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Billy Hanna looks at the familiar story of the Good Samaritan and shows how Jesus shifts our focus from asking “Who is my neighbour?” to asking “How can I be a neighbour?” Billy shows that loving our neighbour means being willing to cross boundaries of comfort, culture and convenience to show mercy to those God puts in our path. This kind of love doesn’t earn our salvation; instead, it flows from the gospel, because Jesus first became the ultimate neighbour to us, giving His life to rescue us and bring us new life. As people who have received that grace, we’re called to love others not for our own gain, but because Christ has loved us, looking for practical ways to care for and serve those around us. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 1st of November 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Gary Leslie examines how God works through evil, bringing repentance, forgiveness, reconciliation, and ultimately deliverance according to His purposes. Gary traces Joseph’s brothers from guilt and brokenness to repentance and restoration, showing us how God’s providence turns intended evil towards His good purposes. As Joseph’s story points forward to Christ, we see a God who remains sovereign over both the small details and the sweeping movements of history, bringing deliverance and displaying His glory. We are encouraged to trust God’s purposes, get our hearts right with Him, and live with purpose and passion in a perplexing world. This is part 3 of 3 of a series titled "Purpose & Passion in a Perplexing World". Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 25th of October 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Isaac Pettersen unpacks Jesus’ sending of the 72, showing how its enduring principles shape the way we live and share the good news today. Isaac highlights four principles for following Jesus faithfully: pray rather than relying on our own efforts, be people of peace, give and receive generously, and stay focused on the mission. We are encouraged not to simply replicate the disciples’ specific instructions, but to recognise the timeless call to trust God, leave outcomes in His hands, welcome others, and keep the good news of Jesus central. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 18th of October 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Jeff Samuel examines what it truly means to follow Jesus, showing that discipleship requires more than belief—it calls us to wholehearted commitment. Jeff considers three encounters Jesus has with would-be disciples, highlighting the need to count the cost, surrender without delay, and stop looking back. We are encouraged to examine what may be holding us back from following Christ wholeheartedly, whether misplaced priorities, hesitation, or divided loyalty. Ultimately, Jesus’ call is clear: deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow Him, trusting Him regardless of what that may cost us. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 11th of October 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Gavin Lynch highlights the value of our time, calling us to avoid fruitless arguments and use our lives for what glorifies God. Gavin examines Paul’s final instructions to Titus, encouraging us to protect the unity of the church, respond wisely to divisiveness, and avoid arguments that distract us from fruitful ministry. We are encouraged to support those who serve the Lord, meet the needs of others, and demonstrate our faith through good works, love, and practical care. In using our time wisely to serve one another, we become a fruitful witness that points others towards God and brings Him glory. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 20th of September 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Billy Hanna reminds us that following Christ means living faithfully within a broken world, not withdrawing from it or simply condemning it. Billy explains how the gospel transforms the way we relate to our governments, neighbours, workplaces, and wider community. As we remember the mercy and grace God has shown us, we are called to humility, gentleness, courtesy, obedience, and a readiness to do good. Our lives should reflect the practical love of Christ, meeting both physical and spiritual needs, so that we can display the gospel to those around us and contribute to the flourishing of our society. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 6th of September 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Avi Seneviratne reveals how God’s grace saves us, transforms us, and gives us confident hope for Christ’s return. Avi explains that God’s grace is not only the means of our salvation but also the power that trains us to live godly lives. As we consider Christ’s sacrifice, redemption, and promise to return in glory, we are encouraged to renounce ungodliness, pursue holiness, and allow the Holy Spirit to shape our everyday choices. Our hope in Christ’s coming should give us confidence, purpose, and a desire to make the gospel visible through lives marked by good works, faithful obedience, and joyful service. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 30th of August 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Peter Sun shows how our everyday work can become an expression of faith, shaping our character and testimony before others. Peter explores how work is a spiritual activity in which we ultimately serve Christ, not merely our earthly employers. As we carry out our responsibilities faithfully, sincerely, and graciously, we are called to hold the tension between remaining engaged in our workplaces and refusing to compromise our allegiance to Christ. He also reminds us that our ultimate reward comes from the Lord, giving us reason to work diligently whether or not others are watching. As we recognise Christ as our highest authority and work for Him, our conduct can adorn the doctrine of God and make our work an expression of worship. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 23rd of August 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Steve Griffiths reminds us that sound doctrine is not merely something we believe—it is truth that shapes how we live. Steve looks at how sound doctrine should produce godly, self-controlled lives within every part of the church community. As we consider Paul’s instructions to older men, older women, younger women and younger men, we are reminded that our faith and conduct must remain in harmony. Steve highlights the importance of spiritual maturity, godly relationships, integrity and being good examples to others, showing us that the gospel should be visible in the way we live. In a society facing many of the same moral and spiritual pressures as Crete, we are encouraged to hold firmly to the truth, examine our lives and faithfully reflect Christ to those around us. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 16th of August 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Dan Pettersen highlights how easily our culture can shape us without us even realising it, calling us to examine what truly guides our lives. Dan explores the ungodly influences within Cretan culture and the danger of false teaching, showing us why we must remain grounded in God’s trustworthy Word. As we consider how our own culture can subtly shape what we believe and how we behave, we’re encouraged to examine our lives, pursue repentance and allow Christ to transform us. The message reminds us that what we believe should shape how we live, so that our behaviour reflects Christ and brings godly change to our lives and communities. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 9th of August 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Jeff Samuel explains how God's design for church leadership brings strength, protection, and spiritual maturity to His people. Jeff explores Paul's instructions to Titus about appointing qualified elders, highlighting the character, responsibility, and biblical role of those entrusted with leading the church. We are encouraged to appreciate faithful elders who model godly lives, uphold sound doctrine, and lovingly care for God's people, while also taking personal responsibility to grow beyond the foundations of our faith into spiritual maturity through a deeper understanding of God's Word. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 2nd of August 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Billy Hanna highlights how the church can make a lasting impact in a broken world by holding firmly to truth and living with unshakeable hope. Billy introduces this message from Titus by explaining Paul’s purpose for the church in a culture far from God. He shows us that genuine faith is grounded in the truth of the gospel and expressed through lives marked by godliness. As we consider Paul’s words, we are encouraged to remain committed to God’s truth, to let the gospel shape both our beliefs and actions, and to stand steadfast in the hope of eternal life. Billy reminds us that real transformation comes not through human solutions but through the saving message of Jesus Christ, which continues to bring hope and change to a needy world. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 26th of July 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Jeslyn George reminds us that when God's purposes seem unclear, true greatness and faithful service are often found in the most unexpected places. Jeslyn explores three counter-cultural instructions Jesus gave His disciples, revealing how God's ways often differ radically from human expectations. As we reflect on the disciples' struggle to understand Christ's path to the cross, we are encouraged to trust God's plan even when it does not make sense. Through Jesus' teaching on humility and service, and His call to reject exclusivity in ministry, this message challenges us to embrace faith, humility, and unity as we follow Christ's example. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 28th of June 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Lewis Varley reveals a breathtaking glimpse of Jesus’ glory and power, showing how God meets us in our weakness, confusion, and need. Lewis explores the transfiguration and the healing of a boy with a demonic spirit, showing how the true identity of Jesus breaks through in the midst of human frailty. As we see the disciples’ confusion, Peter’s misunderstanding, and a desperate father’s struggle, we are reminded that God’s glory is revealed not through human strength but through Christ’s saving mission. This message highlights Jesus’ “exodus” through His death and resurrection, His victory over sin and evil, and the Father’s call for us to listen to His Son. As we fix our eyes on Christ, we are encouraged to glorify God, enjoy fellowship with Him, and trust His power even when we feel tired, failing, or struggling to believe. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 21st of June 2026 during the 10:00 am service.

Shane Wildermoth shows how the Transfiguration reveals the true glory of Christ and why seeing Jesus clearly changes everything about how we live and believe. Shane reminds us that amidst life’s distractions, struggles, and competing voices, we need to see Jesus clearly as the glorious Son of God, Lord of all, and Saviour of the world. Drawing from the account of the Transfiguration, he highlights how Christ fulfils God’s purposes revealed throughout Scripture, offers the hope of eternal life, and demonstrates His authority over both glory and suffering. As we reflect on Jesus’ identity and power, this message encourages us to trust Him more deeply, hold fast to Him through every circumstance, and respond with worship, surrender, and obedience. Recorded at the Hukanui Bible Church morning service on Sunday the 14th of June 2026 during the 10:00 am service.