The Takeaway

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Matt Porter, originally shared during the Week 3, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Peter walking on water in Matthew 14, Matt explores what it means to trust Jesus through the storms of life, even when fear and uncertainty make Him difficult to see. We're reminded that Jesus is present in every season, that our circumstances don't change who He is, and that when we keep our eyes fixed on Him, we can trust the hand He reaches out to us.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In Episode 23 of The Takeaway, Eva Muilenburg shares a special message for our graduating Year 12 students as they prepare to step beyond school and into what comes next. Drawing from Matthew 6 and Psalm 121, Eva explores Jesus' teaching about the eye being the lamp of the body and challenges us to see the world through generous eyes - looking at others with kindness, noticing the things we often take for granted, living with gratitude and seeking opportunities to be a blessing. Wherever life takes us, we're encouraged to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus and allow His light, hope and generosity to shape the way we see and live.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In Episode 22 of The Takeaway, Jen Rowland from CRU West explores what it means to have hope when the future feels uncertain. Drawing from 1 Peter 1, Jen reminds us that through Jesus' death and resurrection, Christians have been given a living hope and an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. Whether life is going well, we're facing difficult circumstances, or we simply don't know what lies ahead, we're encouraged to look beyond the uncertainty and rejoice in the sure and certain hope of eternity with Jesus.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In Episode 21 of The Takeaway, Chaplain Kyla MacDonald continues our series on boldness by looking at Peter's transformation from fearfully denying Jesus to courageously proclaiming Him. Drawing from the book of Acts, Kyla reminds us that biblical boldness isn't about having a loud, confident or outgoing personality - it comes through the power of the Holy Spirit. Whether it's standing up for what's right, refusing to follow the crowd or being unashamed of our faith, we're challenged to stay close to Jesus, ask the Holy Spirit to fill us, and take the first step with courage.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a deeply personal message from Liam, originally shared during the Week 4, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Sharing his own journey through calling, doubt and some of life's most difficult moments, Liam reflects on Peter stepping out of the boat in Matthew 14 and the powerful reminder that even when the storm overwhelms us and we begin to sink, we are not alone in the water. Jesus is there, ready to reach out His hand, reminding us to anchor our identity and our lives in Him.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Josh Thomas, originally shared during the Week 9, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Exploring Jesus' claim to be King and the impact of His death and resurrection, Josh unpacks the upside-down Kingdom of God, where greatness is found in serving, loving others and putting them first. It's a challenge to look at who Jesus is, how He lived, and how following His example can bring hope and change to the world around us.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In Episode 20 of The Takeaway, Menushi Thompson from Kingdomcity shares a deeply personal testimony of discovering the love of Jesus during some of the most difficult years of her life. From family struggles and loneliness to searching for satisfaction in the wrong places, Menushi shares how a small willingness to open her heart to God ultimately transformed her life. Drawing from Revelation 3:20, she reminds us that Jesus doesn't force His way in. He gently knocks and invites us to open the door, even just a little, and discover a love and hope that only He can provide.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Tim Phipps, originally shared during the Week 6, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from David's journey with the Ark of the Covenant, Tim challenges us not to wait until everything is going well before thanking God, but to worship Him at the start, in the middle, and at the end. It's an encouragement to live with gratitude, praise God without worrying about what others think, and remember that He is worthy of our worship in every circumstance.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Chaplain Kyla MacDonald, originally shared during the Week 8, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Philippians 4, Kyla explores how we can stand firm when life feels heavy or uncertain, whether we're facing conflict, stress, anxiety, comparison, or everyday pressures. Through Paul's example, we're encouraged to build habits of prayer, gratitude, healthy thinking, and time in God's Word, remembering that true peace, joy, and stability aren't found in our circumstances, but in Jesus.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

On Friday, Mr Akhabue challenges us to consider where our identity and confidence come from. Drawing on the stories of Gideon, David and Jesus, he reminds us that the opinions of others don't determine who we are or what God can do through us. Sharing from his own experiences, Mr Akhabue encourages us to reject the voices that tell us we're not good enough, draw closer to Jesus, and discover the courage to boldly become who God has called us to be.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Citra Laupase, originally shared during the Week 2, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Exploring the question of where we find our identity, Citra challenges us to consider whether we're building our lives on performance, popularity, success and the approval of others, or on something that cannot be shaken. Drawing from Colossians 3 and Hebrews 12, we're reminded that our identity isn't something we need to achieve, but something we receive through Christ, giving us a secure foundation that doesn't change with circumstances or the opinions of others.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

This week's chapel message features Matt Porter as he explores what it means to live boldly for God and become someone after His heart. Drawing from the life of David and his own experiences, Matt encourages us to know who is with us, seek God's presence, and confidently ask Him for help. It's a message about trusting what God says about us, growing closer to Jesus, and allowing His presence to give us the courage and boldness to reflect Him in our everyday lives.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a thoughtful Easter message from Stephen Lamont, originally shared during the Week 9, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Journey through the events of Holy Week as Stephen explores Jesus' triumphal entry, His sacrifice on the cross, and His victorious resurrection, reminding us that Easter is more than a historical event—it's a personal invitation to place our faith in Christ and find hope in His everlasting love.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

This week's chapel message features Mr Riches as he explores what it means to live boldly for God. Reflecting on his own journey, he challenges us to consider how much we're willing to risk for Jesus and encourages us to develop courage, confidence, and purpose in our everyday lives. Drawing on the examples of Esther, Daniel, and Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, Mr Riches reminds us that standing for what is right isn't always easy, but with God's help, we can choose to live boldly wherever He has placed us.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit an encouraging message from Dougal Steven of CruWest, originally shared during the Week 8, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College.In a world where it's easy to place our identity in achievements, relationships, possessions, or success, Dougal reminds us that these things are temporary. Drawing from Ephesians 2, he shares how God's unchanging Word anchors us in His love, mercy, and grace, revealing that our true identity is found in Christ alone. Through practical encouragement, he challenges us to spend time in God's Word each day, allowing it to shape our hearts, strengthen our faith, and draw us closer to Jesus. It's a message about finding lasting hope, purpose, and identity in the One who never changes.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a thoughtful message from Chaplain Alex, originally shared during the Week 7, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College.What do you do when faith doesn't seem to make sense? Drawing from the story of Job, Chaplain Alex explores some of life's hardest questions, from suffering and unanswered prayer to doubt and uncertainty. Rather than discouraging honest questions, he reminds us that God welcomes them and invites us to seek Him with open hearts. It's a message about trusting God's character, finding hope when answers don't come straight away, and believing that He remains faithful through every season.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a powerful message from Matt Porter, originally shared during the Week 6, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College.Matt explores what it means to live in the freedom that Jesus offers. Looking at the promises found throughout Scripture, he reminds us that our identity is found in Christ, not in our past, our struggles, or the expectations of others. Through personal stories of overcoming anxiety, persistent prayer for his family, and the challenge to "not turn back", Matt encourages us to believe God's promises, embrace the freedom He gives, and keep moving forward in faith. It's a message about identity, belief, and living in the freedom that Jesus has already won for us.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.

This week's chapel message features Dr Quinlivan sharing a deeply personal story about identity, influence, and forgiveness. Drawing from his own journey of faith, Dr Quinlivan reflects on the voices that shape our lives and challenges us to consider whether we're listening to God or allowing the opinions of others to define us. Through the powerful illustration of a rabbit trap and the teaching of Ephesians 4, he reminds us that offence and unforgiveness can quietly take hold of our hearts. Instead, we're encouraged to keep our hearts soft, extend forgiveness, and trust God to guide us in truth and freedom.—You can connect with us further at hillside.wa.edu.au or on Instagram @hillsidechristiancollege or Facebook @hillsidechristiancollege1—HillSide Christian College is a Christ-centred K–12 school situated in Perth, Western Australia. We're committed to nurturing the whole student, head, heart, and hand, through high-quality, affordable Christian education grounded in faith, values, and community.