CURRENTS Podcast

Embark on a captivating exploration of Luke 1 as we uncover the intricate details that reveal the profound essence of Jesus' birth. Join us to rediscover the true meaning behind this timeless narrative, pausing to reflect on the question: "What gift are we offering the Savior this Christmas?" If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/stirconference

Dive into the origins of creation with our podcast as we unravel the intriguing narrative behind its formation. Join us as we explore the genesis story through scripture, engaging with perspectives from various theologians. Delve into the age-old debate: Did God shape the world in a literal seven days? We'll ponder this question while touching upon fascinating elements, such as the place of dinosaurs within the creation story. Join us on this enlightening journey through time and theology. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: ⁠https://linktr.ee/stirconference

As it's our 40th, we thought we would take you on the road with us and share with you what the Lord has been teaching us. P.S: We may also mention dinosaurs at one point in our episode too. Enjoy :) If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For this week's episode, Richard is backk and we come back with a question that is being discussed in the church, particularly with today's young adults across Australia. We are then forced to reckon with ourselves and the food in which we are eating? If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week's release is from STIR Conference 2023! An episode recorded LIVE where we got questions from the congregation and answered openly and to our current level of understanding. Featuring, Faith Battistella, Franco Swanepoel and Richard Yeboah. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We introduce to you Ben Kumar, a great friend, lover of The Word, and an outstanding leader. Ben joins us over 3 episodes as we pull apart Romans 12:1-8. We discuss the concept of Spiritual Death, what it means to offer your body as a living sacrifice, what it means to find God's will, how to renew your mind and so much more. Stay plugged in as these episodes will stretch your mind at the very least. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We introduce to you Ben Kumar, a great friend, lover of The Word, and an outstanding leader. Ben joins us over 3 episodes as we pull apart Romans 12:1-8. We discuss the concept of Spiritual Death, what it means to offer your body as a living sacrifice, what it means to find God's will, how to renew your mind and so much more. Stay plugged in as these episodes will stretch your mind at the very least. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We introduce to you Ben Kumar, a great friend, lover of The Word, and an outstanding leader. Ben joins us over 3 episodes as we pull apart Romans 12:1-8. We discuss the concept of Spiritual Death, what it means to offer your body as a living sacrifice, what it means to find God's will, how to renew your mind and so much more. Stay plugged in as these episodes will stretch your mind at the very least. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

While looking at Jesus restoring Peter as a Sheppard to the church in John 21:14-17, we discover that the agapē (unearned love of God) restores us when we fail and compels us to an even greater degree of love for God and those around us. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: ⁠https://linktr.ee/stirconference⁠

As part of Easter, we reflected over a thought provoking post regarding the repentant thief. Prompting conversations about how he was saved and what this then means for us. Read the caption of the post that was read below: "How does the thief on the cross fit into your theology? No baptism, no communion, no confirmation, no speaking in tongues, no mission trip, no volunteerism, no financial gifts, and no church clothes. He couldn't even bend his knees to pray. He didn't say the sinner's prayer and among other things, he was a thief. Jesus didn't take away his pain, heal his body, or smite his scoffers. Yet, it was a thief who walked into paradise the same hour as Jesus simply by BELIEVING. He had nothing more to offer other than his belief that Jesus was who He said He was. No spin from brilliant theologians. No ego or arrogance. No shiny lights, skinny jeans, or crafty words. No fog machine, donuts, or coffee in the lobby. Just a naked man dying on a cross unable to even fold his hands to pray" - Steve Nicholas Thoughts?! If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For this week's episode we have the lovely Talei joining us. She is the person behind our Currents artwork & is a 16 year-old girl who lives boldly for Jesus. She chooses a scripture that challenges our reality of obedience towards God. The question we are left with is, who is your Lord?! If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

In this week's episode, we talk about Luke 10:21 and how God's truth is revealed to the humble and lowly and hidden to the wise. This challenges us to look at our relationship with God and question whether God could be hiding His treasures from us. And so, we talk about where we find ourselves today. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

Today's release was a great discussion about the vision that Ezekiel had in the valley of the dry bones. This discussion encouraged us to speak forth in faith what God has already spoken, but also to remember our dependence on God's breath. Let this song encourage you: https://open.spotify.com/track/6fdglWE2qycjtz0JlW94HW?si=4d30d75d2710496a If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week we went heavy by looking at the Scripture brought to us by Paul in Galatians 5. As Luther says: “the more godly a man is, the more he feels the battle.” This is what we dive into as we face the reality of the war happening between the flesh and the spirit in our lives. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We kicked off the year with an episode to help us keep wisdom in front of us and not wander like a fool. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We decided to reflect on the Hope of the world for our last of episode of the year!!! Discussing the prophecy that Isaiah gave to Judah as they were in captivity which in turn, reminds us all what the true meaning of Christmas is. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

In this week's episode, we dive into the topic that most Christians try to avoid when it comes to relationships and following God's teachings around this. Today, many Christians find themselves caught in the crossfire between negotiating their relationships with God - trying to justify that dating and even marrying a non-christ follower is ok. We enter into this deep conversation that needs to be had in order to understand the importance of our relationships and what God's desire is for us in leading a life of faith. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week's episode challenges us to bring restoration to our relationships when someone has sinned against us. Giving us instruction on how to deal with conflict in a way that is Holy and pleasing to God. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

Today we talked about fasting on a listener's request. We explore the spiritual discipline of fasting as we looked at Matthew 6:16-18. Talking about how it draws us closer to God if we do it from the right place. Listen in and let us know what you think. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

In today's episode, we challenge ourselves and our listeners to look at our lives and see if they reveal a life that is truly set free by Christ. This discussion came from John 8:31-32 NIV. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

Don't let the title scare you from hearing a very important word, as we centered our conversations around Psalms 10:4. Being challenged to let go of pride and humble ourselves. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We discuss our thoughts behind 1 Samuel 16:7 and how God said not to be impressed by appearances but by looking at the heart. The conversation then leads to encouraging us not to walk in our past but in what God has done. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

In today's episode, we get back to exploring scripture and discussing Acts 1, and being challenged to be the witness we are all empowered to be. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week we had our friend Caleb Rock join us, which turned into a conversation about our Christian walk. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week we released our first ever LIVE podcast recording where our hosts and guests of STIR Conference asked our speakers questions they want to be answered. This was recorded at STIR Conference in July 2022. Featuring, David McHugh, Damien Ganley, and Faith Battistella. Enjoy!  If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week our hosts finish answering the questions that came from listeners, referring to our previous episodes about our 'Experience Of God'. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week our hosts answered the questions that came from our listeners, referring to our previous episodes about our 'Experience of God' Series. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

This week we had our friend Joel from Brisbane join us as we continued our ‘Experience of God' series. He openly shared his struggles with God and how he has seen the transformational work of God in his life as he intentionally devotes himself to God. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We continue with our 'Experience of God' series and Richard shares with us his journey so far and how he is trying to work through his current struggles. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For this week's episode, Faith shares her experience with God and explains how her emotions are a way that God communicates.  Also, Richard and Franco ask questions throughout the episode to understand what that looks like. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For this week's episode, Richard and Faith sit down with Franco and talk through his experience with God, and how he's gotten to where he is now. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For episode 11, we have our first guest, Damien Ganley. He is a good friend of STIR Ministries and we are so excited to have a discussion with him all together. Enjoy, friends. In this episode we discuss, do we become complacent with honouring Christ, and His work in our lives? We discuss what our lives could look like if we were able to get this right. The challenge for us is to ensure that Christ is honoured first in the right place in our lives so He can work in us freely. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We finished exploring the 5 attributes of God and how they are linked, which give us confidence in God's Character. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We took apart the most quoted verse in the Old Testament which describes God's character. We also explain the verse from our current level of understanding, which ends with us exploring one of God's attributes. We'll then continue to explore this attribute in the next episode. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We explored Luke 14:26 and how Jesus uses an hyperbole to make a point that we must seek Him first and foremost and the kingdom above all things and people. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We bring our first episode for the year with Psalms 1:1-3 and reflect on what it means to be planted. Let us all meditate on His word day and night. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We discussed Romans 8:14 and spoke about the differences between living according to the flesh and being led by Spirit. This directly relates to our relationship with God and how we respond. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

For Pt 2, we discuss 1 Peter 1:14-16 and went deeper in our understanding of how to be Holy, despite the culture we live in. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

In discussing Hebrews 12:10, we are challenged to love holiness and are convicted to be holy and set apart. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference Also, if you want to further your understanding on the subject of Holiness you can click the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9vn5UvsHvM

We discuss Psalms 23:4-5 and how when we make Yahweh our shepherd, regardless of the valley we face, you will come out victorious because Jesus has overcome. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We discuss Matt. 7:12 and how we are called to love others the way we want to be loved, in a way that doesn't take away law but fulfils it. If you want to stay connected with us, click the link below: https://linktr.ee/stirconference

We discuss Proverbs 3:5-6 NET and explore how we can lean on God's understanding and not on our own.

Here is a quick introduction to our podcast. For more information on our movement, visit our different social media platforms at: @stirconference Produced by STIR Ministries.