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Christ in Romans | The Letters of Paul E7 | Jonathan Shanks
Returning to our Letters of Paul series within the Christ in Scripture project, Jonathan Shanks explores Paul's greatest letter—Romans. 1) EVERYTHING'S DIFFERENT; 2) ALL IN; 3) THINK NEW; 4) HUMBLE THYSELF; 5) STEP UP; 6) LIVE LOVE; 7) CATALYSE COMMUNITY; 8) CROSS CARRY. =====================...
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Christ in Amos | The Minor Prophets E4 | Benjamin Shanks
Benjamin Shanks explores Amos chapter 4, highlighting the way God reorders His people's priorities. Five questions to ask yourself before you come to church: 1) AM I HUNGRY FOR THE WORD OF GOD? 2) AM I THIRSTY FOR THE PRESENCE OF GOD? 3) AM I SICKENED BY MY SIN? 4) AM I GRIEVED BY THE STATE OF…
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Christ in Obadiah | The Minor Prophets E3 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks explores the short and strange Book of Obadiah, highlighting three aspects of the Kingdom: KINGDOM ALLEGIANCE; KINGDOM CONSEQUENCE; KINGDOM DELIVERANCE. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-obadiah...
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Christ in Hosea | The Minor Prophets E2 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks continues our Minor Prophets series with an exploration of Christ in Hosea. SOW RIGHTEOUSNESS FOR YOURSELVES; REAP THE FRUIT OF UNFAILING LOVE; BREAK UP YOUR FALLOW GROUND; FOR IT'S TIME TO SEEK THE LORD UNTIL HE COMES; AND SHOWERS RIGHTEOUSNESS ON YOU. =====================…
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Christ in Joel | The Minor Prophets E1 | Benjamin Shanks
In this message, Benjamin Shanks gives Pneumatology 101—the study of the Holy Spirit—focusing on the PERSON, POWER and PRESENCE of the Spirit as prophesied in Joel 2 and fulfilled in Pentecost. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-joel...
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I Give You Authority | Benjamin Shanks
"Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness" (Matthew 10:1). In this message, Benjamin Shanks explores the authority we have been given in Jesus' name for deliverance and healing. =====================…
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Christ in 2 Chronicles | The Former Prophets E9 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks continues our Christ in Scripture project, exploring King Solomon's prayer in dedication of the temple in 2 Chronicles 7. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-2-chronicles ===================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church on a...
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Christ in 1 Chronicles | The Former Prophets E8 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks explores the story of 1 Chronicles, highlighting the identity struggle of the people of Israel as they re-entered their homeland after exile. THE KINGDOM BELONGS TO YAHWEH; EVERYTHING WE HAVE COMES FROM YAHWEH; YAHWEH WANTS OUR HEART. ===================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Christ in 2 Kings | The Former Prophets E7 | Benjamin Shanks
In this second part to last week's message, Benjamin Shanks explores the theme of EXILE in 2 Kings. First, ISRAEL's exile under five successive empires: Assyria, Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome. Then, HUMANITY'S exile from the Garden of Eden. Finally, OUR exile from the world as we know it…
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Christ in 1 Kings | The Former Prophets E6 | Benjamin Shanks
Returning to 1 Kings and our Christ in Scripture project, Benjamin Shanks explores the three aspects of the theme of the Kingdom in 1 Kings: GOD'S PEOPLE under GOD'S RULE in GOD'S PLACE. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-1-kings...
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The Ruin of Desire | Roads to Ruin E5 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks concludes our 5-part Roads to Ruin series with a message on the ruin of desire. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/roads-to-ruin-desire ===================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church on a mission to love God, love others, and...
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The Ruin of Doubt | Roads to Ruin E4 | Tristan Joshua
Tristan Joshua continues our Roads to Ruin series looking at doubt—what it is, how it can ruin us, and where the narrow way of Jesus leads us to deeper faith through doubt. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/roads-to-ruin-doubt =====================...
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The Ruin of Anger | Roads to Ruin E3 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks explores the topic of anger and how it can ruin us through four stages: 1) Its dangerous power; 2) Its basic goodness; 3) Why it goes wrong; 4) How it can be healed. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/roads-to-ruin-anger...
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The Ruin of Power | Roads to Ruin E2 | Benjamin Shanks
Benjamin Shanks explores the topic of power and the way it can lead to our ruin or renewal. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/roads-to-ruin-power ===================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church on a mission to love God, love others, and make...
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The Ruin of Hurt | Roads to Ruin E1 | Leanne Shanks
Leanne Shanks, stepping in to read the sermon written by our sick Senior Pastor Jonathan, kicks off our Roads to Ruin series with an exploration of the topic of hurt—how it can lead to ruin and how God can use it to renew us. ===================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Christ in 2 Thessalonians | The Letters of Paul E6 | Benjamin Shanks
Begin with the end in mind... That's Paul's wisdom in 2 Thessalonians. In this message, Benjamin Shanks unpacks the way that our belief about the future shapes the way we live in the present. ON THE DAY; BEFORE THE DAY; UNTIL THE DAY. ===================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Christ in 1 Thessalonians | The Letters of Paul E5 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks explores the letter of 1 Thessalonians, encouraging us to: Walk by faith; Known by love; Voice of hope. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-1-thessalonians ===================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church…
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Christ in Colossians | The Letters of Paul E4 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks unpacks Christ in Colossians, highlighting the relationship between religion’s DO and Jesus’ DONE. 1 — SET YOUR HEARTS; 2 — PUT TO DEATH; 3 — CLOTHE YOURSELF; 4 — IN WHATEVER YOU DO. ===================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Christ in Philippians | The Letters of Paul E3 | Benjamin Shanks
Benjamin Shanks continues our Christ in Scripture project with a message on a passage from Philippians 3 where Paul addresses the question of desire—what it is that humans really want. This message will teach you how to want Christ more by explaining the three stages of desiring God. I WANT; I…
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Christ in Ephesians | The Letters of Paul E2 | Jonathan Shanks
Ephesians is a letter all about Christ. In this message, Jonathan Shanks explores the six ways Ephesians refers to Christ: IN CHRIST; UNDER CHRIST; WITH CHRIST; OF CHRIST; AS CHRIST; FOR CHRIST. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-ephesians...
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Christ in Galatians | The Letters of Paul E1 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks preaches on Christ in Galatians, kicking off our series in the Letters of Paul as part of our Christ in Scripture project. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-galatians ===================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church on a...
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Christ in 2 Samuel | The Former Prophets E5 | Benjamin Shanks
In this message, Benjamin Shanks continues our 2-year Christ in Scripture project, in which we aim to see Jesus more clearly in the light of 2 Samuel. In comparing Jesus with David—the central figure of 2 Samuel—we see seven things. Jesus comes: 1 — IN THE LINE OF DAVID; 2 — FROM THE TOWN OF…
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Christ in 1 Samuel | The Former Prophets E4 | Jack Long
Jack Long continues our two-year Christ in Scripture project with a survey of the theme of kingship in the Bible. The kings of Israel, he explains, were meant to do three things: justice, war, and religion. This message will point you to Jesus, our true king who reigns in justice, wages war on...
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Christ in Ruth | The Former Prophets E3 | Virginia Mathews
In this message, Virginia Mathews continues our Christ in Scripture project by surveying Christ in Ruth with its six stages: 1. RUIN; 2. RETURN; 3. REVELATION; 4. REDEMPTION; 5. RESTORATION; 6. ROYAL LINE. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-ruth...
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Christ in Judges | The Former Prophets E2 | Benjamin Shanks
“In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit.” With those words the dark and violent Book of Judges comes to a close. In Judges, Israel are stuck in the Cycle of Sin (Sin - Oppression - Repentance - Deliverance - Peace) with no way to get out. In this message, Benjamin Shanks...
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Christ in Joshua | The Former Prophets E1 | Benjamin Shanks
Violence at God’s command—how can we read the Book of Joshua and keep our faith at the same time? In this message, Benjamin Shanks continues the Christ in Scripture project with a message on Christ on Joshua, helping us with 5 tips for reading Joshua and keeping faith alive. =====================...
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The Joy of Blessing | Blessed E4 | Jonathan Shanks
When it comes to blessing, does God want something from us, or something for us? In this message, Jonathan Shanks explores that question, wrapping up our May Mission Month series with a focus on the joy of blessing. Open hands: 1) Remember the Giver; 2) Enter the Joy of God; 3) Make Room for...
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The Cost of Blessing | Blessed E3 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks continues Blessed—our May Mission Month series—with an exploration of the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac in Genesis 22. This message will encourage you to trust the Giver more than the gift. The Cost of Blessing: 1) The Testing of Blessing; 2) The Surrender of Blessing; 3) The...
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Introducing Ponder by NorthernLife
NEW PODCAST! Ponder by NorthernLife is a series of conversations around the Word of the Lord as it was preached on Sunday and as we encounter it in our everyday lives. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and anywhere else you listen to podcasts.
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The Conduit of Blessing | Blessed E2 | Benjamin Shanks
In this May Mission Month message, Benjamin Shanks unpacks the idea that we are blessed to be a blessing. ===================== CHAPTERS Introduction (00:00) Series Context (01:42) 1 — Theology (04:34) 2 — Model (14:15) 3 — Practice (25:40) ===================== EPISODE PAGE...
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The Plan of Blessing | Blessed E1 | Jonathan Shanks
“It is the nature of God to bless.” In this message, Jonathan Shanks kicks off our May Mission Month by reminding us of the nature of our unchanging God who desires to bless a thousand generations. ===================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/blessed-e1...
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Christ in Jude | The General Epistles E3 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks unpacks the short letter of Jude, highlighting the way it points us to Jesus in three ways: 1) Called by Christ; 2) Loved in Christ; 3) Kept for Christ. ===================== CHAPTERS Introduction (00:00) Context (05:15) 1. Called by Christ (07:21) 2. Loved in Christ (12:04) 3.…
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Christ in James | The General Epistles E2 | Benjamin Shanks
In this message, Benjamin Shanks preaches on the Letter of James, framed around a simple question: Who do you want to be like when you grow up? For a disciple of Jesus, our ultimate answer is Him—Christ is our ‘telos’, our goal, our end, our target, the one we want to be like most of us. The…
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Christ in Hebrews | The General Epistles E1 | Jonathan Shanks
Richard Dawkins once said, “Then suddenly we come down to the resurrection of Jesus… It’s so unworthy of the universe.” Is that true? In this message, Jonathan Shanks the Book of Hebrews’ answer to the question, highlighting 22 titles of Jesus. This message will remind you that He is worthy....
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He Is Risen (Easter Sunday 2026) | Benjamin Shanks
On Easter Sunday 2026, Benjamin Shanks preaches a message on the first words of resurrection morn: “He is risen.” Following John’s Gospel as he tells the unfolding story of the resurrection of Jesus, this message will encourage you that He is risen, He is present, and He is returning....
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It Is Finished (Good Friday 2026) | Jonathan Shanks
On Good Friday 2026, Jonathan Shanks preaches a message on Jesus’ final words on the cross: “It is finished.” This message will encourage you that even in the midst of sin, shame and guilt, Jesus declares, “It is finished.” ============================== CHAPTERS It is Finished (00:00) Sin is...
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Christ in Deuteronomy | The Torah E5 | Benjamin Shanks
The famous last words of Moses: “Now choose life.” In this message, Benjamin Shanks unpacks Christ in Deuteronomy. The covenant requires a DECISION and it involves specific ACTION that results in an OUTCOME. ============================== CHAPTERS Introduction (00:00) Prayer (03:09) Welcome to...
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Christ in Numbers | The Torah E4 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks unpacks the Book of Numbers, highlighting the story of Israel, the story of Christ, and the story of us. ============================== CHAPTERS Introduction (00:00) Overview of the Book of Numbers (02:20) Requirements for Relationship (04:21) Consequences for Contumacy (10:38)...
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Christ in Leviticus | The Torah E3 | Jack Long
Leviticus… The third book of the Torah and the graveyard of good intentions to read the Bible cover to cover. In this message, Jack Long explores Christ in Leviticus, showing how its systems of ritual, sacrifice, law, and priesthood point us to the ultimate high priest and sacrifice: Jesus....
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Christ in Exodus | The Torah E2 | Benjamin Shanks
The story of Exodus is a good story because in it we see ourselves and the seasons of our life. In this message, Benjamin Shanks explores Christ in Exodus, following the three main acts of the Book. This message will encourage you to behold Christ who is our Exodus: our way out, way through and…
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Christ in Genesis | The Torah E1 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks continues our two-year Christ in Scripture project with a message focusing on how the Book of Genesis points us to Jesus in two ways: A PROMISE TO BELIEVE; A STORY TO BEHOLD. ============================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Christ in Scripture | Always Ready E4 | Benjamin Shanks
For the start of our two-year Christ in Scripture project, Benjamin Shanks gives an overview of the big story of the Bible in ten chapters. ============================== CHAPTERS Introduction (00:00) Creation (05:08) Promise (07:38) Deliverance (09:06) Law (11:37) Land (13:39) Kings (15:52)…
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The Twelve | Always Ready E3 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks unpacks our core values—The Twelve—highlighting the postures we need to be always ready to see Christ, serve Christ, share Christ, and steward Christ. LOVE GOD: Known & Loved; Jesus Is Worth It; God Speaks We Listen; His Grace Is Enough. LOVE OTHERS: Life Matters;...
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The Three | Always Ready E2 | Benjamin Shanks
Motive. Means. Opportunity. That's what it takes to be always ready. What, for the follower of Jesus, is our motive? In this message, Benjamin Shanks explores that question, highlighting the difference between motivation by law (outside-in) and motivation by love (inside-out). This message will...
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The Four | Always Ready E1 | Jonathan Shanks
See Christ. Serve Christ. Share Christ. Steward Christ. These are the four parts of our theme Always Ready for 2026/27. In this message, Jonathan Shanks unpacks each of the Four, encouraging us to be a church ready to see God do again what He has done before. ==============================…
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Christ in John | The Gospels E4 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks concludes our 4 weeks in the Gospels at the beginning of our 2-year project Christ in Scripture. ============================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-john ============================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church...
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Christ in Luke | The Gospels E3 | Benjamin Shanks
The Kingdom of God in the Gospel of Luke is like an earthquake with its epicentre in Jesus’ words in Luke 4:18-19. In this message, Benjamin Shanks explores the epicentre of Luke’s Gospel, highlighting three things we need to know: 1 — THE KINGDOM IS INSIDE-OUT; 2 — THE KINGDOM IS UPSIDE-DOWN; 3…
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Christ in Mark | The Gospels E2 | Jonathan Shanks
Jonathan Shanks continues our 2-year Christ in Scripture project with a message on the Gospel of Mark. ============================== EPISODE PAGE https://northernlife.org.au/resources/sermons/xins-mark ============================== ABOUT NORTHERNLIFE We're a church on a mission to love God…
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Christ in Matthew | The Gospels E1 | Jonathan Shanks
In this message, Jonathan Shanks kicks off our 2-year project called Christ in Scripture that seeks to find Jesus in every book of the Bible. This sermon focuses on the Gospel of Matthew. GOD IS CLOSE; GOD IS HUMBLE; GOD IS ABLE. ============================== EPISODE PAGE...
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Investing in the Everlasting (Matthew 6:19-21) | Benjamin Shanks
It's the end of 2025. A time when we make reflections looking back at the year that was and resolutions looking forward to 2026. 'Everlasting' has been our vision word this year, and in this final message, Benjamin Shanks offers a reflection on Matthew 6:19-21 and Jesus' wisdom for our…
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