Love in our wake with Ps Ben Teefy

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Leaving love in our wake with Ps Ben Teefy is a compelling and thought-provoking Podcast with Encounter Church's Senior Pastor Ps Ben Teefy. In this podcast, we embark on a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between theology, real-life experiences, and the transformative power of Jesus.

  1. 2d ago

    Better Homes & Families Pt 1: How Does Your Garden Grow?

    What is growing in the garden of your life? In this episode of the Love In Our Wake podcast, Ps Ben Teefy, Ps Bethany Thompson and Jemma Troup begin the Better Homes & Families series by exploring the biblical picture of the garden in Genesis and what it teaches us about family, relationships, parenting, marriage, discipleship, emotional health and everyday Christian living. From the first pages of Scripture, God places humanity in a garden and gives them a calling to protect it, serve it and cultivate it. In the same way, our lives, homes, marriages, families, workplaces and relationships are gardens that require intentional care. Good things do not grow by accident. In this episode we explore What Genesis teaches us about family and human flourishingWhy every life, home and relationship needs intentional cultivationHow to recognise the weeds growing in your family cultureWhy your private world shapes your public lifeThe importance of moral agency, responsibility and stewardshipHow healthy families create healthy people for the world around themWhy homes need beauty, nourishment, safety and warmthThe role of boundaries in parenting, marriage and family lifeHow to create a family culture that protects what mattersWhy boundaries are not about control, but about helping people flourishWhat it means to steward your home rather than own itHow relationships shape the ecosystem of your familyWhy the choices you make today shape the future of your household This conversation is practical, honest and deeply biblical. It is for married couples, parents, young adults, singles, leaders, and anyone who wants to understand how their relationships can become healthier, safer and more life giving. Whether your garden feels fruitful, overgrown, barren or full of weeds, Jesus invites us to pay attention to what we are cultivating. Your home does not have to run on autopilot.Your family culture does not have to be left to chance.Your relationships can become places of life, safety, beauty and growth. Listen now and ask the question: How does my garden grow?

  2. Aug 6

    Jesus Comprehensive Vision For Life Pt 4

    What vision is actually shaping your life? In Part 4 of Jesus Comprehensive Vision For Life, Ps Ben Teefy and Ps Bethany Thompson continue the conversation by looking at vision, purpose, obedience, blessing, sacrifice, money, mission and what it means to live a life that counts beyond the here and now. Using the story of Abraham, the Tower of Babel, 1 Corinthians 3, Ephesians 2 and the Great Commission, this episode explores the difference between building a life for yourself and responding to the bigger vision God has prepared for you. Many of us have goals. We have plans, desires, purchases, careers, family hopes and future dreams. But Jesus invites us to ask a deeper question. Is my life being built around the purposes of God? In this episode we explore What it means to have a God given vision for your lifeWhy vision acts like a postcard from the futureHow Scripture gives us a future worth orienting our lives aroundThe story of Abraham and God’s call to be a blessing to the nationsWhy Abraham’s calling was rooted in grace, not personal achievementThe contrast between Babel’s desire to make a name and God’s promise to make Abraham’s name greatWhy self protection can keep us small and disobedientHow obedience connects our lives to something bigger than ourselvesWhy God’s comprehensive vision has always included the whole earthHow money, possessions, comfort and success can either serve consumerism or serve the kingdomWhy your budget can reveal what you are really sacrificing forWhat it means to build a life that lastsHow the Great Commission, Pentecost and the call of Abraham all point toward God’s heart for the nations This episode is a challenge to rethink what is on the vision board of your life. Is it only the next holiday, the next purchase, the next achievement, the next comfort? Or is your life wrapped around the person of Jesus and His vision for the world? Jesus does not call us into small, self focused lives. He calls us into blessing, obedience, mission and purpose. Whether you have little or much, whether you are in a season of lack or abundance, your life can be oriented around the kingdom of God. Listen now and ask the bigger question: What am I building, and will it last?

  3. Jul 30

    Jesus Comprehensive Vision For Life Pt 3

    What are you actually building with your life? In Part 3 of Jesus Comprehensive Vision For Life, Ps Ben Teefy and Ps Bethany Thompson continue the conversation by exploring what it means to live every part of your life under the vision of Jesus. Whether you are a parent, pastor, student, business owner, tradie, professional, retiree, or stay at home mum, your life is not separate from the kingdom of God. Jesus has a vision for all of it. In this episode, Ben and Bethany unpack how our time, work, money, gifts, family, rest, play, and everyday decisions can become part of something eternal. This is not about becoming religious, legalistic, or trying to earn God’s love. It is about recognising that grace does not leave us passive. Grace invites us to participate. In this episode we explore What it means to live with Jesus’ comprehensive vision for your life Why your vocation matters in the kingdom of God How grace frees us from earning, but invites us into action Why everything we have is stewardship from God The difference between living for yourself and living for the kingdom How ordinary life can become mission Why some people live like “undercover missionaries” in everyday places What it means to build with gold, silver and costly stones instead of wood, hay and straw How 1 Corinthians 3 challenges the way we use our time, talent and treasure Why eternal value should shape how we parent, work, serve, give and build How to think about legacy, mission, justice, discipleship and the new creation Why your life is bigger than paying bills, popping pills and getting through the week This conversation is a practical and challenging invitation to ask better questions about your life. Not just, “What do I want?” Not just, “What am I responsible for?” But, “What has Jesus entrusted to me, and what am I building with it?” A full life is not found by keeping everything for yourself. It is found in joining your everyday life to the eternal purposes of God. Listen now and discover how Jesus’ vision can reshape your work, family, money, ministry, relationships, and future.

  4. Jul 8

    Jesus' Comprehensive Vision For Life Pt 2

    What do you really need to live a full and meaningful life? In Part 2 of Jesus Comprehensive Vision For Life, Ps Ben Teefy and Ps Bethany Thompson continue the conversation around Jesus’ vision for our lives by exploring the difference between what we want and what we truly need. Many of us build our lives around good desires. Family, career, financial security, comfort, purpose, marriage, children, success, stability. These things can be beautiful, but they cannot become the centre of our vision for life. Jesus invites us into something deeper. In this episode we explore The difference between wants and needs in the Christian lifeWhy not every good desire can carry the weight of your lifeHow Jesus gives meaning even when life includes grief, loss, or disappointmentWhy discipleship is not optional for followers of JesusWhat it means to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow HimHow Matthew 25 reveals Jesus’ vision for a life of justice, mercy, and missionWhy serving others is not just charity, but part of Christian worshipHow pouring your life out can actually lead to fullnessThe danger of hoarding your life, time, money, and comfortWhy proximity to Jesus shapes your purpose and callingHow the feeding of the five thousand shows the mystery of surrender and provisionWhat it means to live for the kingdom of God in everyday life This conversation is a challenge to rethink what we are chasing and what we may be neglecting. Jesus’ vision for life is not simply about getting everything we want. It is about becoming people who are shaped by His kingdom, His mission, His mercy, and His way of love. Whether you are discerning purpose, wrestling with disappointment, trying to understand your calling, or asking what it really means to follow Jesus, this episode will help you lift your eyes beyond survival and self focus. A full life is not found by holding everything tightly. According to Jesus, we find life when we give it away. Listen now and discover the deeper invitation of Jesus’ comprehensive vision for life.

  5. Jul 1

    Jesus' Comprehensive Vision For Life Pt 1

    What is God’s vision for your life? In this episode of the Love In Our Wake podcast, Ps Ben Teefy and Ps Bethany Thompson begin a conversation about Jesus’ comprehensive vision for life and why following Him is about far more than behaviour change, religious routine, or short term goals. Many of us live with a vision that is too small. We focus on paying bills, building a career, getting married, parenting well, buying a house, or just surviving the season we are in. These things matter, but they are not big enough to carry the full weight of our lives. Jesus invites us into something deeper. In this episode we explore What it means to have a God given vision for your lifeWhy Jesus offers more than a moral code or religious checklistHow short term thinking can limit our sense of purposeWhy success, marriage, parenting, career, and money cannot become our ultimate visionThe difference between goals and a true vision for livingHow self deception can lead us away from God’s purposeWhy we need to examine the desires of our heartsThe danger of materialism, comparison, escapism, and chasing the wrong thingsHow intimacy with Jesus helps realign our desiresWhy blind spots matter in discipleship and spiritual growthThe role of community, mentoring, and honest feedback in becoming more self awareHow Jesus’ vision for our lives brings meaning, purpose, legacy, and impact This conversation is for anyone who has ever asked, “What should I do with my life?” or “How do I know what God has called me to do?” Whether you are a student, young adult, parent, leader, retiree, or simply trying to discern your next season, this episode will help you lift your eyes beyond survival mode and consider the bigger story Jesus is inviting you into. Your life is about more than getting through the week. Jesus has a comprehensive vision for your life, one that shapes your relationships, career, money, family, discipleship, character, and calling. Listen now and begin asking the bigger question: What vision for living am I actually following?

  6. Apr 23

    Jesus Didn’t Just Leave… Here’s Why the Ascension Matters

    Why does the ascension of Jesus matter - and why do so many Christians overlook it? In this episode of the Love In Our Wake podcast, the team unpacks one of the most important but often misunderstood moments in the story of Jesus: His ascension into heaven. Far from being a simple ending, the ascension marks the beginning of something powerful for every believer. If you’ve ever wondered what Jesus is doing now, how the Holy Spirit works in your life, or what authority and purpose you carry as a Christian, this conversation will bring clarity and a fresh perspective. In this episode, we explore: What the ascension of Jesus actually means biblicallyWhy Jesus had to leave for the Holy Spirit to comeHow the ascension shifts our understanding of God’s presenceWhat it means that Jesus is seated at the right hand of the FatherHow believers carry authority and purpose through ChristWhy the ascension is essential to understanding the Great CommissionHow this moment impacts your everyday faith and spiritual confidenceThe connection between heaven, earth and the life of a believerWhy the ascension is not the end of the story — but the beginningThis episode is rich in theology, practical insight and encouragement for anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Jesus, the Holy Spirit and the Christian life. The ascension isn’t just something that happened.It changes how we live today. Listen now and discover why this often-overlooked moment is central to your faith, your authority and your purpose.

  7. Apr 16

    Next Level Faith | The Barriers You Don’t Realise Are There (Part 2)

    If you want to go to the next level in your faith, it’s not just about what you start; it’s about what you remove. In Part 2 of this Next Level Faith series, Ben, Danni and Bethany continue the conversation around the hidden barriers that quietly limit spiritual growth. While Part 1 unpacked foundational blocks, this episode goes deeper into the internal patterns, mindsets and spiritual habits that can keep you stuck without even realising it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing the right things but not seeing real growth, this episode will help you uncover what might be getting in the way. In this episode, we explore: The subtle patterns and behaviours that slow down spiritual growthWhy awareness is key to breaking through hidden barriersHow your mindset and internal world affect your relationship with GodThe role of consistency in building deeper faithWhy growth often requires unlearning before relearningHow small compromises can quietly limit your progressThe importance of staying spiritually intentional in everyday lifeWhy going to the next level requires both honesty and humilityHow God often works beneath the surface before you see resultsThis episode is honest, reflective and practical for anyone who is serious about growing in their faith and moving beyond surface-level Christianity. Next level faith isn’t just about adding more.It’s about removing what’s been holding you back all along. If you’re ready to go deeper, grow stronger, and develop a more consistent relationship with God, this conversation will help you take the next step. Listen now and continue the journey toward next level faith.

  8. Apr 9

    Next Level Faith | The Barriers You Don’t Realise Are There (Part 1)

    What’s stopping you from going to the next level in your faith? In this episode, Ben, Danni and Bethany unpack the spiritual barriers that can quietly hold you back from real growth. From lack of prayer and inconsistency in Scripture to feeling spiritually stuck or unsure what God is doing, this conversation gets honest about what it actually takes to move forward. If you’ve ever felt like your faith has plateaued, or you know there’s more but don’t know how to access it, this episode will help you identify what’s getting in the way — and how to break through. In this episode, we explore: • Why spiritual growth requires intentional time with God• The difference between talking to God and learning to hear His voice• How a lack of understanding of Scripture can limit your growth• Why the Word of God is essential for spiritual strength and direction• How intimidation and uncertainty can become spiritual barriers• The role of discernment in knowing when to push forward or pause• Why discipline and consistency unlock long-term growth• How staying anchored in God’s faithfulness helps you push through resistance• Why real spiritual growth takes time, patience and trust This episode is honest, practical and challenging for anyone who wants to move beyond surface-level faith and step into something deeper. Next-level faith isn’t about doing more.It’s about removing what’s holding you back and staying close to God. Listen now and take your next step toward deeper faith, stronger discipline, and lasting spiritual growth.

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Leaving love in our wake with Ps Ben Teefy is a compelling and thought-provoking Podcast with Encounter Church's Senior Pastor Ps Ben Teefy. In this podcast, we embark on a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between theology, real-life experiences, and the transformative power of Jesus.

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