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Record Live Podcast

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114 episodes

Record Live is a conversation about life, spirituality and following Jesus in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

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  1. Mission in modern cities: Gary Krause

    · 26 min · Episode 114

    How do we reach people in cities, where life moves quickly and many seem indifferent to spirituality? In this episode, we speak with Gary Krause, Director of Adventist Mission, about why cities are a key focus for…

  2. Carry the flame P2: Brendan Pratt and Danny Philip

    · 26 min · Episode 113

    In this episode, we speak to the Australian Union Conference president Dr Brendan Pratt and the Papua New Guinea Union Mission president Pastor Danny Philip about their vision for South Pacific for Christ in their…

  3. Carry the flame: Charlie Jimmy and Eddie Tupa'i

    · 31 min · Episode 112

    Two for the price of one! In this episode, we speak to Trans Pacific Union Mission president, Pastor Charlie Jimmy and New Zealand Pacific Union president, Pastor Eddie Tupa'i about plans for the upcoming South Pacific…

  4. Mission is a miracle: Erton Köhler

    · 29 min · Episode 111

    This week, the team from Adventist Record speak with Seventh-day Adventist world church president Pastor Erton Köhler. Recently in Brisbane for South Pacific for Christ, we find out more about his vision for mission,…

  5. OneVoice27: Celebrating 2000 years since Jesus' baptism

    · 30 min · Episode 110

    Join us as we interview the Communication director of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church about an exciting initiative, coming in 2027. According to the Bible, 2027 is 2000 years since the baptism of Jesus and…

  6. Why the youth are leaving and what to do about it

    · 29 min · Episode 109

    Pastor Jeff Parker spent many years as a Youth Director for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Australia. He has studied the issues around why young people leave the church as well as ministering to and mentoring…

  7. Six tips for sharing your testimony

    · 30 min · Episode 108

    If you've ever been asked to share your story, maybe you've felt nervous or not known what to say. This episode will give you some helpful ideas on structure, tone, what to include, what to leave out and more. With two…

  8. Signing off: two decades at Record

    · 43 min · Episode 107

    Editor Jarrod Stackelroth has been called to a role at the General Conference, supporting communication and media, particularly in the area of news across the world. We reflect on the past two decades at Record, what…

  9. South Pacific for Christ: What is it all about?

    · 26 min · Episode 106

    We sit down with Pastor Glenn Townend, South Pacific Division president to find out more about the mission focus the SPD has until 2030, what events are coming up and how everyone can get involved. Find out more at:…

  10. Submission and sacrifice in the home

    · 28 min · Episode 105

    The second part of our conversation on headship theology, with Drs Edyta and Darius Jankiewicz, this time we cover what headship theology looks like in the home and personal relationships, how our upbringing and life…

  11. Gender equality: intended from Creation?

    · 38 min · Episode 104

    We speak to theologians Drs Edyta and Darius Jankiewicz about headship theology, what Paul really meant by headship, whether God's curse was descriptive or prescriptive and what it means for leadership in the church.…

  12. The Bunnings church mentality: with Dr Brendan Pratt

    · 34 min · Episode 103

    We live in a world where everything is customised, convenient and customer-focused. But what happens when that mindset seeps into our spiritual lives and our churches? Join us today (4pm AEDT) on Record Live as we…

  13. In the rearview: Record's top moments of 2025

    · 31 min · Episode 102

    As we get close to the end of 2025, we have an opportunity to grab our Record team together and reflect on the best moments. Our regular team are joined by Juliana and Ashley to reflect, reminisce and look forward to…

  14. Marking milestones: memorials in the journey of faith

    · 30 min · Episode 101

    Milestones cause us to pause and reflect. They are also a chance to celebrate and affirm. But are they biblical? Today our reunited Record Live team will discuss milestones, their meaning in the Bible and maybe even…

  15. Your questions on stress, answered (part 2)

    · 37 min · Episode 100

    In today’s world, who isn’t stressed? In this episode, Dr Nick Hall, author of The Stress Recovery Effect, answers your questions and shares practical advice on how to recover from stress, build resilience, and handle…

  16. Why we're so stressed, and what to do about it (part 1)

    · 31 min · Episode 99

    Stress. It can harm you or help you, pull you down or propel you forward. In this two-part conversation, Dr Nick Hall, author of The Stress Recovery Effect, helps us understand what stress actually is, what it does to…

  17. Jonah: The Prophet Who Hated God’s Mercy (Sneak Peek)

    · 40 min · Episode 98

    Exciting news! Behind the scenes, we’ve been working on a new book series titled Living Covenant. This week on Record Live, we’re giving you a sneak peek of the mini-podcast series that accompanies the book. Join us as…

  18. Guiding the next generation

    · 28 min · Episode 97

    Every generation needs people willing to invest in the next. Dr Jean Carter, national director of Adventist Schools Australia, joins us on Record Live to explore how each of us can help shape young people’s…

  19. Ordinary women who changed the world

    · 29 min · Episode 96

    We chat with author Sukeshinie Goonatilleke about the amazing stories of women from the Reformation that she has included in her third book about the period. She now has a radio show covering some of those stories.…

  20. What is happening in Solomon Islands? with Pastor Clifton Mark

    · 31 min · Episode 95

    Our own Record Live cohost Zanita recently traveled to the Solomon Islands, witnessing health ministry and healing in remote communities first hand. We chat with her about some of the things she saw there. She also had…

  21. David Riley: Cancer, cars and courage in adversity

    · 32 min · Episode 94

    We speak with Pastor David Riley about his new book "Bubsie and the boys", the incredible true story of two young, mission-minded Adventists who unintentionally became the first men to journey around Australia in a…

  22. Help! I don't want to go to church anymore

    · 30 min · Episode 93

    Church attendance has seen a decline since the pandemic. Young people are struggling to find a connection with community. On this episode, we talk to a young person who has left and come back and is now passionate…

  23. From dad bod to father figure

    · 33 min · Episode 92

    Today on Record Live we sit down with two Christian dads to talk family, faith, and the kind of influence that shapes lives. Whether you’re a dad, hope to be one, or simply want to understand the role models in your…

  24. Across Australia: Four women, one bike

    · 27 min · Episode 91

    In September 2025, four women will take on a world-first challenge: riding a quad tandem bike across Australia. Their goal? To spark conversation and raise funds for Gotcha4Life, an organisation dedicated to mental…

  25. Does abuse really happen in the church?

    · 32 min · Episode 90

    Domestic violence and family violence are still frighteningly prevalent in today's society. We talk with Counsellor Paul Bogacs about why human nature seems to facilitate a need for control, the power of raising…

  26. Does the world still need missionaries?

    · 30 min · Episode 89

    Are short-term mission trips just an excuse to see another country? Or is there a value for the missionary and the community they visit? Why go on a mission trip? Is it something anyone can do or just for the few?…

  27. What do you have to do to stay saved?

    · 30 min · Episode 88

    Is there anything that we, as Christians, have to do to stay saved? Is sanctification necessary for salvation? What really is sanctification—and how does understanding the process of salvation help in our own personal…

  28. Can Christians read fiction?

    · 30 min · Episode 87

    Some people claim that fiction has little real world value, while others swear by its ability to open new worlds and even enhance one's spiritual journey. Can literature help you to read the Bible better? How can a…

  29. Living a life of worship

    · 28 min · Episode 86

    What does it really mean to live a life of worship? Join Worship Project host Dayne Haberman as we explore how worship extends beyond music and church services into our everyday lives. In this episode, we unpack what…

  30. A chat with SPD president

    · 16 min · Episode 85

    Pastor Glenn Townend has just been re-elected as president of the South Pacific Division. In this candid conversation from the General Conference in St. Louis, he chats with Jarrod Stackelroth about leadership,…

  31. An Adventist PM at the GC Session

    · 31 min · Episode 84

    #RecordLive The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, James Marape, is a dedicated Seventh-day Adventist. He was over at the General Conference Session in St Louis, and this episode features a pre-recorded interview with…

  32. Messy people, messy church

    · 28 min · Episode 83

    Too often people feel like they have to be perfect to go to church. But church was never meant to be a place for perfect people to gather. Today on Record Live, we’re talking with Pastor Toby Clare, who runs a…

  33. Decoding the GC Session

    · 30 min · Episode 82

    Why does the Seventh-day Adventist Church meet together every five years? What happens and how do the elections work? The General Conference session starts at the end of next week. We talk with Dr Brad Kemp from…

  34. Holding on to peace in chaos

    · 30 min · Episode 81

    In a world that is increasingly polarised and where a number of prominent international conflicts are raging, peace is needed more than ever. Join us this week to find some practical ways to get access to the peace…

  35. The grown-up guide to childlike faith

    · 27 min · Episode 80

    Jesus said the kingdom belongs to those who become like children—but what does that look like? How do we grow and mature in our faith and as individuals while still maintaining childlikeness? Can mature faith and…

  36. Saying yes: becoming a missionary the unexpected way

    · 26 min · Episode 79

    Sometimes God places something on our heart that we don’t quite know what to do with. As a child, Krissie dreamed of becoming a missionary—but as she grew older, the path wasn’t clear. Doors didn’t open the way she…

  37. Sinister or saintly: is empathy a sin?

    · 31 min · Episode 78

    One might be forgiven for thinking that the answer to the question "is empathy a sin" is obvious. However, the publishing of recent books such as The Sin of Empathy and Toxic Empathy have seen Western society question…

  38. Nightcare: protecting children in red light districts

    · 29 min · Episode 77

    Did you ever wonder what happened to the children of red light district workers at night while they worked? Asian Aid is serving the marginalised in Cambodia by providing care for these vulnerable children. We speak…

  39. Doing Bible study differently

    · 29 min · Episode 76

    Does the Bible really hold the answers to our biggest questions about life, faith, and who Jesus is? This week on Record Live, we’re chatting with Josh Carnie—pastor and host of the "It’s All There" podcast. Josh is…

  40. Salt, light and the ballot box: how should Christians vote?

    · 30 min · Episode 75

    EPISODE RELEASED EARLY BEFORE ELECTION! Church and politics is a risky subject. But today we're going there with the SPD's fearless legal representative Igor Radonjic. With an Australian election just around the…

  41. Record Editors: the people behind the pages

    · 23 min · Episode 74

    Did you know the longest serving editor of Adventist Record was a woman, named Anna Hindson? Do you know when the letters section started letting people have contrary opinions? And why? You're about the find out.…

  42. Adventist origins: How the church started in the South Pacific

    · 19 min · Episode 73

    The Seventh-day Adventist Church in the South Pacific (SPD) was established by mission minded people and printing and sharing their faith was a key part of that strategy. We join Dr Barry Oliver, former SPD president,…

  43. The wilderness experience: does God use pain to teach?

    · 31 min · Episode 72

    "In my life, it’s often my own hubris that brings me into the desert place. And when confronted with the results of my own choices, sometimes all we can do is reach out to God." The Bible is filled with wilderness…

  44. Napkin testimonies: building community through authenticity

    · 30 min · Episode 71

    In a world where trust in business, government and the media is diminishing, how can Christians cut through the noise and build meaningful connections? One answer is the power of authentic stories. Jarrod and Zanita…

  45. Why does the Adventist Church need news?

    · 33 min · Episode 70

    In this episode, we chat with Enno Mueller, News and Communication director for the Adventist Review, Adventism's flagship publication. The Adventist Review has a storied history—launched by James White in 1849, before…

  46. How to pray without ceasing

    · 28 min · Episode 69

    Prayer is one of those disciplines that is expected of a Christian. It is always the right answer for what we might need more of to get more spiritual. But Paul's injunction is to pray without stopping. Is it even…

  47. Third culture kids: where mission and identity clash

    · 29 min · Episode 68

    Have you hear about Third Culture Kids? They grow up in a culture that is not their own, often in missionary families, leading to feelings of dislocation and isolation. In this episode we speak with a TCK about the…

  48. Scroll, click, pray: exploring faith in a digital age

    · 29 min · Episode 67

    In a world of swipes and clicks, how do we connect with something greater? This episode unpacks how technology is reshaping faith—from prayer apps to online communities, AI-driven content, and the Holy Spirit in…

  49. When the Bible doesn't have the answers

    · 30 min · Episode 66

    #RecordLive family, we're back for 2025. Many people approach the Bible as a step-by-step guide, but was it designed that way? We examine the purpose of the Bible, how to read it responsibly and how NOT to read it. We…

  50. Should women be ordained to ministry?

    · 58 min · Episode 65

    Last week, we had the privilege of interviewing Dr Darius Jankiewicz about the topic of ordination, and explored whether it was a biblical concept or not. Today, he will be joining us again to dive deeper into the…

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