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Pastor David Schembri opens our short series, The Church, exploring Romans 12 and how we are called to live as the body of Christ—loving one another, serving faithfully and using our gifts to build up the church. Listen in and be encouraged to put your faith into action, discovering the part you have to play in the body of Christ.

This week on the Newlife Coomera Podcast, Ps David Schembri continues our journey through 1 Corinthians, teaching from chapter 6 and the beginning of chapter 7. In “Your Body Is Not Your Own,” David explores Paul’s teaching on how belonging to Christ transforms the way we understand our bodies, relationships and sexuality. We have been bought at a price, and therefore our whole lives—including our bodies—belong to Jesus. Join us for this challenging and deeply practical message as we discover what it means to honour God with our whole lives and live fully surrendered to Jesus. 1 Corinthians 6–7 | Ps David Schembri

1 Corinthians 5:1–13 | Ps Megan Jung This week on the Newlife Coomera Podcast, Ps Megan Jung from Newlife Robina teaches from 1 Corinthians 5:1–13. Paul challenges the church to take sin seriously—not from judgement, but from genuine love. Megan explores three truths from the passage: tolerance isn’t love, sin spreads and silence is dangerous, and real love speaks the truth. We are called to be a community shaped by both grace and truth, lovingly pointing one another back to Jesus as we become more people, more like Jesus.

1 Corinthians 3:1–23 || Bek Stevens This week on the Newlife Coomera Podcast, Bek Stevens continues our journey through 1 Corinthians, teaching from 1 Corinthians 3:1–23. Paul challenges the Corinthian church to grow into spiritual maturity, confronting the jealousy, pride, and division that had taken root among them. He reminds us that while different people may plant and water, it is God who gives the growth. Bek unpacks what it means to build our lives and our church on the only true foundation—Jesus Christ. Rather than finding our identity in leaders, ministries, achievements, or ourselves, we are called to remember that we belong to Christ and that together we are God’s temple, with His Spirit dwelling among us.

Sitting at the Feet of Jesus | Luke 10:38–42 | Rev. Ralph Mayhew This week on the Newlife Coomera Podcast, we are joined by guest minister Rev. Ralph Mayhew, preaching from Luke 10:38–42 and the story of Mary and Martha. In the busyness and demands of life, it can be easy to become distracted by everything that needs to be done—even good things. Yet Jesus invites us into something deeper: to slow down, sit at His feet, and be present with Him. Through this message, Ralph encourages us to consider what has captured our attention and reminds us that before our activity for Jesus comes our relationship with Jesus. Like Mary, may we learn to choose what is better—to sit at the feet of Jesus, listen to His voice, and make His presence our priority.

Christ Alone | 1 Corinthians 1:10–17 | Bek Stevens This week on the Newlife Podcast, Bek Stevens continues our 1 Corinthians series by unpacking 1 Corinthians 1:10–17. Paul confronts the divisions that had begun to form within the church as people aligned themselves with different leaders rather than with Christ. His call is clear: our faith is in Christ alone. We are not called to use Jesus' name to elevate ourselves, our preferences, or our allegiances above others. Instead, we are united by the gospel and find our identity together in Him. Bek also explores how subtly pride can creep into our hearts. We can begin to elevate ourselves above our brothers and sisters in Christ, believing our convictions, ministries, leaders, or preferences make us superior. At the same time, we often idolise things that are inherently good—leaders, traditions, theology, spiritual gifts, or ministries—and allow them to take the place that belongs to Christ alone. When good things become ultimate things, pride grows, unity is fractured, and division follows. Join us as we discover the freedom of fixing our eyes on Jesus, cultivating humility, and becoming a church united by the cross rather than divided by our idols.

The Wisdom of the Cross | 1 Corinthians 1:18–31; 2:1–5 | Rev. Michael Hands This week on the Newlife Podcast, Rev. Michael Hands continues our journey through 1 Corinthians, exploring 1 Corinthians 1:18–31 and 2:1–5. In a world that prizes human wisdom, success, and strength, Paul points us to the surprising power of the gospel. The message of the cross may seem foolish by the world's standards, yet it is the very wisdom and power of God for those who believe. Join us as we discover why the Christian life is built not on impressive words or human ability, but on the power of God revealed through Christ crucified.

Identity in Christ | 1 Corinthians 1:1–9 | Bek Stevens What shapes your identity? In the opening message of our new 1 Corinthians series, Bek Stevens unpacks 1 Corinthians 1:1–9, where Paul reminds the church that their identity is rooted not in their performance, past, or circumstances, but in the grace and faithfulness of God. Before addressing the challenges facing the Corinthian church, Paul first points them to who they are in Christ—called, sanctified, and equipped by God's grace. This message invites us to rediscover our true identity and live with confidence in the One who is faithful to complete what He has begun.

In Week 3 of our Gather series, Bek Stevens is joined by Luke Brooker and Kara Lawlor as they share their powerful testimonies of coming to faith in Jesus Christ. Their stories are a reminder that the gospel is still transforming lives and that every follower of Jesus has a part to play in His mission. As we reflect on God's pursuit of people, we're challenged to live with courage, boldly share our faith, and embrace Jesus' call to gather the lost. Be encouraged, inspired, and equipped to be part of God's work of reaching those who are far from Him.

Gather The Lost – Week 2 | Matthew 28:18 | Bek Stevens In Week 2 of our Gather The Lost series, Bek Stevens unpacks Matthew 28:18, where Jesus declares, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me." Before Jesus sends His followers to make disciples, He reminds them that the mission begins with His authority—not our ability. Discover how the Great Commission is grounded in the victory, power, and presence of Christ, giving every believer confidence to step out and gather the lost.

Gather the Lost | Week 1: The Lost Sheep & The Lost CoinLuke 15:1–10 | Ps David Schembri Jesus came to seek and save the lost. In the opening week of our new Gather the Lost series, Ps David Schembri explores the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin in Luke 15:1–10. Together we'll discover the heart of God that relentlessly pursues those who are far from Him, the joy of heaven when one person is found, and the invitation for every believer to join Jesus in His mission of gathering the lost. Whether you're searching for hope or looking to grow in God's heart for people, this message will encourage and challenge you to live on mission.

This week we conclude our I AM series with The Word of Life, reflecting on 1 John 1:1–10. Throughout this series, we've explored the many ways Jesus revealed His identity, and we finish by being reminded that Jesus is not simply someone to learn about, but the One who invites us into a life of genuine relationship with Him. Join Ps David Schembri as we unpack what it means to walk in the light, experience true fellowship with God and one another, and live in the freedom that comes through Christ's forgiveness. Key Scripture: 1 John 1:3 – “We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ.” As we close this series, may we continue to live with a deeper understanding of who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him every day.

This week in our I AM series, Ps David Schembri unpacks Jesus' powerful declaration, “I am the true vine.” Through John 15:1–17, we're reminded that a flourishing life isn't found in striving harder, but in staying connected to Jesus. As we learn what it means to abide in Him, we discover that lasting fruitfulness, purpose, and transformation flow from a life rooted in His presence.

This week in our I AM series, Ps Bek Stevens explores one of Jesus’ most profound declarations: “I am the way, the truth, and the life” from John 14:6. In a world full of competing voices, shifting truths, and countless paths, Jesus makes a bold claim—not that He shows the way, but that He is the way. Join us as we unpack what it means to follow Christ as the source of truth, the path to the Father, and the giver of abundant life.

This week in our I AM series, Ps David Schembri explores Jesus’ declaration, “I am the resurrection and the life” from John 11:17–35. Through the story of Lazarus, we see a Saviour who enters into our grief, meets us in our waiting, and calls us to place our trust in Him. Discover how Jesus brings hope in the midst of loss and reveals His power over death, both now and for eternity.