Title: Blessed is he who is not offended in me
Speaker: Brian Pennington
Date: 8th April 2026
Location: Adelaide, Australia

This episode reflects on how Jesus spoke the truth plainly, even when it offended the religious leaders of His day. In Mark 7 and Matthew 15, the contrast is clear: the Pharisees were committed to outward tradition, while Jesus looked directly at the heart and exposed hypocrisy.  

The message then turns to the Syrophoenician woman, whose persistence and faith stood in sharp contrast to those who rejected the truth. Though tested, she kept pressing toward Jesus, trusting that He alone had the answer. The episode highlights the need to love the truth, stand on the Word of God, and refuse to be offended by the full gospel.  

3 Key Points or Takeaways

• Jesus did not soften the truth to avoid offending those who were hardened in tradition.  
• Real faith keeps pressing toward the Lord, even when tested.  
• The gospel calls for obedience, submission to God’s Word, and a refusal to compromise.  

Reference Scriptures Used

• Isaiah 53:2
• Luke 4
• Mark 6:54–56
• Mark 7
• Matthew 15
• Matthew 9
• Matthew 12
• Romans 10
• Matthew 11:5–6
• Matthew 13:57  

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Title: Rebuilding the Great City
Speaker: Brian Pennington
Date: 25th June 2025
Location: Adelaide, Australia

This episode explores the message of Nehemiah, drawing out practical parallels between rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls and strengthening the church. It highlights how God uses ordinary people—families, tradesmen, and those with no experience—to build something lasting when their hearts are united in purpose. The episode emphasises that every contribution matters, whether seen or unseen, because the work belongs to the Lord.

The talk also reflects on the foundations that keep the church strong: sound doctrine, spiritual diligence, personal growth, and a willingness to clear out what hinders progress. Using examples from Nehemiah, the Reformation, and the early church, the message encourages a renewed commitment to build, guard, and maintain what God has entrusted to His people.

Key Takeaways

• Strengthening the church begins with unity, commitment, and a shared willingness to build.
• Foundational doctrines must be guarded, just as the gates of Jerusalem were protected.
• Personal growth requires clearing away spiritual “rubbish” and staying ready to build and defend.

Reference Scriptures

• Isaiah 26:1–2
• Nehemiah 1–6
• Isaiah 59
• Psalm 11:3
• 1 Corinthians 3
• Acts 2
• 1 Samuel 30
• Colossians 3:23–24
• Hebrews 12:1–2
• John 15
• Psalm 23
• Jude 23
• Matthew 22

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Title: Discovering the Hidden Things of God
Speaker: Brian Pennington
Date: 22nd January 2025
Location: Adelaide, Australia

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Title: The Gospel Hope
Speaker: Brian Pennington
Date: 7th May 2023
Location: Adelaide, Australia

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Title: The voice
Speaker: Brian Pennington
Date: 7th April 2023
Location: Carrickalinga, Australia

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