Joy is more than an emotion and transcends the circumstances of life. It comes from deep within and shapes how we face the world and what we bring to it, to make it better. A me...

The Christmas Card images of the Holy Family and Nativity Scenes may not really reflect all that was going on in the roller coaster ride for Mary and Joseph. So what can we lear...

Today Andrew Menzies opens our series in Advent as we explore the powerful example of two people who took on a journey filled with hope. Honouring the past without holding onto ...

Today we conclude our series in Malachi as we look forward to the coming of the One who will make all things Right. As followers of Jesus, we are called to faithfully reflect th...

People are less likely to respond to someone in need when they are in a group situation, compared to when they are just with one other person or alone. In a world that celebrate...

So often when times are tough, we circle the wagons and look after our own interests and forget others. But Jesus calls us to to be different - to be generous. A message by Davi...

People like Hetty Johnston, Rosie Batty, Eddie Marbo and Tim Costello share a heart for justice and a desire for our society to be one that cares for those around us in meaningf...

In our third message drawing from Malachi we explore God's call to faithfulness to him. God is abounding in steadfast love, he wants more than anything to walk with us in life. ...

Inherent in the role of a pastor, is the challenge not to compromise God’s message for the sake of keeping the church congregation happy. Especially when the congregation financ...

In a world where it is so easy to compromise, easy roads and cheap fixes, there is a small voice that reached through the ages calling us back to God and to give God our best.

As we wrap up this series, Rob Nyhuis, (Churches of Christ Victoria and Tasmania Executive Officer) reflects on John's writings from Revelation 1.

There has been significant controversy regarding the life of Mary Magdalene. But what the Bible does and doesn't say about the story of Mary Magdalene may surprise and hopefully...

What does freedom truly look like? A message by Matt Jones

Ruth could have lived and died without anyone knowing she existed. But God had other plans which brought renewal to Ruth's life and a new home in a foreign country. All because ...

The movies and tv series that we gravitate towards, of a person or a people in need of salvation, weaves its way between the layers of our self-defensive armour, to expose the r...

As God reveals himself he also shows us who we really are. God draws us into our true identity - a new name. The Bible continues to reorient lives to a new identity. A message b...

If Christianity was a contact sport - it would undoubtedly be a wrestle! God is always up for a wrestle. Discover why in this message by David Toscano

The Bible is not a set of pages scribed in ages past as a historical account of what once was. The Bible is God's revelation within human history of we are a part.

We see beauty all around us which has been described as God's signature. Today Paul Cameron explores some of God's beauty and how the Churches of Christ sit in God's masterpiece.

Faith that Makes a Difference in Everyday Work. A message by Matt Jones

Bob Dylan's lyrics 'The times they are a changing' still ring true today. So how do we do more than survive in a world that is changing around us? A message by David Toscano

When we take a step and look at the big picture of Jesus' coming again, we should be filled with hope. A message by Matt Jones.

We recently asked people who come along to church what they would like us to speak on. Today we tackle the topic of Anxiety, Depression and Stress, and what the Bible has to say...

Today we explore the amazing opportunity we have to Play Jazz with God as guest speaker Michael Vanderree (Churches of Christ Victoria/Tasmania Communities Team Leader) explores...

Today we wrap up our series called Going Deeper with some input from David Toscano, and Rob Bell DVD 'Dust' as we consider being disciples who are willing to step out and follow...

'It takes a village to raise a child' - In the western world where we are consumed by individualism, the reminder that we benefit from living in the community and the community ...

"I'm a Christian. I believe in God. I just don't go to church." It is a statement that is heard but is inconsistent with the image of following Jesus as pictured in the Bible. B...

With seven different options offered, today the church voted to hear David speak about the spiritual disciplines of Worship and Simplicity.

Have you ever noticed how disciplined people achieve more, do more, have greater focus. It is almost as if they get more out of life. Today we explore the discipline of reading ...

While distractions can be welcome, in today's overstimulated and connected world, the good can be the enemy of the best. Today we consider how distractions and negatively impact...

How often do we settle for the ordinary? In our quest for a deeper relationship with the Divine, we discover the importance of having dissatisfaction as a regular, welcome guest...

What fuels your imagination, your hunger for something more, something other than the stuff of life? For many, we desire to connect with otherness. We desire to connect with the...

We live in a rapid paced society that is increasingly experiencing disruptive influences. In such a society is tradition wrong, and what role should it have in church? A message...

Not only do individuals experience times of flux, but so do families, groups, organisations (including churches), states and countries. This week we look at the Exodus account i...

It is tough when we face a season of personal uncertainty - when life is in a state of flux. But others in history have been there too, and we can learn some valuable insights i...

Lost and Found. Hide-and-go-seek. Experiences that are familiar to us, but have you ever wondered about the cosmic realities these both have for us today? A Message by David Tos...

Jesus promises if you seek him you will find him. Let God make his home in you! It is from this 'filling up' that we are strengthened to be able to 'pour ourselves out' to other...

We all think we know church, but it could be way more than what we have made it. Matt Jones describes how the local church family is the foundational setting for us to grow and ...

One of the greatest defining aspects of a true community is when they express and experience compassion. When we have empathy for others, we are called to move our compassion in...

If you have ever longed for a compassionate response from others, you know what a difference it can make in your life. Today, Matt Jones continues our series Northern In The Mir...

Like Northen, there are lots of community groups doing great things in the community - but what makes Northen different? A Message by David Toscano

I'm not religious, I'm spiritual. How do we fuel, strengthen and deepen our spirituality? A Message by Matt Jones

When all the pieces fall into place, something awesome happens. Convergence! Today we begin a 7 week series of Northern in the Mirror as we reflect on the first Church in Acts a...

Today we discover Jesus preparing His friends to go on their own Gospel adventure.

There are some passages in the Bible that have you wonder - "What on earth is going on here?" Today, in Matthew 15:21-28 we dive into one of these occasions as we look at anothe...

We can just see the miraculous healing and miss a greater miracle that sits just beneath the surface. Did you see it coming?

What is your purpose in life? At the start of the year it is a sobering question to ask. But the answer brings clarity and can transform not only your year, but the rest of yo...

Why doesn't Jesus just do things independently? Wouldn't that be easier, and quicker? Today we commence a new series - Snapshots from the Life of Jesus and this week we take a f...

Lynette Leach shares from her heart as she retires as a minister. Looking back, and looking forward, based on God's faithfulness over the years - what might the future hold?

We often look for happiness, when our soul craves Joy. A message by David Toscano