H3O Church Podcast

Partner with The Holy Spirit | WITNESS E4

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:34:36 GMT

As Christians share the good news in their everyday life, it is actually just joining in a conversation that The Holy Spirit is already having with someone. Todd this week shares how we can notice what The holy Spirit is already doing and how we can join in.

Why Reconciliation?

Sun, 31 May 2026 23:48:19 GMT

This week, Todd explains why H3O as a church is so invested in reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people. Todd explains how, in our context, H3O feels that this is an expression of the heart of the Gospel.

Bonus Interview | WITNESS

Tue, 26 May 2026 20:30:11 GMT

Throughout this series we are not just teaching on witness, but also interviewing people in our community about how they practice witness in their context and everyday life. Here is interview 1 with Cathy.

Witness as Good News | WITNESS E3

Sun, 24 May 2026 23:54:48 GMT

The good news of Jesus is often felt and experienced before it's explained. This week, Todd explores the way Jesus embodied this and how we as a community can do the same.

Practice Hospitality | WITNESS E2

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:59:11 GMT

It's famously said that in the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is either at a meal, coming from a meal or going to a meal. This week, Todd look at what we can learn as followers of Jesus and how he practiced hospitality and how that relates to our wider witness.

Love As The Motivation | WITNESS E1

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:46:57 GMT

Everyone who's heard about Jesus found about from someone else meaning that witnessing is a key part of our life of faith. This week, Cam explores what witnessing can look like in our modern context and what the motivation has to be to bear lasting fruit.

When More Still Isn't Enough | Grow E9

Sun, 03 May 2026 23:34:17 GMT

We live in a world that constantly tells us we need more, but Paul says contentment is something we can actually learn. Todd in this sermon, explores how comparison, control, consumption, and circumstances rob us of peace, and how Jesus strengthens us to be content in our actual real life as it is, not just when our circumstances improve.

Living as Citizens of Heaven | Grow E7

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:19:04 GMT

What does it actually mean to belong to Jesus’ kingdom while living in today’s world? In this sermon, Andrew explores Paul’s call to reject worldly patterns, imitate faithful examples, and live with confidence in Christ’s promise to renew all things.

What Kind of Kingdom Does Jesus Bring? | Easter 2026

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:33:58 GMT

On Palm Sunday, the crowd welcomed Jesus as King, but they misunderstood the kind of kingdom He came to establish. In this message, Todd explores how Jesus redefines power through the cross, and invites us to surrender to a kingdom that looks nothing like the one we naturally want.

Which Messiah Are You Following? | Easter 2026

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:14:30 GMT

Mon explores Jesus’ confronting question in Mark 8 and exposes how easily we shape Him into a version that fits our desire for control, comfort, and success. This message invites us into the costly but deeply joyful way of Jesus. The path of surrender, self-giving love, and a life that is ultimately worth it.

Why Climbing The Ladder is Exhausting | Grow E6

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:14:45 GMT

We spend so much of our life trying to prove ourselves through success, approval, security, morality, or even religion, only to find that it never quite makes us feel settled. This week as we look at Philippians 3, Todd explores why climbing the ladder of worth is so exhausting, and why the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus offers us a deeper, steadier place to stand.

Can My Life Be Good if God Is in Control? | Grow E5

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:55:07 GMT

The passage today is a part B of last week where Paul told us what we should be doing. This week, Cam explores why we should be doing it and how we will have the strength to and what it means for us personally, but also as a community of believers on the Northern Beaches.

Imitating Christ | Grow E4

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:04:20 GMT

As we continue looking at Paul's letter to the church in Philippi, we see his instructions to imitate Christ's life in our own. This week, Todd explores what this mean for today.

The Heart of Worship with Matt Gelding

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:49:25 GMT

Does our physical posture during worship matter? What's the heart behind sung worship? Does the Bible have anything to say about this? This week, special guest Matt Gelding from Soul Survivor looks at all these things.

A Life Worthy of The Gospel | Grow E3

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:23:01 GMT

What does it look like to live a life worthy of the Gospel? How can we do this without it being a guilt driven process? This week Todd explores all of this and more. Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30.

What Are You Living For? | Grow E2

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:46:53 GMT

In such a crazy time in the world, we're realising that the things we build our life on can be taken away at a moments notice. This week, Todd looks at what Paul considers the true life and asks us what have we been building our life on and finding our identity in. Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

What God Started To Grow In Us, He Will Complete | Grow E1

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:27:03 GMT

We have started a new series in Philippians and this week, Todd takes a look at Chapter 1 with the core concept of; what God started to grow in us, He will continue to grow. But what's a good marker for spiritual growth and what's our participation in this spiritual growth? Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

The Hope of Christmas | Through Mary's Eyes E3

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:04:46 GMT

Over the many years of hearing the Christmas story, has it lost a sense of it's glory, awe and wonder? This week Cam relates the Christmas story to our everyday life and how it gives us hope in even the worst situations.

The Magnificat | Through Mary's Eyes E2

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:53:39 GMT

This week Jess takes us through the beauty of The Magnificat - "The First Christmas Carol" - and explores what we can learn about God from it. Song: The Magnificat (Holy is His Name) - Community Music

Let It Be So | Through Mary's Eyes E1

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:24:36 GMT

**Disclaimer: We had a tech issue with this podcats hence the poor audio. Apologies for that!* As we draw near to Christmas, we're looking at the Christmas experience through Mary's eyes, the mother of Jesus. This week, Todd looks at The Annunciation, Mary's response to God calling her and what we can take from that for our lives today.

I Love You. | Dusting Off Hosea E3

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 02:09:23 GMT

When you're feeling shame or guilt, how do you picture God looking at you? This week Todd explores Hosea 11 with this question in mind.

What Is The Faith That Saves? | Bonus

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 23:42:55 GMT

This week we pause our Hosea series as Andrew takes us through a beautiful moment in Luke's Gospel that looks at the true nature of faith, grace a forgiveness and the invitation to shalom.

What If God's Judgement Heals? | Dusting Off Hosea E2

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 01:00:21 GMT

What if God’s judgment isn’t about punishment, but healing? In this message from Hosea 4–6, Cam explores how Israel's story is our story and unpacks how God’s love is like a physician, diagnosing what’s broken, cutting to restore, and binding us back to life.

God's Relentless Love | Dusting Off Hosea E1

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:51:45 GMT

The book of Hosea presents a confronting metaphor. As we kick off our new teachings series, Todd steps us through this metaphor and how it reveals the endless love of God who doesn't give up on his people.

Can Flakey People Be Used By God? | Life Together E7

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:42:34 GMT

For the final episode of our Life Together series, Andrew looks at how Jesus called a rag tag bunch of people to help Him spread His message. Is it any different today? Can anyone be called by Jesus? If yes, how can we make that happen as a community?

Centered on Christ Not Boundaries | Life Together E6

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 22:31:03 GMT

This week, Todd shares how in a world that is so quick to define who's in and who's out, we can instead be a community defined by what direction we're headed.

The Hard Truth About Community | Life Together E5

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:40:06 GMT

Christian community may be nice, but it's also hard. This week Mon looks at how Jesus served his community, and how we should realistically approach our own community.

Is Shame The Number One Barrier To Authentic Community? | Life Together E4

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 22:12:05 GMT

Despite the beautiful elements of Christian Community, it can also be really hard. This week, Todd breaks down the complexity of shame and it's ripple effect on us and our relationships and how Jesus has a greater promise for us than to stay stuck there.

Why Should We Share Our Joys and Sorrows? | Life Together E3

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 23:06:14 GMT

This week Jess unpacks why we should share our joys and sorrows with each other and how it can help transform us more into a community of love.

The Table as Resistance | Life Together E2

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:01:10 GMT

In a culture that is increasingly disconnected, the table pulls us back together into a family. And in a culture that excludes, the table throws open its doors and makes room for the under-invited. This week Cam looks at the table and its central place throughout Christian history.

Why Church is Family | Life Together E1

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:37:42 GMT

In a culture marked by loneliness and individualism, Jesus offers us something deeper: a community that doesn’t just feel like family, but truly is family. This week in our opening of a new series, Todd explores the New Testament vision of church as household, why discipleship can’t happen in isolation, and how cultivating different layers of community leads to transformation and belonging.

We Can't Look Away | JAMES E8

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 02:51:37 GMT

With all of the wisdom we have got from this James series, how can we apply it in our current moment? This week Todd gives us a framework to respond like Jesus.

Pray Anyway | JAMES E7

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 11:16:27 GMT

How do we hold the tension of this passage and experiences of unanswered prayer? This week Mon delivers us a powerful reminder that prayers are powerful and we are encouraged to pray always. Scripture: James 5:13-18.

The Deceitfulness of Wealth | JAMES E6

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:38:47 GMT

There's warnings all throughout scripture about the deceitfulness and power of wealth, and this week Cam explores James' prophetic judgement on the rich of his time and what we can take from it today as followers of Jesus living in the western world. Scripture: James 5:1-6 The link mentioned is: https://www.h3o.church/stewardship

Your Words Have Power | JAMES E5

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:04:19 GMT

Words don’t just fill silence, they form our souls. This week, Andrew looks at James 3:1-12 which reminds us that our speech carries the power of life and death, and calls us to become Spirit-shaped people whose words reflect the love and truth of Jesus.

The Root of Conflict | JAMES E4

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 02:00:53 GMT

We all face conflict, but James says the true battle starts in the heart. This week Todd explores how before we seek resolution out there, we’re invited to confront what’s going on within.

You Might Be Playing Favourites | JAMES E3

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:02:26 GMT

In a world obsessed with appearances and status, favouritism feels normal — and we often show it without even realising. This week, Mon shows us how James invites us to see others the way Jesus does: with love that’s impartial, inclusive, and rooted in grace.

BONUS | When "Consider It Joy" Gets Misused

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 02:23:16 GMT

James says to “consider it pure joy when you face trials”—but what happens when that verse is weaponised in the face of real abuse? Cam and Todd unpack the difference between redemptive suffering and preventable harm—and how the church can walk with wisdom, justice, and hope.

Can Suffering Really Be a Gift? | JAMES E2

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 02:53:56 GMT

Suffering is something we avoid at all costs. But James opens his letter with a radical claim: that trials might actually be a gift. In this message, Cam explores what that means—and how it could change everything about how we face hardship.

Pulled in Two Directions | JAMES E1

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 23:42:16 GMT

Ever feel like you're trying to follow Jesus but your life’s being pulled a different direction? This week, Todd explores the quiet tension of divided loyalty, the invitation James offers toward wholeness, and how grace—not guilt—leads us back to a more integrated, grounded faith.

Practicing Reconciliation ft. Lyndal Sherwin

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:47:34 GMT

This week, Lyndal takes us through how reconciliation is at the very heart of the Gospel and is crucial for followers of Jesus to engage in. With this in mind, we look at National Reconciliation Week and the contextual example that is for us in Australia.

Following Jesus in the Legal World | Sacred Work E3

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:17:46 GMT

This week, we get a practical example of how Lucy, from Horizons Family Law Centre, lives out her faith in a line of work that has a reputation of being notoriously difficult to do so. More information on Horizons Family Law Centre can be found at horizonsfamilylaw.org.au

What if I really don't like my job?

Mon, 12 May 2025 05:57:36 GMT

Continuing along our theme of the Sacred Work sermon series, Todd and Cam sit down and discuss, what happens if you find your job mundane, boring or can't work out how it contributes to God's greater plan.

Work as Worship | Sacred Work E2

Sun, 11 May 2025 22:50:22 GMT

This week Todd invites us to see our work—paid, unpaid, seen or unseen—as deeply meaningful to God. Whatever your role, your everyday faithfulness becomes part of God’s restoration story.

Your Story Has a Place in God's Story | Sacred Work E1

Mon, 05 May 2025 05:50:27 GMT

The King Who Re-Wrote Power | Palm Sunday 2025

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 01:33:59 GMT

Why would a king ride a donkey instead of a war horse? Why would he wear a crown of thorns instead of gold? This Palm Sunday, Todd shows us how Jesus redefines power, leadership, and hope — and why his upside-down kingdom is still the best news the world has ever heard.

Discerning Truth in an Age of Noise | SOTM E8

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:30:22 GMT

In a world overwhelmed by noise, how do we find what’s real? Lyndal this week shows us how Jesus calls us to discern by fruit, build on the rock, and stay anchored to His truth. This message shows us how to live faithfully in an age of confusion.

What Does Jesus Say About Judgement? | SOTM E7

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:53:41 GMT

What if judgment reveals more about us than others? In this episode, we explore Jesus’ words in Matthew 7 and the call to live with mercy.

We Don't Need to Worry! | SOTM E6

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:10:30 GMT

Jesus' teachings on money and not worrying can sometimes sound crazy to our modern ears, but what if God actually does know what we need?

Contemplating The Lord's Prayer | Midweek Manna E6

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:00:22 GMT

As we continue our focus on The Lord's Prayer this week, Cam pulls on a few past learnings to present a way to engage with it as part of our daily/weekly rhythms.

The Lord's Prayer | SOTM E5

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:44:17 GMT

This week Todd and Cam sit down to unpack The Lord’s Prayer—its liturgical depth, Jesus’ call to pray this way, and how it shapes our posture toward life.

Prayers for Spiritual Formation | Midweek Manna E5

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:01:12 GMT

How can we pray when we don't feel like it? How can we avoid our prayer life only being an extension of our feelings?

Love Your Enemies | SOTM E4

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:35:41 GMT

This week Monique takes us through Jesus' command to love our enemies, and offers an interesting take on a well known passage.

Hagah on The Scriptures | Midweek Manna E4

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:00:32 GMT

As we enter our communal Lent reading plan at H3O, what's a way we can read scripture for formation, not just information.

The Fulfillment of the Law and Prophets | SOTM E3

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 23:39:19 GMT

What did Jesus think of the Bible of His day? What was his understanding of these laws that were ancient even for Him? This week, Todd breaks all this down.

Intro to Lent | Midweek Manna E3

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 18:40:25 GMT

This week Todd gives some context and thoughts around our upcoming Lent series

Salt and Light | SOTM E2

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:59:42 GMT

Cam looks at Jesus' words that we are, and called to be salt and light in this world. Matthew 5: 13-16

Midweek Manna | E2

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:00:00 GMT

The Beatitudes | SOTM E1

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:18:26 GMT

As we begin our series journeying through the Sermon on the Mount, Todd takes us through the beatitudes.

Midweek Manna | E1

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:33:38 GMT

The context and heart behind our community rhythm!

H3O Vision Day 2025

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 22:48:29 GMT

As we come back together for 2025, we look ahead at our vision. Taking roots from the very first words of our planters 12 years ago to marrying that with our ambitions today, Todd lays out where we are headed 2025 and beyond.

H3O is a church that embraces and whole of life faith and provides you with the practical resources to go deeper in your faith no matter what stage you are at as a follower of Jesus.

What Is a Rule of Life?

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 02:45:46 GMT

In a world of digital distraction, hurry and anxiety, we desperately need a structure in place to give us space for God to form us. This week Todd looks at the ancient practice of a Rule of Life and possible ways we can utilise this as a community.

Generosity E3 | Everything Belongs to God/Be Generous to the Poor

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 22:03:57 GMT

If it is true that everything belongs to God, what does that mean for our lives as stewards of God's resources? This week Cam take us through how generosity reflects God's heart, it pushes back on our consumerist culture and helps us to grow in our likeness to Jesus.

A chat with Nancy Cox on Spiritual Formation

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:08:36 GMT

Todd sits down with Nancy Cox, a founding member of Narraweena Baptist Church and discusses the formation of NBC, her 75 years so far of following Jesus and how quite often it is during pain and trials that we develop our deepest transformation.

Generosity E2 | Watch Out For Greed!

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:25:21 GMT

We live in a culture where accumulation and acquisition are often celebrated on the path to security and happiness. Todd explains how the pursuit of possessions creates hurry and anxiety, while simplicity provides the space needed to embrace the life of generosity that Jesus calls us to. By slowing down and cultivating this simplicity, we can train our hearts to be deeply happy and content amongst a world that is not.

Generosity E1 | There is More Joy in Giving Than Receiving

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:10:42 GMT

We all want to be happy, but many of the things our culture tells us we need in order to be happy, often more money or possessions, don’t actually make us happier. When we practice generosity, we not only experience more happiness, but we also turn our hearts from a scarcity mentality to the abundance mentality of Jesus.

How Much Money is Enough? (feat. Huw Nunn)

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 22:04:09 GMT

Huw from Christians Against Poverty takes us through the wisdom and folly in Proverbs 9 and contextualises it for todays world.

If you would like to find out more about Christians Against Poverty, you can do so here: https://capaust.org/

Dusting off Amos E3 | Resisting Babylon

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 23:27:28 GMT

What is Babylon in our day and age and what is our role as followers of Jesus to resist and break the cycle?

Dusting off Amos E2 | Justice and Righteousness

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:30:43 GMT

The words justice and righteousness are often paired together, particularly in the Hebrew scriptures. How can these to words properly embodied today, be a form of worship to God?

Dusting off Amos E1 | Beyond Idolatry

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:19:28 GMT