Find hope and inspiration every weekday with the Bible Boost podcast from Reverend George Penk. Each episode looks at a brief passage of Scripture for some encouragement.Â

Jesus is clear: his followers are called to love. Today’s verses: John 15:9-11 If you like Bible Boost, check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenk or george@lifefm.co.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each morning brings new mercy, new hope, and a chance to trust God again. Today’s verses: Lamentations 3:22-25 If you like Bible Boost, check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenk or george@lifefm.co.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You are known and loved by God. Today’s verses: Matthew 10:29-31 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God has a purpose for our lives. Today’s verses: Jeremiah 1:4-5 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus wants us to walk in love. Today’s verses: 2 John 4-6 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen pointed people to Jesus. We can do the same. Today’s verses: Acts 7:54-56 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gifts of the magi point to who Jesus really is. Today’s verse: Matthew 2:11 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The message of Christmas feels as important as ever. Today’s verses: Luke 2:8-11 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a sense, every day is like Christmas. Today’s verse: 1 Corinthians 6:19 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s not forget that Jesus is coming back. Today’s verses: Matthew 24:42-44 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God has given us tools for when the journey is hard.Today’s verse: 1 Samuel 1:10For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christmas isn’t just a once-a-year event. Today’s verse: Matthew 2:12 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advent is a season of waiting, hoping, and preparing. Today’s verse: John 1:14 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The best thing we can do this Christmas is worship the King. Today’s verse: Luke 2:15 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The birth of Christ was God stepping in to help his people. Today’s verses: Luke 1:54-55 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Magnificat, Mary lifts her voice to celebrate God. Today’s verses: Luke 1:46-49 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John’s ministry was about pointing people to Christ. Today’s verses: Mark 1:7-8 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John the Baptist spoke on God’s behalf, and so can we. Today’s verses: Mark 1:2-4 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zechariah saw that God was coming to bring salvation. Today’s verses: Luke 1:76-77 and Luke 1:78-79 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zechariah gave us a good example to follow when he praised God. Today’s verses: Luke 1:68-70 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God’s presence gives us joy. Today’s verses: Luke 1:41-44 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of our favourite carols is not actually about Christmas. Today’s verses: Psalm 98:4-6 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The child in the manger was the fulfilment of Ezekiel’s promise. Today’s verse: Ezekiel 34:23 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s use our words to build people up. Today’s verse: Ephesians 4:29 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God wants to meet you in his Word. Today’s verses: Psalm 119:47-48 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul’s fulfilment came from Jesus – not from what others thought of him. Today’s verses: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-6 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus understands our struggles because he’s been there himself. Today’s verse: Hebrews 2:18 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanksgiving should be a big part of our prayers. Today’s verses: Ephesians 5:18b-20 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Telling others about God can make a massive difference. Today’s verses: Isaiah 12:4-5 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following Jesus isn’t just about what we say. It’s also about what we do. Today’s verses: Matthew 25:34-36 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One day, Jesus will come back. Today’s verses: Revelation 1:4b-5 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CS Lewis taught that Christian hope is not passive. Today’s verse: 1 Peter 1:3 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can take joy in God’s Word as we reflect on it. Today’s verses: Psalm 1:1-2 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Lord tells us to not worry about everyday life. Today’s verses: Matthew 6:25,32-34 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The good news isn’t just words on a page. It’s embodied in Jesus. Today’s verses: Luke 4:18-19 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus came to help you and me. Today’s verses: Hebrews 2:16-17 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus is God’s greatest message to us. Today’s verses: John 5:39-40 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Simeon’s story shows us the importance of perseverance. Today’s verse: Romans 12:12 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The person who wrote Psalm 42 gave us a great example to follow. Today’s verses: Psalm 42:1-3,5a For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A poor widow trusted God. Will we do the same? Today’s verses: Mark 12:43-44 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God treated Isaiah with mercy, then gave him a job to do. Today’s verses: Isaiah 6:3-5 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stay the course. Keep trusting God. Today’s verses: Hebrews 4:14-16 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can talk with God about what’s going on, and how it’s making us feel. Today’s verses: Psalm 54:1-3 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can do all things through Christ, who gives you strength. Today’s verses: Philippians 4:12-13 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of Bartimaeus contains an important lesson for us. Today’s verses: Mark 10:51-52 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin de Porres faithfully followed Jesus’ call to humble service. Today’s verses: Matthew 20:26b-28 and Matthew 23:11 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life might be stormy, and you may not feel very strong. But God always is. Today’s verses: Psalm 18:1-2 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s easy to be critical of the Pharisees. It’s harder to reflect on our own priorities. Today’s verses: Mark 7:6-8 For more content like this, connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our bodies were created by a loving God. Today’s verses: Genesis 1:26-27 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The king invites us to celebrate with him. Today’s verses: Matthew 22:2-4 Please give Bible Boost a rating or review. Doing so helps other people find it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God will strengthen us, help us, and uphold us. Today’s verse: Isaiah 41:10 If you enjoy Bible Boost, make sure you also check out the Seven-Minute Sermon podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.