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Have you ever made a promise to do better, be more patient, or act more like Jesus, only to fail a few days later? In the powerful finale of our "Greater Things" series, Ruth delivers a transformative Easter message about the difference between human effort and resurrection power. Using a highly relatable struggle with salt and vinegar chips and a brilliant visual experiment , we learn what Jesus...

Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed by the idea of "making disciples"? What if changing the world doesn't require a massive platform, but just a willingness to start exactly where you are? In Week 3 of our "Greater Things" series, Megs unpacks the reality of the Great Commission in Matthew 28. Jesus spent His entire earthly ministry walking a tiny 5,000km radius, yet He handed the redemption o...

Are you carrying the heavy weight of anger or bitterness towards someone who hurt you? What if holding onto that hatred is actually locking you in a prison you don't even realize you are in? In this powerful message, we explore the concept of "Greater Love." We dive into the profound truth that God loved us first, demonstrating His love by dying for us while we were still sinners. We tackle one of...

Are you doing all the "right" things but still feeling completely exhausted? What if your burnout is actually a warning sign that you are trying to control your life without God's power? In Week 1 of our series, "Greater Things," we look at the story of Moses refusing to step into the Promised Land without God's presence . We explore the myth of "balance and boundaries," discovering why trying to...

Are you waiting for the "perfect" moment to step out, serve, give, or use your gifts? What if the demand for perfection is exactly what is keeping you stuck? In the final week of our "More" series, we tackle the paralyzing trap of perfectionism. We often bury our talents because we are afraid of rejection or failure . Using the famous story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, we look at the little boy who...

Are you living like a chipmunk? We are wired to gather, hoard, and protect our time, energy, and resources . But what if holding on tightly is actually keeping your life small? In Week 4 of our "More" series, we explore the radical, upside-down economy of Jesus. Human instinct tells us to hoard our time, energy, and resources like a chipmunk preparing for winter . But Jesus teaches that unless a s...

"You might have two to five years." What do you do when the doctor gives you the worst news imaginable? When your life starts shaking, you quickly discover exactly what your foundation is built on. In Week 3 of our "More" series, we explore what it means to be truly Unshakeable. The pastor shares a deeply vulnerable testimony from 1994, when his wife suffered a sudden seizure and was diagnosed wit...

You wouldn't sit a test and then study for it. So why do we wait for a crisis to hit before we start building our faith? In Week 2 of our 'More' series, we tackle the illusion of control. Through a vulnerable personal story and the incredible testimony of a young man facing terminal cancer, we explore what it actually means to have a foundation of faith. Discover the difference between 'belief' an...

We live in a culture that worships the word "More"—more money, more success, more followers. We upgrade our lives constantly, but our souls remain restless. Why does having everything often leave us feeling like we have nothing? In Week 1 of our new series "MORE," we confront the emptiness of accumulation. Using the account of Jesus in the wilderness (Luke 4), we expose the three ancient traps tha...

Disruption leads to anxiety, but it also leads to necessary change. In this message, we use the analogy of a Formula 1 car to explain why God is "recalibrating" your life right now to prepare you for speed. Just like an F1 team has to completely rebuild the car when the track changes from wet to dry, God sometimes disrupts our lives to switch our "settings." You aren't being punished; you are bein...

Episode Title: Your Deepest Fear & The Glass Ceiling (Coach Carter) Episode Description: "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure." In the finale of our At The Movies series, we look at the film Coach Carter to explore the "Glass Ceilings"—the internal and external barriers—that stifle our potential. We discuss how fear and societ...

In the movie Hook, Peter Pan grows up to become Peter Banning—a corporate lawyer who has completely forgotten his magical past. In Week 2 of At The Movies, we use this film as a mirror for our spiritual lives. Many of us start our journey with a fervent passion for Jesus, but over time, life's distractions turn us into "Peter Bannings"—spiritually ineffective and disconnected from our "First Love....

Have you ever felt like you didn't belong? Like you were too broken, too loud, or just too "different" to fit in at church? In this kickoff to our At The Movies series, we look at the animated classic Ice Age to discover the secret of true community. We explore how a Mammoth (with a dark past), a Sloth (with no social awareness), and a Tiger (with a hidden agenda) formed an unlikely family—not by...

We often talk about "seeing" others, but the most life-changing truth is that God sees you. In this series finale of Love in Action, we recap the incredible stories of the last 6 weeks—from broken master's degrees to prison gift deliveries—and land on the ultimate theology: Predestination. We dive into Ephesians 1 and 1 Peter 1 to discover that you are not an accident. God had a blueprint for your...

We all love seeing our name on a gift, but what about the other labels we carry? "Worthless." "Disappointment." "Unloved." In this episode, Meagan explores the "Labels" that imprison us and how the Christmas story was God's radical plan to rename humanity. She breaks down the "scandalous" cast of the first Christmas (a pregnant teen, a tradie, and some shepherds called 'sinners') and shares a hear...

Can a single conversation change your eternity? In this episode, Pauline takes us back to the days of dial-up internet and ICQ to share how a random message from a stranger named "Lad of Destiny" led her to Jesus (and marriage). We also dive into the book of Acts to see how God uses "ordinary threads"—simple conversations and acts of kindness—to weave His story. Plus, we hear the incredible testim...

Episode Title: I Woke Up in a Stranger’s House (From Orphan to Heir) Episode Description: Have you ever felt like you didn't belong? Like you were on the outside looking in? In this moving message, Len shares his personal story of waking up at 5 years old in a blended family he didn't recognize. He explores the deep "Orphan Spirit" many of us carry—even as adults—and how the Christmas story is act...

Are you exhausted from trying to earn your worth? In a world that demands we have the right degrees, the right job, and the right "image," it’s easy to feel invisible when we don't measure up. But what if God isn't looking for your credentials? In this episode, we strip away the religious expectations and get real about what actually matters. Ps. Michael shares a vulnerable story about the time an...

This episode explores beyond superficial gaze to seeing that ignites action—echo God's Christmas love. Stories of kindness, bias barriers, and practical steps (hampers, kids' market) inspire multiplying small acts. See, lean in, change everything! Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro: Lovely City Hamper - Being Seen 00:01:25 - Small Acts' Impact: Texts, Meals, Kindness Marks 00:02:07 - Looking vs...

Series finale: Transform via self-laughter—God's joy as strength (Neh 8:10)! Laugh at mishaps, with others, in faith to defy despair. Elevator fails to victory dances: Don't focus on hills; trust the punchline. Red challenge: Spot red, tap joy. Worship through chuckles—He's good now! Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro: Laugh to Live - Self-Laughter Confession 00:00:53 - Embarrassment Struggles:...

Week 2 of "Hilarious": Discover God's wit in chaos! From Halloween dilemmas to bungled church visits, explore how laughter honors holiness, defies despair, and affirms divine control. Personal stories, Bible sarcasm (Gal 5:12), and imagined heavenly chats prove God laughs with us. Embrace absurdity for growth—trust Him in the funny! Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro: Holiness & Humor; Life...

Proof God's got jokes? Enter the "Hilarious" series with Megs spotlighting divine whimsy via Balaam's chatty donkey (Num 22). From angel roadblocks to arguing animals, see how God hilariously redirects the stubborn. Life's absurdities (wrong doors, stair tumbles) mirror His creative interventions—embrace the mess for growth, faith, and fun. Who's laughing with the Lord? Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00:...

Unlock freedom by releasing what's blocking God's flow in your life. Through stories of stalled growth, biblical calls to maturity, and practical surrender steps, discover how letting go of control, hurts, and the past invites Holy Spirit renewal. It's not loss—it's the start of true purpose. Tune in, reflect, and pray along. Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Story: The Boy Who Never Grew Up 00:01:30...

Dive into the powerful finale of our "Spill Over" series! Discover how sacrificial, unseen serving refines your heart, dethrones pride, and lights faith in others—like Jesus washing feet or Mizoram's "Handful of Rice" turning 1% Christians into 95%. It's not about applause; it's about resembling Christ and ransoming lives. Be filled, listen, speak, forgive, and now SERVE to let God's love overflow...

Forgiveness Is Freedom | Spill Over Week 4 Struggling with unforgiveness? In Week 4 of Spill Over: Live from God’s Heart, uncover how forgiveness is your path to true freedom. The speaker shares a raw story of betrayal and the choice to forgive, drawing from Jesus’ teachings and the Lord’s Prayer. Learn practical steps to release pain, pray for those who hurt you, and let God’s love fill the void....