OneHope Baptist Church

Tim Ferris from Elijah House unpacks the secrets to healing our most important earthly relationship: the one with ourselves. Let's dive in.

Joined by special guest speaker Debbie Ferris, National Director of Elijah House Ministries Australia. "Broken people break people but healed people heal people." At Elijah House, we believe in healing the broken to transform lives through Christ's power.

The path God offers may be challenging but comes with the assurance that He will lead you to your destinies, even if it's through trials and tribulations.

"True humility means thinking of oneself less, not thinking less of oneself". Discover the secret to staying bold in adversity. Paul's journey in Acts 26 reveals how confidence and humility reshape our challenges.    

Ren Inei, a cherished member of our community, shared his journey of coming to faith, straying, and returning with renewed strength, guided by God's light.

Join Robbie Spicer as he sits down with Georgie Allen on the One Hope Baptist Church podcast. Georgie shares her journey of wrestling with church hurt, misconceptions, and discovering profound faith.

Be encouraged by a message from the book of Acts as Matt shares the message “Through Many Hardships.”        

Feel like you are not hearing from God? God's communication with us is more than just words; it brings transformation and change when we are open and willing to listen and alter our lives accordingly.

Paul faced opposition and failure, yet persevered in spreading the Gospel. Ray emphasizes that often, it's not about seeking greener pastures, but understanding that God can use us right where we are.

In the book of Acts, Paul's example teaches that ministry often happens in the midst of life's so-called interruptions. We are called to be ambassadors for Christ, carrying His presence into every sphere of our day-to-day lives.

Matt highlights a shocking yet transformative truth: God's grace embraces those who confess they "are not" and "cannot." Vulnerability is the key to spiritual growth.

Guest speaker Ben Higgins, from Alpha Australia, delved into the explosive growth of the early church as told in the Book of Acts. He highlighted the power of the Holy Spirit and the profound impact of obedient acts of faith. Sharing faith shouldn't be awkward or daunting; instead, it should be pursued with genuine compassion and intentionality just like the early church.

Discovering freedom in surrender, Justin said, “I choose to trust you, God.” It’s a testimony of God's provision and grace when you reach the end of your rope.

Imagine a church where every problem becomes an opportunity for God’s power. We gather, share, and amplify each other’s faith. This transforms us into bold witnesses for what God is doing.

In this engaging episode, One Hope Church highlights two emerging voices, Ally Knights and Celins Chauhan, to share their distinctive insights on spiritual transformation through the Holy Spirit. 

Effective prayer distinguishes the church from secular gatherings, revealing the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. Notably, whether praying in the Spirit or in our own language, the Holy Spirit intercedes aligning with God's perfect will.

Join Caitlyn as she delves into the story of Pentecost from Acts Chapter 2, exploring themes of ordinary people empowered by the Holy Spirit to fulfill God's secret rescue plan. Caityn creatively involves the children in the message given at the family service.  

"Repent and be baptized.” Let go of living separately from God, aiming for full unity and immersion. Stepping into the river, not standing on the fringe, is where understanding blossoms—into the unknown, the unseen.

Amy's first experience with unexpected power was when she went 50 km/h in a children's car rigged by her brother. This experience parallels the powerful surprise that awaits us with God's Holy Spirit. As Amy reflects, “There is unexpected power that is available for us through the Holy Spirit.” Are you ready to discover it?

Jesus’ teachings in the Gospel of Luke stress the importance of recognizing that discipleship requires a deep understanding that everything belongs to God, challenging the notion of personal ownership and autonomy.

We often miss lessons embedded in parables, and today is about seeing what’s beyond our gates and how it affects our eternity. The rich man, despite his wealth, was "enmeshed" with his money yet spiritually poor, ignorant of the beggar at his doorstep.

Ernie recalls his initial days at the orphanage as "devastating," filled with emotions of abandonment and longing for his parents. Life, he realised, would not be easy. However, even in those lonely moments, Ernie was not alone. One profound experience as a child changed everything — when he ventured into the fields and cried out to God.

Wealth can be a significant obstacle to entering the Kingdom of God, and a heart willing to give up everything is required to truly follow Jesus.

Jesus's teachings reveal our human tendencies to justify clinging to our wealth, status, and possessions, echoing the Pharisees' pitfalls. We are urged to not "justify ourselves in the eyes of others," but instead, focus on what is really valued in God's sight.

The most important thing you can discover is the meaning of life, your purpose. It requires ultimate commitment. Are you ready to reflect deeply and give your life a fresh direction today?