Date: 28.08.2022 Full Service As we celebrate 30 years of God's goodness, Pastor Nathan Harris shared a mini message, "Pressing On" Thank you to the early couples who stepped out in Faith. And so many to follow that prayed in Faith. God is fulfilling His plans. We hear of the founding of a church, Jireh Baptist Church, 160 years ago, some of Brisbane's history, and the of the Baptist church: part of Bridgman's heritage. This is a story of pressing on in Faith, persevering. There has, is and will...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 272
Date: 21.08.2022 Pastor David Twigg continues our "Faith Stories Sunday" interviews as he talks with Claudine. We hear of "A New Creation" Where has God taken Claud? How did it start? And how did she the here? Were there any signs? What can fill the gaps? Who takes the time? And what has forgiveness brought? What doors have been opened? What happens through prayer and sacrifice? Claud has an impact. You can have an impact too. Passages : Eph 2: 8-10 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgema...
Aug 21, 2022•55 min•Ep. 271
Date: 21.08.2022 Pastor Jono Harris brings a special online message, "Doing Life in Christ". Jono shares from a place of amazing stories, Soul Cafe and Op Shop. God has an incredible calling on our lives, His light. How much does one candle light? What happens when we stray? What is God's response? Where is the power? What do we produce? How? Passages : Matt 5: 14-16, Eph 6: 12, John 10: 10, John 1, John 8: 12, John 14: 6, Matt 28: 18, Is 53: 6, Rom 3: 23, Rom 6: 23, Rom 5: 8, Eph 2: 8, John 1: ...
Aug 21, 2022•36 min•Ep. 270
Date: 17.08.2022 Pastor Neil Bernard continues our 'inspire' message from the "Isaiah" series "God's Good Garden" Today's passages point to the Gospels. What do you think of when you hear of gardens? Near or far, plain or spectacular, personal or communal? How about Eden? What happens when sin enters the lands? What does Isaiah tell us? From destruction comes beauty, the glory of the Lord, the healing miracles of the Messiah. Remain strong in the Lord. Passages : Is 34: 1-17, 35: 1-10, Gen 2, Jo...
Aug 17, 2022•31 min•Ep. 269
Date: 14.08.2022 Pastor Tyrone Thomas shares the message from our series based on the first four topics of the Alpha Course with "Why and How do we Pray?" There can be a reason for lack of communication. Do you avoid replying? Sometimes relationships maybe broken. How can you communicate with God? Is something holding you back? You can approach God with confidence. Are you feeling crushed in spirit? What if all your prayers were answered? Would your life or others be better? There is so much pow...
Aug 15, 2022•36 min•Ep. 268
Date: 14.08.2022 Pastor Jodi Traves concludes our "In the Beginning" series with "The Effect of Sin & God's Solution" Beginnings are full of excitement. How was the garden supposed to be? It was full of freedoms provided by God, and then came the enemy and the garden was marred with sin. Have you tried to cover your sin? What has disobedience and sin brought into this world? Can we change this? What is God's response? Who can fix the sin problem? Can you see His grace in this chapter, the Go...
Aug 15, 2022•48 min•Ep. 267
Date: 07.08.2022 Pastor Tamara Courtice shares the message from our series based on the first four topics of the Alpha Course with "How Can We Have Faith?" Have you faced the "Why" stages? What is religion? What is faith? It is grounded in reason and evidence. Thomas had a theory and tested it. What was his result? Faith is completed by action. Will you open the door, from the inside? Then what will you do? Passages : Heb 11: 1, John 20: 24-29, Matt 7: 7-8, Heb 1: 1-4, 29-49, Rom 3: 23-25, Gal 2...
Aug 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 266
Date: 07.08.2022 Pastor Peter Sweetman continues our "In the Beginning" series with "The Essence & Experience of Sin" Communion is shared at the end of the sermon. We all face many problems, they fill our lives, our world. What in earth is wrong with this world? What is at the core of it? Sin. Where does sin begin? "Did God really say....?" How does Eve respond? And what does the serpent say? And then comes the consequences. Sin entered the world. And what has God done for our sin? Where is ...
Aug 07, 2022•50 min•Ep. 265
Date: 03.08.2022 Today we are inspired by Karleigh Oldham as she shares "Strength in Weakness". We can struggle to show weakness, we try to hide it. Do we see the weak as Godly? Do we boast in our weaknesses? Is it logical? What of the Cross? God is our strength in weakness. How is weakness overcome? While we don't know what Paul's thorn was, do we really need to know it. God's grace is sufficient. Delight in your weakness. Passages : 2Cor 11: 30, 2Cor 12: 7-10, 1Cor 1: 18, 2Cor 4: 7 Please send...
Aug 03, 2022•39 min•Ep. 264
Date: 31.07.2022 Pastor Nathan Harris continues our "In the Beginning" series with "The Garden of Eden" We were created in His image. How are we to reflect His image? What is Heaven like? Will there be work? Well, work is a gift of God, it is meaningful. What can come from a well tended garden? Do we have a wrong view of work? We also have the gift of rest. How do you see your work? Passages : Gen 2: 2-9, 15-17, John 5: 17, Ps 127: 1-2, 1Cor 10: 31 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman...
Jul 31, 2022•44 min•Ep. 263
Date: 24.07.2022 This evening we start our "Faith Stories" series as we hear from father and daughter, Mark & Kirsty, and David Twigg brings it all together, to "Begin the greatest adventure" What can happen when the Bible makes sense? You can begin the greatest adventure. Passages : Ps 8, Matt 7: 7-8 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/ To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.au ...
Jul 25, 2022•47 min•Ep. 262
Date: 24.07.2022 Pastor Andrew Carnell brings the first message in our "In The Beginning" church wide series, "The Creation of Mankind" How complex is the universe? It couldn't be a accident. Who wrote the code? What is the pinnacle of creation? Who are we as humans? What is our place? What is your understanding of God? What is our value because of our creation? What happens when you take God out of the picture? What gives us value? We are His image bearer. How can we display this, even in our b...
Jul 25, 2022•49 min•Ep. 261
Date: 20.07.2022 As Pastor Neil Bernard continues our journey in Isaiah and shines the "Light in a Darkened World" What is it to live in darkness for an extended time? What is God's warning? To whom are we to listen? What are they doing? What is the significance of the regions mentioned in Isaiah 9: 1? The Light, Jesus. There is hope. We are to be the Light of the World: guidance, warning, and cheering, with Christ in us. Passages : Is 8: 19-22, Is 9: 1-7, Levi 19: 31, 20: 6, Duet 18, Ps 126: 5,...
Jul 20, 2022•30 min•Ep. 260
Date: 17.07.2022 Pastor Jono Harris brings the message, "Request Wisdom" Where does wisdom come from? What if you have a life changing question? Would you be humble with your answer? What is your real desire? Would you submit to God's wisdom? What happens when you turn from God's wisdom? Would you delight in the will of the Lord? Passages : 1Kings 3: 3-15, Is 42: 6, Matt 6: 21, Col 1: 17, 1Kings 11, Deut 6, Matt 16: 26, Ps 1: 2-3, Heb 12, Prov 9: 10 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgema...
Jul 17, 2022•43 min•Ep. 259
Date: 17.07.2022 Pastor Nathan Harris shares "Our Creator", an introduction to our new church-wide series, "In the Beginning" What came from the dark side of the moon, from Apollo 8? What does Genesis tell us? Who is the main character? Why? How is He involved? Can science and faith live together? What is the logic? What are the variables? What is the evidence? Where are the answers? How great is our God? Passages : Gen 1: 1-10, John 1: 1, Ps 19: 1-2, Jer 32: 17, Ps 8: 3-4, 1John 4: 9-10, Phil 2...
Jul 17, 2022•47 min•Ep. 258
Date: 10.07.2022 As part of our "Global Focus" week Wayne Zschech brings the message, "His Masterpiece" What does OM do? Wayne shares of what is happening in his Ukraine. His world, our world has been turned upside down. His one-year mission has lasted 30 years. What evil is happening there, what is God doing? What are you doing? Jesus is invested. Passages: Eph 2, John 15: 13 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/ To contac...
Jul 11, 2022•55 min•Ep. 257
Date: 10.07.2022 Pastor Matt Sweetman shares from the roof of "Bridgeman City Church", the message of "Bringing Us Together" What do we see of the people in a city? Are we separate or together? While we can be from many cultures, what can bind us? Maybe it is the Olympics, but that is just temporary. Is there something that is permanent, a centre for all? Who is your Lord? Christ Jesus has called us all. He is holding you in His arms. He wants to be close to you and I, to unify us. Passages: Mar...
Jul 10, 2022•28 min•Ep. 256
Date: 06.07.2022 Pastor Neil Bernard continues our "inspire" series in Isaiah with "The Miracle of Emmanuel". Trust in the Lord. What is the background of that Christmas verse? How do people come to faith, when? What was Ahas worshipping? What was happening in the region? Could the house of David be destroyed? What was God's promise? He is here. Passages: Is 7: 1-16, 2Sam 7: 16, Deut 6: 16, Is 36: 1-2 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman...
Jul 06, 2022•39 min•Ep. 255
Date: 03.07.2022 Steve Meharg is visiting from "One and All" church in California and shares the message, "The Verdict & the Offer" What is the problem with wealth? Are you bored? What has the Lord done for you? What can we offer the Lord? What are we to do? Can we do it? There is a breakthrough. It is only through Jesus that we can act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. Take the narrow road. Passages: Mic 6: 1-8, Mic 2: 3, 12-13, Mic 5: 2, Rom 8: 3-5 Please send prayer requests to...
Jul 03, 2022•44 min•Ep. 254
Date: 03.07.2022 Today we are privileged to have Karl Faase, along with his wife Jane, from 'Olive Tree Media' launch their new series "Faith Runs Deep" with "The Fortress of Memory" Karl unpacks what this new series is about and how we can use it. Stories matter, they are important, they are a fortress of memory. What has faith done in this nation? Where does faith run deep in Australia? What created Australia as a nation? Could it have been a second chance? Failure is not final. Passages: Ecc ...
Jul 03, 2022•51 min•Ep. 253
Date: 26.06.2022 Pastor Billy Williams shares the message "A Drop in the Bucket" and the vision that "dhiiyaan" has for their ministry. There is a meaning to 22.5 and 17.5 to Billy and Vicky. Dhiiyaan means family. What is the power of stories? Why was little boy ready with the food? What did it mean to him? What happens when Jesus gets hold of it? What is "True fella"? It breaks the ice. To set the prisoners free. Held well. A village for them. Prayers win the victory. Become better together. N...
Jun 27, 2022•56 min•Ep. 252
Date: 22.06.2022 Pastor Neil Bernard continues our "inspire" series in Isaiah with "Faithfulness" Do you like getting stuff for free? What about forgiveness, nothing held against you? No shame or guilt, rather grace and love. And yet they turn to another. What do you see in the Lord? What is the Lord calling you to? What do we really need in relationships? Passages: Is 6, Is 5, Ex 33: 20 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer...
Jun 22, 2022•30 min•Ep. 251
Date: 19.06.2022 Pastor Nathan Harris shares our 'Vision Sunday' message as we "Proclaim Freedom" We share communion during the Worship Today Nathan shares some of the visions God is leading to in the coming year. What are 3 tasks said of Jesus' mission? Who has gone on to share the Good News? What is God telling us? What is He telling you? We can trust Him. We, the ordinary people. Passages: Is 61: 1-3, Luke 4, Acts 1: 12-14, Acts 2 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on o...
Jun 20, 2022•53 min•Ep. 250
Date: 19.06.2022 Pastor Nathan Harris shares our 'Vision Sunday' message as we "Proclaim Freedom" Today Nathan shares some of the visions God is leading to in the coming year. What are 3 tasks said of Jesus' mission? Who has gone on to share the Good News? What is God telling us? What is He telling you? We can trust Him. We, the ordinary people. Passages: Is 61: 1-3, Luke 4, Acts 1: 12-14, Acts 2 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman.org....
Jun 19, 2022•51 min•Ep. 249
Date: 12.06.2022 Rev Dr John Sweetman shares the message as we conclude our Week of Prayer, "Knowing Him". You might think you know someone, that you understand them. How would you describe Jesus? We all need a break at some stage, a bit of a holiday. Why was Jesus sent? What was God's plan? How did the lady approach Jesus? In great faith. What do you know of Jesus? Passages: Matt 15: 21-27, 2Cor 12 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https://www.bridgeman.o...
Jun 12, 2022•51 min•Ep. 248
Date: 08.06.2022 Pastor Neil Bernard introduces us to our new "inspire" series in Isaiah, "Israel on Trial". Have you ever had a headache that really does you in? Where is Salvation found? Who was Isaiah? What had Israel done? What was the result? What are they to do? Isaiah asks, "Where is your faith and obedience?" What is on offer? What is forgiveness? Free to go. Passages: Is 1: 1-20, 7: 3, 8: 3, Is 53, Rom 8: 1 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: https:...
Jun 09, 2022•31 min•Ep. 247
Date: 05.06.2022 Pastor Tamara Courtice shares our "Pentecost" Sunday message, "Gift of His Spirit" What is special about today? When did His spirit appear? What is God's desire? What is Pentecost? The gift of His spirit. We are adopted into His family. Does the holy spirit live in you? What is the Christian life like? Will you pursue it? Will you submit to the spirit? Will you invite Him in? Passages: Gen 1: 1-2, Ex 19: 17-18, Ex 40: 38, 2Chron 7: 1-3, Jer 33: 26, Acts 1: 3-8, Acts 2: 1-6, 14-1...
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 246
Date: 05.06.2022 Pastor Jodi Traves shares our "Pentecost" Sunday message, "Whisper to God" The disciples asked Jesus how to pray. They were told to ask of Him for their daily bread, all there needs. Who is this story about? Can we wear God down? Is there a difference between humans and God? Are we a bother to Him? God hears whispered prayer. Come whispering, come boldly, come to our gracious Father. Passages: Luke 11: 2-4, 5-13, Heb 10: 19-22 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org....
Jun 05, 2022•37 min•Ep. 245
Date: 29.05.2022 Pastor Dan Moura concludes our church-wide series "James: Faith in Action" with "Where does prayer play a part in your life?" What does James say of sin and suffering? What is God's intention? What can we learn from Job and Elijah? To become like Him and reveal Him to others. We are to confess and pray. He is working, always working. Passages: James 1: 1, James 5: 11-20, Job 42: 5-10, 1Kings 17: 1, 24, 1Kings 18: 21, 36-39, Heb 5: 7-9 Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridge...
May 30, 2022•49 min•Ep. 244
Date: 29.05.2022 Pastor Andrew Carnell concludes our church-wide series "James: Faith in Action" with "Where does prayer play a part in your life?" There is power in prayer. God can be trusted. What does George Müller have to say of answered prayer? What does James say about prayer? Can God heal? God can heal. How powerful is faith? Where are you placing your faith? What impact does sin have? There is power in confession. Come in faith. Passages: James 5: 13-20, Matt 9, John 1: 8-10 Please send ...
May 29, 2022•53 min•Ep. 243
