would change, but about making i...

This powerful message centers on Romans 15:13, revealing God as the God of hope who fills us with joy and peace through the Holy Spirit. We're reminded that in a world drowning in anxiety and depression, we have access to an abundant supply of hope—not just a small measure, but an overflowing abundance. The key lies in believing, in switching our faith on even when circumstances scream otherwise....

Are we truly drawing near to God? This message challenges us to examine our prayer life and relationship with the Divine. The central theme revolves around James' profound statement: 'If you draw near to God, He will draw near to you.' This simple 'if' becomes a pivotal point in our spiritual journey. We're reminded that prayer isn't just about asking for things, but about communion with God Himse...

Feel like going to church is a chore? Or you haven't been in a couple of years? When the fire of faith fades, many Christians find themselves simply going through the motions — attending church, serving, or joining groups out of duty rather than desire. In this powerful message, Ps Phil Pringle shares how the Holy Spirit can reignite your passion for God and renew your love for His house.   Find a...

This powerful personal testimony of my conversion experience and subsequent spiritual journey, emphasises the transformative power of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit in delivering individuals from darkness, addiction, and spiritual bondage. It highlights the immediacy and tangibility of God's presence in the lives of believers, and the potential for widespread revival through personal encounters...

In John 15, we encounter the profound metaphor of Jesus as the True Vine, inviting us to 'abide' in Him. This powerful imagery challenges us to examine our spiritual connection and fruitfulness. Are we truly rooted in Christ? The passage reminds us that our ability to bear fruit isn't automatic – it requires intentional effort and a deep, abiding relationship with Jesus. Just as a vine dresser pru...