Wouldn't it be wonderful if when God spoke we could recognise it with our natural senses? Perhaps a burning bush or cloud by day and fire by night. What is it about this still small voice? Listen in as Melbourne Inclusive Church discovers how to discern the voice of God.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift​

Wouldn't it be wonderful if when God spoke we could recognise it with our natural senses? Perhaps a burning bush or cloud by day and fire by night. What is it about this still small voice? Listen in as Melbourne Inclusive Church discovers how to discern the voice of God. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your</a>-gift​

Hearing from God-Discerning the Voice of God

The best way to get to know someone is to talk with them. God wants so much to talk with us but many times we're just not sure how to hear from God. In week one of our series "Hearing from God" we two important elements of hearing from God. Awareness that God speaks and listening. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift

The best way to get to know someone is to talk with them. God wants so much to talk with us but many times we're just not sure how to hear from God. In week one of our series "Hearing from God" we two important elements of hearing from God. Awareness that God speaks and listening. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a>

Hearing from God-Be Aware Then Listen

Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftWe grow our faith by reading the word of God- this is true but the scripture used most time to talk about faith is Romans 10:17“17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”We don’t just read the Word of God, we hear it as well.  This is where many will say well, sure there are some great teachers and preachers and podcasts on faith. This also would be correct. The Disciples were sent out to share the Word of God with others. But something very significant opens up for us when we turn our attention to the word “word” because when we do we don’t just hear about God; we hear from God! Check it out!

Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> We grow our faith by reading the word of God- this is true but the scripture used most time to talk about faith is Romans 10:17 “17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” We don’t just read the Word of God, we hear it as well. This is where many will say well, sure there are some great teachers and preachers and podcasts on faith. This also would be correct. The Disciples were sent out to share the Word of God with others. But something very significant opens up for us when we turn our attention to the word “word” because when we do we don’t just hear about God; we hear from God! Check it out!

Exploring Faith Wk 3 Growing Our Faith

Not many people experience fully the blessings that God intended for them. Passions diminish through veils of fear; dreams remain just that in the absence action. Doubt like a weed strangles our efforts to the point of exhaustion. We can wear ourselves out just trying to live the “abundant life” that Jesus promised. We experience the fullness of God when we respond to the voice of God by faith. In this second week of our faith series we learn what faith has (four characteristics), what faith says and what faith requires. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift

Not many people experience fully the blessings that God intended for them. Passions diminish through veils of fear; dreams remain just that in the absence action. Doubt like a weed strangles our efforts to the point of exhaustion. We can wear ourselves out just trying to live the “abundant life” that Jesus promised. We experience the fullness of God when we respond to the voice of God by faith. In this second week of our faith series we learn what faith has (four characteristics), what faith says and what faith requires. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a>

Exploring Faith (Wk 2) What Faith Can Do

Not many people experience fully the blessings that God intended for them. Passions diminish through veils of fear; dreams remain just that in the absence action. Doubt like a weed strangles our efforts to the point of exhaustion. We can wear ourselves out just trying to live the “abundant life” that Jesus promised.  We experience the fullness of God when we respond to the voice of God by faith. In this first week of our faith series we learn about building a firm foundation for our faith. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftJoin us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Not many people experience fully the blessings that God intended for them. Passions diminish through veils of fear; dreams remain just that in the absence action. Doubt like a weed strangles our efforts to the point of exhaustion. We can wear ourselves out just trying to live the “abundant life” that Jesus promised. We experience the fullness of God when we respond to the voice of God by faith. In this first week of our faith series we learn about building a firm foundation for our faith. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Exploring Faith (Wk 1): Believe

Looking for some peace in your life? Peace comes and goes and sometimes peace is so hard to find. How can we find peace in this world? Is there a source? Is there someone who can help?Absolutely.....His name is Jesus and the peace he gives us will help us overcome anything we can experience in this world.Listen in as Pastor Becky shares on this most important topic. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Looking for some peace in your life? Peace comes and goes and sometimes peace is so hard to find. How can we find peace in this world? Is there a source? Is there someone who can help? Absolutely.....His name is Jesus and the peace he gives us will help us overcome anything we can experience in this world. Listen in as Pastor Becky shares on this most important topic. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Peace Among the Chaos

Over 700 years before Christ came to Earth the prophet Micah foretold of a coming ruler who would be honoured, have the power of God and would be the source of peace. During this time before Christmas we look back through history at time when peace was a promise. Now we look forward, in peace knowing the one who promised delivered...and will come again to wipe every tear from our eyes...forever.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftJoin us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Over 700 years before Christ came to Earth the prophet Micah foretold of a coming ruler who would be honoured, have the power of God and would be the source of peace. During this time before Christmas we look back through history at time when peace was a promise. Now we look forward, in peace knowing the one who promised delivered...and will come again to wipe every tear from our eyes...forever. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Hope-Special Guest Karl Hand

This past week was Transgender Awareness Week. A perfect time to look at how much love is lacking for people who may seem different to others. Rather than embracing people with love, many times a fear of what we don't understand will cause unloving acts, sometimes horrible acts.  How do we overcome hate with love...we must die to hate or be reborn in love and then learn to live in our new nature. We are all going through a transition.All through Scripture we see where God rescues us; mostly from ourselves. But the true rescue came when one person laid down their life for ours. A perfect seed whose very nature is love died so that we who believe can be reborn of incorruptible seed. Learning to love all of God's creation as beautiful and diverse and valuable. Allow God, through Jesus Christ to bring you new life.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

This past week was Transgender Awareness Week. A perfect time to look at how much love is lacking for people who may seem different to others. Rather than embracing people with love, many times a fear of what we don't understand will cause unloving acts, sometimes horrible acts. How do we overcome hate with love...we must die to hate or be reborn in love and then learn to live in our new nature. We are all going through a transition. All through Scripture we see where God rescues us; mostly from ourselves. But the true rescue came when one person laid down their life for ours. A perfect seed whose very nature is love died so that we who believe can be reborn of incorruptible seed. Learning to love all of God's creation as beautiful and diverse and valuable. Allow God, through Jesus Christ to bring you new life. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

When a Seed Falls to the Ground

In 2 Timothy we hear the heart of Paul toward his protege Timothy. Paul tells Timothy that he remembers the struggles Timothy has faced but that he also sees Timothy's resolve to not give up. He reminds Timothy of his heritage and encourages him to stir up his gifts and to take hold of the power, love and self-control given to him by God. We all have gifts that God has given to us to share the Gospel which is great news for all who believe. When it gets hard remember that... “7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline."                                                                                                                                           2 Timothy 1:7 Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftJoin us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

In 2 Timothy we hear the heart of Paul toward his protege Timothy. Paul tells Timothy that he remembers the struggles Timothy has faced but that he also sees Timothy's resolve to not give up. He reminds Timothy of his heritage and encourages him to stir up his gifts and to take hold of the power, love and self-control given to him by God. We all have gifts that God has given to us to share the Gospel which is great news for all who believe. When it gets hard remember that... “7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline." 2 Timothy 1:7 Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Not ashamed of the Gospel (2 Timothy)

1 and 2 Timothy are great mentor to mentee books. They can however be a bit controversial when it comes to topics like woman in ministry, money, and a passage used at times to clobber the faith of same sex attracted or gender diverse persons. Was is Paul's intent to divide or to bring unity under the fact that there is one God and one mediator between God and humans; Jesus Christ. Cling to your calling Timothy and don't fall for man made doctrine or traditions.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

1 and 2 Timothy are great mentor to mentee books. They can however be a bit controversial when it comes to topics like woman in ministry, money, and a passage used at times to clobber the faith of same sex attracted or gender diverse persons. Was is Paul's intent to divide or to bring unity under the fact that there is one God and one mediator between God and humans; Jesus Christ. Cling to your calling Timothy and don't fall for man made doctrine or traditions. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Hold Fast to Your Faith (1 Timothy Part 2)

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Cling to Your Calling (1 Timothy Part 1)

Many believers in Jesus Christ have experienced a deep relationship with him. Our sins have been forgiven, we have found help and hope in Christ. We acknowledge Jesus as the Lord of our life through Holy Spirit. We know God is for us and yet we still feel paralysed from time to time and sometimes for a long time- by fear and doubt or by the thoughts and opinions of others. But in this next season God is saying: Pick up your faith and walk. Let's ask the Lord for help in walking a faith filled life for His glory and our good.“1 I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. 2 I will boast only in the Lord; let all who are helpless take heart. 3 Come, let us tell of the Lord’s greatness; let us exalt his name together. 4 I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.”                                                                                                  Psalm 34:1-4 (NLT)Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Many believers in Jesus Christ have experienced a deep relationship with him. Our sins have been forgiven, we have found help and hope in Christ. We acknowledge Jesus as the Lord of our life through Holy Spirit. We know God is for us and yet we still feel paralysed from time to time and sometimes for a long time- by fear and doubt or by the thoughts and opinions of others. But in this next season God is saying: Pick up your faith and walk. Let's ask the Lord for help in walking a faith filled life for His glory and our good. “1 I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. 2 I will boast only in the Lord; let all who are helpless take heart. 3 Come, let us tell of the Lord’s greatness; let us exalt his name together. 4 I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:1-4 (NLT) Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Pick Up Your Faith and Walk

We have all heard the expression "give until it hurts" but in the Kingdom of God we give because it helps. When we are generous with  our time, our kindness, our finances, our understanding....it helps. Not only are others helped by our giving, but we too are blessed by God. Give until it helps and experience more in your relationship with God and others.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

We have all heard the expression "give until it hurts" but in the Kingdom of God we give because it helps. When we are generous with our time, our kindness, our finances, our understanding....it helps. Not only are others helped by our giving, but we too are blessed by God. Give until it helps and experience more in your relationship with God and others. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Give Until it Helps

Resting in the knowledge that we are loved by God helps us to better love ourselves. During the Covid pandemic we have had to find ways to better care for ourselves. When we love ourselves we silence the Pharisee within us that says "you can't do this" or "you have to do that" and instead we find peace while doing our tasks. This peace leads to even greater progress because we are no longer doing it as a :must do" but as an "I get to and God will help me".Matthew: 11:28-29"28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls."Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Resting in the knowledge that we are loved by God helps us to better love ourselves. During the Covid pandemic we have had to find ways to better care for ourselves. When we love ourselves we silence the Pharisee within us that says "you can't do this" or "you have to do that" and instead we find peace while doing our tasks. This peace leads to even greater progress because we are no longer doing it as a :must do" but as an "I get to and God will help me". Matthew: 11:28-29 "28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Peace and Progress

"Setting Healthy Boundaries". We aren't always good at establishing boundaries yet this is an essential part of healthy living. Let's discover together how to set boundaries that promote healthy relationships with God, ourselves, and others.Proverbs 4:23 "23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life."Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

"Setting Healthy Boundaries". We aren't always good at establishing boundaries yet this is an essential part of healthy living. Let's discover together how to set boundaries that promote healthy relationships with God, ourselves, and others. Proverbs 4:23 "23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Setting Healthy Boundaries Part 2

Setting Healthy Boundaries Part 1

Ralph Waldo Emerson offered this advice: To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.We all go through seasons of life. We go through summers and winters and we also go through peaks and valleys but how do we make the most of every day? Ephesians 5:15-17 offers us four ways we can make the most of our days. Being authentic about who we are and how we live is an important part of making the most of our days. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Ralph Waldo Emerson offered this advice: To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. We all go through seasons of life. We go through summers and winters and we also go through peaks and valleys but how do we make the most of every day? Ephesians 5:15-17 offers us four ways we can make the most of our days. Being authentic about who we are and how we live is an important part of making the most of our days. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

Making the Most of Our Days

Many people don’t like the word authority because sadly it has been used by some to cause harm. But as believers in Jesus Christ our authority is meant to be used to administer love to the people around us. Love is an important element of the authority placed in us by Christ as his representatives here on Earth. But with authority comes great responsibility. Very shortly we are going to experience a cross over moment. A time when we cross over from lockdown and isolation back into freedom. We have an opportunity for the church to come out differently than when we went into lockdown. May the church use the authority granted by Christ to do away with hate and exclusion and to welcome all who would come with love and kindness.Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

Many people don’t like the word authority because sadly it has been used by some to cause harm. But as believers in Jesus Christ our authority is meant to be used to administer love to the people around us. Love is an important element of the authority placed in us by Christ as his representatives here on Earth. But with authority comes great responsibility. Very shortly we are going to experience a cross over moment. A time when we cross over from lockdown and isolation back into freedom. We have an opportunity for the church to come out differently than when we went into lockdown. May the church use the authority granted by Christ to do away with hate and exclusion and to welcome all who would come with love and kindness. Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

The Authority of the Believer (Part 2)

The Authority of the Believer (Part 1)

What is your definition of success?  For a lot of people the definition lies in measuring how well we’ve done compared to others but the real test of success as a Christian is this-Did I fulfil God’s purpose for my life? Our faith leads us to a place of trusting God to be and to do all that He created us to be and accomplish. One of the great benefits of finding and fulfilling your life’s calling is that it settles the question of what constitutes true success AND provides the most life satisfaction. Don't look to others, look to God.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: https://www.michurch.org.au/your-giftJoin us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au

What is your definition of success? For a lot of people the definition lies in measuring how well we’ve done compared to others but the real test of success as a Christian is this-Did I fulfil God’s purpose for my life? Our faith leads us to a place of trusting God to be and to do all that He created us to be and accomplish. One of the great benefits of finding and fulfilling your life’s calling is that it settles the question of what constitutes true success AND provides the most life satisfaction. Don't look to others, look to God. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: <a href="https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.michurch.org.au/your-gift</a> Join us live on Facebook on Sundays at 11:30 am (Melbourne): <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MIChurch.org.au</a>

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Roger Ailes started Fox News and is described by many as one of the main drivers of the polarisation of US politics. 
If you don't know about Ailie you should. A great place to start is the ShowTime miniseries "The Loudest Voice". 
This interview is with Joe Lindsley who worked directly for Ailes for 2 years. 
"Very earlier on, Roger called me Ailes Junior. He told my dad, 'I've never met anyone more like me than Joe.'" As the protégé of Fox News chairman Roger Ailes, Joe Lindsley was closer to the man who built Fox News than any Fox executive.
Lindsley recounts how Ailes would routinely ask him to change media coverage of stories based on 'who is good and bad' and how Ailes said 'there is no such thing as truth'. 
This interview corroborates much of the TV miniseries "The Loudest Voice".

A 1st hand account of Roger Ailes

"Very earlier on, Roger called me Ailes Junior. He told my dad, 'I've never met anyone more like me than Joe.'" As the protégé of Fox News chairman Roger Ailes, Joe Lindsley was closer to the man who built Fox News than any Fox executive. He helped write Ailes' speeches, sat next to him at executive meetings, and went to church with his family on Sundays. What moved the ambitious twenty-something to abandon the conservative media titan? For a deeper dive into his epic odyssey, check out Joe's memoir — Fake News / True Story: www.inkshares.com/books/fake-news-true-story

Reckonings

"Very earlier on, Roger called me Ailes Junior. He told my dad, 'I've never met anyone more like me than Joe.'" As the protégé of Fox News chairman Roger Ailes, Joe Lindsley was closer to the man who built Fox News than any Fox executive. He helped write Ailes' speeches, sat next to him at executive meetings, and went to church with his family on Sundays. What moved the ambitious twenty-something to abandon the conservative media titan? For a deeper dive into his epic odyssey, check out Joe's memoir — Fake News / True Story: <a href="https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.inkshares.com%2Fbooks%2Ffake-news-true-story&amp;token=d4a977-1-1558671273247" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.inkshares.com/books/fake-news-true-story</a>

#18 || The defection of a Roger Ailes warrior

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair sits down with Glenn Thrush in London to discuss the relationship between American and British politics, his close relationship with the Clintons, Brexit, and the danger of approaching politics with a closed-mind.

POLITICO's Off Message

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair sits down with Glenn Thrush in London to discuss the relationship between American and British politics, his close relationship with the Clintons, Brexit, and the danger of approaching politics with a closed-mind.

Tony Blair: Centrism may be dead

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The best podcasts on investing. For anyone interested in the stories in the investing industry, whether it's an interview with Ray Dalio or Ed Thorp to the writer of The Big Short. This topic includes the most fascinating stories from all the best investors. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

 Rahul Moodgal has spent 20 years as a fund raiser across long only strategies, hedge funds, fund of funds, customized solutions, start-ups, and non-profits.  Collectively, Rahul has raised and helped raise $60 billion for firms since 2005.  He started his career in the industry at powerhouse TT International, and later joined The Children’s Investment Fund (TCI) where he led the marketing effort that raised $20 billion in just 3½ years.  Within TCI’s affiliate model, Rahul also was responsible for the largest India fund raise in history ($1 billion for TCI New Horizon Fund), and the largest sector fund launch in history ($1.1 billion for Algebris Investments).  Our conversation covers capital raising lessons learned from teaching, the value of transparency, the gold rush before 2008, the lean times afterwards, modern fee structures, the three key points to effective marketing, the three traits that will kill you, the two biggest issues start-up funds face, the best questions asked by leading allocators, and some of the worst horror stories in attempted capital raising. We close comparing by fund raising for charities and investment firms.   Learn More   Discuss show and Read the Transcript    Join Ted's mailing list at CapitalAllocatorsPodcast.com    Join the  Capital Allocators Forum   Write a review on   iTunes   Follow Ted on twitter at  @tseides    For more episodes go to CapitalAllocatorsPodcast.com/Podcast

Capital Allocators

Rahul Moodgal has spent 20 years as a fund raiser across long only strategies, hedge funds, fund of funds, customized solutions, start-ups, and non-profits.  Collectively, Rahul has raised and helped raise $60 billion for firms since 2005.  He started his career in the industry at powerhouse TT International, and later joined The Children’s Investment Fund (TCI) where he led the marketing effort that raised $20 billion in just 3½ years.  Within TCI’s affiliate model, Rahul also was responsible for the largest India fund raise in history ($1 billion for TCI New Horizon Fund), and the largest sector fund launch in history ($1.1 billion for Algebris Investments). Our conversation covers capital raising lessons learned from teaching, the value of transparency, the gold rush before 2008, the lean times afterwards, modern fee structures, the three key points to effective marketing, the three traits that will kill you, the two biggest issues start-up funds face, the best questions asked by leading allocators, and some of the worst horror stories in attempted capital raising. We close comparing by fund raising for charities and investment firms.  Learn More <a href="http://capitalallocatorspodcast.com/transcripts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Discuss show and Read the Transcript</a> Join Ted's mailing list at <a href="http://capitalallocatorspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CapitalAllocatorsPodcast.com</a> Join the <a href="http://capitalallocatorspodcast.com/forum" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Capital Allocators Forum</a> Write a review on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/capital-allocators-with-ted-seides/id1223764016" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a> Follow Ted on twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/tseides" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> @tseides</a> For more episodes go to <a href="http://capitalallocatorspodcast.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CapitalAllocatorsPodcast.com/Podcast</a>

Rahul Moodgal - Master Fund Raiser (Capital Allocators, EP.87)

Bloomberg Opinion columnist Barry Ritholtz interviews Joseph H. Davis, global chief economist at The Vanguard Group. Davis is also head of Vanguard's investment strategy group and a member of the senior portfolio management team for Vanguard's fixed income group, which oversees more than $500 billion in assets under management. He earned his doctorate in macroeconomics and finance at Duke University.

Masters in Business

Bloomberg Opinion columnist Barry Ritholtz interviews Joseph H. Davis, global chief economist at The Vanguard Group. Davis is also head of Vanguard's investment strategy group and a member of the senior portfolio management team for Vanguard's fixed income group, which oversees more than $500 billion in assets under management. He earned his doctorate in macroeconomics and finance at Duke University.

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