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🎧 Sermon Title: Refined by Fire, Kept by GodScripture: 1 Peter 1:3–9 Speaker: Paul Mulroney🔍 Episode SummaryWhat if the trials you’re facing right now aren’t obstacles—but part of God’s process?In this message from 1 Peter 1:3–9, Paul explores how God uses life’s challenges to refine our faith, just as fire purifies gold. While trials can feel uncomfortable, uncertain, and even painful, they are not without purpose.Because of the resurrection of Jesus, we have a living hope—a secure future that cannot be taken away. And in the meantime, God is at work in us, shaping, strengthening, and refining our faith.Refined now. Secure forever.💡 Key ThemesA living hope grounded in the resurrection of JesusAn eternal inheritance that is kept in heaven for you—pure and undefiledGod’s active protection over our livesTrials as a refining process, not a punishmentFaith that is proven genuine through testingJoy that comes not from circumstances, but from Christ🔥 Key TakeawayYour future in Christ is guaranteed—but your faith is being refined.🧠 Reflection QuestionsWhere in your life are you currently experiencing pressure or trial?What might God be bringing to the surface in this season?How are you responding—resisting, avoiding, or surrendering to God’s work?What are you feeding your soul with during this time?🙏 Prayer Prompt“Lord, in the middle of what I’m facing, help me to trust You. Refine my faith. Shape my heart. And remind me that my future in You is secure. Amen.”📖 Scripture1 Peter 1:3–9 (NLT) A powerful reminder that we are born again into a living hope, with an inheritance that can never perish, spoil, or fade—and that even through trials, God is at work refining our faith.🎯 Final EncouragementThe fire you’re walking through is not there to destroy you— it’s there to refine you.Refined now. Secure forever.

🎧 Podcast TitleIt’s Not Over Until God Says It’s Over✍️ Episode DescriptionWhat do you do when hope feels lost?On Easter Sunday, we remember that what looked like the end was only the beginning. The resurrection of Jesus reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God is still at work.In this message, Paul Mulroney shares a personal story of crisis and breakthrough, connects it with the disciples’ experience of Good Friday, and points us to the unshakable truth of Easter: God keeps His promises.If you’re in a season of waiting, uncertainty, or loss—this message will encourage you to hold onto hope.Because it’s not over until God says it’s over.🔑 Key ScriptureMatthew 28:1–10Romans 11:29Colossians 3:1–4💡 Key TakeawaysIt’s not over until God says it’s overThe resurrection proves that God keeps His promisesHope sustains us in seasons of uncertainty and waitingGod is still at work—even when we can’t see it yetWe respond by trusting Him, waiting on Him, and drawing near through prayer and worship🙏 Reflection QuestionsWhere in my life does it feel like “the end”?What promise of God do I need to hold onto right now?How can I create space this week to pause and listen to God?🛠️ This Week’s PracticeTake time each day to pause before God. Spend a few moments in prayer, worship, or reading Scripture, and ask: “Lord, what are You saying to me in this season?”🔥 Memorable Line“It’s not over until God says it’s over.”🙌 Closing EncouragementThe same power that raised Jesus from the dead is still at work today— in your life, your circumstances, and your future.Hold onto hope. God isn’t finished yet.

Title: What Feeds Your Soul? Scripture: John 4:5–42What keeps you going when life feels overwhelming?In a world that moves faster and faster, many of us run on empty—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In this message, Paul Mulroney explores the powerful story of Jesus and the woman at the well in John 4, where Jesus reveals a surprising truth: there is a kind of nourishment that goes deeper than physical food or water.When Jesus tells his disciples, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me,” he shows us that our spirits are sustained when we live in step with God’s purpose.Through this encounter at the well, we see:Jesus reaching across social and cultural barriersThe promise of living water that satisfies our deepest thirstA woman whose encounter with Jesus transforms an entire townThe invitation to open our eyes to the spiritual harvest around usJust as our bodies need food, our spirits need nourishment. This message explores how the Holy Spirit energises us to participate in the work God is already doing in the world.Key TakeawayWhen we step into what God is doing, our spirit is nourished and our lives are filled with His life.In This MessageWe explore four important questions:What do we need to know? Our spirits are sustained by the life of God, just as our bodies are sustained by food and water.Why does it matter? Without spiritual nourishment we become weary and disconnected from the life God intends for us.What should we do? Learn to recognise the moments when God is at work and respond to the prompting of the Holy Spirit.Why should we do it? Because living in step with God brings joy, purpose, and spiritual life.A Simple Way to RememberSee – Respond – Be FilledSee where God is workingRespond to the Spirit’s promptingBe filled with the life of GodKey ScriptureJohn 4:34“My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work.”

The Mountain Changes the ValleyMatthew 17:1–9 | The Transfiguration of Jesus Bold Light Podcast — Paul MulroneyIn this message, Paul reflects on the Transfiguration of Jesus and asks an important question: Why does God give us mountaintop experiences?Many of us have experienced moments where God feels especially close — at a camp, a conference, a retreat, or during a season of prayer. These moments can be powerful and life-changing. But what are they for? And what happens when life returns to normal?Looking at Matthew 17:1–9, alongside the parallel accounts in Mark and Luke, we explore how the Transfiguration was not just a moment of glory, but a preparation for what was to come. Before the disciples witnessed the suffering of the cross, they were given a glimpse of Jesus’ true glory — a reminder that what looked like defeat was actually part of God’s greater plan.The Transfiguration teaches us that mountaintop moments are real and important, but they are not the destination. They are given to strengthen us for the journey.The mountain is where we see Jesus clearly. The valley is where we follow Him faithfully.In this message you’ll discover:Why the Transfiguration appears in multiple Gospel accountsHow moments of spiritual clarity prepare us for ordinary lifeThe rhythm of encounter and obedience in the Christian lifeHow faith is lived out beyond spiritual highsWhy God’s glory sustains us when life becomes difficultWhether you are currently on a mountain or walking through a valley, this message is an encouragement to remember who walks with you.

Faith That Reaches MondayIsaiah 58:1–12 — True Worship and Integrated FaithIn this message, Paul Mulroney explores Isaiah 58 and God’s challenge to His people about the difference between outward religious activity and a life genuinely shaped by His heart. Isaiah confronts the danger of faith that looks sincere on the surface but does not transform how we live, work, and treat others throughout the week.Drawing from personal experience and the prophetic message of Isaiah, this message invites us to consider whether our Sunday worship is reflected in our Monday lives — and how authentic faith leads not only to personal transformation, but to restoration in the world around us.Key ScriptureIsaiah 58:1–12 (NLT) “True and False Worship”Message SummaryThe prophet Isaiah speaks to a people who are active in religious practices — fasting, worship, and prayer — yet whose lives remain unchanged. God’s concern is not with their activity, but with the disconnect between their worship and their daily lives.True worship, Isaiah reveals, is not about outward performance. It is expressed through justice, mercy, compassion, and integrity. When faith becomes integrated into everyday life, it produces healing, restoration, and flourishing not only for individuals but for communities and future generations.This message explores how faith can become compartmentalised, why hypocrisy damages faith beyond ourselves, and how God invites His people into a deeper, transformational way of living.Key Themes1. The Danger of Compartmentalised FaithIt is possible to be sincere and active in spiritual practices while still missing God’s heart. Worship that does not shape how we live Monday to Saturday becomes empty ritual.God measures our devotion not by what we say to Him, but by how His character shows up in our lives.2. What True Worship Looks LikeIsaiah reframes fasting and worship as actions that reflect God’s character:Freeing the oppressedTreating people fairlySharing resources with those in needSpeaking truthfully and compassionatelyTrue worship shows up in how we use power, resources, and words.3. Faith That RebuildsIsaiah ends with hope. When God’s people live in alignment with His heart, they become known as repairers of broken walls — people who restore what has been damaged and bring life where there was once ruin.Authentic faith leaves a legacy for future generations.Key TakeawayFaith that stays on Sunday leaves ruins behind, but faith that reaches Monday rebuilds lives.Reflection QuestionsDoes my Sunday faith shape how I live during the week?Where might my faith have become routine rather than transformational?How do I use power, resources, and words in my everyday life?What is one practical step I can take this week to align my life more closely with God’s heart?PrayerLord, help our faith to move beyond words and rituals. Shape our hearts so that our lives reflect Your justice, mercy, and compassion. May we become people who rebuild what is broken and bring Your restoration into the world. Amen.

Fulfil All RighteousnessPaul Mulroney | NorthcliffeIn this special service from Northcliffe, Paul Mulroney explores the meaning and power of baptism through the story of Jesus’ own baptism in Matthew 3.Why was Jesus baptised if He had no sin? What does baptism mean today? And how do these sacred moments shape and remind us of who we are in God?Drawing on Scripture, church history, and personal stories, this message unpacks baptism as a means of grace — an outward sign of an inward work — and a public declaration of our faith in Christ. Paul also challenges us not only to remember our baptism, but to live intentionally, making space to be present with God and to walk in deeper relationship with Him.With baptisms taking place later that day at Windy Harbour, this message is both a teaching and an invitation: to step forward in faith, to renew our devotion, and to choose again to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.Key Scriptures: Matthew 3:13–17, Matthew 28:18–20, Acts 2:38–39, Romans 6:3–4Key Themes: Baptism • Means of grace • Obedience • New life in Christ • Public faith • Identity • Presence with God • Freedom to flourish🎧 Whether you’re considering baptism or reflecting on your own faith journey, this message will encourage you to remember, renew, and respond to God’s grace.

🎧 Podcast Show NotesTitle: Be Still. Be Present.Paul Mulroney | C3 StandAs we begin a new year and launch our Free Flow Summer series, Paul Mulroney shares a timely word for 2026: Be still. Be present.In a distracted, always-on world, this message calls us to slow down, step out of the noise, and make space for God. Drawing from Psalm 46:10, Paul reminds us that flourishing doesn’t come from striving, but from being present with the One who is fully in control.Through practical insights and everyday examples, we’re invited to recharge our spiritual lives, reconnect with God, and position our hearts for what He is doing in this season.Key Scripture: Psalm 46:10🎧 Pause. Breathe. Be present with God.

🎧 Podcast Show NotesTitle: Immanuel: Our Hope Is in GodIn this Advent message, Paul Mulroney explores the biblical theme of hope in uncertain times, drawing from Isaiah 7:10–16 and the promise of Immanuel — God with us. Set against the backdrop of political fear, looming conflict, and King Ahaz’s struggle to trust God, this sermon speaks powerfully into our own seasons of anxiety, disappointment, and waiting.Paul unpacks the historical context of Isaiah’s prophecy, revealing how God’s promises often carry layers of fulfilment— both immediate and eternal. While Ahaz looked for military solutions, God offered something far more profound: His presence. Not an army, not a spectacle, but a child — vulnerable, small, yet full of divine promise.This message reminds us that our hope is not found in outcomes, timetables, or quick fixes, but in a faithful God who walks with us through uncertainty. Using the imagery of planting a tree and waiting for shade, Paul reflects on the tension between waiting (yakhal) and being stretched (qavah) — and how God grows our faith in the waiting.As we prepare for Christmas, this sermon invites us to trust again, to release fear, and to anchor our hope firmly in God — because God is with us.

Podcast Show NotesTitle: Transformation in 2025: Becoming God’s Masterpiece Speaker: Paul Mulroney Church: C3 Stand Series: Free Flow Summer SeriesEpisode Summary: In this inspiring message to launch 2025, Ps Paul Mulroney explores C3 Stand’s prophetic theme for the year: Transformation. Building on Ps Elton’s message on being chosen—called by a higher power, for a divine purpose, under God’s favour—Paul unpacks what transformation looks like for individuals, the church, and the wider body of Christ.This sermon journeys through Romans 12:1–2, revealing how true transformation begins when we offer our whole selves as “living sacrifices” and allow God to renew our minds from the inside out. Paul contrasts the call to transformation with the pressure to conform to the world, drawing on the testimony of the early church and their radical, countercultural love.Using a creative live origami demonstration, Paul illustrates how God shapes His people into masterpieces—unique, purposeful, and beautiful. Even when we can’t see the final picture, God is folding, forming, preparing us for the future He has designed.2025 will “have a different shape than 2024,” and Paul invites listeners to stop, reflect, reset, and ask: What needs to change in my life for God’s transformational power to flow?Topics Covered:Transition vs. transformation: the prophetic word for 2025What it means to be chosen by God: higher power, purpose, and favourStories from Bold Light country ministry (2024 recap)How Romans 12:1–2 describes the foundation of transformationOffering our everyday life as worshipThe danger of conforming to the culture around usThe radical love and lifestyle of the early churchTransformation through renewing the mindOrigami as a picture of God’s shaping processPersonal reflection: what needs to change in your life?Moving forward empowered by God’s strength, not our ownKey Scripture References:Romans 12:1–2 (NIV, MSG)Proverbs 23:7Examples from the lives of Peter, Paul, Gideon, Abram/AbrahamListener Takeaways:God is calling His people into transformation—deep, lasting, Spirit-led change.Transformation happens when we surrender every part of our lives to God.Don’t conform to the patterns of the world; fix your attention on God.The early church changed the world through love, sacrificial giving, and integrity.Transformation often feels confusing in the moment—like origami—yet God sees the masterpiece.A new year requires new choices; without change, we repeat old patterns.God’s will becomes clear as we immerse ourselves in His Word and listen to His Spirit.When we submit to God’s shaping, He brings out the best in us and leads us into maturity.About the Speaker: Paul and Caroline Mulroney are itinerant pastors with C3 Stand and founders of Bold Light, a country ministry bringing encouragement, preaching, and pastoral support to churches across regional WA. In 2024 they completed 18 speaking engagements, 13 country trips, and ministered across 3125 km—answering God’s call to stand, shine, and bring hope to the bush.

Podcast Show NotesTitle: Facing Temptation: Standing Firm in the Wilderness Speaker: Paul Mulroney Church: C3 Stand Series: Lent / Following JesusEpisode Summary: In this powerful Lent-season message, Paul Mulroney explores the nature of temptation through the story of Jesus in the wilderness (Luke 4:1–13). With humour, personal stories, and real-world examples—from chocolate cravings to deeper struggles of addiction—Paul shows how temptation appears in everyday life and how Jesus’ response gives us a model for overcoming it.Paul unpacks the three temptations of Jesus:The temptation to misuse powerThe temptation to take shortcuts to successThe temptation to test God and seek validationThrough scripture, personal experience, and practical wisdom, Paul reminds listeners that every temptation is ultimately a test of whether we will put God’s will before our own. This episode encourages believers to use Lent as a time to strengthen their relationship with God through piety, study, and action, standing firm just as Jesus did.Topics Covered:What temptation really is and why we all experience itWhy Jesus was tempted at His weakest momentThe “shortcut to authority” and why it always backfiresTrusting God without demanding proofThe role of scripture in defeating temptationHow Lent helps us prepare our heartsPractical strategies for resisting temptation in daily lifeReal-life stories of overcoming addictive patternsThe importance of surrender over willpowerKey Scripture References:Luke 4:1–13Deuteronomy 8:3Deuteronomy 6:13Deuteronomy 6:16–171 Corinthians 10:13Listener Takeaways:Temptation is not a sin—what we do with it is what matters.Every temptation asks: Will I trust God’s will, or choose my own?Scripture is a weapon Jesus used—and we can too.God always provides a way out of temptation.Lent is an opportunity to strengthen our walk through sacrifice, reflection, and spiritual discipline.About the Speaker: Paul Mulroney is an itinerant pastor with C3 Stand, passionate about helping people stand firm on God’s promises, grow in faith, and follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

🎙️ Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title:Get Off the Blame Train — Living in God’s Grace (Luke 13:1–9)Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt and timely message, Pastor Paul Mulroney shares a deeply personal and biblical reflection on tragedy, suffering, and the nature of God’s grace. Drawing from real-life experiences of loss, hardship, and unexpected misfortune, Paul asks the age-old question: Why do bad things happen to good people?Walking through Luke 13:1–9, he challenges the belief that suffering is always the result of personal sin or divine punishment. Instead, Jesus redirects us toward repentance, fruitfulness, and a life shaped by grace. This sermon gently but powerfully reveals that while we live in a broken world where difficult things happen, God’s heart is not judgement but redemption.Through the parable of the fig tree, Paul shows how God gives us “one more chance,” tending and nurturing us so that we may flourish and bear godly fruit. This episode calls believers to step off the “blame train,” renew their view of God as a loving Father, and live as agents of grace in a hurting world.Key ThemesWhy bad things happen — and why it’s not always judgmentJesus’ response to tragedy and current eventsRepentance as an invitation, not condemnationGod’s grace as nurture and patienceThe parable of the fig tree and spiritual fruitfulnessMoving from fear of God’s judgement to relationship with the FatherBeing agents of grace in a world full of sufferingStanding firm in faith through seasons of loss and uncertaintyLetting God transform our minds during LentWhat You’ll LearnHow Jesus reframes tragedy in Luke 13Why repentance is central to spiritual growthHow to recognise and resist the “blame mindset”What the fruits of the Spirit look like in everyday lifeHow suffering can reshape your view of GodWhy grace is both a gift and a journeyPractical steps to bring God’s peace and healing to othersReflection Prompts for ListenersWhen bad things happen, where does your mind go first—blame or grace?How has your view of God shaped the way you interpret suffering?What fruit is God nurturing in your life right now?Who in your world needs you to be an agent of grace this week?Scripture ReferencesLuke 13:1–9John 9:1–3Isaiah 5:1–7Micah 7:1–2Matthew 3:7–10Matthew 7:15–20Romans 12:1–2Psalm 139:23–24Memorable Quote“Get off the blame train and get on the grace train.”

🎧 Podcast Show Notes“New Creation: Letting Go of the Past and Living Reconciled”Sermon on 2 Corinthians 5:16–21In this heartfelt and hope-filled message, Pastor Paul Mulroney explores the transforming power of God’s grace through the lens of 2 Corinthians 5. Drawing from real experiences—ministering in prisons through Kairos, walking through grief, preaching across WA, and journeying through Lent—Paul brings to life the Apostle Paul’s bold declaration: “If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation.”This sermon speaks directly to anyone who has wrestled with their past, felt the weight of old mistakes, or wondered if genuine change is possible. Through stories, Scripture, and practical teaching, Paul shows how God doesn’t just refurbish us—He makes us entirely new. The old has gone. A new identity has begun.You’ll discover what it means to be reconciled to God, how to stop viewing yourself through the lens of past failures, and how to see others the way God sees them—by the heart, not outward appearance. You’ll also hear a powerful challenge: to live as Christ’s ambassadors, carrying the message of reconciliation into a world longing for hope, restoration, and second chances.This message invites you to stop looking in the rear-view mirror, to break agreement with shame, and to embrace the freedom Christ has already won for you. You’re not an ex-sinner—you’re a saint, a new creation, and a beloved child of God.✨ Episode HighlightsHow Lent invites us into renewal, reflection, and discipleshipA powerful story of transformation inside Acacia PrisonWhat it means to be fully reconciled to GodThe difference between ex-sinner thinking and new-creation identityWhy we must stop evaluating people by outward appearancesSeeing others by the heart, the way God sees themBecoming Christ’s ambassadors of reconciliationWhy your past no longer defines your futureLiving with a renewed mind and a restored identityPractical steps for walking in the reality of being “in Christ”📖 Key Scriptures2 Corinthians 5:16–212 Corinthians 5:14–15 (MSG)2 Corinthians 5:17 (TPT)Romans 5:11 (on reconciliation)Psalm 145:18 (Lent theme)🧠 Reflection QuestionsWhat parts of your past do you still let define you?How would your life change if you truly believed you are a new creation?Who in your life needs to hear the message of reconciliation?Where is God inviting you to see others by the heart instead of appearances?

🎧 Podcast Show NotesPatient Endurance: God Is Our Personal TrainerIn this encouraging Trinity Sunday message, Pastor Paul Mulroney explores how the Holy Spirit not only fills us with God’s love but also trains us to develop spiritual endurance. Drawing from Romans 5:1–5, Paul unpacks the biblical progression from faith to hope—and how trials become opportunities for growth rather than setbacks.Paul shares personal stories of fitness training, cycling, and the challenge of sticking with difficult disciplines, showing how these moments mirror God’s work in shaping our character. Just as a personal trainer pushes us beyond comfort for our good, God uses the pressures of life to strengthen our faith, maturity, and resilience.Through Scripture—from Romans, James, Hebrews, and the words of Jesus—you’ll be invited to see your challenges through a new lens: not as punishment, but as proof of God’s love and investment in your growth. This message encourages believers to cultivate “patient endurance,” to push deeper into God’s grace, and to embrace the small, daily steps that form a strong and lasting faith.Whether you’re facing health issues, family pressures, workplace stress, or spiritual fatigue, this sermon reminds you: God is for you, not against you. He is training you, shaping you, and equipping you to stand strong.✨ Episode HighlightsWhat Pentecost means for our everyday discipleshipWhy trials are not setbacks but trainingThe biblical flow: Faith → Peace → Endurance → Character → HopeHow God uses difficulty to refine usSpiritual neuroplasticity—“use it or lose it”Practical steps to build Scripture-driven enduranceEncouragement to grow daily in prayer, trust, and spiritual habitsSeeing God as your personal trainer who strengthens you for the journey📖 Key ScripturesRomans 5:1–5James 1:2–4John 16:33Hebrews 10:35–36🧠 Questions for ReflectionWhat trials are you facing that God may be using to grow endurance in you?Where is He inviting you to “level up” your faith?What small, daily habits can you begin to build spiritual resilience?

Podcast Show NotesTitle: You Can’t Move Forward While Looking Back Speaker: Paul Mulroney Scripture: Luke 9:51–62In this powerful and practical message, Paul Mulroney unpacks Jesus’ call to wholehearted discipleship through Luke 9:51–62—one of the most confronting and clarifying passages in the Gospels. Through personal stories of farm life, sailing misadventures, and everyday moments where focus is essential, Paul highlights a simple but life-changing truth: you cannot move forward in faith while looking back in comfort.Drawing from Jesus’ journey toward Jerusalem, the Samaritan rejection, and the three would-be disciples on the road, this sermon explores what it really means to follow Jesus with determination, clarity, and purpose. Listeners are invited to consider the cost of discipleship, the danger of distraction, and the call to prioritise the Kingdom of God above all else.This message offers encouragement for anyone feeling pulled in many directions, stuck in old patterns, or hesitant to step fully into God’s calling. With clear next steps—including daily prayer practices and small habits that build faith over time—Paul helps us see how to cultivate an undivided heart and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.Key themes: focus, calling, obedience, spiritual habits, perseverance, discipleship, courage, purpose.

🎧 Podcast Show Notes – “Chairs! Believe for Growth!”In this week’s message from our Transformation Beyond Self series, Pastor Paul Mulroney brings an encouraging and deeply practical word from James 1:2–4. Trials, challenges, setbacks, and stretching moments aren’t signs of failure—they’re opportunities for God to grow endurance, character, and spiritual maturity in us. Paul shares personal stories of parenting struggles, supporting a neighbour in crisis, theft, identity fraud, and the journey of becoming itinerant pastors serving churches across WA. Through every trial, God forms us so we can better walk with others through theirs.Paul also revisits prophetic words spoken over his life decades ago, reminding us that God often plants seeds that grow across seasons. We’re encouraged to do the same—revisit what God has spoken, reflect on how He has shaped us, and recognise the spiritual “faith muscles” we’ve developed. Transformation isn’t just for us; it positions us to transform the world around us. This is a message full of warmth, testimony, biblical truth, and practical wisdom for every believer facing a difficult season.

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes — “Christ at the Centre” (Paul Mulroney)In this message, Paul Mulroney shares a heartfelt and practical sermon on returning to the foundations of our faith and placing Jesus at the very centre of our lives. Drawing from Colossians 1:15–28, Paul unpacks Paul the apostle’s powerful reminder that Christ is supreme over all creation, the head of the church, and the one who holds all things together—including us.Through relatable stories about coffee, music, work, and discipleship, Paul explores how “going back to basics” often brings the clarity and transformation we’ve long needed. He encourages believers to deepen their foundations through daily spiritual disciplines, fix their eyes on Christ alone, and allow Jesus to shape their identity, purpose, and maturity.This sermon calls us to reflect personally: Where have we drifted? What foundations need rebuilding? What would life look like if Christ truly sat at the centre of everything?Be encouraged as you are reminded that Christ in you is the hope of glory, and that God desires you to grow, flourish, and become mature in Him.

“Do You Know Who You Are? — Living Between Two Truths”Preacher: Caroline Mulroney Location: Cuballing Uniting Church Date: 30 November 2025 Readings: Isaiah 2:1–5 • Psalm 122 • Romans 13:11–14 • Matthew 24:36–44Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt and deeply grounded message, Caroline invites the Cuballing Uniting Church community into a reflection on identity, discipleship, and the “two truths” every Christian holds: we are saved, and we are being saved. Drawing from her own family story and formative years in Cuballing, she paints a picture of God as a loving Father who equips His children, walks with them through hardship, and continually forms them into people of light.Caroline explores the themes of the lectionary readings—especially the tension of the “now and not yet” of God’s kingdom. She unpacks Paul’s urgent exhortation in Romans 13 to “wake up,” “cast off darkness,” and “put on the armour of light,” and shows how this is less about fear and more about stepping into the reality of who we truly are in Christ.Key Themes & TakeawaysEnd-Times Without Fear: Jesus tells us that no one knows the hour—so instead of anxiety, we are called to readiness, trust, and partnership with God.Two Coexisting Truths:We are saved.God is saving us—forming us daily through His grace.Identity Matters: Like the older brother in the Prodigal Son story, we often forget who we are and what we already have in the Father. Knowing our identity changes our choices.Renewing the Mind: From Romans 12 onward, Paul gives practical instructions for living out our salvation—loving neighbours, praying for leaders, rejecting darkness, and choosing God’s way.God With Us in All Circumstances: Whether loneliness, injustice, fatigue, or personal struggle, God offers presence, mercy, strength, and healing.Putting on Christ Daily: Following Jesus is an intentional, continual choice—one that reshapes our reactions, relationships, and resilience.Memorable Quotes“We live with two truths: God has saved us. God is saving us.”“If we know who we are in Christ, it changes our choices.”“The Father’s door is always open. Our learning to live in His grace is lifelong—and He walks with us every step of the way.”Scriptures ReferencedRomans 13:11–14 — Wake up, cast off darkness, put on Christ.Romans 3, 6, 7, 8 — The journey from sin to righteousness, the struggle of the flesh, and the assurance of God’s unshakeable love.Luke 15 — The forgiving Father and the identity crisis of the elder brother.1 Peter 1:5 — Guarded by God for a salvation yet to be revealed.A Final ReflectionCaroline closes with the encouragement that carrying our identity in Christ—head and heart—enables us to face not only the end times but every day’s tribulations with confidence. God is our salvation, and the goal of our lives is to grow ever closer to Him.

📘 Show Notes — “Footprints Worth Following”In this message, Ps Paul Mulroney shares a deeply personal and practical reflection on faith, discipleship, and the power of spiritual role models. Speaking to the Bunbury region churches, Paul begins with recent ministry highlights—from serving in Manjimup, Northcliffe and Pemberton, to attending the C3 Stand prophetic conference—and moves into his own testimony of coming to faith in 1985.Paul honours the men and women who shaped his spiritual walk: teachers, pastors, mentors, family members, and the Walk to Emmaus community. These “fathers and mothers of the faith” serve as living examples of what it means to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Listeners are invited to pause and reflect on the people who have shaped their journey with God.Drawing from Hebrews 13, the sermon explores the call to love one another, to show hospitality, to honour marriage, to be content, and above all to remember and emulate the faith of our leaders. With Jesus Christ as the unchanging centre—“the same yesterday, today, and forever”—we are encouraged to follow the faithful example of those who have gone before us.Paul then brings the message home with three essential questions: What do we need to know? Why do we need to know it? What do we need to do? We grow by imitating Christ-like lives, learning from both the strengths and failures of our spiritual predecessors.In a world of distraction, hardship, and spiritual drift, God calls us to perseverance—to keep showing up, keep following Jesus, and keep taking the next small step. As Paul says: “There are footprints worth following.”The message concludes with a blessing and prayer, inviting listeners to consider where God may be calling them back onto the path, and which spiritual role models can help lead them there.

🎙️ Episode Show NotesTitle: Lost and Found Is Heaven’s Sound Speaker: Ps Paul Mulroney Location: C3 StandIn this message, Ps Paul Mulroney explores the heart of God toward those who are lost, drawing from Luke 15 and the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin. Through humour, personal stories, and biblical insight, Paul shows how deeply God values every person—those who wander off in “stupidity,” those who don’t realise they’re lost, and those whom society has pushed to the margins.From childhood memories of losing his class while dressed as a clown, to stories of ministry in country churches and community outreach in Langford, Paul paints a picture of a God who actively seeks out His people with relentless love. Heaven rejoices when even one person is found—and we’re invited to share that same heart.This sermon challenges us to:See ourselves as valued and sought-after by GodReject the Pharisee mindset and embrace compassionNotice the people around us whom God is drawingCelebrate every life transformed by the gospelJoin the Good Shepherd in His mission to find the lostWhether you feel close to God or far away, this message is a reminder: You are valuable. You are worth seeking. God is pursuing you with joy.Key Scripture: Luke 15:1–10 (NLT) Big idea: Lost and found is heaven’s sound.✨ Episode HighlightsStories from ministry trips to Manjimup, Northcliffe, Pemberton and CuballingA reflection on the Emmaus Walk and “unforced rhythms of grace”Humorous stories about losing plectrums, garlic jars, and entire school year groupsThe surprising compassion of Jesus vs. the judgement of the PhariseesThe value of every person—whether sheep, coin, or child of GodReal-life stories of God seeking people through ordinary ChristiansA call to reflect: who are the “tax collectors and notorious sinners” in our world today?

Show Notes — “A New Heart, A New Way: Real Change with God”Speaker: Ps. Paul Mulroney (C3 Stand) Primary Text: Jeremiah 31:27–34 Supporting Scriptures: Psalm 119:97–104 • 2 Timothy 3:16–17 • Matthew 8:1–4In this message, Ps Paul explores one of the most hope-filled promises in all of Scripture—the New Covenant. Through Jeremiah’s prophetic vision, we discover that God is not merely interested in correcting our behaviour; He is committed to transforming our hearts from the inside out.This sermon looks at what change really means in the Christian life. We often try to fix ourselves through sheer willpower—making promises, starting new routines, trying harder. But the gospel reveals a deeper truth: real transformation is a work of God, written not on tablets of stone but on the human heart.Paul unpacks the practical difference between merely breaking old habits and allowing God to form new, life-giving ones. Using relatable examples from daily life, pastoral ministry, and Scripture, he highlights how God graciously reshapes our desires, renews our thinking, and leads us into true freedom.Key ThemesGod’s promise of a New Covenant: not external rules, but internal transformationWhy willpower alone cannot produce lasting changeHow Scripture, prayer, and reflection shape our inner lifeGod’s desire to lead us into shalom—wholeness, healing, and restored purposeThe shift from self-effort to Spirit-empowered growthThe difference between conviction and condemnationHow the Word of God renews our minds and forms Christ in usPractical TakeawaysInvite God to work in the deep places—transformation begins with surrender.Don’t focus only on stopping bad habits—focus on cultivating godly ones.Stay close to Scripture—it teaches, corrects, and trains us for every good work.Receive God’s grace daily—He is patient, persistent, and faithful in shaping us.Let God write His story on your heart, not just your to-do list.Scripture ReferencesJeremiah 31:27–34 — The promise of a new covenantPsalm 119:97–104 — Delighting in God’s law2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture shaping and equipping usMatthew 8:1–4 — A picture of transformation and cleansingMemorable Line“God doesn’t just want to improve your life—He wants to transform your heart.”Closing BlessingA prayer of commissioning to walk in the freedom, renewal, and inner transformation that only God can bring, trusting that He who began a good work in us will bring it to completion.

Show Notes — “God of the Living: When Arguments Miss the Point”Speaker: Ps. Paul Mulroney (C3 Stand) Location: Northcliffe Passage: Luke 20:27–38In this message, Ps. Paul unpacks a surprising encounter between Jesus and the Sadducees—religious leaders who denied the resurrection yet tried to trap Jesus with an absurd theological question. Through humour, personal stories, and clear teaching, Paul explores how Jesus refuses to be dragged into “Bible battles” and instead lifts the conversation to an eternal perspective.We look at the contrast between Pharisees and Sadducees, the cultural background of levirate marriage, and why Jesus’ answer reveals far more than just who is “right.” This sermon challenges us to rethink how we approach conflict, absurd situations, and faith conversations in our daily lives.Key ThemesNo one wins a Bible battle — arguments don’t transform hearts, revelation does.Jesus redirects disputes toward God’s bigger story and eternal truth.God is the God of the living, not the dead — our hope is anchored in resurrection life.Resurrection changes how we see conflict, relationships, and the purpose of Scripture.Our eternal life with God begins now and shapes how we love, forgive, and respond today.TakeawaysChoose relationship over argument. Wisdom is better than cleverness.Keep an eternal perspective. We aren’t meant to live trapped in small debates.Let resurrection life reshape your lens. It’s not about who’s right, but who’s being redeemed.Ask God where you may need to repair relationships, give up old habits, or embrace new ones.Scripture ReferencesLuke 20:27–38Deuteronomy 25:5–6Exodus 3:6Supporting readings from the lectionary:Haggai 1:15b–2:9Psalm 145 / Psalm 982 Thessalonians 2:1–5, 13–17Stories & IllustrationsA university “So What?” crusade at Curtin and a 4m banner hung off the libraryBible battles and denominational disagreementsAbsurd arguments (GST on hot chickens, tomato as a fruit)A heartfelt parable about twins in the womb discovering “life after delivery”Memorable Line“Resurrection changes everything.”Closing BlessingA commissioning to stand firm in resurrection hope, live in God’s presence, and go in peace strengthened by the Holy Spirit.

Show Notes – 16 November Sermon“Stand Firm, Stay Faithful” – Ps Paul MulroneyIn this message, Ps Paul shares from Luke 21:5–19, a powerful passage in the lectionary that speaks directly into the realities of faith, opposition, and perseverance. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching on the Mount of Olives, Paul explores how the early disciples grappled with fear, uncertainty, and persecution—and how Jesus prepared them not with dates and timelines, but with courage, endurance, and the promise of the Holy Spirit.This sermon journeys through: • The contrast between earthly structures we trust and the unshakeable kingdom of God • What Jesus really meant when He warned of war, famine, deception, and persecution • Why opposition to faith shouldn’t surprise us—and how the Holy Spirit equips us to stand • The call to build a deep, resilient relationship with God now, before trials come • How spiritual habits today become spiritual strength tomorrow • What it means to “stand firm” and “stay with Jesus” in a world that often resists the gospelPs Paul also shares stories from recent ministry trips to Northcliffe, Cuballing, and beyond, along with reflections on everyday life, technology jokes, and the kinds of subtle “modern persecutions” believers may encounter.The message ends with a heartfelt challenge: What are you building into your life today that will carry you through tomorrow? May this episode encourage you to press into God’s presence, deepen your devotional life, and hold firmly to Jesus—no matter the season.Key Scriptures: Luke 21:5–19 • Matthew 24:13–14 • Acts 5:36 • John 16:13 • 1 Peter 3:15 • Colossians 4:5–6Main takeaway: Stand firm. Stay faithful. Stay with Jesus.