Going Deeper

Alongside this podcast series, there is encouraging content on the Riverlife Women Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with us online and add your voice into the conversation. Let's spur each other on!  Facebook: Riverlife Women BrisbaneInstagram: Riverlife Women (@riverlife_women) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Android.

Alongside this podcast series, there is encouraging content on the Riverlife Women Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with us online and add your voice into the conversation. Let's spur each other on!  Facebook: Riverlife Women BrisbaneInstagram: Riverlife Women (@riverlife_women) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Android.

Alongside this podcast series, there is encouraging content on the Riverlife Women Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with us online and add your voice into the conversation. Let's spur each other on!Facebook: Riverlife Women BrisbaneInstagram: Riverlife Women (@riverlife_women) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Android.

Alongside this podcast series, there is encouraging content on the Riverlife Women Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with us online and add your voice to the conversation. Let's spur each other on!Facebook: Riverlife Women BrisbaneInstagram: Riverlife Women (@riverlife_women) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Android.

Alongside this podcast series, there is encouraging content on the Riverlife Women Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with us online and add your voice into the conversation. Let's spur each other on!Facebook: Riverlife Women BrisbaneInstagram: Riverlife Women (@riverlife_women) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Android.

While content has been limited this year, there has still been a lot to talk about in 2021 across the three podcasts across the Riverlife network. We've heard from some incredible guests and discussed a range of topics across theology, scripture, justice, and community! Join our producer, Tim, as he sits down with Jo to talk about all the highlights from 2021 and to look ahead to 2022. As is now a yearly tradition with Riverlife Podcasts, there will also be bloopers and outtakes. Here's to another awesome year ahead!This episode can also be found on our Bible Streams podcast channel.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode:Riverlife Podcast Network: Going Deeper | Bible Streams | The Round TableGoing Deeper - Episode 160 (Talking Justice 2: Jesus Sets Captives Free! with Amy Smith (International Justice Mission))Going Deeper - Episode 161 (Talking Justice 3: Action as Intercession with Dave Andrews)Going Deeper - Episode 166 (Taking Justice 8: Prophetic Voices of the Land with Ps Ada Boland)Bible Streams - Episode 64 (Jesus Stories 2: The Historical Jesus with Dr Michael Bird)Bible Streams - Episode 68 (Jesus Stories 6: The Gospel of John)Bible Streams - Episode 71 (Remnant Restored? Conversations in Ezra-Nehemiah 3: Ezra)The Round Table - Biblical Perspectives 5 (Dating Q&A Part 2)The Round Table - Biblical Perspectives 8 (Marriage - A Deeper Dive Part 1)The Round Table - Biblical Perspectives 10 (Community Q&A Part 1 (Live))Book: Leif Hetland - Healing the Orphan SpiritBible Streams - FacebookBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Have you ever thought about the differences between biblical justice and secular theories of social justice? How are believers to actually take part in efforts against injustice in our society, nation and world? How can we maintain a clear witness when working ‘with' others engaged in the justice landscape? Join us as we hear from a range of prominent Christian voices ‘talking justice', including: Tim Costello, Executive Director of Micah Australia, Amy Smith, Chief Advocate of International Justice Mission Australia and Dave Andrews, Christian Social Activist, Founder of the Waiters Union. We will also hear perspectives from a diverse range of contributors including: Tim Fawssett – Scripture Union Ada Boland – First Nation Prophetic Voices of the Land Elissa Macpherson– President of Baptist Women of the Pacific, Baptist World Alliance Rodney Callanan – Director, Droplets in a Stream Rob Spurr – Australian Director, Prophetic Finders Dan Paterson – Founder, Questioning Christianity  

In a world of differences and divisions, the good news of Jesus can give those who follow Him the posture of patience and listening before jumping to judgement and separation. Tim Fawssett oversees Cross-Cultural Innovation for Scripture Union has experienced first-hand the power of seeing the person behind the beliefs, and the power of genuinely stopping and taking the time to hear someone else's story. Tim spoke with Ps Robyn and Ps Jo in this final episode of our Talking Justice series.More Information about Tim Fawssett and Scripture UnionWeb: The Feast (UK)Web: Scripture Union QLDBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Matters of faith, justice and first nations people have historically been neglected conversations. But God is restoring the voice of Australia's indigenous Christian apostolic leaders and prophetic voices, as a part of the move of God that is stirring. Pastor Ada Boland from the Indigenous Apostolic and Prophetic Voice, and Pastor Di (part of Ps Ada's Visionary Elders Groups) join Ps Robyn and Ps Jo to discuss their faith journey, and the invitation to all people to join into a unified church. More Information about Ps Ada Boland and the Indigenous Apostolic and Prophetic VoiceSocial: Indigenous Apostolic and Prophetic Voice (Facebook)Web: Ps Ada BolandBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

When we want to connect with people about the Christian faith, the questions of God's existence, justice and the way the world around us seems to work against a vision of flourishing, the questions can be insurmountable. But with compassion, a little insight, and an emphasis on loving others well, we can help bridge those gaps. Dan Patterson, from Questioning Christianity, talks to Ps Jo & Ps Robyn about how we can best talk about justice with those around us.More Information about Dan Patterson & Questioning ChristianityWeb: Questioning ChristianityBook: Dan Patterson & Rian Roux - "Questioning Christianity"Media: Questioning Christianity on YouTubeBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

When something is lost, when someone is in trouble, the Bible tells us that we should turn to God for the answers. But the lived experience of many Christians is not that way. Rob Spurr and the Prophetic Finders ministry do exactly that - they ask God where people and things are. Seem overly simple, or an excuse to not do anything practical? That might be, until you hear from the Lord on people smuggling and break up human trafficking rings! In this next episode of our Talking Justice series, Rob shares with Ps Jo & Ps Robyn both the journey into and daily practices of listening to God to help people find hope. There's so much to do that comes from effective prayer! More Information about Rob Spurr/Prophetic Finders:Social: Prophetic FindersMedia: Destiny Image Podcasts - Rob Spurr/Prophetic Finders Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

The Oceania/Pacific region covers such a diverse range of cultures, ethnic heritage and spiritual expression. In the midst of that, Elissa MacPherson has the task of uniting women around the truth of Jesus within their common stories. Elissa is the President of the Baptist Women of the Pacific, and Ps Jo Leutton and Ps Robyn Robertson from Riverlife Church talk with her about the blessings and challenges of uniting such a diverse community, as she seeks to walk together with people to unlock deeper compassion and solidarity. More Information about Elissa MacPherson/Baptist Women of the Pacific:Web: Baptist Women of the Pacific - bwpacific.orgEvent: Global Conference of Baptist Women - Life! (Online Conference) Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Rod Callanan felt the call of God to invest in the people and future of his home continent of Africa. Small steps of obedience from Rob, then the bigger team including Jen Barker, has resulted in a decade and a half of growth, lives set free, and now influencing changes for justice national legislation changed in Uganda. Ps Robyn Robertson and Ps Jo Leutton spoke to Rod and Jen following the Talking Justice event at Riverlife Church in April 2021.More Information about Droplets In A Stream (DIAS):Web: Droplets In A Stream - DIAS.asn.auVideo: SBS Dateline Documentary - "How To Catch A Witch Doctor"Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Dave Andrews' life has been one marked by responding to opportunities to see what God might do if someone is willing to respond. From Afghanistan to India to the West End of Brisbane, Dave and his wife Angie have spent their life loving everyone God brings into their lives, most often the poorest and most maligned in the places God takes them to. From the disadvantaged, the misunderstood, the marginalised and those who have lost their way, Dave has practised what Jesus taught no matter the cost. He describes himself as a Christian Anarchist and practices non-violence, and the fruit of his life is a challenge and an invitation. Dave spoke with Ps Robyn Robertson and Ps Jo Leutton as part of our Talking Justice series.More Information about Dave Andrews:See Dave's website for information about his books, lectures, teaching and music - daveandrews.com.auBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

God plants seeds throughout our lives that call our hearts to His. Amy Smith is no different: through a childhood exposed to the missional heart of God, through politics, to the International Justice mission, God has been calling her to be a voice for the voiceless. Jo chats with Amy about her journey, and her work as Chief Advocacy Officer at IJM.Continuing our series 'Talking Justice', hosts Jo Leutton and Robyn Robertson are joined by Amy Smith, the Chief Advocacy Officer for International Justice Mission in Australia.More Information about International Justice Mission:IJM is the largest international anti-slavery organisation in the world. We're a team of passionate professionals from a range of backgrounds, with a shared vision to make slavery a thing of the past.Rescue Victims We find people in vulnerable communities that are suffering from violence and oppression and bring them to safety.Restore Survivors We provide trauma therapy and counselling to survivors and give them the training and tools to thrive again.Restrain Criminals We work relentlessly in court to ensure traffickers, slave owners and other criminals cannot hurt others.Repair Justice Systems We are transforming justice systems to protect more than 150 million vulnerable people around the world.If God is awakening in you the heart to partner with IJM on the frontlines in the fight against injustice - there are many ways you can get involved with our work… Work for IJMFrom accountants to network engineers to assistants, our team of professionals has an opportunity to leverage their skills in the fight for justice. Become a Freedom PartnerThis minute, innocent people are being beaten, abused, raped and enslaved. By giving $31 or more a month, together we can rescue and protect them and end slavery in our lifetime. Gather. Act. End SlaveryWe speak up for the silenced. Our vision is for Australia’s government and people to be leaders in ending modern slavery around the world. We build relationships with the government, contributing our expertise to issues of modern slavery and especially cybersex trafficking. IJM Australia has made numerous submissions to Federal and State governments and been invited to speak at hearings into the Modern Slavery Act. Volunteer with IJMVolunteer in your community as a Justice Advocate, mobilising your networks to end slavery or volunteer in Sydney one or more days a week, supporting IJM Australia staff or Volunteer overseas as an Intern or Fellow at one of IJM's offices PrayThe work of justice begins with prayer. As we seek justice on behalf of others, we rely on an all-powerful God to help us do what is only possible with and through him. We invite you to stand with us as an IJM Prayer Partner.  Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Advocacy - speaking up for those who can't speak for themselves - is part of Jesus's example to us. But should all believer's be advocates? In the first episode of our series 'Talking Justice', hosts Jo Leutton and Robyn Robertson are joined by the Rev. Tim Costello and Beck Wilesmith from Micah Australia and talk about the importance of advocacy for disciples of Jesus.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Micah AustraliaWeb: End COVID for allBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

This episode, we are taking a look at Pete Greig's "How to Pray: a simple Guide for Normal People". Jo is joined by Claudine Hawkins and Ryan Vallee, as they unpack the book, what they learned, and why the book is an essential read for every Christian!Our next book club book will be "Healing the Orphan Spirit" by Leif Hetland. The episode will air on July 29, 2021. Why not read it and join in the conversation?Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Purchase: Pete Greig - How To PrayWeb: The Prayer CourseWeb: The Prayer Course II: Unanswered PrayerPurchase: Leif Hetland - Healing the Orphan SpiritBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

As we spend the start of 2021 focussing on Jesus, we're taking the time on Going Deeper to talk to people about their stories of encountering Jesus, and the difference that has made in their lives. Today, Jo chats with Ps Petrea Taylor, the new Children's Pastor at Riverlife, about her journey to being on staff, and her own encounters with Jesus that have profoundly changed her life. Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

As we spend the start of 2021 focussing on Jesus, we're taking the time on Going Deeper to talk to people about their stories of encountering Jesus, and the difference that has made in their lives. Today, Jo chats with Ps Grant Gehrke, the new Family Pastor at Riverlife, about his journey to being on staff, and his own encounters with Jesus that have profoundly changed his life.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Podcast: Grant & Kelly Gehrke - Family on MissionBook: Randy Clark - There is MoreBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

We launch into 2021 officially as Jo catches up with Riverlife Senior Pastor John Robertson about his heart for 2021: breakthrough that flows from fixing our eyes on Jesus alone. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Podcast: Ps John Robertson - Vision 2021Podcast: Ps Scott McKinnon - History Makers #3: JosiahBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

This time, we are taking a look at John Mark Comer's "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry". Jo is joined by Aimee Cowan and Scott McKinnon, as they unpack the book, what they learned, and why the book is an important invitation in this chaotic season we find ourselves in!Our next book club book will be "How To Pray" by Pete Greig. The episode will air on April 22. Why not read it and join in the conversation?Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Purchase: John Mark Comer - The Ruthless Elimination of HurryPurchase: Pete Greig - How To PrayBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Welcome to our Summer Sessions! Every Australian Summer, we feature sessions from conferences and events we've held that you probably haven't heard! This episode, we bring you Ps Charles Stock's message from Life to Love Conference 2019. This is part 1 of his message. Come back next episode for part 2!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Podcast: Episode 1 of Charles' messagePodcast: Episode 2 of Charles' messageWeb: Iris Global - Support them herePodcast: Going Deeper - Embrace Adventure w/ Charles & Anne StockLinks: Riverlife Podcast Network - Going Deeper | Bible Streams | The Round TableThanks to Iris Global and Shawn Ercoli for permission to use this content. Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Welcome to our Summer Sessions! Every Australian Summer, we feature sessions from conferences and events we've held that you probably haven't heard! This episode, we bring you Ps Charles Stock's message from Life to Love Conference 2019. This is part 2 of his message. Make sure you've listened to part 1, and come back next episode for part 3!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Podcast: Episode 1 of Charles' messageWeb: Iris Global - Support them herePodcast: Going Deeper - Embrace Adventure w/ Charles & Anne StockLinks: Riverlife Podcast Network - Going Deeper | Bible Streams | The Round TableThanks to Iris Global and Shawn Ercoli for permission to use this content. Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Welcome to our Summer Sessions! Every Australian Summer, we feature sessions from conferences and events we've held that you probably haven't heard! This episode, we bring you Ps Charles Stock's message from Life to Love Conference 2019. This is part 1 of his message. Come back next episode for part 2!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Iris Global - Support them herePodcast: Going Deeper - Embrace Adventure w/ Charles & Anne StockLinks: Riverlife Podcast Network - Going Deeper | Bible Streams | The Round TableThanks to Iris Global and Shawn Ercoli for permission to use this content. Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

There's been a lot to talk about in 2020 across the three podcasts across the Riverlife network. We've heard from some incredible guests, discussed a range of topics, and even launched a new podcast in the process! Join our producer, Tim, as he sits down with Jo, Scott, Nick (from The Round Table), and Alex (from Bible Streams) to talk about all the highlights from 2020 and to look ahead to 2021. As is now a yearly tradition with Riverlife Podcasts, there will also be bloopers. Here's to another awesome year ahead!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode:Riverlife Podcast Network: Going Deeper | Bible Streams | The Round TableGoing Deeper - Episode 131 (Take a Breath: Jerome Lubbe)Bible Streams - Episode 54 (The People of God 4: Purposes of God's People with Andrew Dunstan)Bible Streams - Episode 57 (Our Heart Songs 2: Hebrew Poetry with Robert Alter)The Round Table - Community Highlights Bonus Episode 1 (Sanctuary Co.)Event: Riverlife YA Launch 2021Riverlife Youth - Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Join Scott and Jo as they take a look at the way Christmas fulfils the promises of the Old Testament in so many amazing ways and also draws us forward into the hope that Jesus brings us all at Christmas.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Book: Andreas Köstenberger & Alexander E. Stewart - The First Days of JesusSocial: Riverlife Facebook (for Wednesday morning weekly devotions) Podcast: Going Deeper - The Victory of the Atonement Easter SpecialWeb: The Bible Project - MatthewWeb: The BIble Project - LukeBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

In this special Christmas episode, we bring to you a wonderful message from our Christmas 2019 preaching series. We feature guest speaker Karen Wilson speaking from her experience with Baptist World Aid, and she encourages us to encounter God and then not shut up about Him!Karen is an amazing speaker, pastor and leader, with a global ministry and a calling to influence and motivate people to live their life fully for Jesus. She has worked at a global level for Baptist World Aid, and is currently the President of the Baptist World Alliance Women. See the notes for more info and resources from Karen.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Book: Karen Wilson - The Inside StorySocial Media: Karen Wilson MinistriesPodcast: Going Deeper - Walking with GodPodcast: Going Deeper - Changing Nations: Transformational ChangeBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

There's no new episode this week, but Jo gives us a little sneak peek into next year and a fun new idea! In the mean time, why not listen to one of our other podcasts?Other Podcasts from Riverlife Church:The Round Table - listen to the new series of our Young Adult podcast, by YAs for YAs, talking about things that matter to YAs. Listen to the new series, 'Biblical Perspectives'Bible Streams - a podcast all about getting deep into scripture. Take a listen to our new series on the Psalms.Get all the Riverlife Church Sunday messages on our podcast. Be encouraged as you listen to our 2020 Christmas series.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Join Senior Pastor John Robertson and host Jo Leutton as they reflect on the good news of God's work at Riverlife in 2020. Hear some clips from our thanksgiving services, and get yourself encouraged by what God has been doing amidst the chaos of this past year! He is good, so give thanks to Him!We wanted to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers in our church family that make all the ministry and transformation of lives happen! God bless you, and we love you!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Video: Preparing The HouseBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Continuing our focus on prayer, Jo catches up with passionate pray-er and Riverlife staff member Claudine Hawkins, about how to being and continue to cultivate a passionate prayer life that draws us closer to God in our daily walk with Him.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Book: Pete Greig - How to PrayBook: St Athanasius - The Life of St. AnthonyBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Prayer is the lifeblood of the Christian life, and as we spend the next few weeks focussing on prayer, we wanted to bring you a fascinating conversation with Brian Heasley, the International Director of 24/7 Prayer.Brian Heasley, the International Prayer Director of 24/7 Prayer, joins us to share his heart for reviving and renewing the rhythms of prayer in the contemporary church. He speaks from years of experience as a pastor, explaining why prayer must be a practice for all believers. Join us and learn some easy tips to improve your prayer life and go deeper in your relationship with God.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify. 

Reading the Bible can be simple, but oftentimes we are faced with words, ideas and language that isn't instantly accessible, particularly in the Old Testament. This episode of Going Deeper features a sneak peek of our most recent Bible Streams episode, "Our Heart Songs 2: Hebrew Poetry with Robert Alter". Jo and Alex Walker (Bible Streams host) speak with world-renowned author and literary expert Robert Alter on how to read Hebrew poetry. Enjoy this snippet from their conversation.From Bible Streams: "In episode 2 of our series on the Psalms, Jo and Alex are joined by Robert Alter to discuss how to understand Hebrew poetry. Robert is an Emeritus Professor of Hebrew and Comparative literature at the University of California in Berkeley and has written numerous books on Hebrew literature, including the Art of Biblical Poetry. Robert has translated the Hebrew Bible into English along with a full commentary on the text, and his love for the richness of the Bible comes through in our conversation. Thanks to Robert for giving us his time and his thoughtful insights."Resources/Links mentioned in this episode, or as references or helpful for Bible Streams:Book: Robert Alter - The Art of Biblical PoetryBook: Robert Alter - The Book of the Psalms: A Translation with CommentaryBook: Robert Alter - The Hebrew Bible: A Translation with CommentaryPodcast: Bible Streams - Our Heart Songs 1: Introducing the PsalmsPodcast: Bible Streams - Our Heart Songs 2: Hebrew Poetry with Robert AlterBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify. 

Many Christians in western cultures may feel the inconvenience of restrictions like COVID, but we should be careful to not mistake this of persecution. Join Ps Robyn Robertson as she talks to Mike Gore, CEO of Open Doors, and Helen Berhan, an Eritrean Christian who loves Jesus, worship, and has survived persecution. Join them on a virtual field trip to the toughest places on earth to live out the Christian faith.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Open Doors AustraliaSocial: Hear the full interview on Riverlife's Facebook pageGive: Contribute financially to Open Doors workBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify. 

Justice is a central element to the life of Jesus and His Kingdom people. For some, the call of justice on them means getting low, going into dark places, and setting captives free. Jo and guest host Pastor Robyn Robertson speak with International Justice Mission Investigator Mark (not his real name), about the job of an undercover investigator, the heart for justice that God's people can carry, and how to make a difference where each one of us are placed by the Lord.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:About IJM: IJM is the largest anti-slavery organisation in the world. IJM has four areas of focus - to rescue, to restore, to restrain and to repair.Web: IJM-  find out more about the work of IJM and to sign up for monthly IJM emailsWeb: Become an IJM Freedom PartnerInfo: To understand more about the situation of child slavery on Lake Volta in GhanaEsther's Story Part 1 Esther's Story Part 2 The Deep Place (Director's Cut)24 boys rescued on Lake VoltaAftercare: The Healing BeginsBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Cultivating a heart of prayer and worship reflects Jesus's desire for His church to be a house of prayer for all the nations. Yet, we are faced with so much noise and distraction that it can be hard to find time to behold the face of God. Jo speaks with Josh Yeoh, a pastor, worship leader and songwriter from Riverlife Church in Singapore, about cultivating a life of prayer and worship that transforms us and blesses the place the God has planted us.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Video: Josh Yeoh OfficialSocial: Josh Yeoh FacebookWeb: Penang House of PrayerMusic: Josh Yeoh on SpotifyBook: Pete Greig - Red Moon RisingBook: Pete Greig - Dirty GloryBook: Samuel Whitefield - Son of ManWeb: iHOP Prayer RoomWeb: Upperroom Prayer RoomBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast.For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify. 

Art and it's creation can be one of those wonderfully unknown things. Where does inspiration come from? How does each different artist recieve it, and translate that into what the rest of us get to experience? For Brett and Leah Shaw, that process is intrinsically tied to their relationship with Jesus and how the Holy Spirit is leading and guiding them. Brett and Leah talk with Jo and Scott about life, creativity, faith and New Year's Day.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Leah Shaw - ArtworkSocial: KLAPPE Studio by Leah Shaw (Instagram)Social: Brett Anthony Shaw (Instagram)Music: Brett Anthony Shaw (Spotify | Apple Music)Song: 01/01/2020 (on Spotify)Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. "01/01/2020" ©2020 Brett Anthony Shaw (used by permission).For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify. 

This episode features a special interview, where Ps Robyn Robertson joins Bianca Bryson from International Justice Mission (IJM), and Matt Darvas from Micah Australia. Both of these advocates for justice discuss with Robyn how the church can engage with issues of justice in this COVID-19 period. As you'll hear, there's plenty to consider, and there's practical ways you can get involved.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: International Justice Mission | Freedom Sunday 2020Web: Micah AustraliaBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Our world is in chaos, and so many of our cultural reference points are dislocated. So how do we find them again? Jo & Scott catch up for a second time with Toby Thomas, an Ordinand with the Church of England at Hackney Church in East London. As a neo-liturgist, Toby seeks to help people be formed and discipled through their experience of church and suggests to us that these ancient forms and rhythms give us references points in the chaos of our times. This is the second part of our conversation with Toby.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Hackney.ChurchPodcast: Going Deeper with Toby Thomas: A Place For MeApp: Daily Prayer (Apple)App: Lectio 365Resource: Bible in One Year (Alpha/HTB)Book: Book of Common PrayerBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Our world is in chaos, and so many of our cultural reference points are dislocated. So how do we find them again? Jo & Scott catch up for a second time with Toby Thomas, an Ordinand with the Church of England at Hackney Church in East London. As a neo-liturgist, Toby seeks to help people be formed and discipled through their experience of church and suggests to us that these ancient forms and rhythms give us references points in the chaos of our times.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Hackney.ChurchPodcast: Going Deeper with Toby Thomas: A Place For MeApp: Daily Prayer (Apple)App: Lectio 365Resource: Bible in One Year (Alpha/HTB)Book: Book of Common PrayerBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

So many God-opportunities happen throughout our lives. So often they are invitations to find God in the midst of unusual, difficult or unsettling circumstances. Rich Wilson joins Jo and Scott to talk about how God got his attention and, through a group of passionate young people, started a movement for University students, seeing God break into situations and circumstances. And yet, in the middle of it all, we keep walking and following the call of God on our lives. Can we accept God's invitation to be mothers and fathers for the next generation?Rich Wilson is the leader of Fusion, a UK-based University student movement. Rich is passionate about the local church's role in student mission, and has been leading in this area for over 25 years.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Fusion UKResource: Fusion Discipleship DecksVideo: Fusion UK on YouTube - Make sure you check out the recent online conference.Book: Rich Wilson - A Call Less OrdinaryWeb: Open Heaven ChurchBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

The People of God are a prophetic people by nature! Dr Kim Maas joins Jo and Scott in this two-part episode to talk about the role and nature of the church to speak out the word of God to each other and the world. Kim's doctoral research is in the prophetic nature of the church, healthy guidelines for practising hearing God's voice, and how each one of us can learn and grow in discerning the voice of God, first through scripture and the Holy Spirit.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Kim Maas MinistriesPodcast: Move Ahead with Dr Kim Maas - Apple Podcasts | Google PlayBook: Dr Kim Maas - Prophetic CommunityBook: Dr Kim Maas - Speak to the Storm - thanks to Kim for giving us free access to her ebook "Speak to the Storm". You can download it free here.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

The People of God are a prophetic people by nature! Dr Kim Maas joins Jo and Scott in this two-part episode to talk about the role and nature of the church to speak out the word of God to each other and the world. Kim's doctoral research is in the prophetic nature of the church, healthy guidelines for practising hearing God's voice, and how each one of us can learn and grow in discerning the voice of God, first through scripture and the Holy Spirit.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Kim Maas MinistriesBook: Dr Kim Maas - Prophetic CommunityBook: Dr Kim Maas - Speak to the Storm - thanks to Kim for giving us free access to her ebook "Speak to the Storm". You can download it free here.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

In this episode, Jo and Scott interview a long-time  friend of Riverlife, Joel Wiseman, to discuss new rhythms, spiritual disciplines, and the creative process amidst the change. Joel Wiseman is the Associate and Worship Pastor at Dayspring Church in Sydney, Australia.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Dayspring ChurchSpotify (these songs are featured in this episode): 'III Days' by Dayspring WorshipSpotify: Joel Wiseman on SpotifyYoutube: 'Room For You' by Dayspring WorshipBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

As Christians, are we allowed to have doubts? With a belief system based on faith in Christ, is there room for doubt and questioning this faith? In this episode, Jo and Scott are joined by Alex Stark, a speaker, and apologist with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) to discuss this topic of doubt. Alex was born and raised in Brisbane where he responded to the gospel message in his youth. After completing his undergraduate degree in theology at Malyon Theological College, Alex was offered the opportunity to do further study at Oxford where he then went on to become an 'OCCA Fellow' and now serves as a speaker with RZIM based in Sydney, Australia. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Alex Stark | RZIMWeb: OCCA The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics Sermon: 'Deconstructing God: A Human Guide to Doubt' by Alex Stark'Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

The intersection of faith, wellness and the brain might just hold keys to make us healthier, and allow us to grow in intimacy with God. Jo and Scott talk to Dr Jerome Lubbe, a functional neurologist (amongst many other things), about God's most amazing creation, the human body, and God's plans for how you were designed to function best.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: ThriveNeuroWeb: WholeIdentityBook: The Brain-Based Enneagram by Dr Jerome Lubbe (Amazon)YouTube: Dr Jerome Lubbe on YouTubeBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Sometimes, people and conversations are just too tasty not to share! Jo and Scott recently hosted Dr Andrew Dunstan on the Bible Streams podcast, and they talked through why theology is important to doing church well and being a dedicated disciple of Jesus! Here are some of the best parts!Want to hear more of our Bible Stream podcasts? Get them here:iTunesStitcherAndroidSpotifyBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android) and Spotify.

Photographer, filmmaker, and Anglican Pastor, Toby Thomas joins Scott and Jo to talk about creativity, faith, music, art and beauty, and how each of us can engage our creativity as worship. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Book: 'Walk Humbly' by Samuel WellsBook: 'A Creative Minority' by Jon TysonVideo: Sneak peek of 'The Rescue' a film by Toby ThomasSocial Media: Toby Thomas on InstagramSocial Media: Hackney ChurchSocial Media: C3 NYC on InstagramSocial Media: Good Shepherd New York on InstagramSocial Media: Riverlife on FacebookSocial Media: Riverlife on InstagramBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

The world and the way we gather is in a state of constant change, yet God is good, and the future in Him is always bright! Senior Pastor of Riverlife, John Robertson, joins Jo and Scott to talk about what we've learned and what we're looking forward to!Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Website: Riverlife Website & RegistrationWebsite:  Riverlife OnlineWebsite: Riverlife on YouTubeWebsite: Digital ResourcesSocial Media: Riverlife on FacebookSocial Media: Riverlife on InstagramBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Dr. Lindsay Farrell was a regular guest on our Going Deeper podcast and it is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the recent passing of Lindsay into the arms of the Father last week. To honour a life well lived to the glory of God, in this episode we are rebroadcasting a previous episode (one of our favourites), 'Resurrection Life'.Lindsay was an artist, art historian, scholar and lover of Jesus. In this special episode, Lindsay speaks with Jo and Scott about the unexpected turn in the trail: a recent diagnosis of an aggressive brain tumor. Lindsay speaks candidly about living well and finishing well, about what really matters, and about living out the love of Jesus in all seasons of life. Lindsay's story will confront and challenge your own thoughts about our resurrection, life and death, and life after life after death in Jesus, and most importantly, asks us what we are doing with the time that God​ has given each of us.If this episode has raised any issues for you that you need to talk to someone about, please contact us at Riverlife Church.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Web: Noosa CaminoWeb: Wendy ChenowethThe artwork Lindsay mentions:'Sweet' by Wendy Chenoweth,'Noosa Camino Site 5: The Sand Track' by Lindsay Farrell'Forgiving Father' woodblock print by Frank Wesley'Cristo Risorgente' (The Risen Christ) by Tintoretto (GOMA)Book: Disappearing Church by Mark SayersPodcasts:Lindsay Farrell on Going Deeper #43 - Revival History - St Francis of AssisiLindsay Farrell on Going Deeper #17 - Spiritual Disciplines: Transformation in TraditionLindsay Farrell Going Deeper #16 - Spiritual Disciplines: Walking in the WayThanks to Tim Whittle for production on this episode.Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Are you feeling 'Zoomed Out' or fatigued from meeting for church online? Jo and Scott are joined by children's Pastor Emily Ellis and Scott Wilson as they discuss church online and how to remain connected during this season of isolation. In this episode you'll be encouraged to continue to participate in church through digital means such as Sunday Services, Worship Room, Facebook devotions and Insagram chats.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Website:  Riverlife Onine Website: Rivelife on YouTubeWebsite: Digital ResourcesSocial Media: Riverlife on FacebookSocial Media: Riverlife on InstagramBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.

Jo and Scott are joined by Pastor Robyn Robertson to discuss Riverlife's Response to COVID-19 in the area of International Students. Many people groups have been effected in all sorts of ways by COVID-19. Some are obvious and others, like international students, are a minority group that are not as clearly seen in the public sphere. Robyn and the Riverlife team have been able to bless students from all sorts of different nations during this crisis. Listen to this epsidoe to hear testimony of God's faithfulness and to find out how you could be involved. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper:Website: Riverlife Response Website: Riverlife ReachWebsite: 'Riverlife Reach' on FacebookEvent: Collect and Go Meals for International StudentsBig thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. For more info and how you can help, please contact Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Android and Spotify.