Riverlife Messages

Weekly messages from Riverlife Baptist Church in Brisbane, Australia. Riverlife is a church that desires to be a family embracing the Father's presence, releasing empowered people to declare and demonstrate Christ's kingdom.

Riverlife Messages is a religion podcast hosted by Riverlife Baptist Church, with 491 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #500

  To Rome With Love (PM): Romans 7 - Why Repentance Matters - Sam Bricknell

  Sep 20, 202641 min

  Ever felt like you just can’t get it right, no matter how hard you try? You’re in good company. In this message, Pastor Sam invites us into the wrestle Paul describes in Romans 7, a tug-of-war between wanting to do good and constantly stumbling over the same old mistakes. We hear candid stories about anger, snacks, and the all-too-human habit of justifying ourselves, before zooming out to see how this struggle plays out for everyone, from biblical heroes to those sitting in church today. Sam unpacks how God’s law is good, but sin has a way of twisting even the best intentions. The message doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff, the cycle of guilt, shame, and self-justification, but also doesn’t leave us there. Instead, it points to repentance as the moment we stop trying to fix ourselves, cry out “Who will rescue me?”, and discover the answer is always Jesus. Repentance isn’t the end, it’s the beginning of freedom and the gateway to living as sons and daughters, not slaves to sin. **Outline of the Message:** - Introduction: The struggle with things we can’t control - Paul’s honest confession in Romans 7 - Why the law is good—but not enough - The universal human problem: knowing what’s right, but not doing it - The futility of self-rescue and the invitation to repentance - Finding freedom in Jesus, not condemnation - Living from our new identity as sons and daughters **Bible Verses Mentioned:**   Romans 7, Romans 6:14, Romans 1, Romans 2, Romans 6, Romans 8, Romans 9-11, Genesis 3, John 8:36 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurch Website: https://riverlifechurch.org.au

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  Episode #499

  To Rome With Love (AM): Romans 7 - The Law, Sin, and the Cry for Deliverance - Jo Leutton

  Sep 20, 202636 min

  If you’ve ever wondered why doing the right thing feels so hard (even when we really want to), you’re in good company, Paul wrestled with it too! Pastor Jo takes us on a journey through Romans 7, drawing in stories from Exodus and Genesis to show how God’s law, while holy and beautiful, can’t fix what’s broken inside us. Instead, the law shines a light on our need for deliverance and exposes the “parasite” of sin that lingers beneath the surface. The message weaves through Paul’s anguished confession, “I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing”, and lands with the good news: Jesus has broken the power of the old “in-Adam” life, inviting us to walk in freedom by the Spirit. Expect some honest laughs, and a direct call to embrace the hope found in Christ, not just religious rule-keeping. **Outline of the Message:** - Introduction: Setting the scene and why Romans 7 is such a tough nut to crack - The Law: Beautiful, holy, but never meant to save us - Paul’s Inner Struggle: The universal experience of wanting to do good but failing - Sin as a Parasite: How brokenness clings on and why self-effort doesn’t work - The Deliverer: Drawing hope from Jesus’ finished work and the life of the Spirit - Invitation: Leaving the old life behind and stepping into true freedom **Bible Verses Mentioned:**   Romans 7, Romans 5:20-21, Psalm 119, Exodus 20, Exodus 32, Genesis 3, James 1:14-15, Romans 2, Romans 3, Romans 6, Romans 7:1-6, Romans 7:4, Romans 7:7-12, Romans 7:13, Romans 7:21-25, Romans 7:24-25, Romans 8, Romans 9-11, Ephesians 5:25-32, Galatians 5:19-21 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurch Website: https://riverlifechurch.org.au

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  Episode #497

  Father's Day 2026 (AM) - Ian Walton

  Sep 8, 202639 min

  The message is packed with real-life stories (including some classic dad moments and a powerful tale of double adoption), reflections on fatherhood, and plenty of encouragement for anyone who’s ever struggled with feeling distant from God. Ian reminds us that our deepest problem is separation from God, but the good news is redemption and forgiveness are on offer through Jesus’ sacrifice. Whether you’re a dad, a mum, or somewhere in between, the invitation is open: turn toward God, receive His amazing grace, and step into the lifelong adventure of being part of His family. Expect a blend of laughs, a few raw confessions, and a heartfelt call to experience God’s love as “Abba, Father.” **Outline of the Message:** - Humorous and humble reflections on fatherhood, from newborns to teens - The core problem of sin and our need for redemption - The gospel explained: grace and adoption through Jesus - Stories of forgiveness, adoption, and transformation (including Billy Moore and Stephanie Fast) - What it means to call God “Abba, Father” - A prayer of repentance and invitation to receive God’s grace and new identity **Bible Verses Mentioned:** - Ephesians 1:5–8 - Romans 8:15 - Romans 6:23 - Ephesians 2:4–5 - Matthew 6:9 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurch Website: https://riverlifechurch.org.au

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  Episode #496

  To Rome With Love (PM): Romans 6 - Alive To God - Ian Walton

  Aug 25, 202635 min

  If you’ve ever wondered whether your choices matter once you’re “in Christ,” or felt stuck between old patterns and new life, this message is for you. Ian uses vivid stories (think chickens and eagles, dodgy landlords, and the daily grind), to illustrate what it means to live out of our true identity. He reminds us that baptism is more than a ritual; it’s a bold “no” to our old selves and a big “yes” to being raised with Jesus. The message tackles two big questions: Why should we change if grace covers us, and how do we actually change? Ian highlights that transformation starts with how we see ourselves: “count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God.” From there, it’s about offering every part of ourselves to God, living as instruments of righteousness, and walking in the freedom and security that comes from knowing we’re no longer slaves to sin. It’s an encouraging, practical message that’s just as much about hope as it is about honesty with ourselves and with God. **Outline of the Message:** - Introduction to identity and transformation in Romans 6 - Why our behaviour matters, even under grace - The meaning and significance of baptism - The struggle with old habits and the reality of ongoing temptation - The shift from slavery to sin to freedom in Christ - Living from our new status, not our old story - Practical steps: “count yourself dead to sin,” present yourself to God - Encouragement for honest community and ongoing transformation **Bible Verses Mentioned:** Romans 6 (esp. 6:1, 6:4, 6:6, 6:11-14, 6:12-15, 6:23), Colossians 3:3, Romans 8:15, John 3:16, Exodus 20:3 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurch Website: https://riverlifechurch.org.au

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  Episode #495

  To Rome With Love (AM): Romans 6 - Alive To God - Jo Leutton

  Aug 24, 202634 min

  Jo opens by addressing our human knack for slipping back into old habits, likening it to wrestling with an overflowing email inbox (we’ve all been there!). He explores how Paul makes it clear there’s no going back, we’re called to leave the old life behind and step into a new kingdom with Jesus as King. The message highlights the power of baptism as a tangible sign of this transition: not just a metaphor, but a declaration that we belong to Christ, united with Him in death and raised to walk in newness of life. Jo reflects on Paul’s use of strong imagery: we’re no longer “slaves to sin” but invited to present our whole selves to God as “instruments of righteousness,” growing in fruitfulness as the Spirit works within us. Along the way, Jo reassures us that sanctification is a journey, not instant perfection, but a steady walk of freedom, obedience, and grace. **Message Outline:** - Moving from the “old camp” of sin and death to new life in Christ - The meaning and significance of baptism - Paul’s metaphors: slavery, fruit, and kingdom - How faith, not self-effort, is the way out of the old life - Presenting ourselves to God and trusting the Spirit’s work - The ongoing process of sanctification and bearing fruit **Bible Verses Mentioned:** Romans 6, Romans 6:1, Romans 6:1-14, Romans 6:15, Romans 6:16, Romans 6:23, John 15:1-8, Matthew 6:24, Philemon 1:10-12, Exodus 14, Joshua 3 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurch Website: https://riverlifechurch.org.au

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