Messages of hope

The coronavirus pandemic and the restrictions forced upon us have brought plenty of challenges, surprises, and the opportunity to reflect on what's important in our lives. Listen as Richard and Celia talk about what our “new normal” might look like as we start to come out of the lock down. The post A New Normal appeared first on Messages of hope .

We are living in a world today where people long for hope, yet many have no hope. Christians – followers of Jesus Christ – talk a lot about hope. But hope in what? Do you feel hopeful? Listen as Mark shares how God can give a hope that rises above the uncertainty and anxiety. Where to you find hope? The post What the World Needs Now appeared first on Messages of hope .

We’ve had an overwhelming start to 2020. Bushfires, drought, floods and now a health pandemic. How do we cope with and make sense of all these unexpected disasters? Listen as Noel, Celia and Richard chat about these issues and where to find hope for today, and into the future. The post Facing the Unexpected appeared first on Messages of hope .

The story of Jesus birth at Christmas is as relevant today as it has been throughout history. It goes beyond cultures, religions and political ideologies. Listen to Bishop John Henderson share how the story of Christmas is for all people, because it’s a story of love. The post Christmas is for everyone appeared first on Messages of hope .

Katrina faced her biggest fear at the birth of her second child when she was 23. Listen as Katrina shares how she coped with challenges she didn't understand. Find out what gave her strength and peace in raising a child with severe disabilities. The post Parenting – Coping with Unexpected Challenges appeared first on Messages of hope .

Chris's daughter, Rachel, was diagnosed at age three with a rare genetic disorder. After battling against doctors who didn't believe her and even accused her of mistreating her daughter, Chris developed a fierce determination to trust her own instinct when it came to knowing what was best for Rachel. Listen to Chris as she shares how, as Rachel’s parents, they continue to experience life and joy t...

When things are going wrong, we often ask “why me?”. And when the tough times seem to just keep coming, how do we make sense of it? Listen to Celia Fielke as she reflects with some friends about how we cope when life gets tough. The post Surviving Tough Times appeared first on Messages of hope .

Do you ever ask yourself, “Am I good enough”? And how do you know when good enough is enough! Trying to measure up to family and friends or the boss or even yourself can be difficult. It can leave you feeling exhausted, guilty and wondering if it’s all worth the effort. Well on Messages of hope this week I’ve got good news for those of us who never quite feel like we are good enough. The post Good...

Listen as David Altus shares a story about a close call he had with a daredevil and how that caused him to reflect on the ultimate superhero. Does it take more courage to be the servant hero? And what does that look like? The post The Hero Servant appeared first on Messages of hope .

Do you struggle to understand and relate with a loved one who has Dementia? Listen as Gaye unpacks some of the misunderstandings around Dementia. Gaye has worked in aged care for over 20 years and specialised in Dementia care. Learn some surprising insights and encouragement for living with Dementia. The post Dementia is not the end appeared first on Messages of hope .

We all have thoughts around what Father’s Day means for us. Listen to listen as Richard and Celia share some perspectives on the challenges and joys of fatherhood and our relationships with our Dads. The post Dads 101 appeared first on Messages of hope .

We don’t have to look too hard to discover disasters happening all around the world. But what about closer to home? Maybe you’ve been in a car accident, had an injury at work, or experienced the sudden death of someone you love. It‘s very difficult to get through disasters like these, sometimes it seems impossible. Listen this week as John Henderson shares his insights about a tragedy that was clo...

When are you happiest? Is it when you can forget about the troubles of everyday life and escape for a while? Happiness means different things to each of us. For some people the feeling of happiness is in the moment, dependent on what you’re doing. For others, happiness is a state of being. How do you see happiness? Listen as Mark Doecke talks about a way to find happiness even amongst the mundane...

The Easter break is a great time to switch off, forget about the stress of life, recharge the batteries and head back to normal life refreshed. The real story behind Easter is also about being refreshed. Listen as Bishop John Henderson talks about Easter - the death and life of Jesus and what it means for you. The post Easter appeared first on Messages of hope .

Our lives have never been so uncertain. It’s been quite a shock for us. We can’t rely on travel plans or on seeing family when we want to. For some parts of the world that level of uncertainty isn’t new. Listen to Jonathan Krause from the charity, Australian Lutheran World Service. What can we learn from people who live with constant challenges, and often with no end in sight? The post Finding Hop...

Do you ever feel like your emotions are in charge of you rather than the other way around? Stella's anger was scaring her children and she was stuck in a cycle of holding in the anger and then exploding. Listen to Stella as she describes what that looked like for her and what she did to build a path toward managing her anger. The post Taking Care of Anger appeared first on Messages of hope .

There are some life-changing moments that completely catch us off guard. We may regret the choices we make, but they don't have to hold us to that moment. Listen as Albert faces the consequences of his choices as fire threatened his home and family. The post Bushfire Failure appeared first on Messages of hope .

Do you sometimes look at the people around you and think “I wish I could be like them”. While Facebook is a great way to connect, it also has the knack of making everyone else’s lives seem more exciting than our own. It can cause us to focus on what we don’t do and don’t have, and that can make us feel lonely, even if we’re surrounded by people who love us. Listen as John Henderson talks about lon...

Stress affects all of us at some time. Some stress actually helps us and protects us, other stress gradually destroys us. Listen about the stress that brings us down and what we can do about it. When does stress have a negative impact on you? The post Stress appeared first on Messages of hope .

Amy shares how the ever-changing situation with coronavirus has been a real challenge for her and her family. Listen as she shares the hope and insights she’s found, to help her family through self-isolation. The post Surviving Family Life appeared first on Messages of hope .

Do you struggle with buying gifts? At Christmas, sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect gift for the special people in our lives. Listen as Richard shares more about trying to find the perfect gift. The post What to buy? appeared first on Messages of hope .

Do animals know God? Do they have a soul? Most people who care for animals have a deep connection and relationship with them. Listen as Mark Doecke explores the question – do animals go to heaven? The post Will My Dog Go to Heaven appeared first on Messages of hope .

With all the mental health issues that are coming up for people at this time and that sort of low level depression that everyone I think is experiencing. There's such a sense of helplessness and frustration. We tried this last time, it doesn't seem to have worked. Is this going to work this time? Are you feeling a bit anxious or frustrated at the ongoing situation we find ourselves in? You’re not...

A survey was done asking people the question “what would you do differently if you had another chance at life?” An interesting question. One common response was “I’d do things that last.” … How would you respond? Listen to Mark Doecke explore the question and the concept of doing things that last. The post Doing Things That Last appeared first on Messages of hope .

There is still a lot of uncertainty with Coronavirus still very much front and centre in our world. The lack of knowledge about the future and how long the restrictions will all be in place can really cause worry and anxiety. It can leave you wondering “where should I place my trust? Listen to reflections on whether God is someone you can trust to get you through uncertain times. The post Trust ap...