Messages of Hope
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A Father’s Love
For Ben Schubert, the path to becoming a parent has been a constant challenge, and very few things have gone according to plan. Listen as Ben reflects on his journey into parenthood, and offers encouragement for those navigating the uncertainty, unpredictability and constant change of raising children.
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Great Expectations
Have you ever had grand dreams of being great at something, only for them to disappear? Richard reflects on what happens when life doesn’t turn out the way we’d hoped.
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Legless
How would you cope if you suddenly lost both your legs? What changes would it bring to your life and relationships? Dean talks about his near-death encounter with an illness that ended up taking both his legs – and shares his renewed hope for the future.
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Cosmic Curiosity
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered how everything came to be? Is all just a random series of events or is there really a Creator behind it all?
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Alone
We may be surrounded by people, but if we don’t feel known by them, it can seem that we don’t even exist. Loneliness often stems from a feeling of not being known. So how can we overcome isolation and restore connection?
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Good Work
We often separate our work from our personal life and even our spiritual lives. But with so much of our time spent at work, could our faith have a lasting impact on the job?
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A Father’s Love
For Ben Schubert, the path to becoming a parent has been a constant challenge, and very few things have gone according to plan. Listen as Ben reflects on his journey into parenthood, and offers encouragement for those navigating the uncertainty, unpredictability and constant change of raising children.
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Great Expectations
Have you ever had grand dreams of being great at something, only for them to disappear? Richard reflects on what happens when life doesn’t turn out the way we’d hoped.
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Legless
How would you cope if you suddenly lost both your legs? What changes would it bring to your life and relationships? Dean talks about his near-death encounter with an illness that ended up taking both his legs – and shares his renewed hope for the future.
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Cosmic Curiosity
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered how everything came to be? Is all just a random series of events or is there really a Creator behind it all?
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Alone
We may be surrounded by people, but if we don’t feel known by them, it can seem that we don’t even exist. Loneliness often stems from a feeling of not being known. So how can we overcome isolation and restore connection?
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Good Work
We often separate our work from our personal life and even our spiritual lives. But with so much of our time spent at work, could our faith have a lasting impact on the job?
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Connected And Loving: Raising A Son With Special Needs
Bart and Anne’s life was turned upside down when their son, Pascal, received a diagnosis of a rare genetic disorder. But even amidst the constant uncertainty of Pascal’s condition, Bart dwells in an incredible hope.
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An Anzac Day Reflection
Hear Rev Mark Butler, an Australian Defence Force chaplain, share his thoughts about finding hope when faced with the realities of war.
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Love That Lasts
What makes marriages last? Hear Geoff and Veronica’s story of love that has strengthened through time and what has kept their love alive.
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Is Jesus Real?
What is the real story behind Easter? Is Jesus just a person from history, or is he still active in our lives today?
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Easter: Hope That I Don’t Make
For Christians, Easter is more than eggs, chocolate and bunnies. There is a much deeper story of suffering and salvation – and a hope that has significant power to transform lives.
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Living Water
Are you thirsty? Are you thirsting for love, forgiveness and approval? Trying to quench those thirsts can be difficult but there is a way. Listen as Noel Due shares stories that offer hope to quench those thirsts.
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What About Lament?
When life hits you hard sometimes the only thing to do is to fall to pieces. We may try to hide the anger, frustration, and grief behind it all, but what if there’s a better way?
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Managing Anger
Why do we get angry? Is anger a bad thing? And how do we deal with this anger? Listen to Celia and Richard as they share insights into the emotion of anger.
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Inclusive Education
Inclusive education classrooms are becoming an essential part of learning for children with high support needs. But what is it really like for teachers in such a highly unpredictable environment?
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Chronic Pain
Stephen and Therese share their journey of managing chronic pain and how it’s affected their relationships, lifestyle, and purpose in life.
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The Little Things
How do I keep my relationship alive? Stella, a couples counsellor, shares about what it takes to keep a relationship strong — especially after the honeymoon period is over.
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When In Drought
Farming is a tough job on a good year, but even harder when facing severe drought. So, what happens when your livelihood depends on rain that just doesn’t come?
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Belonging: Finding Community In A New Culture
Following a big and overwhelming move from Japan to Australia, Rika reflects on how connection with a loving community broke through the loneliness and isolation.
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You’re Not Alone
Sarah and Andrew share their honest experiences of raising children on their own — the isolation, the pressure of making every decision alone, the longing for connection, and the hope they have found in Christian community.
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The Broken Perfectionist
When Linda’s pursuit of perfection began to fall apart, she discovered something far more powerful—being authentically herself, and the hope that shatters the myth of perfection.
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One Foot In Heaven, One Foot On Earth
A phone call every parent dreads. A situation that no parent should have to go through. How do you navigate your way through the unthinkable and unimaginable darkness?
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The Light of Christmas
As Christmas approaches, the world seems to glow just a little brighter. Beyond the sparkle and celebration, Christmas invites us to reflect more deeply on what light really means, especially in times of darkness.
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What If God Was One Of Us?
Do you think God is far away and out of your reach? Rev. Adrian Kitson explores the question: “What if God was really one of us?”
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Getting Real With God
We often turn to God in ‘big’ moments, but what is it really like to live a life of faith in the smaller or quieter moments of life?
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Unlocking Ability
What happens when we look beyond disability and see someone’s true potential? Hear how Rachel’s parents continue to experience life and joy through Rachel’s eyes.
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Domestic Violence: Getting The Facts
What are the signs of domestic violence, and how can you help someone experiencing it? Professor Sarah Wendt shares her insights from personal stories about the causes and effects of domestic violence, and where we may find hope in such a painful topic.
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