Bible Talks

Jesus predicted the future on more than one occasion. He was always right. What did he say about the end of the world? And are you ready for it?

What's your attitude to your money?
Who is the master of it?
Are you using the resources God has given you faithfully and shrewdly?

Lost people matter to God.
You matter to God.
They matter to God.
If you're lost, come home.
If God has found you, celebrate when he welcomes others.

When we see suffering in the world (either victims of natural disasters or victims someone else's evil) it raises all kinds of theological questions for us. Where is God in all that? Is there any link between people's suffering and their sin? Is God giving them what they deserve? What about "innocent" people who suffer? Jesus responds to questions about sin and suffering by issuing two serious warnings to us about our sin and our potential suffering: Repent or Perish. Bear fruit or be cut down.
Have YOU repented yet? Are YOU bearing fruit?

Instead of living greedy and anxious lives, Jesus calls us to seek God's kingdom first, to be generous with our treasure, and to trust Him to supply our needs.

The Aussie dream is basically to enjoy a long and happy life. If you work hard and earn enough money you can live the lifestyle you want, and then you can spend the kids inheritance on a long and enjoyable retirement (travelling, kicking back, eating good food, drinking nice wine and indulging your hobbies). But Jesus says "If you think that's what life's about, you're a fool."
So what's 'foolish' about living the good life? And what does Jesus say is the wiser way to go?

Some people say they'd believe in God if He'd just show them a sign. How does Jesus respond to that?

Our culture is big on tolerance and being accepting of all spiritualities. But Jesus says: "“He who is not with me is against me, and he who does not gather with me, scatters." What gives him the right to make such big calls? And does it matter anyway?

Jesus wants relationship with us more then he wants service from us. He calls us to avoid being distracted by many things (often good things) and to listen to Him above all else. What things have been distracting you from listening to Jesus lately?

Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan is one the most well known and least understood parts of Jesus' teaching. Are you sure you really get what it's about and what it looks like to put into practice??

Jesus is very up-front about the cost of following Him. Do you still want in?

Jesus' disciples were a bunch of block-heads - just like us. They struggled with issues of pride, intolerance and judgmentalism. Thankfully Jesus died for all those sins, and is patient with us, and gives clear instruction on how to live as one of his followers...

Feeling a bit disconnected and powerless in your life? Get plugged in to Jesus!

Guest preacher Steve Covetz (lead pastor The Point Community Church, Port Macquarie) looks at Luke 9:18-27.

Jesus was tortured and executed on a Friday and Christians call that Good Friday. Not good for Jesus, but very good for us...

John the Baptist's mission was to get people ready for Jesus the Baptist.
John said: “I baptize you with water. But one more powerful than I will come, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire". (Luke 3:16)
Are you ready to meet Jesus? There's only one way to get ready - chuck a u-ee.

We live in a culture that expects very little from youth except that they act like good consumers and spend their (parents) money. Are we doing the same in church by expecting too little from our youth?
When Jesus was 12, he was clear about his identity, his priorities and his life's mission. He was also able to engage in meaningful theological discussion with elders.
What would it look like if we followed his example and pursued spiritual growth with a passion?

Do you have any life goals? things you want to achieve or see happen before you die? If you don't - you don't know what you're living for. And if you do - and you actually achieve them all, will they have been the best things to pursue, and more importantly, will they have been good preparation for the life beyond the grave? Find out how to live well, and die well.