Going Deeper

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 &

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 Fa

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 th

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

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

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.