Liquid Church Podcasts

In this message, Paul Cameron concludes our Acts series with the theme Courage in a Storm (rough sailing, baggage overboard, travelling light, shipwrecked, doing the work of Jesus), based on Acts 28.    You may like to read Acts 27 and Psalm 107: 23-30 And reflect on these quotes: “The ocean can be seen as a symbol of stability, as it can exist largely unchanged for centuries.” “The ocean is considered to be boundless, a place where one can easily be lost, and can therefore be seen to represent the boundless span of life, and the way one can get lost on the journey through life.”   “When I Was A Kid…a long, long time ago, deep in the last millennium… we prided ourselves on stability and sameness and order; life was built on a rock: Menzies was PM, Bolte was Premier, we had our Queen. Church (in Churches of Christ at least!) was at 11am, a ‘4 hymn sandwich'… That was the story we found ourselves in. Today we live in times of great fluidity and mobility and change and flexibility and multiple options. This is the story that we now find ourselves in: ever-changing like the ocean, living in this world of rapid, discontinuous change where old (but good!) beliefs and values are challenged daily; where injustice is rampant, globally and locally, in relationships between nations and between people; and where Christianity is no longer central in our culture, but marginalized and we're all discovering how to be followers of Jesus in post-modern, post-Christendom times. This is the story we find ourselves in, and often it is an uncomfortable place, disconcerting, scary even.

What has been your longest wait? Your most difficult wait? And, your most worthwhile wait?    In this episode we begin a new series—Acts: Stories of ancient and present followers of Jesus, and we hear from Paul Cameron around the theme ‘Out of the Shadows/Into the World' (Acts 1:8)

In this message, Paul invites us to engage the Gethsemane narrative. · Read Matthew 26:36-56 (and Philippians 2:5-11) · And reflect on these questions, and be ready to share your response— What is the easiest decision you have made? What is the biggest decision you have made? What is the toughest decision you have made? What future decision are you most apprehensive about?

In this message, Paul encourages us that we can be agents of change. While you can't always choose what happens to you, you can usually choose your response. In a flesh-and-blood battle, it will be a response based on pay back and winning. In this spiritual battle we are in, it will be a response based on truth, justice (or righteousness), peace, faith, salvation, God's Word and prayer. 

Today's podcast is about A Contrast Society (Living in the Light). This mostly one-sided conversation with you may seem to largely be a message for Christians, but it could also be one for not-yet-Christians or for working-out-what-it-means-to-be-Christians; to us all it is an invitation to be a Contrast Society and to live in the light.

Before you listen to this message, you may like to— Read Ephesians 4:1-16   Consider the following quote: “Every significant discussion of spiritual gifts in the New Testament is situated in the context of a complex system—we are one body with many parts designed to operate in interdependent harmony with one another. The problem is that the way we're taught to understand and express our spiritual giftedness can often be a very individualised and siloed experience—we're taught to understand our personal gifts, but we're left to wonder how those gifts actually work together in the way God intended… God gives us gifts to play a symphony, not a solo.” Reflect on these questions— What do you think about spiritual gifts? What is the purpose of the ministry gifts in Ephesians 4? Do you know what your gift is/gifts are?

Before you listen to this message, you may like to read Ephesians 2:11-22 and 3:14-21, consider the following quote: · “Labelling theory focuses on the tendency of majorities to negatively label minorities or those seen to deviate from standard cultural norms” And reflect on these questions: What is the biggest bargain purchase you've ever had?   Have you ever experienced being ‘labelled' (positively or negatively)?   Can you think of any instances of ‘labelling' in the Bible?   How would you describe your experiences of the Holy Spirit?

Grace, a preposterous act of generosity; more than a word, larger than an idea, it's a liberating reality. Because of grace, our vocation is to do good works and to participate in God's mission.

Finding ourselves in the bigger story Before you listen to this podcastast, you may like to read Ephesians 1, and consider these questions: When you were a thirteen-year-old, what did you want to do (or be)? Why?    What advice could you now give your 13-year-old self?    For you, what feelings does this Tom Wright quote evoke: “There is a larger framework, a larger story, within which your own smaller stories become more interesting and important. Paul's great prayer at the opening of this letter is a celebration of the larger story within which every single Christian story–every story of individual conversion, faith, spiritual life, obedience and hope–is set. Only by understanding and celebrating the larger story can we hope to understand everything that's going on in our own smaller stories, and so observe God at work in and through our own lives.”

In this update, Kristi McKenzie provides a snapshot into the intentional transition partnership as we look ahead into 2022. 

In this message, Paul's provides us with an opportunity to have a heart- check. In preparation you may like to reflect on Luke 19:41-44 (Matthew 23:37ff), Mark 12:28-34, Ezekiel 36:25-27 and Matthew 6:19-21…and these words from a Bruce Cockburn song: “I learned as a child not to trust in my body/I've carried that burden all through my life/But there's a day when we all have to be pried loose……I've seen the flames of hope among the hopeless/And that was truly the biggest heartbreak of all/That was the straw that broke me open.” And these questions: When was the last time you wept?   What breaks your heart (around the corner/nation/world)?   Remembering the words of U2: “a heart that is broken, is a heart that is open…”   What do your priorities (and favourite things) say about your heart?

As Advent continues Paul describes the ‘hinge'-moment of the angel's message to Mary about carrying the Messiah (she said yes!); are we as brave to say yes to God?  

Paul tonight guides us as we wait for the coming of Jesus; a gift to the world during this advent season. 

On Sunday Paul's Open Tables introduction Placemaking: Connections and Partnerships was based on Jeremiah 29:4-7. As place makers we are students and stewards of our neighbourhood, with a cultivated curiosity and prayerful love…

The Bible is a big book bursting with life; it's the word of God to people about life. But how should we read it? How should it read us? 

Leadership is a hot potato, exacerbated by COVID-19. In both political and church worlds issues of control, power, territory and ego come into play. Can we find another way? 

This podcast's theme is Encounter, summarising Christianity's ‘value proposition'. It's about encounters with Jesus and with others, encounters that bring deep connections and unexpected outcomes.

This week, Paul explores how Christian unity is discovered and expressed in variety, not conformity or uniformity. Drawing on inspiration from how an orchestra operates and Ephesians 4, he invites the church to embrace our differences to become who God is shaping us to be.    Ephesians 4:4-7 (Msg)  You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. You have one Master, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who rules over all, works through all, and is present in all. Everything you are and think and do is permeated with Oneness. But that doesn't mean you should all look and speak and act the same. Out of the generosity of Christ, each of us is given his own gift.

What is our Spiritual Fingerprint and how does this identify Liquid as a Church? Tonight Paul Cameron leads us as we continue to unpack and explore our heritage and identity; and where we are headed during this transitional season at Liquid.  

In this message, Paul shares the importance of hospitality as he invites us to reflect on the open invitation to the communion table extended to us from Jesus our Lord. 

Carey Nieuwhof wrote recently, “In 2020 we thought we were running a marathon. Just when we thought we were finished, someone handed us a bike and swimming togs. Then 2021 revealed that actually, it's not a triathlon, it's an Ironman…”   In this episode, Paul encouraged us to explore these two questions. As we reflected on the how weariness can drain us and the importance of awe.    Thinking of our shared COVID-19, pandemic, corona-coaster experience in 2020-2021— 1. What has been your toughest moment, your most disappointing, frustrating, and/or energy-draining episode? What might you be happy to say goodbye to?   2. Where have you experienced (or seen) God at work, personally, in your family, or closely around you? What have you surprisingly enjoyed? What might you miss and/or like to maintain?

In this Episode, Paul continues 'Things we can say together' as we discuss the role and names of the church.  Ephesians 3:10-11, Acts 2:43-47 The church isn't merely an event, something we go to; it is who we are; at times, we may be the ‘gathered church', in what is really a short coffee break in life, because most of the time we are the ‘scattered church', being a sign, witness and foretaste of the Kingdom wherever we find ourselves 24/7/365; that's because we don't exist for us, to meet our needs—but we exist for the world, to meet the world's needs, starting but not ending with meaning and purpose, restoration and reconciliation and hope…the mission of the church cannot be properly understood or expressed apart from the Kingdom…but maybe more of that some other time... This podcast is an extract from our online church gathering on August 29, 2021. 

In Paul’s message he shares about what it means to belong together without labels. Looking at Ephesians 2:11 (The Message) Paul discusses that no matter the labels that have been placed on us, our relationship with God allows us to see the true value of having our lives intertwined with His. 

In this message Steve Sutton from Bayview Church explores the original narrative of the Bible and its relevance to the Church. This message unpacks an alternative perspective on how we as the Church can interpret the Bible and the Hope for the Church of the future.

In this message Wynand shares about the importance of rest and what we can learn when we look at the life of Christ. Contrasting moments from the lives of Moses, Elijah & Jonah and he reminds us of the need of taking a breath and rest in God. 

On Sunday Wynand introduced our new series on following Jesus. In this world we are being discipled to live in a hyper reality but Jesus wants to bring us into the real world. The bible reference is John 16 verse 33 where Jesus says in this life you will have many troubles but don't be afraid; have courage for I have overcome the world.

In this sermon Wynand explores the challenges we can’t ignore in our lives.  He uses the example of David, Saul and Goliath to illustrate how we should posture ourselves as we face life’s inevitable daily challenges. Avoiding the urge to procrastinate and put off the difficult challenging tasks that life will throw our way is a challenge for everyone facing adversity.  What tools do you have in your hands? The Guide Bible verse is 1 Samuel 17. 

In Proverbs 23:7, we read that as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. Jesus says that we should not be concerned about what goes into the mouth, but what comes from the mouth. All of this points to the human heart. But we also see that there is a connection between the human heart and the human mind. And so as we grow in Christ, we become aware that we must take every thought and every emotion captive and make it obedient unto Christ.  Wynand explores in this sermon, how we do just that.

In this introductory sermon, Wynand explores, how hard it is for us to change and how we often postpone change and procrastinate. When we are in Christ, we do not have to change on our own. And we have the Holy Spirit to assist us to change day by day. **Due to technical difficulties experienced on Sunday the introductory message was cut short.  Should you want to further explore the themes discussed in the audio please follow our social media channels which can be found on our website for daily updates from Wynand. 

In the conclusion of our series ‘Home is Where the Heart is’, we listened on Sunday to a retelling of the story of the Prodigal Son (a story of a young man who found his way home). Sit back and immerse yourself in this story. The Bible Reference comes from the Gospel of Luke Chapter 15 verses 11-32. You can view a short version of the story here.

In this third sermon in the series "Home is Where the Heart Is", Wynand uses the story of the woman at the well to illustrate how we struggle to find a home for our hearts. Jesus invites the woman at the well to find her heart at home with Him (John 4) not on Mount Gerizim or on Mount Moriah but to worship the Father in Spirit and Truth. Should you wish to watch the YouTube clip as produced by The Chosen of the Woman at the Well Story you can view it here.

In this second sermon, Wynand continues to explore the fact that the human heart is designed to be at home with God.Our God is a generous God and as we display that generosity in our daily lives it becomes more and more evident that we belong to Him.

You've heard the frequently used saying 'Home is where the Heart is', but what does it actually mean? Tonight Wynand unpacks this saying and discusses some of its origins and how God wants us to remain rooted in Him and reliant on Him.

Tonight we conclude our Summer Series with guest artist Renee Geddes joining us, and Wynand unpacks a thought-provoking message as we launch into our regular message series in 2021.

Tonight Wynand concludes our Advent Series and discusses what it means to have Jesus with us, in us and how he can work through us if we are open to his leading.

Tonight Wynand discusses what it means to cultivate and maintain an expectant heart as we prepare for the coming of Christmas. The reference passage comes from 1 John verse 3.

Tonight Wynand continues our Advent Series and discusses how we should prepare our hearts for the impending birth of Jesus our Saviour. The reference passage for tonights sermon is Mark 1:4-8.

Tonight Wynand begins our Advent Series, and in this episode he discusses how we should prepare ourselves as we wait for the gift of Jesus.

Tonight, Wynand wraps up our Creatures of Habit Series, and explores the idea that our daily work for which we are remunerated (paid) can also be an act of Worship in the service of others; ultimately bringing glory to our Creator, Jesus Christ. (1 Peter 2:8-9)

Waiting is an essential part of the Christian life, if we wait it is a sign of caring and if we care it is a sign of loving to wait on God is to say that we care enough to hear from God and to respond to what he is doing in Matthew Chapter 4:8-11 Jesus demonstrates what we should do as we wait.

Tonight Wynand looks at our third personal habit (Open Mindset) exploring what it means to live beyond our comfort zone (Acts 10:9-16). How do you display living beyond your comfort zone?

Tonight Wynand looks at our second personal habit (Loving Life) exploring what it means to live in gratitude of Jesus giving us life in abundance (John 10:9-11). What are you grateful for and how do you display a life of abundance?

Tonight Wynand begins looking at personal habits and explores what it means to focus on Jesus during our personal faith walk. What tools do you use to quieten the peripheral noise allowing you to focus on Jesus during your quiet times? 

Tonight Wynand wraps up our focus on Corporate Habits.To be able to Remain, Recognise and Respond is a gift of Grace that flows directly to and through us if we remain a spirit led people.

Following on from last week in our Creatures of Habit Series where we began with ‘Remain’, we discussed being attached to the vine (John 15:5), in this sermon Wynand discusses some ways we can start to ‘Recognise’ the voice of God, as he speaks throughout our daily lives. If we attune our ears to the frequency of God, we will be able to hear His voice (Revelation 3:20, John 16:10), tonight, Wynand provides a framework for how we should ‘Respond’, and encourages us to be salt and light in the world (Matthew 5:13-16).

Following on from last week in our Creatures of Habit Series where we began with ‘Remain’, we discussed being attached to the vine (John 15:5), in this sermon Wynand discusses some ways we can start to ‘Recognise’ the voice of God, as he speaks throughout our daily lives. If we attune our ears to the frequency of God, we will be able to hear His voice (Revelation 3:20, John 16:10)

Tonight we continue our Creatures of Habit Series looking at Remaining in Christ. John 15:5 states “Yes, I am the vine you are the branches, those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me; you can do nothing”Wynand unpacks this verse and discusses how we can Remain in Christ and receive our daily nutrients from our Heavenly Father in these modern and challenging times…

In this new series Creatures of Habit, we will explore the importance of habits, especially spiritual habits in the Christian life.Everyday we do things and we don't even think about it, in the same way everyday we do things spiritually and we don't think about it, no wonder Paul says that we should take every thought captive and make them obedient unto Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). If we are not intentional to develop good habits; bad habits will take over, and so in this series we are going to look at being intentional about building good habits, both corporate and private.In this first sermon Wynand explores the importance of spiritual habits.

Tonight we conclude our series on the Lord's Prayer; and Wynand reminds us that we are God's tangible example of His glory in this world. 

Our understanding of power has been shaped by our experience of power in the modern world; power is often used to over-power.In this sermon Wynand shows that God’s power is different, that God uses his power to empower; that God’s power is seen is his self-giving love.

On Sunday we explored what it means when Jesus said yours is the kingdom. Paul defines the kingdom as righteousness peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. What does it mean for us as believers to live kingdom lives, to live with the life of God in us?