Homegrown Faith

Richard gets around town on a folding bike and Jo prevails over the algae. Richard finds loads to think about in Isaiah 44 and Jo gets into some church history. Isaiah 44 John Newton: From Disgrace to Amazing Grace by Jonathan Aitken Support the show

Jo and Richard break with tradition and jump straight into Bible discussion on 2 Peter 2. Richard describes the kanji for church and explains why he's picked up a book on 1 and 2 Timothy. 2 Peter 2: 4-10 1 and 2 Timothy For You, Phillip Jensen Support the show

Richard shares the news from the cricket final and Jo delights in some fiction. Jo and Richard discuss the challenge and comforts for ministry from 1 Timothy 4 and Jo is refreshed by a blog on sustainable sacrifice. 2 Timothy 4 Sustainable Sacrifice blog, Lionel Windsor Zeal without burnout, Christopher Ash Support the show

Jo enjoys a weekend away with her Growth Group and Richard prepares for the cricket final. Jo and Richard discuss the affection and encouragement of Paul in Philippians 4 and further insights from Embracing Complementarianism Philippians 4 Embracing Complementarianism, Graham Beynon and Jane Tooher Support the show

Richard comes across a remarkable passage from Augustine and Jo braves Newcastle's bus system. Richard learns from the wonderful 1 Timothy 4 and Jo skills up in leading a large group. 1 Timothy 4 Leading Small Groups That Thrive: Five Shifts to Take Your Group to the Next Level, Ryan T. Hartwig, Courtney W. Davis, Jason A. Sniff Support the show

Jo makes the most of her pool and Richard loses in chess. Jo shares why Philippians 2 put her on the right track and Richard grows in his forgiving capacity thanks to a new book by Tim Keller. Philippians 2 Forgive, Timothy Keller Support the show

Richard confesses a reality TV addiction and Jo gets close to nature. Richard and Jo discuss the shocking Bible study method of Jehoiakim and Jo goes deep into Ezra and Nehemiah with Old Testament Survey by LaSor, Hubbard and Bush Jeremiah 36 Old Testament Survey. The Message, Form and Background of the Old Testament. Lasor, Hubbar, and Bush Support the show

Richard spots some Streetfighter 2 action at Moore College and Jo communes with the fish. Jo embarks on some exilic / post exilic Bible study with Josie and Richard gets into Augustine's City of God. 2 Chronicles 36 The City of God, Augustine Support the show

Jo is startled during tennis by a runner. Richard and his wife defeat the Empire. Richard is encouraged by Psalm 4 to pause, think and turn to God. Jo reviews another book on rest. Refresh: Embracinga Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands, David Murray and Shona Murray Psalm 4 Support the show

Jo and Richard return after a summer break to talk about life, the BIble and Christian reading. This week Jo takes on her fear of heights and Richard goes car racing. Jo shares encouragement from Colossians 1 and Richard gets help for his busy-ness. Colossians 1 Busy, Ian Carmichael Support the show

Jo and Richard complete the sentence: "2022 was the year of ...." Jo reflects on the pros and cons of chronological Bible reading and Richard explains why he regularly reads the Bible and prays. Jo and Richard share their reading plans for the summer and say farewell until 2023. Deuteronomy 8 Support the show

Richard gets caught up in World Cup Fantasy Football and Jo has a reptile loose in the house. Jo and Richard discuss Paul's radical chance of direction in Acts and some challenges from Lloyd-Jones about faith.  Acts 9  Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Support the show

Richard takes on the neighbourhood mosquitoes with some unintended consequences. Jo makes a public service announcement to anyone planning renovations. Richard and Jo discuss Exodus idolatry in Ezekiel and the strategies for joyful Christian contentment. Ezekiel 20 If Only, Finding Joyful Contentment in the Face of Lack and Longing by Jennie Pollock Charles Spurgeon quote: look at final paragraph...

Jo finds herself with a song from Gladiator in her head and Richard discovers Webtoons. Richard and Jo discuss the betrayal of Jesus from Matthew 26 and Richard explains why talking to yourself is better than listening to yourself. Matthew 26:1-5 Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd-Jones Support the show

Jo confesses her inability to keep a certain type of fern alive and carollers visit Richard's Growth Group. Richard finds encouragement as he comes across a famous Ezekiel passage and Jo explains why the staff "Deep Dive" is so good. Ezekiel 36 John 13 Support the show

Richard achieves something this week and Jo discovers Asaph's prophecy about Jesus. Richard recommends a new book to help us fight for our pastors. Matthew 13:35 Fight For Your Pastor Support the show

Richard admits to coaching cricket and Jo has the rare experience of losing something. Richard is challenged by 3 John not to be first and Jo reflects on Claire Smith's words on God's plan for the church and for men and women. 3 John God's Good Design, Dr Claire Smith Support the show

Jo learns some new youth words and explains why theatre is worth going to. Jo and Richard discuss Nehemiah's prayer and the dangers of Liberal Theology. Nehemiah 1 Against Liberal Theology, Roger E. Olson Support the show

Richard finds the ultimate reading space and Jo bravely goes on an adventure. Richard shows from Proverbs why we need to direct our heart rather than listen to them and Jo finds her preconceptions challenged by a brand new book. Proverbs 2 Embracing Complementarianism Support the show

Richard gets a surprise visitor and Jo has a big day with a caulking gun. Jo discovers some ungodly priests in Ezekiel and Richard admits a theological weakness. Ezekiel 22 Gospel Coalition Australia Article Series: The Ordered Godhead Support the show

Jo visits a dog show and Richard gets a notification from the family accountability software. Richard is challenged by Psalm 97:10 to hate evil and Jo takes joy and encouragement from a kids song with amazing guitar riffs. Psalm 97:10 Knowing Jesus as my boss, Ben Pakula MTS Recruit Conference Support the show

Richard gives a grand final update for the Lorikeets and Jo searches for whales. Jo and Richard discuss the "where" of Jesus' temptation and Richard shares the four causes of anger from a recent book. Luke 4 The Heart of Anger: How the Bible Transforms Anger in Our Understanding and Experience | Crossway Reach Australia Humility in Ministry Support the show

HomeGrown Faith was born during the first Covid lockdowns in 2020 and now in 2022 we celebrate 100 episodes. That means 100 funny stories (times 2) and 100 Bible reflections and 100 reading/listening experiences. This week Jo and Richard reflect on the experience and the many things to be thankful for. James 1:17 Gentle and Lowly, Dane Ortlund Confronting Christianity, Rebecca McLaughlin Support t...

Jo masters tradie chats and the Lorikeets head into finals. Jo discovers the deceitfulness of the heart from Jeremiah and Richard explains how a Christian book led Charles Simeon to Christ. Jeremiah 17:9-10  Cambridge and the Evangelical Succession, Sir Marcus Loane  Support the show

Richard tries out a BYO phone booth and Jo pauses on some tricky home maintenance. Richard is in awe of Jeremiah 31:20 and Jo makes a note in the margin of her book.  Our 100th episode is coming up! Please send stories of how HGF has encourage you to homegrownfaith@hunterbiblechurch.org Jeremiah 31:20 If Only, Jennie Pollock Support the show