The Rocks Baldivis // Audio Podcast

Sex is powerful—like fire, it can bring warmth or chaos depending on where it’s lit. In this honest, grace-filled message, we look at Jesus’ words on lust from the Sermon on the Mount, exposing the lies we’ve believed, the harm we’ve done, and the healing that’s possible. This isn’t about shame or judgment—it’s about moving from lust to love and seeing sex the way God intended: as a gift, not a go...

This message explores why people still pursue marriage and argues that our deepest longings—intimacy, permanence, and mutuality—find their fullest expression within it. Drawing on Paul’s teaching to the Ephesian church, it highlights that marriage thrives not when it’s centred on personal happiness but when it’s grounded in mission, mutual submission, and sacrificial love. Through biblical insight...

Grace is offensive because it tells us the truth — we’re not just bad, we’re dead. Until we understand the depth of our sin, we’ll never understand the beauty of God’s love. We live in a world that starts with personal experience and ends with a vague sense of God, but Jesus flips that order — He starts with grace and ends with resurrection. Sin isn’t about breaking rules; it’s about being separat...

Jesus tells a story where latecomers get paid first and workers who gave their all walk away offended. Why? Because grace doesn’t reward effort—it celebrates belonging. If you’ve ever felt like someone else got more than they deserved—or you’ve been working hard hoping to earn God’s approval—this message is for you.

Grace doesn’t always feel fair — and that’s exactly what makes it so powerful. In this message, Alistair Cochrane unpacks the “offensive” nature of God’s grace that challenges our pride and forces us to confront forgiveness. Whether you’re new to faith or have followed Jesus for years, this story will remind you that grace isn’t earned — it’s received.

What if church wasn’t just a place to go, but a movement to be a part of? In this episode, we trace the wildfire spread of the early church—from awe-filled gatherings in Jerusalem to persecution-fueled expansion across the world. What kept their wonder alive? And why do so many of us seem to lose it? Drawing from Acts and Paul’s letters, we explore how one man—Saul, the church’s fiercest enemy—bec...

When Jesus prayed for his followers—and for us—he wasn’t worried about culture wars, politics, or persecution. His biggest concern? Division. In this message, we explore what Jesus said was the greatest threat to his ekklesia (aka: the church), and why unity isn’t just a nice idea—it’s mission critical. If you’ve ever felt disillusioned by a divided church, confused about where faith fits into pol...

What if your prayers are too small? In Acts 4, the early church didn’t ask for safety—they asked for courage, and God showed up in power. Alistair unpacks why prayer isn’t wishful thinking, but an invitation to see God move in ways bigger than we imagine. Learn why prayer is about WHO we’re praying to, not how, and how bold prayers can shape your life, our church, and even our city.

We kick off Ekklesia by unpacking the original idea of church—ekklesia—a people gathered around Jesus, not a building. From a riot in Ephesus to Jesus’ words in Matthew 16, we trace how losing our why leads to survival mode, noise, and real hurt. But when we centre on Jesus, clarity returns and people find life. This talk calls us back to a church that thrives, loves sacrificially, and actually he...

Money’s never just money. It’s status and security—which is why it’s so emotional. This talk unpacks why cash keeps over-promising (enjoyment, security), how God actually delivers both, and why generosity isn’t loss—it’s trust. From 1 Timothy 6 and the Rich Young Ruler, we get a better vision for life: be rich in good deeds, be ready to share, and experience true life. Practical, honest, and built...

Father’s Day can feel messy—memories, mixed feelings, and the “dad” label itself. In John 14, we see Jesus say, “If you’ve seen me, you’ve seen the Father.” This talk unpacks how Jesus shows us the true heart of God—prophet (clarity), priest (mediator), and king (sacrificial leader)—and reimagines fatherhood through that lens. Walk out able to say with a grin, “That’s my Dad.”

We’ve all learned to live with pain — anger, insecurity, addiction — like background noise. But just because you’ve adapted to the brokenness doesn’t mean God wants you to stay in it. In this message, we explore how true healing only comes through honesty, forgiveness, and surrender to Jesus. Healing hurts — but it’s worth the hurt. Jesus is asking: “Do you want to get well?” Take the step. Your h...

Ever notice how certain patterns in families just keep showing up—good and bad? In this talk we’ll explore how the fruit of your life is impacted by generations before you, but the good news is Jesus doesn’t just prune branches, He replants the whole tree in better soil. In this talk we unpack why the struggles of your past don’t have to define your future, and how Jesus can rewrite the story of y...

Your dad wasn’t perfect — and the wounds he carried might have found their way into your life. But God says your story doesn’t have to repeat theirs. In this talk, we unpack Ezekiel 18 to discover how to break harmful family patterns, re-centre life on God, and choose influence over control. This is about stopping the generational bleeding and passing on blessing instead.

Many of us grew up with a dad, but not always the one we needed. This talk kicks off a new series exploring how our view of God is shaped by our experience of fatherhood. Whether your dad was absent, inconsistent, or even amazing, your image of him might still be limiting who you’re becoming. In this message, we unpack how God is the perfect Father who grants the approval we’ve been chasing all al...

Ever wish you could rewrite a moment in your life? Whether it’s a small regret or something big that haunts you, this message unpacks how Jesus doesn’t just forgive, He redeems. Looking through the story of Esau, we explore why regret happens, why it sticks, and how following Jesus can break the cycle. No matter your past, there’s a future filled with purpose and grace on the other side of surrend...

In this incredibly insightful message, Michael Rumende challenges us to rethink the way we view our gifts, finance, time and lives. The hallmark of this talk is a powerful bottom line; We are owners of nothing, but stewards of everything. Michael challenges our cultural norm of ownership solving lifes problems and exposes the beautiful reality of what life with Jesus offers.

Time is one of the greatest levers we have—yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood and misused. In this message, we explore how to wisely steward the short time we’ve been given on earth, not from a place of anxiety or pressure, but with clarity, purpose, and alignment with God's will. Rooted in Ephesians 5:15–17, this talk unpacks the mystery of time, the cultural pressures that distort it, a...

What if you're wasting your greatest advantage—without even realizing it? From Blockbuster’s missed shot at buying Netflix, to Kodak’s buried invention of the digital camera, history is full of people who had the advantage… but failed to leverage it. In this powerful message, we shift the conversation from theory to practice—focusing on one of the most revealing areas of our lives: money. Not just...

Everyone one of us want someone to believe in us! We've maybe had someone that believed in us even when we haven't believed in ourselves. In this message, Daniel shows us how important it is for us to see ourselves as believers in others - that we shouldn't take a shallow path, or even necessarily a deep path... But instead, the Jesus path - a personal connection with people. Because the stakes ha...

Being a parent doesn’t mean owning your child—it means representing God to them. This message unpacks how grace, not control, creates healthy homes and resilient kids. Learn how discipline, identity, and forgiveness shape your parenting journey, and why shifting from owner to ambassador could change your family forever.

Ever found yourself asking, “Is this all there is?” Maybe it was in traffic, after a big success, or just staring at the ceiling late at night. You’re alive—but why? In this powerful message, we explore what it means to be anointed by God—set apart for something greater. Through the story of David’s unlikely anointing in 1 Samuel 16, we discover that God doesn’t choose based on outward appearances...

In this third episode of our series ICON, we dive further into one of the most misunderstood and mysterious aspects of the Christian faith: the Holy Spirit—also known as the Holy Ghost. Is He like Wi-Fi, invisible but essential? Or something more? Using vivid imagery and real-life illustrations, this message explores how the Bible compares the Holy Spirit to wind: unseen, yet powerful and life-cha...

The Holy Spirit is the person who brings you peace, purpose, and the power to start again. We all long for peace, purpose and a fresh start—but how do we actually experience that? In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit isn’t a vibe or a force, but a person who brings deep peace, lasting purpose, and a powerful new beginning to our lives. Looking at Jesus’ baptism in Mark, we unpack how Go...

Ever played fire soccer with zero clue about the danger? Alistair kicks off our new ICON series with a message that’s 🔥—literally. Exploring the Holy Spirit as fire, he unpacks how God ignites a flame in us and invites us to keep it burning. This isn’t hype or hustle—it’s about stewardship, not striving. Don’t suppress what God has started. Let this message challenge your comfort and spark someth...