Northern Community's Podcast

Today Andrew Menzies opens our series in Advent as we explore the powerful example of two people who took on a journey filled with hope. Honouring the past without holding onto it, and stepping out in faith filled hope for the future. A message by Andrew Menzies. (Apologies for the poor audio recording that resulted in an abrupt trimming of some of Andrews words :( )

Today we conclude our series in Malachi as we look forward to the coming of the One who will make all things Right. As followers of Jesus, we are called to faithfully reflect the presence of Jesus in our community. A message by Matt Jones

People are less likely to respond to someone in need when they are in a group situation, compared to when they are just with one other person or alone. In a world that celebrated individuality, standing out from the crowd by helping others is rare. It is into this world that Malachi, calls us to be different. A message by David Toscano.

So often when times are tough, we circle the wagons and look after our own interests and forget others. But Jesus calls us to to be different - to be generous. A message by David Toscano

People like Hetty Johnston, Rosie Batty, Eddie Marbo and Tim Costello share a heart for justice and a desire for our society to be one that cares for those around us in meaningful ways. God's heart is a heart for justice as we hear Malachi's call for us to be just people. A message by David Toscano

In our third message drawing from Malachi we explore God's call to faithfulness to him. God is abounding in steadfast love, he wants more than anything to walk with us in life. But if we are to receive God's faithfulness towards us, God calls us to live  lives devoted to him. We cannot be complacent towards God and expect God to come to our rescue. This is not the life of faith. This att...

Inherent in the role of a pastor, is the challenge not to compromise God’s message for the sake of keeping the church congregation happy. Especially when the congregation financially contributes to the wage of the pastor. Malachi speaks to the heart of a pastor, calling pastors to stay true to God’s call.

In a world where it is so easy to compromise, easy roads and cheap fixes, there is a small voice that reached through the ages calling us back to God and to give God our best.

As we wrap up this series, Rob Nyhuis, (Churches of Christ Victoria and Tasmania Executive Officer) reflects on John's writings from Revelation 1.

There has been significant controversy regarding the life of Mary Magdalene. But what the Bible does and doesn't say about the story of Mary Magdalene may surprise and hopefully encourage you. If nothing else, Mary is a leader and a woman or passion and purpose. Apologies for the average audio quality. A message by David Toscano

What does freedom truly look like? A message by Matt Jones

Ruth could have lived and died without anyone knowing she existed. But God had other plans which brought renewal to Ruth's life and a new home in a foreign country. All because of a special relationship in her life - her mother-in-law. A message by David Toscano.

The movies and tv series that we gravitate towards, of a person or a people in need of salvation, weaves its way between the layers of our self-defensive armour, to expose the reality, that when it comes down to it, there is comfort in knowing we have a saviour. A message by David Toscano

As God reveals himself he also shows us who we really are. God draws us into our true identity - a new name. The Bible continues to reorient lives to a new identity. A message by Matt Jones

If Christianity was a contact sport - it would undoubtedly be a wrestle! God is always up for a wrestle. Discover why in this message by David Toscano

The Bible is not a set of pages scribed in ages past as a historical account of what once was. The Bible is God's revelation within human history of we are a part.

We see beauty all around us which has been described as God's signature. Today Paul Cameron explores some of God's beauty and how the Churches of Christ sit in God's masterpiece.

Faith that Makes a Difference in Everyday Work. A message by Matt Jones

Bob Dylan's lyrics 'The times they are a changing' still ring true today. So how do we do more than survive in a world that is changing around us? A message by David Toscano

When we take a step and look at the big picture of Jesus' coming again, we should be filled with hope. A message by Matt Jones.

We recently asked people who come along to church what they would like us to speak on. Today we tackle the topic of Anxiety, Depression and Stress, and what the Bible has to say about it. A message by David Toscano.

Today we explore the amazing opportunity we have to Play Jazz with God as guest speaker Michael Vanderree (Churches of Christ Victoria/Tasmania Communities Team Leader) explores Acts 10.

Today we wrap up our series called Going Deeper with some input from David Toscano, and Rob Bell DVD 'Dust' as we consider being disciples who are willing to step out and follow Jesus.

'It takes a village to raise a child' - In the western world where we are consumed by individualism, the reminder that we benefit from living in the community and the community benefits when we contribute to others. The community of faith is no different. Today, Matt looks at Christian friendship and the enriching role we have in each others going deeper.

"I'm a Christian. I believe in God. I just don't go to church." It is a statement that is heard but is inconsistent with the image of following Jesus as pictured in the Bible. BUT, if we do find ourselves disconnected from other Christians, can we still go deeper in our relationship with the Divine? Today David explores how we can do this as he introduces the concept of Fasting...