Who were you before the world told you who you should be? It can be challenging to be truly authentic when we become preoccupied with how we see ourselves versus how others see us.
Embracing Your Identity in Christ
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Melinda McCredie
The Power To Change
The most powerful form of prayer is pre-emptive prayer, the sort of prayer we pray ahead of time. Yes, God will show up in a crisis. But how many people treat prayer like a last resort instead of their first point of contact?
Fear No Evil: Finding Courage In A World Gone Mad
As followers of Jesus, how can we go from fear to faith in the midst of the constant changes, challenges and chaos that define our world today?
Gratitude in the Midst of Difficulties: Insights from Karl Faase
Karl Faase is an Australian Christian speaker, media presenter, and author who has been inspiring audiences around the world for over two decades. He is the CEO of Olive Tree Media, through which he hosted and created the documentaries Faith Runs Deep and Jesus the Game Changer. Karl is also widely known as the presenter [...]
But I’m Single – Pastor Jeff Vines
Pastor Jeff Vines challenges the misconception that being single is somehow lesser. He shares the enormous benefits of being a single Christian.
Marriage and Money
Marriage and finances is a topic that can easily cause division between couples. Despite joining together in marital bliss, many couples then find themselves facing financial strain.
The Value of Extended Family
God puts us in families and if we make that a priority, we will be greatly enriched, and our families strengthened.
God at Work in a Marriage
New Zealand, England and Hong Kong are just some of the destinations that Tony and Narelle Davenport have experienced together as a couple. From international news reporter to news producer on the Gold Coast, Tony and Narelle have lived quite an adventurous life.
The Importance of Date Night
We all know life can get busy, but it’s so important to take the time to pursue your spouse and find ways to make them feel special.
What Makes a Biblical Marriage Happy
What makes a Biblical marriage happy and what do we contrast that to? For many Christians, it’s a timeless comparison between the sacred institution of Biblical marriage and the contemporary practices of de facto or trial marriages.
The Healing Power of God in a Marriage
Marriage. Alcoholism. Relationship breakdown. Where is God in the midst of these things? On this episode of The Story, Jimmy Colefax talks to Jeff and Virginia Ball about their journey through many years of hardship. But God would eventually bring much needed healing through a Christian counsellor, who they credit with saving their relationship. After [...]
In a World of Bad News, Be the Good News
Jesus says that before the world ends, there’ll be more wars, plagues and deceivers. But even more amazing is what He says will happen with the Gospel
Redland City Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast for Chaplains
In our rapidly changing, technology-driven society, families often face challenges. It is common for people to experience feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even discrimination due to bullying and harassment.
Whose Kingdom Are You Really Building?
The Bible tells us that everything we have, including our resources talents and abilities are given to us by God. If we are using our resources to build a name for ourselves, or to get more and more wealthy, it becomes idolatry.
Finding Courage In A World Gone Mad
As followers of Jesus, how can we go from fear to faith in the midst of the constant changes, challenges and chaos that define our world today?
Dad’s Toolkit
It’s a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the value of family, and in particular the role of dads, as Father’s Day approaches. What are your strengths as a parent? Are there some areas you could grow in? How do you begin your journey of becoming the parent God has called you to be?
Generational Healing
Only God is a perfect father, and even good dads will let us down from time to time.
The Importance of Discernment in Understanding Jesus’ Message
In John 7:14-24, Jesus is making an appearance at the temple during the time of the Feast of Tabernacles. He will begin to teach in the middle of the festive week, and there will come a robust, confrontational discussion between the Lord and His detractors.
From Poverty and Abuse to Leading a Mission: Bill Sutcliffe’s Inspiring Story
Bill Sutcliffe’s story is one of extraordinary power, love and forgiveness. Coming from a childhood of poverty and abuse, Bill has become a remarkable example of how seemingly insurmountable obstacles can be overcome.
The Chaos of a Conflicted Church
What is the reason for the increasing tension we face in the West today? Many believe it could have something to do with the decline of the Christian church.
The Role of Music in Ps Phil McIlwraith’s Spiritual Growth
On this episode, host Aiden Grant was joined by Pastor Phil McIlwraith. Together they discussed how the song, Clear To Pass by Aussie band Antiskeptic became like an awakening for Phil in his teenage years.
Disrupting Mercy: Turning Teardrops into Joy
What is mercy and what can we glean from the Bible about it? As Christians, we easily recognise that the whole world desperately needs mercy right now.
Texting Farmer Inspires Many
Twelve years ago, Sugar Cane Farmer Ross Gambino decided he wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. His chosen method: text messaging.
Restoring Confidence and Managing Change
Have you struggled to adapt to the constantly changing world we find ourselves living in? We’ve all felt the sting of Covid over the past few years. But we can’t let uncertainty and confusion rule.
Essential Qualities of a Godly Leader
What happens when we excuse ourselves from the obligations of the Gospel? Every Christian leader knows they must undergo a steep learning curve to progress from new believer, to follower, to disciple to ultimately becoming a leader.