Mike and Christelle Podcast

What does Jesus really think about women? In a world that has often ignored, dismissed, or undervalued women, Jesus did something radically different. Everywhere He went, He valued women, defended women, healed women, and honoured women. In this Mother's Day message from The Chapel Gunnedah, we explore three powerful encounters Jesus had with women that reveal exactly how He views them, and how He...

Jesus asked over 300 questions. He was asked around 180. And He gave very few direct answers. That wasn't an accident. He wasn't making small talk. He was changing people. In this episode, we look at three ways Jesus used questions to bring Clarity, Correction, and Calling, and what happens when He turns the question toward you. Before Jesus heals you, He reveals you. And today, He's still asking....

Have you ever wanted to ask God a question… but were afraid to? Maybe you grew up being told that questioning God shows a lack of faith. Maybe you've been ridiculed for asking. Or maybe you're afraid of what He might answer. In this message, we look at the tension between two passages, Habakkuk crying out "How long, Lord?" and Paul writing "Who are you to talk back to God?" We'll explore: Why peop...

Have you ever felt a thought you couldn't shake? A conviction you kept pushing down? That might be God asking you a question. In this message, we explore why God asks questions and what He's really after when He does. From Adam hiding in the garden to Moses doubting at the burning bush, God's questions have always been invitations to honesty, to trust, and to the next step. If you've been hiding,...

What do you do when life feels unbearable? When you've tried everything and the situation still refuses to change? In this message, we look at the story of Esther, a woman who faced a desperate, lose-lose situation and chose to fast before stepping out in faith. Her words, "If I perish, I perish," weren't drama. They were holy resolve. But fasting isn't only about the courage to start. It's also a...

Most marriages don't fail from a lack of love. They fail due to a lack of initiative. In this episode, Mike and Christelle unpack what romance really is and why so many couples have quietly settled for the "bare minimum marriage" of marriage without ever realising it. If you've ever felt like you're the only one trying, or you're tired of waiting to be asked before anything happens, this conversat...

Who is shaping your life? The people around you are not neutral; they are forming your thinking, your decisions, and ultimately your future. In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explores Cross Connections, a simple, biblical framework for understanding the relationships every believer needs to grow in their faith. You were never meant to follow Jesus alone. God uses people to shape people. Disco...

Are we wasting our time? That is the question Paul confronts in 1 Corinthians 15. If Jesus did not rise from the dead, then our faith is empty, our hope is gone, and Christianity collapses. But if Christ is risen… everything changes. In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explores the power of the resurrection and why it is the most important decision you will ever make. Because if Christ is alive...

Many of the battles we face in life are not just physical; they are spiritual. In the Bible, when Elisha’s servant saw the enemy army surrounding them, he panicked. But Elisha saw something different: the armies of heaven surrounding the enemy. The battle had not changed, but their vision had. The same was true for David and Goliath. David did not win because of his skills; he won because of what...

What do you do when people misunderstand you, accuse you, or damage your reputation? In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explores the story of Joseph and what it teaches us about integrity, false accusations, and trusting God to defend your name. The prison was not the final chapter of Joseph’s story. This message will encourage you to stop trying to manage people’s opinions and instead focus o...

What is the true test of spiritual maturity? In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explores why consecration is at the heart of Christian growth. Many believers focus on morality, avoiding sin and trying to live a good life, but biblical consecration goes deeper. It is not only separation from sin, but devotion and connection to Jesus Christ. The Bible reveals that intimacy with God requires cons...

Have you ever prayed… and felt nothing? Ever believed God was with you, until life fell apart? What if I told you the moment you thought God was most absent… Was the moment He was closest? Stay with me. This message might change how you see your current season. In one of the most powerful moments recorded in the Gospel of Luke 24:13-32, two discouraged followers of Jesus walked away from everythin...

What is every man appointed to do? In this masterclass, we unpack the biblical call on every man’s life: to lead, to love, and to live with purpose. Drawing from Genesis, the life of Christ, and practical leadership principles, this message challenges men to reject passivity, embrace responsibility, and step into Christlike leadership: in the home, the church, and everyday life. This is not about...

God doesn’t always show us the whole path; He gives enough light for the next step. What do you do when you don’t know what to do? What signs has God been using to get your attention? What step of faith have you been delaying because you want more certainty? In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explores the story of the Magi and reveals a powerful truth: faith responds to conviction, not certain...

In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini unpacks what Paul meant by milk and solid food, why some believers struggle to grow, and how spiritual maturity is revealed not by knowledge alone. This teaching will help you: Understand spiritual growth and maturity. Recognise why some people remain stuck. Discern where you are in your own walk with God. Move from milk to meat in your faith journey. Whether...

We’ve built smarter cities, faster cars, and stronger nations, but we still can’t fix the human heart. Every generation has tried: religion, philosophy, discipline, and self-help. Yet the same problem remains: we keep breaking what we love, hurting who we care about, and running from the One who can heal us. The truth is, sin isn’t just what we do, it’s who we were. We were born into a broken stor...

Before God can use you, He must first choose you, change you, and charge you. This message reveals God’s divine process of preparation, how He shapes ordinary people into powerful vessels for His purpose. From Moses in the wilderness, to David waiting for the crown, to Peter being restored by grace, God takes time to prepare His people. In this message, Ps. Mike Matumaini unpacks the journey from...

When life feels overwhelming, take a moment to look back. Every answered prayer, every breakthrough, every season you’ve survived, these are your stones of remembrance. They tell the story of a God who never fails. Pastor Christelle explores how remembering what God has done anchors us in peace today and fuels faith for tomorrow. Because if He did it before… He will do it again. 🙌 Don’t forget to...

What does it really mean to be a godly man in today’s world? In this honest conversation, we explore three areas that shape every man’s walk with God: prosperity, identity, and humility. Prosperity: How can men pursue success without being owned by it? Identity: What defines a man when titles, money, or status are stripped away? Humility: How do we stay grounded when God blesses us? This is a conv...

Everyone gets hurt by family, friends, or life itself. Pain left unprocessed lingers. But God shows us the path to true inner healing: forgiveness. In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini explains: What forgiveness is not (not excusing, not forgetting, not overlooking abuse) What forgiveness is. Why forgiveness is not optional for Christians. How to choose forgiveness even when emotions lag behind....

Your personality isn’t the problem; it’s your patterns. God never asked you to stop being who He created you to be. But He does call us to allow His Spirit to reshape how we live. 💡 Your spouse, family, and friends love your personality, but they may struggle with the patterns built around it. The good news? Patterns can change. 👉 In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini shares how. #christianmarr...

Have you ever felt a stirring in your heart, a sense that God is calling you to something greater? Maybe you’ve brushed it off, thinking you’re too young, too old, or not qualified. But what if that stirring is precisely what God wants to use to change the world around you? In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks the life of Nehemiah to show how God’s call often comes as a burden rather than a boomin...

💍 How to Build Deep Emotional Connection in Marriage 💍 Most couples get married expecting to “become one”—only to feel more distant than they imagined. But real connection doesn’t just happen by chance—it takes intentional steps. In this video, Pastor Mike and Christelle Matumaini share how to cultivate true intimacy in your marriage through spiritual, physical, and emotional connection. When th...

What is a Calling? We hear people talk about finding their calling, fulfilling their calling, or even missing their calling. But what does the Bible actually say? Do we all have a calling? Is calling only for pastors, prophets, and “special” people? Can your mistakes cancel your calling? In this message, Pastor Mike Matumaini helps unpack the difference between purpose, calling, and assignment, an...

In a world that tries to define us by our achievements, possessions, or failures, where do we find our true identity? What defines your identity? Are you secure in your sonship with God? Who are you accountable to? Remember, you can only give what you have. What identity are you passing on to your children? Pastor Mike shares how to regain your confidence as a son. 🙏 #FatherhoodJourney #MikeAndCh...