The Revival Fellowship

Unity

A summary by Pastor Brad of our recent Prayer and Fast on Unity. Themed from Psalm 133 v1.

The Thief On The Cross

Much has been said and made of the Thief on the cross. Many people have taken comfort from the story of the thief to whom Jesus makes the famous quote, "Verily I say onto Thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise." Unfortunately for the people who quote or rely on this scripture, the meaning of this verse is not what they believe. Before we discuss this scripture, we need to understand why people have placed so much significance on these words. Many today want to take the easy way out (with ...

Our Emotional Stability

The End Of The End

The Bible describes a series of events which define the return of the Lord. One such line of prophecy is called "birth pangs", being likened to the onset of human birth. This is a very interesting metaphor, because many of the events of human labour are easy to identify, and by their nature, continue to intensify and are irreversible.

Speaking Hope

Dealing With Dung

The Old And New Temple Of God Pt2

Part 2 of a brief outline comparing the old and new temples of God.

To Live By Faith Is To Give By Faith

Many Christians feel obliged to prioritize their service to Christ by telling him through prayers, music, public speaking and testimony; how much they love him. This is often promoted and perceived as one of the greatest and most rewarding deeds of the Christian life. Sadly, this is wrong, and ill conceived. Many would be surprised how few times Christ or God mentioned their love for each other. It is not that it wasn't there, it is just that they preferred to display their love for each other t...

The Calibration Of Life Vancouver

This talk was previously delivered by Pastor Brad in Brisbane on 7th March. This talk is slightly more condensed (precise). All sciences have tools or documented comparisons so any device or formula can be calibrated against a proven measure or standard. The reality of bible salvation is based on a series of promises and actions which God has promised through His Holy Spirit, of which He confirms. God is well aware of human failure and has thus calibrated His word and blessings with signs and ev...

The Calibration Of Life

All sciences have tools or documented comparisons so any device or formula can be calibrated against a proven measure or standard. The reality of bible salvation is based on a series of promises and actions which God has promised through His Holy Spirit, of which He confirms. God is well aware of human failure and has thus calibrated His word and blessings with signs and evidence outside of intellectual and emotional factors alone. Like the Prime Meridian (the 0 degree line of longitude) used fo...

The Basics Of Accountability Pt2

Part 2. The fatal human trait of blaming others for the things that go wrong in our lives, will always leave us at the mercy of others. Blaming others is not empowering; it traps us in failure rather that building our character. The solution is short term and often painful... we need to take responsibility for our life and the outcome of our choices, especially when they go wrong! The Bible offers a perfect solution and with lots of help along the way.

The Basics Of Accountability

The fatal human trait of blaming others for the things that go wrong in our lives, will always leave us at the mercy of others. Blaming others is not empowering; it traps us in failure rather that building our character. The solution is short term and often painful... we need to take responsibility for our life and the outcome of our choices, especially when they go wrong! The Bible offers a perfect solution and with lots of help along the way.

Credentials Of An Overcomer

The Principles Behind Prayer And Fasting

Prayer and Fasting. Fasting is a form of self discipline... exercising personal humility Prayer is a form of self discipline... exercising spiritual humility

Why Do The Heathen Rage Pt2

On 14th June 2020 Pas Brad gave a talk titled Why Do The Heathen Rage. This is part 2 of that topic. The PDF notes are posted in the "resource / articles" area of the brf.org.au website. The natural position of 'non or anti-Christians' is to rage against God's laws and principles, despite them giving humanity the best opportunities for a fair and sustainable life. The more they rage, the worse life becomes for the free world, with one failure leading to another. Sadly, yet predictably: the human...

Prayer That Works Pt2

Part 2. There are two main identities that God reveals about himself when dealing with us on a personal level. The first identity he takes on is "Father" and the second main identity he takes on is "Friend". God takes on these identities so he can be better visualised and easily understood. These identities make it a lot simpler to know how to approach him and what to build our expectations upon. The salvation message of repentance, water baptism and the receiving (anointing) of the Holy Spirit ...

Prayer That Works

There are two main identities that God reveals about himself when dealing with us on a personal level. The first identity he takes on is "Father" and the second main identity he takes on is "Friend". God takes on these identities so he can be better visualised and easily understood. These identities make it a lot simpler to know how to approach him and what to build our expectations upon. The salvation message of repentance, water baptism and the receiving (anointing) of the Holy Spirit gives us...

Fact Checking The Gospel

The world is full of fake news and fake gospels. We can't always fact check the news, but we can always fact check the salvation gospel and its content: by comparing the Bible with the works God is doing with his people.

Parables For The End Of Time

The response by Jesus to the questions asked by His disciples regarding the signs of the end times.

The Church Is A Family Pt2

Part 2. It should not be surprising that the church of God is structured on the same principles as the family unit. Almost all the benefits and challenges of a family are also part of church life. The Bible offers some wonderful insight.

Comfort 4 of 4 John The Baptist

On the 6th September 2020 Pas Brad Smith gave a talk titled Turning Failure Into Great Comfort. The notes are available from the resources tab of our website. This talk is a more detailed summary of the benefits gained by John The Baptist for the Spiritfilled saints of this time.

The Church Is A Family

It should not be suprising that the church of God is structured on the same principles as the family unit. Almost all the benefits and challenges of a family are also part of church life. The Bible offers some wonderful insight.

Comfort 3 of 4 Phineas

On the 6th September 2020 Pas Brad Smith gave a talk titled Turning Failure Into Great Comfort. The notes are available from the resources tab of our website. This talk is a more detailed summary of the benefits gained by Phineas for the Spiritfilled saints of this time.

The Gift Of God

God has a special gift for mankind, His Holy Spirit. It is the most precious present anyone can receive. Listen to the blessings that follow on from this amazing expression of God's love.

Trust With What You Do

Comfort 2 of 4 David

On the 6th September 2020 Pas Brad Smith gave a talk titled Turning Failure Into Great Comfort. The notes are available from the resources tab of our website. This talk is a more detailed summary of the benefits gained by David for the Spiritfilled saints of this time.

A Tale Of Two Kings

The differences between King Saul and King David can teach us a lot about ourselves. Having good intentions and actually performing them require different approaches. Thus, the salvation and overcoming message in the bible, teaches us how to make better spiritual choices, because it shows us how to think, then how to act.

Bible Versions

A presentation on how the King James Bible came about, and why a slew of "new" bibles are contrary to Gods Word.

Comfort 1 of 4 Abraham

On the 6th September 2020 Pas Brad Smith gave a talk titled Turning Failure Into Great Comfort. The notes are available from the resources tab of our website. This talk is a more detailed summary of the benefits gained by Abraham for the Spiritfilled saints of this time.

Righteousness Justice Steadfast Mercifull Love

The scriptures instruct us that we should know and understand God. Whilst there are many aspects of God's nature that are made clear in the Word, this talk focuses on righteousness, justice and steadfast merciful love. These attributes are described together a number of times in the Old Testament, and correlate with many instructions in the New Testament. There are significant implications for us here and now, whether or not we are already Spirit filled.