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On the morning of July 30 and the age of 100, Jim Rosser fell asleep in the Lord. Jim was born in 1926, between the wars a few years before the Great Depression and subsequently lived many decades of service in Christ. This touching recording captures the final public words of Brother Jim Rosser, deliveredContinue reading "117 Final Words – Jim Rosser"
Graeme presents a biblical study of King Hezekiah, arguing that he stands as the second greatest type of Christ after Joseph. The discussion unveils Hezekiah's extraordinary life, from surviving child sacrifice under his apostate father King Ahaz to becoming the king who "trusted in the Lord God of Israel" like no other. Graeme reveals stunning parallels between Isaiah 38 (Hezekiah's illness) and Isaiah 53 (the Suffering Servant), explores the immediate fulfilment of the Immanuel prophecy in Hezekiah's birth, and examines pivotal moments including his temple reformation, the dramatic Assyrian
The Tapestry of Scripture encourages Bible readers to discover for themselves the fascination and beauty of the word patterns and literary shapes woven into Scripture. Once these patterns are identified and appreciated, reading the Bible becomes more effective. Passages which may at first seem repetitive or confusing can now be seen as intricately crafted as tapestries organised around a central spiritual truth.
In conversation with Tabby, we discuss her yearlong volunteer experience in Kenya as she shares her experiences. At twenty-one she moved from Australia to a remote village to teach at a high school operated by the charity Agape in Action. She shares the struggle to come to grips with the stark contrast between her privileged upbringing and the extreme poverty faced by her students and neighbors along with details of the physical and emotional challenges of adapting to a new culture, including contracting malaria and navigating the complexities of local education.
We consider an interpretation of Genesis 1:1 and creation theology that suggests that Genesis 1:1 is not describing the physical creation of the universe but rather serves as an executive summary of the six days of creation that follow. We review three main theories about creation (gap theory, young earth theory, and an alternative view) and argue that the Bible uses "heaven" to mean sky, "earth" to mean dry land, and "sea" to represent the oceans.
In this episode, we dive into a crucial conversation with Mark Vincent about Digital Discipleship, exploring how our 'focus 'attention' has become a commodified resource that can lead to a form of "spiritual slavery" if left unchecked.
What do frogs have to do with the French Revolution and modern woke ideology? In this episode, Luke Foley, author of Three Frog-Like Spirits – The Lord’s Warning to Our Generation, unpacks one of Revelation’s most intriguing images. Drawing on biblical parallels from Exodus, the story of Ahab, and Genesis, Luke makes the case thatContinue reading "111 Luke Foley – Three Frog-Like Spirits"
John Schoenheit is a founding member of Spirit & Truth Fellowship International, which began in January 1989. He has invested over fifty years in Bible study, holds degrees in theology and philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and has studied archaeology in Israel with Hebrew Union College and taken courses atContinue reading "110 Revised English Version – John Schoenheit"
Jack Lawson, lives in Melbourne, Australia, is a member of the Blackburn Christadelphian ecclesia and has authored a book for the Christadelphian Scripture Study Service about Judah's Babylonian Captivity and the exiles' return.
Mark Olsen in 'Death in Bondi,' explores the intersection of this modern atrocity with ancient biblical history, the psychology of vengeance, and the persistent hope for a light that can obliterate darkness.
Bible Unlocked: Daniel and his son Samuel Robinson live in the Canada. Dan lives in St George, just south or of Toronto Ontario Canada and is a member of the Christadelphian Church or ecclesia that meets at Brant County and Sam lives in 4000km’s away in Armstrong, British Columbia, Canada near Vancouver and is a member of the Christadelphian Church or ecclesia that meets at Okanagan. They work on a multimedia channel called Bible Unlocked which was established in 2020. It can be found on the web, on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and other platforms.
The Heritage International School is an educational initiative designed to provide a Christadelphian faith-based online learning environment for students worldwide. Inspired by the theme "Inspiring Minds, Transforming Lives," this school aims to integrate biblical principles with practical, real-world learning, ensuring students not only achieve high academic outcomes but also develop strong values and attitudes.
Graeme Shugg lives in Adelaide, Australia and attends the Christadelphian Church or ecclesia that meets at Salisbury. Graeme is the author of a book published by the Christadelphian Scripture Study Service based on the life of King Asa. he joins us to share the story of this remarkable man.
Jaqui Wills, Johanna Brennan, and Naomi Richards are three sisters who lost their parents, younger sister, and brother in the Seaview Air Disaster on October 2, 1994. Shortly after midday on Sunday, October 2, 1994, an Aero Commander 690 aircraft operated by Seaview Air departed from Williamtown Airport, just north of Newcastle, NSW, en route to Lord Howe Island. On board were the pilot and eight passengers, including Stephen and Carolyn Lake and their children, Judith (18) and Benjamin (12). Ninety minutes into the journey, the pilot radioed that the aircraft was experiencing severe vibration
Bert van Bergen was born in Rotterdam, the Netherlands in 1944 at the tail end of the second world war. After migrating to Australia, was raised in a catholic family with a catholic education but was agnostic until he met some Christians that changed his life. Bert joins Wilderness Conversations to share his story of business ventures, his spiritual journey from Catholicism to becoming a Christadelphian, and the impact of family tragedies on his faith and outlook on life. Bert reflects on the gift of the gospel that he holds so dear. Bert is a member of the Golden Grove Christadelphian church
Mark joins Wilderness Conversations to share his story, his challenging childhood experiences and journey toward finding faith, including his time with a foster Baptist family and eventual connection with the Christadelphian community. He shares his spiritual journey, including a period of reflection and eventual return to his faith, which was influenced by his experiences and interactions with others. Mark has a strong message concerning the importance of prayer, meditation, and open communication with fellow believers, while also reflecting on the role of divine providence in his life and th
David Mansfield was born in Sydney, grew up attending the Christadelphian Church or Ecclesia at Campsie, was baptised at the Campsie and is still a member of Campsie over 50 years on. David joins Wilderness Conversations to share his wilderness journey.
David Bailey was born in Napier New Zealand in1953 and was baptised in Wellington 20 years later. He lives in Christchurch and is a member of the Christchurch North Christadelphian Church or ecclesia. Christadelphian Video has recently published series of talks given by David entitled Building Our Relationship with God.
A Christadelphian Bible School is held three times a year at Rathmines, a town in New South Wales located north of Sydney and south of Newcastle. Over the course of a week, Christadelphians from across Australia and around the world come together in friendship and fellowship, united by the word of God. t the recent April Bibleschool, we hosted two panel discussions under the theme “Conversations in the Wilderness.” The first of these focused on the topic of discipleship.
A Christadelphian Bible School is held three times a year at Rathmines, a town in New South Wales located north of Sydney and south of Newcastle. Over the course of a week, Christadelphians from across Australia and around the world come together in friendship and fellowship, united by the word of God. t the recent April Bibleschool, we hosted two panel discussions under the theme “Conversations in the Wilderness.” The first of these focused on the topic of parenting.
Dave Jennings lives in Los Angeles, USA and is a member of the Christadelphian Church or ecclesia that meets at Simi Hills. Dave is currently the editor of The Christadelphian Tidings – a Christadelphian Magazine and online publication. He joins Wilderness Conversations to discuss the current work of the publication and the exciting new opportunitiesContinue reading "97 The Tidings – Dave Jennings"
In this conversation we discuss mental health and the Bible and explore the potential of the Bible to improve mental well-being, the concept of humility, and the distinction between poor mental health and mental illness.
Ron Hicks was born in Adelaide, was baptised in Adelaide in August 1953 and now lives in Adelaide but has been many places in the meantime. Ron was a member of the Washington DC Christadelphian Church or ecclesia for over 50 years whilst employed by the International Monetary Fund and now back in Adelaide he attends the Happy Valley ecclesia. Ron joins Wilderness Conversations to share his Journey of Faith.
Art Courtonel lives – in his own words “in the quiet village of Burbage with his lovely wife Trasey-anna and his Son Asa-Caleb” and is a member of the Christadelphian Church or ecclesia that meets at Rugby. Rugby is a town 140 kms north west of London, 50 kms short of Birmingham. In July 2012 he established ChristadelphianVideo.org and this has now become his permanent pastime. ChristadelphianVideo.org reaches thousands of viewers and listeners from many denominations and continues to increase its exposure on the various media platforms. Art joins Wilderness Conversations to discuss this excit
Jeremy is currently the assistant editor of the Christadelphian Magazine. Prior to the current role, Jeremy was the publishing editor of Testimony magazine. Recently Jeremy has written a book that is published by the Christadelphian Magazine entitled At The Citadel In Susa.
