Coffee With Phil

Life isn’t supposed to be complicated. We make it complicated when we drift from what matters most.In this podcast series, Phil focuses on areas of our live that we have made complicated in a way that God never intended.  It' abrupt, but then that might be what you need.Clarity brings peace. Complexity breeds chaos.Come back to what matters most.This week, simplify your FOCUS.https://philstrong.com

Life isn’t supposed to be complicated. We make it complicated when we drift from what matters most.In this podcast series, Phil focuses on areas of our live that we have made complicated in a way that God never intended.  It' abrupt, but then that might be what you need.Clarity brings peace. Complexity breeds chaos.Come back to what matters most.This week, simplify your FAMILY.If you want to check out the book Phil references in the middle of this episode, head to https://strongfamily.co.nzhttps://philstrong.com

Life isn’t supposed to be complicated. We make it complicated when we drift from what matters most.In this podcast series, Phil focuses on areas of our live that we have made complicated in a way that God never intended.  It' abrupt, but then that might be what you need.Clarity brings peace. Complexity breeds chaos.Come back to what matters most.This week, simplify your FINANCES.If you want to find more about what Phil says about money, check out his blog and his book, Becoming Money Wise online.https://philstrong.com

Life isn’t supposed to be complicated. We make it complicated when we drift from what matters most.In this podcast series, Phil focuses on areas of our live that we have made complicated in a way that God never intended.  It' abrupt, but then that might be what you need.Clarity brings peace. Complexity breeds chaos.Come back to what matters most.This week, simplify your FAITH.https//philstrong.com

In his current musings of faith made real and a life of faith being a life of obvious, observable, demonstrably faithful, Phil is still sounding a little different this week - squeaky voice and all.In this finale to the non-series Faith Made Real, Phil draws us into a deeper connection with the biblical truth of our God-given design.For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above—spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].  Ephesians 2:10 (AMP)What does this have to do with riding motorcycles?  And what does this have to do with a puppet called Pinocchio?Find out here.  Be encouraged friends, you are God's handiwork, designed with intent and purpose, to demonstrate and magnify your Creator to the world.Your life is the message!Find Phil at https://philstrong.com

In his current musings of faith made real and a life of faith being a life of obvious, observable, demonstrably faithful, Phil is sounding a little different this week - under the weather, you could say.  But that does not stop him calling a spade a spade, quoting Jesus, Who says:"You faithless and twisted generation, how long am I to be with you?"  Matt 17:17.What does this mean?  How can be live our lives of faith so we avoid this accusation?  What is the simple key Jesus reveals to us?Find your healing.  Find your breakthrough.  Lead others into theirs.  He has so much more for us, if only we would not distort His reality.

In his current musings of faith made real and a life of faith being a life of obvious, observable, demonstrably faithful, Phil is calling us all sinners in the synagogue.C'mon, aren't you also sick of all the vomit on line about the church Jesus loves?What if we did life in such a way that allowed us to keep short account, seek honest reflection, receive loving correction, and live together with genuine accountability?Surely this is the church Jesus desires?Phil also answers the question "what is the key to revival" with evidence.The story about repentance and restoration he retold can be found in this book: Keep You Love On!

In his current musings of faith made real and a life of faith being a life of obvious, observable, demonstrably faithful, Phil is wondering why those who believe in Jesus continue to live as prisoners...For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. (Gal 5:1)Why do we sit in the prison cell while the door is wide open?Phil reads a small section from Dreaming With God.  He also promises a new book coming soon... What You See Matters... so, watch this space!https://philstrong.com

In his current musings of faith made real and a life of faith being a life of obvious, observable, demonstrably faithful, Phil is now craving koinonia community.Join him as he shares what this looks like through a biblical lens, what the cravings are, and how they might be met.Koinonia; the dynamic whole of Christian living, how we participate in life with one another, for the sake of one another, just to be with one another.Are you willing to make an eager contribution to others and their spiritual formation?  If so, hit me up!

Aside from spilling his tea all over his desk, Phil is currently challenging himself with some questions, hoping it leads to conviction, and that said convictions lead to compulsion to commit.What about you?  Are you willing to make your faith real?Phil shares three keys that make faith real.  Listen to them at 09:10.Join him as he inspires us to bring heaven to earth.If you're interested in what Phil is reading, the book that he suggested Kathy should read, check it out here:  https://manna.co.nz/shop/9781424550807-sacred-journey-18153

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this final episode in the series, Phil shares six, yes that's right, SIX ways the eyes of Jesus will make you into who He calls you to be.Friends, the Gospels repeatedly show that when people met His gaze, something changed—identity, destiny, repentance, healing, courage.When was the last time you looked into the eyes of Jesus?

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this episode, Phil shares three reasons why allowing God to build us in a "seer" is vital.  Which lives will be changed because of your yes?  Here are the scripture references for your personal devotion time:i) Isaiah 6:1-10ii) Acts 9iii) Acts 10iv) Judges 6:22-24v) Gen 18: 2, 23

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this episode, Phil takes a deep dive into his and Kathy's personal journey (happening right now!) and what Jesus said to him this week:  "How would you pray if you would see what I see?"Here are the scripture references for your personal devotion time:i) Prov 23:7ii) Luke 6:45We are one with Christiii) 1 Cor 6:17iv) John 15:5We are seated with Christv) Col 3:1-3vi) Eph : 20-21vii) Rev 3:21We have the mind and eyes of Christ2 Cor 4:16-18Eph 1: 16-19Jesus says, John 5:19-20Enjoy!

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this episode, Phil shares how he is seeing this everywhere... yes, everywhere!Saul to Paul and his testimony - Acts 26:13-18Jacob and his remembering of the dream - Gen 31:11-12And hear two testimonies of "Strategic Development with Prophetic Insight."Here's the song Phil promised at the end of the episode:https://youtu.be/5KjpfRFylPo?si=PqM8fZGvy_5fSVRBAnd if you want some French Earl Grey Tea... 

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this episode, Phil gives some practical guidance on how to see well, to become more familiar with God's ways, learning to see what the Father reveals in us and around us.You may also enjoy John Mark Comer's book, Practicing The Way, like Phil did.Activation:Here's your request of the Lord this week:“Lord, help me to see.”

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this third episode, Phil challenges us with five different perspectives of how we might engage with God and learn His ways through experience.Exodus 3 - MosesGen 28 - JacobNum 22 - BalaamJer 1 - JeremiahJohn 1 - NathanielActivation:Spend 5 minutes daily this week asking one question only:“God, what are You drawing my attention to today?”

Eyes of the SeerLearning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this second episode, Phil pulls back the curtain to reveal his personal process for seeing what the Lord puts before him.  (below).  He shares recent testimonies of how the Lord shows Himself to the mature."And the man wondering at her held his peace, to wit whether the LORD had made his journey prosperous or not."  Genesis 24:21The Bible "arrested" me.I stopped to wait... and see.I pondered prayerfully.I studied with wise advisers.I submitted to Holy Spirit.I held my peace.I waited for God's confirmation of God's version of prosperity.Activation:Get your copy of Limbo Land and grow in the sacred space of wait and encounter.https://www.philstrong.com/product/limbo-land/“God, what are You drawing my attention to today?”

Eyes of the Seer Learning to see, hear, and respond to God in everyday life.This season confronts the quiet crisis in the Church: believers who love God, read Scripture, attend gatherings… yet live unsure whether God is actually speaking to them.Prophetic Aim:To re-normalise hearing God as foundational Christian maturity, not elite spirituality — and to activate listeners into confidence, discernment, and responsive obedience.In this first episode, Phil challenges us to see what others miss, to become more mature in our spiritual formation so that we see God in every aspect of our day."My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me."  John 10:27Hearing God isn’t advanced Christianity — it’s basic relationship.Silence is often misinterpreted restraint or invitation.Activation: Spend 5 minutes daily this week asking one question only:“God, what are You drawing my attention to today?”

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 7 — The Intercessors' LanternKey Verse: James 5:16b— “The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”In this conclusion to the series, Phil gets a little bit of Bible and a whole load of prophecy to stir you into faith, that you would walk in hope in your circumstances, confident that God is faithful.Find Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 6 — The Unfinished BridgeKey Verse: “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion…” — Philippians 1:6Today we talk about the awkward place of being in the middle, where you feel the Lord has led you along the bridge, only to discover it's not finished!  How do you have faith when nothing is finished and everything looks half-built.There's a new book, friends.  Read it here:  Limbo LandFind Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 5 — The Thin PlaceKey Verse: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” — James 4:8Limbo seasons often feel barren, but they’re actually where God’s presence is most concentrated. This episode explores the “thin place” — that holy tension where your weakness meets His nearness.Phil mentions Jacob at the beginning and the end of this episode.  Here's the book he wrote about Jacob as a "holy-clinger."  Hold FastFind Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 4 — Hope Has A SoundKey Verse: Psalm 147:1-3— “Praise the Lord! For it is good to sing praises to our God; for it is pleasant,[a] and a song of praise is fitting.  The Lord builds up Jerusalem;  he gathers the outcasts of Israel.  He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”There's some scripture in this episode and some practical examples of how you can shift your internal world and transform your external world.Phil mentions how David strengthened himself in the Lord.  It's the scripture that led him to write this book:  Stay StrongFind Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 3 — Holding On Even WhenKey Verse: Psalm 37:123-24— “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”Walking with God through uncertainty. This episode explores the tension between faith and confusion — what it means to keep trusting when life doesn’t line up with what we thought God promised.Phil mentions this book:  Hold Fast.Find Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 2 — The Strength of SurrenderKey Verse: 2 Corinthians 12:9 — “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.”We live in a world that celebrates strength, but heaven celebrates surrender. In this message, Phil shares how laying down the need to be strong is often the moment when God’s grace shows up most powerfully. Through Paul’s story of the “thorn” and Phil’s own moments of weakness, you’ll see that helplessness isn’t failure — it’s the soil where grace grows.Check out Rhys Howell's story:  Rhys Howells IntercessorGrab a copy of Phil's book, Hold FastFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Series Description — “Helpless Not Hopeless”When life feels like it’s falling apart, hope can seem out of reach. In Helpless Not Hopeless, Phil Strong explores what it really means to hold faith in the middle of struggle. Each episode brings together Scripture, honest reflection, and real-life stories that prove God’s presence is nearest when life feels hardest. You’ll be reminded that even when you feel powerless, you’re never without purpose — and never beyond His reach.EPISODE 1 — When Hope Feels Out of ReachKey Verse: Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” When everything falls apart, it’s easy to assume God has walked away. But what if hardship is actually proof of His nearness? In this episode, Phil opens up about seasons when he felt abandoned by God — and how hindsight revealed divine fingerprints all along the way. You’ll rediscover a truth that steadies the soul: even when you can’t feel Him, He’s closer than you think.Find Phil's podcast and all his books at https://philstrong.comFollow Phil at:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author

Why do we as church leaders hide the wavering of our faith when you need to see us being real?  And then, why do we preach against wavering faith from the pulpit?This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is very open and brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he  apologises for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author 

Why do we as church leaders avoid confronting the demons who operate in our church?  Please note, I'm not talking about people here, but unclean spirits that operate!  (See Eph 6:12; For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.)If we do not see or sense them, why not?  And if we do, why do we not cast them down?This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.Phil is promising a new book to help with this!  Who the Heck is Veronica will launch very soo, so watch the website and FB to see that release,You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author 

Why do we as church leaders often get grumpy with you?  What might it look like for leaders to love like Jesus?This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.Check out the new devotional resource here:  https://www.philstrong.com/product/stay-strong-devotions/You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author Questions you can ask yourself:How can I make this personal?What is God saying?What is God saying to me?What does God want me to see?What does God want me to do?  (if anything?)

Why do we as church leaders not love our people enough to discipline them?  Seriously, if God loves us as sons and disciplines us accordingly (Heb 12:6) then why do we as leaders avoid this fatherly/motherly role?This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author Scriptures used today:Heb 12:5-61 Cor 3:1-32 Cor 8Acts 17:16-34Acts 16:16-18Acts 19:11-20

Why do we ask church leaders, let you decide your calling or wait until you feel comfortable with it?Desecration, in this episode, refers to avoiding submission to discernment or prophetic utterance, and, empowering comfort over commission.This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author Scripture Referencs today:Acts 13:1-5Acts 16:1-5Genesis 12:1-4Gen 6: 13, 14, 18, 22Genesis 22: 1-4

Why do we, as church leaders, treat you like you're a 40-year old child still living at home?  I'm really sorry we let you sit on your chuff, in the same seat each week, and never made you exercise or go outside to play with your friends.This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author BTW:  If you're interested in the coffee roaster I use, head here:  https://www.kaffelogic.com/ 

What does it mean to puff up another?  Essentially, it's the way we inflate the ego of another beyond healthy and way more than is deserved.  Puffery can lead to feeling self-important; arrogant; pompous.  Yikes!This series is called Apologies of a Church Leader and Phil is going to be brutally honest in apologising for a range of things.  Holding nothing back, he will apologise for the way he (and other leaders) act in ways that is detrimental to the church.This is not done in criticism or cynicism, but with the hope that together we can all work in partnership to make the local church stronger.Please help others by sharing this podcast with friends.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.You can follow Phil here:  https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.author 

Howdy and welcome to the podcast, Coffee With Phil, where we drink good coffee and talk about life and how we can make faith real.In this episode, Phil reviews a book that has recently impacted him, pointing to the age old biblical discipline of lament, one that has been forgotten by the modern church.Book title:  Dark clouds.  Deep Mercy.  Author: Mark Vroegop.Here's a few links for you to check out the book:Author website - https://www.markvroegop.com/Book Review - Gospel CoalitionBook Purchase via Grace BooksBook Purchase - https://amzn.asia/d/3nvzTNTBook Quotes - https://www.crossway.org/articles/9-notable-quotes-from-dark-clouds-deep-mercy/Here are the key points I share in this episode:1. When you're desperate you pray deeper.2. Lament has four parts:  turn, complain, ask, trust.3. Don't stop praying, push through.4. Ask Boldly.5. Pain is a platform for worship.6. Hope springs from Truth rehearsed.7. Lament is a surprising personal discovery.You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.

Welcome to Coffee With Phil with your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this final episode, Phil tells stories from missions visits that have expanded his view of the world, transforming how he sees himself and others. How could you look at life differently?  How could you serve others, not just overseas, but even in your own backyard or in your family?Remember, people may not read the Bible, but they will read you!You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.

Welcome to Coffee With Phil with your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this fifth episode, Phil speaks of the deep need each of us has to understand the design of God making us unique and purposeful.  Don't compare friends!If you're interested in the book Phil referred to in his unusual introduction, 'Stay Strong,' you can find out more here:  You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.

Welcome to Coffee With Phil with your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this fourth episode, Phil speaks of the love of the Trinity - "other-centred love" - and suggests that the way God loves is the way we should love.  How does this look in our marriage, with our children, or in our community?  Listen to the stories Phil shares and be encouraged - you can do this!Remember, people may not read the Bible, but they will read you!If you're interested in the book Phil referred to, 'The Great Trinitarian Dance,' you can find out more here:  https://amzn.asia/d/bUfGRppRead a review here:  https://www.worksofmacdonald.com/book-reviews/2018/7/3/c-baxter-kruger-the-great-danceOr dance here:  https://www.soulshepherding.org/dance-trinity/Or check out this message:  https://www.cathedralatl.org/sermons/the-dance-of-the-trinity/You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs, articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.

Welcome to Coffee With Phil with your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this third episode, Phil speaks of a kind of evangelism that speaks slowly... and in a way any one of us could be active... and should be!People may not read the Bible, but they will read you!You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com: blogs articles, book downloads, and all Phil's podcast episodes.

Welcome to Coffee With Phil and your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this second episode, Phil speaks of how we can live overly and overtly generous toward others; in finances, but also in our time as we give ourselves to others so they might see the love and goodness of God..People may not read the Bible, but they will read you!You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.comYou can find Dream Culture here: https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Culture-Bringing-Dreams-Life/dp/1456361414

Welcome to Coffee With Phil and your podcast host, Phil Strong.This series is called Let Your Light Shine and is birthed from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:14-16.  "Let your light shine before all men..."This entire series will be based on stories from Phil's journey that are shared in a way to encourage you to let your light shine.  What will you commit to do?In this first episode, Phil speaks of how he has promoted Kingdom principles through the way he lives personally, financially, in business and in family.People may not read the Bible, but they will read you!You can access more content from Phil at https://philstrong.com

In this series, Wrestling with God, Phil takes a deep-dive look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 32 where he wrestled all night with a man-none other than God Himself!  Listen to the stories as you hear Phil share his faith in the season of in-between and how he fights for the blessing of God.  In this final episode of the the series, Isra-el, Phil points us to the release of identity that God has for us as He weaves us into the narrative of His covenant story.  This becomes the whole point of the wrestling season: God will release identity that enables inheritance.If you want to learn how to wrestle with God, there's a new book on offer.  called Hold Fast.  Full of insights and devotional material, you can access it here:https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FH8C5Q3JOr, follow him here on social.https://facebook.com/phil.strong.author/Grab a coffee for yourself and hang out with Phil.  All of his content is here:https://philstrong.com

In this series, Wrestling with God, Phil takes a deep-dive look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 32 where he wrestled all night with a man-none other than God Himself!  Listen to the stories as you hear Phil share his faith in the season of in-between and how he fights for the blessing of God.  In this sixth episode of the the series, Peni-el, Phil points us to the revelation of God in the story, and how the fingerprints of God give evidence hat He is with us!  Phil also looks at a strange question; what would cause a man to kill his daughter?Reminder, there's a new book on offer.  If you want to grab a copy of Phil's latest book, Hold Fast, head here:https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FH8C5Q3JOr, follow him here on social.https://facebook.com/phil.strong.author/Grab a coffee for yourself and hang out with Phil.  All of his content is here:https://philstrong.com

In this new series, Wrestling with God, Phil takes a deep-dive look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 32 where he wrestled al night with a man-none other than God Himself!  Listen to the stories as you hear Phil share his faith in the season of in-between and how he fights for the blessing of God.  In this fifth episode of the the series, Emmanu-el, Phil points us to the revelation of God in the story, and how the fingerprints of God give evidence hat He is with us!  Do not miss the importance of why Jesus initiates this encounter - it's for you!If you want to grab a copy of Phil's next book, Hold Fast, head here:https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FH8C5Q3JOr, follow him here on social.https://facebook.com/phil.strong.author/Grab a coffee for yourself and hang out with Phil.  All of his content is here:https://philstrong.comEdit This Episode

In this new series, Wrestling with God, Phil takes a deep-dive look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 32 where he wrestled al night with a man-none other than God Himself!  Listen to the stories as you hear Phil share his faith in the season of in-between and how he fights for the blessing of God.  In this fourth episode of the the series, What is the ultimate prize?, Phil challenges us to ensure we are fighting for the right thing, not settling for comfort or confidence in the short term, but to "look long".If you want to keep an eye out for Phil's next book, Hold Fast, follow him here on social.https://facebook.com/phil.strong.author/Grab a coffee for yourself and hang out with Phil.https://philstrong.com

This new series is all about how we encounter God in a moment or a season, where He wants to take us into a place of transformation.  How will we respond?  Will we lean on our strength, or will we yield?In this series, Phil Strong shares his personal journey in reflection of the story of Jacob; a man who wrestled with God.  What can we learn for ourselves?  What will we yield?Grab a coffee and sit with Phil as he shares a story that will help to make faith real, to walk out our story with the One who will never fail us.Don't forget the promise of a new book dropping soon.  Keep an eye out for an announcement here: https://www.facebook.com/phil.strong.authorhttps://philstrong.com

This new series is all about how we encounter God in a moment or a season, where He wants to take us into a place of transformation.  How will we respond?  Will we lean on our strength, or will we yield?In this series, Phil Strong shares his personal journey in reflection of the story of Jacob; a man who wrestled with God.  What can we learn for ourselves?  What will we yield?Grab a coffee and sit with Phil as he shares a story that will help to make faith real, to walk out our story with the One who will never fail us.https://philstrong.com

In this new series, Wrestling with God, Phil takes a deep-dive look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 32 where he wrestled al night with a man-none other than God Himself!  Listen to the stories as you hear Phil share his faith in the season of in-between and how he fights for the blessing of God.  In this first episode of the the series, What Is Your Name?, Phil reminds us why God asks questions and how God meets us to bring transformation.Grab a coffee for yourself and hang out with Phil.https://philstrong.com

What is this place of in-between?  The place between here and there, the place between promise and profit, the place where God has you waiting.  Arrrgggghhhh!  Who likes waiting?Welcome to Coffee With Phil and your host, Phil Strong, as he shares his journey of sitting in the in-between.  What does it feel like to be almost there, but not yet?  What should you do in this space and what can we learn from Moses?  What on earth is the "pirate dance"?This episode is in-between series and you'll hear what that's all about in the introduction.  But for now, grab your coffee and enjoy your time with Phil.Find Phil online:  https://philstrong.com

Are you in a season of change? Join Phil as he discusses how promotion isn’t always what you think you are getting. If you're the kind of person that doesn’t want to be in tune with the season God has you in you definitely won't want to be challenged by Phil in this podcast. But, if you're ready to begin the lift and shift grab yourself some time and enjoy coffee with Phil.  BONUS CONTENT Bible Reference: Exodus Bible Reference: Joshua Website: https://zionpeople.nz/ Blog Post: https://zionpeople.nz/when-is-trust-not-faith/ Bible Reference: Hebrews 11:1 Bible Reference: Jeremiah 29:11 Bible Reference: James 2 Podcast: CWP. 115. Bearing the Burden of Obedience Bible Reference: Matthew 25   ZION PEOPLE Check out our other podcast: Zion People. It's a bi-weekly podcast, that shares Christian teachings in sermon style format. Our desire is that the content presented will encourage and uplift you, to inspire and teach you, and most importantly, connect you with Jesus. Follow Zion on Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

Are you in a season of promotion and surrender? Join Phil as he discusses how to be fully surrendered and fully participating. If you're the kind of person that cannot surrender, you definitely won't want to be challenged by Phil in this podcast. But, if you're ready to fully surrender and participate in what God has for you grab yourself some time and enjoy coffee with Phil. BONUS CONTENT Podcast: CWP. 111. Lift and Shift Bible Reference: 2 Kings 13:14-25 Bible Reference: 2 Kings 4:1-7 Bible Reference: Matthew 14:20  ZION PEOPLE Check out our other podcast: Zion People. It's a bi-weekly podcast, that shares Christian teachings in sermon style format. Our desire is that the content presented will encourage and uplift you, to inspire and teach you, and most importantly, connect you with Jesus. Follow Zion on Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook 

Are you in a season where lies are coming at you or from within you? Join Phil as he discusses the lies that you may be believing. If you're the kind of person that wants to agree with lies you definitely won't want to be challenged by Phil in this podcast. But, if you're ready to have the ears to hear the truth grab yourself some time and enjoy coffee with Phil. BONUS CONTENT Bible Reference: Ephesians 6 Bible Reference: Judges 6 Bible Reference: Jeremiah 1 Bible Reference: Isaiah 6 Bible Reference: Matthew 13 Bible Reference: Romans 8 Bible Reference: Ephesians 1:5 Bible Reference: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14 Bible Reference: Philippians 1:6 Bible Reference: 1 Peter 2:9 Bible Reference: 2 Timothy 1:9 Bible Reference: John 17:22 Bible Reference: 1 Corinthians 1:9 ZION PEOPLE Check out our other podcast: Zion People. It's a bi-weekly podcast, that shares Christian teachings in sermon style format. Our desire is that the content presented will encourage and uplift you, to inspire and teach you, and most importantly, connect you with Jesus. Follow Zion on Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook