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Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe three truths Christians can hold facing temptation: Matthew 4:1-11 By Zane Elliott 23rd November 2025In a season of indulgence, we are thinking about temptation, and how despite what the advertising gurus want us to think, it isn't a trivial matter. We'll see Jesus tempted in the wilderness in Matthew 4:1-11 where Zane Elliott will walk us through the three trials, Jesus' responses to them, and three truths Christians can hold on to as they face temptation.
2025-11-2233 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaHabakkuk-From fear to faith: Habakkuk 3:1-19 By Zane Elliott Sunday 16th November 2025As we come to the end of the series in Habakkuk: From Fear to Faith, Zane Elliott shows us Habakkuk's astounding response to certain judgement and calamity: He sings! Confident God will keep His promises, Habakkuk’s song rises and falls like a symphony of three movements, each with its own emotion, all telling one great story. In this sermon we’ll see a: i) A movement of trust v.2ii) A movement of God’s power vv.3-16iii) A movement of delight vv.17-19
2025-11-1535 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaHabakkuk-From fear to faith: Habakkuk1:1-11 By Zane Elliott Sunday 15th October 2025This morning we start a four part series in the book of Habakkuk. Zane Elliott opens chapter 1:1-11 under the theme: Fearing God doesn't see, as we meet the prophet Habakkuk who is trying to make sense of the injustice he sees before him. We'll be thinking about how a righteous person responds to injustice. Faithful people shouldi) be disturbed - God’s people should be rocked by injustice. ii) Be honest - bring those fears to God himself and iii) Be astounded - God does act to bring justice, sometimes in u...
2025-10-2630 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaMoney matters-The God who Supplies: Matt 6:25-34 By Zane Elliott 12th October 2025This week we start an annual series where we think about money, how we use it, and why it causes us so much anxiety and stress. Over the next two weeks we'll think about 'Money Matters' and we begin that series today in Matthew 6:25-34, and Deuteronomy 8:2-10 as Zane Elliott helps us think about The God who Supplies. We'll hear i) a call not to worry, and ii) a call to remember so that we can be freed to seek God's kingdom, and run after righteousness
2025-10-1227 min
In The Draft Show - NASCAR TalkElliott Wins a Kansas Classic as the Playoff Drama Heats UpChase Elliott wins a Kansas classic, while Denny and Bubba Wallace face off on the final lap. We break down the race, the latest in the NASCAR lawsuit, and preview the Playoff cut race at the ROVAL™!The Rundown:- Kansas: Chase Elliott takes a wild finish over Hamlin and Wallace- Denny vs. Bubba: who really cost who the win?- Zane Smith’s insane wreck- Ratings: another big dip- NASCAR Playoff Picture: one race before the cut!- NASCAR News:- Hocevar fined - was it t...
2025-10-0559 min
The SuperSpeedway PodcastChase Elliott sounds the SIREEN at KansasRecap: KansasCup: Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN BETChase Elliott steals a winDenny denies Bubba a victory and playoff advancementToyota blows a victoryZane Smith goes for wild rideKansas delivers once againXfinity: Kansas Lottery 300Brandon Jones wins to advanceAllgaier’s unforced errorPoints: NewsNext year’s points system is now in the hands of NASCARSupposedly the 36-race system is still on the table...
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Closing Laps PodcastChase Elliott Steals Win At Kansas | Denny Hamlin Walls Bubba Wallace | Zane Smith FlipsChase Elliott Steals Win At Kansas | Denny Hamlin Walls Bubba Wallace | Zane Smith Flips
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Inside The RaceChase Elliott's Championship Hunt Officially ON After Kansas WinThe NASCAR Cup Series Playoff race at Kansas Speedway finished with flare. Chase Elliott secured a berth into the Round of 8 after winning an intense final-lap battle against Denny Hamlin. Steve Letarte and Alex Weaver react to the sensational finish, Zane Smith's scary flip, Kyle Larson, Bubba Wallace and others' performances and more. Plus, special guest Joey Logano joins the show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-09-2950 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaWho is This? Matthew 21:1-11 By Zane Elliott Sunday 23rd September 2025Today we are walking into Jerusalem with Jesus in Matthew 21:1-11, Zane Elliott helps us ask the question which was on the lips of the crowd 'Who is this?'
2025-09-2127 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaColossians: Confidence in Jesus: Col 4:2-19 By Zane Elliott 14th September 2025As we come to the final sermon in the Series in Colossians, Zane Elliott walks us through Colossians 4:2-19, and shows how as Paul takes on the role of encourager, he wants these Christians who are feeling unsettled under the weight of their role and responsibility to proclaim the gospel, under the confusion of false teaching, and at odds with their culture, to be confident that in Jesus {slide 4} they have all they need to i) join in the mission of God vv.2-6, because, ii) they are part of the team vv.7-19.
2025-09-1432 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaColossians: Christ centered relationships: Col 3:12-4:1 By Zane Elliott 7th September 2025This morning Jean Palmer is leading the Morning Prayer Common Worship service and Zane Elliott is continuing on in his teaching in Colossians 3:12 - 4:1 as we explore the necessity of Christ-Centered Relationships.
2025-09-0733 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaColossians- Fullness of Christ: Col 2:6-15 By Zane Elliott 17th August 2025Today is a special service at Holy Trinity Richmond. The whole parish is gathering to give thanks to God for the long legacy of choral music, which is drawing to a close in the service today. Unfortunately, the first part of the service, including the welcome didn't have sound, so the video will begin during the first hymn.Zane Elliott will be opening Colossians 2:6-15 and reminding us that that Christians are i) fully connected to Jesus, and that Christians are ii) fully forgiven in Jesus and then think about how those truths helps continue t...
2025-08-1730 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaColossians: The goal of Gospel labour: Col 1:24-2:1-5 By Zane Elliott, Sunday 3rd August 2025In Colossians 1:24 - 2:1-5 we are going to be thinking about gospel labour. As Zane Elliot opens this passage, we are going to see the thing that helps us labour for the gospel (which is hard work!) under the headings. i) The motivation for gospel labour, before we spend some time looking at the example of Paul and consider ii) The manner of gospel labour.
2025-08-0332 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaColossians-Gospel Growth: Col 1:1-14 By Zane Elliott Sunday 20th July 2025This morning we begin a new series in the book of Colossians. The church at Colossae was really struggling with false teachers offering something more than Jesus so that they would experience spiritual growth. In this opening sermon Zane Elliott explore Paul's two prayers for the Colossians: firstly i) a prayer of thanks looking back at the past in vv.3-8, and ii) a prayer of hope looking to the future in vv.9-14. These prayers show us Paul’s heart for the church at Colossae to know true spiritual growth - not through quick fixes, but through the...
2025-07-2028 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaOne another Humility: Phil 2:1-11 By Zane Elliott Sunday 1st June 2025Today we continue in the four part series 'one Another' where we consider sayings from the New Testament with help us live as the church, to the glory of God. Today Zane Elliott opens Philippians 2:1-11, as he helps us think through the need for the church to exercise Humility. As we open this beautiful passage we’re going to explore it with two questions: i) what is Christian humility? vv.1-4 ii) How is it possible? vv.5-11
2025-06-0129 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe end of the Beginning: Luke 24: 50-53 By Zane Elliott 11th May 2025Today Zane Elliott concludes the series in Luke's Gospel. As we open chapter 24:50-53 we'll be considering what brought about the total transformation in the lives of Jesus' followers as they moved from fear to faithfulness. Luke shows us three reasons.i) They have believed who Jesus isii) They know his blessing iii) They have a new hope
2025-05-1126 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe end of the Beginning: Luke 24:36-49 By Zane Elliott 4th May 2025The Greatest Day: Behind locked doorsToday, Zane Elliott takes us through the final of our mini-series of The Greatest Day in Luke 24:36-49
2025-05-0629 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe end of the Beginning; Luke 24:1-12 By Zane Elliott 20th April 2025The Greatest day: At the TombThis service will be full of joy and celebration, as we remember that Jesus is not dead he has risen! Zane Elliott will be preaching on Luke 24:1-12, as we join the women who followed Jesus at the tomb - and explore 1) what they expected v.1 and ii) what they found vv.2-8, before we compare iii) what they and the apostles make of it all vv.9-12.
2025-04-2028 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe end of the Beginning: Luke 23:26-56 By Zane Elliott Sunday 13th April 2025As Zane Elliott opens Luke 23: 26-56 with God on the Cross as the theme. Exploring the 3 main ideas of; A God of compassion, a God of Mercy and a God of power and promise.
2025-04-1332 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe end of the Beginning: Luke 22:66-71 + 23: 1-25 By Zane Elliott Sunday 6th April 2025As Zane Elliott opens Luke 22:66-23:25 we come to a miscarriage of justice, as Jesus is out on trial.The trial itself raises a question everyone who comes face to face with Jesus has to answer; how will you judge him? Will you believe he is who he says he is or not?As we answer those questions today, we’ll walk through three phases of this trial, in the first he’s before the Jewish i) Ruling council vv.66-71, who want confirmation that they have reason to put him to death. Then...
2025-04-0633 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe End of the Beginning: Luke 19:45-48 20:1-19 By Zane Elliott Sunday 16th February 2025Today we continue in Luke's Gospel. We are in a series called 'the end of the Beginning' walks us through Jesus final week on earth. Zane Elliott will be opening Luke 19:45- 48 +20:1-19.Firstly, we’ll examine, i) an explosive confrontation in vv.45-48 as Jesus reacts to the rot he sees in the temple. Then we’ll come to; ii) an interrogation 20:1-9 where Priests try to question Jesus’ authority, before he delivers. ii) a distressing condemnation vv.9-19 as Jesus names the deep rot, and it's terrible consequences.
2025-02-1534 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe End of the Beginning: Luke 19: 28-44 By Zane Elliott Sunday 9th February 2025Today we come to the final block of teaching in Luke's Gospel. the series 'the end of the Beginning' walks us through Jesus final week on earth. In Luke 19:28-44 we come to a Controversial Inauguration.Some celebrate, while others reject his claim of leadership. As we come to this inauguration of sorts Zane Elliott will unpack;i) the heart of the claim vv.28-35ii) the heart of the controversy vv.36-40iii) Jesus’ heart for the perishing vv.41-44
2025-02-0830 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaChrist our Life giver: By Zane Elliott 5th January 2025Today we are in the second week of the series 'Consider Christ.' We are moving beyond the Christmas story of the birth of Jesus, and thinking more about his ministry, as Lord and Saviour. We’ll be looking at a series of themes and passage that make it very clear that the Christian life is all about Jesus.The theme is 'In Christ our Lifegiver' and Zane Elliott will open John 15:1-8 and we’ll explore three { aspects of this passage:i) The setting for Jesus’ teaching so that we can understand its significance to his...
2025-01-0533 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Promised king: Luke 1:26-38 + Isiah 9:6-7 By Zane Elliott 1st December 2024This Sunday is the first Sunday of Advent, and over the next four weeks we'll be looking at the birth of Jesus who is a King like no other. He is God's promised King. in the first of these four sermons Zane Elliott will take us to Isaiah 9:6-7, and Luke 1:26-38 to help us see that Jesus is the Forever King.
2024-11-3032 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaHow will they hear? - Romans 10:1-15 By Zane Elliott 17th November 2024This morning, we are preparing ourselves for a change in focus as a church in 2025 as Zane Elliott preaches on Romans 10:1-15.We’re going to spend time thinking about i) the message we have which saves, in vv.1-13, before we move to the simple, logical progression, that. ii) this message can only be heard if we speak vv.14-15.
2024-11-1629 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour of the Lost: The day of reckoning: Luke: 19:11-27 By Zane Elliott November 10th 2024Today we conclude the portion of Luke's Gospel we've been working through, as we see Jesus describe a day of reckoning. Zane Elliott will help us consider. i) our responsibility while the king is away vv.11-13, ii) the rewards for those who discharge them faithfully, iii) and the reprimand which awaits those who don't vv.20-27.
2024-11-0925 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour of the Lost Luke 18:31-34 By Zane Elliott Sunday 27th October 2024Today, as we focus on Luke 18:31-34, where Jesus explains that he has just one job, but unlike all of the internet memes capturing "you had one job" failures, Jesus will complete this one job perfectly. Today Zane Elliott explores i) the one job, ii) how it will happen, and, iii) why we need to remember it.
2024-10-2728 min
Beyond The VisorBobby ElliottBobby Elliott is freshly out of high school near his hometown of Allenton, Michigan and navigating his extremely busy life in the college classroom, at the job site, and at the racetrack behind the wheel of his family owned 410. Rapidly seeing improvement every single time he hits the track, Bobby has his eyes set on making it big in the sport. Utilizing social media to garner a following and leaning on strong family ties to the racing industry, Bobby has the framework laid out to launch into regional and national stardom.In this episode, Bobby talks about...
2024-10-251h 50
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour of the Lost-Luke18:9-30 By Zane Elliott 20th October 2024This morning, as we open Luke 18:9-30, we are going to come face to face with three blockages, as we continue the series Saviour of the Lost. Zane Elliott will show us how these blockages, are blockages to entering the Kingdom of God, and finding new life in Jesus - the three blockages we’re going to explore are: i) self-righteousness vv.9-14, ii) self-importance vv.15-17,iii) self-reliance vv.18-30.
2024-10-2030 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaCash Values: Partners in Generosity, Philippians 4:10-20 and 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 by Zane ElliottToday Zane Elliott will be bringing the series called "Cash Values" to a close. Today's sermon theme is "Partners in Generosity" and we will be working through Philippians 4:10-20 and 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 . These two passages both describe church communities who have been changed, who have been motivated to give sacrificially, as they become partners in generosity. We’ll see how Partners in Generosity i) Both benefit, ii) Believe in gospel growth and iii) Grow in contentment as they rely on the grace of God above all else.
2024-09-2129 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaCash Values: Money as God: Matthew 6:19-21,24 + Deuteronomy 8:6-19 By Zane Elliott 8th September 2024Today Zane Elliott will be in the series called "Cash Values." Today's sermon theme is "Money as god" and we will be working through Matthew 6:19-21,24 and Deuteronomy 8:6-19.What we serve with our money will grow in our hearts; if we serve ourselves with it, there’s a very real danger we’ll become a god in our own eyes. To help us avoid that very real danger we’re going to see Jesus’ call for i) an attitude adjustment, for rich and poor alike. Before we dive into ii) the rationale for that attitude adjustmen...
2024-09-0827 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaGod and Money: Psalm 104:24-30, Haggai 2:6-9 By Zane Elliott 1st September 2024Today Zane Elliott will be starting a new series called "Cash Values." Todays sermon theme is "God and Money" and we will be working through Psalm 104:24-30 and Haggai 2:6-9 as we think about the 'Love/Hate' relationship Christians often have with money.
2024-09-0128 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour of the Lost: Luke16:16-31 By Zane Elliott 18th August 2024Heading back into the Gospel of Luke, we will be exploring Luke 16:16–31 with Zane Elliott.As we look at this passage today we’re going to wrestle with who we serve, as we spend time looking at the claims of i) those who serve the law in vv.16-18. It’s the shortest section in the passage, but we’ll spend most of our time here before we move on ii) to those who serve themselves, in the story of Lazarus and the rich man in vv.19-31
2024-08-1829 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour; Good servant, Bad Master: Luke 16:1-15 By Zane Elliott 11th August 2024Heading back into the Gospel of Luke, we will be exploring Luke 16:1-15 with Zane Elliott.
2024-08-1127 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSaviour of the Lost Luke 15:1-32 By Zane Elliot 4th August 2024Heading back into the Gospel of Luke, we will be exploring Luke 15:1-32 with Zane Elliott.This is one of Jesus most famous story sets; it’s an epic trilogy. These three stories, which show us the unfolding character of God, and show us two things about him; firstly: he is a good who is concerned for the lost he is; i)The God who searches, and when he finds what he is relentlessly seeking, the lost of this world, he rejoices; he is ii) the God who celebrates.
2024-08-0431 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaMature in Christ-There is only one God- Psalm 145 By Zane Elliott 2nd June 2024This morning we start a new series called "Mature in Christ" working through some core beliefs in the Christian faith. Today we open Psalm 145 and explore the reality that 'There is only one God.' Zane Elliott will help us understand what that mean i)in the ancient world - a polytheistic world, and ii) in our world - an atheistic world.
2024-06-0228 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Road to Jerusalem-An Open door-Luke13:22-35 by Zane Elliott 19th May 2024Today we bring the current series in Luke's Gospel to a close for several weeks. In this last message we are still on the road to Jerusalem with Jesus, as he deals with a difficult question 'Will only a few be saved?" As Zane Elliott unpacks Luke 13:22-35 we'll see i)The door is narrow vv.22-24, ii) Time is short vv.25-30 but that iii) Nothing will stop the divine purpose of God.
2024-05-1932 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Road to Jerusalem-Compassion or conformity? Luke 13:10-21 By Zane Elliott 12th May 2024In the next passage in Luke's Gospel (13:10-21) Zane Elliott walks us through Jesus testing his hearers after he's just been teaching them about repentance. Today we consider i) The Test in vv.10-13, ii) The Result and then iii) The Scope of the Kingdom of God vv.18-20 that Jesus is calling people into.
2024-05-1125 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaJonah The heartbeat of God Jonah1:1-17 By Zane Elliott 7th April 2024Today we start a new series in the Book of Jonah, where we'll be examining God's heartbeat for lost people.Zane Elliott walks us through chapter 1 using two headers: the response of the 'godly one and the response of the 'godless ones.'
2024-04-0629 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaEaster Sunday John 20:1-23 By Zane Elliott 31st March 2024Today we gather to celebrate that Jesus is Risen from the dead! His resurrection means that everything has changed. We'll be hearing John's account of Jesus resurrection in John 20:1-23, and we'll be looking at; i)Mary's Misery, ii)Mary's Misunderstanding, and, iii) Mary's Message as Zane Elliott
2024-03-3027 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Road to Jerusalem-A Neon Sign Luke11:29-36 By Zane Elliott 3 March 2024Today we continue in the Gospel of Luke. In today’s passage, Zane Elliott takes us back to the crowd who demanded a sign, and accused him of working for the devil. Today he shows us how Jesus challenges their motives as he shows them that; i)Jesus' message is enough vv.29-33, and then highlights their false motives as he insists that; ii) Jesus' self-revelation is enough vv.33-36.
2024-03-0228 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaLuke The road to Jerusalem-The Stronger Man Luke 11:14-28 By Zane Elliott 25 February 2024As we continue in the Gospel of Luke Zane Elliott walks us through an illogical accusation and three grave warnings after Jesus heals a mute man.
2024-02-2431 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaUnder the Shadow of His Wings Psalm 36 By Zane Elliott Sunday 21st January 2024In this short series 'Under the shadow of His wings" we look at the overwhelming confidence Christine can have, as they take refuge in God's care and protection. Today Zane Elliott walks us through Psalm 36 and helps us think through where we can find refuge in the storms of life, even extreme situations where others threaten to harm us. He'll help us see: i)what the wicked are like, and how we can face their plots and schemes because of ii) The love of God.Please note: The reading of Psalm 36 has been excluded fr...
2024-01-2125 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Coming of A Saviour-God's Plan Isaiah 7:7-17 By Zane Eliott 24th Dec 2023Today we continue in our Advent series 'the Coming of a Saviour.' Zane Elliott takes us to a prophecy given around 7-800 years before Jesus was born, which pointed to how God would fulfil his wonderful promise to gather people who had rejected him back to himself as God's people, they would live in god's place enjoying God's blessing. Today we explore God's Plan to do that, and how it came true for King Ahaz, and how it came true in the birth of the Lord Jesus.
2024-01-0828 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Coming of a Saviour - Our Problem. Genesis 3:1-19, Romans 3:9-20 by Zane Elliott, 3rd December 2023.We don’t have to look far to recognise this world isn’t a world of perfection right now. If you’ve ever wondered why everything feels so messed up, why we find ourselves in conflict with other people, why God feels distant.Zane Elliott helps us see why, as we tackle the theme ‘Our Problem’ and asks ‘why do we need a saviour?’
2023-12-0326 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Hurting Church -1Peter 5: 5-11 by Zane Elliott 19th November 2023This is the final sermon in the series we've been working through in 1 Peter. Last week we saw how leaders can do that; by emptying themselves, and following the example of the Good Shepherd. Watching over the flock by exercising a servant leadership under the great shepherd, the Lord Jesus. In this last section Zane Elliott help's us follow Peter’s train of thought which moves from leaders to young people, and then the rest of the Church, as he calls every believer to i) follow Jesus’ example of humility. He also offers strength to Christi...
2023-11-2829 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaSuffering and Glory in Christian leadership 1Peter 5:1-4 By Zane Elliott 12th November 2023The failures of Christian leaders are often high-profile, and always deeply harmful to a Christian church, and its members. In 1 Peter 5:1-4 Peter helps Christian people think through how leaders can model the Lord Jesus as they watch over the flocks entrusted to them. As Zane Elliott opens 1 Peter 5:1-4 we are going to see how leaders are not exempt from the trials of the Christian life, but Christian leaders: i) share in Jesus’ sufferings v.1, but that despite being the target of some particular hurt and challenges must shepherd well, and ii) follow...
2023-11-1328 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaWho Is Jesus? Know with Certainty-Luke 9:18-36,43-51 By Zane Elliott 22nd October 2023In this next sermon in the series 'Know with Certainty' Zane Elliott walks us through Chapter 9, focussing on verses 18-36, 44-51.Right through the first nine chapters, Luke has been pointing us to Jesus’ identity. The big question, on everyone’s lips has been “who is Jesus?” its the question even Herod was asking in v.7, which goes to the heart of the chapter. Today, we’ll see the definitive answer in i) Peter’s Confession in vv. 18-27. Then we’ll come to ii) God’s Confirmation of who Jesus is in the transfiguration vv.28-36, a...
2023-10-2430 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaThe Highest Qualification-1 Samuel 2:12-21 Luke 5:1-6:16-By Zane Elliott-24th Sept 2023In this next sermon in the series 'Know with Certainty' Zane Elliott shows us how Luke answers an important question: Who is qualified to enter the Kingdom God? Who is qualified to be a disciple? To help us answer that question we are going to focus in detail on two disciples.The first is Simon Peter who has the best day’s fishing ever witnessed. vv.1-16The second is a man with the terrible skin disease of leprosy, vv.12-15And we’ll touch on two others, very briefly a man who has been paraly...
2023-09-2533 min
Hopestream: Parenting Kids Through Addiction & Mental HealthThe Pivotal Role of Identity and Self-Worth in Addiction & Recovery, with Matt ElliottABOUT THE EPISODE:I’ve been reminded of something over the past few months: Stories of hope are all around us, even if we don’t hear them.Just last week, I got to speak to my coworker from a former life, Steve Andrews, whose son had a frightening brush with death during the throes of his substance abuse. Both Steve and his son are now living fulfilling lives, and Steve himself has become the caretaker of our men’s community, The Woods.Since then, I was also contacted by today’s guest, M...
2023-09-1452 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaNot what you'd expect, Luke 2 by Zane Elliott. 3rd September 2023In this next sermon in the series 'Know with Certainty' Luke takes us to the birth of a child i) In Bethlehem, during a census. It looks like the decision of the Roman Emperor, but it's not what you'd expect.He also takes us ii) to the temple in Jerusalem for the presentation of a first born son. This was a totally normal act of worship in any devout Jewish family, but the response of two people in the temple, and who they are is not what you’d expect.Today Zane Elliott walks us through this...
2023-09-0331 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaKnow with certainty, Luke 1 by Zane Elliott. 27th August 2023In this series a series exploring the Gospel of Luke, called 'Know with certainty.' Zane Elliott will walk us through some key points in chapter 1 of Luke, and help us connect with Luke's goal of purpose - that his readers would know with certainty the things that have been handed down to them about Jesus. He wants his hearers to have full assurance that despite the difficulties of life Jesus is God's plan for salvation.
2023-08-2731 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaGod's Providence- Genesis 24 By Zane Elliott- Sunday 30th July 2023Today Zane Elliott walks us through the longest chapter in Genesis. Chapter 24 has a whopping 67 verses, and takes around ten minutes to read aloud.Because it is such a huge chapter we won't be giving it a thorough line-by-line explanation, we are going to be touching down in a few places as we journey with Abraham’s servant, to find Isaac a wife.We are going to stop along the way on his journey taking note of three particular ways that we see God’s providence at work, in the cosmic - the grand narrative of s...
2023-08-0127 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaConfidence in Christ's Example. 1 Peter 4:1-6 By Zane Elliott 9th July 2023The theme, as we gather to remember the death and resurrection in the Lord's Supper is; Confidence in Christ's Example.Zane Elliott opens 1 Peter 4:1-6 and helps us think through how Christians can arm ourselves with the mind of Christ as we face i) Pagan Opposition vv.3-4, then we'll see how we should live as exiles as we make ii) A Christian response vv.1-2 and then we'll remind ourselves of the iii) Christian confidence vv.5-6 we have as we fight the lures of life.
2023-07-1126 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaConfidence in Christ's Victory -1 Peter 3:13-22 By Zane Elliott 2nd July 2023Confidence in Christ's Victory. Zane Elliott opens 1 Peter 3:13-22, and helps us think through how we can face threats and opposition without fear, because we are safe and secure in Jesus' victory over death and sin. He will explore the passage using two main headings i) The threat of non-Christian Opposition vv.13-17 and ii) The basis of Christian confidence.
2023-07-0426 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaLiving in the Church - 1 Peter 3:8-12 By Zane Elliott 25th June 2023Today Zane Elliott opens 1 Peter 3:8-12, it's a short reading, which has a lot in it to help Christians consider how we can resist evil and do good in the life of the church, to the glory of God. As we open this passage we'll be called to i)turn from sin vv.9-11, and ii) do good instead vv.8-9a,11 as we look for iii) a godly outcome vv.9b, 12.
2023-06-2726 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaLiving in the workplace and home, 1 Peter 2:18-3:7 by Zane Elliott. Sunday 18th June 2023.In this sermon Zane Elliott helps us consider how we can resist evil and live for God's glory as exiles, as we carry out our lives in the workplace and the home. We work through the passage by breaking it down into the following headings:i) Living as exiles in the workplace 2:18-25a) The situationb) Trace the patternc) A godly outcome ii) Living in the home 3:1-7a) Christian wivesb) A godly outcome c) Christian husbands A godly outcome
2023-06-2032 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaA Glorious Purpose, 1 Peter 2:4-10 by Zane Elliott. Sunday 14th May 2023As we open 1 Peter 2:4-10 today Zane Elliott builds on the main point from last week, and shows us that in the glorious new life God has given his people have A Glorious Purpose.As We open this passage we'll consideri)a new temple vv.4-8it) a new identity vv.5,9ill) a new purpose vv.9-10
2023-05-1429 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaA Glorious new life 1 Peter 1:22-2:3, by Zane Elliott. Sunday 7th May 2023In this message Zane Elliott helps us to see the glorious new life Jesus has granted to his followers, even though they are exiles in this world.
2023-05-1228 min
Richmond Anglican Aotearoa1 Peter 1:1-2, 5:12-14 'God's Special People' by Zane Elliott. Sunday 16th April 2023This is the first sermon in a series in 1 Peter. Zane Elliott looks at the beginning and end of the letter Peter wrote to a hurting church, which was scattered across a hostile world, and helps us see Peter's reminder that Christians are i) Chosen by God and ii) Exiles in a hostile land. He also highlights the three major thoughts Peter will develop through this book, as we walk through it together.
2023-04-1625 min
Talking in CirclesChase Elliott Returns, Cody Ware Suspension, Bristol Dirt RecapOn this episode of Talking in Circles we discuss Chase Elliott’s return to the Cup Series this weekend at Martinsville after missing six weeks due to injury. We’ll talk about what we think his expectations are this weekend and look at Josh Berry’s performance in the No. 9 car and give our thoughts. Plus Cody aware has been indefinitely suspended by NASCAR. We discuss that and the immediate future of the No. 51 Ford. Zane Smith will drive Martinsville but after that, nothing has been announced. We discuss that. Also, we look back at the Bristol Dirt Race and give o...
2023-04-1336 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaJames 5, Faithfulness by Zane Elliott, Sunday 26th March 2023In this sermon Zane Elliott bring the series in James 'Test of Faith' to a close as we consider i) A warning to the wealthy, vv.1-6 and an encouragement ii) to persevere patiently vv.7-20.a. With Endurance vv.7-8, 10-11b. Without grumbling vv.8-9.c. Seeking healing: vv.13-18d. Pursuing the straying: vv.19-20As acts of faithfulness to a faithful God.
2023-03-2629 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaJames 2, 'Integrity' by Zane Elliott, Sunday 5th March 2023In this five week series called “test of faith” in the book of James. We are comparing faith in Jesus to a precious diamond; a beautiful stunning stone, something of great value, formed under immense heat and pressure.But diamonds, can be faked - James is interested in the tests which shows the genuineness of our faith. He exhorts Christians to consider the trials of life, the heat and pressure which come our way joy, because they provide opportunities for us to endure in our faith, proving its genuineness, and allowing us to take hold of the wonderf...
2023-03-0524 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaPhilemon's Faith, Philemon 1:1-7, by Zane Elliott. Sunday 5th February 2023.This preaching series is in the post-card sized letter of Philemon. It's a short piece of the Bible which can be read in under three minutes, but it packs a big punch as it calls Christians to live out their faith in a radical way. Check it out here.In this sermon Zane Elliott our senior minister will open Philemon 1:1-7, and help us; i) Get to know Philemon vv.1-3, before we take a look at ii) two prayers for Philemon vv.4-7 a) a prayer of thanks for his fa...
2023-02-0522 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaGod's Goodness revealed, Psalm 19 by Zane Elliott. Sunday 8th January, 2023.In Psalm 19 Zane Elliott shows how God reveals His goodness, generally in all that he has made in vv.1-6, and then more specifically in His Word vv.7-14.
2023-01-1622 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaLife's not fair, Psalm 73 by Zane Elliott Sunday 15th January, 2023.In Psalm 73 Asaph grapples with the reality that life doesn't seem fair for God's people. The godless prosper, and the godly suffer.In this Psalm, Zane Elliott divides it into three areas for us to examine;i)Asaph's crisis of faith vv.1-3ii) The godless seem to proser vv.4-14ii) The godly truly prosper vv.15-28.
2023-01-1620 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaWhat child is this? 4th December 2022 by Zane Elliott (Luke 1:26-38)Not all pregnancy announcements feel like good news. They can bring a whole range of emotions. In the second week of Advent Zane Elliott opens Luke 1:26-38, and the announcement of a pregnancy which causes us to ask 'What child is this?' As we walk through the passage and come to grips with the Angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary we'll spend some time with i) the expectant mother vv.26-30 before we consider the ii) unexpected child vv.31-33 and finally iii)a surprising response vv.34-38 to this unexpected news.
2022-12-0524 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaBelieve it or not, 27th November 2022 by Zane Elliott (Luke 1:1-26)As we kick off the season advent Zane Elliott opens Luke's Gospel and we see how God is at work, and we think through how Luke's Gospel is a bit like 'Ripley's believe it or not.'In the Passage today we will spend some time with Luke's friend Theophilus as we ask whether he can believe it or not? vv.1-4, then we'll move to the Temple to an unbelievable encounter vv.5-17, before we see two responses to that encounter vv.18-25.
2022-12-0424 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaDestruction and Deliverance. 23 October 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 19)In this sermon Zane Elliott opens a difficult passage in Genesis 19; the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and the deliverance of Lot. As we open this passage we will encounter i) a culture of sin vv.1-11, ii) the lure of culture, vv.12-29, and iii) the infecting impact of culture vv.30-38. In all of this challenge, we will see both the importance of fixing our eyes on Jesus as His people, and the wonderful reminder that God's people can love our world in a radical way for its good and redemption.
2022-10-2529 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaFaltering Faith, 14th August 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 16, 1 John 4:13-15)In Genesis 16 we come across Sarai and Abram; later renamed Abraham, who have been waiting for God to show up and fulfil a promise made ten long years earlier. As Zane Elliott opens this passage we see two contrasting ideas. i) Human doubt vv.1-6. Doubt plays on Sarai’s mind, and she finds her own solution, instead of waiting on God.Then we will be reminded of;ii) God’s faithfulness vv.7-16.Even in the disaster which follows, God's Faithfulness is a theme which has come up time and time again a...
2022-08-1424 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaJustified by faith, 7th August 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 15, Romans 4:1-5)In this chapter God reassures Abram that his word is true, and his promises will come to pass. Zane Elliott explores the passage by looking at the following headings:i) Abram trusts God's Word vv.1-5 ii) Abram is justified by faith v.6 iii) God shows His Word can be trusted vv.7-21This sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity Richmond on Sunday 7th August 2022.
2022-08-0726 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaA Great Victory, 31st July 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 14, Matthew 4:1-11)In this sermon we see how an International conflict threatens to interfere with God's promise to give Abram the land of Canaan. God's faithfulness shines through. We explore the passage in three sections; i) An international conflict vv1-12ii) Abram's victory vv.13-16 iii) Two Kings, Two choices vv.17-24.This sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity Richmond.
2022-08-0226 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaFaith & Sight, 10th July 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 13:1-18, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10)We join a journey with Abram from Egypt back to Canaan. We'll be thinking through what it means to live by faith not sight as he faces a choice; to trust the promises of God, or make decisions based on what he can see in front of him.We'll use the following headers to help guide us:i) Abram Returns vv.1-4ii) Strife with Lot vv.5-7iii) Faith or Sight? vv.8-13iv) A Promise renewed vv.14-18This sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity in Richmond.
2022-07-1024 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaFear & Faith, 3rd July 2022 by Zane Elliott (Genesis 12:10-20)In this sermon we follow Abram to Egypt, where he lets his fear overcome his faith in God's promise. Instead of trusting God Abram takes control of the situation with disastrous consequences. Today's message will help us see:i) Abram's Fear vv.10-12 ii) Abram's Deception vv.13-16iii) God's Faithfulness vv.17-20This sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity Richmond, on Sunday 3rd July 2022.
2022-07-0324 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaA Great Promise, 26th June 2022, by Zane Elliott (Genesis 11:27-12:9)In this sermon Zane Elliott begins the series 'Walking with Abraham, Walking with God.' We consider the call to faithful obedience and the costs of that obedience, for the people of God. Zane walks us through this passage using the following headings;i) God's Call 11:27-12:1ii) God's Promise 12:2-3 iii) Abram's response 12:4-9This sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity Richmond on Sunday 26th June, 2022.
2022-06-2621 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaGenesis 1-11:9 Revisited, 19th June 2022, by Zane Elliott (Genesis 1:1-2:3, Genesis 11:1-9) In this sermon Zane Elliott is taking us on a 'cruise ship approach' as we remind ourselves of some of the great truths we discovered in the first part of the Book of Genesis in 2021. We will pick up Genesis again next week as we "walk with Abraham" until the season of Advent. Today's Sermon will follow three main movements:i) A perfect beginning (chapters 1 & 2) ii) The spread of deadly venom (chapters 3 to 8) iii) A new beginning (chapters 9-11:9)Reading Genesis 1-2:3 and Genesis 11:1-9 will be helpful, reading all eleven chapters would be...
2022-06-1930 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaPentecost 05th June 2022, by Zane Elliott (Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:1-17)On Pentecost we remember the outpouring of God's Holy Spirit on the Apostles. It was a history-changing moment. A long awaited promise was fulfilled. Zane Elliott opens Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:1-17 and helps us answer the question 'Why was the Holy Spirit given to believers?' We see that it was so: i) Believers could prophesy ii) So that we could be saved: a) Saved from what? b) Saved to what?This sermon was originally preached on Sunday 5th June, 2022.
2022-06-0525 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaHomily 2 - The Misery of all mankindZane Elliott takes a sermon originally written in 1547 by Archbishop Thomas Cranmer, which was then translated by Lee Gatiss in 2020, and localises it for us. In this sermon we will explore: i)What we are before God a. Ashes & Dust b. Sinners ii) Our inability to change iii) Our marvelous hopeThis sermon was preached at Holy Trinity Richmond, in New Zealand on Sunday 22nd May 2022.If you'd like more information on the Book of Homilies (2020) you can find it here: https://www.churchsociety.org/the-first-book-of-homilies-in-modern-english/
2022-05-2234 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaHomily 1 - The Holy ScriptureZane Elliott takes a sermon originally written in 1547 by Archbishop Thomas Cranmer, which was then translated by Lee Gatiss in 2020, and localises it for us. In this sermon we will explore: The usefulness of ScriptureThe power of ScriptureIgnorance of the ScriptureThe Difficulty of ScriptureThis sermon was preached at Holy Trinity Richmond, in New Zealand on Sunday 15th May 2022.
2022-05-1531 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaJohn 21:15-25 Peter RestoredIn the final message in this series Zane Elliott helps us see that Jesus is in the business of redeeming broken people. Peter is restored to ministry, even after denying he ever knew Jesus. We being with an awkward question in vv.15-19, then follow Peter, Jesus and John as they walk on the beach vv.20-23, and finally, to round off the work we’ve been doing in this Gospel, we’ll see John’s Conclusion in vv.24 & 25.
2022-05-0926 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaJohn 21:1-14, 1 May 2022Zane Elliott opens the first part of John 21, and shows us that in the new resurrection reality Jesus brought his disciples full-circle to their call. In this passage we consider: i) The Setting vv.1-7 ii) Peter's response to recognising Jesus v.8 iii) The re-emphasis on Jesus' expectations vv.9-14
2022-05-0124 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaJohn 21:19-31Zane Elliott helps us consider our expectations of the Risen Jesus, as we see Jesus' Peace and Jesus' mandate for his followers.
2022-04-2419 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaJohn 20:1-18, Easter Sunday 2022In this message Zane Elliott helps us consider our expectations of Jesus as we walk with Mary, Peter and John to the empty tomb.
2022-04-1924 min
Richmond Anglican AotearoaTitus 1:1-4In this passage Zane Elliott introduces us to Titus and Paul as he i)sets the scene' (vv. 1&4), then he helps us see ii)Paul's purpose v.1, iii)our Hope v.2 and how that is brought to light iv) through proclamation v.3.I'f you'd like to read the passage click hereThis sermon was originally preached at Holy Trinity Richmond on Sunday 20th February 2022.
2022-02-2127 minRichmond Anglican AotearoaPsalm 33 - Summer PsalmsAs we open Psalm 33 Zane Elliott helps us to see that we are called to Praise God (v.1-3) who is blessing His people (v.4-11) and offers true security (vv.16-22). This is the last of the Summer Psalms for 2022.
2022-02-1322 min
Musicals Taught Me Everything I KnowPriscilla, Queen of the Desert with Brad ChapmanThis week we chat with Brad Chapman about the Australian cult classic turned musical - Priscilla, Queen of the Desert!Reviews for the Toronto production include praise for the costumes from the Globe and Mail: "The costumes designed by Tim Chappel and Lizzy Gardiner, the same team that won an Oscar for the movie, are a fabulous mix of Village People meet Tim Burton culminating in, at the curtain call, a whole crass menagerie of dragged-up koalas and 'roos."https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Priscilla,_Queen_of_the...
2020-10-0100 min
Little Known Facts with Ilana LevineEpisode 185 - Zane PaisZane has appeared most recently in Sunday (Atlantic Theater Company, dir. Lee Sunday Evans). Other selected theater includes Dead Poets Society (CSC, dir. John Doyle), Mercury Fur (The New Group, dir. Scott Elliott), and Skylight (McCarter Theater, dir. Emily Mann). Film/TV: “Room 104” (HBO, dir. Lila Neugebauer), Margot at the Wedding (dir. Noah Baumbach), Alba & June (short, dir. Pepi Ginsberg), and Minyan (upcoming, dir. Eric Steel, premiering at Berlin Film Festival 2020). Zane also wrote a television pilot which was optioned by Sony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-02-2442 min
Fictional RealityThe Time TravelerYour host James Elliott comes to you from the year 2021 and tells us all about a puzzle adventure made by The Brisbane Treasure Hunt Society called The Time Traveler. We also get a bit of info on what time travel is like in the future.www.brisbaneexplorers.comwww.halfmonstergames.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-08-0818 minFictional RealityThe Time TravelerYour host James Elliott comes to you from the year 2021 and tells us all about a puzzle adventure made by The Brisbane Treasure Hunt Society called The Time Traveler. We also get a bit of info on what time travel is like in the future.www.brisbaneexplorers.comwww.halfmonstergames.com Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-08-0818 min
Musicals Taught Me Everything I KnowREPRISE: A Little Night Music with Sam BoydWe always need more Judi Dench in our lives. And in our opinion one of her best performances was in A Little Night Music. So let’s take a look back at our discussion with Sam Boyd about it!Learn more about Circa!- FURTHER READING -WIKI - Musical, Movie, Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Smiles of a Summer NightIMDbSpotifyiTunes- CELEBRITY SHOUTOUTS -Stephen Sondheim, Hugh Wheeler, Ingmar Bergman, Harold Prince, Elizabeth Taylor, Len Cariou, Lesley-Anne Down, Diana Rigg, Glynis Jo...
2019-07-0100 min
Fictional RealityThe Murder of Red Boretti Part IIPicking up from part one The Boretti's head down to Dutton Park cemetery to search for the remains of their late father. They become embroiled in tales of secrets, imbued with wine, and quite derailed by the conclusion.Cast:Neddy Boretti: James ElliottEddy Boretti: Matthew Hannibal ButlerFreddy Boretti: Patrick ShearerTeddy Boretti/Inspector Moss: Thomas HarrisBetty Boretti: Julia PendrithFran: Johanna LyonReverend Green: Tristan TellerCheck out the Brisbane Immersive Ensemble...
2019-06-2746 min
Fictional RealityThe Murder of Red BorettiLast time we convinced Inspector Honey to work for us. This time we are going to figure out who killed our pa, why, and where his body is hidden. A talented group of actors from Brisbane Immersive Ensemble drink wine, solve puzzles, and improvise the story as we pretend to be new york gangster here in sunny brisbane c.1936Cast:Neddy Boretti: James ElliottEddy Boretti: Matthew Hannibal ButlerFreddy Boretti: Patrick ShearerTeddy Boretti/Inspector Moss: Thomas HarrisBetty Boretti: Julia Pendrith
2019-06-1748 min
Fictional RealityAn Evening With The Boretti'sJoin Brisbane's most notorious family as we sit down with The Boretti siblings and Fran. We discuss life, crime, money, wealth, and fame in Brisbane 1936 and of course; the man tied to the chair with the gag over his mouth.CastNeddy Boretti: James ElliottFreddy Boretti/ Cheif Inspector Puce: Patrick ShearerTeddy Boretti: Thomas HarrisEddy Boretti/Jaimeson Honey: Matthew Hannibal ButlerBetty Boretti: Julia PendrithFran/ Inspector Periwinkle: Johanna LyonWe would like to thank The Brisbane Immersive Ensemble...
2019-05-1625 min
Fictional RealityRules, Immersion, Harry Potter, and Conspiracy TheoriesWelcome to the first episode of Fictional Reality. I, James Elliott from The Brisbane Treasure Hunt Society, join you with Zane C Weber (That’s Not Canon Productions) and Jack Ford Morgan (Half-Monster Games) as we discuss how an audience are initiated into a fictional reality. Be it a game, a puzzle, or immersive piece of theatre. We explore what creates an immersive world for audiences, before tangenting into the hidden world of Harry Potter, Warhammer 50k, and the nature of Conspiracy Theories. Enjoy.www.brisbaneexplorers.comwww.halfmonstergames.com Our GDPR pr...
2019-05-0632 minFictional RealityRules, Immersion, Harry Potter, and Conspiracy TheoriesWelcome to the first episode of Fictional Reality. I, James Elliott from The Brisbane Treasure Hunt Society, join you with Zane C Weber (That’s Not Canon Productions) and Jack Ford Morgan (Half-Monster Games) as we discuss how an audience are initiated into a fictional reality. Be it a game, a puzzle, or immersive piece of theatre. We explore what creates an immersive world for audiences, before tangenting into the hidden world of Harry Potter, Warhammer 50k, and the nature of Conspiracy Theories. Enjoy.www.brisbaneexplorers.comwww.halfmonstergames.com Hosted on Acast. Se...
2019-05-0632 min
Glass of WhineUp On My TailIt is Friday again! And your hosts Andy, Geena and Zane have some things to get off their chests before the weekend, with special guest James Elliott.But not before they enjoy some wine. Specifically CANTINE DE FALCO NEGROAMARO 2017.You can find James online:www.brisbaneexplorers.comThis week we are sponsored by The Wine Gallery!Wine Gallery is offering our listeners $25 off their first box using the code: glassofwhine at checkout. (That's whine with an "h" of course!)Subscribe to us on ITUNES, STITCHER, SPOTIFY or...
2019-05-0333 minGlass of WhineWomen Aren't TrashIt is Friday again! And your hosts Andy, Geena and Zane have some things to get off their chests before the weekend with special guest James Elliott.But not before they enjoy some wine. Specifically Frankland Estate 'Rocky Gully' Cabernets 2017.This week we are sponsored by The Wine Gallery!Wine Gallery is offering our listeners $25 off their first box using the code: glassofwhine at checkout. (That's whine with an "h" of course!)Subscribe to us on ITUNES, STITCHER, SPOTIFY or your podcatcher of choice.Find us on FACEBOOK, TWITTER...
2019-03-0837 min
Church Misfit PodcastVictims of PropagandaNobody wants to be deceived. Yet we live in an age where opinions are presented as truth and evidence to back up ones claims are rarely called upon. Whatever you want to believe about anything goes. Propaganda has taken over and blurred the line between reality and fiction. However, the bible mentions an ancient community that had the antidote to such deception. In a passage that is often overlooked we can find the solution to protecting ourselves from the many forms of propaganda we find ourselves bombarded with today. Music by Ben Stewart and Zane Stri...
2018-06-2819 min