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This Christmas, we look at how God's plan to save the world and redeem us started with a poor, unmarried teenage girl from the middle nowhere. God's plans can seem crazy and ridiculous to us, but His plans are always perfect and His promises always come true
What do you put your trust in? Is it your intellect? Your emotions? Friends and family? Or is it God? This week we explore how our trust in ourselves can often fail us, and what it really means to trust God wholeheartedly with our lives.
This week, we reflect on what it means to say that we love Jesus and how that needs to translate in our daily walk.
Do you know or have you ever allowed yourself to think about what Jesus had to endure to take away your sin? This week we re-live the last few hours of Christ's life here in on earth and walk with Him to the cross.
Have you ever wondered whether giving up everything and following Christ was really worth it? Have you ever wished your life was like everyone else in the world? Well, so did Asaph in psalm 73. This week we discuss what it means to follow Christ and why there's nothing more worthwhile.
Who is Jesus, really? This week, we look at the character of Jesus, and how His presence, whether in the depths of sorrow or the height of joy, always leads to a 'wow' moment.
At one point or another, everyone wonders, 'What's the meaning of my life?'
This week we unpack life's biggest question to see what God intended for our lives.
The book of Jonah talks about a prophet with a task from God He didn't want to do. Jonah was stubborn, hard hearted and judgemental - and the hard reality is that sometimes we are too. Listen to this week's message and learn from Jonah's mistakes.
Join us this week for the final part of our journey series, where we talk about the promised land in the Old Testament and the sure hope of God's promise of a home in heaven for those who believe and trust Him today, and how we should live in light of that hope.
Join us this week for the second part of our journey series, where we talk about the time that Israel spent wandering in the desert before reaching the promised land, and how their attitude and actions in that place compare with our day to day lives as Christians walking through the world today.
In the first part of this three week series, we talk about the time of slavery that the nation of Israel spent in Egypt, which represents the world and its system, and how it relates to us as God's people today.
This week we hear about who we are in front of God, friends and ourselves. We so often hide from God and let him find us but what does that say about us?
This week, we talk about how following Jesus often means making decisions that don't seem logical to the rest of the world. By trusting that God will make a way where there seems to be no way out, we see how the greatest heroes of the bible saw God's hand in their lives, and how we can live that same life by faith.
This week we hear about the 5 excuses Moses made to God in order to avoid going on his mission. We hear how God answered him in the Old Testament, and how God answers those same excuses fears for us in the New Testament
Tune into this week's podcast where we have three of our own youth share their experiences on missions trips and what God taught them.
What's the purpose of missions? Is it just to provide for people's material needs? Or is there something more? This week, we hear about how serving in mission restores our relationship with God, ourselves and the world, making us who we're supposed to be.
This week we are joined by guests from Betel Australia; an organisation that works with recovering drug addicts, and we hear a message about how God is asking each of us "what do you want most in life?" And whether we're brave enough to faithfully follow through with the answer.
This week we discuss the story of Rehoboam, the son of Solomon who reminds us of the importance of listening to advice from the right source. God has placed those who are older than us, who have gone before us (especially our parents) as our advisors, to guide us and to reflect His love throughout the process.
"Smooth seas never made a skilful sailor". This week we talk about how God has the power to use even the most difficult and painful circumstances in our life to help shape us, bring us closer to Himself and launch is into a deeper relationship with Him...if we're willing to let Him.
How do we react when we're in the middle of a storm? Do our lives glorify God in the hardest of times? This week, we look at 3 kings and how each responded in the face of death.
What does it mean to give to God? And how should we go about it? This week, we look at tithing and the heart behind giving back to God.
Some decisions in our lives are black and white - clearly right or clearly wrong. But what happens when we face a grey area? This week we find out what the bible has to say about how to make the right decision in any situation.
As followers of Jesus, how are we leading each other? Are we turning a blind eye to things we know will harm us or are we standing up for what believe in and encouraging each other to do the same?
If you've ever wondered how much God loves you, you never have to look farther than the cross. On Easter we celebrate the death of Christ for our sins and His resurrection that brings us into a new hope and a new life with Him.
This week we cover the life of Job; a man who lost everything and still held onto his faith. Job reminds us that even when life makes no sense and we don't understand what is happening to us, God is still in control, waiting to lift us up...we just have to have faith!
Do you know where you're gonna be in 5 years? 10 years? 20? Life can hold some unexpected turns. This week, we hear about what it means to surrender our lives to The One who hold the future.
"Gossip can be seemingly harmless and even fun...but this week we explore how gossip affects us and those around us, and why it can be a toxic (and addictive) habit that we need to break"
'If we're only doing what's expected to be accepted, is it really worth it if we're rejected?' This week, Tyson speaks about what it means to stand firm in God in a world that constantly pressures us to conform.
Our first official meeting of 2016, we understand what we want and set our vision for 2016.
The whole story of the bible revolves around God's desire to know us and His desire for us to know Him! In this bonus episode from Ignite Young Adults, we hear about the lengths God took for us to know Him, and the wonderful privilege we have to be known by Him!
In this bonus message from Ignite Young Adults, we explore God's heart and His nature, in wanting to do a new thing! God is dynamic and active and wants us to approach Him with expectancy and desire!
It's Christmas! In this special episode we look at the path people took to meet baby Jesus, and we see the path God took to meet with us!
A time of change can bring us to a point of refection. One of our youth leaders reflects on the things God has been teaching him throughout the years... Don't miss out on listening to this personal and challenging message!
The path you're on has a destination. Do you know where you're going, and are you happy about it? Our guest speaker, Andy Simpson, sheds some light on the 'Path Principle' and what God has to say about the choices we make and how they shape us and our futures!
We all want to have a meaningful life that leaves a lasting impact, and God wants us to have that kind of life too. In this episode we uncover the kind of life we can live that will have an eternal impact and please the Creator of the Universe.
God's plan is perfect, and although we may not understand or know what He does or why, we can always rely on Him! What's stopping you from believing that? What's stopping you from trusting Him? Don't you know that when you have God, you have everything and nothing can stop you!
When was the last time you looked at God with a sense of awe? When was the last time you really wanted to be in His presence? In this episode we talk about what it means to be in relationship with the God who created the universe!
God wants you to know what He's done for you, to know Him intimately, to grow in your relationship with Him, and then to help others come to know Him - where are you up to?
How are you living your life? What are your hopes and dreams? Do you know that time is short? In this episode we refocus our attention on the things that really matter - the things that will last beyond our lifetime here on earth.
'Ministry' is typically misunderstood and largely ignored by most Christians, but to God, a life of ministry is the only kind of life He calls us into. So what is ministry, what does it look like, how do we do it, and who do we minister to? Listen in to find out.
God calls us to love Him, follow Him and serve Him. He wants our all but sometimes we feel like all we can do is 'try'. What's the difference between 'trying' and 'doing'? Can we please God if all we do is 'try'?
This episode focuses on suffering and the reality that it reaches us despite our background. Whether we're a refugee from Syria or a middle class hard working professional, life gets tough. In those moments we need eyes that focus on the eternal - eyes that focus on God.
Are you tired of religion? Does following after God feel impossible and sometimes even unfair? In this episode, guest speaker Tyson Popplestone shares Jesus' message about coming to Christ and finding a place of rest, freedom and relationship. A place where the heavy is made light and where the law of love reigns supreme!
This episode features a very special guest speaker and beloved school teacher: Rebekah McClimens! God wants to speak to His people and rejoice over them with singing! Listen in to find out what He wants to say...
We sometimes forget that even on a stormy day, the sun continues to shine! God wants us to know that He's there and He can be trusted with anything and everything...no matter what storms we're in the midst of. Take a listen to the latest episode of our podcast!
In this off-the-wall, informal and arabic filled episode, we sit down with Pastor Peter Botross and talk about what God wants for our lives and then we open it up for some quick fire questions and answers.
In this very special episode we join with the Arabic Soul Salvation Assembly and the Ignite Young Adults for a meeting to celebrate the unity we have as a Church-family.
In this codex message we find out what Church is really all about... Who established the Church? How does God view the Church? And what is the Church's purpose?
Who are you really? Who do you belong to? What does God have to say about who you are? This episode we tackle the issue of identity and the common misconceptions it can raise...
In this episode, our guest speaker Michael de Kretser walks us through one of Jesus' most famous parables...
In this special episode, we hear of stories of Lost Faith as one of COR Youth's leaders shares a message with our sister meeting, 'Ignite Young Adults'.
How do you view God and how do your actions declare Him? In this episode we see what happens when we engage with God and see Him for who He really is, rather than putting Him in a box of our own expectations and limitations.
In this episode, we're joined by Pastor Raef Soliman from Bridge Church who reminds us that Christ is coming back soon! But how soon is 'soon'? How will we recognise the time? And what should our lives look like in the lead up to His glorious return?
Have you ever felt like God doesn't listen? That He doesn't care about you? That He's making you hurt on purpose? While we may not fully understand what He's doing in the moment, one thing remains clear: we should trust in Him and His timing. Listen in to hear more...
It's one of the greatest and most challenging commands in the history of humanity: 'love your enemies'. Jesus coined this radical notion, and it has continued to powerfully impact the world, even until today. But what does it mean, what does it say about God, and how does it apply to us? Listen and find out!
Jesus was very clear about who He was. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains that He fulfils what 'the law and the prophets' say and sets a challenge to all people. Listen to find out what He meant...
God cares about who your friends are and designed us to need each other and need community. What is God's vision for our friendships? What kind of friends should we be? Take a listen and find out.
In the second part of our Sermon on the Mount series we examine Jesus' salt and light metaphors...
Pastor Farag is spearheading the translation of the Bible into sign-language for the peoples of the Middle East and he joins us to share his story.
Our new series centres in on Jesus' famous sermon where He reveals God's heart to a hungry crowd. This week, we look at what Jesus chose to open His sermon with: the Beatitudes. How do we find and pursue happiness? How do we live a life worth living? What's God's heart towards us? Take a listen and find out...
The Holy Spirit is largely misunderstood - He is God and He dwells in us once we call Jesus our Lord and Saviour. But what does the Holy Spirit do in our lives? What does it mean to be sealed/baptised/filled with The Spirit? How do you get 'filled' with The Spirit? What are the fruits and what are the gifts of the Holy Spirit? All these answers and more in our epic hour long codex...
This Good Friday, we reflect on the cross and the perfect Son of God who was hung upon it. What does it all mean, and why did it have to happen?
Our special guest speaker shares some of her life experiences and how they've taught her to walk closer with God.
God's most frequent command throughout His whole Word is, 'fear not'. Why does God care if we're afraid? And how can we live a life without fear?
Love is a two-way-street, and in the third and final part of our '(in Love)' series we discover what responsibilities we are called to, as we enter into relationship with God.
What's the deal with fasting? Why does God supposedly care about whether or not we eat? What should we expect when we fast? This is our first codex message of the new year and we answer all these questions and more!
The good, the bad, the ugly - all things will be united under Christ, and that is God's purpose and plan. What does that mean? How does it affect our lives? And how should it change us?
Our first week back since we wrapped up our holiday program has us seeking God's will for this New Year. What is the vision He has given us for this year, both as individuals and as a group?
It's Christmas time at COR Youth! In this episode we find out about the first gifts ever given over Christmas and what they revealed about God's nature and the identity of Jesus!
Jesus' final command to His disciples also exemplifies the true nature of being one of His followers. So what is The Great Commission? Why is it important? And how does it apply to me today? Listen and find out...
Paul saw an inscription on Mars Hill in Athens: 'To An Unknown God' it read. Paul went on to reveal the 'Unknown God' and explain how He wants to be KNOWN, intimately and personally.
Prayer is conversation with God...but what does that actually mean? What are God's expectations around prayer and how does He answer back? Listen to this special Codex episode to find out.
God tells us that we're in the middle of a Spiritual War, where our very souls are fought for. We have a very important role in this war, and we choose which side we stand on. In this episode we talk about the pitfalls and troubles we can face as 'Principalities, Powers and Rulers' fight against us.
Have you ever felt broken? God tells us that He heals and restores, but just how exactly does He go about doing that, and why is it so important to Him? In this episode we look at Nehemiah's attempts at restoring Jerusalem's wall and his people through the lens of how God restores us.
In our lives we face real problems and fundamental threats to our spiritual wellbeing as well as the wellbeing of those around us. We never know when these times are coming and so we must always be ready. In this episode we talk about the importance of having our hands raised in prayer every step of the way.
In this episode we look at the extreme lengths God took for us, all for love, and how that holds the key to setting us free. But what does God's version of freedom look like? And how exactly does love set us free?
In this episode we talk about what it means to lead others and we look at some examples of great leaders.
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Is creation a myth or reality? In this episode we compare and contrast Christianity with atheism and other popular philosophies and weigh up the 'science' to see whether or not our faith is truly blind.
In our lives, we'll face many decisions where we have to choose to either do the popular/socially acceptable thing, or the right thing. This episode unpacks one story that shows what happens when you stand up for what you believe and what God does in the midst of that.
We all have goals and desires in our lives that push us forward. Sometimes, God calls us to lay those aside to hear His voice more clearly. In this episode, we talk about 'Surrender', and how God uses it to give us not always what we want, but what we need...
A practical message straight from Jesus' teachings that reveals God's extremely high standards on how we should relate and interact with anyone we encounter.
Can we trust God? Can we trust Him to change us and mold us in His image?
In our 9th episode, we talk about 'The Unchanging Changer', our faithful and loving God who has big plans for us.
Who was the Bible written by? When was it written? How do we know it's true? Is it still relevant? We answer all these questions and more in our 8th podcast episode. This one is not to be missed!
We were created with an appetite for more than just food...
In our 7th episode, we talk about The HUNGER that all people have, and how it can be satisfied.
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In our 6th episode we address the issue of DOUBT - something every Christian will likely face. Can we lose our salvation? What does God have to say about our doubts?
What is heaven like? Who goes there? How do you get there?
In episode 5 of our podcast, we discover the biblical answers to all these questions and more in our 3rd codex message on Heaven.
What did Jesus actually do for us? What is Easter really all about?
In our 4th podcast episode, it's Good Friday at COR Youth, and we discover the lengths God took for us: all for love.
What do 'chalk' and 'prayer' have in common?
In our 3rd episode, Pastor Gavin Brown from Crossway baptist church joins us to reveal the true meaning of prayer, and what God-focused prayer actually looks like.
In our second episode, we explore what it means to 'die to self' and what God wants our life to be like.
This is our very first episode of our podcast, which also happens to be our second ever codex message spoken at youth, titled: The Truth About Hell.
We aim to explore and discover biblical facts about Hell, to better understand God and His desire for us.
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