C3 Church Global Podcast

We’re ending 2021 with a special devotional from Phil Pringle on Proverbs 4:20-27, which Phil first read as a new Christian. Now, 50 years later, he’s recorded this devotional to inspire within you a fresh love for the Word of God. Happy listening, Merry Christmas, and all the best for a blessed New Year!

Martyn Iles has been the Managing Director of the Australian Christian Lobby since 2018, but you might be surprised to learn that he’s only 30. Incredibly articulate on biblical truth in public spaces, Martyn joins Phil today for a conversation on truth. How do we, as Christians, occupy a space of truth without becoming just another angry voice? What are the hottest topics right now, and how does...

In the third and final instalment of our devotional on Psalm 84, Phil Pringle explores verses 9 to 12 and the subjects of pastoral leadership, prioritising church, and receiving the favour and honour of the Lord.

Ahead of the release of his new book Discipleship, Phil Pringle is joined today by Mark Kelsey and Jake Sweetman for a conversation on discipleship. What defines a disciple? What are the leadership pipelines that create disciples? How does discipleship shape the upcoming generations? Enjoy today’s podcast, and head to philpringle.com to pre-order your copy of Disciple today!

We're picking up our devotional on Psalm 84 this week at Verse 5. While Part 1 was all about dwelling in the safety of the House of God, Part 2 is about the pilgrimage we make through the tough times.

Our guest today is Phil Cooke, a writer, tv producer, and media consultant who has a PHD in Theology and a passion to help the church embrace digital media. In this conversation, both Phils discuss social media, God-given talents, and sharing the Gospel.

In this week’s devotional we’re exploring Psalm 1:3, and the transformational power of the Word of God. The Bible is far more than just ideas on how to live – it’s life and light itself, God-breathed words straight from heaven, and if we let it, it has the power to change everything.

Bob Harrison, also known as ‘Dr Increase’, is a best-selling author, public speaker, and Christian leader. In the 90’s, Bob turned an auto dealership on the brink of ruin into a successful, thriving business, and has since been involved in the business of increase. He has a uniquely buoyant perspective on life, and in this episode, Bob shares some of his big revelations on faith, family, and bless...

We need to make sure that the level of the Word of God in our lives is equal to the problems we’re facing. Spend some time today in Part 1 of a devotional on Psalm 1:1-3 with Phil Pringle, and fill your soul with a love for the Word of God.

Dr Peter Downey, Principal of Oxford Falls Grammar on Sydney's Northern Beaches, speaks with Phil Pringle today about creating a caring community for schoolchildren, the long-term effects of COVID on education, and the resilience of families.

In this week's devotional, Phil Pringle is unwrapping Psalm 84, played by the chief musician at the time, speaking of a longing to be in the House of God. If you've been away from church for a while, due to Covid or any other factors, we pray that this Psalm would remind you of why you first felt drawn in.

This week's episode is a conversation on miscarriage with Chris Pringle, author of Jesse: Found In Heaven. Chris shares the story of her first experience with pregnancy, and the resulting journey of grief. She tells her story with incredible honesty, and from the perspective of healing from God. If you're dealing with grief, from a miscarriage or any other loss, we pray that this podcast opens the...

Trouble comes in many forms, and when it does, the secret place is your best weapon. In Part 2 of this devotional of Psalm 27, we see that David’s time spent with The Lord in the secret place strengthened him against every one of his enemies.

Mental health is one of the biggest topics around the world right now. How has COVID changed the way we prioritise mental health? How can we help those who are struggling? Join Ps Phil as he speaks with Lizby Warren, creator of the Beautiful Minds ministry and Lead Pastor of C3 Imagine; and Nathan Oliver, in medical education for the NHS in the United Kingdom and also Lead Pastor of C3 Edinburgh.

When we’re faced with a difficult situation we need hope from scripture, and Psalm 27 is the perfect place to start. David wrote Psalm 27 while besieged by an army, but it is full of hope, speaking only of the triumph of God over his enemies. Listen along with Phil Pringle as he unpacks this Psalm with you today and, like David, prophesy victory over your situation.

Sam Picken, Lead Pastor of C3 Toronto in Canada along with his wife Jess, talks with Phil Pringle about how to gather and equip volunteer teams. C3 Toronto has a vibrant, dedicated team of volunteers who host Church and run community initiatives each week, and Sam talks about how they’ve developed a culture of serving Toronto.

Join Phil Pringle today for Part 2 of a devotional on Proverbs 31. We're picking up from verse 24. Phil's unique perspective, seeing the Proverbs 31 woman as The Church, encourages us to live joyfully, generously, and wisely.

Dave Adamson (also known as @aussiedave) is a speaker, author, photographer, Church consultant and, since 2008, an online pastor. Dave's unique journey to online pastoring is an especially important story to hear in light of the Church's changing relationship with the digital world today. Dave imparts great wisdom around changing old ways of thinking, and how the church can harness online platform...

Today Phil Pringle brings a unique perspective on Proverbs 31. It describes a virtuous woman - a woman of force - and we can see that the whole Proverb can also apply to The Church. Just like Eliezer has to search the earth for a virtuous woman, the Holy Spirit searches the earth for a virtuous church - one that is unselfish, generous, helpful, and beautiful.

Join Phil Pringle in a conversation with Mike Kai, Leader of the Inspire Network, as they discuss the excellence of God as well as pastoring and leading a multi-site church. Mike and Lisa Kai are devoted parents, pastors, and leaders, and this has translated to a thriving community of believers working to build the Church in the US. The Inspire Network hold conferences across the Hawaiian Islands,...

This week Phil Pringle’s devotional looks into Proverbs, and how to heal the wounded spirit. With the current times of COVID, lockdowns and general discouragement, people might be feeling broken in the spirit, and disconnected from God. But when we lean on Him, and we are in a place where the Holy Spirit is moving, it can bring a fresh hope into your life.

oday we’re picking up the Conversation on Multisite Church with Adam & Keira Smallcombe at Part 2, talking all things multisite church. In this episode, we’re covering how to create disciple-making churches, having fair expectations of campus pastors and helping people find their sweet spots. You can also catch the conversation over on C3 TV https://youtu.be/QVtacqYG7NI.

Join Phil Pringle in a conversation with Adam & Keira Smallcombe, Lead Pastors of Vive Church, as they discuss growing a multisite church, leading a strong team of location pastors, and empowering women in ministry. Vive Church is a part of the C3 Church Global family, currently has 10 locations in the US and Italy, and continues to go from strength to strength during this global pandemic. How? Li...

This week Phil Pringle shares a devotional on one of his favourite passages in the Bible: John 15. In it, Jesus says he is the true vine, which means there are many other vines that we can be part of. But Jesus’ heart for us is that we stay connected to him, the true vine. In him we can bear much fruit, and for this to happen, a little pruning must take place. This is an encouraging word reminding...

This week Phil Pringle is looking at one of the most recited prayers in the entire world: The Lord’s Prayer. In the Bible we see that Noah offered up an offering, Jacob wrestled with God, Job cried out to God, and David sung psalms and prayers. The disciples realised that the secret to Jesus’ life on earth was Him removing himself from everything to commune with God. It is the most powerful move w...