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

God’s pursuit is gracious, tender, and full of mercy. Today’s verses: Genesis 3:8-9; Psalm 139:1-3; Psalm 23:6 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.

Christian discipleship is not supposed to be a hidden identity. Today’s verse: Luke 8:16 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.

We can’t choose how long we live, but we can choose how we live. Today’s verses: Psalm 90:12-14 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.

Jesus marvelled at the faith of an unlikely person. Today’s verses: Matthew 8:8-10 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.

We look for the fresh work of God, even in places that feel dry or barren. Today’s verses: Isaiah 43:18-19 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.

Jesus gives a peace that holds steady when everything else feels shaky. Today’s verses: John 14:26-27 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.

If God makes the days, why should we fear them? Today’s verses: Psalm 118:1,24 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.

Death won’t have the final word for God’s people. Today’s verse: 1 Corinthians 15:20 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.

The empty tomb changed everything for the first Christians. Today’s verse: 1 Peter 1:3 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.

The Resurrection wasn’t just a miracle – it was a victory announcement. Today’s verses: Acts 5:29-30 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.

God’s love is more powerful than anything in this world. Today’s verses: Romans 8:38-39 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.

The Resurrection really, really matters. Today’s verses: 1 Corinthians 15:17-19 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.

When Jesus died, a barrier which stood for centuries was suddenly gone. Today’s verses: Matthew 27:51-53 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.

Holy Communion holds together both memory and hope. Today’s verse: 1 Corinthians 11:26 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.

Real love isn’t just words or feelings. It’s sacrifice. Today’s verse: 1 John 3:16 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.

The penitent thief provides an extraordinary example of faith. Today’s verses: Luke 23:39-43 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.

The Son of God loved us and gave himself for you and me. Today’s verses: Galatians 2:20-21 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.

God had a purpose for a humble donkey. He has a purpose for our lives, too. Today’s verses: Luke 19:32-35 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.

We’re not alone when we struggle. The Lord is there, ready to help us through it. Today’s verse: 1 Corinthians 10:13 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.

Like Mary, let’s say ‘yes’ to God. Today’s verses: Luke 1:30-33,38 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.

The Master we are serving is Christ. Today’s verses: Colossians 3:23-24 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.

Jesus warns that speaking against the Holy Spirit is unforgivable – but the warning isn’t as frightening as it first sounds. Today’s verses: Matthew 12:31-32 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.

The Gospel has the power to transform lives. Today’s verses: Colossians 1:4-6 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.

Jesus flips our ideas of greatness upside down. Today’s verses: Matthew 18:1-5 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.

Hugh Latimer stayed faithful to what he believed God wanted him to do. Today’s verses: Galatians 1:10-12 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.

The Father welcomes us with open arms. Today’s verses: Luke 15:18-20 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.

God spoke to Lydia and used her in a significant way. Today’s verses: Acts 16:14-15 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.

Following Jesus sometimes means resisting what our culture thinks is normal. Today’s verse: Romans 12:2 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.

The Good News of Jesus shapes how we live. Today’s verses: Mark 1:14-15 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.

God meets us in our struggles. Today’s verses: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 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.

God didn’t light our lamps so we could hide them. Today’s verses: Mark 4:21-23 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.

The image of God means every person has inherent value. Today’s verses: Genesis 1:26-27 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.

Human faithlessness doesn’t cancel out God’s faithfulness. Today’s verses: Romans 3:3-4 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.

When we put our faith in Christ, we’re made clean. Today’s verses: Matthew 23:27-28 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.

God offers a peace that doesn’t depend on our circumstances. Today’s verses: Psalm 62:1-2 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.

Jesus wants relationship. He wants to know us. Today’s verses: Matthew 7:21-23 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.

Praise is part of our identity. Today’s verses: Psalm 113:1-3 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.

A miracle in Matthew 9 points ahead to the good news of Easter. Today’s verses: Matthew 9:23-26 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.

Nothing can take us out of God’s hands. Today’s verses: Psalm 91:1-2,7 and Romans 8:35,37-39 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.

Most people come to faith because someone reached out. Today’s verses: John 1:45-46,49 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.

We sometimes forget God and let him down. But he remembers his promises. Today’s verses: Psalm 106:19-21,44-45 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.

God pours out his love. He loves us extravagantly. Today’s verses: Matthew 13:4-8 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.

A famous story in Exodus 3 points ahead to the sacrifice of Christ. Today’s verses: Exodus 3:2-4 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.

Real wealth isn’t measured in dollars or possessions. Today’s verses: 1 Timothy 6:6-7 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.

The same God who created the world can create a new heart in us. Today’s verses: Psalm 51:10-12 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.

Prayer is not ultimately about us. It’s about God. Today’s verses: Matthew 6:5-6 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.

Generous living has ripple effects. Today’s verses: 2 Corinthians 9:2,12-13 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.

God’s Word can help shift our focus. Today’s verses: Psalm 46:10-11 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.

When we gather in the name of Christ, he is with us. Today’s verses: Matthew 18:18-20 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.

The God who shaped galaxies knows us. The God who scattered the stars loves us. Today’s verses: Psalm 19:1‑4 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.

Keep asking. Keep seeking. Keep knocking. Today’s verses: Luke 11:9-10 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.