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Record Live Podcast
Adventist Record
114 episodes
Record Live is a conversation about life, spirituality and following Jesus in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
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Is ordination biblical?
The issue of women's ordination has become a wedge issue in the Adventist Church, polarising communities and dividing "conservative' and "liberal" Adventists. Parties on either side will argue "YES!" or "NO!", but is…
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How do I finish the year well?
On this episode, we've got a secret for you on how to finish the year well. Something that can help your mental health, your relationships and your spiritual life, this secret is better than making resolutions for the…
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The songs that inspire us
Songs are an important part of our faith. They provide a shared communal connection and inspiration. They encourage us and lift our hearts beyond the physical. Today we're going to talk about the songs that inspire us…
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Fostering a relay-race faith
Have you ever felt tired in your role at church? Have you ever felt like you’re the only one doing anything? Today, more than ever before, church members are experiencing burnout. We talk to Olivia Morton, regional…
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How to be more welcoming at church
Is your church friendly? Warm to visitors? Could it improve? Does it matter? These questions and more today on #RecordLive. Wednesdays 4pm, Friday morning Podcasts.
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Unpacking the Bible in community
It can be intimidating to read the Bible, either in personal devotion time or to lead a small group. In this episode, our team grapple with a random passage to both get something uplifting for ourselves but also to…
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What God has done: 125 years of Record
Last year Adventist Record celebrated our 125th anniversary. In this episode, we are going to share the sermon from that Sabbath celebration as not all could attend. The emphasis on what God has done in our lives and…
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The subtle trap of materialism
Christians like to outwardly reject secularism and "worldly" things. Yet sometimes our highest values aren't the ones we say we believe but the way we actually live. Have we inherited the mindset of the majority…
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Stopping diabetes one toe at a time
Did you know that every 20 minutes, an amputation occurs in the South Pacific due to diabetes or an associated lifestyle disease. Did you also know that the Adventist Church is fighting hard to address this issue,…
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Who is Sister Betsy?
Sister Betsy is making a comeback. But who is this international woman of mystery? Not really a woman, "Sister Betsy" was a system of giving that our pioneers heavily relied on for mission. Find out more about how and…
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Confessions of an unfaithful pastor
Being a pastor is not for the faint hearted. Today we speak with a pastor who wrote the article with this spicy title to find out more about what he meant by calling himself "unfaithful", what are some of the pitfalls…
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What can we learn from the Islamic call to prayer?
Often travel and experiencing other cultures can teach us about our own lives and beliefs. Today we explore Zanita's trip to Morocco and what it taught her about prayer and faith and of course, we get practical! Are we…
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Pass the keys: keeping young people at church
Development of faith happens at a very early age. We speak with Shaylee Walsh about keeping our young people, especially teenagers, in a relationship with Jesus, the practical things we can do to help, and how…
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Why diet matters for mental health
Did you know that what you eat can have a bigger impact than first thought on your mood and mental health? In this conversation we find out more about the special lifestyle that can improve your mood and remind each…
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This leadership conversation applies to YOU!
We've titled today's episode to directly speak to your protesting that you're not a leader. But God has made us all leaders in some sphere or another and as Christians, we are followers who are called to lead others to…
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Are Adventists really the remnant?
It's one of those concepts that some people in the Church are super passionate about, something that is assumed knowledge, almost like a secret code. It makes other people uncomfortable. So what is it about the…
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The Conversion of Russell Brand (and other celebrities)
British comedian Russell Brand has been on a journey that has seen him embrace Christianity and be baptised. He is now posting almost daily "devotional" content. We talk about the phenomenon of celebrity conversions…
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The Hopeful: an Adventist movie (Part 2)
What does hope mean to you? What can we learn from our Adventist pioneers? We speak to Kyle Portbury, director of THE HOPEFUL movie which will be released in October. In this conversation we go deeper into what the…
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The Hopeful: an Adventist origin movie (part 1)
Adventist Record editor, Jarrod Stackelroth, sits down with Kyle Portbury, director of THE HOPEFUL movie, to be released in cinemas around Australia and New Zealand in October. We talk about the movie, how it can…
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Boycott the Olympics: yes or no
Should Christians boycott the Olympics? A question with as many answers as there are Christians. With the Olympics now in full flight and some controversy around the opening ceremony, everyone seems to have an opinion.…
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Fasting: is it necessary or optional?
#RecordLive Fasting was central to Jesus' life and was practiced by Christians for most of church history. Yet today, very few individuals abstain from food, and if they do, it's often for health reasons. Is fasting…
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Connecting with God: Easy or hard?
For many people, connecting with God feels easy. But for others, it’s much more complicated. How do I connect with someone who I can’t see or hear? Why don’t I feel His presence? How do I know if He’s leading or if…
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Forgiveness: what it is and isn't
Forgiveness is often easier said than done. When someone wrongs us, it can feel justifiable or even satisfying to hold a grudge. However, the Bible commands us to forgive, and mental health professionals agree that…
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The loneliness epidemic
As Western society becomes increasingly individualistic and people find it harder to connect in person due to remote work and the increase in social media, people are feeling lonely. It's impacting our health, our…
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Finding Joy
What is joy? How do we have more of it in our lives and can we experience it even when times are hard? Join us as we unpack these questions with counsellor, speaker, author, and musician, Dr Jennifer Jill Schwirzer.
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Walking through depression and doubt as a Christian
What do you do when you’re a follower of Jesus and you’re having a mental health crisis? How do you deal with your doubts and your struggles while holding onto your faith? We talk to outreach leader, climber and…
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Missionary Roots and Modern Impact
Pastor Blair Lemke, Young Adults Director for NNSW, shares with #RecordLive his experience at PNG for Christ. More than 70 years ago, Blair’s grandfather accepted a call to take the gospel to a remote village in Papua…
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Future-ready kids: technology, screen time and mental health
Pastor Daron Pratt has long been an advocate for children and families in our churches and his soapbox posts on Facebook always provide food for thought. Now he speaks to #RecordLive about discipling children in an age…
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Heaven: Are we made for another world?
CS Lewis said "If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world." But what is heaven really? Many Christians look forward to heaven…
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An eyewitness account of PNG for Christ
If you're an Adventist church member, you might have seen PNG posts all over your timeline and news feed. But what is happening up there and why? We get the rundown with our editor, Jarrod Stackelroth, who has just…
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The blessings and benefits of eating together
We live in a time where, although we’re connected online, we’re lonelier than ever. Looking back throughout history, we see people consistently coming together to eat. Throughout the Bible, Jesus regularly made time to…
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Reluctant vegetarian: my journey from meat-loving to plant-based
Is the Adventist health message still relevant? More and more of us are neglecting it. We chat with Adventist Record news editor Juliana Muniz about her health journey, why she never wanted to be vegetarian and what…
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In search of harmony: Science, faith and health
Over the years, scientific findings have both agreed with and contradicted the Adventist Health message. So where should we stand on science? Do we need science to be vindicated? These and other thought provoking…
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Small acts, big impact: a conversation with Joel Slade
Joel Slade believes that small acts can have a huge impact. It's why he started Penny Projects to serve the people of Zambia. But he also details his own journey of leaving paid, professional ministry and stepping out…
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Can we do youth ministry better?
A recently released study has delved into the faith and practice of those involved in ministry to young people. We talk with the authors of the study to find out more about the challenges facing youth ministry, why…
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The challenge of unanswered prayer
Prayer is an incredibly important discipline in the Christian faith. But many misunderstandings around it exist and if you've prayed about anything for any length of time, you may find that you've had prayers go…
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The mystery of God's calling
To be called to do something is a phrase that people often use to describe finding a life purpose. In the church, it can be imbued with an almost mystical sense, especially when we talk about a call to paid, full time…
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The power of remembering
Our parents and grandparents have fascinating stories of faith and struggle that we don't always know or appreciate. And there is a biblical mandate for remembering. In this episode we're going to explore the power of…
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The little blue shed: an update from Africa
Two years ago, Tanja Curcic appeared on Record Live to talk about her testimony of becoming an Adventist in Africa after leaving a corporate job and fast-paced city lifestyle behind in Australia. She is the founder of…
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'Til death do us part
Greg and Patsy have been married for 44 years. We chat to them about what it takes to make a relationship last and keep the spark alive. Join us as we celebrate love this Valentine's Day. Tune in Wednesdays 4pm or…
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Family worship: Tradition or transformation
The Seventh-day Adventist church in Australia (AUC) is encouraging people to get back into the habit of doing family worship. Sylvia Mendez, Children, Women's and Family director for AUC speaks about what worship is…
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Can there be peace on earth? War in the Christmas season
In his final editorial for 2023, editor Jarrod Stackelroth reflects on the current conflict in the Middle East and how the original promise of Christmas was that Jesus was bringing peace. Do we have to wait for Jesus'…
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The girl who lived off haystacks
Haystacks are an Adventist staple, salad over corn chips with your favourite salsa, guac etc. But could you eat them every day for seven months? We speak to artist, teacher, singer/songwriter Anna Beaden who, during…
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Is the church racist?
Adventism has some unique contributions to make to the conversation around race and the church. We speak to Nathan Brown and Maury Jackson, two of the contributors and the editors of A House On Fire, a compilation of…
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"Doctor you saw my angel" and other stories
#Recordlive We speak with Dr Danijela Schubert about some of her amazing life experiences and how God shows up in ordinary lives but we often forget to look for Him. Do we seek God in the everyday? How can we be more…
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Dare to be different
Have you ever felt weird? Like you didn't fit in. We're encouraged to be a peculiar people but it can be hard sometimes. And as church we also often strive to fit in. What would it be like if we embraced our…
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Is Ellen White still relevant to young people?
#RecordLive As part of the recent SPD's Ellen White Symposium, our host Jarrod Stackelroth interviewed a panel of young people on the relevance of Ellen White. On Record Live this week, we revisit this presentation and…
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Diving into AI with Daryl Gungadoo
AI has been with us for some time but has really exploded this year. With these sudden developments, people might experience a range of emotions, ranging from excitement to fear and many questions, about ethics, how it…
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Building Resilience with Eddie Hypolite
Eddie Hypolite has spent the past 20 years travelling internationally as a much sought after motivational speaker, educational consultant and leadership and personal development trainer. He spoke to us about how to…
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Courageous Women of the Reformation
When we list heroes of the Reformation, we hear names like Luther, Calvin, Zwingli and many more. But we rarely hear about the women who wrote, studied supported and were persecuted alongside those heroes.
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