Northern Community's Podcast

Join us as David explores the topic of friendship in light of what the Bible teaches. In a world where friendships can be transactional and based on self-interest or superficial social media connections, we are called to consider a different perspective. Drawing from examples like Jesus and his disciples, David and Jonathan, we discover that true friendship is marked by sacrificial love, mutual ca...

Join us as Sam explores the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection. Discover its profound impact on our lives, bringing hope, renewal, and the promise of eternal life. Prepare to be encouraged, challenged, and motivated to live a life of purpose and abundance in the light of this life-changing event. A message by Samantha Barlow

According to the Refugee Council of Australia, for the first time in recorded history, the number of people forcibly displaced is now 103 million, and over 32.5 million are refugees. Add to this the housing crisis in Australia. According to the ABS, 122,494 people were estimated to be experiencing homelessness in Australia on Census night in 2021. And after the NT, Victoria has the highest rate of...

Jesus experienced the cross for our salvation, so that we don't have to settle but have the better reward, the greatest possession of all - a personal relationship with Jesus that helps us to live life well now, and gives us the possession of eternity with Jesus. A message by David Toscano.

Hebrews chapter 9 speaks to us of a better sacrifice that was achieved through Jesus. Jesus, as the once and for-all sacrifice is able to achieve more and do more out of love for us, paying a price we couldn't pay for a debt he didn't owe, so that we can live life well under a new covenant. A message by David Toscano.

There is a huge difference in how we respond to the 'Have To' compared to the 'Want To'. Today Samantha explores with us how a new promise transforms the have to, to the want to.

Have you noticed there is a difference between what your hopes are or what you hope for compared to what you place your hopes in? What are your hopes founded on?  Because when things go pear-shaped, hope based on the here and now can start to wobble. That’s why you need to have a better hope. A message by David Toscano

Our leaders, be they anointed monarchs, politicians or religious gurus, are as broken and imperfect as the rest of humanity. Why settle for following a priest, pastor or president when we can look to Jesus, a better high priest, a perfect king. A message by David Toscano.

In today's world, communication is often reduced to quick and entertaining soundbites, but true transformation requires trustworthy and informative communication. When it comes to spirituality, we should aim for substance over style and seek a deeper revelation in Jesus instead of settling for less. A message by David Toscano.

In these times, it is all too easy, and even wise, to be sceptical of information presented to us. After all, we hear of people falling for scams all too often. So where does that place faith and Jesus? Fortunately, the good news is that Jesus is and remains the Saviour of the Sceptics. A message by David Toscano.

In today's message, we wrestle with the abrupt ending of Mark's Gospel, look at how it has been appended over time and learn a little more about the origins of this ancient and important God-breathed text. A message by David Toscano.

This Easter message explores how the hope of Christ's resurrection on Sunday helps us to deal with the unexpected suffering that life brings, like that of Jesus' followers after the events of Good Friday. A message by David Toscano.

In today's message we hear how Jesus reminds the disciples that the way to greatness is through serving others and giving up one's own desires and ambitions for the sake of others, just as Jesus himself came to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. A message by Samantha Barlow

Jesus' way and the way of the cross seem crazy to those fighting over the scraps of this life. But those who look beyond know there is so much more. Following Jesus is the greatest calling on a person's life, it shapes today and carries with it treasures into eternity. A message by David Toscano.

Over time Jesus has been labelled a lunatic, a conman and the divine son of God. Who is He to you? A message by David Ratten.

In today's message we explore the healing of the blind man in Mark 8:22-26. What do we make of Jesus' two stages of healing in this story? A message by Samantha Barlow

Today Alethea shared a message that encourages us to pay attention to the needs of others and do small things to help as we can; in doing this, we make a difference in the world. Jesus' disciples saw the need of the 5000 and did a small thing that led to a miracle that we still talk about 2000 years later! A message by Alethea Ashby.

As we travel through life, we may feel like we need the equivalent of a 12-tonne luxury motorhome, complete with a supercar in the undercarriage garage, to get us through the journey. But in today's message, David explores how Jesus encourages us to 'travel light'. A message by David Toscano.

What should our response to evil be? What we see in Jesus is that God wants to get to the heart of the person to set them free. He confronts the evil but has compassion for the man. A message by David Toscano.

When the disciples and their boat are threatened by a storm they call on a sleeping Jesus for help. Sam explores this familiar story and gets us thinking about our expectations of Jesus when we experience our own storms. A message by Samantha Barlow.

Growing up in a family can be a blessing and a challenge. Today, Alethea explores some of Jesus' relationship with family.

With identity theft and data crimes on the rise, we are increasingly being asked to prove we are who we say we are in the digital age. But when it comes to claiming you are the Messiah, it begs the question - where's the proof? A message by David Toscano.

The latest Australian Lamb ad captures the idea of being un-Australian, but have you ever wondered what being un-Christian might look like? A message by David Toscano.

Alethea Ashby shares a message about John the Baptist, preparing the way for Jesus and challenges us to share the good news about Jesus Christ. Mark 1:1-8. 

What is your love language? And that of those closest to you? Today David explored the ways that God loves us according to the Five Love Languages in the book of that title by Gary Chapman.  A message by David Toscano.