Northern Community's Podcast

What moves you? Is it the storyline of a great book or movie? Perhaps it is the concern for injustice in our world. Or perhaps it is the alarm to get you up and ready for the day. But are you moved by God and your love for Jesus? Today, David looks at one person, who as a follower of Jesus was moved to action.

If you could create a community from scratch - what would it include and how would it look? Today we explore a little of the first Christian Community and the opportunities it presents us today. A message by David Toscano

For most of us, we can trace back specific events that have changed the course of our lives. For some, it is a single event, while for others there can be multiple events. Becoming a follower of Jesus changes lives. A message by David Toscano

Fear can hold us back from seeing us reach our full potential. Today we look at the amazing work of the Holy Spirit at work to help overcome fear and see people become all that God wants them to be. Oh and if you want to see the longest straight road in Australia, here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Viy04iItE-I&t=764s

There are times when we can question what we should do. Whether it be because there are too many options, or too few. Today David explores the clarifying call that Jesus gives to all those who follow Him.

There are times when looking at the teaching of Jesus, we get so caught up in the detail that we can miss the obvious. A message by David Toscano

When was the last time you had someone over for a meal? Do you remember what you ate, the conversations had as you talked? Who we eat with say a lot about us, who we associate with and what we are and are not comfortable with. If others were to find out who you last had a meal with, would it raise eyebrows? It did for Jesus. A message by David Toscano

Join us as we explore Matthew 8:5-13, looking at the faith of a Roman centurion as he engages with Jesus. A message by David Toscano.

What does it mean to follow Jesus and make disciples? Is this something just for those who serve in cross-cultural contexts, or do we each share a responsibility? And if we do, how do we make disciples? Today we hear from Sam as she reflects on what it means to follow Jesus and make disciples.

Have you ever seen a cover-up? Perhaps you have been encouraged to participate in covering something up. Today we will look at the reasons behind a cover-up and the costs when a cover-up takes place. Today David Toscano explores the cover-up of Easter.

Today we hear from Mary (Samantha) and her experience around the events of Easter and how this shaped her life.

Think Jesus is amazing? You are not alone. Even in Jesus day, many of those who heard Jesus speak thought he was amazing. But treating Jesus as a guru or wise person may not be enough when times of testing come. A message by David Toscano

Following Jesus takes us on the path less travelled. Today, Sam looks at how our taking the narrow path helps us to live life well - to live fruitful lives.

Following Jesus is more than just following a set of rules, it is a lifestyle. Lynette Leach presents a message on Matthew 6:5-18.

We continue our exploration of Jesus's teaching at the Sermon on the Mount.  Join us as Graham Hill speaks on Matthew 6:19-34.

Jesus calls his followers to a life of sacrificial giving. Join us as we explore Matthew 6:1-4. A message by Philip Kua.

Following Jesus involves choices everyday, not just a once-off decision. Join us as we continue to explore Matthew 5 as Jesus spoke about Righteousness and the Law . A message by Graham Hill

Join us this week as we explore Matthew 5:13-16 and Jesus' teaching on how we relate and connect to the world around us. A message by Graham Hill.

Following Jesus involves choices everyday, not just a once-off decision. Join us as we explore Matthew 5 as Jesus spoke on the Beatitudes. A message by David Toscano.

Following Jesus involves choices everyday, not just a once-off decision. Join us as we explore Matthew 4 as called his first disciples. A message by Samantha Barlow.

Following Jesus involves choices everyday, not just a once-off decision. Join us as we explore Matthew 3 and the choice Jesus made to be baptised and what that means for us. A message by David Toscano.

Today's we took some time to explore Matthew 3 and the lessons we can unpack from John the Baptist's passion for following God. A message by David Toscano.

Often when we think of being a follower of Jesus, we believe that everything else will be OK.  But in today's message, we discover that evil seeks to undermine good, yet God's redemptive plans will come to pass. We also briefly consider what it must have been like for the Holy Family to become religious and political refugees. A message by David Toscano

Today we embark on a new series as we follow Matthew's gospel account of the life of Jesus. David Toscano explores the visit of the Magi and what it means for us to follow Jesus as Saviour and King.

God gave… giving is costly.. Jesus coming into the world costs something. Jesus death on the Cross would cost Jesus his life and would cause great pain within the Trinity, but Jesus coming and humbling himself to be human is also costly. God chooses to be limited, to submit to the life as a created one rather than the creator… he does that not just to die for us, he does that to first be with us,...