Going Deeper
188 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsA podcast that explores the culture, practices, and people of Riverlife Baptist Church in Brisbane, Australia. Go behind the scenes with staff and key people, exploring the issues and ideas that unite us together as a family, embracing the Father's presence, releasing empowered people to declare and demonstrate Christ's kingdom.
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Changing Nations Part 5: Making Disciples
October 24, 2018 19:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Ric Benson after his recent trip to Egypt. Ric Benson, the former Senior Pastor of Riverlife Baptist Church, has lived a life dedicated to making disciples for Christ's kingdom. Since stepping down from the role, Ric has been involved in counselling, mentoring, coaching, consulting and training people within Riverlife, in churches across Australia, and overseas in Egypt, India, and Armenia. In this episode listen in to hear some stories of Ric's recent ...
Changing Nations Part 4: Transformational Change (Karen Wilson)
October 17, 2018 19:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Karen Wilson from Baptist World Aid Australia. Karen is the director of strategic relations at Baptist World Aid Australia. Baptist World Aid Australia is a Christian aid and development organisation that partners with Australian Christians to be love and end poverty across the world. In this episode Karen speaks about her heart for transformation and change as she encourages us to demonstrate Christ's love to the world. Resources/Links mentioned in th...
Changing Nations Part 3: Hope Collective
October 10, 2018 19:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Eric Whitley after leading a recent Hope Collective mission trip to Japan. Hope Collective is a creative arts group that have been going to Japan on mission for over five years. They have an unabashed passion and calling to share their faith and the joy that they have found in knowing Christ through their talents, in a non-confrontational and entertaining way to those that are searching for more. Listen in to today's episode and be encouraged to pray f...
Changing Nations Part 2: Authentic Boldness (Ben Woodman - Alpha)
October 03, 2018 20:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode Jo and Ryan interview Ben Woodman from Alpha. Ben is the International Youth Coordinator at Alpha. He and his wife, Melissa, live in Vancouver, British Columbia where he worked as a youth pastor for 10 years before joining the team at Alpha. One of the themes to his life and his teaching is how God loves to use ordinary, imperfect people to do extraordinary things. Listen in and be encouraged to share your faith authentically with those around you. Resources/Links mentioned ...
Changing Nations Part 1: Mission and Justice (Ps Robyn Robertson)
September 19, 2018 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Robyn Robertson discussing mission and justice. Robyn has lived a life devoted to mission and justice all across the world. She has worked professionally in financial and social sector development around the globe, most recently for World Vision Australia. Listen in to be inspired towards living compassionately to declare and demonstrate God's love to your very own neighbours and to the nations. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for ...
Union and Relationship
September 19, 2018 20:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott speak about relationship as one of the cores beliefs of our Christian faith. From the Genesis creation story all the way through to the book of Revelation, relationship and union is not only seen, but is required of humanity. The love for God, ourselves and others, is at the core of what we believe and how we behave as Christians. Listen in to be encouraged with this simplistic, yet foundational understanding as you declare and demonstrate love to those around yo...
Hunger, Soaking and Sonship: Paul Yadao
September 12, 2018 20:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Dr Paul Yadao as he speaks about hunger, soaking and Sonship. Dr. Paul and his wife Ahlmira are the lead pastors of Destiny Ministries International based in the Philippines. Destiny Ministries International started in 1990 as a student movement with a vision to change the society and touch the nations by changing people’s lives one at a time. In this episode Paul explains his journey in becoming a son, living from the overflow of intimacy with the Fat...
Power, Love and Wisdom: Leif Hetland
September 05, 2018 20:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Leif Hetland as he speaks about the convergence of power, love and wisdom. Leif Hetland is the founder and president of Global Mission Awareness and is a forerunner in modern-day missions. He ministers globally bringing an impartation of God’s love, healing, and apostolic authority through a paradigm of kingdom family. In this episode Leif explains the freedom that he has found in the arms of the loving Father, living as a beloved son in the kingdom fam...
Journey in the Prophetic: David Wagner
August 29, 2018 20:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview David Wagner as he speaks about his own journey in the prophetic. David Wagner established Father’s Heart Ministries in 2001, and is recognized as a relevant and accurate prophetic voice that God is using all over the earth today. David speaks about his journey from an unbelieving believer, to a leading voice of God for the contemporary church. Listen in to hear how you can grow in the gift of prophecy and be inspired as David prophecies over the future...
Stirring Revival: Senior Pastor John Robertson
August 22, 2018 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Senior Pastor John Robertson about his heart for revival in our city, nation and for the nations of the world. John discusses how corporate revival begins with personal revival in the word, prayer and in spiritual discipline. Listen in to be inspired towards intimacy with God, which will bring about revival in your life. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Conference: Convergence Book: 'When Heaven Invades Earth' by...
Obedience and the Prophetic: Havilah and Ben Cunnington
August 15, 2018 20:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Havilah and Ben Cunnington from Bethel Church. For over 20 years Havilah Cunnington has been ministering around the world, speaking powerfully into many people's lives. Recently they launched an online teaching and discipleship platform called 'Truth to Table' which aims to reach as many people as possible with the truth of God’s Word through video based products, practical resources, and lifestyle tools. Listen in to this episode to hear how you can go...
Peace and Process: Paul Martini
August 08, 2018 20:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott interview Paul Martini, an associate evangelist with Global Awakening. Listen in to hear Paul’s life message of peace as well as how we can be confident throughout the process of life. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Profile: Paul Martini, Global Awakening Event: 'Convergence Conference' at Riverlife Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'....
Intimacy and Authority: Katherine Ruonala
August 01, 2018 20:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode Jo interviews Katherine Ruonala the senior leader of Glory City Church. Carrying a deep anointing for prophetic and healing ministry, Katherine speaks about her experience finding the will of God for her life as she walks in intimacy with God. Listen in and be encouraged to deepen your faith with God by spending time with Him, so that you would be equipped to declare and demonstrate His love to the world around you. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Go...
Generational Blessings: Pastors Thong and Lee Ng
July 25, 2018 20:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Pastors Thong and Lee Ng talk about generational blessing. With a deep history serving the Lord in pastoral ministry and abroad on missions, Pastor Thong speaks about the privilege of seeing Lee step into pastoral ministry at Riverlife. Lee also shares about balancing part-time ministry as well as part-time vocational work. Listen in to this episode to be inspired to prioritise kingdom family, no matter what stage of life you are in. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and f...
Faithfulness and Family: Pastor Lucjan Sosnowski
July 18, 2018 20:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode Pastor Lucjan Sosnowski talks about God's faithfulness and family. Jo and Scott interview Lucjan to hear about how God has proven Himself to be faithful in Lucjan's life. Listen in and be encouraged to sacrifice the things of this world for God's kingdom family. 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.
Hearing God's Voice
July 11, 2018 20:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode Jo and Scott talk about hearing God's voice. Why is it that some Christians and non-Christians alike are unsure about God still speaking today? From the very beginning of history, up until our present day, God has continually been speaking to those who are open and aware to His voice. Listen in to hear how God has spoken to humanity and allow God to speak to you today. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Podcast: Riverlife's Bible Streams ...
Pursuing the Presence: Pastor Nick Riddel
July 04, 2018 20:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode Pastor Nick Riddel talks about pursuing the Presence of God. Recorded at 'Pursuit Worship Conference' at Riverlife, Pastor Nick Riddel shares from his heart about pursuing God and His presence, not only as a worship community, but as a whole church. Listen in to hear about this core value of Riverlife and how to prioritise it everyday. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTun...
Sacrifice and Surrender: Ben and Jamie Andrews
June 27, 2018 20:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBBen and Jamie Andrews from Bethel Church share testimony of how God has led their lives into deeper intimacy with Him. Coming from a life of ministry in the church, they share honest stories of how they have continually made sacrifices to pursue God and His presence. Listen in to hear how God works through the process of life to strengthen our most important relationship; our relationship with God. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scot...
Sneak Peak of Bible Streams
June 20, 2018 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThis episode is a preview of Riverlife's Bible Streams podcast channel. In this episode Dr AJ Culp joins in on the conversation as we explore the first five books of the Bible. For this Going Deeper episode, we focus on an excerpt from Genesis and explore how God's will is voiced from the very beginning. Subscribe to Bible Streams here: Apple Podcasts| Stitcher| Web Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'. S...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 8: Concluding in Christ
June 13, 2018 20:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBJo and Scott conclude this series on Spiritual Disciplines talking about worship, discipleship and mission. Having spent time on various spiritual disciplines, Jo reminds us of why the church exists and how that relates to our growth as believers. We pray that as you listen in to this final episode you would fall in love with God once again, recommitting to declare and demonstrate His love to those around you. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music ...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 7: Transformation in Tradition
June 06, 2018 20:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBDr Lindsay Farrell joins us once again to explain how we can be transformed by utilising different traditions throughout church history. In this episode we talk at length about six movements in history that give us a framework for spiritual formation. Listen in to hear how you can be drawn in to deeper intimacy with Jesus as you consider and evaluate these different spiritual disciplines in your own life. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Spiritual Disciplines: Book:...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 6: Walking in The Way
May 30, 2018 20:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBDr Lindsay Farrell joins in on the conversation speaking about walking, prayer and art as spiritual disciplines. Speaking from years of walking with Christ, Lindsay explains different aspects of his faith and how they have aided in spiritually forming him into Christlikeness. Join us on this journey exploring caminos, art and the importance of practicing prayer as spiritual disciplines. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Spiritual Disciplines: Book: 'The Weight of Glo...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 5: Continuing in Confession
May 23, 2018 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBSenior Pastor John Robertson speaks into repentance and confession as a spiritual discipline. For this fifth episode in our spiritual disciplines series, we discuss why careful examination of our everyday practices is a vital part of our growth as Christians. The idea of confessing sin in community is discussed, as well as how confession seems to precede revival. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Spiritual Disciplines: Book: "Spiritual Disciplines Handbook : Practice...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 4: Prevailing in Prayer
May 16, 2018 20:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBPastor Eric Whitley joins the conversation on spiritual disciplines, discussing different aspects of prayer. In this fourth episode on spiritual disciplines, we talk about prayer as more than a one way conversation to God, but rather as a means to prevail in a culture that would seem to push prayer away. Listen in to hear practical tips for how you can prioritise prayer as a spiritual discipline in order to steward your relationship with God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or hel...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 3: Living in Scripture
May 09, 2018 20:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBPastor Jo and Scott explore how to use Scripture as a spiritual discipline. Understanding that we are new testament followers, they look at how each of us are supposed to read and respond to Scripture in its entirety. Be inspired to go deeper in your relationship with God by using and applying Scripture in your everyday life. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Spiritual Disciplines: Book: "Reading the Old Testament, Revised and Expanded: Method in Biblical Study" by J...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 2: Starting in Scripture
May 02, 2018 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBPastor Ryan Vallee joins in on the conversation as Scripture is explored as a spiritual discipline. Today in the Going Deeper podcast we talk about the importance of spending time in God's word individually, but also corporately. Come and hear of various ways to engage with God using Scripture as a spiritual discipline. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Spiritual Disciplines: Book: "Spiritual Disciplines Handbook: Practices That Transform Us" by Adele Calhoun Audio:...
Spiritual Disciplines Part 1: Growing in God
April 25, 2018 20:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBPastor Jo and Scott introduce the new series on spiritual disciplines. They explain why spiritual disciplines are the garden bed for human flourishing and why they are indispensable instruments for the contemporary church. When the world around us is saying otherwise, God is calling us towards long obedience in the same direction. Listen in to hear how you can grow in your personal walk with God as we begin our series on spiritual disciplines. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or he...
Never Graduate from the Gospel: Pastor Dylan Krause and Nick Lloyd
April 18, 2018 20:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBPastor Dylan Krause and Nick Lloyd talk about their experiences of the freedom they’ve found in God's presence. They speak from their hearts about how they humbly lead the youth and young adult communities of Riverlife in a real relationship with God. Listen in to hear how to live authentically as empowered sons and daughters of God, to declare and demonstrate His love to the world. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinn...
Communicating with Clarity: Aimee Cowan and Vanessa King
April 11, 2018 20:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBAimee Cowan and Vanessa King speak about communicating with clarity at Riverlife. They explain why their roles at Riverlife help communicate professionally and authentically in the world we live in. Listen in to hear why Riverlife places resource and time into creative work to effectively communicate to the church and to the communities around us. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes, ...
Supernatural Prayer: Pastor Eric Whitley
April 04, 2018 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBPastor Eric Whitley explains the role of the LifeCentre at Riverlife. He then explains why prayer ministry is an important part of our Christian walk and how supernatural prayer can become part of our everyday lives. Listen in to hear Eric speak about certain tools that we as believers have been given by God to assist in our own spiritual journeys. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes,...
The Victory of the Atonement: Easter Special
March 28, 2018 19:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBIn this Easter special, we discuss the atonement as the centre of our Christian faith and how it effects not only our theological persuasions, but also our everyday practice. We discuss who Jesus was and how He fits in the narrative of Scripture and the Big Story. Hear Jo speak from his heart and explain what he understands as a clear picture for comprehending the centrality of Easter. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McK...
Reviving and Renewing the Rhythms of Prayer: Brian Heasley
March 21, 2018 19:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBBrian 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. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon,...
Life Attracts Life: Pastor Linda Liddell
March 14, 2018 19:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBPastor Linda Liddell talks about the cultural markers of care and community at Riverlife. Speaking from a lifetime of experience as a counsellor and now pastor, Linda addresses aspects of our faith that are both distinct from, and yet dependent upon, our ability to live in community with fellow believers. Listen in to hear how best to find your place in a large church family. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Re...
Preference of Praise: Pastor Nick Riddel
March 07, 2018 19:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBPastor Nick Riddel talks about authenticity as a cultural marker of Riverlife. He shares from his heart why authenticity is tied so closely to worship and how each of us can grow in our devotion to God through authentic worship. Come and hear why having praise as our preference will greatly benefit our lives, church and surrounding community. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'.
Unprofessionalising Evangelism: Pastor Ryan Vallee
February 28, 2018 19:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBPastor Ryan Vallee talks about some cultural markers of Riverlife: love, compassion and generosity. He shares what he believes is the key to corporate and individual evangelism in the church: connecting all of our practices with the gospel. Ryan goes on to share his heart for outreach in our local community and how to practically declare and demonstrate God's love to those around us. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKin...
Lambs Amongst Wolves: Senior Pastor John Robertson
February 21, 2018 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBSenior Pastor John Robertson continues to talk about the vision of Riverlife Baptist Church for 2018, talking about how we contextualise our love but remain true to Jesus. Amongst Jesus' sending of the disciples in Matthew 10, he said they would be like "sheep running through a wolf pack" (MSG), speaking of how we are different to the world, but our message of Love Declared/Love Demonstrated is powerful and transformative. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Insta...
Love Declared/Love Demonstrated: Senior Pastor John Robertson
February 15, 2018 03:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBSenior Pastor John Robertson joins us to talk about the Riverlife vision for 2018: 'Love Declared, Love Demonstrated'. He shares his heart for how we can all be a blessing to the people around us, demonstrating the goodness of God in every area of our life, in as many ways as we can. Catch a glimpse of the 'why' and 'how' of Riverlife Baptist Church. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram
Welcome to Going Deeper
February 14, 2018 06:36 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBWelcome to Riverlife Baptist Church's 'Going Deeper' podcast. This is a quick intro to let you know what it's all about. Join hosts Scott and Jo as they explore the 'behind-the-scenes' ideas, plans, theology and practices that all contribute to the culture and community that makes up Riverlife Baptist Church. You can get more info at www.riverlifechurch.org.au