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NOW Gen - Deborah the Accidental Hero

This week Pastor Neli reminds us that God’s purposes for our lives often unfold in unexpected ways. No matter where you are in your journey, God’s timing is perfect, and His faithfulness endures through every season. We are called to trust Him even when things don’t make sense, and to walk in faith, knowing that He is with us every step of the way. Remember that God has already paved the way ahead of you—rest in His promises, stay rooted in His word, and embrace the hope and joy He gives daily.

7 The villagers ceased in Israel; they ceased to be until I arose; I, Deborah, arose as a mother in Israel. 8 When new gods were chosen, then war was in the gates, Was shield or spear to be seen among forty thousand in Israel? 9 My heart goes out to the commanders of Israel who offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless the Lord. - Judges 5:1-9 (ESV)

NOW Gen - Live Like a King

Pastor Neli guides us to navigate life’s choices and challenges, while remember the example of King Josiah. His journey reminds us of the power of intentionality, surrounding ourselves with godly influences, and embracing a legacy that goes beyond ourselves. Let’s not just focus on quick fixes or instant gratification but commit to the kind of growth and faithfulness that outlasts us. Whatever you’re facing, trust that God, who began a good work in you, is faithful to complete it. Let go of anything that holds you back, and step forward in faith, knowing He is with you every step of the way.

Josiah was eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned thirty-one years in Jerusalem. And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father; and he did not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. 2 Chronicles 34:1-2 (ESV)

NOW Gen - Power or Poser: Authentic Faith in Today's World

Join us at Brisbane Central as we commence our new series, NOW Gen. This week Pastor Neli reminds us that God’s call on our lives is intentional and purpose-filled. Remember that God’s true power in our lives calls us to be genuine, not just outwardly strong but inwardly transformed by His Spirit. So lean into that authentic power, allowing God to shape you into a person of real impact and purpose. It’s a call to live with integrity, rejecting superficiality, and choosing a life of substance, grounded in His love. You are empowered by God to make a difference – not as a poser, but as a true vessel of His power.

And God was doing extraordinary miracles by the hands of Paul, so that even handkerchiefs or aprons that had touched his skin were carried away to the sick, and their diseases left them and the evil spirits came out of them. Then some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists undertook to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those who had evil spirits, saying, “I adjure you by the Jesus whom Paul proclaims.” Seven sons of a Jewish high priest named Sceva were doing this.  But the evil spirit answered them, “Jesus I know, and Paul I recognize, but who are you?” - Acts 19:11-15 (ESV)

The Questions - Pop the Question

This week Pastor Neli reminds us that God’s love and design for our lives are filled with purpose, hope, and direction. God's principles guide us like give-way signs, requiring us to seek wisdom, while His precepts are like stop signs, clear and direct. Whether it's our relationships, struggles, or desires, when we trust in God's design, we experience true freedom. Obedience to His Word isn't about limiting joy but embracing the fullness of life He has for us. Remember that in every moment of challenge or decision, God’s love is inviting you into a deeper intimacy with Him. Trust Him, let go of anything holding you back, and walk in His perfect plan for your life.

Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise,  making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.  Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.  And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit,  addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart,  giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,  submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. - Ephesians 5:15-21 (ESV)

The Questions - God in the world of Skepticism

Join us this week at Brisbane Central as we commence our new series, The Questions: Hard Questions of Faith. This week Pastor Neli encourages us to have wisdom to walk with Christ. He reminds us that any philosophy apart from Christ is found to be empty. With Christ there is promise of richness in spirit, in relationship, in how we live in accordance with His will, and to overcome circumstances. We can either center our existence on ourselves, or center our existence on God, and understanding who He is. 
  

For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you and for those at Laodicea and for all who have not seen me face to face, that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, to reach all the riches of full assurance of understanding and the knowledge of God's mystery, which is Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. I say this in order that no one may delude you with plausible arguments. For though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the firmness of your faith in Christ. - Colossians 2:1-5 (ESV)

 

The Questions - A Ready Defence

Join us this week at Brisbane Central as we commence our new series, The Questions: Hard Questions of Faith. This week Pastor Neli helps us to remember that the truth is not a fact, the truth is a person and his name is Jesus Christ, for He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. And as followers of Christ, our lives must reflect the truth we preach. We must learn to study the truth, present the truth, and live the truth.
  

But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.  
- 1 Peter 3:15-16 (ESV)

The Questions - What About Origin?

Join us this week at Brisbane Central as we commence our new series, The Questions: Hard Questions of Faith.  This week Pastor Neli helps us to remember that God, the ultimate Creator, designed life with a divine and intentional purpose. He breathed life into all of creation, and He invites us to breathe in His presence—through prayer, worship, and moments of stillness—so that we can exhale His love and purpose into the world. Every breath you take is a gift, reminding you of His goodness and empowering you to live out His mission, sharing His life and light with others.

 

Then God said, “Let us make man n our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”  So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. - Genesis 1:26-27 (ESV)

Every Day is Father's Day

This week Pastor Neli guides us to remember that truly knowing God goes beyond just knowing about Him—it’s about building a personal, intimate relationship with Him. Just as a dove descending on your shoulder would require you to walk more carefully, be mindful to walk through life with an awareness of the Holy Spirit's presence. Slow down, be still, and let God's love and guidance fill your heart. As you reflect on His love, know that He calls you His beloved, takes pleasure in who you are, and desires a deep, personal connection with you. 

See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. - 1 John 3:1 (ESV)

Going POP - Proximity over Position

This week Pastor Neli helps us to remember that true worship goes beyond songs; it's about offering your whole life as a living sacrifice to God. As you lay down your burdens and surrender to His will, trust that He is transforming you by renewing your mind. Whether you're facing dark moments or carrying heavy burdens, know that you are not alone.  As you walk in humility and rise in His strength, be encouraged that God's perfect will is unfolding in your life. Stay grounded in His grace, and let His joy be your strength.

For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith. - Galatians 6:8-10 (ESV)

Oaks of Righteousness

This week at we are joined by special guest Sandra Sellmer-Kersten from Elijah House Ministries as we are encouraged that God calls each of us to stand firm in our integrity, and to be real in our walk with Christ. As we navigate our daily lives, let’s strive to be "Oaks of Righteousness," grounded in honesty, integrity, and justice. Remember our true strength comes from being the same person in private as we are in public. And even when the task seems overwhelming, ask God for the strength to save "just one more." Keep this spirit of authenticity knowing that through your actions, others will see Jesus clearly and be drawn to Him. Be encouraged—God is using you to make a difference!

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me. - 1 Corinthians 15:10 (ESV)