In this episode Jo chats to Scott and Annie McKinnon about being surrendered to God and the writing and recording process of their album Covenant. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: Covenant: Surrendered by Ps Jo Leutton Resources: Covenant by Riverlife Baptist Church Album: Covenant by Scott and Annie McKinnon Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on i...
May 22, 2019•24 min•Season 5Ep. 14
In this episode Jo and Scott chat to Leah Rea about presence, being present, leading kids into intimacy with God, and the joy and challenge of finding God in the midst of a full family life, in this third episode in the Covenant series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: Covenant: Present by Ps John Robertson Resources: Covenant by Riverlife Baptist Church Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott &...
May 15, 2019•22 min•Season 5Ep. 13
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Nathan and Kate Sands in the second episode in the Covenant series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: Covenant: You and Me by Pastor Ryan Vallee Resources: Covenant by Riverlife Baptist Church Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
May 08, 2019•25 min•Season 5Ep. 12
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Sarah McIntosh in the first episode in the covenant series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: Covenant: Us and God by Pastor John Robertson Resources: Covenant by Riverlife Baptist Church Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
May 01, 2019•17 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Jo and Scott conclude our 'Paradigm' series, taking a look at the idea of living unveiled, inspired by 2 Corinthians 3:12-18. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: 'Vision Sunday: Unveiled' by Pastor John Robertson Sermon: 'Evidence of the Spirit' by Pastor John Robertson Podcast: 'Living Unveiled' by Bible Streams' Podcast: 'Unveiled' by Going Deeper Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Ann...
Apr 24, 2019•16 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Jo and Scott discuss what we mean by 'Christ's Kingdom' in the Riverlife vision statement, as a part of our 'Paradigm' series. Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
Apr 17, 2019•24 min•Season 5Ep. 9
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Claudine Hawkins about 'Love Demonstrated" as the fifth episode in the paradigm series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: 'Vision Sunday 2018' by Pastor John Robertson Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
Apr 10, 2019•25 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Dr Lindsey Farrell about 'Love Declared" as the forth episode in the paradigm series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: 'Turning Points' by Mark A. Noll Podcast: 'Walking in the Way' by Riverlife Going Deeper Art Exhibition: Inala Art Gallery Exhibition "I AM" Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitch...
Apr 03, 2019•30 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Jo and Scott interview Pastor Dylan Krause about 'Empowered' as the third episode in the paradigm series. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: 'Essentials: Empowered' by Jo Leutton Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
Mar 27, 2019•33 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Jo and Scott talk about 'Presence' as the second episode in the paradigm series. Most of us have heard the word "presence" before when referring to God or others, but where does it come from, and what do we really mean when we use it at Riverlife? Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: 'Essentials: Presence' by Ryan Vallee Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscr...
Mar 20, 2019•26 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Jo and Scott introduce the new series called paradigm and look at family as the first topic. Riverlife is first of all "A family embracing the Father's presence..." but what does family look like in a church context, and where did that idea come from? Listen in to this episode and grab a hold of what it really means to live as part of the family of God in this world. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: 'Essentials: Family' by John Robertson Get more inf...
Mar 13, 2019•27 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Jo and Scott catch up with Riverlife's Senior Pastor John Robertson, and discuss preparing for a move of God's presence. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Message: Unveiled - Riverlife's Vision Sunday Message 2019 Book: Leadership Pain by Samuel Chand Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
Mar 06, 2019•24 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Dr Tom Jones from Global Awakening. Tom is the Vice President, CFO and Director of Church Networks with Global Awakening where he travels the globe preaching and ministering for over three quarters of the year. He carries a healing anointing, a passion for revival, and the Father’s love which is clearly seen as he ministers in gentleness and compassion. In this episode they talk about God's presence, ministering in power and also what Tom believes God is ca...
Feb 27, 2019•32 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Charity Cook from Global Awakening. Charity is an Associate with Global Awakening, and Dr Tom Jones' Executive Assistant. She is living a life of humbled service to God and His kingdom. Listen in and be encouraged by Charity's willingness to follow the example of Christ who gave up everything for the Father. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Global Awakening Website: Charity Cook Book: 'When God Becomes Real' by...
Feb 20, 2019•28 min•Season 5Ep. 1
This is our one year anniversary episode so lets have some fun! In this episode Jo and Scott review the year on the Going Deeper podcast and look towards the next year ahead. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Conference: Presence, A Night with Global Awakening Coffee: Parallel Roasters Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Sp...
Feb 13, 2019•32 min
In this episode Scott interviews Senior Pastor John Robertson about 'Unveiled', the vision for Riverlife for 2019. What does "Unveiled" mean for us at Riverlife in 2019 and how are do we live as people with unveiled faces? Listen in to hear John's heart for how we are ought to boldly enter into His presence and then boldly display the glory of God to the world around us. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Sermon: Vision Sunday 'Unveiled' Podcast: 'Living Unvei...
Feb 06, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 52
In this episode Jo and Scott interview pastor Emily Ellis, Riverlife Baptists Church's children's pastor. Emily is passionate about training up great leaders who value the church and who are passionate about Jesus. Listen in to this episode to hear a bit about Emily's story and what she's excited to see in 2019. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Meet Pastor Emily Ellis Sermon: New Things Part 5 - Emily Ellis Get more info at Riverlife Church , and fi...
Jan 30, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Scott and Jo wrap up our series on Revival History by examining some of the principles of revival that can be observed across 2,000 years of church history. From the Biblical narrative to the present day, there are common themes, practices and principles that can help guide us personally and corporately into readiness for a move of God, a move that ultimately rests in His sovereign will and desire for His people to know His presence. Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook an...
Jan 23, 2019•25 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Scott and Jo talk to Dr Geoff Waugh and his grandson Dante about revivals in the 21st Century, around the South Pacific and in Australia. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Renewal Journal Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Revival Fires" by Dr Geoff Waugh Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , ...
Jan 16, 2019•38 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book: "Worshiping with the Anaheim Vineyard" by Andy Park, Lester Ruth, and Cindy Rethmeier Website: A History of the Vineyard (Vineyard USA) Website: John Wimber (Vineyard USA) Website: Pastor Chuck Smith Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher...
Jan 09, 2019•31 min•Season 4Ep. 7
In our sixth episode on Revival History, we take at a look at the Azusa Street and Welsh Revival. Jo and Scott interview Pastor Eric Whitley to discuss how revival in the twentieth century began a restoration of the church and As you listen we pray that you would be stirred in your faith, and drawn deeper into a passionate relationship and intimacy with God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Book...
Jan 02, 2019•33 min•Season 4Ep. 6
2018, WHAT A YEAR! In this episode we hear from Pastor John as he highlights some of his favourite moments and testimonies from 2018 at Riverlife. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Magazine: "Unveiled" by Riverlife Baptist Church Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Instagram . Music credit: Scott & Annie McKinnon , 'Revive'. Subscribe on iTunes , Stitcher , Android and Spotify ....
Dec 26, 2018•30 min
In the fifth episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott take a look at the Great Awakenings in the United States of America. Covering Jonathan Edwards, Charles Finney and D.L. Moody, they also take a look at the Kentucky Revivals of the early 1800s. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Revival Library: First Great Awakening - Jonathan Edwards Website: Revival Library: Charles Finney Biography Website: Revival Library: The Cane Ridge Meeting H...
Dec 19, 2018•32 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In the fourth episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott talk about revival in Europe from the sixteenth century. They begin with the protestant reformation and the Moravian movement in Germany which led to the biggest missionary movement in the West until YWAM. Alongside this they explore the life of John and Charles Wesley and the impact that they had on the Church of England and to the nations of the world. Listen in and be inspired to holy living and seeing God at work in our worl...
Dec 12, 2018•25 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In the third episode of the Revival History series, Jo & Scott welcome back Dr Lindsay Farrell to the show. They pick up with a historical overview from Constantine to St Francis of Assisi, then examine the life of this knight-turned-monk, who transformed the culture of his day toward the unity, truth, goodness and beauty of God. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Book: "2000 Years of Charismatic Church History" by Eddie Hyatt Website: Dr Lindsay Farrell -...
Dec 05, 2018•33 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In our second episode on Revival History, we take a look at how and when God moved throughout the early church. What happened in the decades and centuries directly after Jesus' ascension and Pentecost? This episode, Scott and Jo explore the Patristic period, the period of the early church fathers from 100 A.D. till the 4th century. They explore the Montanism, the Desert Fathers, and Constantine, and how each contributed to early church renewal movements with God's people. As you listen we pray t...
Nov 28, 2018•37 min•Season 4Ep. 2
We begin our new series "Revival History", taking a look at how and when God has moved throughout human history. This episode, Scott and Jo begin with an introduction, taking a look at what Revival is, some ideas about why and how it's one of the most significant areas of attention for the church today, and then outline where we're going over the next few weeks. We trust that you'll be blessed, stirred in your faith, and drawn deeper into a passionate relationship with Jesus as you listen. Resou...
Nov 21, 2018•34 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this episode Jo and Scott interview John Robertson as he speaks about living from God's presence. What is the ideal Christian life? Is it simply following the status quo and ticking the various 'church boxes' that we have created, or is there something more? Living from God's grace, his empowering presence, is the key to the Christian life. Listen in to today's episode to gain insight into how you might best do this as you declare and demonstrate Christ's love to those around you. Resources/L...
Nov 14, 2018•37 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Margaret Stunt from Unlocking Ministries. Margaret is a passionate and bold follower of Christ, who has a heritage serving God and His church all across the world. Over the past decade her family has been a part of Rhema Bible Church in South Africa, however they now live in Sydney Australia and are part of Hillsong Church where she has been on staff at the Leadership College for the last 7 years. Listen in to this episode and be stirred up to joyfully live...
Nov 07, 2018•29 min•Season 3Ep. 21
In this episode Jo and Scott interview Josh McGready from Life Center Ministries. Josh is a youth pastor from Harrisburg in the United States with a deep and contagious hunger for God after many of his own encounters. Listen in to this episode and be encouraged to pursue God wholeheartedly as you live in hope wherever you go. Resources/Links mentioned in this episode or helpful for Going Deeper: Website: Life Center Ministries Get more info at Riverlife Church , and find us on Facebook and Insta...
Oct 31, 2018•31 min•Season 3Ep. 20
