Sermon Seasonings

Join David and Mandy for the final episode in this mini series, where we survey Matthew 1-13 looking at it through the lens of a clash of Kingdoms. We then turn to some of the questions that listeners to our recent sermon series on Matthew 8-13 sent through, before concluding with some recommended reading.Sermon Link: Dave's sermon from March 16th that he references in the podcast can be found here.Book Recommendations:Michael S. Heiser, Supernatural: What The Bible Teaches About The Unseen World And Why It MattersIngrid Faro, Demystifying Evil: A Biblical And Personal ExplorationSharon Beekmann and Peter Bolt, Silencing Satan: A Handbook of Biblical DemonologyHenri Blocher, Evil and the Cross

Join David and Mandy on this second podcast as we examine what the Old Testament reveals about the demonic.

Join David and Mandy on this special edition three part series that helps us to observe and reflect on Matthew through the lens of spiritual conflict.In this first part we have a close look at Genesis 1-3 from a spiritual perspective and see how the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Evil get established, and look at Satan in particular. For the episode on Angels see Series 15 Episode 4 The Superior Son.

Join Seb and Mandy as we walk through 2 Samuel 15:1 to 18:18 and see the way that Absalom's uprising threaten's David's Kingship, but ultimately fails.

Join Seb, Braydon and Mandy as we discuss 2 Samuel 13-14 and reflect on some of the narrative techniques, look at what was left behind on the cutting room floor, look in more depth at chapter 14 and then consider a little about what the Bible really think about women.

Join David and Mandy as we discuss 2 Samuel 11-12. we do a deeper dive into the punishment, consider David's contrition, look at what happens next in the account and then finally reflect on Ps 51 in the context of 2 Samuel 11-12.

Join Mandy, Seb and Braydon as we discuss 2 Samuel 8-10 and reflect on the nature of Old Testament narrative, and some details in these chapters that help us to understand more about King David and our ultimate King, Jesus.

Join David and Mandy for Episode 100 of Sermon Seasonings. We think a little bit about Biblical theology, look at the Context of 2 Samuel 7 and consider the fulfilment of God's promises here, culminating in Jesus on the cross, before celebrating making it all the way to Episode 100. Thanks for coming along for the ride!

Join David and Mandy on Episode 99 of Sermon Seasonings as we look at 2 Samuel 6 and think a little bit more about holiness, the fatal danger of presumption, the relationship between 2 Samuel and Chronicles and the location of the tabernacle. Drop us a comment with your favourite episode of Sermon Seasonings so far, or something you've enjoyed about the podcast.

Join David and Mandy on a somewhat epic first episode of this series, covering the first five chapters of 2 Samuel. We talk about everything from polygamy to civil wars and curses, and everything in between.

Join David and Mandy as we walk through Romans 11 and consider who is "all Israel", the continuity of God's promises, and a few interesting issues in the text. Resources: Ben Pakula article in the Australian Church Record: here International Mission to Jewish People: https://www.imjp.org Olive tree diagram from Sunday's sermon: here

Join Mandy and Morgan for this special edition of Sermon Seasonings, as we chat through Romans 10 and think about the law, imputation and righteousness and the implications for us in evangelism and mission.

Join Seb and Mandy as we explore one of the key doctrinal issues that arises from Romans 9: the doctrine of election. Helpful resources: Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, J.I. Packer S2 E3: Whose Choice? (1 Peter) *Special Edition*

Join David and Mandy as we dig into the heroes of the faith in Hebrews 11 and look at some of the background stories that help us to understand how to live by faith.

Join Mandy and Seb as they break down Hebrews 7 and 8 and look at the OT background to Melchizedek, and consider what it means for us to draw near to God.

Join David and Mandy as we explore Hebrews 1:5-2:18 and consider the nature and work of angels, and some of the big questions that people have about them.

Join David and Mandy as they finish reading Hebrews 11-13. The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.

Join David and Mandy as we read through Hebrews 1-10 NIV The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.

Join David and Mandy as discuss the beginning of Hebrews, and some questions that arise from the passage. Can you beat Mandy on the quiz?

Join Seb and Mandy as they discuss Matthew 6, answering a listener question about treasures and rewards in heaven, and exploring in more depth the concept of worry and anxiety. A great resource: When the Noise Won't Stop: A Christian Guide to Anxiety by Paul Grimmond

Join David and Mandy for the second half of the podcast discussing Matthew 5:17-48, where we address some of the questions raised after the sermon. Doctrine Commission Report here If you need help, contact 1800RESPECT the National Domestic Family Sexual Violence Counselling Service.

Join David and Mandy on the first of a two part episode looking at Matthew 5:17-48 considering Jesus' teaching on the law.

Join Braydon & Mandy as we discuss Proverbs 9. We focus on the similarities and differences between the calls of Wisdom and Folly, look at the significance of v7-12 and discuss why it is that Folly gets the last word.

Join Seb and Mandy on this week's sermon seasonings as we consider the personification of wisdom, the structure of Proverbs 8, and then reflect on what God has been doing in our hearts as we study the book of proverbs.

Join David and Mandy as they explore Proverbs 6, and answer some questions that have been raised about "The Solomon Conundrum".

Join David and Mandy as they kick start our series in Proverbs with a discussion of Hebrew poetry and what it means to Fear the Lord.

Join Dave and Braydon as we tackle four big questions that came up from Revelation 17-19 and reflect upon how much better investing in God's righteousness is than getting seduced by wealth and power.

Join Dave and Mandy as we look at some of the Old Testament passages that stand in the background of Revelation 8-11 and help us to more clearly understand the vision God gives to John.

Join Mandy and Seb as they walk through Revelation 4 verse by verse and unpack some of the imagery and OT allusions we see as we are taken into the throne room of God.

Join David and Mandy as they walk through the letters to the seven churches and discuss what they mean and the implications for us now.

Join Seb and Mandy as we kick off the Revelation series. We think a little bit about apocalyptic literature - including signs and symbolism (see if you can spot Mandy's error), the many blessings and reflect on the significance of Jesus holding the keys of death and hades.

Join Dave & Mandy for a bumper final edition of Sermon Seasonings for this term, where we look in detail at Hebrew narrative and some of the techniques used in it as we examine Exodus 32 and see how God acts in the face of the Israelite rebellion in making the golden calf.

Join Dave and Braydon as we explore both the passover and the parting of the Sea of Reeds and learn something about Israel in Egypt that Exodus doesn't tell us but Ezekiel does.

Join Seb and Mandy for the first of five podcasts this term in Exodus. We look back over Exodus 1-4 and consider the context of Exodus, the significance of the Angel of the Lord, and attempt to answer a tricky question on the significance and meaning of Exodus 4:24-26.

Join Dave & Mandy for the final episode of season 10 as they discuss Acts 20 in three parts: History, Narrative and Doctrine.

Join Mandy and Braydon (on his first foray into podcasting) as they discuss Acts 17 and reflect on evangelistic preaching, and a few key observations from the text that we didn't get to look at in detail on Sunday.

Join Mandy and Seb as they discuss Acts 16:1-15 and reflect on Timothy, the word of God and Lydia's hospitality.

Join Dave and Mandy as we discuss Acts 15, focussing in particular on the relationship between Acts and Galatians 2, and the relationship between Paul & Barnabus.

And we're back! Join Dave and Mandy as we discuss Acts 13 and the many Old Testament prophesies that find their fulfilment in Jesus' rejection by his own people, as well as reflecting on our place in God's mission as we seek to share the good news of Jesus.

Join Dave & Mandy as we discuss Genesis 48-49:28. We reflect on Jacob's blessing on his sons, the details in chapter 49, and the great blessings that flow to us who are in Christ.

Join Dave and Mandy as we explore Genesis 42-47. We make some interesting textual observations, consider God's capital "P" plan, and then answer some of the questions that came in.

Join Seb and Mandy on a mini episode looking at Genesis 39-41. We reflect on the three chapters, the two years in jail, and the one secret to understanding the whole account, with some reflections on dealing with suffering and hardship.

Join Dave, Seb and Mandy as we reflect on Genesis 37 and discuss some practical tips for fighting against bitterness and envy. We also look at a couple of questions that came in, and zoom in on two disturbing 'side stories' in this part of Genesis.

With Mandy in Morocco, David and Jeremy are left in charge of the podcast. We have a closer look at the story of Jacob's ladder (or is it 'staircase'?), his stone pillow (or is it a weapon?), and solemn vow to the Lord (or is it a cynical bargain?). We trace the story of the blessing of the land so far in Genesis and reflect upon what it means for the Lord to be the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. We then finish with a Q and A based on some of the questions that were sent through on Sunday.

Join Dave and Mandy as we discuss Genesis 26:1-28:5. We focus in on Ch 26, and see what the sandwiching of this account of Isaac between the two Jacob and Esau narratives shows us, and examine the concept of blessing, addressing some of the questions that have been raised over the weekend. Closer to normal length this week, as we get back into the rhythm of podcasting!

The return of Sermon Seasonings after break is a bumper edition, as Dave, Seb and Mandy reflect on Genesis 25:19-34. For more reflections on the doctrine of election, check out S2 E3: Whose Choice

Join Dave and Mandy as the look at some textual details in Mark 14:27-52 concerning ears and naked young men, before turning to the use of the cup metaphor throughout the Old Testament, and then think about how we are to keep watch as we await Jesus' return.

Join Dave and Mandy as we dive into Mark 14:1-26 and consider the identity of the woman in the account, some differences between the gospel accounts and the control and certainty Jesus demonstrates as he heads towards the cross.

Join Dave, Jeremy and Mandy as we discuss Mark 13. We reflect on how to live in light of the age we live in and how to understand some of the trickier parts of this passage, particularly some of the Old Testament background.

Join Dave, Seb and Mandy at our latest roundtable looking at Mark 12:35-44 as we discuss Psalm 110, the hypocrisy of Israel's leaders and the generosity of the widow who gave her all.

Join Dave, Mandy and Jeremy for our first roundtable episode, where we consider the passage Tony preached on Sunday and reflect together on what it means.