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Northern Community Church of Christ


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    20250601 Ephesians - Knowledge Changes Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 23:55


    When we realise the scope of the power Jesus has and understand his authority over other powers – it will change how we live.A message by Sam Barlow

    20250525 Ephesians - God is Sovereign

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 26:20


    Call and response – we see it in so many areas of life. For the jazz musician, one instrument puts out the call, and another instrument in the band provides a response. Or a singer on stage sings a line and points the microphone to the crowd, who respond with the next line.Then you have the Australian chant that is apparently an adaptation of a 1960s Cornish Oggy, Oggy Oggy. With the Australian call of Aussie and the response of Oi – which should not be a statement about our intellectual capacity or our originality.But if God were to issue a call, how would you respond?A message by David Toscano

    20250518 Ephesians - More than meets the eye.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 32:52


    There is something fascinating about paintings. While many are WYSIWYG, others demonstrate that there is more going on than immediately meets the eye of the observer. Take, for instance, Salvador Dali's Crucifixion (Corpus Hypercubus) with Jesus crucified on a tesseract, with Dali's wife Gala depicted looking on, but is also seen on one of the knees, while Dali is represented on the other. Then there's Rembrandt's Christ in the Storm, and after carefully counting the number of people in the boat, you discover a 14th person looking back at you – the artist's depiction of himself.And without becoming conspiratorial, what if – what if there is more to this life than meets the eye? Would you be willing to look in?https://youtu.be/0MvfwPO0RC8A message by David Toscano

    20250511 What the Bible has to say about women

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 20:58


    Women have a long and significant history in the biblical story, and today, women continue to shape and influence the church for the better.A message by David Toscano

    20250504 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Foundations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 28:09


    When people purchase a home, they will often get a building inspection, which will check for evidence of the quality of its foundations. But when was the last time you checked the foundations on which you build your life? Today, we are encouraged to go a bit deeper than what's on show for others to see.A message by Samantha Barlow

    20250406 Greatest Hits Vol 1 The Choice - Simple not Easy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 32:38


    According to Nell DeBevoise from Forbes, “We make 35,000 decisions every day (on average). That is a huge number of choices to make, and of course, they range from micro (which socks) to mundane (what to eat) to life-changing (take the job or not). Each has a varied level of pressure associated with it, depending on the gravity, and also the personality of the decider.” (27/10/2023)But what if one simple decision could be so pivotal that it helps every other decision take shape?A message by David Toscano

    20250323 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Go for Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 17:54


    When Jesus said, “Do to others what you would have them do to you,” He wasn't offering a nice suggestion—He was summing up the heart of God's law. In this message, we unpack the power and challenge of the Golden Rule. From historic acts of heroism to everyday choices, discover how this simple yet radical teaching invites us into deeper love, justice, and grace in every part of life.A message by Janet Dougherty

    20250316 Greatest Hits Vol. 1 - Fasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 24:37


    In our world today, applause and approval are often seen as the greatest achievements. Social media thrives on likes and shares, and we naturally seek affirmation from others. But Jesus calls us to something different—a life where our audience is not the crowd, but God alone.A message by Samantha Barlow.

    20250309 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Prayer Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 39:19


    What does it mean to truly connect with the Divine, rather than just recite a routine prayer? This week, we delve into the Lord's Prayer, discovering how it guides not only what we say but also how we live. Join us to explore a deeper, more authentic path to intimacy with God that reshapes our hearts, priorities, and daily actions.A message by Matt Pepall

    20250302 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Prayer Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 30:04


    How do we move beyond routine, scripted prayers into something that actually transforms us? This message delves into the heart of genuine prayer – one that invites us into a real connection with the Divine. Join us as we explore why a personal, honest conversation with God can change our rhythm and breathe new life into our everyday.A message by David Toscano

    20250223 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Giving is Rewarding

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 29:40


    How does giving shape our lives, and what does it mean to give with integrity? In this message, we explore the heart behind our generosity and how it ties into a life of genuine impact. Join us as we unpack why giving is rewarding—and how it can transform not just the recipients, but the giver as well.A message by David Toscano

    20250216 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Love Isn't Easy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 26:56


    In a world where our pursuit of power, success, and happiness often leaves love feeling out of reach, this week we explore the truth that love isn't always easy. We'll delve into how our default approach to relationships can leave us feeling stuck—and how rethinking love can transform our lives. Join us as we uncover timeless insights that inspire a deeper, more authentic connection with those around us.A message by Sam Barlow.

    20250209 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Revenge Isn't Sweet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 33:13


    It is said that revenge is sweet. Elsewhere, it is said that revenge is a dish best served cold. As a result, some have concluded that revenge must taste like ice cream.But despite the allure of seeking justice, defending one's honour, or just getting even – is this the best we can do in the world? A message by David Toscano

    20250202 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Promises

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 37:31


    Who can you really trust? In a world where promises are often broken and trust is hard to earn, what does it mean to be a person of integrity? This week, we'll explore the power of our words, the weight of our commitments, and why being true to what we say matters more than ever.A message by David Toscano

    20250126 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Sanctity of Sex

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 30:34


    For a little more than the cost of registering a 60cc moped in Victoria, you can register your relationship – doing away with the need for a celebrant, seeing a register, having a wedding, or a two-year wait. According to the ABS, there were 118,439 marriages registered and 48,700 divorces granted in Australia in 2023, with the median duration of marriages was 13.0 years.In today's track of Jesus' Greatest Hits, we look at a counter-cultural take on adultery, lust, amputation, hell and divorce. It sounds like Jesus' message would easily find its place in triple j's hottest 100.A message by David Toscano

    20250119 Greatest Hits Vol 1 - Law and Anger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 27:51


    It can be so easy to get frustrated with others. Sometimes, to the point of getting angry - really angry. But there is a big difference between hating someone and becoming violent - or is there? Today, we get to the heart of the matter.A message by Sam Barlowhttps://youtu.be/7q97Hn24rbY

    20250112 Greatest Hits Vol 1- Its Elemental

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 28:28


    What does it mean to truly make a difference in the world? This week, we explore how our actions and attitudes can have a transformative impact, using the timeless metaphors of salt and light. Join us as we unpack how intentional living can combat negativity, illuminate truth, and inspire hope in the world around us.A message by David Toscano

    20250105 Jesus' Greatest Hits - Beatitudes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 33:15


    Who gets chosen and why? Whether it's forming a team, planning a celebration, or building a community, we often value power, status, and influence. But imagine a world where those who are overlooked—like the humble, the compassionate, and the peacemakers—are at the center. Join us as we unpack a revolutionary vision of what it means to live a life of purpose, connection, and impact.A message by David Toscano

    20241215 Transformed by Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 21:07


    What is the secret to experiencing true joy? Is it found in fleeting moments of happiness or in something deeper and more lasting? This week, we'll explore the transformative power of joy—how it shapes our minds, bodies, and perspectives, and how we can cultivate it even in life's toughest moments. Join us as we uncover the joy that sustains and inspires.A message by Janet Dougherty.

    20241208 Transformed by Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 21:03


    Where do we find real peace in a world full of worry and noise? While some seek detachment or distractions, true peace offers a deeper transformation that steadies us even in life's chaos. This week, we explore how peace shapes our hearts and minds, protecting and guiding us through life's challenges.A message by David Toscano

    20241201 Transformed by Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 21:45


    Australians often place their hope in fleeting things like luck, success, or self-effort, only to find them unfulfilling. Real hope transforms how we see our past, live in the present, and dream about the future, offering a deeper sense of purpose and connection. This kind of hope invites us into a life of forgiveness, belonging, and meaning that shapes the way we engage with the world.A message by David Toscano.

    20241124 Conflict Management 101 - Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 24:41


    Healing after conflict means more than just ending disagreements—it's about finding restoration and building healthier relationships. This message explores practical steps to move forward, rebuild trust, and grow through conflict.A message by Sam Barlow.

    20241117 Conflict Management 101 - Forgiveness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 29:07


    How do we move from conflict to healing? This week, we'll explore the transformative power of forgiveness—why it's challenging but essential for peace and restoration. Through real-life stories and biblical insights, discover the freedom forgiveness brings. A message by David Toscano.

    20241110 Conflict Management 101 - Sorry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 27:01


    How do we deal with the pain we cause others? This week, we'll explore the weight of regret and the power of apology. We'll uncover how embracing humility and seeking forgiveness can bring healing to fractured relationships and peace within ourselves. Join us for a message of reconciliation and hope.For the Johnny Cash "Hurt Clip" follow this link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AHCfZTRGiIA message by David Toscano

    20241103 Conflict Management 101 With Hope To Help

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 32:18


    Conflict can trigger intense reactions, yet how we respond makes all the difference. Today, let's explore how grace-filled responses can transform conflicts into moments of healing and peace.A message by David Toscano

    20241027 Conflict Management 101 - The Blame Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 27:13


    Ever noticed how, in the middle of a conflict, it's so easy to think, This isn't my fault? Today, we're diving into why our instinct to blame others often keeps us stuck—and how there might be a better way of handling our differences.A message by Samantha Barlow.

    20241020 Conflict Management 101 - Creation In Conflict

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 24:15


    Imagine a world where we're constantly battling nature, from deadly animals to destructive natural disasters. Now add in the chaos of daily life, where conflicts between people and the environment seem inevitable. What if this conflict isn't just chance, but a reflection of something bigger? Let's explore.A message by David Toscano.

    20241013 Conflict Management 101 - The Conflict Within

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 32:28


    Conflict. I don't think there is a person who has not experienced it in some way. Yet what could it mean if life was instead shaped by the Prince of Peace?A message by David Toscano#conflictmanagement101

    20241006 What the Bible has to say about - Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 16:15


    Have you ever lost anything? One of the toughest things that anyone could ever lose is hope. So where do you find hope, and how does it help you when your world turns upside down? Today, we explore how Joseph found and kept his hope even in dark times. A message by Janet Dougherty

    20240929 What Does The Bible Say About - Choices 20240929

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 21:54


    Life is full of choices—some we celebrate, others we regret. But what if we could make more life-giving decisions? This message explores how the Bible guides us in choosing wisely, balancing God's sovereignty with our free will, and how simple, impactful choices can reflect justice, humility, and love. Join us to discover how your choices can make a lasting difference.A message by David Toscano.

    20240922 What Does the Bible Say About - Words?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 23:12


    Words shape our world and have the power to build up or tear down. From creation to conversations, the Bible is filled with insight on the profound impact of words. Join us as we explore what Scripture reveals about the significance of what we say, and how our words can bring life, healing, and hope.A message by Anna Clarke.

    20240915 Ecclesia - Communion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 22:13


    While it goes by many names, Communion, Eucharist, and the Lord's Supper, what is behind this ancient practice celebrated by followers of Jesus all across the world? A message by David Bone.

    20240908 Ecclesia - Baptism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 23:00


    Despite all the guff that goes on about celebrating individuality, something calls to the core of our being as people when we experience a sense of belonging. Core to our identity is who we are, but also 'whose' we are - to whom do I belong? Who am I and who is my tribe?It is a quest that calls to the heart of each of us and our sense of belonging. Where do you belong?A message by David Toscano.

    20240901 Ecclesia - Social Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 26:06


    Engage with the church's transformative call beyond the pews and into the streets. Today, Sam uncovers how Jesus' example paves the way for our collective mission—to bring a slice of heaven to the earthly realms of injustice and need.A message by Sam Barlow

    20240825 Ecclesia - Evangelism

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 26:14


    Explore the essence of evangelism in our latest message from the "Ecclesia" series. Forget the traditional images that might spring to mind and join us as we rediscover the power of sharing good news, a foundational practice for any community dedicated to making a positive impact.A message by Sam Barlow.

    20240818 Ecclesia - Edification

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 25:55


    Discover the transformative power of community in this week's message titled 'Ecclesia: Edification.' As we explore how learning and fellowship deepen our connections and maturity within the church, find out how each of us can contribute to building a vibrant, unified community.A message by Sam Barlow.

    20240811 Ecclesia - Worship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 37:31


    Explore the many dimensions of worship in this insightful dive into Romans 12:1, where everyday acts—singing, serving, even admiring the stars—transform into profound expressions of devotion. Join us as we uncover how worship extends far beyond Sunday rituals, becoming a vibrant, life-encompassing journey.A message by Matt Pepall.

    20240804 Ecclesia - Temple of the Holy Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 25:02


    Discover the deep connection between spirituality and physical well-being in this week's message. Learn how viewing our bodies as sacred can transform our lives and communities. Join us and be inspired!A message by David Toscano

    20240728 Ecclesia - Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 26:43


    New research reveals that 1 in 3 Australians feel lonely, and 1 in 6 experience severe loneliness. Imagine if there was a way to change this narrative, not just for now but for eternity. Join us as we explore the power of community and connection in reducing loneliness and transforming lives.A message by David Toscano.

    20240721 Ecclesia - People

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 23:26


    Explore how ancient words like 'ecclesia' can reshape our understanding of community and belonging in today's world. Join us for a fresh perspective on what it means to be part of something greater.A message by David Toscano.

    20240714 Does God take sides in war?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 36:48


    In a world filled with conflict and division, we often wonder: Does God take sides in war? Join us as we explore this pressing question and seek divine wisdom amidst the chaos.A message by David Toscano

    20240707 You Asked For It - Sabbath

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 27:05


    How can I rest when the voice in the back of my head is reminding me of all the things I should be doing? Sometimes, in a world where we often try to stay busy, resting can seem like a waste of time, a necessary byproduct of our physical and mental limitations. But what if rest is equally important? What would it mean for us to rest for God? A message by David Bone

    20240630 You Asked For It - Finding Meaning In Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 29:44


    In a world where work often seems like everything, it's easy to lose sight of our true identity. Join us as we explore what it means to find meaning in our work without letting it define who we are. A message by Sam Barlow

    20240623 Connecting with God - Immanence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 20:52


    This week's message focuses on the story of someone who faced injustice and ran away, feeling unseen and unheard, only to encounter a God who truly sees and hears. Discover how this story resonates with our lives today.A message by David Toscano

    20240616 Connecting with God - Transcendence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 28:04


    What do Captain Kirk and God have in common? Today, we dive into the intriguing concept of God's transcendence, with a touch of Star Trek flair. If God doesn't need a starship, what does that say about His nature? Join us for an out-of-this-world journey you won't want to miss!A message by David Toscano

    20240612 Connecting with God - Purity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 31:13


    Ever wondered what it truly means to be pure? Join us as we dive into the intriguing concept of purity in our ongoing series, "Connecting with the God of Eternity." Discover how God's purity impacts our lives and shapes our relationship with Him. Let's explore this profound attribute together and see how it can bring light to our daily walk.A message by Matthew Pepall.

    20240602 Connecting with God - Integrity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 17:35


    Abraham Lincoln, known as "Honest Abe," exemplified integrity in both his legal and political careers. Even his opponents admired his unwavering honesty. But what does integrity mean in a spiritual sense, and why is it crucial to our relationship with God? Join us as we explore divine integrity and its implications for our lives.A message by Janet Dougherty

    20240526 Connecting with God - Love

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 24:12


    Love touches every part of our lives—our joy, our heartbreak, our deepest needs. It's the force that shapes us and defines who we are. So, what is this cosmic love story, and how does it play out in our own lives? Let's explore the profound, transformative power of love together. A message by David Toscano.

    20240519 Connecting with God - Trinity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 25:10


    At Northern, we're all about exploring life's biggest questions. Today, we're delving into the intriguing concept of the Trinity using the surprising analogy of a humble egg. This isn't just a lesson—it's an invitation to think deeply and connect on a new level. Click play and join us for a thought-provoking journey you won't want to miss.A message by David Toscano

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    20240512 Connecting with God - Consistency

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 20:07


    With constant change a natural part of our lives, how do we connect with an unchanging God? Join us as we explore the unchanging nature of God's goodness and why it matters in our ever-evolving journey of faith. A message by Sam Barlow.

    20240505 Connecting with the God of Eternity - Personality

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 23:22


    Many people will turn to cards, tea leaves or the palm of a hand to connect with otherness. But when it comes down to it – would you rather place your life on the chance of a magic 8 ball, or to a loving God with personality? A Message by David Toscano

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