Going Deeper

In our sixth episode on Revival History, we take at a look at the Azusa Street and Welsh Revival. Jo and Scott interview Pastor Eric Whitley to discuss how revival in the twentieth century began a restoration of the church and As you listen we pray that you would be stirred in your faith, and drawn deeper into a passionate relationship and intimacy with God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Azusa Street: They Told Me Their Stories" by J Edward Morris Website: The Welsh Revival 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.

2018, WHAT A YEAR! In this episode we hear from Pastor John as he highlights some of his favourite moments and testimonies from 2018 at Riverlife. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Magazine: "Unveiled" by Riverlife Baptist Church 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 the fifth episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott take a look at the Great Awakenings in the United States of America. Covering Jonathan Edwards, Charles Finney and D.L. Moody, they also take a look at the Kentucky Revivals of the early 1800s. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Revival Library: First Great Awakening - Jonathan Edwards Website: Revival Library: Charles Finney Biography Website: Revival Library: The Cane Ridge Meeting House (Book Excerpt) Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "There Is More" by Randy Clark Book: "Flashpoints of Revival: History's Mighty Revivals" by Dr Geoff Waugh Book: "God's Generals" by Roberts Liardon" 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 the fourth episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott talk about revival in Europe from the sixteenth century. They begin with the protestant reformation and the Moravian movement in Germany which led to the biggest missionary movement in the West until YWAM. Alongside this they explore the life of John and Charles Wesley and the impact that they had on the Church of England and to the nations of the world. Listen in and be inspired to holy living and seeing God at work in our world. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Flashpoints of Revival: History's Mighty Revivals" by Dr Geoff Waugh Book: "God's Generals" by Roberts Liardon" 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 the third episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott welcome back Dr Lindsay Farrell to the show. They pick up with a historical overview from Constantine to St Francis of Assisi, then examine the life of this knight-turned-monk, who transformed the culture of his day toward the unity, truth, goodness and beauty of God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Website: Dr Lindsay Farrell - Noosa Camino Book: "St Francis of Assisi" by G.K. Chesterton Book: "The Complete Writings of St Francis of Assisi" Book: "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis 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 our second episode on Revival History, we take a look at how and when God moved throughout the early church. What happened in the decades and centuries directly after Jesus' ascension and Pentecost? This episode, Scott and Jo explore the Patristic period, the period of the early church fathers from 100 A.D. till the 4th century. They explore the Montanism, the Desert Fathers, and Constantine, and how each contributed to early church renewal movements with God's people. As you listen we pray that you would be stirred in your faith, and drawn deeper into a passionate relationship and intimacy with God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "The Birth of the Church" by I. Davidson Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Flashpoints of Revival: History's Mighty Revivals" by Dr Geoff Waugh Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive

We begin our new series "Revival History", taking a look at how and when God has moved throughout human history. This episode, Scott and Jo begin with an introduction, taking a look at what Revival is, some ideas about why and how it's one of the most significant areas of attention for the church today, and then outline where we're going over the next few weeks. We trust that you'll be blessed, stirred in your faith, and drawn deeper into a passionate relationship with Jesus as you listen. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Edwin Orr - Teacher, Historian and Revivalist Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Flashpoints of Revival: History's Mighty Revivals" by Dr Geoff Waugh Website: Revivals in the Bible - Old Testament Website: Revivals in the Bible - New Testament Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon, 'Revive'. Subscribe o

In this episode Jo and Scott interview John Robertson as he speaks about living from God's presence. What is the ideal Christian life? Is it simply following the status quo and ticking the various 'church boxes' that we have created, or is there something more? Living from God's grace, his empowering presence, is the key to the Christian life. Listen in to today's episode to gain insight into how you might best do this as you declare and demonstrate Christ's love to those around you. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "Long Obedience in the Same Direction" by Eugene Peterson 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 episode Jo and Scott interview Margaret Stunt from Unlocking Ministries. Margaret is a passionate and bold follower of Christ, who has a heritage serving God and His church all across the world. Over the past decade her family has been a part of Rhema Bible Church in South Africa, however they now live in Sydney Australia and are part of Hillsong Church where she has been on staff at the Leadership College for the last 7 years. Listen in to this episode and be stirred up to joyfully live out the life that God has given you. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Unlocking Ministries Website: Unlocking Ministries Messages Website: Hillsong Church Website: Rhema Bible Church 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 episode Jo and Scott interview Josh McGready from Life Center Ministries. Josh is a youth pastor from Harrisburg in the United States with a deep and contagious hunger for God after many of his own encounters. Listen in to this episode and be encouraged to pursue God wholeheartedly as you live in hope wherever you go. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Life Center Ministries 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 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 trip to Egypt and be encouraged to make disciples on your frontline. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Australian Prayer Network Website: Power to Change 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 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 this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Baptist World Aid Website: Exodus Cry Ministry: Reaching the Nations at Riverlife Ministry: Street Teams Outreach: Helping Hands Resource: Ethical Fashion Guide by Baptist World Aid Book: 'A Long Obedience in the Same Direction' by Eugene Peterson 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 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 for those around you as you declare and demonstrate Christ's love. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Hope Collective Japanese Christian Fellowship Reaching the Nations at Riverlife 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 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 in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: About Alpha Website: Try Alpha Video: Alpha Youth Trailer Ministry: Alpha at Riverlife Sermon: Riverlife Message Podcasts Website: Caleb Meakin's 40 Day Rejection Therapy Challenge Podcast: Brian Heasley (24/7 Prayer) on Going Deeper Website: Mark Buchannan 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 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 Going Deeper: Website: International Justice Mission Website: Shalom Home India Website: World Vision Ministry: Reaching the Nations at Riverlife Ministry: Street Teams Outreach: Helping Hands 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 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 you. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: 'The Furious Longing of God' by Brennan Manning' Podcast: 'Bible Streams' Podcast Episode: 'Hunger, Soaking and Sonship: Paul Yadao' 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 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 Father. Listen in to be drawn towards the Father's love and be equipped to declare and demonstrate love wherever you go. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: 'Soaking in God's Presence' by Paul Yadao Podcast: 'Kingdom Family 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 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 family. Listen in to hear Leif share his heart for the worldwide church and how to be a kingdom family on mission to this world. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: 'Global Mission Awareness' Website: Reign In Life Academy Book: 'Called to Reign' by Leif Hetland Book: 'Giant Slayers' by Leif Hetland Book: 'Supernatural Abundance' by Leif Hetland Book: 'Seeing Through Heavens Eyes' by Leif Hetland Book: 'Baptism of Love' by Leif Hetland Book: 'Healing the Orphan Spirit' by Leif Hetl

In 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 of Australia. If anything has stirred you or confronted you from listening to this episode, please email church@riverlifechurch.org.au so that we can best assist you. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: 'Fathers Heart' Conference: 'Convergence' Podcast: Bible Streams' 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 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 Bill Johnson Podcast: Bible Streams' 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.