Hillsong Australia Podcast

S3E8: Willpower Won’t Win This War | A Conversation with Dale Simons Oct 14, 2026 2099 If Jesus has already won, why does following him still feel like such a fight?Nathan McLean sits down with Dale Simons, Campus Pastor at Hillsong Melbourne East, to unpack his message This Means War. Dale shares the personal moment that sparked the message, and why he's convinced the fullness of life Jesus promises isn't taken without a fight. Together they talk honestly about the pull of

S3E7: This Means War | Dale Simons Oct 14, 2026 1944 There's a battle happening within each of us, between the life we want to live and the things that pull us away from God. But we haven't been left to fight that battle alone.In this message, Pastor Dale Simons explores the reality of our struggle with sin and the supernatural life God has made available to us through His Holy Spirit. The same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead lives in

S3E6: We Want Explanations. God Wants Trust. | A Conversation with Danielle Jeyaratnam Oct 7, 2026 2757 What do you do when trusting God means letting go of the answers you want?Building on her message at Hillsong Conference 2026, Danielle Jeyaratnam, Lead Pastor of Hillsong New York, sits down with Shekeinah Hill to talk about what surrender actually looks like in everyday life. Danielle has said some big yeses, from the Hills to City, to Perth, to New York. But this conversation is about

S3E5: Surrender | Danielle Jeyaratnam Oct 7, 2026 1136 What if surrender isn't about losing something, but about trusting Someone?In this message from Hillsong Conference 2026, Danielle Jeyaratnam, Lead Pastor of Hillsong New York, invites us to reconsider what surrender really means. We often think surrender means giving something up, losing control or saying goodbye to what we love. But at the heart of following Jesus is an invitation to tr

S3E4: The Work of the Heart | A Conversation with Sam Green Sep 30, 2026 2236 What’s happening in your heart right now? In this episode, Tyler Douglass sits down with Sam Green, National Youth Pastor for Hillsong Australia, to continue the conversation around the condition of our hearts and what it looks like to keep tending to them as we follow Jesus. From becoming familiar with God and going through the motions, to inviting the Holy Spirit into the painful and p

S3E3: Issues of the Heart | Sam Green Sep 30, 2026 1879 It’s easy to go through the motions and tick all the boxes, but are we actually connecting with the Lord and truly seeking Him? In this message, Pastor Sam Green challenges us to look beyond what’s happening on the outside and consider what’s really happening in our hearts. We can say the right things, show up and go through the motions, but what happens when we slow down and let Jesus sp

S3E2: The Courage to Become | A Conversation on Courage, Faithfulness & Brotherhood Sep 23, 2026 2087 What does it look like to have the courage to become who God has called you to be? Recorded at Hillsong Men's Conference, Gabe Kelly sits down with Phil Dooley, Charles Nieman and Ross Abraham for an honest conversation about what it means to keep becoming the men God has called them to be. Together, they unpack what it looks like to move forward when you don't have all the answers, why c

S3E1: The Man You’re Becoming | A Conversation on Manhood, Courage & Grace Sep 16, 2026 4250 Culture keeps moving the goal line on manhood. Allans Sancho, Thomas Hansen, Andrew Midson and Jesse Murray get honest about what a man of God looks like, the fathers who shaped them, the patterns they've broken, and why self-mastery runs out long before grace does.⚠️ DISCLALIMER: This episode discusses childhood trauma, pornography, and suicide. Support: Lifeline 13 11 14 | MensLine 1300

S2E23: Living Room Devotions Vol. 2 Aug 26, 2026 2190 As we close Season 2 of the Hillsong Australia Podcast, we wanted to create space for something a little different. Living Room Devotions is a time of acoustic worship and prayer recorded live with the Hillsong Australia team—a moment to slow down, turn our attention to Jesus and create room for His presence wherever you're listening from.Whether you're driving to work, sitting at home, w

S2E22: ‘The Lost Art of Faithfulness’ | A Conversation with Andrew Midson Aug 19, 2026 2956 Has something that once left you in awe become... just familiar? Pastor Andrew Midson unpacks his message on the Parable of the Sower, walking through the four soils — hard, rocky, thorny, and good ground — and asking an honest question we all need to sit with: have I become apathetic, or even offended, by the very things that used to astonish me?✨ Key ThemesThe danger of familiarity. Jes

S2E21: ‘From Awe to Apathy’ | Andrew Midson Aug 19, 2026 2438 How can two people sit in the same room, hear the same message, and walk away with completely different experiences?In this message, Andrew Midson explores Jesus' Parable of the Sower and unpacks the four conditions of the heart that determine how we respond to God's Word. From the danger of familiarity to the subtle distractions that slowly steal our attention, Andrew reminds us that the

S2E20: ‘Praising God with a Broken Heart’ | A Conversation with Andy Heuser Aug 12, 2026 2567 What does it actually look like to guard your heart when life hurts?In this conversation, Dale Simons sits down with Andy Heuser to continue unpacking his message, My Heart, My Responsibility, and explore the ongoing work of recognising and tending to the condition of our hearts.Whether you're navigating grief, waiting for a promise, wrestling with anxiety or simply recognising that your

S2E19: ‘My Heart, My Responsibility’ | Andy Heuser Aug 12, 2026 2063 We’re often quick to focus on what’s happening around us, but Scripture tells us that everything flows from the heart—and why Proverbs tells us to guard it, not passively, but deliberately, intentionally and consistently.In this message, Andy Heuser explores conditions of the human heart: the waiting heart, the anxious heart, the broken heart, the bitter heart, the distracted heart, the p

S2E18: 'Trusting God While You're Waiting’ | A Conversation with Tracy Barrell Aug 5, 2026 2724 Do you believe God can do miracles but doubt He'd do one for you? Teaching pastor Tracy Barrell joins the podcast to unpack her message "The God Who Still Does Miracles," busting three common myths about who miracles are for, and getting honest about her own two-and-a-half-year wait for healing.✨ Key ThemesMiracles reveal God, not us. Miracles aren't earned by the "most deserving" — they'

S2E17: 'The God Who Still Does Miracles' | Tracy Barrell Aug 5, 2026 2260 What if some of the biggest barriers to experiencing miracles aren't God's willingness to move, but the misconceptions we've believed about them?In this message, Tracy Barrell challenges us to rethink what miracles are, and what they aren't. Looking through the lens of Ephesians 1, we're reminded that God's work has always been rooted in His grace, His goodness and His desire to bring peo

S2E16: 'Have We Lost Our Reverence for the Bible'?: A Conversation with Ben Windle Jul 29, 2026 2620 The average Bible-engaged Christian spends 3.5 minutes a day in scripture and six hours a day on social media and YouTube. In this episode, Pastor Ben Windle joins the Hillsong Australia podcast to unpack why the modern church has become "biblically illiterate," how we got here, and what it practically looks like to rebuild a real, personal engagement with the Bible whether you're brand n

S2E15: 'A Bible Revival': Ben Windle Jul 29, 2026 1995 In a culture that often doesn't know where to turn, Ben Windle reminds us that God is still speaking, and His Word remains our sure foundation. While the world encourages us to rely on our own strength, this message challenges the idea that doing life alone works and calls us back to a life rooted in Scripture.Just as our bodies need daily nourishment, our spirits need spiritual food. Ben

S2E14: 'You Don’t Need A Platform to Make a Difference': A Conversation Jul 22, 2026 2222 Everyone is called to influence — you don't need a platform, a title, or a huge following to make a difference for Jesus. In this episode, host Jasmine sits down with Nathan McClean for an honest, unfiltered follow-up to his message "Call to Influence." They talk about the moment of surrender that changed the trajectory of Nathan's life, how humility opens doors that striving never could,

S2E13: 'Called To Influence': Nathan McLean Jul 22, 2026 2177 What if influence isn't about building a platform, but about living a life surrendered to Jesus?In this message from Pastor Nathan Mclean, we're challenged to rethink what influence really means. While culture celebrates popularity and success, Jesus calls us to a different kind of influence, one that begins with an encounter with Him, grows through humility, and remains powerful even in

S2E12: 'Don't Seek the Anointing. Seek the Anointed One.': Julian Lowe Jul 16, 2026 2604 What happens when we stop chasing the anointing and start pursuing the presence of God?Recorded live at Hillsong Conference 2026, Pastor Julian Lowe unpacks the powerful connection between God's image, His presence, and His anointing. Beginning in Genesis and tracing the story through Scripture, Julian reminds us that we were created to bear God's image before oil was ever poured onto peo

S2E11: LIVE from Hillsong Conference: A Conversation with Jeffrey Rachmat and Phil Dooley Jul 9, 2026 2235 In this episode, Phil Dooley sits down with Pastor Jeffrey Rachmat for an inspiring conversation on leadership, faith, generosity and innovation in ministry.Together they explore how God can multiply what we place in His hands, what it looks like to faithfully serve with whatever we have, and how embracing creativity and entrepreneurial thinking can strengthen the local church. Pastor Jef

S2E10: LIVE from Hillsong Conference: A Conversation with Amy Orr-Ewing and Phil Dooley Jul 8, 2026 1809 Recorded live at Hillsong Conference, Phil Dooley sits down with Christian apologist and author Amy Orr-Ewing for a thought-provoking conversation on faith, culture and the opportunities facing the Church today. In this conversation they explore why an increase in young people are showing a renewed openness to Christianity, how believers can confidently share their faith in everyday conve

S2E9: 'Always Persevere Past Pushback': A Conversation Jul 1, 2026 2533 What if the thing standing between you and your miracle is just one more cry? In this episode, hosts Sam, Mufaro, Alissa, and Ahlaya unpack Peter Stavrou’s powerful Hillsong College Chapel message on Defiant Faith — drawn from the story of blind Bartimaeus in Mark 10. From miracle testimonies to social media, spiritual apathy, and how to walk alongside people who haven't seen their breakt

S2E8: 'A Defiant Faith': Peter Stavrou Jul 1, 2026 2230 What does it mean to have a defiant faith?Recorded at Hillsong College Chapel, Pastor Peter Stavrou explores the kind of faith that refuses to be defined by circumstances, choosing instead to trust in who God is and what He has promised. Looking at the story of blind Bartimaeus, Pete reminds us that faith isn't built on what we can see, but on who Jesus is.Whether you're believing for a b

S2E7: 'The Fight for Your Faith in a Noisy World': A Conversation with Jesse Murray Jun 24, 2026 2457 In a world drowning in notifications, meetings, and a thousand competing voices, how do you keep your faith alive? Hills Campus Pastor Jesse Murray sits down with host Tyler for an honest, funny, and faith-filled conversation about what it really looks like to fight for your faith — on a Monday, in a season of pain, or when God isn't showing you the full picture.✨ Key ThemesFaith Has a So

S2E6: Jesse Murray: 'Have You Got the Fight in You?' Jun 24, 2026 1787 In this message, Hills Campus Pastor Jesse Murray explores what it means to fight for your faith—not just on Sunday, but in the realities of everyday life. Through Scripture and practical encouragement, Jesse reminds us that faith has a sound, faith moves first, and faith doesn't conform to the patterns of the world around us.Whether you're navigating uncertainty, waiting on a breakthroug

S2E5: 'The Heart Behind Heart for the Mission': A Conversation with Phil Dooley Jun 17, 2026 2475 What if the greatest financial gift you ever gave was to someone you'd never meet? In this episode, Global Senior Pastor Phil Dooley sits down with host Jerry to unpack the heart behind Hillsong's annual Heart for the Mission weekend — and why generosity isn't about donation, it's about ownership, legacy, and trust.⚠️ DisclaimerThis episode discusses financial giving in the context of Hil

S2E4: 'Do Christians Need All the Answers?': A Conversation with Amy Orr-Ewing Jun 10, 2026 1259 How do we talk about Jesus in a world full of questions?In this special conversation recorded at Hillsong Conference 2025, Hillsong Conference 2026 guest speaker Amy Orr-Ewing joins the Hillsong Australia Podcast to explore apologetics, evangelism, and how Christians can confidently engage in conversations about faith.Together, we discuss why faith is not disconnected from reality, why it

S2E2: Lucinda Dooley: 'Will You Walk A Road Less Travelled?' May 27, 2026 2409 What does it really mean to walk the narrow road? In this message, Pastor Lucinda Dooley explores Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 7 to choose the road less travelled—a life of surrender, obedience, and wholehearted trust in God.With honesty and wisdom, Lucinda shares how following Jesus often requires us to move beyond comfort, wrestle through uncertainty, and remain planted in faith even wh

S2E3: Will You Follow God Wherever He Leads, Even if it Costs You Something?: A Conversation with Lucinda Dooley May 27, 2026 1909 What does it really look like to follow Jesus on the “narrow road”? In this honest and deeply practical conversation, Pastor Lucinda Dooley shares the wrestles, refinement, and surrender that come with choosing a road less traveled. Through Matthew 7:13–14, this episode explores how God uses uncertainty, opposition, and excavation seasons to form us into people who flourish with Him.✨ Key

S2E1: Robert Fergusson: The Letter that Jude did not Write May 20, 2026 2040 In the Season 2 premiere of the Hillsong Australia Podcast, Robert Fergusson shares a deeply personal message reflecting on 52 years of following Jesus and the decision that changed his life forever. Drawing from the book of Jude, Robert explores identity, calling, insecurity, and what it means to share in the salvation found in Christ.Through Jude 1:1–4, this message reminds us that our

S1E20: 'Living Room Devotions': A Moment of Worship and Prayer Apr 15, 2026 2243 In the rhythm of everyday life, it can be easy to rush past moments with God.Living Room Devotions is an invitation to pause — to worship, to pray, and to turn your attention back to Him. Featuring worship with our Hillsong Australia team, including Touch of Heaven, That’s the Power, What a Beautiful Name, and Through It All, alongside guided moments of prayer for healing and unity in the

S1E18: Katie Schrack: 'Stewards of the Oil' Apr 8, 2026 1734 In this message, Katie Schrack unpacks the powerful biblical concept of “the oil” as a symbol of the Holy Spirit and challenges us to steward God’s presence in our lives well. Anchored in Scripture, this message calls believers to move beyond striving and into Spirit-dependence. It’s a practical and heartfelt invitation to live a life continually filled and empowered by God.🔗 LinksLearn m

S1E19: 'Stewards of the Oil': A Conversation Apr 8, 2026 2587 What does it really mean to live an anointed life—and how do we maintain it daily? In this conversation unpacking Katie Schrack’s message, the team explores the tension between doing for God and being with God, reminding us that we can’t live off yesterday’s oil. This episode invites us into a life of daily filling, honest dependence, and Spirit-led living.✨ Key ThemesThe difference betwe

S1E17: 'Holy Week + Easter': A Conversation Apr 1, 2026 2542 This Easter week, Georg Pingle sits down with Dr. Haydn Nelson to explore the profound meaning of Easter. Together, they unpack the centrality of the cross and the resurrection in the Christian faith, how these events shape everyday life, and why Easter is more than a single weekend—it's a daily invitation to live as resurrection people.⚠️ DisclaimerThis episode touches on grief, death, a

S1E16: '40 Days of Deeper Devotion': A Conversation Mar 25, 2026 2789 What if Lent isn’t about restriction—but preparation? In this episode, Katie Schrack and Duncan Corby unpack the deeper meaning behind the 40 days leading to Easter, reframing it as a season of intentional transformation. As we journey toward the cross and resurrection, we’re invited to participate in the story of Jesus—not just observe it.✨ Key ThemesPreparation over deprivationThe purpo

S1E14: Lee Burns: 'The Church Is - The Gospel On Mission' Mar 19, 2026 2110 In this message, Lee Burns teaches that the Church is the gospel on mission—welcoming all while transforming lives through grace and the Holy Spirit. Using Galatians 2, he highlights how the gospel calls for unity, inclusion, and living out faith, not just believing it. Everyone is invited, but no one stays the same.

S1E15: 'The Church Is - The Gospel On Mission': A Conversation Mar 19, 2026 2284 The Gospel isn’t just about salvation—it’s about how we live, love, and include others every day. Anchored in the tension of “come as you are” and “don’t stay as you are,” this conversation unpacks how the Gospel calls us beyond comfort into mission. From Scripture to real-life stories, this episode challenges us to build authentic, inclusive community that reflects Jesus.⚠️ DisclaimerThi

S1E12: Jay Jury: ‘Mission Accomplished' Mar 11, 2026 2498 What does it take to finish the race God has set before you? In this episode, Jay Jury unpacks the powerful encouragement of Hebrews 12—to run with endurance and keep our eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Discover how laying aside hidden “weights,” embracing your God-given lane, and staying faithful in the present moment can help you live a life marked by purpose and pe

S1E13: 'Mission Accomplished’: A Conversation Mar 11, 2026 2370 What does it take to finish the race God has set before you? In this episode, Jay Jury unpacks the powerful encouragement of Hebrews 12—to run with endurance and keep our eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Discover how laying aside hidden “weights,” embracing your God-given lane, and staying faithful in the present moment can help you live a life marked by purpose and pe

S1E11: 'The Sisterhood': A Conversation with Lucinda Dooley Mar 5, 2026 1887 Sisterhood isn’t just an event — it’s a move of God. In this powerful conversation, Lucinda Dooley and Emma Cooke unpack why every believer is a leader and why true beauty starts within. Anchored in John 4:34, this episode calls women to live from their identity as daughters of God and lead from a place of courage, servanthood, and inner transformation.Register: Sisterhood Conference 2026

S1E10: 'Building Together': A Conversation with Phil Dooley Feb 25, 2026 2412 What does it really mean to build the Church — not just physically, but spiritually and personally? Anchored in Ephesians 2 and the story of Nehemiah, this Mission Sunday conversation between Phil Dooley and Gabe Kelly explores how God is building His Church through everyday people, in everyday places. This episode unpacks how each of us can take responsibility for what’s in front of us a

S1E9: Phil Dooley 'Building Together' Global Mission Sunday 2026 Feb 25, 2026 3295 In this Mission Sunday message, Global Senior Pastor Phil Dooley brings a powerful word from Ephesians 2:19–22, reminding us that God is building more than structures—He’s building people, with Jesus Christ as the cornerstone.Be inspired to take your place in God’s purpose as we move forward together with vision, courage, and unity.

S1E8: ‘A New Year - A New You’: A Conversation Feb 21, 2026 2660 In this deeply pastoral and honest conversation, Donna Crouch joins host Shekeinah Hill to unpack one of the most universal — yet often avoided — human experiences: pain.Drawing from John 11 and the story of Lazarus, Donna shares from both Scripture and personal experience to explore how suffering, grief, and despair are not signs of weak faith — but often spaces where faith is formed.At

S1E7: Donna Crouch ‘A New Year - A New You’ Feb 21, 2026 2396 In her message 'A New Year- A New You', Donna Crouch draws from the Gospel of John and the story of Lazarus of Bethany to show how God uses seasons of pain, grief, and waiting to form a deeper, more resilient faith as we step into a new year.

S1E6: 'Christ + Nothing = Everything:' A Conversation Feb 21, 2026 2720 In this episode, Tyler is joined by friends and church leaders Jerry, Alissa, and Vasiti to debrief an impactful message from Hillsong teaching pastor Haydn Nelson titled “Christ + Nothing = Everything”. Drawing from Colossians 1, Haydn reminds listeners that Christ is supreme, sufficient, and our Saviour—offering everything we need in every area of life. The hosts discuss personal takeaw

S1E5: Haydn Nelson 'Christ + Nothing = Everything’ Feb 21, 2026 1887 In his message 'Christ + Nothing = Everything', Haydn Nelson unpacks Colossians to reveal the supremacy and sufficiency of Jesus Christ, reminding us that when Christ is at the centre, we already have everything we need for life and faith.

S1E4: 'The Gospel in Advance' part 2: A Conversation Feb 21, 2026 2761 In this episode of the Hillsong Australia Podcast, the team unpack a powerful message from Robert Fergusson titled The Gospel in Advance: Following in the Footsteps of a Man of Righteousness.Through the lens of Abraham’s life, this conversation explores what it means to live a life of righteousness in everyday moments — not through perfection, but through trust and obedience to God. The d

S1E3: Robert Fergusson 'The Gospel in Advance’ part 2 Feb 21, 2026 2298 In his message 'The Gospel in Advance: Following in the Footsteps of a Man of Righteousness', Robert Fergusson looks at the life of Abraham to show how righteousness is formed through daily trust and obedience to God, calling followers of Jesus Christ to live distinctively in faith while faithfully engaging the world around them.

S1E2: 'The Gospel in Advance' part 1: A Conversation Feb 21, 2026 2466 In this first episode of the Hillsong Australia Podcast, Allans Sancho sits down with Robert Fergusson to unpack his recent sermon preached at the Hills Campus in Sydney, titled The Gospel in Advance. As we begin a new year, this conversation centres on returning to the foundations of our faith by looking back to move forward — specifically through the life of Abraham.Together, they explo

S1E1: Robert Fergusson 'The Gospel in Advance' part 1 Feb 21, 2026 2171 In his message 'The Gospel in Advance: Following in the Footsteps of a Man of Faith', Robert Fergusson explores how the life of Abraham reveals the foundations of the Gospel, calling us to step into a new year with adventurous faith, gratitude, and generosity.

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