Part3. (Prayers from a pigpen) Luke chapter 8 and verse 22 begins a saga that you and I should take special note of. As we know, we live in a troubled world and those who do not know and have their confidence firmly established in God will be subject to kinds of upheavals. In verses 22 - 39 we note there are three person(s) trapped in “pigpens”, the disciples, the demon possessed man and the people of Gadara. We will examine the entrapment and look at the keys that give release from the “pigpens...
Jan 25, 2024•29 min•Ep. 65
Part2. (Prayers from a pigpen) Wilfulness and waywardness are aspects of the human heart that we are all too familiar with. Turning to the Gospel of Luke in chapter 15 we read three consecutive parables. The first about a lost sheep, the second about a lost silver coin and the third about the lostness of a young man … a son. Jesus in this parable of the lost son contrasts the defiance of the son and the desire of the Father to see his son return. The repentance and confession of the son and the ...
Jan 21, 2024•23 min•Ep. 64
Part1. (Prayers from a pigpen) Moving onto our next study. Over the course of four episodes we will examine in the Scriptures those who have fallen and failed terribly, yet God in His lovingkindness received their prayer of contrition. So often, more than we care to admit we make wrong choices for one reason or another and find ourselves in “pigpens”. The prodigal of Luke 15 will be the backdrop to this study. We begin by delving into the cry and prayer of the writer of Psalm 51, a man chosen by...
Jan 18, 2024•26 min•Ep. 63
Part5. (My Kingdom) Concluding this study we focus on the vastness of the Kingdom of God. In John chapter 18 starting from verse 33 we pick up the conversation with Pilate questioning Jesus about His kingship and kingdom, the reply given by Jesus reveals the eternal nature of the Kingdom of God. We hope you have found this study helpful, let us know your thoughts by contacting us at contact@aboutface180.net
Jan 14, 2024•26 min•Ep. 62
Part4. (The Kingdom of God) Colossians chapter 1 and verses 9-14 describe our transition from one kingdom to another, the kingdom of darkness “into the kingdom of the Son of His love …” (verse 13) Having this new hope and citizenship we are no longer under the demands of the former kingdom. The Bible makes it plain that this transition is supernatural and only made possible by Christ’s work; incarnation, sinless life, death and resurrection, this is our assurance. In this episode we explore the ...
Jan 11, 2024•28 min•Ep. 61
Part3. (The Kingdom Now) Looking at Matthew chapter four we get some insight into the “arresting” of the kingdoms of this world from Satan and the delivery of those kingdoms into The Kingdom of God by the Lord Jesus Christ. We pick up the narrative in verse one, where Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the Devil. You can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net We would love to hear from you.
Jan 07, 2024•31 min•Ep. 62
Part2. (The Kingdom Now) In this episode we ask what is “The Kingdom”? … How do we define it and describe it? The King of the Kingdom we are delving into is none other than Jesus, Isaiah chapter 9 and verses 6 to 7 gives a detailed description of not only Jesus our King but also describes the perfect rule of His Kingdom.
Jan 04, 2024•28 min•Ep. 59
Part1. (The Kingdom Now) In this new series about “The Kingdom of God” we will first consider the Lord’s Prayer (or The Pattern Prayer) found in the gospel of Matthew. The Lord’s Prayer is a series of principles by which we understand the Kingdom of God/the Kingdom of Heaven. In the Kingdom it’s very important to note that prayer is not simply words spoken but is conditioned by holiness of heart, humility and preparation. Let’s look at Matthew 6 vs 7-14. If you would like to contact us about any...
Jan 01, 2024•29 min•Ep. 58
Part3. (Called and named by God). Israel is called by God to bring to the world of Nations the things that He has planned - that is redemption for the whole Earth. In the book of Romans, chapters 9, 10 and 11, Paul shows that from the beginning God’s original intent for Israel. Even though they were scattered from the land in AD 70 it was God Himself that restored Israel (in 1948) as a nation back to the Land of their possession and is restoring Israel back to righteousness with her God through ...
Dec 26, 2023•28 min•Ep. 57
Part2. (Called and named by God). God called Israel out to be a special people, unique to all the nations around about. (Deuteronomy 7:6-15) Their material prosperity was because of their spiritual purity. They were to be a light to the darkened gentile nations. But what happens when they refuse God’s pattern for themselves and turn in rebellion to the ways of the surrounding pagan nations, will God cast them away forever? The psalmists Asaph and David knew that there was forgiveness and restora...
Dec 22, 2023•32 min•Ep. 54
Part1. (Called and named by God). In this new subject we will be looking at a mystery of God and that is His election of a Nation, that Nation is Israel. In Psalm 80 (written by Asaph) we read a testimony not only of a man but also of a nation. Three time in this Psalm the phrase “restore us” appears, it means to bring us back to a place where once we were, that should be the prayer of every Bible believing Christian to pray for Israel that she would be restored back to God’s plan for the Nation...
Dec 17, 2023•35 min•Ep. 55
Part5. (Abandonment) Having looked at the unity and acceptance and security that should be in the Body of Christ. In this episode we counter balance this by delving into Romans 16:17-18 where Paul warns Christians to be watchful regarding those that are divisive and teach erroneous doctrine that alienates from true fellowship with brothers and sisters, then ultimately with God. Paul speaks of these things also to the Churches of Galatia and Corinth. In the short letter to Philemon, Paul practica...
Dec 14, 2023•29 min•Ep. 54
Part4. (Abandonment) Moving on from Jesus’ comforting and securing statement “ … I am with you always even to the end of the age ..” we look into the security that Jesus intends to be in the Body of Christ. The new commandment that He gave to His disciples was that they should love one another just as He (Christ) loved them. This hallmark of love that Jesus wants to be in His Church can only be achieved by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in every believer.
Dec 10, 2023•30 min•Ep. 53
In this episode of Deeper Life InQuest, Tony talks with Pastor Anne Harley about her early life and life in the ministry. Anne has a remarkable ability to pull together churches of all denominations for the common cause, to glorify God. In doing so she fosters a great sense of unity, togetherness and a whole lot of fun. For over 20 years Anne has been at the head of the Stable Christmas event in Townsville North Queensland which she founded while pastoring at Mt Louisa House of Praise. For infor...
Dec 09, 2023•40 min•Ep. 5
Part3. (Abandonment) The redemption we have in Christ is powerful! Even if we have lived a torrid life, He is able to cleanse and restore us. We see this in the book of 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 and also verses 18-20 where Paul reminds the Corinthians of their former life how they were bought by the blood of Christ and not cast out and abandoned. In the upper room discourse (John 14) Jesus himself said to His disciples “… I will not leave you nor forsake you or leave you as orphans” Let’s look furthe...
Dec 07, 2023•24 min•Ep. 52
Part2. (Abandonment) Continuing the theme of abandonment we look into a well know narrative in John chapter 4 and beginning at verse 4, where Jesus travelling through Samaria and stopping for a rest by a well, strikes up a conversation with a woman who knows repeatedly what it is, to be abandoned.
Dec 03, 2023•25 min•Ep. 51
Part1. (Abandonment) In the next few episodes we will be discussing the subject of abandonment which seems to be an increasing problem in our world. Vows that are broken, spouses and children that are hurt, it’s a difficult thing to escape the feelings of loss. Throughout the Bible, even from the earliest chapters there are many examples of abandonment; Hagar, Ishmael and so many more. In the book of 2 Samuel chapters 11-12 we will look at a string of events in David’s life which lead him to aba...
Nov 30, 2023•31 min•Ep. 50
(Casting down with aggressive faith) So often we get caught up with our failures. In this episode we look at David who was described as “a man after God’s heart” and he too had many failings but his saving virtue was his humility before God. In Psalm 51 we see David’s response to his sin and failure when confronted by Nathan the prophet. We’ll examine keys to overcoming the temptation to give up when we fail. You can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net...
Nov 26, 2023•29 min•Ep. 49
In this episode of Deeper Life InQuest, Tony talks with Radhinee the founder of EnGedi Trust in Zambia Africa and the work they do with a dedicated and compassionate team of workers and volunteers that feed, cloth and educate orphans. If you would like to receive information about the work of EnGedi Trust contact us at contact@aboutface180.net or you can give through Townsville Worship Centre missions account Commbank Aitkenvale Branch Queensland Australia BSB: 064 834 Acc:10551277 Thank you. En...
Nov 24, 2023•53 min•Ep. 4
Part4. (My Vineyard) In this final part we turn again to the book of Isaiah 5 and verses 5 - 7. These few verses are an overview of the “driftings” in Israel’s history from the time of Isaiah, right though to the present day. In these three verses we can hear the ache and lament of God for His wayward people … “for My vineyard” You can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net if you have any questions or thoughts on this study, we would love to hear from you....
Nov 23, 2023•29 min•Ep. 48
Part3. (My Vineyard) In this part we move into Isaiah chapter 5 verses 1-7. Jesus’ words in the gospel of Mark chapter 12 and the first 11 verses are almost word for word what Isaiah said of Israel (the Vineyard of the Lord) being neglectful of it’s self and wandered away from God. You can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net We would love to hear from you.
Nov 19, 2023•29 min•Ep. 47
Part2. (My Vineyard) In the last episode we looked at how the “vineyard” does not exclusively refer to one aspect of truth regarding the human heart. (John 15:1-4) It also applies to the Nation of Israel, we look at two behavioural aspects of Israel even in our days … the conversant Jew and the observant Jew. This too is mirrored in the Christian Church today. If you have any questions or thoughts regarding this talk, you can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net We would love to hear from you....
Nov 16, 2023•30 min•Ep. 46
Part1. (My Vineyard) This episode is an introduction to a new subject which is found in Isaiah 5:1-7 the vineyard which God planted … Israel … we take up this theme by first looking into the book of the Song of Solomon where we are introduced the the Shulamite woman who is the beloved of Solomon. She has neglected her own “vineyard” (the wellbeing of her heart, soul and communion with God) due to unreasonable human demands. You can contact us at contact@aboutface180.net We would love to hear fro...
Nov 12, 2023•30 min•Ep. 45
Deeper Life InQuest Interview with the late Mrs Clara Kraus (Dr Peter Kraus’ mother) She talks of her life and family and the events of WW2 and their interment in the NAZI death camps. The interview was recorded for radio in 2001. Apologies for the poor audio quality. If you have any questions regarding this interview please contact us at contact@aboutface180.net
Nov 10, 2023•51 min•Ep. 3
Part12. (The Church) In this last episode we are looking at the “Determined Church” the Church should be militant and defiant over many things especially darkness that undermines the wellbeing of mankind. In the Book of the Revelation, chapter 19 and verse 6 - 8, John describes the Church after going through the “time of darkness” we see the Bride of Christ cleansed and perfect. If you are enjoying these podcasts please consider following Deeper Life with Tony Hallo and hitting the bell to recei...
Nov 09, 2023•28 min•Ep. 44
In this episode we look at, the dedicated Church. The Church that is solely absorbed in the Lordship of Jesus Christ, what He has declared and planned and how we adjust our dedication, thinking, disposition and focus to fulfil His Will and please Him.
Nov 05, 2023•23 min•Ep. 43
The Church of Jesus Christ regardless of denomination has been buffeted and apposed through the ages with the intent of eroding it’s effectiveness in the world. Sometimes Christians are very capable of undermining the stability and power of the Church through disunity. So in this episode we look into the book of 1 Thessalonians 1:1 where Paul’s opening greeting in the letter gives the key to the power and unity that should be in the Body of Christ. … … If you would like to contact us about any a...
Nov 02, 2023•31 min•Ep. 42
The Church lives in alien territory, in an ever darkening world believers are to be light and salt. Jesus said the Church I build will reflect Me, because He is the Life of the Church. Even when Christians are harassed and persecuted they can live in the power of the Spirit of God with joy and victory.
Oct 29, 2023•29 min•Ep. 41
Tony talks with a friend of many years, Peter Kraus. Peter has a remarkable story about he and his father, mother and baby brother, how they through a series of amazing events were spared from the gas chambers of the concentration camp of Auschwitz, just before the closing months of WW2.
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 2
Acts chapter 8 records one of the most astounding miracles of the gospel. The early Church under pressure and persecution was scattered and thus went into all the world fulfilling the “Great Commission”. Philip going into Samaria preached the Gospel accompanied by signs and wonders, many were saved, and so gentiles came into the church of Christ which was established in Samaria.
Oct 26, 2023•29 min•Ep. 40
