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In this episode of Beyond the Message, Pastor Aiden Wivell sits down with Michael Rhodes, author of Reimagining Biblical Politics, to explore what it means to follow Jesus in public life — and whether Christians can genuinely disagree about politics. They unpack political discipleship, what it means to put “Jesus is Lord” at the centre, and how Christians can approach elections and political issues through the lenses of justice, flourishing, allegiance to Christ, and sacrificial love. This is a thoughtful conversation about faith, politics, disagreement and what it looks like to follow Jesus in public life. Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week we continue our Political Disciples series with guest preacher Michael Rhodes, author of Reimagining Biblical Politics. Michael explores the Bible’s central political message: Jesus is Lord, exploring what it looks like to live as citizens of Jesus’ kingdom—as an “outpost” that embodies His way of life, and as “pilgrims” who faithfully engage with the world around us. As followers of Jesus, how might our allegiance to Him shape the way we live, serve our communities and participate in public life?

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Grant Harris unpack the first sermon in our Political Disciples series, exploring what it looks like to be Following Jesus in Public Life.  Together, they explore what it means to follow Jesus beyond the ballot box — from seeking the shalom of our communities to living faithfully in our workplaces, leadership and wider public life. They also tackle questions of God’s sovereignty, influence and what success really looks like for Christians in the public sphere. Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week Pastor Grant Harris launches our new series, Political Disciples: Following Jesus in Public Life. Looking at Jeremiah 29:4–11, we’ll explore who is shaping our politics and what it looks like to follow Jesus faithfully in public life — seeking the shalom of our city as citizens of God’s Kingdom.

This week on Beyond the Message, we invite Josh and Julea (two of our young adults) to join us as we reflect on John Tucker’s sermon on idolatry, exploring the everyday things that can quietly take centre stage in our lives.  This episode is a one-off outside of our usual series, but we hope this honest conversation challenges us to consider what we’re really putting at the centre of our lives—and whether we’re making room for Jesus to be there. Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week we welcome John Tucker as our guest preacher, bringing us a message from 1 Kings 18:16–46, titled: When False Gods Fail. Join us as we journey to the dramatic showdown on Mount Carmel, where Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal and calls God’s people back to wholehearted worship. Together, we’ll explore the false gods we can give our allegiance to today and ask where our own allegiances truly lie.

This Sunday, guest speaker Christoph Zintl challenges us to rethink healthy masculinity and what it means to be strong in a culture where many men feel the pressure to be stoic and self-sufficient.  Drawing from his experience as a prison chaplain and Jesus’ words in Matthew 22, Christoph explores the importance of courage, vulnerability and Christ-centred relationships — reminding us that following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey.

On this episode of Beyond the Message, Jess Harris is joined by Pastor Aidan Wivell to reflect on Grant Harris’ message from Luke 19, When the King Arrives.  Together they explore the danger of becoming so familiar with Jesus that we stop noticing him, and the difference between knowing Jesus as Saviour and recognising Him as King. They also unpack how our understanding of Jesus grows through Scripture and different cultural perspectives, answer a listener’s question about understanding Jesus’ parables, and preview our upcoming Political Disciples series — exploring what it means to follow Jesus not just privately, but in the world around us.  Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week, Pastor Grant Harris wraps up Part 2 of our King & Kingdom Come series as we journey through Luke 19:11–44 with a message titled When The King Arrives, Our Response Matters. As Jesus arrives at the gates of Jerusalem, we’re confronted with the question that has echoed throughout Luke’s Gospel: Do we recognise who Jesus really is? Jesus comes as King on His terms, not ours, and our response to Him matters. While we live in the “until He comes” years, we’re called to faithfully steward what He has entrusted to us, recognise the King who came, and look forward to the day He comes again in glory.

In this episode of Beyond the Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell unpack Mikayla Claasen's message from Luke 18 and explore what spiritual maturity really looks like. Rather than growing out of our dependence on Jesus, we discover what it means to grow deeper into grace—and move from asking “How am I doing?” to “How am I loving, serving and giving myself away?” We also look at Zacchaeus and what happens when an encounter with Jesus leads to a transformed life. Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week, Mikayla Claasen continues our King & Kingdom Come series as we journey through Luke 18:9–43 with a message titled Have Mercy on Me. Through the Pharisee, the children, the rich ruler and the blind man, we’re reminded that we never outgrow our need for God’s grace. The kingdom isn’t something we earn through our strength or performance, but something we receive with humility, dependence and open hands. Spiritual maturity isn’t becoming increasingly self-sufficient, but growing in confidence that God’s grace is enough for us, moment by moment.

In this episode of Beyond the Message, Pastors Aiden Wivell and Pastor Caleb Finlayson unpack last weeks message from Luke 17–18, exploring God’s kingdom, Jesus’ return, and the power of persistent prayer. They discuss the kingdom as “now but not yet” and why, rather than predicting the end times, we’re called to live faithfully and stay close to Jesus. They also explore the Parable of the Persistent Widow, highlighting how persistent prayer draws us into relationship with a loving God. Prayer is more than asking—it includes thanksgiving, confession, worship, listening and simply being with God. Ultimately, the conversation asks: Are we listening to Jesus, living faithfully, and participating in God’s kingdom here and now? Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week, Pastor Caleb Finlayson continues our King & Kingdom Come series with a message titled Focus, exploring Luke 17:20–18:8. Together, we’ll unpack how Jesus challenges us to consider where our attention is fixed, reminding us that the Kingdom of God is already present and at work among us. Rather than becoming distracted by the ordinary rhythms of life or consumed with trying to predict the future, Jesus invites us to remain faithful, attentive and ready for his return. Through the story of the persistent widow, we’ll discover how prayer continually turns our focus back towards Jesus and gives us strength to persevere in faith.

This Sunday, we celebrate Windsor Park LifeCare Trust with a message from Pastor Grant Harris titled, The Kingdom of God Among Us.  Joined by several of our LifeCare Trust ministry leaders, Grant will explore how the themes of our King & Kingdom Come series are lived out in practical and life-changing ways through the ministries of the Trust. Together, we'll honour the remarkable contribution of Sarah Clark, give thanks for the strong foundations that have been laid, celebrate the impact God is making today, and be inspired to prayerfully consider how the Holy Spirit is inviting each of us to participate in God's kingdom by loving and serving the "ones" Jesus calls us to care for.

In this episode of Beyond the Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Grant Harris revisit Luke 17, exploring the passages that didn't make it into Sunday's sermon and why preachers sometimes skip sections of Scripture. Together, they discuss Jesus' teachings on gratitude, forgiveness and accountability; unpack why biblical context matters; and explain how exegetical preaching helps us understand God's Word as it was intended. Along the way, they share practical insights on cultivating thankfulness and faithfully following Jesus in everyday life. Whether you're reflecting on Sunday's message or curious about the verses that were left out, this conversation will encourage you to read Scripture more deeply and grow in your walk with Christ. Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.