Ruach Manly Beach Podcasts: Recent Episodes
Ian Freestone
In August 2014, the Ruach house church movement in Sydney kicked off a new public gathering just near Manly Beach at the Manly Community Centre, 12 Wentworth St, Manly, 6.15pm Sunday nights. All welcome
An encouragement to lay hold of God every day - to receive the new things he has for you. Your circumstances may cause you to question God. This talk will help you to discover that God is there for you. And YOU can be that kind of friend to others
Amazing to think that our model for living is Jesus - and he had so much he could have done, but he only did what he saw the Father doing. We too can live that way! Bek Osborne, shares God's word from John 5.
This encounter marks the beginning of the last couple of weeks of Jesus' earthly life. The timing, the irony, the outrageousness of this encounter would be hysterical, except the fact that it shows up our own dark side
Certainly one of the most powerful gospel encounters recorded in the Bible. A healing on every level. Be Inspired!
Jesus chooses a woman from despised Samaria to give a sneak preview of the gift that would be poured out at Pentecost. It's the same gift promised in John 7 for all who are thirsty. AND, it's the gift that keeps on giving! This talk looks at Why and How to be filled with the Holy Spirit.
What comes into your mind when you hear the phrase 'Born Again'? Maybe Billy Graham! "Born Again" is a phrase Jesus used just once - with a man called Nicodemus. This secret rendezvous with Jesus is a Gospel encounter that includes a timeless message.
Storms happen in all shapes and sizes. Some we feel we can handle on our own - others get out of control pretty quickly. Relationships, circumstances, disappointments, health etc can all cause a storm. Here Bevan Dally teaches what Jesus says about storms and how can those lessons help you right now!
Jesus has a job going. He’s advertising for harvesters. The job is available all year round – the benefits are out of this world. No workers = no harvest. Workers = Harvest
The last thing the disciples wanted to do after the trauma of Jesus' last days was to 'stay in the city' and yet THAT'S where the gift would be given. This gift would reach nations - and that's the heart of Jesus.
True Spirituality is not Bible-focused. It is not people-focused. It is not experience-focused. Each of these wonderful gifts from God are to point to the one of whom the Father said, "This is My Son - Listen to Him".
Do you want to be a fruitful person in 2015? Jesus talked about bearing fruit. What kind of fruit was he talking about and how can we be fruit-bearers? Hear what God's word has to say. (If this message speaks to you share it with your contacts or social media - blessings!)
Jesus' words, 'Today you will be with me in Paradise' can be understood to mean a promise of eternity for a repentant thief. But it's so much more! Today and everyday that promise is yours.
Has your relationship with Jesus got the "wow" factor?! Jesus' ministry drew both criticism and awe among those who saw and heard him. Jesus forgives. He heals. He makes outrageous claims!! We have never seen anything like this!
All those who've experienced trying to get on a crowded bus or train will identify with this experience of not being able to get in 'because of the crowd'. Crowds can make a way, or crowds can keep people out. The people in this story 'made an opening' for someone to encounter Jesus. Let's do the same
Anna Couston continues her reflections on the pool of Bethesda. 'Do you want to get well?' Such an obvious answer! Or is it??
First read John 5:1-8 and then listen to Anna Couston discuss how the sick by the pool of Bethesda can be thought of as a metaphor for different ones of us who need the touch of Jesus in our life. Part B to come. Enjoy!
Do you know what Jesus taught about the keys to effective prayer? Hearing and following what he says will revolutionize your prayer life.
Jesus talked about praying behind closed doors - where your Father who sees what you do 'in secret' will reward you. Jesus knew all about these secret times. His best kept secret can be yours as well. Find out how.
A 2014 retelling of the 'Good Samaritan' would most likely be called the story of 'The Good Muslim'. If you are happy living with prejudice and indifference then this talk is not for you. If you are committed to following Jesus then press 'play'.
Every struggled with self doubt, shame and other debilitating self talk? Jesus' encounter with Nathanael runs against the grain, and, if received, will set you free! Includes Poem, 'I see you and I know you'
Feeling happy? Feeling satisfied? Both seem out of reach for many - Jesus feeds 5000 people and makes a very big claim. A claim, that if true, would nourish people at the core of their being.
Whilst most of Jesus' encounters involved face to face interactions leading to transformed lives this encounter has some interesting twists. The healing of the Centurion's servant will surprise, challenge and inspire you!
Lk 4:13-30. Jesus moves from the Judean wilderness to the region of Galilee. Ends up in his hometown, Nazareth and delivers the sermon that would set the course for the rest of his earthly life. The Luke 4 mandate is for all who receive God's Spirit whatever their gifting, personality and occupation.