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Preaching | Church unpacked 25:55

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Send us a text If the bible is God's word, why do we need to hear another word when we gather as a church? Since the earliest days of the church, preaching has been a central part of worship but what exactly is it supposed to do? Is it just explaining the bible? Is it a personal reflection? Or is it just the chance for the minister to enjoy the sound of their own voice? The bible has an answer, and it's none of the above. As we'll see, the bible's insistence on preaching is based on the conviction that Holy Spirit uses faithful preaching to speak his word into the lives of his people where they are. Preaching, when it springs from God's word, is God addressing us here and now. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Public Bible reading | Church unpacked 27:20

vor 12 Tagen27:20

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Send us a text In an age of noise, splintered opinions, and endless commentary, is there still power in simply reading the Bible aloud together? In this episode, we explore the ancient yet vital practice of public Scripture reading and why it remains central to Christian worship. Drawing on passages like 1 Timothy 4, John 5, and Nehemiah 8, we’ll see how this practice reminds us that God still speaks, has the final word, and shapes both our story and our spiritual appetite. We’ll reflect on how communal Bible reading pushes back against cultural fragmentation and recentres us on truth, unity, and grace. Whether you’ve grown up hearing the Bible in church or are just beginning to explore faith, this episode invites you to listen afresh to God's word. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Confession | Church unpacked 24:29

vor 19 Tagen24:29

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Send us a text Is there anything worse than a forced apology? After so many celebrity and politicians have made strategic, stage managed confessions, it's easy to become cynical. But owning our failures need not be just another image management tactic. What if it were a reminder of God's love? What if it were a way to avoid both denial and despair? And what if it was the very thing we need to break through the lonely cynicism of our age? Join us as we unpack corporate confession. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Gathering | Church unpacked 21:29

vor 26 Tagen21:29

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Send us a text Christians gather together every Sunday and have done ever since the New Testament. But have you ever wondered why? There's plenty of opinions out there, ranging from the transactional (to keep God happy), through to the social (to see friends). Is there a more theological reason why we gather? And why on a Sunday? And what does it all have to do with the Australian embassy in Lima? Find out as Laura unpacks gathering. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Baptism | Church unpacked 27:27

vor 5 weeks27:27

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Send us a text Why do we do what we do at church? Why gather, pray, sing, share a tiny wafer and a sip of wine? And why does it all start with getting wet? In this new series, we're going to unpack the things we do at church in the hope that as we do, we'll see the value of every part. And we start with Baptism, the great moment when God welcomes someone into his family, washes them clean, and brings them into a new life. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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The ultimate guide to conflict resolution | Matthew 7:1-12 32:14

vor 12 weeks32:14

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Rock solid investments | Matthew 6:19-34 32:08

vor 13 weeks32:08

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Send us a text Money has a powerful influence over our lives, often in ways we don’t recognize. It shapes our decisions, relationships, and even our sense of security. Many assume greed is only about wanting more, but it can also show up as anxiety, overwork, or an obsession with financial stability. In the sermon on the mount, Jesus calls out money as an idol, promising happiness and control but never truly satisfying. It deceives us by making us believe we are in control, when in reality, it drives our fears and desires. We justify our financial choices without questioning whether money is shaping our hearts. True freedom comes when we stop treating money as our ultimate security and invest our hopes in God instead. In this episode we consider how Jesus makes that possible, even if money's empty promises have captured our hearts Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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The honour trap | Matthew 6:1-18 22:48

vor 14 weeks22:48

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Send us a text We in the West don't do honour and shame, we're a guilt and innocence culture. Or so we've been told. It seems like common sense until we take a look at how much time we spend chasing likes, retweets, and even just kudos from the people around us. Many of us care about what other people think of us, and we know that this can be a trap. So, the answer is simple right? Just stop caring what other people think, right? Give up on the whole honour/shame game and be free to live your life dancing like nobody's watching. Except that if you do that, chances are you'll go viral for all the wrong reasons. It turns out Jesus has a better answer, a way for us to find the honour we seek, and to leave behind the shame we carry. And it's all about following his path. Join us as Laura explains how to beat the honour trap by finding our honour in Jesus. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Making peace | Matthew 5:33-48 28:13

vor 15 weeks28:13

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Send us a text Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into one of Jesus’ most radical teachings from the Sermon on the Mount—his call to peace in the face of conflict. We all experience conflict—at home, at work, online. The natural response? Fight back or walk away. But Jesus offers a third way: a path of honesty, dignity, and grace that transforms relationships and communities. We explore: 🔹 Showing your hand – Jesus calls us to be truthful in our words and motives (Matthew 5:33-37). Honesty builds trust and prevents manipulation. 🔹 Raising your head – When mistreated, Jesus doesn’t tell us to cower or retaliate. Instead, he calls us to stand firm, refusing to be degraded while rejecting revenge (Matthew 5:38-40). 🔹 Redefining your friends – More than just passive resistance, Jesus teaches us to actively reclaim power through unexpected generosity and love, even for our enemies (Matthew 5:41-48). We also look at real-life examples, including the civil rights movement, and how we can live out these principles today—in our workplaces, families, and daily interactions. Jesus' way of peace is active, creative, and powerful. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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How to fix a broken heart | Matthew 5:27-32 24:21

vor 16 weeks24:21

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Send us a text Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into a cultural mantra: Follow your heart. It’s everywhere—on posters, in movies, in self-help books. But is it true? Does your heart really know the way to the Good Life ? Jesus challenges that idea in the Sermon on the Mount. He says our hearts can actually deceive us, leading us into patterns that harm both ourselves and others. He pinpoints two symptoms—wandering eyes and broken relationships—that reveal the deeper problem: a heart that’s not aligned with God’s vision for human flourishing. But here’s the good news: Jesus isn’t just diagnosing the problem; he’s offering a cure. And it’s not about extreme self-discipline or cutting out distractions—it’s about something far more radical. Join us as we explore what it means to truly see others as God does, and how Jesus’ invitation to a new heart leads us into real, life-giving relationships. If you've ever wrestled with the tension between desire, culture, and faith, this episode is for you. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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More righteous than righteous | Matthew 5:17-25 21:05

vor 17 weeks21:05

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Send us a text What if simply getting angry could put you in the same danger as murder? What if someone a fool could make you guilty before God? Sounds extreme, right? But in Matthew 5:17-26, Jesus raises the bar on righteousness—way higher than we’d expect. Jesus said, " Unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” The Pharisees were the most devout rule-followers of their time—so what hope do we have? Here’s the game-changer: Jesus didn’t come to abolish the law but to fulfil it. The righteousness we need isn’t something we achieve—it’s something we receive. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus gives us His perfect righteousness. It’s not about religious performance; it’s about grace. In this sermon, Paul Sampson explores what all this means for us today. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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The Good Life | Matthew 5:1-16 27:24

vor 18 weeks27:24

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Send us a text What does it really mean to live the good life? In this episode, we dive into Jesus’ radical definition in the Sermon on the Mount. While the world chases wealth, comfort, and success, Jesus says the truly blessed are the poor, the mourning, the meek, and the persecuted. We explore how the Beatitudes flip our expectations upside down and show us that the good life isn’t about circumstances—it’s about being part of God’s kingdom, even in the midst of struggle. But how do we hold onto this life? Jesus calls us to be salt and light—to stay distinct in our faith and let it shine in the world. We share real-life stories of Christians living this out, from Nigeria to London to our own church community, and reflect on how we can embody Jesus’ vision today. Join us as we rethink success, embrace the good life Jesus offers, and seek to be a people shaped by his kingdom. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Navigating Truth | Revelation 22:6-21 29:44

vor 27 weeks29:44

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Send us a text Have you ever been reading the bible and come away scratching your head? If ever there was a book that can leave us bewildered its Revelation, and yet John writes so that we would know. How do we make sense of this book? How do we avoid missing the forest for the trees? In this sermon, Rev. Brett Marshall from Gungahlin Anglican Church takes us through the final chapter of the final book of the bible, and shows us that when we are clear about where God is taking the world, it helps us interpret everything else we might find in God's word. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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The illusion of safety | Revelation 3:1-13 30:24

vor 28 weeks30:24

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The reign of love | Revelation 2:12-29 35:46

vor 29 weeks35:46

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Meet Jesus with the doubting | John 20:19-31 28:18

vor 30 weeks28:18

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Send us a text Cameron Mason, from the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students explores how the gospel offers us medicine for our doubts. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614

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Tell me who you work for! | Revelation 2:8-11 25:40

vor 31 weeks25:40

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Jesus in 3D | Revelation 2.1-7 32:03

vor 32 weeks32:03

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We need each other | Galatians 6:1-18 31:40

vor 33 weeks31:40

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Send us a text Community is something we all need, and yet as so many people have observed, we are increasingly struggling to get it. How do we find a way to live with each other? And where does community fit into a spiritually fulfilling life? In this sermon, Phil looks at Paul's letter to the Galatians churches and argues that the life of the Holy Spirit only happens with other Christians. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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How to live free | Galatians 5:13-26 27:04

vor 34 weeks27:04

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Send us a text "I'm free to do what I want any old time" sang Mick Jagger. Ok Mick, what do you want? And is it what you really need? How do you know? In this sermon, Phil explores what the gospel has to say about how to live free. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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If you love them tell them no | Galatians 5:1-12 33:38

vor 36 weeks33:38

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Send us a text Chill. It's that attitude that says, it's all good, I don't mind, do whatever you like. Chill seems to be a way to avoid fights and avoid being a jerk. But it's also a way to avoid real relationships and it's a terrible substitute for love. In this sermon, Phil considers how love requires us to give up being chill and instead have an opinion, embrace healthy conflict and put up boundaries - all for the sake of our brothers and sisters. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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True Freedom | Mark 9:38-50 19:49

vor 37 weeks19:49

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Send us a text Dr Amy Erickson from St Mark's National Theological Centre explores what Jesus has to say about the nature of true freedom. Amy drew from the lectionary passages of Numbers 11.4-29, Psalm 78:17-31, James 5.12-20 and Mark 9.38-50 Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Look Mum! No hands! | Galatians 4:12-5:1 27:55

vor 38 weeks27:55

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Send us a text Living a life of freedom, where you are forced to trust God for your sense of self, your worth, and your future can be exhilarating. Like that first time riding a bike without training wheels, it's a rush. But, if you're not familiar with that feeling, you instinctively hit the brakes and put your feet out. Sometimes, people come along and offer us deals, techniques, rules to follow, or tribes to join that promise to put us in control of our spiritual lives. But as Phil reflects on in this sermon, so often, these deals sideline Jesus, and cost us our freedom. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Who are you, anyway? | Galatians 3:19-4:11 28:26

vor 38 weeks28:26

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Send us a text Every single day there are thousands of voices telling us who we are, what we are for, what to do, and where to go. In such a cacophony it can be hard to figure out who we really are. Is there some way to mute all these voices? And what might Jesus have to say about it all? In this sermon, Phil explores how in the gospel, God speaks to us with an invitation to become something that fulfills our deepest longings. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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One way, one plan, one church | Galatians 3:1-18 19:12

vor 40 weeks19:12

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Send us a text Have you ever received one of those URGENT!!!! emails? If Galatians were written today, it may well have had all the punctuation!!, ALL-CAPS, bolding, and underlining of this kind of email. But why? What is the problem? Why is the apostle Paul so worked up? In this message, Laura gets to the root of the issue: to change the gospel is to end up with a two-tier church, which undermines the very point of the gospel. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Separated from Grace | Galatians 2:11-21 28:11

vor 42 weeks28:11

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Send us a text Ever had a brain explosion? A moment where what's in your head just didn't make it to the rest of your body? Sometimes, what we claim to know about Jesus doesn't make it out of our heads and that can lead to us doing things that send a very different message to the one we believe. In this message, Phil takes us through the second half of Galatians 2, and reminds us of how important it is to match what we know to what we do. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Grace to change | Galatians 1:11-2:10 30:24

vor 43 weeks30:24

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Send us a text We all want to change things about ourselves. Our habits, our negative emotions, and behaviours we realise are hurting us and others. But how? If you've been trying for a while and getting nowhere, it's easy to feel stuck. For people who love Jesus, that feeling can be mixed with anxiety, or even doubt - "I thought the Holy Spirit was supposed to work on me". When we feel stuck, we may think that what we need is more elbow grease, grit and determination. But the gospel tells us something better. In this sermon, Phil explains that to get unstuck, we need more time in the desert. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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Good medicine | Galatians 1:1-10 27:50

vor 44 weeks27:50

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Send us a text The world is constantly changing. Technology is constantly speeding up the pace of life. The way we live today would've been unimaginable to people just a few generations ago. Given the huge changes that many of us have seen in our lifetimes, why would the spiritual reflections of people living 2000 years ago have any use or meaning for us today? Christianity has offered people some positives over the centuries, but its 2024! Surely it needs an update! In this sermon, Phil looks at the opening of Paul's letter to the Galatians. He argues that only by refusing to change the gospel can Christians offer hope to all kinds of people - including 21st-century people. Check out our website at christchurchhawker.org.au Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ChristChurchHawkerACT Visit us at 196 Hawker Pl, Hawker ACT 2614…

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