St Paul's Box Hill Podcasts

Paul emphasises that his gospel is to know nothing but Jesus Christ, and him crucified, and raised from the dead. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 21]

We often operate out of duty. Duty is good, but it can crush us when it's not coupled with delight. We serve God dutifully out of God's delight in us, shown in the way that Jesus served through the cross. [Organ - Pentecost 20]

In another challenging parable, Jesus upends the traditional idea that wealth is a reward earned from God, and points clearly to our responsibilities to those around us. But do we really see, or are we too self-absorbed? [Organ - Pentecost 19]

Two of Jesus' most popular parables, which we might call the stories of the found sheep and the found coin, give us a picture of God as relentlessly searching for us, calling us back into relationship with him. And we are called to join this quest, inviting others to share in his kingdom, too. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 17]

Have you ever hated life? How about yourself? God designed it this way. Jesus here shows us how the Father’s love is so much different from ours. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost16]

Do you know you’re invited to the greatest wedding that’s ever taken place? If so, do you know how to get ready? Jesus is our host, and he gives the best advice on how to be ready. Come, listen in. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 15]

Recently back from a trip to Cambodia, senior pastor Andrew talks about how the work of Australian Lutheran World Service aligns with God's call since ancient times to his people: live out my heart of love for the suffering. [Organ - Pentecost 14]

It has been an exciting time, with the Olympics on one side, and the Confirmation service for 9 of our young people on the other. And just as Olympic winners must stay in training, so must we stay in spiritual training. We need to å and resist the weights that drag our faith down. [Mixed music - Pentecost 13 - Confirmation Service]

Are you fearful of or anxious about anything? Jesus said, “Do not be afraid.” He gives us good reason not to be afraid, but these are more than just words. They are the reality God wants each of us not only to live in but to pass on to others. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 12]

Recently returned from a church visit to Cambodia which deeply affected him, Senior Pastor Andrew reflects on the parable of the rich fool, and what it says to our current obsessions with stuff. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 11]

Our guest preacher this week is Pastor Richard Fox, Director of Lutheran Media. Christ graciously shared with us (his disciples) the words he spoke with his Father. And what is Lutheran Media (funded entirely by donations) doing to share the news of that grace? [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 10]

Who or what is Number One for you? How’s that working for you? Jesus models and teaches us the best way to live life. Learn again from his visit to his friends Mary and Martha. [Organ - Pentecost 9]

Guest preacher Pastor Nathan Hedt digs deep into a favourite parable, one that has entered the wider culture: the Good Samaritan. [Organ - Pentecost 8]

Rev Dr Maurice Schild, Emeritus Professor at Australian Lutheran College, is guest preacher at this service, following a performance of Bach's cantata BWV 44 Sie werden euch in den Bann tun (They will put you under banishment). He speaks of the victory won by Christ. [Organ/choir - Pentecost 7]

Who’s your favourite super-hero? Jesus “steeled himself” (a bit like Superman) in our reading today. God also calls us to take a similar posture in the challenges that we face. Let us learn from our Master. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 6]

Our culture thrives on fear and insecurity. For example, the current political campaigns are expressed in terms of fear of what damage the other party will cause. Yet Jesus says "Do not be afraid, little flock." On this Thanksgiving Sunday, can we find a way to live thankfully in a culture of fear, suspicion, and ingratitude? [Organ/Choir - Thanksgiving Sunday]

How’s your eyesight? How do you see the people around you? Especially the ones NOT like you? And how do you see yourself? The way God sees you? Today we look into the very different way God sees, and we are invited to see the same way. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 4]

Need some help? That is why God sent His son. To do for us what we cannot do for ourselves. This inevitably leads to some differences of opinion. How did Jesus handle those? How might we handle them? This is what we look at today. [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 3]

Feeling like people don’t respect you or treat you right? Feel like you’re being taken advantage of? It might be you don’t recognise whose authority your under, and what authority you have. In this message we look at the example of Cornelius, whose faith “amazed” Jesus. Imagine that! How did he do it? What did He know about authority that we need to learn from? [Organ/Choir - Pentecost 2]

The church has a long history of using art (particularly icons) to teach Biblical truths. Icons are so carefully structured, and so packed with meaning, that we speak not of 'painting' them but of 'writing' them. Today we explore the meaning of the Holy Trinity, starting from a famous icon from the 14th century. [Organ/choir - Trinity Sunday]