Best City On A Hill Melbourne West Podcasts (2024)

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The 10 Commandments 42:36

5d ago42:36

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Which way is the “right way” to live? Where do we find true morality in a modern age? God has a vision for life and the way it should be lived, through Jesus.By Luke Nelson

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Challengers, Robot Dreams & Late Night with the Devil w/ Isaac Everett 1:32:15

23h ago1:32:15

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ABMP returns from another extended hiatus (hopefully back for good this time). To celebrate the occasion, Sean is joined by Musician and Film Buff, Isaac Everett to discuss a slew of new releases, including Luca Guadagnino's steamy and sensual Tennis flick Challengers, the wonderfully nostalgic dialogue-free animation Robot Dreams and the controver…

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The Parable of the Talents 37:35

12d ago37:35

37:35

A sermon in the Stand Alone Sermons series.By Brendan Wright

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The Stone 40:39

19d ago40:39

40:39

Jesus moved the stone. He didn’t need to, as John tells us he could just show up in places with his resurrected body (John 20:19), but he did. He did this to show how comprehensively he has beaten death, but more than that, to ensure that even the doubtful would know that he is alive. There was an empty tomb left in the garden as a testimony to God…

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The Spear 36:55

21d ago36:55

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Jesus’ side was pierced to prove that Jesus truly was dead, but also, John tells us, in fulfilment of prophecy, that ‘not one of his bones will be broken’ and ‘they will look on him whom they have pierced.’ This detail is provided to us so that we may believe. The spear highlights to us the sharpness of the suffering and the significance of Jesus’ …

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A Feast to Remember 40:43

26d ago40:43

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Queen Esther and Mordecai’s courage and faithfulness to stand up for their people - the Jews - will be remembered and observed in every generation by every family, and in every province and in every city. Hope will always arise.By Luke Nelson

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Sorrow to Gladness 48:05

1M ago48:05

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King Xerxes responds to Queen Esther’s plea for mercy, issuing a new decree to allow the Jews to defend themselves. The tables turn and the Jews stand in victory against their enemies with a joyous celebration and feast.By Khoi Phuong

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Reversal 47:04

1M ago47:04

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Queen Esther reveals Haman’s evil intention to the king. The king is furious and orders Haman's execution on the very gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. Will Esther's courage and strategic revelation shift the fate of the Jews?By Khoi Phuong

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A Timely Dream 47:57

2M ago47:57

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Queen Esther plans her strategic plea to save the Jews. King Xerxes learns of Mordecai’s foiling of the plot to kill the king and orders him to be honoured, sparking Haman’s jealousy as he is instructed to parade Mordecai through the streets.By Khoi Phuong

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For Such a Time As This 40:32

2M ago40:32

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Mordecai learns about Haman's decree to destroy the Jews. Distraught, he urges Queen Esther to intercede with the king on behalf of her people. Will Esther risk her life and find the courage to approach the king?By Luke Nelson

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An Old Enemy 45:39

2M ago45:39

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Haman, an influential official, gains the king's favour and devises a plan to annihilate the Jews. Mordecai refuses to bow to Haman, leading to his vengeful plot and a decree to destroy the Jewish people. Who will stand up in the face of opposition?By Luke Nelson

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The Bachelor King 38:43

2M ago38:43

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Xerxes' search for a new queen continues through a beauty contest. Esther, a Jewish orphan raised by her cousin Mordecai, wins the king's favour and becomes queen. Meanwhile, Mordecai discovers a plot against the king and foils it.By Luke Nelson

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A Foolish Feast 35:57

2M ago35:57

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King Xerxes hosts an extravagant 180-day-long feast for all his officials and servants in an indulgent display of power. The king calls for Queen Vashti to join him to show off her beauty, but she refuses resulting in her dethroning and sparking the king’s anger.By Luke Nelson

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What foundation are you building on? 45:00

3M ago45:00

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A sermon in the Choose Your Own Adventure series.By Khoi Phuong

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The Parable of the Rich Fool 37:45

3M ago37:45

37:45

A sermon in the Choose Your Own Adventure series.By Paul Rawson

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The Parable of the Good Samaritan 35:46

3M ago35:46

35:46

A sermon in the Choose Your Own Adventure series.By Luke Nelson

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The Parable of the Fig Tree 40:30

3M ago40:30

40:30

A sermon in the Choose Your Own Adventure series.By Daniel Ruggeri

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Christmas 22:39

4M ago22:39

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A sermon in the The Best Things in Life are Free series.By Luke Nelson

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Christmas Eve 39:40

4M ago39:40

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A sermon from our teaching series, ‘Xmas'. Passage: 'Luke 1:67-79'. Preacher: Zech Sargent. Visit www.cityonahill.com.au for more about our mission to know Jesus and make Jesus Known.By Khoi Phuong

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The Raising of Lazarus 49:12

4M ago49:12

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Death doesn’t have the final word as Jesus raises his good friend Lazarus from the dead, pointing to his ultimate sacrifice to be made on the cross.By Khoi Phuong

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Healing the Man Born Blind 37:24

4M ago37:24

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Jesus passes a blind man begging in the street and acts mercifully, restoring the man’s sight with his touch and revealing his light.By Luke Nelson

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Walking on the Water 41:15

5M ago41:15

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The disciples encounter a vicious storm as they attempt to sail through the night and Jesus miraculously shows up, walking on water and delivering them to safety.By Luke Nelson

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Feeding the 5000 42:04

5M ago42:04

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5000 people are gathered to see Jesus, and with only 5 loaves and 2 fishes to feed everyone Jesus performs a miracle and the crowd are fed in abundance.By Khoi Phuong

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Healing the Paralytic 43:46

5M ago43:46

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Paralysed and unable to walk for the last 38 years, a man is healed by Jesus in Bethesda, breaking the rules of religious authorities on the Sabbath.By Khoi Phuong

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Healing the Royal Official's Son 47:10

5M ago47:10

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The royal official begs Jesus to intervene when his son falls ill, and with a few words Jesus miraculously heals the boy.By Khoi Phuong

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Turning Water into Wine 31:57

6M ago31:57

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Jesus performs his first miracle at the wedding in Cana, turning water into wine, revealing his divine power and initiating his ministry.By Luke Nelson

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Life and Death 41:06

6M ago41:06

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Death: we are destined for it, yet many of us rarely think about it. What does wisdom have to say about the final reality, and the life we live before it?By Luke Nelson

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Justice 44:58

6M ago44:58

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In a world of anger, injustice and oppression, God’s commitment to justice is startling, and he stands as sovereign Judge. Align your life to his purposes for the world through Proverbs.By Luke Nelson

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Wealth 38:39

6M ago38:39

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Riches can do great good, but the love of money can consume and deform us – so how do we train our hearts to what is truly valuable?By Luke Nelson

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Work 35:51

6M ago35:51

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Work: we need it, we love it, we loathe it, drawn either to under-work or over-work. What does God’s word have to say about this fundamental feature of human life?By Luke Nelson

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Family 47:54

7M ago47:54

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Our Heavenly Father has created us to live in families, and Proverbs provides wisdom for building and shaping the fundamental unit of our community.By Khoi Phuong

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Marriage 56:14

7M ago56:14

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What do you look for in a marriage partner? How do you protect your marriage, and let it blossom? Let God show you how in Proverbs.By Luke Nelson

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Friendship 45:29

7M ago45:29

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A friend can draw closer than family, giving inspiration and comfort – or crushing with betrayal. Find out what a true friend is in the Proverbs.By Khoi Phuong

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Words 39:53

7M ago39:53

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Words have the power to make and to mould, to build up and break down – so tune your ear to what God has to say about them in Proverbs.By Luke Nelson

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Wisdom and Folly 38:49

8M ago38:49

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In a world of information and data, knowledge and technique, find wisdom. Find its source, its substance, and its power.By Luke Nelson

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Episode #126 - Knights Australia Cup run continues, Hoppers Crossing final day survival & State League 5 big spenders Balmoral earn promotion. 1:06:48

8M ago1:06:48

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The penultimate show of the 2023 season featuring a comprehensive look at the final round of @Football Victoria Men's State League competitions.... On this week's episode of the Football Out West Show, we caught up with Melbourne Knights midfielder STEVE WHYTE, State League 2 side Hoppers Crossing's captain IBRAHIM KARADAG and the president of Stat…

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Now and Not Yet 43:57

8M ago43:57

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God has promised those in Christ the fullness of his salvation and life. And yet there is a tension between the “already and “not yet” as we experience a broken world. We press on towards holiness, understanding it will take patience and work, all while trusting in God’s transformative power.By Khoi Phuong

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Episode #125 - Avondale FC take out Premiers plat. Dandy City Champions in the Chaos league. Manningham Blues heading to NPL1 & Brunswick Juventus dramatic fall into NPL3 1:19:05

8M ago1:19:05

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FULL REPLAY: FOOTBALL OUT WEST SHOW - PODCASTS5, Ep23 (Ep#125 - Sunday, August 20, 2023) WHAT a final weekend of football in the NPL Victoria leagues it was, as promotion and relegation across all three leagues was on the line with many clubs in contention at the top and the bottom, particularly in the NPL1 and 2 divisions. On this week's show we w…

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Engagement and Withdrawal 35:48

8M ago35:48

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Jesus lived an active and engaged ministry as he poured himself out in service to others, but he also took moments to withdraw, pray and be with the Father. Like Jesus, we want to be involved members of our church, and also make space for rest, retreat and renewal with God.By Guy Mason

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Work and Rest 44:26

8M ago44:26

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Work is a meaningful part of our purpose and worship - God called Adam and Eve to work and care for His creation. Work must also be balanced with rest, acknowledging our dependence on God and recognising that our worth is not found in what we do, but in who we are as beloved children of God.By Luke Nelson

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Asteroid City and MIFF 2023 Audio Diary (1st Entry) 47:11

8M ago47:11

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Happy MIFF-mas everyone. On this episode, Sean is flying solo to discuss a handful of films he has caught in the early days of the 2023 Melbourne International Film Festival, as well as review the big new release of the week, Wes Anderson's Asteroid City. MIFF Titles Discussed: Time Bomb Y2K, Shut Eye, Passages, Birdeater, Afire, White Plastic Sky,…

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Delight and Denial 45:18

9M ago45:18

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A healthy “rule of life” involves finding joy in God and His gifts, while also following Jesus’ example of self-denial. We should live Christ-centred lives of celebration, but also sacrifice, service and self-denial, not for punishment but for healthy detachment from the world for the sake of joy in Christ's presence.…

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Episode #123 - St Albans with a huge win at the bottom of NPL1. Western Utd young guns continue to impress at the top of NPL2 1:18:58

9M ago1:18:58

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THIS week RYAN McGUFFIE, the coach of St Albans Saints SC, joined us on Episode #123 of the Football Out West Show to chat about his side's battle for NPL survival, following this weekend's vital 2-0 win over sister club and fellow strugglers North Geelong Warriors FC. Also joining us to chat about his side's chase for promotion to next season's NP…

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2023 MIFF Fantasy Draft w/ Bede Jermyn and Chris Evans 1:12:24

9M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

The 71st Melbourne International Film Festival is almost here and that gives Sean an excuse to try and revive this wildly inconsistent podcast once more. Sean is joined by Bede Jermyn (The Super Network) and Chris Evans (Film Fight Club) to partake in a Fantasy draft of the MIFF program in 2023, selecting 6 films each that must meet the following c…

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Examination and Encouragement 43:54

9M ago43:54

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Examination practices and rhythms such as “The Daily Examen”, prayer, fasting and journaling help us cultivate an awareness of God's all-encompassing love. Just as we ask God to search our own hearts through examination, so we ask God to show us other people’s hearts, so we can encourage them in their journey.…

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Episode #122 - The race to stay up in NPL, NPL2 & 3. Who will beat the drop? 1:13:54

9M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

IN THIS week's episode of the Football Out West Show, we took a special look at the thrilling battle for survival in all three NPL divisions as we focussed on the RELEGATION BATTLES. North Geelong Warriors FC coach TOMI GAVRAN spoke about his side's 0-0 draw with Heidelberg United FC and the HUGE game next weekend against sister club St Albans Sain…

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Rule of Life 45:36

9M ago45:36

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A trellis is crucial for supporting a vine's growth, just as Christians need structure to remain in Christ. A "rule of life" serves as a pattern of spiritual disciplines to encourage flourishing in your walk with Jesus, and is a means of God's grace to deepen love and joy in Christ.By Luke Nelson

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Episode #121 - Gully pushing for top 6, Kingston sit top with 5 games to go & George Cross with the perfect 10 1:25:15

9M ago1:25:15

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ON THIS week's Episode #121 of the Football Out West Show, we caught up with Green Gully SC youngster GIANLUCA IANNUCCI after a big win against Hume City FC to keep in touch with the top 6 of the NPL Victoria competition. We also spoke to jubilant Kingston City FC coach CON TANGALAKIS after his side defeated Preston Lions Football Club on Friday ni…

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Flourishing in Christ 40:38

9M ago40:38

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Disciples of Jesus are called to abide in Him and bear his fruit - joy, peace, patience, kindness, self-control and love. As we walk with Christ, the aim is not that we go deeper into ourselves, but deeper into Jesus who has all we need to grow in His life and His love.By Luke Nelson

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Episode #120 - Altona Magic in top 6, Moreland hit with last minute goal, Sydenham fighting for top spot in State League 1 1:14:23

9M ago1:14:23

1:14:23

ON THIS week's Episode #120 of the Football Out West Show, we spoke to the jubilant Altona Magic Soccer Club Head Coach John (Jonesy) Markovski after his side's 3-2 win on Saturday evening against Heidelberg United FC which puts them in the all-important 6 spotMoreland City Football Club coach DRAGAN OSTOJIC joined us to chat about his side's 1-1 d…

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