Life Church - Roma

👑 What happens when a king who started so well ends up listening to all the wrong people?In A Royal Tragedy, Pastor Shane walks through the rise and fall of Joash, the boy who became king of Judah at just seven years old. Mentored by his uncle, the priest, Joash led a nation into prosperity. But when that trusted voice was gone, everything unravelled with shocking speed. 💔This message gets to the heart of one of Life Church's longest-held values: everyone's following someone, and everyone's taking someone with them. 🤝 The voices closest to us shape the trajectory of our lives more than almost anything else, so who are you listening to?A challenging, honest look at discipleship, mentorship, and why you can never lead if you've forgotten how to follow. 🙌📖 Scripture References2 Chronicles 22–24 (the story of Joash)2 Chronicles 24:1–22 Chronicles 24:62 Chronicles 24:17–22Matthew 28:18–20 (the Great Commission)John 6:38

🌱 What does a truly fruitful life look like? Guest speaker Pastor Dan Neilsen brings a stirring word to Life Church Roma, sharing a vision of revival spreading across regional Australia and calling us into a season of new growth, new life and lasting fruit.Centred on the picture of the vine and the branches, Pastor Dan shares five practical keys to becoming fruitful like Jesus: putting down deep roots in God, pulling out the weeds of wrong thinking, cooperating with God's pruning, surrounding yourself with fruit-filled people, and growing a heart that's quick to repent. 🍇An encouraging, faith-building message for anyone wanting 2026 to be their most fruitful year yet. 🔥📖 Scripture ReferencesGalatians 5:221 Corinthians 13:1-2Matthew 12:33John 15:5Psalm 119:11Hebrews 12:12 Corinthians 10:5John 10:10Philippians 4:8Proverbs 29:18Isaiah 53:5Proverbs 22:6Philippians 4:13Romans 8:37John 14:6John 16:33John 15:1-2James 1:2-3Jeremiah 29:11Psalm 30:5Proverbs 12:262 Corinthians 6:14Proverbs 4:23Psalm 139:23-24Proverbs 18:24Revelation 3:20

How to Kill Your Giants 🗡️Giants come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes it's a problem that feels impossible to overcome. Sometimes it's the weight of doing everything right but still feeling stuck. Whatever your giant looks like, there's a blueprint for defeating it.In Micah's first preaching message, he takes us into the story of David and Goliath, not as a childhood favourite, but as a masterclass in giant-slaying. 🙌 Drawing from the greatest commandment in Mark 12, Micah breaks down how loving God with your whole heart, soul, mind and strength isn't a Sunday school answer, it's a battle strategy.The victory was never about the size of the warrior. It was always about the size of the God behind him. 🔥📖 Scriptures Referenced1 Samuel 17 — David and Goliath1 Samuel 17:45–47 — David's declaration before the battleMark 12:29–31 — The greatest commandmentDeuteronomy 6:4–5 — Hear O Israel / the Shema (quoted by Jesus in Mark 12)

🔥 What makes a Pentecostal church distinct — and why does it matter? In this Pentecost Sunday message, Pastor Shane unpacks the ancient roots of Pentecost, tracing it all the way back to Mount Sinai, through the Upper Room, and into the lives of believers today. From the three baptisms outlined in Scripture to the moment everything changed for Peter in Acts 2, this message asks a bold question: have you received the baptism of the Holy Spirit? 💨 Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this one will stir something in you.📖 Scripture ReferencesJohn 14:15–17John 16:7Acts 2:1–4Matthew 3:11Matthew 28:18–20Luke 24 (Jesus promises the Holy Spirit)Luke 11:9–13John 20:30–31John 21:1–3Acts 19:2, 5–61 Corinthians 12:12–13John 15:26 (Amplified)

What if the greatest leaders in the Bible all had one secret in common? 🏕️In this message, Pastor Shane takes us to Exodus 33 and reveals the practice that set Moses and Joshua apart from everyone else. While Moses spoke with God face to face, young Joshua lingered in the tent of meeting, soaking in God's presence long after others had left. This wasn't a side note in their story. It was the foundation of everything they accomplished.Pastor Shane weaves Joshua's lingering, David's worship, and the disciples' transformation in the upper room into one powerful truth: time spent in God's presence prepares us for battles we haven't yet faced. He also shares a remarkable moment from Downpour Youth Camp involving a young person, a dark valley, and a banana that could only have come from God. 🍌If you've ever wondered why some people carry a deep, unshakeable peace through life's hardest seasons, this message holds the answer. ✨Scripture References:Exodus 33:7-11Acts 4:8-13John 20-21Psalm 72:6-7

What does it take to break free from chaos and find lasting peace? 🌿Pastor Shane takes us back to the time of the judges, when God's people kept falling into a cycle of idolatry, oppression, and rescue 🔄 Sound familiar?Enter Deborah ⚔️ a mother, prophet, judge, and one of Israel's most respected leaders. Through her story, we discover three powerful principles:✨ Empowering leadership lifts others into their calling🛣️ Staying in your lane lets you do your best work🙌 Obedience unleashes the supernatural power of GodWhen Israel marched out in faith against 900 iron chariots, the rain god himself was defeated by rain ☔ If you're surrounded by "iron chariots" this week, this message is for you.Scripture References:📖 Judges 4:1–16📖 Judges 5:1–5📖 Matthew 22:36–40📖 1 Samuel 17:29📖 Hebrews 11:6

Ever felt completely out of place? Like you're stuck in a season that doesn't match who you're called to be? Kenny opens up 1 Samuel 24 and walks us through one of the rawest moments in David's life, hiding in a cave, on the run from Saul for years, with a real chance to end it all. But instead of taking matters into his own hands, David chose something harder: trust.Three truths to hold onto this week:✨ Your position doesn't define you, your purpose does✨ Your purpose will be tested in the place that feels least like it✨ Often in the least place is where you'll recognise His face 🙏Whether you're in a cave season or standing on a mountaintop, God hasn't lost sight of you. Press play and be reminded that when life feels out of place, the answer is to fix your eyes on His face. 🎧❤️📖 Scripture References 1 Samuel 24:1-81 Samuel 24:41 Samuel 24:61 Samuel 24:20Romans 7:15 (paraphrased)

❤️‍🔥 What does it really mean to have a heart after God?In part two of this series, Pastor Shane digs into the life of David to uncover the marks of someone whose heart is fully fixed on God. Looking past the Sunday school version of the shepherd boy with a slingshot, we discover a warrior, a worshipper, and a flawed human being who kept coming back to the One he loved.🛡️ Pastor Shane walks us through three defining characteristics of David's heart: absolute faith and dependence on God, a deep love for God's Word, and an extraordinary passion for God's presence, both personal and corporate. From the showdown with Goliath to the devastation at Ziklag, David's life shows us what happens when we stop relying on our own strength and start trusting God to come through.🎶 You'll also hear the staggering lengths David went to so that worship could remain at the centre of his kingdom, and why that same passion is an invitation for us today.Where in your life is God being given room to come through? Press play and find out. 🙏

Easter is the best day. Full stop. 🙌This Easter, Youth Pastor Riley from King's Church on the Gold Coast brings a message about what it actually means that Jesus rose again, not just as history, but as resurrection power available to you right now.Because He lives, you're saved and accepted. Restored and redeemed. And recommissioned for a purpose bigger than you think.Come on. 🔥Romans 8:11 | John 21:15–17 | 2 Corinthians 5:17–21 | Luke 4:18

Most of us just get on with it, show up, serve, give, invite a mate without stopping to think about whether any of it is making a difference.This one is a celebration. Clips from people whose lives look completely different because of a country town church that kept showing up. A teenager who's now pastoring her own church. A couple heading to Thailand as missionaries. Fifty-two kids across seven nations waking up with hope. Ten baptisms this Easter Sunday in a church plant that traces back to one generous decision.Obedience is a doing response. Hearing doesn't mean growing. You reap what you sow.Because of you. It 100% matters what you do.

When God's Word Becomes Your IdentityPreached by Pastor Jomar | Life Church RomaIs God's Word something you know, or something you live? 🙏In this powerful message, Pastor Jomar takes us into James 1:22–25 and unpacks what it truly means to let Scripture shape who we are. Drawing on his years of Bible college training and pastoral experience, he challenges us to move beyond being hearers of the Word and become genuine doers. 📖Through three practical truths (Receive the Word, Reflect on the Word, and Respond to the Word) Pastor Jomar reminds us that spiritual growth isn't built on inspiration alone, but on consistency and obedience. As he puts it: "The goal of God's Word is not information, it is transformation."When God's Word becomes our identity, our life becomes the sermon. ✨📖 Scriptures ReferencedPsalm 78:10–11 · God's people forgot His covenant and the wonders He had donePsalm 78:17–18 · They kept sinning and tested God in the desertPsalm 78:32 · Despite His wonders, the people refused to trust HimPsalm 78:41 · Again and again they tested God's patienceJeremiah 31:33 · "I will put my instructions deep within them, and I will write them on their hearts"James 1:22–25 · Be doers of the Word, not merely hearersMatthew 7:24–27 · The wise and foolish builders (the parable of the two foundations)Hebrews 4:12 · The Word of God is alive and active, sharper than any two-edged swordJohn 8:31 · "If you continue in my Word, then you are truly my disciples"Luke 6:46 · "Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and do not do what I say?"

Here's something that doesn't get talked about enough. Being saved and actually going somewhere with it are two very different things. Because if righteousness is just handed to you at salvation, why does Paul tell Timothy to pursue it? That's not a small question. This week Shane works through the difference between being justified and actually living it out. Sanctification, spiritual disciplines, why your life today is a direct result of your choices. It's part three of a series, but it stands on its own. This isn't about being perfect. It's about trajectory. And if someone in your world is asking the bigger questions right now, send it their way.

What if grace is far bigger than you've ever imagined? Pastor Shane takes us deeper into the often misunderstood relationship between grace, faith, and works — and why the early church never saw them as separate things at all.Drawing from the Book of James, the Sermon on the Mount, and the powerful story of the woman caught in adultery, Pastor Shane challenges us to move beyond seeing grace as simply a "get out of jail free card" 🃏 and into the fullness of what Jesus actually offers us, the supernatural ability to live a life of real purpose."Grace is the ability to go places you can't without Jesus." ✨Don't stop at "I don't condemn you." There's so much more. 💛📖 Scriptures Referenced2 Corinthians 5:212 Peter 3:17–18James 2:17James 2:21–241 Peter 2:1–2John 8:11

If we are saved by grace, does what we do still matter? 🤔In this message, Pastor Shane unpacks a biblical tension that Christians have wrestled with for centuries — grace and law, faith and works, salvation and fruit.Looking at the lives of King Saul and King David, we see two men who both received grace… but whose lives ended very differently. Why? Because everything we do has repercussions — in the physical and the spiritual realm.Grace is a free gift 🎁 — but it is not an excuse for complacency. The fruit of grace is revealed in how we live.Listen in as we begin to explore one of the most important biblical concepts for every believer to understand.📖 Scriptures ReferencedGalatians 4:7Ephesians 2:8–9Matthew 19:17John 3:16Luke 10:27–28Matthew 5:10Matthew 3:8Philippians 1:112 Corinthians 9:6Proverbs 19:7Proverbs 11:25Luke 6:38Deuteronomy 15:10Romans 3:23

Love isn’t always soft. Sometimes it wears a crown of thorns. 👑In this sermon, Kenny takes us to the moment Jesus was mocked and crowned with thorns, revealing a love that is not self-centred, but sacrificial and purposeful. ✝️What if real love isn’t about how it makes us feel, but about what it’s willing to give? What if the standard of love isn’t defined by culture, but by Christ?Through Matthew 27 and 1 Corinthians 13, we’re reminded that love includes us, but does not revolve around us. It carries cost. It requires sacrifice. And its purpose is always bigger than ourselves.In a world that says “prioritise you,” this message calls us back to a love that endures, overflows, and reflects Jesus — the love that wears a crown. ❤️📖 Scriptures ReferencedMatthew 27:27–291 Corinthians 13:4–7 (NLT)John 16:21Luke 6:32–35

What legacy are we really building? 👑In this message, Pastor Shane unpacks where Israel’s kings began and what went wrong when God’s people decided they wanted to be “like everyone else.” Through the lives of Saul, David and Samuel, we’re challenged to think like royalty — chosen, set apart and focused on the King.This sermon moves from history to heart, asking a powerful question:What are we sowing into the next generation?Because at the end of the day… it might be your kids who choose your nursing home. 😉A challenging and practical message about obedience, legacy, leadership and personal accountability.📖 Scriptures Referenced1 Peter 2:91 Samuel 8:1–22Matthew 7:3–5 Hebrews 10:25

Choices of Kings challenges us to rethink how we live when we truly understand who God says we are. 👑In this sermon, Pastor Shane explores what it means to be a royal priesthood and how a transformed mindset leads to transformed choices. Drawing from Scripture, history, and practical faith, we’re reminded that kings don’t live for personal preference but for the benefit of others and for eternal significance.This message invites us to step away from ordinary thinking, embrace our calling, and make choices that reflect a life set apart for God. ✨📖 Scriptures Referenced in This Sermon1 Peter 2:9Romans 12:21 Kings 3:5, 7, 9–142 Corinthians 11:27Luke 5:35Mark 9 (referenced in teaching on prayer and fasting)

🎙️ The Power of the Good SamaritanIn this message, Pastor Dan Gill unpacks one of Jesus’ most confronting and practical parables. What does it really mean to love your neighbour, and who is your neighbour anyway? 🤔Through the story of the Good Samaritan, we’re challenged to move beyond comfort, convenience, and minimum effort, and instead live with compassion, courage, and sacrificial love. This sermon invites us to rethink how we see the people around us and how faith is lived out in everyday moments. ❤️‍🔥A timely reminder that loving like Jesus often looks costly, risky, and deeply counter-cultural, but it is exactly what we are called to do.📖 Scriptures referencedLuke 10:25–42Luke 10:27Matthew 22:36–40Matthew 5:43–44

🎙️ So Send I YouWayne DWhat does it look like to say “yes” to God when the call feels costly, uncertain, or overdue? 🌍🔥In this powerful and deeply personal message, Wayne D shares stories from decades of missionary life in the Philippines, moments of fear and faith, miracles of healing, and the quiet but confronting question Jesus still asks today: Why have you been standing here all day?This sermon is a call to trust God in the storm, to step out even in the eleventh hour, and to believe that an obedient “yes” can change lives, communities, and nations. Whether you feel ready or not, this message reminds us that God is still sending, still calling, and still inviting ordinary people into extraordinary purpose. 🙏✨📖 Scriptures ReferencedMatthew 8:23–27Matthew 20:1–16Matthew 4:18–22Isaiah 6:8

🎙️ Start with Less of MeAs a new year begins, our natural instinct is to aim higher, be seen more, and do more. But what if the better starting point is actually less of us?In this message, Kenny unpacks the powerful words of John the Baptist: “He must become greater; I must become less.” This sermon challenges us to rethink success, pride, decision-making, and outcomes, inviting us to shift the centre of our lives back where it belongs.A timely reminder that when Christ becomes greater, our lives find clarity, purpose, and peace 🙏✨📖 Scriptures referencedJohn 3:25–30Matthew 6:33Matthew 6:3

In this message, Matt Starrs shares a powerful but often misunderstood truth about our faith: righteousness is not something we earn, it’s something we receive 🙌Using a surprising moment from the Garden of Gethsemane, Matt explores how easy it is to let others, or even ourselves, strip away our confidence in who we are in Christ. Through the stories of Paul, Peter, and the woman caught in adultery, we’re reminded that our righteousness is anchored in Jesus alone, not our performance, zeal, or good works.This sermon is a timely encouragement to hold firmly to what God has already given you and not let anyone steal your garment. 👕✨📖 Scriptures ReferencedMark 14:51–522 Corinthians 5:21Isaiah 61:10Isaiah 64:6Psalm 103:12Acts 9:1–19Matthew 25:31–46Acts 10:1–48Leviticus 11John 8:1–111 Corinthians 13:3Mark 16:5–7

In this Christmas message, Pastor Shane unpacks the powerful words that mark the very beginning of the Christmas story: “Fear not.”From the angels appearing to ordinary shepherds to the deeper fears we all carry today, this sermon explores why God chose the unlikely, the unworthy, and the overlooked to hear the greatest news of all.If you’ve ever felt inadequate, unloved, or not “good enough”, this message is a timely reminder that the game has completely changed. Christmas declares good news for everyone. 🙌✨No matter your past, your fears, or where you feel you stand, the message of Christmas is clear: Fear not. Jesus is for you.📖 Scriptures referenced• Luke 2:8–12• Romans 3:19–22

What if real change doesn’t require a massive overhaul, but one small, intentional shift? In this message, Pastor Col uses the picture of a guitar needing a tiny adjustment to unlock its full sound, reminding us that spiritual growth often works the same way. 🎸Through Jesus’ parable of the sower, we’re challenged to look honestly at the condition of our hearts 🌱. One of Pastor Col's highlights him discussing how paths are formed through repeated choices, distractions, and coping mechanisms, slowly hardening areas where God wants to bring life. This sermon invites us to make space for God in every part of our lives, not just the comfortable ones, and to stop chasing outcomes and instead pursue the face of Jesus ☀️.A timely encouragement for anyone longing to live the life Jesus promised, full, grounded, and growing.📖 Scriptures ReferencedJohn 10:10Ephesians 3:17–19Matthew 13:1–9Philippians 3:13–14Jeremiah 29:11Jeremiah 23:29

Are you curious about the title “Don’t Be the One or Be a Buffalo”? 🦬Take a listen as Pastor Shane talks about why he chose it and how it speaks straight into the way we live out our faith together.This message digs into 1 Peter 5 and the picture of the enemy prowling like a roaring lion, reminding us why isolation leaves us vulnerable and why strength is found in community. Pastor Shane shares practical wisdom about humility, unity and staying connected to the “mob” so we can live the wide-open, spacious life Jesus made possible. 🙏🔥A clear, uplifting challenge to stay planted, stay humble and stay together.📖 Scriptures Referenced• 1 Peter 5:6–9• John 17• Luke 15:4

This message from Pastor Shane digs into one of the most common lies we tell ourselves… “I didn’t have time”. He unpacks why that phrase holds us back and how shifting to “I prioritised something else” brings honesty, clarity and freedom.Using the well-known jar illustration, Pastor Shane shows what it means to put the big rocks into our lives first and build a faith-filled life with margin, purpose and real priorities.If you’re feeling stretched, busy or stuck in the sand and pebbles of life, this message will help you reset, refocus and choose what truly matters. 🪨💛✨📖 Scriptures ReferencedMatthew 6:212 Timothy 2:20–231 John 2:16Luke 12:34

In this message, Pastor Shane digs into what it really means to build margin in your life and why it matters for every follower of Jesus. He uses the simple picture of a farmer sowing seed to show that God multiplies what we plant, not what we hold onto. 🌱You’ll hear how margin shapes generosity, time, relationships and even the way we respond to the needs around us. Pastor Shane also walks through the Good Samaritan story and shows how margin creates room in our lives to genuinely care for the people around us. ❤️If you’ve been running on empty or wondering how to build a richer, more spacious life for God's purpose in your life, this one will speak straight to you.

Pastor Shane takes us on a real and raw journey through what it means to live a life that shows what we believe. Using Jesus’ words from Luke 6, he reminds us that the fruit we produce tells the truth about what’s happening in our hearts. 💬💖It’s a message about digging deep, staying rooted in God’s Word, and living a faith that can weather any storm — because, let’s be honest… fruit don’t lie! 🍑✨📖 Scripture References:Luke 6:43–49 – A tree and its fruit; the wise and foolish builders (main passage)2 Timothy 4:3–4 – Following desires instead of truthExodus 20:12 – Honour your father and motherActs 2:46–47 – Believers growing together in faith

💔 Has life ever walked all over your heart? In Pastor Lucas Connell's heartfelt message he shares how pain, disappointment, and betrayal can harden our hearts and how the rain of God’s presence can soften even the toughest ground. 🌧️Through raw stories of healing, forgiveness, and breakthrough, Pastor Lucas unpacks Jesus’ Parable of the Sower, revealing how the condition of our hearts determines the fruit we see in our lives. 🌱Be encouraged to let the Holy Spirit bring softness, depth, and renewal where hardness once stood — because when God rains on a hardened heart, everything can grow again. 🙌📖 Scriptures ReferencedProverbs 4:23 – “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”Matthew 13:3–9; 18–23 – Parable of the Sower (the four types of soil).James 1:23–25 – The Word of God as a mirror.Isaiah 55:10–11 – God’s Word accomplishes what He desires, like rain watering the earth.Ezekiel 36:26 – “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit

🎧 Carry the Promise — Pastor Lucas ConnellIn this message, Pastor Lucas Connell shares how a single step of faith can unlock a lifetime of God’s provision 💫. Through personal stories of sacrifice, sowing, and miraculous supply, he reminds us that when we find God’s promise and protect it through every season, He always proves faithful. 🌾Whether you’re believing for breakthrough in your family, finances, or future this message will encourage you to hold tightly to what God has spoken and keep carrying the promise until it comes to life. 🙌📖 Scripture References:• 2 Corinthians 9 : 10 — God gives seed to the sower.• 1 Kings 17 : 7-24 — The widow, the oil, and the flour that would not run dry.• Romans 10 : 17 — Faith comes by hearing the word (rhema) of God.• Hebrews 4 : 12 — The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword.• Matthew 9 : 24 — “She is not dead but sleeping.” (Jesus raising Jairus’ daughter)

In this message, Pastor Shane unpacks what it means to live out “The Power of One” culture — a church united in purpose, faith, and mission. 💒Drawing from sport, everyday life, and the heart of the Australian Christian Churches movement, he reminds us that true discipleship isn’t about consuming ministry but contributing to God’s mission. ⚡️Discover how unity, multi-generational connection, and Spirit-led living can transform both the church and our communities. 💚📖 Scriptures Referenced1 Corinthians 9 – Paul’s teaching that theology remains constant, but practices may differ.John 17:21 – Jesus’ prayer for unity: “That they may be one…”Matthew 19:13-15 – Jesus welcomes the children.Ephesians 4:11-12 – Leadership exists to equip God’s people for ministry.Acts 2 – The outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Pentecostal movement.

In this message, What To Do, Pastor Shane unpacks one of Life Church’s key mantras — “Everybody needs a place to sow, a place to grow, and a place to celebrate.” 🙌Drawing from Acts 2, he reveals how the early church lived a balanced Christian life through generosity, discipleship, and community. 💒You’ll be encouraged to discover your own place to serve, connect, and celebrate what God is doing in your life and in the life of our church. ✨📖 Scripture References:1 Corinthians 9:19–23 — Paul’s teaching on adapting ministry to reach all peopleActs 2:42–47 — The model of the early church: teaching, fellowship, generosity, and worship1 Timothy 4:7–8 — Training for godliness brings benefits now and in eternityLuke 9:23 — Take up your cross daily and follow Jesus

Using lessons from sport, he shows how one culture and one game plan with 100% buy-in can transform a church just like it transforms a team.Pastor Shane reminds us that the theology never changes. Jesus is still on the throne, but how we live it out must keep evolving if we’re going to keep seeing lives changed.And while he might be a massive fan of the Brisbane Lions 🦁, Pastor Shane puts it best: “You don’t want to outsource your faith. You don’t want this to be the only place you hear from God when I’m talking… You want to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. You know how you get that done? You’re in the Word.” 📖✨So don’t just take it from a pastor who loves his footy, get into God’s Word yourself and be part of the 'one culture' God is building!📖 Scriptures ReferencedJohn 3:161 Corinthians 3:6Matthew 7:16

In this message, Time for Refreshment, Matt Starrs unpacks how God promises revival and renewal for His people ✨. Drawing from Acts 3, he reminds us that even in the face of darkness, evil, and the everyday weight of life, God offers us true rest, a “catching of breath” that comes only from His presence. 💨Be encouraged to seek revival not as something distant or accidental, but as a promise available when we draw near to God. 🙏📖 Scriptures ReferencedActs 3:1–21Hebrews 10:25Matthew 24:12Hebrews 4:9–11Matthew 6:19–20John 3:3–8, 16 James 4:8Hebrews 11:6Psalm 27:10

What does it mean to be a true Father of the House? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Pastor Shane unpacks the life of Noah, a man who walked closely with God and took responsibility for both his family and God’s house. From building the ark to building an altar, Noah’s example reminds us that real men and all believers are called to live with integrity, purpose, and faith. 🏡✝️This Father’s Day message challenges us to seek the Provider before the provision and to build strong spiritual legacies for generations to come. 💪🔥Scriptures Referenced:Genesis 6:9–22Hebrews 11:7Genesis 8:18–20Matthew 6:31–34Psalm 68:6Joel 2:25

Life is full of choices, some easy, some incredibly hard. In this message, Kenny shares what it means to seek God’s direction, not just the option that feels the most peaceful. Using the story of Abraham and Lot, he shows us that sometimes the real test is whether we are willing to surrender our right to choose and trust God’s plan instead. 🙏✨Find out why he asks the challenging question: “Are you willing to surrender?” and how this simple children’s rhyme can point us back to a life of faith and obedience.

In Part 2 of The Power of One – Offence, Pastor Shane unpacks how offence can trap us, steal our joy, and block us from God’s best. Offence is described in Scripture as a snare, a bait the enemy uses to keep us bound. But the good news is we have a choice, whether to hold onto bitterness or release it through forgiveness. 🙌Find out why Pastor Shane says:"Isn't it a shame when people miss out on what God has for them because of what people did?"This message challenges us to rise above offence with humility, trust God more than ourselves, and walk in true freedom. 🌿📖 Scriptures ReferencedMatthew 23:372 Timothy 4:2–4Romans 9:31–33Matthew 6:9–15

The combined church service is such a blessing for the Roma churches community. To come together across denominations, united in fellowship and God’s Word. 🙌💒 What a picture of the body of Christ walking side by side!🎙️ In this week’s special message, Bishop David Schmidt (Lutheran Bishop for Mission in Queensland) shares a timely word about Rest.Through a story of hiking in Thailand, Bishop David reminds us how easy it is to keep chasing the summit and miss the beauty along the way. Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28 cuts through the noise of our restless world, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”Be encouraged that your worth isn’t something you have to prove, it’s a gift from God. Identity isn’t achieved, it’s received. In Him, we find freedom, rest, and true peace. 🌿✨📖 Scriptures referenced:Matthew 11:28Genesis 1:27Romans 5:8Luke 15:20 (The Prodigal Son)Ephesians 2:10Various Psalms on gratitude

After hearing Matt Starrs share from Acts 6 last week, Pastor Shane felt stirred to discuss the same passage and explore an angle God was highlighting to him. In Acts 6:1–7, the early church faced its first internal challenge, a moment where offence could have divided what God had just begun to build.With humour, straight talk, and plenty of real-life application, Pastor Shane unpacks how offence works, why it’s “the anchor we drop in an effort to move forward”, and how pride fuels it while humility breaks its hold. This message is a call to guard our unity, in church, in the workplace, and in our own families by refusing to take the bait.📖 Scriptures referenced:Acts 6:1–7Acts 5 (context)Isaiah 8:141 Peter 2:7–8John 6:43–68Matthew 12:1–14Luke 7:36–47Matthew 15:22–28Mark 6:3–4John 5:39–40Luke 16:13–15Matthew 15:1–14

🎧 Choose Reformation – Matt StarrsIn this bold and stirring message, Matt Starrs calls us to move beyond momentary revival and into lasting reformation 🔥. Drawing from Acts 6–8 and the story of Stephen, Matt challenges us to reject comfort, resist grumbling, and instead embrace a life that brings glory to Jesus, even when it's inconvenient or costly. 💪🏽With stories from missions and insights from history, this message urges us to make decisions today that will shape our tomorrow. Will you stay comfortable or will you choose reformation?✨ “The choices you make today will define your tomorrow.”📖 Scriptures Referenced:Acts 6:1–15 (NLT & MSG)Acts 7:1–60Acts 8:1–3Isaiah 55:6 (referenced indirectly via “the eyes of the Lord…”)John 15:13–15Romans 11:29 ("the gifts and callings of God are without repentance")

🎧 Generosity Revolution – Ps. Steve KennedyWhat if generosity could change a town? In this bold and heartfelt message, Pastor Steve Kennedy invites us to rethink what it truly means to give, not out of duty, but out of deep and deliberate love. 💥From mowing lawns 🏡 to buying Cokes 🥤, from giving sacrificially to simply noticing others, this message shows how the spirit of giving can turn a church into a magnet of grace and impact. You'll laugh, reflect, and be stirred to join the Generosity Revolution, where blessing others becomes more rewarding than being blessed. 💛✨🙌 “Who would you rather be, a man who gets a mower, or the one who can give one?”📖 Scriptures Referenced:John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world…” (NLT)Matthew 7:12 – “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you.” (NLT)2 Kings 4:8–17 – The Shunammite woman’s hospitality and miracle (NLT)Acts 20:35 – “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (NLT)Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (NIV)2 Corinthians 5:20 – “We are Christ’s ambassadors...” (NLT)Colossians 3:23 – “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord...” (NLT)Isaiah 32:8 – “Generous people plan to do what is generous, and they stand firm in their generosity.” (NLT)Matthew 6:3 – “But when you give to someone in need, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” (NLT)Let’s start a revolution, one act of generosity at a time! 💫

In this final message of the series, Pastor Shane takes us on a powerful journey of revelation and hope 💫. Drawing parallels from the Star Wars universe 🌠⚔️, we’re reminded that even the darkest villain can be redeemed and no one is too far from redemption.Through the story of Anakin and the cross of Christ ✝️, we’re called to confront the truth about sin, repentence, and the beauty of forgiveness. This episode invites us to stop running from God, remove the mask 🎭, and return to the One who gave everything for us.🚨 A message of conviction, love, and transformation awaits whether you're a Jedi or just finding your way back to the Light ✨.📖 Scriptures referenced:John 3:16–17 (The Message)John 10:14–17 (The Message)

🎙 What We Learned From A Galaxy Far Far Away – Part 5💥 Rebellions are built on hope 💥In this message, Pastor Shane blends Star Wars wisdom with Scripture to explore how real faith is a bold rebellion against the world’s patterns. 🚀We don’t conform because we hope Jesus was right and when that hope becomes trust, it transforms every part of our lives. From forgiveness to finances, faith is full confidence that His way is better. 🙌🎧 Tune in for a powerful reminder that all rebellions start with hope and ours is anchored in Christ.📖 Scriptures referenced:Hebrews 11:1Hebrews 6:19, 1 John 2:15–17 Luke 11:23Romans 12:2Acts 20:35Matthew 19:30Proverbs 11:24

Not your average sermon title but this message will bust your heart wide open 💔💥 and fill it with purpose.Through a personal story and a powerful look at Mary Magdalene’s love for Jesus, Matt shares what truly moves the heart of God 💗 not miracles, not preaching, not reputation… but raw, relentless LOVE.From sleeping in a clothing bin at 16 to preaching the gospel across 40+ nations, Matt shares how one woman's unlikely act of kindness shaped his life forever and how Mary’s act of devotion has become a memorial for all time.This message will remind you: 💬 You don’t need a platform to be significant, just a heart that loves Jesus with everything!!!👣💎💔🕊️🔥📖 Scriptures Referenced• Psalm 27:10 – "Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me." (NIV)• Matthew 25:40 – "Whatever you did for one of the least of these… you did for me."• Luke 7:36–50 – The woman who washed Jesus’ feet with her tears• John 12:3–8 – Mary anointing Jesus with expensive perfume• John 19:38–42 & 20:1–18 – Mary Magdalene at the tomb and the Resurrection encounter• James 4:8 – "Draw near to God and He will draw near to you."• Jeremiah 29:13 – "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."

What if your destiny isn’t determined by your past but by the choices you make today? Pastor Shane calls us to take ownership of our legacy by choosing who we listen to, what we focus on, and how we respond to life’s battles.Rooted in Scripture and brought to life through the lens of the Star Wars saga, this sermon reveals that love, joy, and peace are not passive emotions they are intentional, daily decisions. ⚔️You'll be challenged to:Stop living like a victim 🙅‍♂️Reject the lie that circumstances control your life ❌Embrace the truth that transformation begins with your mind 🧠Take hold of your God-given authority to choose life 🙌📖 Scriptures referenced:Deuteronomy 30:19Romans 12:1–21 Corinthians 131 Corinthians 3:3Galatians 5:22–23John 10:10This message will ignite conviction, stir courage, and remind you that you’re not stuck you’re standing at a crossroads. And the choice is yours.🔥

🎧 The Great Deception – Pastor John HuntIn this compelling message, Pastor John Hunt confronts a subtle but dangerous mindset that has crept into modern Christianity: the idea that it is all about what God can do for me. Drawing from John 13:34, he reminds us of the one command Jesus gave that redefined the faith entirely — to love one another as He has loved us.This kind of love is not self-focused or convenient. It is sacrificial, deliberate, and active. As Pastor John explains, the opposite of love is not hate but selfishness. When we live with “what is in it for me” at the centre, we fall for a great deception that leaves us spiritually empty, even while chasing all the right things.📖 Scriptures referenced: Galatians 5:62 Corinthians 12:9Colossians 2:10Ephesians 1:3The message climaxes with a striking breakdown of Matthew 25:31–46, where Jesus describes separating the sheep from the goats. The sheep live outwardly, seeing Christ in others and responding with compassion. The goats are not evil, just self-absorbed — asking only, “How do I fill my stomach?” It is a sobering picture of how easy it is to miss Jesus while thinking we are following Him.This episode will challenge your perspective, stir your spirit, and inspire you to walk in the fullness of who you already are in Christ.

In this creative and confronting message, Pastor Shane dives deeper into the life of Anakin Skywalker, showing how his journey in Star Wars isn’t so far from our own. From innocent beginnings to tragic choices, we’re reminded that what we focus on, we become. 💭⚔️Anakin had all the potential in the world, but his obsession with pain and control ultimately shaped him into the very symbol of suffering he hoped to avoid. In the same way, our own thoughts and responses can shape the direction of our lives — for better or for worse.This message is a powerful reminder that we are not victims of circumstance. We each carry a calling, and how we respond to life’s battles determines the legacy we leave behind.📖 Scriptures referenced:Romans 12:1–2Proverbs 23:7Matthew 12:301 Samuel 17🎙️ Tune in and be encouraged to live with purpose, focus and faith.

In this heartfelt and humorous message, Kenny reminds us that second-hand faith is never enough. Drawing from John 4:39–42, we’re invited to move beyond what we’ve heard about Jesus and gravitate towards an intimate, personal experience with Him. 💬➡️❤️From the wisdom that comes through walking with God (📖 Proverbs 20:29, Proverbs 16:31), to the slow, steady growth that builds our spiritual maturity, Kenny reflects on how experience shapes not just our beliefs but our entire being.He leaves us with this powerful truth: God wants intimacy not a fleeting encounter, but a real relationship! 💡📖 Scriptures referenced:John 4:39–42 (NLT)Proverbs 20:29 (NIV & NLT)Proverbs 16:31 (NIV)Revelation 3:20 (NLT)Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT)🎙️ Listen now and be encouraged to open the door and truly experience God for yourself.

🎙️ What We Learned from a Galaxy Far, Far AwayIn this special Star Wars-inspired message, Pastor Shane shares powerful parallels between the saga of Anakin Skywalker and our own spiritual journey. From the innocence we’re born with, through trials of pain and temptation, to the choices that shape our legacy—this message reminds us that the battle between good and evil is very real ⚔️🌌🛸 Pastor Shane unpacks:Why your response to pain defines your legacy 🚨How the devil works like a roaring lion 🦁 (1 Peter 5:8–9, NLT)What it means to stand your ground like a true Jedi 🧘‍♂️🛡️The power of spiritual community—stay with the mob 🤝Why many remain unaware of the war raging beyond what the eye can see 🌠📖 Scripture Highlights:Ephesians 6:10–12 (NLT) – “Put on all of God’s armour…” 🛡️1 Peter 5:8–9 (NLT) – “Stay alert. Watch out for your great enemy…” 🐾2 Kings 6:15–17 (NLT) – “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see…” 👁️🔥Whether you’re a lifelong Jedi or just beginning your walk of faith, this message will inspire you to wake up, gear up, and fight the good fight 🧭🌟

🎧 The Power of Mums — with Ps Shane | Life Church RomaThis Mother's Day, Pastor Shane delivers a heartfelt message celebrating the incredible influence of mums — their intuition, sacrifice, and unshakeable faith 🙌💖. Through the story of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Ps Shane draws out the real superpower of motherhood: a life surrendered to God’s will.🕊️ Scripture Highlights:📖 Luke 1:35–38 (NLT) – Mary's humble response to the angel's calling📖 Luke 22:42 – Jesus' echoed surrender: “Not my will, but Yours be done”This message will challenge and inspire not just mums, but anyone striving to live with purpose over perfection. "Your greatest contribution to God's kingdom might not be something you do, but someone you raise." -Andy Stanley- 👶🌱.

🎙️ One Word — Message with Pastor ShaneOnly once in the Bible does Jesus marvel at someone's great faith — and it wasn’t a religious leader, but a Roman centurion.Pastor Shane unpacks the extraordinary faith of a man who understood that one word from Jesus could shift reality itself (Matthew 8:5–13).✨ What set this outsider apart? His bold belief in the sheer authority of Jesus' Word — no proof needed, no conditions attached. 🌿✝️If you’ve ever wondered what kind of faith moves heaven, this message will inspire you to live with the same fearless trust that amazed even Jesus.🎧 Scriptures referenced:Matthew 8:5–13 (NLT) – The Roman Centurion's FaithMatthew 7:13–14 (NLT) – The Narrow GateLuke 19:41–44 (NLT) – Jesus Weeps Over Jerusalem